THIS AIN’T CAR CAMPING…
When most people think of camping, they imagine loading up the car with as much stuff they can stuff, and heading to a state or provincial park complete with comfort stations and convenience stores within driving…
Oct 1 2018
Why I Busk...
The first year I got a busker’s license, I never used it. “What if I meet someone who knows me?” “What would people think?” “Isn’t it like begging?” “What if no one stops to listen?” “How much money could…
Jul 29 2018
Telling our story...
A few years back, I was fortunate enough to see B.B. King at his blues club in Orlando. I was doubly fortunate enough to be sitting in the front row -- not that much farther away than the screen you…
Jul 3 2018
Crepe Suzette, Rhubarbara Pie and Cheese Blintzes!
A few months ago, Jacques Russell Trio performed in the back room of Free Times Cafe, after which proprietor Judy Perly said, "You're really good... and I don't say that too often!!! You should come back!"
Judy's opinion counts…
Jul 1 2018
It's not all about us!
Did you know that musicians are among the biggest consumers of live music? Well, when you think of it, that stands to reason. Barbara and I have tons of musician friends. Not only do we go out simply to support…