Lori Carson is a critically acclaimed singer-songwriter and author whose music has earned praise from NPR, WNYC, and critics worldwide. This archive brings together her personal blog entries from this period — intimate reflections on music, creativity, daily life, and the inner world of an artist. Carson writes with the same directness and emotional honesty that defines her music: spare, lyrical, and deeply felt. Browse the posts below to follow her thoughts and experiences during this time.
Ok, that’s enough of that. Third day of temperatures over 90 degrees in New York City. I’m inside with the air conditioning blasting, cats and dog sleeping. Working on songs started with my group at the Housing Works workshop. My … Continue reading
It’s one of those “everything is broken” days and I’m sorry to the fan who thinks my perspective is depressing. I agree with you. The construction noise is getting to me today. It’s so damn loud and muggy out there. … Continue reading
Lori Carson's blog has always been an extension of her artistic practice — a place where songs begin, where ideas are tested, and where the boundary between music and writing dissolves. Each entry offers a glimpse into the creative life of one of independent music's most distinctive voices. Her albums include Shelter, Where It Goes, Everything I Touch Runs Wild, and Another Year. Her debut novel, The Original 1982, was published by William Morrow (HarperCollins).