Sep 19, 2012
The tour with Sinead O'Connor was wonderful – we have lots more pictures and footage. And I have a photo of Stonehenge, taken by my tour manager, which has an alien in it! (yes, seriously). It has been, however, a difficult few days. I am no stranger to emotional ups and downs, and all to often they should be ridden out like a roller coaster and not ignored, because there is always a reason behind them. As it stands, I am going to write and record now for a few days. It helps me lose time, but also find a catharsis and a healing. Another week and I am back on the road, this time opening for James – it's a West Coast tour. For now, here is something, too – the first from the Home Sessions:...
Aug 24, 2012
Filmed by Julien Lasseur, from iTunes Live Session @ Capitol Studios.
May 20, 2012
You told me that you loved me And kissed me in the street I felt your arms around me Like ground beneath my feet You promised me forever That wouldn’t have to ask Your poems were so clever I never saw your mask You gave yourself so freely I couldn’t even see It wasn’t you, who smiled right back at me Odi et amo, odi et amo Meus carus hostilis (my beloved enemy) Odi et amo, Odi et amo Ego exuro vobis (I burn for you) I’m not afraid of darkness that walks the city streets Betrayal is the one thing That brings me to my knees I thought you were an angel My rescue from this hell But devil was an actor Who played his part too well You vanished in the shadows And suddenly I knew That I would give my life to be with you Odi et amo, odi et amo Meus carus hostilis Odi et amo, Odi et amo Ego exuro vobis I don’t mean to leave it up to fate Love is just another side of hate It’s flowing through my veins It burns me from within The line between the lover And enemy’s grown thin Too late for this sinner to be saved Your heart is the mystery I craved You’re pushing me too far You’ve brought me to my knees When pain becomes the pleasure And torture feels like bliss Odi et amo, odi et amo Meus carus hostilis Odi et amo, Odi et amo Ego exuro vobis. ...
May 10, 2012
We are getting ready to shoot the official video for my single Meant. There is a story in the video – which is also part of the bigger story of Beatrix. The performance part of it is being shot in Los Angeles, this Tuesday, April 3rd at a wonderful club mid town Los Angeles called 'Fais Do Do'. You would need to dress swanky (think cool jazz club attire with Mad Men vibe, but not too retro). The shoot is 7-10 PM sharp. Come be immortalized in my music video! You would be part of the listening audience, as I perform and then… but I can't give away the story here;) Email our Production Coordinator Celina Reising at cmr@celinareising.com if you want to be there (we need a definite head count and your info to email you final instructions). We can't pay you – alas – but you would get a credit – maybe be in the shot – and – and! – a physical (freshly printed) copy of: …. ………. here it is! (not yet available anywhere else & with special poster of the Beatrix story inside) …plus I will love you forever, I promise! xoxo...
Apr 5, 2012
I am incredibly tired, and yet buoyant. Yes, buoyant – I love this word – it is one of my favorites in English – and I have been waiting to use it in the recent days, so here is my opportunity. In case you are wondering: buoyancy is a good thing. The video shoot went so well. We had such a difficult time making everything come together in a very short time – but come together it did. Last night, as we opened some champagne, the feeling was of that best (in my opinion) variety of satisfaction when, against all odds and through ups and downs, the pieces of the puzzle fit in a beautiful pattern and the final result is almost more than what you expected of the best possible outcome. I learned that I can act – and now I actually want to take some acting lessons because I found myself enjoying it, quite unexpectedly. Who knew! I have so much to look forward to – and for once – I am not afraid. I have no idea what the future will bring- but I have done so much already. I have given 2012 my full and undivided attention. The music is out there. The story of Beatrix will grow and spread far and wide. And a vital emotional piece of it – Meant – and the video, which we shot as part of the larger story – will be out there soon, as well. Tomorrow we are flying to Seattle and driving to Vancouver to perform. I am opening for an amazing group – James...
Mar 10, 2012
And tonight is the second show, opening for Sinead O'Connor. Man, what a voice. She is absolutely mind-blowing live. And so cute! And here is something, too: (live performance/recording of Armies of your Heart from Last.FM) ...
