About Us

This is some history of the (a) surf band evolution.  It all started in San Bernardino, CA in the 1960's.  We were surfers and loved the music.  We decided to start a band.  It was called "The Grenadiers."  As time went on we all started to find our different paths in life.  After many years we started getting back together and jamming.  Eventually we needed a common place to hold some of these jam sessions.  I had started a music studio and was buying a lot of instruments and recording equipment, so we decided that my place in Littleton, CO would be a central location.  Since my studio was in the basement of my house, had limited lighting except for some unique laser lights and some other fun things, it sort of became the "dungeon."  I, being the recording engineer, become the "dungeonator."  That is sort of how all of this music stuff came together. 

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Since I was starting to write song lyrics, arrangements of songs and recording them, I decided to put my writing skill to work and start writing books.  I have two in progress: "Ten Things My Psychic Forgot to Tell Me" and "The Chronicles of a Common Man."

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This activity led into connecting with other authors and editing each other's books.  I had joined a book club and learned a lot about the world of writing and publishing.  I subsequently elected to "free lance" for some of this venue. My rates for a book review is very competitive.  

I am also interested in music history (artists, bands, etc).  I do a lot of research and am willing to do some research for you too.  Just give me a call, and tell me who, or what you want to know about; anything or anyone in that venue.  I can help.  My fee is very competitive there too.

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Currently I am a member of the Professional Writers Alliance (PWA) and the American Writers & Artists Institute (AWAI).

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I am available to assess/analyze your business operations  as a part-time consultant.  I have an MBA and a lot of experience with the Boeing Co. and United Launch Alliance in business/financial analysis.  I have also worked as a consultant for Syndetics Inc in D.C.  I am available for $ 75 - $130 per hour based on the "complexity" of your requirements.   I also teach stock market analysis.  $50 per hour for intermediate...and $75 per hour for advanced.

In-So-Far as music:  

You give me a subject...I will write the song lyrics for you;  three verses and one chorus line for $150.  I can do this in about two hours.  I have done this many times...I know how to do this with a lot of creativity.  I really do love to do this...and I really do not need the money.  I just enjoy the work!!   Let me give you my best shot!  You will like it! 

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I have written songs based upon the name of a "wine" to why "drummers" get a back---ground relevance in a band.  Your subject.?  My challenge. 

Send requests to:    boedink@aol.com    (my email). 

(Boeing Employee, Dual Income, Nice Kids)..

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If you are happy?  Pay me..If you are not happy?

We will discuss the song lyrics...OK?

Marve Papka

US Army Pilot  [Captain....retired]

(303) 795-8554 Home

(720) 936-9043 Cell / Text

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