Last CoffeHouse with Guy Benson
I found I had difficulties writing this. What can I say about a man so well-known and beloved that hasn’t been said? Perhaps this is more for those who didn’t know Guy Benson. Music Family Of those open mic gatherings, a favorite for many, including me, was the IAMA Coffeehouse music series at a place […]
That Friend. That One Friend.
Most do find that friend who comes early in life. It’s the friend who is with you through war and peace. A friend who knows you better than anyone and you know the depth of them. Somehow, in the milieu of humanity, they find you, and you find them. This friend has seen you cry […]
Portal To Coolness
It smelled like warm urine and tasted worse.
Osborn and My Karate Kid Moment
Desegregation was messy in southeast Texas
Lessons for the Open Mic Performer
Preparation is key to having the best overall experience at your performance.
The Open Mic
Open mics are growing in number. Once viewed more as a stepping stone to moving up the live performance food chain, open mics have become somewhat of a counter-culture to headliner events. With the democratization of exposure through social media, there is a surplus of performers searching for venues to showcase their talents. The simple […]
Spit-Misting…Yuck!
Germ Warfare!