However the world turns, aim to source and share uplift. Music composed, performed and recorded by me at home. Visuals filmed & edited + sounds mixed by @BeachCamsMan May it always be in more hearts to choose Goodwill.🌄
To all who are struggling, especially at this time of year, know that within you there is power beyond the challenges you are facing. Even if you are all alone, keep ever moving forward. Amid the storms, let the sun in your heart shine through.🌅
I was gifted your book recently. 💝Looking forward to reading it.📖🎶
My friend, the composer, Grant McLachlan, saw my book ‘Becoming a Composer’ (published in paperback this year by @FaberBooks ) in a shop in Cape Town. A perfect Christmas present for anyone.
Happy Christmas! 🎄🎁
Honoured that Soul Sister Jocelyn Brown has added to her "Christmas with Friends" EP, a song she & I wrote decades ago. The mega stars Melba Moore & Russell Watson GLOW in this seasonal release. May Harmony be within the hearts of ALL. ✨🌅
Elevated by @ChrissieHynde including me on her DUETS album!🎶🌅
'Every Little Bit Hurts with @CarleenAnderson', sung by Brenda Holloway 1964.
"We discovered that day that we had a mutual friend, the guitar player Donnie Baker. A Cleveland guy. Then I became pals with Carleen who is the best soul singer alive."
-CHHQ
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People need reflection.
I regret not having more time with you. Your undeniable beauty and talent were not of this world, and a presence not of this world needs protection in a world that covets light and the anointing of God. You sir, moved us, stirred us, inspired and even intimidated others to action with your genius. Thank you for being a beacon of light to a generation and beyond who had no remembrance of the legacy that preceded us. Thank you for charting the course and for making space during a time when no similar space really existed.
You imaged a unity of strength and sensitivity in Black manhood to a generation that only saw itself as having to be one or the other. It is my earnest prayer that you are in peace, far away from selfishness, fear and/or controlling interests. Far from possessiveness, far from greed, far from manipulation, far from exploitation, far from intentionally designed chaos and that you Brother are in peace, in bliss and in eternal light and fulfillment with our Father in heaven. I Love you and I miss you. May God grant peace and shelter to your family, true friends and genuine appreciators, Brother, King.
Excerpt from a song I wrote over 35 years ago that still rings true for some in their goal of Freedom. Peace & Harmony.
Waters of MELIOR, a scene in my Blended-roots Opera, is about healing. This excerpt from the 25 vocal harmony tracks I demoed at home will balance better with a Choir, just as delivering peaceful vibes as one in togetherness can do.🌄
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7. Every Little Bit Hurts with @CarleenAnderson
8. I'm Not In Love with @BrandonFlowers
9. It's Only Love with @JulianLennon
10. Try To Sleep with Debbie Harry (@BlondieOfficial)
Celebrating a highlight of my obscure career! Listed on ‘Chrissie Hynde & Pals’ “DUETS Special” album alongside well-known music artists. Release information can be found via @ChrissieHynde Here’s to the uplift.🌄
Sincere Condolences to the #Dankworth Family.🌹 Career Highlight when #DameCleoLaine & #SirJohnDankworth presented my concert, recorded by #BBC at their venue #TheStables 🙏🏾 GRATITUDE 💐 Eternal Peacefulness to you both.🌅 Your Essential Essence Lives On✨
Much APPRECIATION to @sxswlndn for presenting #BlackLivesinMusic showcase of my Blended-roots Opera MELIOR Opus Griot hosted by @ShoreditchTH June 2025 Here's to Moving Forward.🌅🎭🎦🎶🎹🌄✨
Big Up to #BlackLivesInMusic for showcasing excerpts of my Blended-roots Opera, MELIOR Opus Griot, joined by #TeteATeteOpera Festival Founder & Director #BillBankesJones hosted by @sxswlndn @ShoreditchTH last week. Here's to Futuristic Opera.🎭🎼
One week to go before @sxswlndn @ShoreditchTH #BlackLivesinMusic showcase of my Blended-roots Opera MELIOR Opus Griot 4th June at The Ditch to present a futuristic approach to traditional Opera with modern sounds.🎭🎵
Rehearsing to perform excerpts of my Blended-roots Opera #MELIOROpusGriot 4th June. Showcase sponsored by @sxswlndn at The Ditch in Shoreditch Hall hosted by #BlackLivesInMusic Festival wristband tickets on sale: sxswlondon.com 🎶🎭
Broadcast from a Tongue-Tied One!😂 1st return to London since 2019 for 2 very different music performances @RoyalAlbertHall to celebrate @NormanJayMBE & London’s SXSW Premiere showcase at Shoreditch Hall of my Blended-roots Opera, MELIOR Opus Griot.🎶🎭
Tremendously Honoured that Bristol's @Ujimaradio is a Proud Sponsor of my Blended-roots Opera MELIOR Opus Griot. Here's to Music Art, Futuristic. 🎶🎭🎵🎦🪘
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Connections! @deighton_matt (Mother Earth) played in @brianaugerb3's 'Friends Of Oblivion' at @TheJazzCafe. Brian played on Matt's 'You Are The Healer' album, Matt, Brian & @paulwellerHQ played on @CarleenAnderson's version of 'Piece Of Clay' on her 'Blessed Burden' album!
Let 2025 be a Merciful Grace. To mutual betterment in the midst of chaos. May we each choose to be an uplifting blessing for one another. *(Pitch reel by @sandrawhetham for my Blended-roots Opera, MELIOR Opus Griot, roughly translated: One Love)

















