“Disconsolate Eyes” is a letter of concern addressed to the culture. Climate change, systemic racism, economic inequality, and other issues are at fever pitch in the face of our inaction. Layer over all of these the trauma we have all endured at some level with COVID. We all act as if we’re OK, when we are clearly not. Available in all streaming platforms and Bandcamp.
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Wired
Change is difficult – and we all have learn to to be patient with each others’ growth. “Wired” attempts to capture the challenges of making life changes spurred by “The Great Reassessment.” It is available in all streaming platforms and Bandcamp.
Leaving
In light of the pandemic and other societal traumas, many of us have made big life changes recently. It’s exciting, but inside of any transition is some level of regret about what we leave behind. This is what “Leaving” is about. It was my 1st new single in 10 years, a part of my ongoing project: Songs for Social Change. It is available in all streaming platforms and Bandcamp.
Re-Releases: Back Catalog
In preparation for releasing a series of new singles, “Songs for Social Change,” I re-released my entire back catalog in 2022. They are re-mastered versions of the original songs, with some new bonus demo tracks included too.
Songwriter Showcase Series: A Residency Hosted by Michael Boezi
I am hosting a residency at The Square Root in Roslindale. Local songwriters present their songs in a stripped-down, low-key format to focus on good songcraft and strong community – bringing people together in an intimate setting to break through boundaries and gain an understanding of one another. We put on 11 shows in 2022, and plan to keep it going in 2023.
Michael Boezi Live at The Jungle, 12/19/21
I’ll be playing at The Jungle for the first time, a fairly new club in Somerville. Instead of my recent solo format, I put together a small trio for this show.
Singer-Songwriter Showcase: Chris Wagner & Michael Boezi at The Square Root, 12/3/21
Join us for a focus on songwriting: Chris Wagner & I will be presenting our songs in a stripped-down, solo format at The Square Root in Roslindale on 12/3/21.
How to Build an Audience on Twitter
Twitter is still the best social network, somehow. Despite its well-documented problems, it still remains the best place to reach people you don’t already know.
Not for Everyone
I just completed a month of performing every Saturday in August, while still finding time to work on new songs, do some tracking for the band’s forthcoming record, and start work a new solo record. A brief look back, with gratitude.
Michael Boezi Live at JP Porchfest
JP Porchfest is one of my favorite events of the year, and I’m so glad it’s back. I’ll be playing two shows: Saturday 8/21/21 on Harris Ave and Saturday 8/28/21 on Wenham Street.