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![Live Performance: "California, Gone" at Haus of Owl (March 2025)]()
Live Performance: "California, Gone" at Haus of Owl (March 2025)
A live, acoustic performance of "California, Gone" from Haus of Owl in Victoria, BC, on March 20th, 2025.
Published on: April 1, 2025•Reading Time: 1 min•Category: Performance, VideoRead more![Live Performance: "Hidden Gold" at Haus of Owl (March 2025)]()
Live Performance: "Hidden Gold" at Haus of Owl (March 2025)
A live, acoustic performance of "Hidden Gold" from Haus of Owl in Victoria, BC, on March 20th, 2025.
Published on: April 1, 2025•Reading Time: 1 min•Category: Performance, VideoRead more![How Einen Saved Me From Myself]()
How Einen Saved Me From Myself
As a songwriter who tends to focus more on the music, I once believed lyrics were just part of the music. But a recent Songfarm Songcircle changed my perspective. A tough but insightful critique on my song Hidden Gold made me realize that great lyric...
Published on: March 21, 2025•Reading Time: 2 min•Category: Journal EntryRead more![The Road Again: The Long Road to Moving Forward]()
The Road Again: The Long Road to Moving Forward
After years of fear and perfectionism holding me back, I finally released my debut song, The Road Again, on Spotify—and it changed me in ways I never expected. This is a story about growth, creativity, and the courage to take the next step.
Published on: February 28, 2025•Reading Time: 6 min•Category: Journal EntryRead more
