Portsmouth, NH
A lot of interesting artists and musicians recorded at my studio in Nashville during its twenty years of operation, giving me ample opportunities to make a lot of mistakes and to learn how to avoid them. Some of their names are well-known, others’ should be. Here are some of the names I remember off the … Read more
Just back from two trips to Nashville in two weeks. First, a couple of days of producing (and playing acoustic guitar on) song demos for New Yorker Dave Stewart, a superlative song craftsman. Another opportunity to get together with my musician colleagues, Chris Leuzinger on electric guitar, Jamey Whiting on piano, Wayne Killius on drums, … Read more
“Thanks so much for your great work! I’m not so much talking about the finished product (terrific!), but the process- respectful, unhurried, caring, artistic- which infuses and is forever captured in the finished product.” Mary Beth Stone, regional coordinator Nashville Songwriters’ Assoc. Int’l. New York City “Thank you so very much…Besides your wonderful playing and … Read more
On my departure, some words from colleagues: “…you’re such an impeccable player, so insightful and full of spirit; and keeping the big picture in mind. I’ve always been honored that you’ve chosen me to play your sessions on so many occasions. The choices in this town are overwhelming and to have a knowledgeable player/producer as … Read more
Here are the questions: “I’m a country singer- do I have to have a Nashville band on my CD?” And, “I write songs that I think are good enough to be cut by a big name country artist- do my demos need Nashville musicians and singers? With few exceptions, the answer to both is an … Read more
Sometimes the producer’s job is really easy (don’t tell my client!). Producing a vocal session in Nashville last week with Wanya Morris of Boyz To Men was just such a moment. A consummate pro, Wanya’s been recording for a couple of decades now and basically self-produces. He knew what he wanted, knew when he had … Read more