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Love, Always.

Happy International Women's Day. So precious the t

Happy International Women's Day. So precious the time we have here. Our chance to make a positive impact .... to love, to heal, to inspire -- whether our effect is on a person or two (an animal or two) or many. To tap into something vast with small actions or large. The seeds we plant. The ripples we cause. I often mention the musical heroines Annie Lennox, Kate Bush, Laurie Anderson, etc. In that same breath, here are four more than have caused such resonating notes of hope in so many (and certainly in me). Thank you always to Elizabeth Fraser, Jewel, Wu Man, and Lisa Gerrard.
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#internationalwomensday #womensday #elizabethfraser #cocteautwins #thismortalcoil #jewel #wuman #lisagerrard #deadcandance #annielennox @officialannielennox #laurieanderson @laurieandersonofficial #katebush #collage #hope #inspiration #gratitude #instagood #instagram #womeninmusic #strongwomen #lovealways #womensupportingwomen

It was a blast speaking with @immusicmagazine for

It was a blast speaking with @immusicmagazine for their excellent artist spotlight feature! We talked about the road here with videogames, films, music collaborations, and -- thrillingly -- my upcoming debut album featuring the geniuses themselves: Modern English! Not to mention some new favourite music from Billy Currie and Sting; wanting to mind-meld with Ada Lovelace, James Earl Jones, Annie Lennox, and Bérenger Saunière; and even a crush I had on a cartoon Gargoyle 😉
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A link to the interview is in my bio.
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#immusicmagazine #indiemusician #independentmusician #musicnews #newwave #modernenglish #newromantic #synthpop #1980s #creativeportraiture #synths #instagrammusic #synth #modernm #future #photography #romantic #annielennox #adalovelace #jamesearljones #loreenamckennitt #billycurrie #patrickstewart #renneslechateau #musicfashion #suspenders #vintagegear #retroaesthetic #musicfortimetravelers

$“There is another world, but it is in this one.” ― William Butler Yeats . . . . . . . #yeats #creativephotography #graphicart #selfportrait #creativeportraiture #yellow #red #gold #instagram #picoftheday #graphics #creativedesign #creativeartist #artists #eyes #creative #creativephotography #becreative #creativeart #stare #photography #photo #photographs #photoftheday #photographers #poetry #layers #fractal$

I'm happy to play a small part in an epic EP that

I'm happy to play a small part in an epic EP that was just released: THE SUN DESTROYERS by Oldster. Oldster is helmed by composer and songwriter Josh Benash (@joshbenashcomposer) who fronted the band Kiss Kiss, and includes performances from several remarkable artists.
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Josh's evocative track "The Forever Seed" features harmonies that I wrote and performed as well as outstanding drums by Benny Goldstein (@beangoldsteam). There's truly gorgeous artwork on this single and the ENTIRE album by Nova Stardust (@novastardust) / Laura Carrozza Dutra.
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Each song on the EP is masterful. I am genuinely moved by what Josh and the whole collective of artists have created. It all blasts you right in the heart with equal measures of cosmic power and dystopian melancholy.
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💫 https://oldster.bandcamp.com
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#shoegaze #progressive #avantpop #synthrock #raybradbury #phillipkdick #sombermusic #pyschedelic #guitarsoundscapes #filmcomposer #filmmaker #iceontitan #indiemusic #indiemusician #art #outerspace #cats #newmusic #cosmic #tigers #painting #oldster #thesundestroyers #NovaStardust #joshbenash #bennygoldstein

Happy New Year! Filled with hope for all of us as

Here's a lovely snippet about “Midnight Mind" fe

Countdown in 3 ... 2 ... 1! A brief intro to the m

Countdown in 3 ... 2 ... 1! A brief intro to the music video for my debut single "Midnight Mind." It was originally released one year ago today ⭐️💚
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Link in Bio 🎵💚
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#midnightmind #musicfortimetravelers #newmusic #independentmusic #magic #gaelic #hope #indiemusic #newwave #synths #newromantic #artpop #dreampop #shimmer #indiefilmmaker #behindthescenes #onset #photography #creativephotography #dreamwave #glimmer #mood #fantasy #a7s #zeiss #worldmusic #love #instagram #finnish #excalibur

"Leave the winter fast asleep. Watch the forest fo

"Leave the winter fast asleep. Watch the forest for the trees. And people turn to gold." These are lyrics from the song "People Turn to Gold" from my upcoming album codenamed Modern M, featuring the truly brilliant Modern English. This image I recently captured as the sun rose after I finished a wonderful day and night working on this song. I so look forward to sharing the meanings behind this song with you -- and the music itself.
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#sunrise #musician #independentmusician #avantpop #gold #photography #hope #sunrisephotography #morning #modernenglish #nature #sunrise_and_sunsets #newwave #golden #uplate #musicfortimetravelers #trees #alchemy #dawn #dawnphotography #sky #newmusic

Throwback Thursday to my messy 'ol digs and self-m

Here rises the moon. She softens the dazzling sigh

Here rises the moon. She softens the dazzling sight of our sun and offers a reflection we can gaze upon, as we sing her praises, even through the roof of the night.
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[I recorded this video and audio during the "Super Flower Blood Moon" yesterday. The video is from minutes after the moon rose over the trees in our back garden. And I captured the lovely sound of the bird later that same night/next-morning at 3:20am. I hope you find some enjoyment in it.
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#moon #fullmoon #vintagegear #night #nature #sky #photography #hope #love #instagram #instagramphotography #vintageglass #depthoffield #mood #spring #golden #bird #birdsong #nightingale #uplate #magic #imwithyou #hope #photography #indidendentfilmmaker #creativephotography #mood #timelapse #peace #healing

Happy 2021! I am thrilled and honored that my debu

Happy 2021! I am thrilled and honored that my debut single "Midnight Mind" came in at number-8 on Channel 98.9FM's 'Top 98 Modern Rock Tracks of 2020'!!!
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So many excellent songs from famous global bands and outstanding independent musicians throughout this remarkable countdown. I'd feel privileged to have come in at any position -- 8 or 98; what wonderful company ❤️
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Let me know if you would like a copy or a shirt — or visit the site in my bio 😊
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"Midnight Mind" is written, mixed, and performed by me and features the brilliant J. Jeff Ungar (@j2ungar). It was beautifully mastered at Real World Studios (@realworldstudios) by Tim Oliver. Thank you again, @channel98_9 Corry’s Radio Alternative!
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#channel989 #midnightmind #musicfortimetravelers #newmusic #independentmusic #magic #imwithyou #hope #indiemusic #newwave #synths #newromantic #artpop #dreampop #shimmer #indiefilmmaker #behindthescenes #onset #photography #creativephotography #dreamwave #purple #mood #fantasy #a7s #zeiss #worldmusic #happynewyear

Happy almost New Year. The moon emerged rosy and g

Happy almost New Year. The moon emerged rosy and golden this evening, waxing the last time in 2020 ⭐️🌙 The “Cold Moon.” With chilly hands, I was happy to capture this moment, the bare branches already hinting at a spring not far away.
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#moon #fullmoon #vintagegear #night #nature #sky #photography #happynewyear #2021 #2020 #hope #love #instagram #instagramphotography #vintageglass #depthoffield #mood #cold #golden

❄️ . . . . . #snow #fuzzy #creativephotograph

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#snow #fuzzy #creativephotography #creativeportraiture #selfie #winter #winterishere #sunglasses #adventure #chilly #chillyweather #vivid #instagram #cold #goggles #avantgarde #portrait #photography #northeast #teal

A wee bit of art related to my music 🎶 . . . .

A wee bit of art related to my music 🎶
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#musicfortimetravelers #redhair #fantasy #independentmusic #graphic #art #vector #mermaid #siren #preraphaelite #magic #coin #creative #golden #indymusic #dreamwave #synth #synthpop #newromantic #worldmusic #dream #middleearth

I am honored and so gratified by the BEAUTIFUL art

I am honored and so gratified by the BEAUTIFUL article crafted by the sincerely exceptional writer and person MJ Hanley-Goff for the publication Woman Around Town. The piece references my single and self-directed music video "Midnight Mind.” Here's a brief excerpt (but please do feel encouraged to read and share the piece in its entirety).
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"Not surprisingly, having a paranormal film on her resume, this original single is hauntingly produced but one is left unafraid, whether of the unknown, of the darkness, or of feeling alone. It’s the perfect antidote to the current climate in the country and in our world."
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Link in my bio 😊
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#thankful #womanaroundtown #joyfulwriting #mjhanleygoff #womenfilmmakers #midnightmind #rain #green #soaked #healing #raining #legacyglass #photography #creativeportraiture #portaitphotography #portraiture #independentmusician #eyecontact #hope #notalone #creativepprtraiture #photooftheday #instagram #independentmusic #minolta #a7s #microphone #photobyJJeffUngar

Halloween inspired 🎃 A wee digital painting fro

Halloween inspired 🎃 A wee digital painting from my X-ray taken yesterday 💀
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#art #selfie #creativeportraits #creativeportraiture #magneticresonance #spooky #xrays #skullart #humanbrain #halloween #skeleton #kirlian #instaspooky #kirlianphotography #autumn #justforfun

“[He] said nothing but the light that flared fro

“[He] said nothing but the light that flared from his eyes...” - Bill Heyen

Captured this photo of @j2ungar at Greenwood Furnace this autumn 🍂

#light #creativeportraiture #vintagegear #hope #photography #history #williamheyen #mood #autumn #instagram

“Did you ever hear the theory of the universe? /

The night is here!!! I hope you enjoy the official

The night is here!!! I hope you enjoy the official lyrics music video for "The Dark Night Of The Soul." 🌟 💙 🌙

Link in my bio.

This is an homage to the legendary Loreena McKennitt’s timeless song “The Dark Night Of The Soul”! It features violins and guitars by the world-class musicians, my friends, Rose Baldino and Brian Buchanan (of the bands House of Hamill and Enter The Haggis). The mixing and mastering are phenomenally done by my esteemed colleague Clyde Rosencrance (Republic Audio Studio). 🌟
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It has been a major privilege of my life that when I reached out to Ms. McKennitt and her label Quinlan Road for permission, they gave their blessing and shared that they enjoyed this version and the lyrics video I directed (with videography by the enormously talented J. Jeff Ungar)! 🎥 I am forever grateful for the genius and kindness of this true heroine, Loreena McKennitt, and the phenomenal people she chooses to work with 💙
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@loreenamckennitt @j2ungar @houseofhamill @republic_audio
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#MusicForTimeTravelers #thedarknightofthesoul #darknightofsoul #historicalmusic #loreenamckennitt #quinlanroad #republicaudio #burningbridgetcleary #houseofhamill #enterthehaggis #worldmusic #celtic #celticmusic #lordoftherings #lothlorien #middleearth #tolkien #magic #finnishmusician #celtas #celta #celts #celtics #candlelight #musicvideo #moonlight #medieval #music #indiefilmmaking

It has been an epic journey, three years in the ma

It has been an epic journey, three years in the making! I’m so pleased to finally share the official music video for “Midnight Mind”! A link to the YouTube premiere (happening tonight at 7 PM EST) is in my bio. or come over to my Facebook to watch an exclusive intro to the music video at 7 PM as well 🌟💚
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Featuring J. Jeff Ungar. e-Mastered at @realworldstudios ❤️
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