We’re All In This Together

Honestly… 

Do you care about the “new” Guns n Roses record?

I don’t. 

You know who does? Their core fanbase.  I’m not sure exactly who, or where they are, but there’s probably a lot of them.  And they can’t wait to hear it.  And Axl Rose will go on tour and be able to continue to do whatever he is doing, whenever he is not looking like the villan from Cyborg. 

I like a couple of GnR songs, but I’m not a huge fan.  So what.  They don’t need me.  I’m pretty sure “Appetite” is still selling. They have their niche and the people that live there. Good for them. 

I too, have tried to carve a niche. It’s not as big of a chunk as they’ve got, obviously, but its mine…no its OURS. That is the only way I have been able to do this, and it is the only way I will be able to continue doing it.  I am an indie guy, but I’m dependent on you.

So let me know where you want me to play, what you want to hear from me, what you want to know, etc. You’re the boss. 

There are millions of songs out there.  Here’s to being a little louder…with your help.

All in this together, man.

Last night I saw a final cut screening of Call and Response. I’ve written about this movie before. You need to see it. It’s coming to theaters in October. My response was to write a song - Sell My Sister, which you’ll be able to hear soon.

My new pfriends at Digital Freedom put me in touch with Breakthru Radio yesterday. We were going to try and do an interview last night, but I was at the Call and Response screening. So DJ Latola and I spoke this morning at 7:30. Early, yes… but I’m really glad I had the opportunity to chat with him. We talked about digital rights, the state of the music industry, DIY methods, some of my favorite live shows of all time and the mystery of melody. Check it out. Should be up later today, I think. BTR and Digital Freedom are advocates of believers in music. Support them.

Tonight, we play our second show as a three piece at The Rock and Roll Hotel. I’ve never played there, but this will be a cool introduction. Some great DC bands are playing - Justin Jones and The Driving Rain, Olivia and The Housemates and Meredith Bragg.

Come on out, if you’re around.  I’m playing slide on Give All now, with the new band arrangement.  We’re doing a cover that I think you’ll enjoy as well.