Battling Depression still

Hey all,
As I mentioned on Facebook and Twitter, I've been told the Cyrus family and Rock Mafia family has become like heroin for me.  I have been instructed to take a break, which is difficult, I hate not listening to "Achy Breaky Heart," "Can't Be Tamed," "The Climb," and "Party" whenever I want.  What's worse, as I think during this break about it, I can only think how addicts can never develop a healthy relationship with their drugs, they must quit them outright and NEVER use them or go near them again.  If this has been my relationship with Miley, Demi, Billy Ray, Brandi and the others, it means I can never listen to their music again, which hurts.  Sure, The Beatles and Lynyrd Skynyrd service great music, but it pains me to not listen to all the music I like, as well as have to think of a future where I can't film a documentary about what Faith, Religion and Jesus mean to Miley Cyrus, Brandi Cyrus, Demi Lovato, Selena Gomez and AnnaSophia Robb.  I can only see me becoming a clerk in some local shop, and I don't want to sit on the sidelines as awesome films like the Transformers trilogy and the Avengers universe saga get made.  I also don't want to make films without the possibility of meeting people who've inspired me.  So, I keep thinking while I work and volunteer, wondering of a way out.

Battling Depression

First off I feel I should mention my Mario Sports Mix teams: Mario, Bowser, Daisy.  Daisy, Peach, White Mage.

Now that that's been said, I want to mention that my life has become pretty busy.  Between the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation and looking for work, dealing with my current job at Little Caesar's, my volunteer hours at the Bellingham Railway Museum and the assorted related stuff, I get worn out very easily.  Beyond that, my anxiety kicked back up again, I spent the Trading Deadline dreading that Mariners fans would see the last of Ichiro.  With that fear passed, the anxiety and depression has zoomed towards my dreams.  My dreams, my goals have been detailed many times here, but in case you're new, I'll write it again.

201X-I move to Los Angeles, befriend Miley Cyrus, Brandi Cyrus, Codi Caraco, Demi Lovato, AnnaSophia Robb and Selena Gomez and make a documentary about them and their Spiritual lives.  For one night, Miley, Demi, Brandi, Codi and Selena make a band and perform at least the following songs, with Miley, Demi and Brandi on guitars and vocals, Codi on keyboards and vocals, Selena on drums: 

1.)    I Love Rock and Roll

2.)    Praise You in this Storm

3.)    U Got Nothing On Me

4.)    While My Guitar Gently Weeps

5.)    I Want You (She’s So Heavy)

6.)    Jesus Freak

7.)    Party

8.)    Can’t Be Tamed

9.)    Back and Forth 

10.) When I Look At You 

11.) The Climb 

Many songs from Miley, Demi, Selena, Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Beatles, Led Zeppelin and Nirvana have also been considered by me, but it's ultimately up to them.  However, I am not immune to the news, and worry the magic Disney Channel starlet trio would break-up, or that Miley would wreck her voice.  Sadly, one of the worries has come true.  In the process of maturing, Miley has gone from beloved, to despised due to wearing skimpy outfits or experimenting in drugs (I am not endorsing drug use, anything that will kill you, quickly or slowly, isn't something I'd choose to take). Anyway, it doesn't effect the documentary, since I plan to release it directly on Youtube and not worry about corporate bigwigs trying to push an agenda (most left-wings would try to reduce the number of Christians and increase the number of Buddhists and atheists, which isn't my message (moderate/Liberal Christianity), FOX would demand Sarah Palin's presence and say gay people are evil, also not my message).  However, that does put the second part of my goals at risk.

202X-With our friendship, we visit Nintendo and obtain the rights to do a Mario Trilogy, based on the following video games:

-Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars

-Super Paper Mario

-Super Smash Bros. Brawl (with the casts of Brawl, Melee and SSB4 (and Jill Valentine!)

However, as more people are saying "she's just a slutty druggie whore" and I dig in my heels, knowing Miley would voice a good Peach, Tippi and Mimi (and maybe other roles), I fear that my bold ideas are doomed to the same as most video game movies, Box Office Failure.  If the first film fails at the box office, there is no chance for a sequel, unless there's only one and it's direct to video.  My story works best as a trilogy, but I'm still scared.  Any connections to Miley, Brandy, Demi and Selena would be appreciated, as would any encouraging words.

My Top 10 Musicians/Bands

Hi, all.  This is kind of in response to Rolling Stone's "100 Best Artists" magazine.  I haven't listened to quite a few of them, namely because I'm not big on hip-hop, so I thought I'd try my own, deciding it'd be easier to just do ten.  Without further ado, my top 10 musicians/bands.
1-The Beatles
Composed of the four most talented people in music, The Beatles must be listened to.  Every album in their discography has hits, and I recommend everyone should have the albums "1," "Abbey Road," "Revolver," "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band," The White Album, The Blue Album and "Anthology 2."  No artist has ever covered such a wide variety of styles, and so mellifluously, too.  You get sad, intense, psychedelic and revolutionary songs with John, fun love songs, and a wide variety of pop with Paul, Eastern philosophy from George, and your friendly uncle with Ringo.  Without The Beatles, none of these other artists would exist.
2-Billy Ray Cyrus/Brother Clyde
While he is regarded as a one-hit wonder, Billy Ray Cyrus is one of the most sensitive men in music.  Blending Country music and Rock music with a style unheard since Ronnie Van Zant, Billy Ray brings intense passion to his recordings.  He is a man with strong convictions, who will also produce good songs to dance to and sing along with.  Brother Clyde is Billy Ray Cyrus producing music in a similar vein to Led Zeppelin, Nirvana and Lynyrd Skynyrd, which really shows how upset he is that sometimes things just don't make sense anymore.  I recommend his albums "Some Gave All," "Storm in the Heartland," "Trail of Tears," "Shot Full of Love," "The Other Side," "Wanna Be Your Joe," "Home At Last," "Back to Tennessee," "Brother Clyde," "I'm American," "The Best of Billy Ray Cyrus: Cover to Cover," "Achy Breaky Heart; 18 Essential Classics," "20^th Century Masters; Best of Billy Ray Cyrus: The Millennium Collection," He's also one of my favorite actors.
3-Miley Cyrus
The daughter of the above, Miley Ray Cyrus is a fun-loving, compassionate teenager who cares deeply for her family and friends (including lovers) and also likes to just relax.  Her music has varied from heartbreak to love to seeking independence.  One of the things I really like about her is that she's a Christian who is friendly with people from other Religions, a John Lennon fan, and a proud supporter of homosexuals.  She's one of the few people in the music industry who seems to be a true person, someone who seems genuine.  Recommended Discography is Disneymania 4 & 5, Hannah Montana 2: Meet Miley Cyrus, Breakout, Hannah Montana; the Movie (which I forgot first time through), The Time of Our Lives and Can't Be Tamed.
4-Lynyrd Skynyrd
A Southern Rock Band famous for its three-guitar lineup and songs "Sweet Home Alabama" and "Free Bird," Lynyrd Skynyrd was the first successful blend of country, rock and hard rock.  With excellent guitar work, the band shows off impeccable talent.  Ronnie Van Zant, the lead singer, also has a lot of heart, singing songs about the joys of a simple life, like "All I Can Do is Write About It."  I highly recommend "Lynyrd Skynyrd Gold" as a way to get started, then the albums "Gimme Back My Bullets (Deluxe Edition)," "One More From the Road (Deluxe Edition)," and "Street Survivors (Deluxe Edition)." 
5-Demi Lovato
One of Miley Cyrus' best friends, Demi Lovato is a very passionate singer, one who puts all of herself into her songs.  Her loud music in her early days easily reflected an independent, free-spirited girl, in fact, I always place "Party" right before Miley's "Can't Be Tamed" in playlists.  Her music is very enjoyable, and her latest song, "Skyscraper," shows a level of maturity few artists her age have ever reached.  Recommend "Don't Forget," "Here We Go Again," and "Skyscraper (Single)."
6-Casting Crowns
A Gospel Band that uses rock-type music to express their message, Casting Crowns really speak to me through bringing their message to the reality of everyday life.  They have great passion for God and are definitely worth listening to.  Recommended albums are "Casting Crowns," "Lifesong," "Until the Whole World Hears," and "Peace On Earth."
7-Addison Road
Another Gospel band, they sound just like Miley and Demi with their pop sound.  I've only heard one album, but I love it, especially "Won't Let Me Go" and "Don't Wait."  I recommending their "Stories" album.
8-Frank and Derol
An indie pop band formed by Brandi Cyrus and Codi Caraco, they present a very soothing sound that is easy to love.  They haven't released anything, but I recommend their song "Back and Forth."
9-Paramore
An alternative rock band, Paramore has a very passionate force in the form of lead singer Hayley Williams.  She is close to Brandi Cyrus, and also has many great songs.  I recommend "Riot!" "The Final Riot," and "Brand New Eyes (Deluxe Edition)."
10-1964 the Tribute
A Beatles Tribute band, they specialize in songs from 1963-1966.  This includes "Please Please Me," "With the Beatles," "Beatles for Sale," "Help," "Rubber Soul" and "Revolver."  They expertly imitate John, Paul, George and Ringo, especially their George portrayer, and are great at playing Beatles songs.  Someday, I hope to see them live.  Recommend their CDs "All You Need Is Live," "Bootleg #1" and "1964 the Tribute."

The Crowners (my made-up supergroup) goals and hopes to do if/when it becomes reality

Pop Christianity:

A documentary that interviews Miley Cyrus, Demi Lovato, Brandi Cyrus and Codi Carraco about their Faith and the role it plays in their lives.  It also includes interviews with Jenny and Ryan Simmons and the other members of Addison Road, as well as Billy Ray Cyrus and AnnaSophia Robb if possible.  The following questions are the ones that will be asked.

1.)    When did you decide to become a Christian?

2.)    How much a role does Faith play in your life and career?

3.)    (For Miley) Does “Anyone who does not love does not know God, because God is love.” Play a role in your “Radiate Love” philosophy?

4.)    Was there a time when it seemed like doubts piled up and you couldn’t get out?  What did you do about it/how did you get out?

5.)    (For Miley) Is it hard when the right wing radicals who claim to represent God are calling you evil?  What do you do?

6.)    Does your Church Background play a role in your interest in music?

7.)    Are there any career decisions you’ve had to pray on?

8.)    (For AnnaSophia and Miley) Are there movie roles you chose to take because of your Faith?  Are there roles you chose to avoid for the same reason?

9.)    What’s your favorite Gospel/Contemporary Christian song?

10.) What do you do for Lent?  Do you keep the ashes on your forehead or scrub them off?

11.) Do either you or your denomination recognize Santa Lucia day?  Do you know the song?

  It ends with a big concert featuring the supergroup, The Crowners, consisting of Miley Cyrus on guitars and vocals, Demi Lovato on guitars and vocals, Brandi Cyrus on guitars and vocals, Jon Wasleske on bass guitar and Codi Carraco on keyboards and vocals, with a currently-unknown drummer.  Addison Road may also perform if they so desire.  The setlist for The Crowners is as such:

1.)    I Love Rock and Roll (Miley on lead vocals)

2.)    Praise You in this Storm (Miley and Demi on lead vocals)

3.)    U Got Nothin On Me (Demi on lead vocals)

4.)    While My Guitar Gently Weeps (Miley on lead vocals)

5.)    I Want You (She’s So Heavy) (Miley on lead vocals)

6.)    Jesus Freak (Miley and Demi on lead vocals)

7.)    Party (Demi on lead vocals)

8.)    Can’t Be Tamed (Miley on lead vocals)

9.)    Back and Forth (Codi on lead vocals)

10.) When I Look At You (Miley on lead vocals)

11.) The Climb (Miley on lead vocals)

They may also perform any song they wish, such as “Every Rose Has Its Thorn,” “Smells Like Teen Spirit,” “Rock and Roll,” “Free Bird,” “La La Land,” and any song ever written that they’ve every liked since the beginning of time.  Addison Road songs to consider are “Won’t Let Me Go” and “Don’t Wait.”

50 year rooftop anniversary:

Filmed entirely in January 2019, this would be a Fly On The Wall type of documentary in which The Crowners, or at least Miley and Demi, would rehearse, practice and ultimately perform several Beatles songs for the fiftieth anniversary of the famous rooftop concert.  It would be performed on the roof of a building between three to seven stories in length, and the recordings from the top would ultimately be sold as a new Crowners album, which would have the following tracklist:

1.)    Get Back

2.)    Don’t Let Me Down

3.)    Dig a Pony

4.)    I’ve Got a Feeling

5.)    One After 909

6.)    I Me Mine

7.)    I Want You (She’s So Heavy)

8.)    Don’t Let Me Down

9.)    Get Back

All songs would be lead-sung by me, Daniel J. Short.

Mario trilogy:

The Crowners would contribute an instrumental track for the fight scene between a giant Bowser, a giant Peach and the Axem Robo Megazord.  They would also do the backing for Selena Gomez’s cover of “We Need A Hero” for the battle between the heroes and the Axem Rangers.  We Need A Hero is a song from the original Power Rangers series.  In the second film, they’d contribute the ending songs, a re-recording of “Bigger Than Us” and a slow ballad afterwards, possibly a release of Billy Ray Cyrus’ cover of “You’ve Got a Friend” instead of a new song.  In the third movie, a song like “I Learned From You” would be played during the Mario revival scene, the original duet version may be used instead, I don’t know.

Ending May

So, I had a good birthday and birthday party last week.  I also thought you guys should know I redownloaded the Budokan tracks, finding the right blend.  We'll see how long those MP3s last though, they're fun, but not as fun as the legit stuff or the CD of the full rooftop concert.  I also deleted the story in which I "saved the character," the memories were too disturbing.  Also, on Twitter, I got a response from Frank and Derol!  Awesome for me, I actually had a communication with someone who personally knows the Cyrus Family, or one of their members, Brandi Cyrus!  I'm really hoping this will be a sign of things to come, still hoping for the 3-guitar band, now with this setlist.

1.)    I Love Rock and Roll

2.)    Praise You in this Storm

3.)    U Got Nothing On Me

4.)    While My Guitar Gently Weeps

5.)    I Want You (She’s So Heavy)

6.)    Jesus Freak

7.)    Party

8.)    Can’t Be Tamed

9.)    Back and Forth

10.) When I Look At You

11.) The Climb (may be medley with Achy Breaky Heart)

Remember to RADIATE LOVE, all, that's one of Miley's favorite things that I agree with!

Update

Hey guys.
Well, I've got a little anxiety still, Men of Faith on Facebook likes to link to that guy who believes that homosexuality is something to repent or die with.  I'd quit them, but they're pretty great otherwise.  Beyond that, Miley's older sister Brandi kind of shook me up by saying "don't let anyone fool you, every single person in the music business industry is only out for themselves."  Which to me says, the supergroup of Miley, Demi, Brandi and Hayley is unlikely (though Twitter and interviews show them to be pretty much the best of friends), but I really want to see it, even if it means flying to Los Angeles with very little money.  I'd like you guys to pray for my dreams and the Japanese, since God is Almighty and gave me this heart for these things.
The Mariners took Opening Day in Oakland, which makes me happy.  I'm really looking forward to seeing these two teams lock horns in three weeks with my Dad's family.  Hopefully, the Mariners will keep performing this well (knock on wood).  I've got a record six games to see this year, with the M's playing the A's, Phillies, Marlins, Padres, Rangers and Rays.  I'm so excited for it!

Personnel for the new recordings.

Continuing from Yesterday, Here's how I see the personnel for the new songs.

Piano, keyboard, vocals-Codi Carraco

Gibson ES-335 guitar, Gibson Les Paul guitar, Gibson Firebird guitar, Gibson SG guitar, vocals-Brandi Cyrus

Gibson Les Paul guitar, Epiphone Casino guitar, piano, vocals-Miley Cyrus

Gibson SG guitar, Gibson Les Paul guitar, Fender Telecaster guitar, Fender Stratocaster guitar, piano, vocals-Demi Lovato

Gibson Dove Acoustic guitar, vocals-Billy Ray Cyrus

Gibson EB-0 Bass, Fender Precision Bass-Jon Wasleske

Drums, vocals-Hayley Williams

I also made this picture in MS Paint.

I would love it if had the money to fly to LA, go to the Reality LA Church (where Brandi Cyrus attends worship) and through that make this documentary, but real life rarely works that way, plus I'm strapped for cash.

A happier post

Okay guys, trying to get out of the gutter with some music.  Basically, I'm releasing some ideas for my documentary, which I asked help for earlier.
How it could break down;

-Opening, introduces documentary crew.  Song: Awesome God, Rich Mullins, time; 5 mins.

-Going to the Reality LA Church, seeking the cast.  Song: Born Again, Newsboys, time; 7 mins.

-Interviewing Brandi and Miley.  Songs: Forgiveness and Love, Joan Jett Medley, Miley Cyrus. Time; 15 mins.

-Transition showing MRC playing Beatles Rock Band with Demi, Brandi and Hayley playing Yahtzee.  Songs, live Rock and Roll Music/She’s A Woman (Beatles fans, buy Anthology 2 NOW), Day Tripper, And Your Bird Can Sing, Yellow Submarine, I Feel Fine, Dig a Pony, The Beatles.  Time, 7 mins.

-Interviewing Hayley and Demi, inter-spliced with previous.  Songs, Hallelujah, That’s What You Get, Paramore.  Time, 15 mins.

-Transition to BRC and interview.  Song, Stand Still, Give My Heart to You, Billy Ray Cyrus.  Time, 15 mins.

-Interview with Carrie Underwood, Emily Osment and AnnaSophia Robb.  Songs, Jesus Take the Wheel, Carrie Underwood, You Get Me Through, Emily Osment.  Time, 15 mins.

-Further interview with MRC, Demi and Brandi, show band rehearsal, making the band for this.  Song, When I Look At You, Miley Cyrus.  Time, 7 mins.

-Highlights from Charity Concert.  Song, When I Look At You, Miley Cyrus, Lie to Me, Billy Ray Cyrus, Spotlight, Miley Cyrus, GNO, Miley Cyrus, Jesus Freak, Miley Cyrus and Demi Lovato, Party, Demi Lovato, Can’t Be Tamed, Miley Cyrus, Achy Breaky Heart, Billy Ray Cyrus, The Climb, Miley Cyrus.  Time, 33 mins.

Total time, 2 hours.

Soundtrack Track Listing:

Disc 1

1.) Awesome God, Rich Mullins

2.) Born Again, Newsboys

3.) Forgiveness and Love, Miley Cyrus

4.) Joan Jett Medley (I Love Rock and Roll, Cherry Bomb, Bad Reputation) [Live], Miley Cyrus

5.) Rock and Roll Music [Live at the Budokan June 30th, 1966], The Beatles

6.) She's A Woman [Live at the Budokan June 30th, 1966], The Beatles

7.) Day Tripper, The Beatles

8.) And Your Bird Can Sing, The Beatles

9.) I Feel Fine, The Beatles

10.) Yellow Submarine, The Beatles

11.) Dig A Pony, The Beatles

12.) That's What You Get, Paramore

13.) Hallelujah, Paramore

14.) Give My Heart To You, Billy Ray Cyrus

15.) Stand Still, Billy Ray Cyrus

16.) Jesus Take the Wheel, Carrie Underwood

17.) You Get Me Through, Emily Osment

18.) When I Look At You (Rehearsal for concert), Miley Cyrus

Disc 2 (Concert for TWLOHA, order may change) 

1.)    Here We Go Again (Demi Lovato)

4.)    Praise You in this storm (Casting Crowns cover, Miley, Brandi and Hayley) 

5.)    These Four Walls (Miley Cyrus) 

6.)    Lie to me (Billy Ray Cyrus) 

7.)    U Got Nothing on Me (Demi Lovato) 

8.)    Spotlight (Miley Cyrus) 

9.)    GNO (Miley Cyrus)

2.)    We are Broken (Hayley Williams) 

3.)    When I Look At You (Miley Cyrus)

10.) Back and Forth (Frank and Derol) 

11.) While My Guitar Gently Weeps (Beatles cover, Miley) 

12.) Ready Set Don’t Go (BRC and MRC) 

13.) I Want You (She’s So Heavy) (Beatles cover, Demi and Miley) 

14.) Jesus Freak (DC Talk cover, sung by Miley and Demi) 

15.) Party  (Demi Lovato) 

16.) Can’t Be Tamed (Miley Cyrus) 

17.) Face of God (Billy Ray Cyrus) 

18.) Achy Breaky Heart (Billy Ray Cyrus)

19.) The Climb (Miley Cyrus)

Disc 3, Rehearsed covers

1.) I Love Rock and Roll, Miley Cyrus

1.) Working for MCA, Miley and Billy Ray Cyrus

3.) I Ain't the One, Miley and Billy Ray Cyrus

4.) Gimme Back My Bullets, Miley and Billy Ray Cyrus

5.) I Got the Same old Blues, Miley and Billy Ray Cyrus

6.) Double Trouble, Miley Cyrus, Demi Lovato, Brandi Cyrus and Billy Ray Cyrus

7.) That Smell, Miley Cyrus, Demi Lovato, Brandi Cyrus and Billy Ray Cyrus

8.) Simple Man, Miley and Billy Ray Cyrus

9.) Free Bird, Miley and Billy Ray Cyrus

Just seeking some outlet and releasing some data.  Any information or urges for Good luck are encouraged.  It is also hoped that Miley and Billy Ray's relationship will last through their distance (BRC has moved back to Tennessee, MRC is still in California, but might visit her father).