There’s been a recent ruling in the New Orleans courts that now bans smoking in bars and casinos. There are lot of people that support this measure but these are the people who have no principals and disregard the rights of private business owners who should be able to set their own rules within the …
The Mystic Myth pt. 2: The Karma Initiative
I don’t believe in karma. And by that I mean I don’t believe in any supernatural or mystical force that has any say or hand into the operation of people’s lives. I believe in science and facts. Basically, I think karma–as a mystical claim–is absolute bullshit; however, I do like to use the word “karma” …
The Mystic Myth, pt. 1: The Power of the Jinx
I’m not a superstitious person at all. I don’t believe in karma, jinxes, or good luck. And by that I mean that I don’t believe in any mystical force that imposes itself upon the real world. However, I do believe in the self-fulfilling prophecy that would lead someone into believing in the power of the …
Announcement: Jay Lamm signs with Charon Coin Press for “State of Horror” anthology
Today I’m very pleased to announce that I’ve recently signed a deal with Charon Coin Press for the inclusion of one of my short stories in their upcoming “State of Horror” books.
Get my new album on iTunes!
It’s been a long time coming but the album I’ve been working on for so many years can now be picked up on iTunes. As some of you may know, I’m not just a bass player but I’m also a singer and songwriter. My main band is Cea Serin, and along with Keith Warman and …
Update! MTD Photo Shoot
I recently shot some photos for use by MTD basses.
How to Re-Solder an Input Jack
Yesterday I was recording some ideas in my home studio and, of course, my guitar jack went out on me. When I work in my studio I routinely go back and forth from bass to guitar. Plug in, unplug, plug in, unplug: over and over. Well, I only have one electric guitar and it’s seen …
The Pressure To Keep Delivering is a Fine Way to Break Your Integrity
Have you ever noticed that as some bands get deep into their careers they become less and less interesting? I think a lot of this has to do with the pressure to deliver constantly–to put out albums every year to two years, being on a schedule. That first album is always great, exciting. The band …
My Official Video for “Ice”
I recently put together an “official” video for Cea Serin’s cover version of Sarah McLachlan’s “Ice.” The song comes off our new album that went public today, Oct. 6th. Here’s the video and here’s how I did it.
Raising A Talented Kid, Part 5: The Bigger Picture
So maybe your kid decided to quit. Maybe your kid isn’t as talented as you thought they were. Maybe your kid actually is talented but they just needed a break for a while. Maybe life just isn’t what you thought it could be. Well buck up, buttercup. Because interests change. People change. Raising a talented …