Spring, Sprang, Sprung

Spring’s sprung and clocks jumped forward for the last time, happily.  It’s the time of year that I begin springing back to life again after the long winter’s nap.  The warmer temps and increasing daylight are always a tonic to clear away the winter cobwebs.

That said, I’ve been staying busy since the start of the new year writing and recording for myself and others.  I’ve spent more time doing sessions so far this year than the last three combined.  I had the opportunity to work with a brilliant r&b singing star yesterday named K. Michelle.  Her singing seriously impressed every one of us hardened criminals on the session and we all applauded K. at the end of it.  She has such a great presence and personality.  Google K. Michelle to find out more about her.  It was part of an on-going all-star project I’ve been playing on for legendary producer Brent Maher.  I don’t think it is my place to tip off what it is right now, but it will be released later this year and I’ll announce it then.

I’ve also been playing on an album being produced by my friend Rodney Crowell for Johnny Cash’s  grandson who sounds very Cash-like.  Not trying to make Cash soundalikes, simply recording great songs in our own way.

It’s been wonderful getting back in the studios again and catching up with so many musician pals who I’ve not seen since the beginning of the pandemic.  Being with them reminds me how fortunate I am to know so many talented folks and call them friends.  Those of us lucky enough to play on recording sessions consider ourselves a tight brotherhood.  Sadly, we lost legendary bass player Michael Rhodes about a month ago to pancreatic cancer.  A big loss to the recording community and to us all personally.

On a completely different note, I’ve switched platforms for my album sales: It should make no difference to anyone wanting to download or buy a CD but, as of today, when you purchase through my Store the sale will be completed via Bandcamp. Streaming continues on all the usual platforms.

All’s well on my side, I remain healthy, lucky and active and plan to stay that way.  I hope everyone’s sailing into a great springtime.  Fire up those barbecues.  I plan to this weekend.

Cheers,