In 2007, I was invited to perform at the Gem and Jam Festival in Tucson, Arizona. At the time, I was focused on improvisational...

In 2004, I was introduced to the vibrant world of music festivals, a realm that was just starting to blossom. Back then, festivals like...

As I floated in the crystal-clear waters of Fiji, it felt like a dream come true. Little did I know that upon my return, I would be...

In the aftermath of Burning Man , where magic and transformation intertwine, I’m compelled to share a story that epitomizes some of the...

I have had the opportunity to attend Burning Man twice, and each experience has left a lasting impression on me. The festival is a...

Reflecting on my life each week reveals fascinating patterns and shifts brought about by different responsibilities. Nearly two decades...

During my 2006 experience on  Jam Cruise , I was blessed to connect with a multitude of gifted artists and kindred spirits. As I embarked...

As the days drew closer to the cruise ship departure, my excitement reached a fever pitch. My mind was filled with endless possibilities...

Following the passing of my brother, I returned to Florida and settled in Boca Raton. I swiftly found a job at Whole Foods selling...

Preparing for the birth of a child or coping with the loss of a loved one are profound experiences that almost everyone will face at some...

During my time in West Palm Beach, I found myself at a crossroads, unsure whether to stay and explore this unfamiliar place or leave in...

After the completion of our new record, Sebastian and I carefully packed our precious project artwork and freshly printed CDs, embarking...

My heart, shattered and raw, guided me back to Jeremy, my friend. His invitation to stay with him in North Adams, Massachusetts, called...

The 13-hour drive from Asheville to Massachusetts felt like an eternity as I made my way to see my dear friend Zach. Without a car, I...

Waking up in a new place always ignites a fire within me, filling me with a sense of wonder and excitement that seems to overflow my cup....

The restless anticipation haunted me all night, evoking memories of childhood nerves before important events. Now in my early twenties,...

Before my trip to Asheville, North Carolina, I felt a strong urge to create a new artist name, as my birth name Mario, aka “Super Mario,"...

As my confidence blossomed alongside my connection to the microphone, the art of crafting songs started to harmonize with my soul. The...

My early 20s were shadowed by an inner critic, a whisper of self-doubt that clung to me through the years. Even now, it tries to drag me...

On my 22nd birthday, memories flood back to a time of pure dedication. Living at Jeremy's house for a year and a half, I poured my heart...