Mannie created this instrumental for his niece's sixth birthday. Just three months prior, Dido told her family that she loved to sing and wants to pursue a career in music. Overjoyed, Mannie began a weekly performance workshop with Dido. Dido's Grandmother, Karen Rivers, elected to sing background vocals for this song. When Dido heard the song, she screamed "Wow!" and bursts into giddy laughter. We're very proud to present this to the world.more

Does it matter if it’s Georgia? Maybe it’s a place you arrive by chance and never see again. Maybe it’s a midnight rave or just a euphoric beginning. Either way, when you arrive --if you arrive--every breath feels like the first breath.more

Take a moment for yourself right now to relax. Slowly straighten your back, rise your chin, and soften your muscles. Pay light attention to the exhale of your breath. Focus on a point about six away from you and steady your gaze. Breathe. Relax. Exhale. more