Message from Professor 50s
I have been honored with an invitation to write something for this compilation of area guitarists. My intention here is not to review or critique, but express my feelings about the idea and it's worthiness. First you must dismiss from your mind the thought that this is out for a quick buck, or is exploiting the musicians. Local independent productions, and especially various-artists collections, have a proven track record of not being profitable. I've worked on a couple myself (does anyone remember the Independent Music Network?) I know! I also know why I, they, chose to fly in the face of this reality: a great respect for the talents represented and real love of music
It also bears mentioning here (and anywhere else we can) that a part of the proceeds will be donated to a music scholarship fund in honor of the Hurd Brothers, Forrest and Doug, who fronted a great and popular blues/rock power trio until they died in an auto accident on their way from a gig in the spring of 2003. They are missed.
But what about this particular collection? There are a few tracks by familiar people that take a surprising turn in direction from their usual band settings; Bruce Camden opens with a lyrically satirical, but brilliantly orchestrated country piece; Grant Morgan and Zacc Harris venture into some funky jazz; while Ivas John, Robbie Stokes and Nathan George deliver tasty smooth jazz of their own; blues from Robert Russell and Majnun (featuring Bill Carter and Din Dayemi on guitar) -- plus the Hurd Brothers themselves, and folk tunes by Randy Auxier and Billie Bowden. Some of the artists I am not familiar with, but are certainly worth a listen. Other bands that I have seen and dug, but previously had none of their recordings: i.e. Hurd Brothers and Caravan. All in all quite a variety.
Music lovers, get behind this! Thanks Dave.
HARRY KLEIN/Professor 50's
It also bears mentioning here (and anywhere else we can) that a part of the proceeds will be donated to a music scholarship fund in honor of the Hurd Brothers, Forrest and Doug, who fronted a great and popular blues/rock power trio until they died in an auto accident on their way from a gig in the spring of 2003. They are missed.
But what about this particular collection? There are a few tracks by familiar people that take a surprising turn in direction from their usual band settings; Bruce Camden opens with a lyrically satirical, but brilliantly orchestrated country piece; Grant Morgan and Zacc Harris venture into some funky jazz; while Ivas John, Robbie Stokes and Nathan George deliver tasty smooth jazz of their own; blues from Robert Russell and Majnun (featuring Bill Carter and Din Dayemi on guitar) -- plus the Hurd Brothers themselves, and folk tunes by Randy Auxier and Billie Bowden. Some of the artists I am not familiar with, but are certainly worth a listen. Other bands that I have seen and dug, but previously had none of their recordings: i.e. Hurd Brothers and Caravan. All in all quite a variety.
Music lovers, get behind this! Thanks Dave.
HARRY KLEIN/Professor 50's
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