by Dan Yessian | Nov 25, 2025 | Interviews
I’m very saddened to report that my good friend Simon Javizian has recently passed. Simon was a corner stone of the Armenian community. Not only was he a funeral director for many years but he was also a great musician. When Simon decided to retire from the band he...
by Dan Yessian | Nov 20, 2025 | Music
With Thanksgiving around the corner, I wanted to take a look back at some of the music I’ve written for Detroit’s Thanksgiving Parade. I’m thankful to have worked with amazing artists such as Lisa Fischer, Maurissa Rose, Cassaundra Fitch, Thornetta Davis, Bobby...
by Dan Yessian | Nov 11, 2025 | Music
On this and every Veterans Day, we pause to honor the dedication and sacrifice of all who have served our country. As a tribute, we would like to share an original song titled “Ring Around The Moon,” written by Dan Yessian and David Barrett. We thank every veteran for...
by Dan Yessian | Nov 5, 2025 | Music
We’re so flattered by the overwhelming response to “A Strange Kind Of Beauty”…now with over 60k streams on Facebook! Check out some other great music featuring Kenny Watson here! Don’t forget to like and share “A Strange Kind Of Beauty” on your favorite social...
by Dan Yessian | Oct 29, 2025 | Business of Music
In my 50+ years of working in the music business, I’ve had lots of ups and downs…but if there’s anything I can impart upon anyone facing adversity, it would be this: You have to persevere and find a way. Failure is never the end of the world, and if I had a nickel for...
