Happy Birthday to Joni Mitchell at 80 Years Old

November 7th, 2023 by Voxx

Joni Mitchell CloudsGreetings Everyone,

Today is the 80th Birthday of the legendary musician, poet and painter, Joni Mitchell. She was born on November 7, 1943 at 10:00pm, in Fort MacLeod, Alberta, Canada.

I have been listening and playing/singing along to Joni’s music, since I was literally a child. Fascinated by her haunting melodies and lyrics.

I learned to play piano and guitar, just to be able to be in the same emotional world as Joni. She was not just a musical idol, but a psychological muse. I actually remember the very first time I heard a song she wrote, “Both Sides Now,” as someone else was singing it. Of course, it was hard to find, as the other title of the song was, “Clouds.” But, finally — I found it, and bought a copy, and that was the beginning of an entire phase of my life.

Joni’s songs were complex, and many were played in altered tunings, which made it even more challenging. Her songs were beautiful, but made even more stunning by her singing voice, with its pure, clarion tone.

I learned all her songs, as soon as I could, both on guitar, and then on piano, multi-tracking myself to learn all her complex harmonies.

Finally, at the age of 15, playing two of Joni’s songs, “River,” and “You Turn Me On, (I’m a Radio,”) I won a huge talent contest at school. That sealed the deal. I knew exactly what I wanted to do for the rest of my life — to be like Joni. To write meaningful songs, and play the guitar and piano. So, that’s what I did.

In order to plan my musical career, even from a young age, I turned to Astrology, Qabalah and the Thoth Tarot, in order to plot my path. Over time, the spiritual side of things, took over, and overshadowed my original path of music. I even learned to draw and paint, and shared that with Joni’s inspiration too.

The fact of it is, my entire life has been entwined with the inspiration of Joni Mitchell, in every way. I finally got a chance to meet her back in 1998. I had literally just had a dream about her, and she and I were painting in her studio. I woke up, and went outside my psychic shop to a little restaurant next door, and there she was! Joni Mitchell was literally sitting in front of my shop, eating breakfast with a friend!

I walked up to her and apologized for interrupting her, but told her of my dream that I had just awoken from, where she and I were talking. She asked me to share more of the dream, and invited to sit and have lunch with her and a guitarist friend of hers.

We talked about some friends we shared in common, and had a wonderful time. I’ll always remember her kindness and open-hearted friendliness to a stranger.

Joni, over the years, I have wished that I could have reached the pinnacle of self-awareness, which you’ve shown in your music; But, now I know how rare such a talent is. I’m just grateful I am alive, at the same time you are. May you have a blessed birthday, and many more to come! ~V~

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Le Comte de Lautréamont: In Memoriam

April 4th, 2022 by Voxx

In Memoriam: The Father of Surrealism.

Today, I’m celebrating the birth of my favorite poet, Isidore Lucien Ducasse, more famously known as, Le Comte de Lautréamont. During his life, he completed writing only one complete book, but oh what a book it was!

Entitled “Les Chants de Maldoror”, (The Song of Maldoror) is one of the most mind-boggling, verbal hallucination ever written. If you have never read “Maldoror” (as it is often referred to), I suggest buying a copy today, in his honor. (Just scroll down this page, and you’ll see a link to buy the book from “My Book Club” on the right-side column).

For lovers of great surrealist poetry, take a minute to read a sample of this great artist’s work.

You can also read my special page, dedicated to Le Comte de Lautréamont, complete with an assortment of valuable links.

Let me know your thoughts upon reading this truly important, and startlingly original poet’s work. I’m sure that once you read his story, (and his poetry), you will reserve a special place in your library for the late, great Isidore. ~V~

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Stephen Sondheim: Send In The Crowns

November 26th, 2021 by Voxx

7D0D6153-19E1-47D9-A960-A50384F810A3Legendary musical and lyrical genius, Stephen Sondheim, passed away today. He was known for his work on such Broadway masterpieces as, “West End Story”, “Sweeney Todd”, “Gypsy”, and many more.

During his life, he won many awards, including an Academy Award, 8 Grammy Awards, 9 Tony Awards, a Pulitzer Prize, and a Lifetime Achievement Award, among many others.

As a published poet, lyricist and musician — what I loved most about Sondheim’s work was his incredible ability to bring depth and personal emotion into his lyrics. One of his greatest songs, (for which he wrote both the lyrics and music), was “Send In the Clowns.”

Several weeks ago, I was inspired to write to Mr. Sondheim. I wanted to thank him for the gift of his music and lyrics. But, I had a sense that he might not wish to be bothered by a stranger, so I didn’t do it. Now, I wish

I had. I hope his spirit will Rest In Peace, knowing how much joy he brought to the world, by sharing his song with all of us. Thank you Mr. Sondheim.

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In Memoriam: Dale Willis (One More Angel)

December 23rd, 2020 by Voxx

876FB4E8-6711-4FF1-9F57-5F81CA574E84One More Angel
(For Dale Willis, Upon His Passing)

There were angels hiding
In the crystal snow
They watched as you went flying
As fast as you could go

They saw as you went gliding
At the speed of light
Though the cold was biting
The Sun shone, oh so bright

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The air was blue and such a sight
As you sailed down, with ease
Brilliant angels, danced in flight
Their feathers stirred the breeze

The sight of glistening feathers
Dazzled eyes of blue
You even wondered whether
They were dancing just for you

So graceful, with their haloes
Of holy golden light
How lovely, the designs they chose
To guide you on your flight

Then angel Raphael, the great
Hovered in the East
Gabriel — his horn of Fate
And Michael — not the least

All along, with Uriel
The Angel of the Earth
Decided to reveal
Your next phase of Eternal Birth

So with wings around you
They lifted up your spirit
Your eyes looked at your soul in view
Your earthly form, not near it

You tried to tell the ones you left
That you must take your leave
And with tears, their hearts bereft
Your loss, on earth, we grieve

We cannot lovely angels blame
Who saw your heart of gold
And gave you wings, and heavn’ly name
Your new life to unfold

Oh, brother of our precious Lord
You leave behind this globe
And none on earth could scarce afford
The glory of your robe

For it is precious silver
Threaded thru with gold
Your soul, we prayed deliver
Straight to heaven’s fold

Where God was there to greet you
In glory, and in joy
He was waiting there to meet you
His faithful, bless’ed boy

One more angel now in heaven
Who’ll guide us through our day
One more precious soul, God-given
Listens as we pray

O, wondrous man of heaven
We bless all that you’ve done
And for the joy you’ve given
A smile for everyone

And yes, Dale we shall miss you
For you are family
God’s loving light shall kiss you
Til’ one day we may see

Your kind face and gentle heart
That followed God’s own plan
For you have lived the perfect part
God’s Righteous, Holy Man.

(For my beloved childhood friend, Nathan Dale Willis - Upon his passing)

Photo of Dale Willis, by permission; Thoth Tarot Card: “The Universe”, © O.T.O.

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Jeff Buckley: 17 Years Gone

May 29th, 2014 by Voxx

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Today marks the 17 year Anniversary of the untimely death of Jeff Buckley. On May 29th, 1997, Buckley dove into the Wolf River, a tributary of the Mississippi River, only to surface as a beautiful ghost.

At the time of his passing, I had only heard tales of his music and live performances from friends and clients. Oddly enough, time and again I went to record stores and wound up holding his CD in my hands, studying the covers — staring into his face. Still, each time I left the store without purchasing his music.

Once, after giving a Psychic Reading to Maynard James Keenan (the vocalist for the magickal music group Tool), he told me he was going to see Jeff play at the Troubador. I wanted to go, but for some reason, didn’t — much to my lasting regret.

Buckley Virgin: On June 4, 1997 I was at a KROQ concert with Nancy Berry (the former Vice-Chairman of Virgin Records) and several of her friends. A friend of Nancy’s, a singer named Christopher Shinn, offered to give me a ride to an after party at the Chateau Marmont, which I accepted.

On the drive back, Chris told me his favorite singer was Jeff Buckley. I felt at that point the Universe was definitely conspiring to get me to buy Buckley’s CD, and made a mental note to get it immediately, after Chris continued raving about it. In the car, Chris put on Jeff’s debut album, Grace, and played the track So Real. By the end of the song I was in tears, completely blown away by the sheer beauty of not only the music, but the power and sincerity of Jeff’s mighty, angelic voice. After the song was over, Chris said, “Yeah, it’s a real shame he’s gone.”

I couldn’t believe my ears. When I asked Chris what he meant, he explained that Jeff had mysteriously “disappeared”, and no one had seen him since he went swimming on the night of May 29th, (1997). I was devastated twice that night.

The next day I went out and bought a copy of Grace, and played nothing else (except for a little Satchel and Pigeonhed) for months. His music is that good.

Getting back to my story, 6 days after I first heard Jeff’s music, his lifeless body was found, floating on the banks of the Mississippi River, near Beale Street. The music world went into a period of mourning. Anybody who was familiar with his music was absolutely devastated by the news. The legend of Jeff Buckley was born.

There is much left to my story, but I’ll post the amazing details on my Magickal Forum as soon as I can.

For those of you who don’t know Jeff’s music, please visit Official Jeff Buckley Site for more about his life, and his music.

All I can say now is, Jeff — wherever you are, thank you for the music, the beauty that you shared with all of us, stuck down here without you.

“Now cracks a noble heart. Good night, sweet prince, And flights of angels sing thee to thy rest!” (Shakespeare)
(- Horatio, Hamlet (V.ii.370-371).

Note: I created this special image, based on a photograph taken by Merry St. Cyr. It has since been posted everywhere, without the artists’ credit. So, now you know where it came from.

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