I was escorted to the sound booth; ‘the island’ as Hal put it, was the best seat in the house. Jered, by my side, was rocking out to this new super group. The company we kept in this sanctuary was Beyonce, Jay-Z, Kate Hudson and a ton of technicians.

Thousands of cell phones illuminated the arena reminding me of a Bangles concert I saw when they sang their #1 hit Eternal Flame. Only then, it was cigarette lighters and about 20 times less people. Nigel’s music is symphonic in an electrical way. Joey’s phenomenal rhythms of double bass electrified us even more. Currents of colors flashed across the stage verifying a brand new experience. So dignified and reserved were my son and his mates at the after-party, now showered and coated in elegant evening attire. A massive array of guests quietly embraced their future with Thom and the band leading the way. My manager, Hal, put it perfectly: “Like Dylan they will have a galvanizing affect on our children and grandchildren.” Hold on, we’re going for a Great ride!

On February 11th the American Cinematheque hosted an evening of Beach Party Movies at the landmark Egyptian Theater in Hollywood with a live performance by ‘me’ and a Q&A by Sheryl Farber of LuxuriaMusic.com. Me and my associate in Hawaii, Charles Brotman, guitarist extraordinaire and owner of Palm Records, co-produced an updated arrangement of a medley of my songs from the films. Maurice Gainen, engineer of my latest album,”Love it Away” was there to assist me with the sound equipment. Much appreciation, Maurice. Thanks to Eric Caiden and Grant Moninger for making it happen and a special thanks to Hal Lifson for enlisting everyone’s support.
Then, on Valentine’s Day ( as well as Chinese New Year; Tiger!) I flew up to San Francisco to sing my medley as well as introduce the title track of my new album at a special showing of Beach Blanket Bingo presented by Will Viharo. Here is the photo of a billboard of the Balboa Theater advertising the evening. Standing with me is my Jered. Hope to see you in the future with more of the same FUN, FROLIC & FRIENDS.
Friends in attendance were: Marlene and Gary, Lan and Pierre + his mom, Celine, Mike and Stephanie, Ross and Bo, and last but not least, Pete.
In addition, thanks Mark, for recording intros for Little Steven’s Underground Garage.

It’s been a very fulfilling time for me. Amidst the chaos on the planet I have managed to find a greater peace. This year, my mother died leaving her legacy for me to march on. At the same time my grandson was born. Now all my children are married and what more can make a mother proud and peaceful.

I’ve been writing my autobiography focusing on my early career and now, Hal, my associate is transcribing what I’ve written so far. 2010 will be a year of music and writing. Soon I will be releasing a new CD called “Love it Away”, the title song of the album, and before years end a very danceable version of  “Love it Away” will be released as a single.

A new practice in my life has manifested emanating from Chennai, India. I feel we are all celestial beings and so I pray and say a mantra everyday to the universe of planets and entities that I call Creator. I find that connecting with the Infinite is very grounding for me. And so, I wish you inner peace and happiness.

Be your own creator.

With love,

DL

I am so grateful to have been part of my baby Kt’s celebration of marriage. So much appreciation was shown by her family and friends.Flying home to Hawaii, seated next to me was my adorable Jered, husband #2. We danced the night away at the wedding, a Hollywood Glam inspiration. From the Cake Ladies’ gluten-free, sugarless, no-dairy wedding cake adorned in amethyst orchids (so deelicious), to the florist Gilly’s meticulous orchid arrangements under glass, inspired by the bride’s Lanvin heels, every detail was a reflection of the unity about to be sanctified by Rabbi Jay. Her gown melted LW’s heart as he proudly walked her down the isle to meet his future son-in-law. Mom (DL) was amply supplied with enough tissues, but not enough glue to keep those tears of joy from loosening up her false eyelashes. At the helm, navigating the rhythm of the evening was DJ Howie Pyro featuring his favorite genre; 50’s & 60’s rock n roll chosen specifically with our nuptials to perfection.

I first heard Howie’s name when I visited LuxuriaMusic.com** several days before. Actually I was on the Steve and Cheryl Show chatting away while they were spinning a few of my tunes: an absolutely gratifying experience.

The build up to the wedding lead me to the studio to record a few more tunes for my new release in 2010. So much to be thankful for. By the way, if you’re looking for a cool place to stay in LA, try the Crescent Hotel; very boutique, very chic and friendly staff. Ask for Shaw the manager for the best rates in town. Au revoir LA, my family and friends. Returning for Valentines Day.

Love from me  2 u

**PodCast will be available shortly; watch the NEWS section for updates

Well, this week, when I heard the news of the New Grid that will be replacing America’s inefficient one, the concept of investing in ourselves, well, it changes the focus; from one of invasion and destruction. Yes, the old guard has it’s ways and the middle eastern pipeline is it’s gold rush. Especially since it’s countdown time for this precious resource that lubricates our tectonic plates. Did you know that the first trees ever on Earth fell into our oceans to begin Nature’s process of recycling an old pine tree, that ultimately landed at the bottom of the sea and decomposed into gorgeous goo? Of course, we all love the scent of pine. It’s oil is so healing.

Back to the New Grid. Sounds like a solid idea providing jobs and good intention toward moving forward, away from a tired, even exhausting worthless way of being. Notice how it makes you feel when the incessant talk of war pours through our tubes and radios. Keeps you right where ‘they’ want you. Now, isn’t it rather elevating and sort of stunning to think of an electrical makeover. No, really. Now when you close your eyes at night to rest your weary self and awake to a new day, a new thought occurs to you; a realization that from coast to coast our wiring is also being rejuvenated. Our breathing will improve because we will be collectively changing our thoughts and when our thoughts change , our cells change AND our immune system reacts in a more circulatory way providing us with new energy. How about that!

The era of the walking dead who have been numbed by such things as inhumane factory farming, genetically altered food crops for our consumption and the incessant flow of numbing drugs that are spoon fed to us on a daily basis will be on decline. As we wake up to new HOPE, we wake up to new life.

Another thing: the whole idea of being tempted to test the poison waters of despair by keeping one foot in the old familiar ways and the other foot in this new philosophy of Hopefulness will be a constant test. This is where your faith comes in to look deep inside yourself and decide which way you want to go. My theory is, while deciding, two things can happen: One is falling into a comfortable chaotic state of confusion. Well, that’s paralyzing. Two, and my preference is to surrender yourself to the very extremely uncomfortable zone of, dare I say, oh no, I can’t say it-VOID

The Void is a scary place to be. Very lonely it seems and dark. It’s what I call the “healing space”. Once you enter there’s only one way out- COURAGE. Courage to see clearly who you are and what you love starting with YOU!

Oh, and I forgot to mention Freedom.

Isn’t that why we’re all here?

Isn’t this our mission in life?

Isn’t it what we all dream of?

For Heaven’s sake, Grid and Bare It!!!