The WOO Chronicles: The Highest Regard

Some writing projects are easier than others. I’ve been writing on various levels for a very long time. More often … More

The WOO Chronicles: Mourning the End, Celebrating the Beginning

I’m writing these words on June 24. Today marks four years since the passing of Bernie Worrell. The man’s mortal … More

These are strange times. The world is in the midst of trying to straighten itself out in the midst of … More

(Top photo by Michael Lionstar) I have a lot to learn. CirdecSongs interviews are not conducted to put the focus … More

April 7, 20:49 The Sonic Sanctuary Working the afternoon shift, my previous life rapidly disappearing in the rearview mirror. I … More

(Photo by David Oppenheimer) I’m taking a week away from all things Bernie Worrell. This will probably happen three or … More

My music journalism has, for the most part, focused on musicians rather than rock stars. The difference is relatively simple: … More

(Photo by Manfred Werner) March 29, 2020 When it comes to an engaging book, narrative flow is everything. My first … More

(Photo by Frans Schellekens) Now that I know where I want to go, it’s time to figure out how to … More

March 27, 2020 I’m one of those writers. Most of the time, it’s hard for me to write without giving … More