Mind's Hideaway would like to extend our highest gratitude to all of our friends, family and fans for making 2007 a successful year.  Without all of our people, we would be hopeless (and sober).  That being said, here is a re-cap of some of the things we've done this year that we're proud of (there aren't many, but a few come to mind):

-The biggest accomplishment of 2007, by far, was the addition of our newest member of Mind's Hideaway, Mr. Joe Day (applause).  Not only has the Alaskan Native given the band a new, fresh, funky vibe playing keyboard, but his general music knowledge and expertise will continue to encourage and help the band progress in the future.  You can hear Joe's keys on various songs, including the fanbase favorite, "Invitation."  Joe also plays the trombone on one of Mind's Hideaway's newest songs, "No Reason."  And for those of you who haven't noticed, Joe can sing too!  If you're lucky, you may hear him sing a few covers here and there, as well as doing some back-up vocals to Graham & Heff.  Thank you, Joe, for joining the Hideaway.  Hopefully, you won't, and don't, regret it. 

-We officially released our 5th recording to date, the "Free Money" EP.  The EP consists of 5 songs: Epidemic, Lilya, Why Not, Free Money, and Carpet On The Wall.  The recording process took much longer than we anticipated, but it's finally finished, and we're pretty happy with the final result.  The cd is available now, and can be purchased at any of our upcoming shows, or by contacting anyone in the band.

-Mind's Hideaway has been playing other states!  Believe it or not, we're expanding our horizons beyond the Chicagoland area, as well as beyond the Illinois border.  We performed a show in Michigan for a private party back in September, then played at Augustana College in Rock Island, IL (it's almost in Iowa), and capped off the "tour" with a visit to Whitewater, Wisconsin, home of the UW-Whitewater Warhawks, in early November.  We've determined that there is nothing more fun than road-trippin' with the MH Caravan and Crew, but driving home hungover the day after a show can be brutal!  Kudos to all of you who tagged along and made the trips well worth it.

-Finally, Mind's Hideaway was interviewed live on college radio in Whitewater, Wisconsin.  Special thanks to 91.7 The Edge, WSUW-Whitewater for their help in arranging the interview, and then broadcasting live from Fat Jack's Roadhouse during our performance that very same night.  Cole Simmons, wherever you are, we owe you one.  Big Time.  Our band members also were able to record some breakers and promos for the station, so if you're ever 2 hours north of Chicago, tune in to 91.7 FM, on the low end of the dial.  Who knows, you may hear one of us on the air!  The interview will be up for everyone to hear shortly...but nothing beats hearing it for the first time, live over the air.

To sum it all up, we've had one hell of a year, and there is still plenty more chances to catch Mind's Hideaway on the road here in late 2007.  Once 2008 rolls around, we'll have plenty more shows and dates to perform between writing and recording some more songs.  We'll be in and out of the studio, but we'll of course continue to bring you your "fix" of live, loud, rock music.

Thanks again, and we'll see you all in the Hideaway.