Criminal Minds, "My Side of the Story" the Song Everyone is Talking About

If you weren't already a fan of Hodges prior to the episode of Criminal Minds called Demonology, perhaps you are now. When the show ended, I was pleasantly surprised that this popular show had decided to showcase this talented artist. The show ended with the soulful tune named, My Side of the Story. Incidentally, My Side of the Story is the title track on his soon to be released album.

The minute Criminal Minds ended, I knew I had to add this song to my ever growing collection. It was as if Hodges had written about a moment in my life. I had to have that song and I had to have it now. I rushed to my computer. Frantically, I searched various search engines in vain as I hoped to find a place where I could purchase this song. Imagine my incredible disappointment when I couldn't find the song for buy anywhere. You know things are bad when you can't find it on iTunes. Well, that's the bad news. But don't despair, I didn't give up. As a result, I have good news too. At least for now, this lyrical ballad, My Side of the Story can be heard on http://www.myspace.com/hodges. Unfortunately, Hodges only has one song that can be purchased; as expected it can be found at iTunes. That is the song is called, Blink of an Eye. It is a reflection on a past relationship.

It has been some time since the music industry has produced a singer/song writer with this kind of talent for writing ballads. His ballads range from mellow to having a rock edge. Because of his unique ability to speak to the human experience, the audience is able to feel emotions through the songs that he weaves. You can tell his lyrics come from personal experience or the experiences of someone he is/was close to. This masterful musician appeals to fans from high school an twenties set and upwards. If you want to see a demonstration of Hodges musicianship prior to shelling out money for concert tickets, turn your eyes to U Tube.

If you want to learn more about the man behind these songs, his background, which incidentally is fascinating, go to http://www.myspace.com/hodges. Hodges grew up in the state of Texas but recently moved to California. According to Hodges, "(his) influences are really the artists who know how to take the universal themes of songwriting and make them their own." He certainly has been able to do this and more. Of course, it is a great place for fans to hear full length previews of some of the songs that will be on his album. The best part about this site is you can play the songs there as often as you wish. The names of the songs, that are available on the site that I haven't mentioned previously are, Show Me How It Feels, American, The Way to Infinity, and Call me at 323-271-0004. Listening to the songs this way isn't as good as buying the CD, but it will have to do until it becomes available. At this point the album is scheduled to come out sometime this summer. It would be the perfect album to take to the beach for fun in the sun. He is one rising star to watch; it certainly won't hurt this fellow's career that not only is he a great singer but he is easy on the eyes. Hodges plans a summer tour as well. Cross your fingers and maybe you'll be lucky enough to have a concert come your way. According to Hodges, "(his) influences are really the artists who know how to take the universal themes of songwriting and make them their own." He certainly has been able to do this and more. Be sure to look for this Hodges when he comes your way on tour. Well, until then at least you'll now be able to listen to some of his music.