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🎾PRESENTING: My New EP, CAHOOTS II

Hello, Friends —

I’m happy to announce the release of CAHOOTS II, a 3-song indie rock EP co-written with Duke Sims, lead singer of the ubiquitous New York City band Shinobi Ninja.

Have a listen to the punk-poppy lead single, “Rock’s On the Brink of Extinction.”

You might like track two, too. “Muddafuggin” has an 80s vibe.

The third and final track, “I Wrecked My Guitar,” blends metal and jazz.

The EP is dedicated to my friend Mike, who recently and unexpectedly passed away.

CAHOOTS II is available on Spotify, Apple Music and most other streaming services. It was produced by Duke Sims and recorded at Willy B Labs in Brooklyn, New York. All vocals by Duke Sims. I supplied the cover art, too.

Thanks for listening, friends.

Cheers —

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You might like our poppy debut EP, CAHOOTS, released last year.

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If you enjoy the music, please consider buying me a coffee.

đŸ”ȘThe Murder Twins

Hello, Friends —

This is just to let you know that my cousin Nathan and I have decided to form a musical duo called The Murder Twins.

Our specialty is brooding, piano-driven tunes with exemplary melodies and lyrics.

Nathan is a classically trained pianist and the duo’s lead vocalist.

I provide the songwriting and additional vocals as needed.

We’re currently hunting for a record deal. In the meantime, check out some of our demos, below:

Have a great day.

Cheers—

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My favorite people on Earth are the ones who buy me a coffee.

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My latest book is The Sea-Wave. You might like it. Grab a copy at your favorite independent bookstore. Or Amazon (Amazon USA, Amazon Canada, Amazon UK).

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đŸ»The Bear Under the BedđŸ»

Photo: Annie Spratt / Unsplash

Hi, Friends.

Just letting you know that my children’s bedtime story, “The Bear Under the Bed,” is now available in the latest issue of Short Circuit — and in short story dispensers the world over. I hope you like it. Read it here.

Cheers,

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If you enjoyed this post, please consider buying me a coffee. More coffee = more stories, poems, cartoons and songs for you to enjoy.

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You might like my children’s novel Kabungo — or my collection of bedtime stories Dr. Franklin’s Staticy Cat.

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🌊There Are Many Ways of Drowning

In this strange, sad world of ours…

This book is dedicated to anyone who has ever drowned.

If you’re currently drowning, find something to hold on to.

The Sea-Wave


Find a copy at your favorite independent bookstore.

Or Amazon (Amazon USA, Amazon Canada, Amazon UK).

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Only the best people on Earth buy me a coffee.

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Have you listened to my new EP?

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đŸ˜±I Could Scream HeređŸ˜±

Photo: Michael C / Unsplash

Hello, Friends


I wrote you a new song called “In the Shadows.” My talented cousin Nathan performed it live — in an abandoned church.

Bonus: a second song, “She Walks in Beauty.” I wrote the melody; the lyrics are courtesy of my dear friend Lord Byron.

These songs are essentially demos. Feel free to share them with anyone who might be interested in recording studio versions.

Cheers,

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Only the nicest people on Earth buy me a coffee.

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Have you listened to my new EP?

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A Black Cloud Breathed

Hello, Friends.

I was feeling autumnal, so wrote you a pair of melancholy songs.

My cousin Nathan Pylypuk, who sings and plays a great deal better than I do, agreed to perform them live — in an abandoned church.

I really like the results, and invite you to have a listen — and read (the lyrics can be found in the video descriptions).

The first song is called “Our Hearts Were Full of Wine.”

The second song is “What We’re Coming To.”

There’s a third song, too. But it isn’t finished. Watch for it in a couple weeks.

Hope you’re enjoying your weekend, friends.

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While I’m not returning to Medium (i.e. posting original content), I’ve decided to share occasional news/updates about my creative life here.

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***FEATURED SINGLE***

Good news, friends.

“Can’t Keep Me Down Now,” a song I co-wrote with Brooklyn’s Doobie Duke Sims, has been selected as the week’s featured single by Sask Music, a Canadian music industry organization. You can listen to the track here.

“Can’t Keep Me Down Now” is from the EP Cahoots, available on Apple Music and other platforms.

I hope you like the song, friends. It pairs well with a hot cup of coffee. ☕

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💀When the Reaper Comes Along

đŸŽ”When the Reaper comes along,

he can take away my body –

but he can never take my song.đŸŽ”

My friend Duke Sims and I wrote you a song. “When the Reaper Comes Along” is the third and final track from our EP CAHOOTS, now streaming everywhere.

I hope you enjoy the song, friends.

What have you been up to?

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đŸŽ” CAHOOTS! đŸŽ”

Hello, Friends —

Some months ago, during the COVID-19 lockdown, I found myself both extremely bored and hungry — for a new challenge.

So I taught myself the basics of musical theory, and began writing songs.

Over the course of the summer, working remotely, I co-wrote the music and words of three songs with Brooklyn singer/songwriter Duke Sims, who sang/produced the finished tracks. The resulting EP, CAHOOTS, is now available worldwide.

Here’s the track listing:

1. Somebody Take Me Home (Duke Sims/Rolli) [Alternative Pop/Hip-Hop]

2. Can’t Keep Me Down Now (Duke Sims/Rolli) [Alternative Pop]

3. When the Reaper Comes Along (Duke Sims/Rolli) [Alternative Pop/Rock]

Cahoots is available on Spotify, Apple Music/iTunes and other popular outlets. Check here for all the options.

I hope you enjoy my musical debut, friends.

What have you been up to?