My name is Charles.  I have spent most of my life writing music, short stories & poetry, painting, and doing photography.  I am currently working with Kairos Prison Ministries, as well as with the Bethel Bible Church here in my hometown of Tyler, Texas in a vairety of aspects.  I am available for collaboration as well as production work.  Please feel free to utilize this site, as well as the contact form at the bottom of the page.

 

 

The "Music Company's Part-Time Help" is the combination of a set of singles written and recorded from late 2003 through early 2012.  After writing the songs, I recorded at my brother, Jerry's studio called Soundsite Productions and in my personal home studio I call BrightStar Unlimited.  Through the recording process I played the instrumentation.  I did vocals-lead and backing, guitars, bass, keys, and drums/percussion.  Other players key in the process were Mick Adams-guitars, and Jerry-bass, keys, and midi.  Songs mastered at BrightStar Unlimited, Soundsite Productions, and from friend Tim Dolbear at Eclectica Studio in Austin.

The songs represent many things for me.  They are a representation of a deeper spiritual understanding, as well as an outpouring of emotion through pen and note.  My influences have always in some way played a part in my creative and thought process.  They include a lot of people who have no fame other than my own perception.  The list is comprehensive and include everyone I have the privilege to meet.  We are all connected on this little blue speck in this massive infinte.  Other influences include Jesus, 60's artists (Jim, Zep, and Bob), as well as contemporary counterparts and historical memes that have given us all vision and light throughout the ages now and to come.

 

 

  The Archives page is a more comprehensive page dedicated to past artistic expressions.  They include music, photos, and paintings from various stages of my career.  The pictures were taken from a period begining from a set from college Phot Journalism, from trips to Colorado, and from excursions at work in state parks and other wildlife areas.  Songs presented here are written and recorded from a period of around 2003 and forward, encompassing various styles and techniques.  I am learning that art is an not just an emotional vanity, but also about learning a skill, honing techniques, and learning through personal expression and spiritual growth.  Other photos included are promo, and various jam session or gigs throughout this same time period.