Author Archives: Tom

Recently I got the idea to put a music video together for Frozen Sunset, a new instrumental track by The Black & Blue Orkestre. I thought it might be a quick thing because there were no vocals. Then I foolishly … Continue reading →

The Black & Blue Orkestre has a new vocal track, called “Frozen Heartache“. We’d be grateful for the lending of your ears. It was somewhat inspired by the groove of “Frozen Sunset” but then took on a life of its … Continue reading →

Wow, the 100th post. Perhaps it is significant this one is about…music. The Black & Blue Orkestre has just finished a new track called FROZEN SUNSET. This one is an instrumental, but don’t let that fool you. I’m pretty sure … Continue reading →

The Black & Blue Orkestre has carved out another track. This one is called “Fade To Black.” It’s a kind of bluezy emo surf rocker written and sung by DiCillo. Additional vocals and bass by Grog and guitars by Will … Continue reading →

I love this time of year. There’s a sharp thrill in the air. The holidays are here and people are full of anticipation and excitement. Everyone’s putting their lists together. Not Christmas lists; I mean their 10 Best Lists. Yes, this … Continue reading →

Here’s a paragraph I came across today. The words are David Lynch’s. They had a lot of resonance for me so I thought I’d share them. “Negativity is the enemy to creativity. So, if you want more ideas flowing then find … Continue reading →

I feel a little guilty. I’m not writing about anything that has to do with film–especially not about anything regarding progress on one of my own. There is progress but it would only be of interest to those who get excited by … Continue reading →

The Black & Blue Orkestre has been at it again. We just did a cover of the Trogg’s “With A Girl Like You.” It’s the usual suspects;  Grog on bass and additional vocals; Will Crewdson on rhythm and lead guitar and … Continue reading →

Flew to Munich for a Retrospective of my films at the end of June. As we left this tragic Tale of our Time was entrancing America:   I was not sorry to leave that world behind for a few days. The … Continue reading →

A few weeks ago a documentary called Freedom Riders aired on PBS. It’s a strong piece about a milestone event in the American civil rights struggle and I recommend it highly. I was struck by a song in it called, … Continue reading →