First, let me assure you that Monsieur Lazerbeak is safe and making sounds: he’s on a music-writing retreat with a certain Mr. Ryan Olson. As you might imagine, Beak’s got a lot of work to do before the Twinz arrive—sort of a bucket list for expecting parents. So, kids, I’m afraid you’re stuck with me: the substitute teacher who shows … Read More
T minus 1.
Dessa here, borrowing the blog (and the baby) for a quick update. I’m writing from the airport, en route to Boston for a storytelling conference (no idea what that is, will report back when it’s over), so I’ll keep it brief. We’re boarding in five minutes and I’m blogging for four and a half. Last night, I spent a few … Read More
Dessa at SXSW 2013
Watch this space for details on Dessa performances at SXSW 2013! We’ll add more shows as they are announced. March 15 — First Avenue, The Majestic, eTix Day Party @ Holy Mountain March 15 — Official SXSW Showcase @ Hangar Lounge March 16 — Copycats Media Day Party @ Blind Pig Pub
Castor, The Twin release concert
On Friday night, I performed at the Fitzgerald Theater in Saint Paul. It was the biggest production of my career. Thank you to every musician, technician, and attendee. Zoe Prinds-Flash photographed the concert.
Dessa on the East Coast
I’m writing from a Chicago sunroom (thanks for putting us up, Anna) with some pretty big news for me and the band. In a few short weeks, we’ll be heading out on our very first East Coast headlining tour. Just a little trip, but feeling like a pretty big adventure. Here goes. Thursday, November 10th. Iota in Arlington. Friday, November 11th. … Read More
Castor, The Twin.
Today’s the big day! The official Castor, The Twin release date is upon us. Hyperbole! It’s like a secular Christmas for which you must buy your own gifts. Preorders are arriving and the record is now available online and at record stores. And, as always, Doomtree has a master plan. But–as always–this plan is woefully simple. Here it is: Convince … Read More
One Last Push.
The pre-order for my new disc, Castor, The Twin is drawing to a close, so the The Kid Ander and I made a little video to more fully explain the project. Thanks to everyone who’s spent a bit of their lunch money with us. [vimeo]http://www.vimeo.com/29359566[/vimeo] If you’d like to pick up a signed pre-order copy, you can still do so here. … Read More
Tuesdays with Dessa.
Well helloooo there! This is Dessa writing to bid you a very Good Morning! Okay, first things first: Lazerbeak is just fine. He is safe and he is comfortable and he is breathing easily through the tape. And now I am here. To hijack his blog. Welcome to Tuesdays with Lazerbeak Dessa. Today I am announcing the details of my … Read More
The careful historians among you may know better, but it is my honest belief that this is the first guest blog to be featured on the Doomtree site. Aby Wolf, my partner in crime, is joining the Into The Spin tour tonight to play this evening’s San Francisco show (at Bottom of the Hill) and tomorrow’s gig in LA (at … Read More
Truth and Letters.
Calling Young Writers. I’m proud to announce that I’ll be facilitating an intensive, three-day workshop at the Loft Literary Center. From June 15-17, I’ll be working with teen writers to develop their works of creative non-fiction. If you’d like to participate, you can download the application form here. Space is pretty limited; writers will be admitted based on the quality … Read More