This year I will...

Happy New Year to all my family and friends!

I don't really believe in New Year's resolutions, but I do think it is a good idea to sit down often and write out a few goals. Goal setting is at the top of the list of the most successful people in the world. It causes you to stop and focus on what it is you do want...instead of worrying about what you don't want.

Well, I want to take the time to write down what I want to happen in 2009 in terms of my songwriting. My friends and family know I love them and wish them the best of everything, but this is about my songwriting career.

First, I want to continue writing good music. I think that the stuff I am writing lately is better than anything I have written in the past. I want to continue that trend and keep devoting more of my time to writing.

Second, I hope to record a lot. I want to be able to record each song as soon as it is done. This is one of my favorite things to do. I love recording in the studio!! I will record a lot in 2009.

Third, I hope to collaborate with some other writers in town. I think sometimes it is a good idea to write with other people and see what happens. Plus, it is always good to write with up and coming artists. I will meet a few this year and hopefully write some future #1 hits.

Finally, I just want my music to get to the right people. It is that simple...write it, record it and get it in the right hands. I know it will happen this year.

So, there you go...simple and sweet. It sounds perfectly wonderful.

Have a great year,

Phil