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Thursday June 12, 2025

 

And…it’s Thursday morning. It will get warm today in Nashville. A high of 87 today.

 

YESTERDAY

I was at Wil Nance’s little farm and somewhere between the ducks, the chickens, the rabbits, and the cats, Wil, Lauren Mascitti, and I wrote a new tune from an idea I had. Wil got a great groove going for it, Lauren added some harmony, and the next thing you know, we’ve got a song. 


 

 

Those two bring a ton of energy to a session, so that makes it even more fun. Before we wrote, Lauren treated us to this new beach song she wrote, “Somewhere In The Caribbean”. Check it out. It will take you to the beach if only in your mind.

 


THE BEACH BOY

I was sad to see that Brian Wilson, the true genius of the Beach Boys, passed away at the age of 82. He could hear everyone’s part, show them what to play, and tell them which notes to sing. The guy could hear things most humans never will, musically speaking 

 

I was a country kid growing up in Missouri. But one of the few rock and roll albums I bought was this one from the Beach Boys. I wore the tracks off that vinyl album. Their harmony was just so great to listen to.



 His fear of flying forced him to cancel performing with the Beach Boys, and it was Glen Campbell who replaced Brian.



 Many consider “God Only Knows” off their groundbreaking album “Pet Sounds” to be their greatest song, including Paul McCartney, who said that song moved him to tears.



But if I had to pick a personal favorite, “In My Room” would be near the top of my list.

 

RIP Brian.



 

SONG OF THE DAY

Today’s tune is a funny song I wrote with Brent Burns. It’s a funny true story we put to music,  "Mama Dropped The F Bomb”. You’ll get a laugh out of it…or should.

 

My Gulf Shores buddy and I have written a lot of funny songs through the years, and we’ve done a lot of shows together as well. Brent recently underwent back surgery in New York, and he’s now back home trying to recuperate. It’s a slow go…but it sounds like he’s making slow but steady progress. I’m hoping he will heal sooner than later.



 

HEALTH NOTES

Dr. Pepper Zero Sugar recall has been upgraded as the FDA is warning it’s a serious health risk for diabetics.

 

A new study claims that a drug called levothyroxine, the second-most-commonly prescribed medication among older adults, has been linked to a higher risk of bone loss.

 

Yet another study suggests that negative thoughts might be changing your brain in surprising ways. Research is showing that negativity bias correlates with depression, anxiety and memory problems.

 

HERE’S YOUR SIGN



 Well, at least you don’t have to wait to get shot.

 

HOME SWEET MISSILE HOME

Some folks have converted old missile silos into homes. One of those owners, up in Sprague, Washington just listed their silo for 1.45 million dollars.



 I went to college in Warrensburg, Missouri. The road leading there was dotted with missile silos, part of nearby Whiteman Air Force Base nearby. I would have never thought they’d take the missiles out and replace the warheads with couches and TV sets.

 

FATHER’S DAY

It’s just 3 days away. Let the Dad jokes commence.

 

I only know 25 letters in the alphabet. I don’t know Y.

 

Where do you learn how to make a banana split? Sundae school.

 

And just one more.

 

This graveyard must be overcrowded. People must be dying to get in.

 

ONCE A CRIMINAL

Police arrested a guy in Murray, Kentucky, for turning raccoons loose in a store. He was arrested once before. He tried to get away from the police in a high-speed mule chase. Wow. Pretty much made a jackass of himself huh?



 

You can’t make that kind of stuff up.

 

MARRIAGE JOKE

My wife is mad. She thinks I don’t like her cooking. To prove her wrong, I had another slice of her gravy.  

 

TODAY’S HEADLINE

Federal Agents Raid Gun Shop, Find Weapons. (What are the odds?)

 

TODAY

I’m writing with hit writer Bobby Boyd for only the second time. The first time was several years ago. Bobby wrote the smash hit “Broken Road” for Rascal Flatts, “Two of a Kind, Workin’ on a Full House” for Garth Brooks, and many more. Looking forward to writing with him again today.


 

 

Have a great Thursday!

 

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