Writing About Creativity, Music, Self-Doubt, and the Path Forward
100 Songs or Bust: A Songwriter’s Journey
I’ve now released 21 songs toward my 100 Songs or Bust goal. What started in 2023 with just three tracks has grown into a steady flow—7 songs in 2024 and even more in 2025 (including a couple still to come). Each release has been its own snapshot of where I was in that moment, from grief and doubt to love, irony, and collaboration.
How Steve Nalepa is Futureproofing Music—One Artist at a Time
At Futureproof Music School, Steve Nalepa and his team aren’t selling shortcuts or trends—they’re offering mentorship. The school helps artists learn what they truly need to create with confidence, find their intention, and follow their musical dreams.
The AI Myth: Why the Future of Music Is Still Human
AI doesn’t have to replace creativity—it can enhance it. Explore how artists can use AI to generate ideas, stay organized, and refine their craft, all while keeping the emotional core of their work front and center.
How to Raise Musical Children (Without the Burnout)
Raising a musical child is less about strict lessons and more about sparking joy, curiosity, and connection. Drawing on stories from my family and insights from Steve Nalepa, here’s how to nurture creativity without pressure—so the music stays for life.
What Music (and Friendship) Taught Me About Building Community
A radio interview with KBCS about Haystack Music Festival, musical friendship, and why building community through music matters more than ever.
What Andrea Stolpe Taught Me About Songwriting (and Myself)
Seattle singer-songwriter Dave Hill Jr. shares how Andrea Stolpe’s songwriting camp transformed his creative process, helped him trust his instincts, and deepened his confidence after 50.
What I’ve Learned Speaking About Self-Doubt to Musicians and Creatives
Self-doubt isn’t the villain—it’s often a protective voice that needs updating. Here’s what I’ve learned from speaking to songwriters, musicians, and artists about the inner critic.
Notes from a Seattle Singer-Songwriter Navigating Grief Through Music
Seattle singer-songwriter Dave Hill Jr. shares how grief, loss, and late-in-life songwriting led to his debut album. Learn how music became a tool for healing and creative growth.
Make What You Feel, Not What You Can Explain
"Don’t think your way through art—feel it. Ray Bradbury, Talking Heads, and the blues all point to the same truth: the most honest, resonant creative work doesn’t come from the head. It comes from the heart, the gut, the raw edge of being alive."
Rediscovering the Magic of Music in Community Spaces
Mosaic MI blends open mic energy with the intimacy of a songwriting circle. Whether you’re performing or just listening, this welcoming space invites connection, creativity, and community through the shared experience of music.