For the past two months, I’ve been planning and working on the Funhouse song and trying to come up with ideas for the video. I originally wanted to go to the Texas State Fair and film some funhouse footage there, but the fair is expensive and I never got around to making the trip.

The Autumn Equinox arrives with its perfect balance of light and dark, and I can feel that same balance trying to settle inside me. This year, the shift into fall isn’t just seasonal — it’s personal. It feels like a turning point in my own story, a moment where I finally see how far I’ve come and how much I’ve grown. For so long, I’ve pushed, hustled, created, rebuilt, and tried to prove my worth through output. But this season is asking me to shift. To stand in my own light

There are moments in every creative journey when doubt gets loud. I’ve felt it myself — that nagging thought that there are so many musicians who are “better,” so many writers who seem to have more talent, more training, more time. It’s easy to wonder where my voice fits in all of that.

My mantra is "Some Dreams Take Time", what I mean by that is I put my dreams on hold because I had responsibilities and needed regular work to pay the bills. My parents were supportive up to a point, they bought me musical instruments and music lessons, they even let my band rehearse in their garage, but that's where their support ended. My mother was very clear that she did not want me to pursue a career in music. You know the old saying about "starving artist" and she knew

The past few weeks have felt like a creative whirlwind, the good kind. Releasing “Call Your Bluff” wasn’t just about putting a song into the world; became the spark for a whole wave of projects, experiments, and moments that reminded me why I make music in the first place. The Release On August 19, 2026, my original song “Call Your Bluff” finally stepped out into the world, and the response has been energizing. Seeing people connect with the lyrics, the vibe, and the story be

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My song “Call Your Bluff" is a reflection on the tension between confidence and vulnerability. It explores the human tendency to hide behind charm and control, only to discover that authenticity is what truly connects us. The song begins with playful bravado - the thrill of being clever enough to fool others. But beneath that swagger lies insecurity, the fear of being seen for who you really are. When the lyrics warn “They’re gonna call your bluff,” it’s not just about expo

In 2024, I created a stage name Rich Way. It has a double meaning; it was simple and easy to remember. I soon realized something there are many “Rich Ways” out there, rappers, producers, even motivational speakers using the same name. It started to feel like I was part of crowd instead of standing out. When I published my song "Call Your Bluff", it ended up under another "Rich Way" page, it was a hassle to get my music separated, I ultimately decided to take the song down an

One small step for man, one giant leap of courage. Last night, it finally happened. On Monday night, July 20, 2026 (exactly 57 years after the first moonwalk) I stepped onto the stage at Truth Vinyl’s open mic night in Arlington, Texas, and did something I’ve dreamed about for decades. I performed my original songs live in front of an audience. I played three of my own songs: “Masterpiece,” “The One I Waited For,” and “Call Your Bluff.” The room held about 20–25 people. I was

This month is full of milestones - America’s 250th, Arlington’s 150th, and my own 60th birthday next week. All of it reminded me of something I used to do as a kid. Back then, when I wrote my address, I sometimes didn’t stop at the street or the city. I kept going, zooming out layer by layer, until I had placed myself in the entire universe. It looked like this: Ricky Kazyaka 3##### Kenneth Court Sterling Heights Michigan Zip Code 48077 United States North America Earth Sol

A follow‑up to Synchronicity - and the next step in the journey After writing about Synchronicity, that strange, powerful alignment of moments that seem to nudge us forward, I realized something: synchronicity doesn’t just show up in life. It shows up in creativity too. Especially in music. Over the past few weeks, I’ve been deep inside the demo for a new track called “Masterpiece.” And what’s wild is how much this song ties directly into the mindset shift I wrote about ear

It starts with our thoughts. It starts with our attitude. Our mindset is the lens we use to interpret everything around us. Two people can face the same situation and walk away with completely different experiences, not because the world changed, but because their thoughts did. When our attitude shifts, our outlook shifts. When our outlook shifts, our life shifts. The truth is simple: What we focus on expands.   If we focus on frustration, we find more of it. If we focus on p

Every season of creativity has its own rhythm and lately, mine has been shifting in a way that feels both grounded and electric. If you’ve been following along with The Power of Everyday Moments and Synchronicity? you already know I’ve been keenly aware of the small sparks that show up when life slows down just enough to notice them. Over the past few weeks, I’ve been deep in writing, refining, and shaping new material. Some of it is raw. Some of it is polished. All of it fee

Some of the best ideas don’t come from big events, they more often come from the small ones. A conversation with a stranger. A memory you haven’t visited in years. A moment of stillness that lets your mind wander. When you start treating everyday life as creative fuel, everything becomes inspiration.

I recently experienced a synchronicity - Last couple weeks I've been working on a new original song with a working title of "Puzzle Peace", writing and rewriting the lyrics & melody. When I went to my doctor's appointment yesterday, on the exam room walls, were these two pictures of scattered puzzle pieces. To me this is a strange & puzzling coincidence (pun intended), synchronistic, it's like a secret message from the Universe or sign to keep working on the song. What do y

Music was my first love, a melody that played in my heart long before life took me on a different journey, I embraced the challenges and joys of a full-time job and the rewarding experience of raising two wonderful children. Now, with a renewed spirit, I am ready to return to the dreams I once set aside. I am eager to write, produce, and share the music that has been patiently waiting within me, ready to fill the air with the stories and emotions I've held onto for so long.

This week, I made a long‑time dream a reality. After many years (4 decades actually) of imagining it, hoping for it, I finally brought home a baby grand piano of my own. A new chapter begins. The piano itself was actually free on Facebook Marketplace, part of an estate liquidation, but I had to cover the moving costs. It's a 103‑year‑old Premier baby grand, full of history, character, and the kind of craftsmanship you just don’t see anymore. Later this month, she’ll be tuned