Thoughts & Essays

Personal reflections, essays, and long-form writing on music, creativity, life, and the quiet moments in between. This is where I slow down, think out loud, and share what I’ve learned along the way.

Thoughts & Essays

Little cowboy

J.P. Kallio / January 14, 2014

When I was about three or four years old I had a very unique opportunity. I got to travel to […]

Music, Thoughts & Essays

Not just another Christmas song

J.P. Kallio / January 10, 2014

All we need in the middle of January is another Christmas song. Just when you thought it was over, the

Music, Thoughts & Essays

New Year, New songs

J.P. Kallio / January 4, 2014

An idea started to grow in my head in the later part of 2013 . My mind works overtime on a

Thoughts & Essays, Under Burgundy Skies

Short holiday message

J.P. Kallio / December 21, 2013

It’s the time of the year again when everything stops for a few days and we try to spend some

Thoughts & Essays

New website

J.P. Kallio / December 11, 2013

So first of all, I’ll explain the purpose and the reason behind this website and blog. As some of