Tag: independent artist

• The Open Gate 

  

  Inspired by a timeless spiritual paradox, “The Open Gate” is a blues-folk story that suggests the most profound truth isn’t hidden away for the chosen few—it’s accessible to everyone. Using the ancient parable of a loving father saving his children from a burning house, the song explores the idea that the greatest wisdom doesn’t require…

  William Altig

  October 18, 2025

  music, Nichiren

  acoustic blues, Americana, Blues Music, Folk Music, Hopeful Music, Houston Songwriter, independent artist, inspirational music, new music, original song, Padmaprabha, parable, resonator guitar, Singer-Songwriter, Slide Guitar, spiritual song, storytelling song, universal truth, wisdom

• Clinging to the Flame

  

  “Clinging to the Flame” is a soulful blues-folk journey through darkness and resilience, illuminated by the enduring power of passion and hope. With raw, heartfelt vocals and fingerpicked guitar, this song explores the trials of a long journey, both physical and spiritual, and the unwavering commitment to one’s creative fire. Inspired by the imagery of…

  William Altig

  March 11, 2025

  music

  acoustic, Americana, Blues, Emotional, faith, Fingerpicking, Fire, Folk, Guitar, Heartfelt, hexagram 30, hope, I Ching, independent artist, Inspiration, introspection, journey, new music, original song, Passion, poetry, raw vocals, resilience, roots music, Singer-Songwriter, Spiritual, Storytelling, writing