Nature is a powerful force around us. It has the power to bring great pleasure and relaxation, such as laying on a beautiful sunny beach by the ocean or sailing on a cool clear lake. Walking through the forest often provides a sense of calmness and a feeling of being grounded. Nature can also provide […]
In his book, Of Water and the Spirit: Ritual, Magic and Initiation in the Life of an African Shaman (Penguin Books), Dr. Malidoma Somé talks about the drum: In the Dagara culture the drum is the transportation device that carries the listener into other worlds. Only the sound of the drum has the power to help one […]
Many of you know that I have done extensive training with Malidoma Somé and in my work with him have learned a lot about creating a space of fun and welcoming for the ancestors. When we do ritual, it’s usually in a very festive atmosphere. Good beverages, oftentimes a cigar, and always drumming! I recently […]
Over the last few weeks I’ve been sharing with you inside looks at each track from my new CD Tribal Medicine. Tribal Medicine is one of my favorite albums to date. It offers listeners restorative healing rhythms to infuse their hearts and souls. Each track on the album features intoxicating drumming, various sounds, and specific intent that embodies […]
Those who have already listened to my new album Tribal Medicine can attest to its powerful inspiration through its tribal connections. So many reviews have been coming back to me, and one common remark is that listeners often feel as though they are taking part in an ancient indigenous healing ceremony! Tribal Medicine is a great escape for those […]
Tribal Medicine is an album I am particularly proud of. This CD features healing rhythms that are intended to restore listeners’ hearts and souls as the sensations of the healing drum infuses the body. One of the best features of the album is that each track on Tribal Medicine supports a particular energy and offers different rhythms and […]
There is always something you can do to change your life, to bring about the life you’ve always wanted. I’ve found following rituals central to the West African culture to be quite powerful in bringing about change. These rituals can help you realize how to bring your dreams to fruition and how to live by […]
In the song “Rock Star” by Nickelback, there are a couple of lines that hit home with some things I’ve heard from others and, quite frankly, some things I feel from time to time. The song is about a guy who wants to change his life but feels it’s too late, so he’s asking for […]
Changing of the Seasons I’ve been enjoying fall on the East coast- sunny weather and bright bold colors. The last great show of color before winter sets in! Being here and seeing this times perfectly with the arrival of the Libra Super New Moon tonight – which marks a time of balance, harmony and peace […]