"'Words are, of course, the most powerful drug used by mankind.' Rudyard Kipling"
Rambling the globe in search of a good metaphor, itinerant poet Chris Chandler's prose are most effectual when presented in tandem with a musical foil who can infuse poignant underscoring to the themes and vivid imagery Chandler offers. Chandler has found that foil several times in his career but perhaps none as fitting as guitarist/singer Paul Benoit who has graced the stages of High Sierra back in the day with Seattle based group Hanuman. Chandler delivers his story/songs like a cross between the most prolific Beat Generation poet, a Baptist preacher on a Sunday morning delivering a fiery sermon and a quick-witted comedian. You'd be hard-pressed to find a more engaging poet/storyteller on the planet, one who can challenge you on many levels one moment and make you laugh your ass off the next.