The Dragonfly Races Is Ellis' 14th Album and his debut into the Family/Childrens genre. The songs on the album are intended to be sweet and playful yet insightful and thoughtful. Written in true to form Ellis Paul style of compelling and witty story telling; each song will bring both parents and children into a picture that Ellis paints with each lyric. Themes of peace, unity, and a sense of the planet as a whole underlie the album with grace rather than overstatement. To make the CD even more special, Ellis has married his drawing and painting skills with his music. All the artwork was done by Ellis, fulfilling his dream of putting the two together. The songs and artwork are clearly meant to be enjoyed by children as well as adults and promises to be a significant addition to the genre of family music.
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Ellis demonstrates the new Michael Kelly V65 with a new song
Ellis demonstrates the new Michael Kelly V65
Influences
dylan, neil young, laughter, truth, Lenny Bruce, tom robbins, joni mitchell, norman rockwell, lenny bruce, coincidence, john prine, randy newman, hank williams, sebastian coe, commitment, vincent van gogh, karma, richard pryor, james taylor, mlk, woody guthrie, john lennon, Paul McCartney, hope, john irving, steve prefontaine, clarity, the beatles, faith, charles schulz, chagall, the Band, thomas nast, the rolling stones, csn, REM, U2, Bill Withers, Steve Goodman, bill rodgers, George Harrison, Shel Silverstein, Roy Rogers, Mark Twain, Tom Waits, hope, Pat Tillman, Carol King, Harry Chapin, Bill Morrissey, patty larkin, John Gorka, Babe Ruth, Johnny Cash, charity, Robert Johnson, Tim Hardin, Mississippi John Hurt....
I got a word machine in my head. It's a damn noisy contraption. Constantly running. No "off" switch. I'm cursed. Still. I can't keep 'em in my mouth. Quiet. I think out loud. Too much. The words trip out like a drunk on an obstacle course. I'm trying to get me to somewhere better. I'm looking for that scenic view. Pull over. Listen awhile. Watch for a minute. I like the quiet sometimes. God didn't make all this noise.
I hitched rides with a guitar. I bought tickets with songs. I saw the country. I've broken every highway rule. Most more than twice. Fifteen years of asphalt have spun beneath my heels. Ten albums and four hundred songs. A Thousand nights of pull out couches, cotton sheets in cheap motels. Boston to Big Sur. Homer to Homestead. Paris, Texas to Paris, Maine. Exotic places. I dashed between seasons. I never got wet. I could out maneuver the wind. I kept myself dry. I've seen four seasons in a week's time. Flown on the wings of time machines. I've carried the same pack of matches for twenty years, but I've always kept a live flame close by.
I'm looking for the next transport. Waiting on a song. I'm getting warm.
"A singer songwriter is only as good as the times he reflects. In times like these, when so many nuts are running the show, it's comforting to know that Ellis Paul is actually holding our sanity on his own stage! Wise, tender, brilliant and biting, Ellis is one of our best human compasses, marking in melodies and poems where we've been and where we might go if we so choose to. Personally Ellis, I'm goin' where you're goin'!" --Nora Guthrie (Woody Guthrie's daughter)
Hi! Saw your show at Tin Angel on 6/5. I was the obnoxious one asking you to play "Take All the Sky You Need" - thank you for appeasing me. Hope the rest of your tour goes well! - Nancy Micciulla
Ciao Ellis, Thank you for the add and the friendship. you are very good, I like your music a lot, and the splendid voice. talk to you soon, and all of my best wishes to always listen to your good music. all the best.. from italy neal
Hi Ellis! Thanks alot for the add! It's not everyday that you find so great music and singer as you are:) The very first time I heard you, I realized that I have found something special! Looking to get some your albums now:) Wishing you a great week! Best regards Leo
Ellis, you and Rad blew the roof off the Eisemann Center at Wildflower Fest. That was such an awesome show. Sorry I'll miss you at Kerrville. I'll look forward to seeing you at Woody Fest.
So good to have you back in Oklahoma last night. It was an amazing, amazing time. So glad you came to the assistance of your good buddy Don. I haven't danced in my seat, smiled and just plain enjoyed myself that much in quite some time. :-)
hey man, just wanted to let you and your Maine friends know about this special 'local' show we are doing in Lincoln County next week. show us some love.
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Seems no one commented on the Madison show on Thursday. Just wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed it. As usual a wonderful show. Thanks Ellis for sharing your magic with us!
Hi Ellis! Saw you at Evanston Space last night; thanks for such an amazing, perfect show. You are such an inspiration to singer/songwriters everywhere. Can't wait till you come back to Chicago! Peace, Jeanne
Wow Ellis Paul -- what a fanTAStic show last night at SPACE -- I'm still energized! It's not just the amazing songs... it's your ability to share your truth with us. I never doubted a single word. I'm so glad I saw this show, and got a chance to say hello!! best, Sue
Almost surreally-wonderful experience your gig in Portland at cosy Mississippi Studios on 28th March. To top it all, Magical! to meet you! Goes without saying, an incredible musician and vocalist...what was just as striking, your sharing of your self and of your gift in the warmest way I think I've ever seen. To treasure. Thanks Ellis Paul :-)
Thank you so much for a truly wonderful show in Eugene, Ore. Glenn and I enjoyed the visit before hand and running the merch table for you during the show. Another truly fabulous musical experience. You never disappoint. Really loved the performance of "Waking Up To You." This is such a personal and touching song. Thank you for writing it and for sharing it with the world.
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