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J.D. Hawk is a songwriter (from the Lehigh Valley area of Pennsylvania) who believes that music can do more than entertain. On this, his first CD, rich acoustic guitarwork (accompanied by bass, piano, electric leads and occasional percussion) supports thoughtful lyrics that inspire us to look at life and love in a new and deeper way. TO HEAR SAMPLES CLICK ON SONG TITLES AT LEFT. CHECK MY WEBSITE (click link below-left) FOR COMPLETE SONG LYRICS. SONG NOTES: 1. BETTER LATE THAN NEVER Dedicated to "late bloomers" everywhere! This is a song about finding one's purpose and following it, a little later in life. J.D. Hawk: Guitars, Bass, Vocals 2. LOW TIDE There seems to be an alternating pattern, a cycle of ebb and flow, to our feelings and the circumstances of our lives. When you are down, don't give up, because, as the saying goes; the darkest hour is usually right before the dawn. J.D. Hawk: Guitars, Bass, Vocals, misc. percussion Dave Ferrara: Drums 3. MILES AWAY A personal song about love and forgiveness on the journey of life. J.D.Hawk: Guitars, Bass, Vocals Dave Ferrara: Drums 4. LOVE THEM NOW A reminder to fully appreciate the people in our lives now,and to express it. J.D. Hawk: Guitars, Bass, Vocals Dan McKinney: Piano 5. STRONG LOVE A personal song about the challenge of making love work in times such as these. J.D. Hawk: Guitars, Bass, Vocals, misc. percussion Dave Ferrara: Drums 6. THE HARD WAY In the "school of life" it seems we learn in three ways; by our own insight, by the wisdom or mistakes of others, or, sadly, most often through our own painful experience(the hard way). J.D. Hawk: Guitars, Bass, Vocals, misc. percussion 7. SAIL ON This is a song for those who have been in a love relationship that, in spite of their efforts, just didn't work out. J.D. Hawk: Guitars, Bass, Vocals Dan McKinney: Piano 8. FOLLOW YOUR HEART Life is a sacred journey upon which we all travel. But no one else can choose the best path for you to follow. The answer, as always, lies within. J.D. Hawk: Guitars, Bass, Vocals Dan McKinney: Piano 9. GIVING YOUR MIND TO HOLLYWOOD This song is about the dark, decadent and manipulative side of the "entertainment industry". J.D. Hawk: Guitars, Bass, Vocals Dave Ferrara: Drums 10. EMPTY PLACE INSIDE A song about Love ending the loneliness we learn to hide so well. J.D. Hawk: Guitars, Bass, Vocals Dan McKinney: Piano Dave Ferrara: Drums 11. IT'S ONLY MONEY A look at the perennial dilemma of money in our lives and our world. References to sayings from Gandhi, the New Testiment, and others, known and unknown, are woven throughout the song. J.D. Hawk: Guitars, Bass, Vocals Dave Ferrara: Drums 12. ANOTHER POINT OF VIEW Our world transforms as we change our perspective. Truths become visible that were there all along. "Reality" is a work in progress. J.D. Hawk: Guitars, Bass, Vocals Dan McKinney: Piano Two top notch musicians accompany J.D.Hawk on this CD: Dan McKinney on piano, ( Dan currently plays keyboards with Jim Wieder, former member of The Band) and Dave Ferrara on drums. (Dave is currently touring as drummer for the Herman's Hermits) The lyrics are a very important part of what this music is all about. Complete lyrics to all songs are available at the website link on the left sidebar. Please feel free to take a closer look. Check out the artist's website: http://www.geocities.com/jdh6798/newpage.html Track List: 1. Better Late Than Never 2. Low Tide 3. Miles Away 4. Love Them Now 5. Strong Love 6. The Hard Way 7. Sail On 8. Follow Your Heart 9. Giving Your Mind to Hollywood 10. Empty Place Inside 11. It's Only Money 12. Another Point of View Suggested CDs:Other Genres:
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