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13:56 - Artists Who Are 50 And Older... Make It Happen Now
25:13 - Why I Don't Put Expectations On My Film Career
43:15 - This Advice From David Lynch Helped Me Write My First Screenplay

Christopher Matthew Spencer is a dynamic filmmaker with a diverse background, bringing a wealth of experience to the world of cinema. A U.S. Navy veteran and accomplished businessman, Spencer turned his focus to the entertainment industry, quickly making a mark as an actor, writer, and director. Trained at the prestigious Brian Cutler Actors Studio, he has secured roles in notable television series and commercials, while also contributing to voiceover and industrial projects.

His film directorial debut, "The Red Market", showcases his ability to weave compelling narratives, further establishing his place in the industry. Spencer's work in the horror genre, particularly his role in Anthony DiBlasi's "Malum", has been recognized by The New York Times, highlighting his versatility and dedication to his craft.

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This Advice Helped Me Write My First Screenplay - Christopher Matthew Spencer

Hard Roads & Heartlines is a warm, heartfelt collection of songs about strength, heartbreak, and the quiet moments in between.
Blending pop rock, soft rock, singer-songwriter storytelling, and a gentle touch of country, the EP follows the ups and downs of love and the lessons learned along the way.

From resilience and charm to reflection and acceptance, each track reveals a different side of the journey — the miles we walk, the truths we face, and the memories we carry home.
Emotional yet easy-going, this EP captures the feeling of moving forward with a steady heart.

Lyrics:

I’ve walked some roads I won’t repeat
Left heavier prints on lighter feet
Some memories fade, some still remain
A quiet ache, a little rain

Every mile left its mark on me
But I’ve learned what I’m meant to be

These scars, these miles, these roads I’ve known
They’re what I carry home
The hurt, the hope, the seeds I’ve sown
They’re what I carry home
Not every truth is carved in stone
But what I keep is what I’ve grown
Yeah, all I’ve lost and all I’ve known
That’s what I carry home

There were nights I doubted where to steer
And days I wished I wasn’t here
But somehow light still breaks the dark
And gives an old heart one more spark

I’m not the same as I was then
But I’m proud of who I’ve been

These scars, these miles, these roads I’ve known
They’re what I carry home
The hurt, the hope, the seeds I’ve sown
They’re what I carry home
Not every truth is carved in stone
But what I keep is what I’ve grown
Yeah, all I’ve lost and all I’ve known
That’s what I carry home

These scars, these miles, these roads I’ve known
They’re what I carry home
The hurt, the hope, the seeds I’ve sown
They’re what I carry home
I’m moving on, but not alone
With everything that’s made me grown
Yeah, every mile carved in my bones
That’s what I carry home

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What I Carry Home

Hard Roads & Heartlines is a warm, heartfelt collection of songs about strength, heartbreak, and the quiet moments in between.
Blending pop rock, soft rock, singer-songwriter storytelling, and a gentle touch of country, the EP follows the ups and downs of love and the lessons learned along the way.

From resilience and charm to reflection and acceptance, each track reveals a different side of the journey — the miles we walk, the truths we face, and the memories we carry home.
Emotional yet easy-going, this EP captures the feeling of moving forward with a steady heart.

Lyrics:

You caught my eye from across the room
Soft little smile like you knew what to do
You ain’t subtle, girl, I see your cue
And yeah, I’m lookin’ right back at you

I ain’t the kind to rush in blind
But you’re drawin’ me in with every line

Girl, I know that smile ain’t just friendly
You look at me like you already meant me
I ain’t the type that treats hearts careless
I’ll steal your breath, but I’ll handle you fearless
You want a man who can take his time
Lucky for you — that’s exactly my kind

You walk my way like you’re sure I’ll stay
And hell, you’re right — I ain’t lookin’ away
Your eyes say “come on,” your steps say “try”
You’re trouble wrapped in a sweet goodbye

I don’t brag much, don’t talk too loud
But I know my way around a heart that’s proud

Girl, I know that smile ain’t just friendly
You look at me like you already meant me
I ain’t the type that treats hearts careless
I’ll steal your breath, but I’ll handle you fearless
You want a man who can take his time
Lucky for you — that’s exactly my kind

Girl, I know that smile ain’t just friendly
You pull me in like you’re tryin’ to tempt me
I ain’t the type that treats hearts careless
I’ll earn your trust, and I’ll handle you fearless
You want a man who can read the signs
Lucky for you — you just found mine

Handle You Fearless

Welcome to CALL IT GREEN, the podcast for anyone thinking about moving to LA for music, hustling in the creative scene, or trying to understand what it actually feels like to start “green” in a city full of seasoned artists.
In Episode 1, Victoria & TK share the REAL journey behind the LA dream. No glamorizing, no sugar-coating. Just the lessons, the mistakes, and the wild moments that shaped our journey.
We talk about:
🌴 Meeting an artist we admired… and getting ignored
💸 A vocal coach trying to scam $800 upfront
😵‍💫 The harsh reality of “living in LA = crushing it or getting crushed”
🎤 Why talent gets you in the room, but character keeps you there
🤫 The unspoken LA rule: people working with big names don’t brag
👥 Building real relationships vs. being used
💚 How we met online, trusted each other, and made LA look GOOD
🌆 The hardest part of starting over — finding your people
🔥 And whether you actually need to live in LA to succeed in music
This episode is honest, messy, inspiring, and painfully relatable for anyone chasing a dream in a big city. Whether you're already in LA or thinking about taking the leap - this one's for you.

EP1 Moving to LA for Music? Listen to this First

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“Queen of the Fallen Stars” — dark-folk, gothic, triumphant.
A hymn for those who rebuilt themselves from the ruin up. It follows a woman forged in ash and shadow, rising not in spite of her scars but because of them — turning every wound into a constellation, every break into a crown. At its heart, it’s a victory song for the quietly indestructible: the ones who learn to shine through the fire instead of after it.

━━━ ✦ LYRICS ✦ ━━━

Midnight cloister frost on stone
Name half lost in wind and smoke
Candles gutter choir bones
Ravens wheel in sable cloaks
She threads the ash with iron thread
Graveyard snow in scarlet bars
Break me, try—she lifts her head
Every crack invites the stars

Mirror black—she meets the night
Glass won't own me
I burn bright

Queen of the fallen stars
Black crown bright heart lit scars
Strike turns to sacred spark
She walks the iron dark
What tried to make her break
Melted, became her make
Queen of the fallen stars
Storm born she bears the marks

Paper lovers—wax and wane
Perfumed vows fade into mist
Matchsticks and warriors clouded in rain
One last orbit funeral kiss
She inks a vow in midnight gold
Letter by letter steady hand
I'll be the house my younger soul
Hunted for wind and land

Bless the doors that would not turn
Carve a window—let it burn

Queen of the fallen stars
Black crown bright heart lit scars
Strike turns to sacred spark
She walks the iron dark
What tried to make her break
Melted, became her make
Queen of the fallen stars
Storm born she bears the marks

Kintsugi heart — golden seams
Starlight heaven into weeds
Loss is a lamp if you lift it true
I learn to lay the boards
Through shifting drifts
Three times dreams — and you answer

Queen of the fallen stars
Wear fire like armor worn
Pain is a tutor not a throne
We’ll rise to align with good
No one tries to match you
One turn to watch her mime
Queen of the fallen stars

Black crown bright heart lit scars
Strike turns to sacred spark
She walks the iron dark
What tried to make her break
Melted, became her make
Queen of the fallen stars

Black crown bright heart lit scars

Queen of The Fallen Stars ✦

Feel It to Heal It (2025 Demo)

“Immer Weiter” is a warm, quietly powerful reminder that life never stops moving — and neither do we. It’s a reflection on getting lost, getting back up, and finding light again, even when the path feels unclear. With gentle optimism, it celebrates the small victories, the lessons learned along the way, and the simple truth that every new day offers another chance to stand tall. It’s a song for anyone who’s stumbled, learned, and kept going — carried by hope, grit, and the belief that everything returns in its own time.

„Immer Weiter“ ist eine warme, kraftvolle Erinnerung daran, dass das Leben nie stillsteht — und wir auch nicht. Es erzählt vom Sich-Verlaufen, vom Wiederaufstehen und vom Wiederfinden des Lichts, selbst wenn der Weg verschwommen wirkt. Mit leiser Zuversicht feiert es die kleinen Siege, die gelernten Lektionen und die einfache Wahrheit, dass jeder neue Tag eine neue Chance bietet. Ein Song für alle, die gestolpert sind, daraus gelernt haben und weitergehen — getragen von Hoffnung, Stärke und dem Vertrauen, dass alles irgendwann zu uns zurückkehrt.

Immer weiter

Hab mich schon oft verlaufen
Aber irgendwie ging’s trotzdem weiter
Vorwiegend heiter
Immer weiter

Die Sonne fragt nicht, ob du heute Bock hast
Sie geht einfach auf
Scheiß drauf
Die Sonne geht wieder auf

Auch für dich

Weiter, weiter
Das Leben geht immer weiter
Höhen und Tiefen, klar
Kopf hoch und weiter
Denn alles kommt zurück
Früher oder später
Auch das Glück

Jeder neue Tag ist wie ein Song
Den du noch nicht kennst
Wenn du ihn nicht verpennst

Auch kaputte Schuhe bringen dich ans Ziel
So viel hab ich gelernt
Und bist du auch noch weit davon entfernt
So viel hab ich gelernt

Weiter, immer weiter
Das Leben geht weiter
Höhen und Tiefen, na klar
Kopf hoch, weiter
Alles kommt zurück
Irgendwann
Auch dein Glück

Hab so viel gesehen, so viel verloren
Auf meinem Weg
Dieser Song ist der Beleg
Doch ich steh wieder auf
Steh immer wieder auf

Denn

Es geht weiter, immer weiter
Höhen und Tiefen, keine Frage
Und trotzdem bin ich in der Lage
Ich krieg das hin
Weil ich ein Kämpfer bin

Ich fall – und steh halt wieder auf
Jeder stolpert doch ab und zu
Aber da bist ja immer noch du

Du


Immer weiter

A melancholic pop ballad with a slow tempo and a minor key. The song features a female vocalist with a clear, emotive voice, singing in a mid-range. The instrumentation includes a piano playing arpeggiated chords, a subtle string section providing atmospheric pads, and a soft, reverbed drum beat with a focus on the kick and snare. The bass provides a deep, resonant foundation. The song structure follows a typical verse-chorus pattern with a bridge and outro. The melody is lyrical and expressive, with a focus on sustained notes and gentle vocal runs. Production elements include a spacious mix with significant reverb on the vocals and drums, creating a dreamy and introspective atmosphere. The overall dynamic range is relatively narrow, maintaining a consistent emotional tone throughout.

Life's Lessons - Deep House Session

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Piers is joined by mathematician and university lecturer Dr Ian Storey to discuss how lessons from business school on understanding risk can provide useful life lessons. Ian explains how fear of losing prevents many people from making a good bet and how success depends on a degree of risk. But risk is everywhere - from investing in equities to fixed income from bank deposits.

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🖤 Wild.Era is a creative project devoted to musical experimentation by AI-augmented art. Blending elements of heavy metal, symphonic, and dark gothic rock with folk traditions, Americana dust, soul, blues, and classical-acoustic textures, the project reshapes genres that rarely share the same emotional space.

Its mission is to pioneer a new frontier where human feeling remains central and AI acts as an instrument that expands expression rather than replaces it, proving that modern tools can amplify authenticity instead of diluting it.

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I’m John AI Smith — producer, songwriter, and sonic architect. My music explores what it means to feel in a digital age, where every track is a meeting point between intuition and algorithm.

🎧 The Algorithm of Emotion — that’s my compass, and the heart of everything I make.

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Every track = 12–20 collaborators → rigorously curated → released exclusively here
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NEW MUSIC FOR A NEW EARTH
Cossfade songs are unlike anything else out there. Captivating melodies accompanied by meaningful lyrics that appeal to music enthusiasts of all ages and tastes. Listen once, and become a fan forever. 
Crossfade is a unique expression of rock roots and blues fusion wrapped in engaging modern arrangements. Forging a new genre of spiritually-infused music -- nontraditional, soulfully inspired, but definitely not new age or religious. 
The music of Crossfade will tickle your spirit and transport you to other realms. You must experience it to truly understand! 
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