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For those of you who are new to my site…..welcome. You should know something right off the bat…….that those who have come to this site before already know. This site has been in disrepair for quite a time……no gigging updates, sections “under construction”, etc.

The good news is that I’ve been able to get back inside the site. My upcoming shows are listed, my contact info is accurate and CDs/Downloads are still available. The even better news is that I’m building a whole new site in the coming month……..which should be up by summer.

The best news, though, is that I’m also finishing production on a new album of songs. I’ve wanted to make a “live” album for a long time. Many of you have requested an album that is more reflective of a live performance. So, I started with recording two shows at my home town gig (Tomorrow River Concerts, Amherst) in October…….and then we recorded a live show in February (McMillan Library, Wisconsin Rapids). We got eight keepers out of those shows…..so we recorded the last four at my house……live, but no audience.

These are twelve new songs…….with the exception of Box Elder, which was on my last recording (The Ox That Pulls the Cart). I had written that song only days before we recorded it, the last time…..so I was glad to take a “live” approach this time, with a few years of familiarity to it’s resonance.

This album will include the song written for my new TUNNEL 13, Petros guitar (Siskiyou Line). There will be more details on the song……..the history…..and a gallery of photos…..when the new site comes up. It is an amazing story……and an amazing guitar.

I had the help of some amazing musician compatriots with all three recording sessions. Their contribution truly made this process inspiring……and a hoot.

I look forward to acquainting, and reacquainting myself with your local, live music venues in the coming year (I’m booking now, so it’s a good time to contact me).