Gladys Knight, Bonnie Raitt, Joni Mitchell, Aretha Franklin, Otis Redding, Steve Perry, Janis Joplin, Barbra Streisand, Dusty Springfield, Stevie Nicks, Annie Lennox, Van Morrison, David Gray, Donny Hathaway...
Sounds Like
Sometimes people tell me I sound like James Taylor, Cat Stevens, John Denver... personally I don't hear it so much, although I like all those singers... The best compliment I ever had was when someone came up to me after a show and told me I reminded them of Donny Hathaway. Not sure I am worthy of that, but I always think of that whenever I wonder if I am kidding myself being a singer... Ultimately my favorite is when someone tells me I am unique and they have never heard anyone like me =)
Hey Everyone,
Just to let you all know, I am in the middle of a move, so I have not lined up any shows for the time being, but check back soon, because come August, I will hopefully start giggin with a vengance. Guitarist, Josh Michael and I are continuing to rehearse new songs, and may even add bass and drums in the not too distant future. I will send out mailings when we have some dates on the calendar. If you want to be on the mailing list, send me your email address here and I will add it. We will probably be doing some stuff in Portland, Oregon, and maybe L.A. and San Francisco, and of course, New York as always!
Love,
Erik
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The question for each man to settle is not what he would do if he had means, time, influence and educational advantages; the question is what he will do with the things he has. The moment a young man (woman) ceases to dream or to bemoan his lack of opportunities and resolutely looks his conditions in the face, and resolves to change them, he lays the corner-stone of a solid and honorable success. ~Hamilton Wright Mabie
If I can stop one heart from breaking, I shall not live in vain. If I can ease one life the aching, or cool one pain... or help one fainting robin into his nest again, I shall not live in vain... ~Emily Dickinson
“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that frightens us most. We ask ourselves, 'Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, and famous?' Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that people won't feel insecure around you. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It's not just in some of us; it's in all of us. And when we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.” ~ Nelson Mandela
My friend...your voice is one of the best I have ever heard. It is truly a gift from God. Please always share it with everyone. I've seen myself how it moves people.
Hey Erik!! Been trying to reach you ... My emails to you are coming back.. I know you're moving but email me please.. I want you to come and sing with me at Smoke on July 27-28.. Miss hearing from you my baby brother... Much love.. Oh and you sound sooooooo beautiful!! Paulette McWilliams
You are blessed with a voice that warms the soul, to me you rank among the top artists. And knowing you, our friendship is one I cherish.. I'm blessed to have met you.
