Like so many I have been affected, albeit long distance, by all that has happened in the wake of hurricane Katrina. Looking to do my part in assisting those people whose lives have been disrupted, I have made donations to a few charities. I invite you to help do more by purchasing music. You do not have to buy an entire album, although it would be great if you did. If you purchase even one song, that will help. If you have a PC or an iPod, I ask that you purchase at least one of three songs: 1) New Orleans (from Map of the Americas) 2) After an Apocalypse (from Body Politic). One of the lines is, “And waves had wiped out all the costal towns.” 3) Angels Watch Over (from Passion, Poison, & Politik), which was written in response to 9/11/2001. When anyone purchases any of these tunes via iTunes or any other service over the next few weeks, I’ll send the proceeds to a charity that is helping victims. (I have a few charities in mind, but if you have a suggestion, please let me know.) Similarly, whenever anyone buys any of my CDs from CD Baby or any other source during the next few weeks, I’ll make a donation to a charity involved in the relief effort. Thank you very much!