Why Am I a Musician ?

Took all of this from face book yesterday  When my childhood friend Paulette Mann asked a very good question... Please read... it's long  but it may help you understand me and others you love... Thanks!

Jay Link shared Bryan Thomas's photo.

21 hours ago

This long quote -- attributed to David Ackert, LA Times -- has been floating around my news feed today, but I think it's interesting to note that Ackert himself confirmed that, even though he did write it, it was originally published in Backstage West fifteen years ago, not LA Times. But for those of you who haven't seen it, here ya go:

Paulette Mann Jay, share your largest magical moment doing your craft. Thanks.

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Jay Link WOW Paulette, good question.. so many magical moments.. let me think abut it & when I post it I will put your name so you can see.. Thank You! xo

Jay Link Well the first magical moment was in 1976 I was 21 years old working for the old TRIAD radio in Chicago and I got to go backstage & meet Ann & Nancy Wilson of Heart for the very first time. I was able to be right off stage left & near to a very young a feisty Ann Wilson When she opened her mouth and sang those hits we all knew so well on record.. my jaw dropped and her raw power and emotion overwhelmed me..I stood there stunned and speechless with tears in my eyes.. I was moved and touched by her magic voice that evening..I had been goofing around since I was 15 with some guitar lessons and a few voice lessons, but I swear to you Paulette Mann That night I knew I wanted t be a rock musician.. So yeah I owe a LOT to Ann Wilson .. Meeting them after the show was awesome of course but it was a blur.. The way Ann Handled that crowd of 20,000 plus in the Old Chicago Amphitheater just blew me away..

Jay Link Fast forward to 2011 Our CD release party at The Whisky in Hollywood.. I was sick with 103 fever and should have been taken to the emergency room but as you know in our Biz the show much go on.. It was a Tuesday night & we had a nice crowd of 150 plus people & so many came from all over the country to see me & Death and Taxes Live.. Now I had played sick before but this was brutal I was so weak and dizzy and I just prayed to God to let me somehow finish this 45 minute set.. Thank God the band was so well rehearsed Juraj Jarosciak and David Starkey were amazing and rock solid so was drummer Izzy So I got out there and by the grace of God I made it thru the show with my voice strong and intact.. When we sang our song I Can't Save You.. Most of the crowd of friends & familiar faces were singing along with each and every word it brought tears to my eyes what a magical and emotional moment to touch people with our gifts.. I have played in front of 20,000 people before but that night was just magical to me.. I hope some who attended enjoyed it as well.. Well Paulette Mann there you go TY 4 the awesome question xxoo

Paulette Mann I enjoyed your " magical" moment memory jay! Having known you since childhood, it has not surprised me you took your passion /art craft and struggled for it. I knew you loved and became glazed over when music or lyrics or both overcame you. I remember a lot Jay. When Janis Joplin died I was at your house and you went into a deep mourning as if she was your immediate family. Some did not " get " you jay, I just want to say , I did. As we approach our 60's, keep your dreams and aspirations alive " man from U.N.C.L.E .... Love from Honey West xo

Jay Link Now I may not have the Big House Fancy Car & Large Bank Account .. I had all that & lost it about 3 times already & many frown on me "wasting My Life" away but let me tell you to stand on that stage under those lights and being one with your entire audience is almost spiritual.. I wouldn't trade my life for anything and at 58 years old I am extremely Blessed and very very fortunate to still be doing what I still love... and I will keep on doing this as long as my friends fans & loved ones want me to.. I may NEVER be a rock star & I couldn't care less.. Music is my life and my love and they are gonna have to pry that microphone outta my cold dead hands.. Love you all!

Jay Link TY Dear Paulette.. your kinds words touched my heart Love you too xxoo

Help Death and Taxes fund their New CD!

Hey Kids, We need you help in funding our new CD.... The first was was super expensive almost $50,000 over 4 years  ( Whew!)  We need your help to keep plugging along! Even if you can do $5  ( One Star Bucks Mocha Latte   That would be a huge help...

TO all of our angels from before... I am working hard to make sure everyone becomes happy again.. If I let the music die... All of my hopes and dreams and your belief in me dies along with the music...

I have only gotten this far with you guys.... the help of friends and family...

I Promise you I will keep singing & writing recording and performing music until I take my last breath..

I know times are still very rough... I am struggling myself almost every day, but I believe you will love the new music.
If you are unable to help with a donation, please spread the word, the link & most important our music..
You never know who might hear it and everyone in this band can make a decent living..
That's what dreams are for..
We are long past the "Idea" of becoming "Rock Stars" Kids but we still have so much to say...

Because of all of you and your help.. I am still able to do what I love at 58 years old.
I am telling you there is no greater gift and blessing than that!

Love you all,

Jay

Here is the donation link... thank you so much for all your support!

http://www.gofundme.com/deathandtaxesmusic

I'm Doing a 7 Day Detox & Cleanse With VidaThin

Well Kids, Day One is in the books  I drank lots of water & 2  16 oz. bottles of Vida Thin  The New and amazing Detox Cleanse & Weight loss beverage..
As many of you know I have been fighting a battle with Morbid Obesity for many years now and I am so happy to have found Vida Thin. This type of regimen is drastic , yes but it is also healthy  My weight for the past few years has been hovering between 350-400 pounds and I am only 5' 9" tall.
Dangerous and very unhealthy because at 58 years old I am so sick of being so overweight.
Everyone tells you well, put the fork down and exercise..
Not easy for many of us compulsive eaters and food addicts..
When Dianna Toomey Founder of Vida Thin found me on twitter, it was a blessing.. She is a kind and wonderful lady who truly cares about people and their struggles with losing weight and eating healthy.
I know fasting is difficult for many, but if you are healthy enough to do this, you will find some amazing results.. you can lose up to 3 pounds a day on the beverage which supplies all of your dietary needs.

My main problem is I am addicted to greasy comfort foods you know, Pizza, Burgers Taco's  etc... All the crap food that is unhealthy for you.
I am using Vida Thin as a tool to get back on track to a healthy lifestyle when I can eat right, exercise and feel good about myself.
You can't imagine what a struggle and embarrassment is is for me as an entertainer to be so heavy..
My goal is getting down to 200 pounds in the next year or so...  Gonna need a lot of prayers and  love and support, but I know I can do this..
If you need help please go to
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Take Care everyone.. Wish me luck!   Jay Link

WOW! It's Been a Year and a Half since I posted on My Blog!!!

My My Kids, does time fly or what...?
Well lets' see New Updates will be here for 3 purposes...  to chat... To Promote The House of Madness Webcast and to keep working on losing weight.. ( My Never ending Struggle)
If you are bored out of your mind some evening , please read some of the older posts.. It give you a lot of info and insight on who I am, what I do and my struggles in life...
We are all friends here & we can discuss anything, but no slamming or cyber bullying of any kind allowed. ..OK?
Awesome....
New Webcast Updates and My Weight Loss Journey Coming Soon! I Promise!
Love you all ~

Jay