‘Life Itself’

  I’m not a man of regrets as most of you know, but I do wish I moved a little faster and had a film or a performance that was reviewed by Roger Ebert.  Along with Gene Siskel, he was America’s (hell, the world’s) film critic, and the new documentary Life Itself captures his personal and professional […]

‘Get On Up’

  I can’t really ‘spoil’ a movie about the life of James Brown, can I? I’m in my ‘peak period’ of introspection as some of you know, so on the way home I was comparing filmmaking to life in general (just go with me for a minute).  When you have a good thing, don’t mess […]

Song of the Day – ‘Money’

  The best things in life are free But you can keep ’em for the birds and bees; Now give me money, (that’s what I want) that’s what I want, (That’s what I want) That’s what I want (That’s what I want) yeah, That’s what I want. Your lovin’ give me such a thrill, But […]

Song of the Day – ‘Top Billin’

  I pitched a TV show, 21st century style.  I shared that video with a few people; sooner rather than later I’ll show it to everyone (especially for my friends and fam outside of L.A. who don’t get to see me do the ‘character’ stuff I’ve been doing onstage the past couple of years.)  My […]

Song of the Day – ‘Hey Jude’

  George chilling play his guitar. Paul cracking up between verses. Ringo looking high (and that outfit!) And John chewing gum during a ‘live’ performance. Yep, this is my favorite version (not counting the song had to be relatively new in this taping). Enjoy!