Album Notes

Track 1: AUTOMATIC

AUTOMATIC is a song about how many people in modern day society live their lives day-to-day on automatic pilot and revisit the same thoughts, routines, and ways of living. The lyrics depict how life can pass us by and before we know it, we appear to be trapped or stuck in a situation with little or no control. It seems we have no say in the outcome unless we decide to make a change and regain control of our lives.

Style: Upbeat, catchy, relatable, dance-inspiring lyrics and music describing a perspective on today's everyday life.

Genre: Pop/Party Pop

Track 2: BARHAM BOULEVARD

BARHAM BOULEVARD is a song based on true events that tells the story of a newlywed couple taking a leap of faith and leaving behind the lives they knew with hopes and dreams to achieve great heights in the big city of Los Angeles. The lyrics depict a harsh reality of trying to “make it big” in an unfamiliar territory full of culture shock and unexpected events and to “watch those empty smiles because they can cost you many miles.” The song takes you on a journey from California dreaming to surviving in LA to ultimately appreciating the overall experience.

Style: Beat-driven, anthem-like music describing a perspective on the experience of throwing caution to the wind and going out to a big city against all odds to fulfill a dream.

Genre: Pop

Track 3: DISTANT SHORES

DISTANT SHORES is a song that exemplifies an international love story between an East coast, American guy and an Eastern European girl. The couple first met in the romantic setting of a small, beautiful island at a gifts and jewelry store called “Distant Shores”. That marked the beginning of a three-year long distance relationship with letters shared back and forth and visits to see one another that culminated in marriage in the United States.

Style: Romantic ballad that will bring you back or lead you to finding that special someone and falling in love.

Genre: Pop/Easy Listening

Track 4: KISSES, FLOWERS, HEARTS

KISSES, FLOWERS, HEARTS is a song that describes taking a break from the strains in life by daydreaming about love. Whether it be close, far away, real or make believe, observing your lover through experiencing a kiss, smelling the blooming flowers together, listening to each other’s hearts, or by seeing these emoticons sent to you on your computer screen , the feeling of love desires your attention.

Style: Uplifting, smooth, romantic music that allows you to daydream about the beauty of love.

Genre: Pop/Easy Listening

Track 5: PALM TREES ON MY SHOULDER

PALM TREES ON MY SHOULDER is a song depicting adventure, freedom, and escape to paradise. The lyrics are warm and uplifting emphasizing the spectacular sunny Southern California climate with palm trees found everywhere while traveling throughout the area. Each day is yet another beautiful Southern California day.

Style: Uplifting with a swing effect that everyone can sing to while waving their hands in the air.

Genre: Pop/Swing

Track 6: WHITE LIGHT

WHITE LIGHT is a song dedicated to anyone who has lost someone close to them. This instrumental version was written to make evident the strength of angels in how they are always there to lift us up when we need it the most. They shine in daylight and at night. They are always alive with us in our heart and stay with us for eternity.

Style: A relaxing, yet moving piece of music that exudes a feeling of calmness combined with hope, immortality, and life-everlasting.

Genre: Classical/Easy Listening