Thirsty Pen Music is the publishing and creative entity formed by LA producer and lyricist Ed Francis.  Ed’s songs spring from the story, whether in his life or from others he meets along the way. As a result, his growing catalog is an adventure fit for a variety of settings, an evocative set of songs primarily in pop and pop folk genres while shifting into country and more to best serve each one.   

Ed’s songs are wrapped in emotion and charm, including two of his favorites — “Her Heart's Wrapped In Style” written after a chance meeting with a stunning, down-to-earth wine taster and “Horizontal Fantasy” about a dreamlife escape to a beach paradise. 

His collaborators thanked him with "A great lyricist with amazing vision! We had so much fun making this song come to life with Ed." 

Collaborating with talent in LA and around the world, Ed brings all his songs to life and directs the process. He recorded his first country song “A Guitar And A Smile On My Face” with a renowned Nashville studio team.   

But it’s his song “The Voice In The Choir” that reveals most about the artist and his love of music. Ed wrote this about the beautiful, strong voice belonging to the home town church choir director. Luckily, she (his mom) played organ and piano at church as well as at home, where the family could sing along.      

Originally from Massachusetts, Ed now creates from his home studio in Santa Ynez, CA following over 20 years in Los Angeles.  He says it’s the experiences of his lifetime and a variety of careers — from directing a science center to telecom manager, competitor analyst, actor and wine educator — that make him the songwriter he is today.   

Ed’s music is influenced by both contemporary music and favorites over the years, including such legends as James Taylor, Joni Mitchell,  Creedence Clearwater Revival and The Doors.   

Check out Ed’s music here or on Disco.ac pages linked below.