May Will Bloom: A New Family Band Takes Root (Patreon)

I have a new band!

Okay, it’s not exactly new. Over the past couple years, I’ve played music with my daughter Inara. We’ve done shows at Dragon Con, CONjuration, StellarFest, Little Shop of Stories and even IrishFest Atlanta. Inara’s been taking voice lessons. We practice. But one thing was missing…a band name.

I wanted a way to distinguish Inara’s shows, where she’s stepping into the spotlight as lead vocalist, from my solo performances. Most of the songs she sings are mine, but this project is something special—something that’s hers, too.

I really wanted some way to distinguish Inara’s shows, where she’s taking the vocal lead, from my own shows. Even tho most of the music she sings is my music.

We threw around band names. I think the most amusing were The Tardis Twins and Luke and Princess Slay-a. While they are fun, I don’t think they have longevity, especially since Inara’s musical interests are not just Celtic music.

Then, on the drive to Taekwondo last week, inspiration struck. Inara mentioned a play name she sometimes uses: “May Will Bloom.” I said, “that’d make a great band name.” Then the lightbulb went off! We sat on it a few days. Then we made it official.

Our new band name is MAY WILL BLOOM!

I love it because it’s full of hope and possibility. It’s not locked into one genre, Celtic, sci-fi, or otherwise. And it carries a touch of nature and renewal, which feels deeply meaningful us.

To celebrate, we’re launching the first May Will Bloom Album Pin this weekend at IrishFest Atlanta, paired with our debut single.

Come see us perform live this Saturday at noon at IrishFest Atlanta!

QUESTION OF THE DAY

POLL: Selcouth means, “when everything is stronge and different, yet you find it marvelous anyway.” The album features songs inspired by Firefly, Lord of the Rings, Kilts, and Cats with guest musicians Screeched Inn, Sam Gillogly, Jamie Haeuser, Mikey Mason and The Muckers.  What are your favorite songs on Selcouth?

My projects and upcoming events:

SHOW. MAY WILL BLOOM DEBUTS AT IRISHFEST ATLANTA. Inara and I have a show this Saturday at noon. The show is listed under my name. But Inara is taking the lead. Join us at IrishFest Atlanta.

PODCASTS. Quest & Chorus on Carnac and Fangorn - The episode final official Quest & Chorus episode is now available. That means you can also unlock a secret reward IF you have 6 of the 7 secret words. This gift is ONLY AVAILABLE here and it’s free IF you can unlock the code. Listen to Pub Songs & Stories.

NEW SONG ON PATREON. FOLLOW THE WILL-O-THE-WISP.  I am back to writing new music. The latest is inspired by a bike ride through the woods. But I gave it a twist. Listen as a Patreon.

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