Evoking Life’s Mysteries With Renowned Songwriter & Poet Stephen Kalinich

In today’s episode I welcome Stephen Kalinich. Stephen is a renowned lyricist, songwriter and poet. Originally from New York, he found himself in the world of writing and music. His superb songwriting skills have led him to work very closely with famous singers. While under contract as an artist signed to the Beach Boys, Stephen co-wrote several songs released by the group including “All I Want to Do,” “Be Still,” “Little Bird,” and “A Time to Live in Dreams” with Dennis Wilson.  Stephen is also the lyricist and co-publisher for Brian Wilson’s duet with Paul McCartney “A Friend Like You.” He has collaborated with a number of recording artists, performers, musicians, and composers including P.F. Sloan, Art Munson, Randy Crawford, Mary Wilson of the Supremes ,Odyssey and Diana Ross to name a few. We talk about many deeply insightful subjects that most of us have contemplated throughout our life and touch upon the power of love and forgiveness and how important it is to firstly begin with our own reason for being. Stephen shares interesting details about his tremendous career which have gained a legendary status and yet he remains humble and centred, giving us a gentle reminder that no matter what we do in life, ultimately everything in the universe begins with us.