America is about fairness. At least it used to be. A man’s word is his bond. You can count on the law. The little guy is protected. How are we supposed to believe in our country if the rules keep changing and we don’t have a say? Isn’t that why we revolted against the British […]

We are assuming the outrage in the mainstream press will have an effect. It won’t, not much. Did the coverage of Martin Luther King’s assassination stop racism? Hell, there were states that wouldn’t observe his holiday, businesses that still won’t. People are myopic, to change their views is nearly impossible. Meanwhile, those concerned believe if […]

Dear Bob,look what you’ve done! I adore Brandi and we have become friends.Her album is my favourite this year. I thought what you wrote was truly wonderful.I am not good with compliments but I feel this is a fine way to say farewell to the road. I will continue to write and record and sell […]

From: Brandi Carlile Subject: Elton and you. Dear Bob I hope you don’t mind me crossing this barrier and reaching out! I just had to because the piece you wrote recently about your experience and nostalgia at the Elton show really moved me. Please excuse the way I write – it’s diabolical and I didn’t […]