crafted a blend of classic and experimental arrangements with superb alto men Steve Wilson and Jaleel Shaw helming the horns. I ran into Miguel walking home through the park later last night on my way back from enjoying a pot of succulent steamed mussels provancal at one of my favorite bistro haunts. I gave him a shout out and a round of applause and he playfully bowed back to me in appreciation! Funny, I never had these kind of nights when I was living on the Upper West Side...
Anyway, I've been getting lots of pertinent questions from you all and I thank you for that, so here's the update: After we hit Eureeka, California next weekend for the Blues By The Bay Festival, we're taking time to focus on writing and recording our next studio CD for Ruf Records, which will be due out next Spring. We will be playing some choice shows this Fall in upstate NY, Norway, Germany and The Netherlands. Then, I'm back home to the USA just in nick of time to cast my presidential vote! :-)
As for the acoustic CD "Broken Down" - it's done - however the head of our label wants us to hold on the release for the sake of strategy and since he's footing the bill for my music, I have to listen! (Those of you who are entitled to a a signed advanced copy I have not forgotten you!)
The live show we shot in NYC last May is being produced and edited and we will likely hold off on releasing that until next year, as well. Delayed gratification, people!
BUT, of course I'll be posting teasers of all the above so stay tuned.
Lastly, please be sure to keep spreading the word and telling us where you want us to come and play for you. It's ALL about word of mouth for us out there and we can't survive without all of you and your beautiful mouths!
Hope you're all enjoying the summer. Thanks, as always, for the support!
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