Giving thanks…

to friends new & old, known & just meeting in the wide, wonderful cyber-world that connects me to more & more folks around the planet. Especially grateful to those who continue to offer up kind words on my writing & support for the book project. In case you’re wondering…I’ve dropped the pursuit of a publisher….

Jack On The Road – no time like now!

This is an idea that’s been bouncing around in my head for some time now. I think the genesis had to do with traveling around the country at the beginning of the “Great Recession” to see firsthand what people were experiencing. Witness for myself the world beyond the veil of the media and network filters,…

rethink music – rethink the bitchin’ & moanin’

The most striking thing about the rethink music conference I attended this past week in Boston – put together by Berklee School of Music, Harvard Law and Midem – was just how wide and deep the chasm between the major labels and new DIY advocates actually is. I have been an evangelist for the direct…

Things Have Changed

Second in a series of how artists can take control of their careers by embracing the new tools of digital technology and a marketing mindset. Let me hear your comments & please share with your musician friends!

The New World Order for Musicians

Some caffeinated thoughts on a much needed attitude adjustment for musicians who want to survive in the face of a crumbling industry & new on-line world.

Intro excerpt & free audio download here now!

“What was it like being a rock star?” You asked, so I’ll tell you the whole story! Read an excerpt on-line & get your free audio download of my reading of the “Intro” chapters now. Enjoy and let it rock!

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