I just returned from Sarasota where I was filming my last scene for the indie film, “Beautiful Noise”. The director opted last minute to add a song I wrote for the movie called, “One More Song in Me”. I started writing it about 8 months ago and it never seemed to feel complete; I kept re-writing. It wasn’t until I had a chance to work and act with (and learn from) the very talented Danielle White – and participate in the story with the other actors – that I was able to get the song to a place where I can say it’s finally finished. In the story, “One More Song in Me” is originated by the character of Noah (played by Jay White) and his, simply said: love/hate relationship with his music…and where it took him. My character relates but hasn’t grown as cynical “yet”.

I also did some voice over stuff, a few pick up scenes and a final scene performing a song I wrote with Doug Frasure and Jesse Frasure, called “Relax”.

So honestly, just between you and me (ha!)…it’s REALLY hard to let go of control. Watching myself on camera after the fact is tough and I can completely understand now why some performers don’t watch their own films. Once it’s done – it’s done and the edits are in the hands of others. My ideas of what I want to look and sound like, how I hoped I would act and how it actually comes off, don’t always jive. On Facebook, web-sites, etc., photos can be “un-tagged” and deleted. There’s a lot of control over the “face” the world gets to see.

I think a lot of us have looked at a picture or video of ourselves and thought, “Do I really look like that?” DELETE.

SO… this is NOT all about me(!!) but about a story, that focuses on two other characters…and hopefully, I was able to participate in a way that helped effectively serve and tell that story AND – hopefully, the writer/director got what he needed from me. When I do let go of control (’cause face it: I don’t have any at this point) I can really enjoy the process. It’s been one of the most fun, educational, frustrating and challenging things I’ve ever done and I wouldn’t trade it for anything.

Thanks so much for checking in!!

You’re all invited to celebrate New Years Eve with me on The Tennessee Riverboat cruise out of Knoxville, Tennessee. The evening is sponsored by 106.1FM “The River” Radio Station and it’s going to be an awesome way to ring in 2011.

The TN Riverboat will be serving dinner as well! Please visit their web-site, www.tnriverboat.com, to line up required reservations for the evening and other details. We will be boarding at 9PM!!

Hi Everyone, Here is the link to purchase my newest songs. Thanks so much for your continued support! Looking forward to seeing you at a show soon! Kimber

I’m performing for the kick-off party at THE FLYWAY FILM FESTIVAL in Stockholm and Pepin, Wisconsin. The documentary BEYOND THE MYTH: A Film About Pit Bulls And Breed Discrimination which features my song, “Strong For You”, has been selected to screen on October 23rd (which is National Pit Bull Awareness Day; how cool is that)!? The 2010 Flyway Film Festival is screening over 35 feature films and shorts, representing 7 countries. They received over 400 submissions from filmmakers around the world. Congratulations to filmmaker, Libby Sherrill!!

Coincidentally, Wisconsin is also the home of McPherson Guitars ( www.mcphersonguitars.com ). I recently got a new McPherson guitar – which makes me sound like a better guitar player!! Looking forward to visiting with these wonderful people too and raving about how much I’m loving it…

I got to play at the Miami and Knoxville screenings of BEYOND THE MYTH but missed San Francisco – so it’s awesome I can be there for this event and hope to get to as many as possible. To keep up with news about BEYOND THE MYTH, visit their facebook page or go to www.beyondthemythmovie.com  where you can purchase “Strong For You” to support this film! 

Thanks For Stopping By!!