Howdy folks . . . yes, yes, it's been a while. So much going on in our Lonesome little world, badly need to catch you up . . .

Well, for starters, the record is buzzing along nicely, and we've decided to mix a few of the new tunes ahead of the big release and share them with you here at MySpace. That process is happening as we speak, so it shouldn't be but a few weeks now that you'll get to hear what the stuff is sounding like. Simply put, we're super excited with the way things are going and think you'll dig what you hear.

Ahead of that, we've decided to share a live cut from earlier this year . . . Summer Friend Live from The Loft . . . this duet version features Philly on acoustic guitar and vocal and MD on electric . . . it was taken from a performance opening for Rubella Graves, who had a private CD Release show hosted by MD at The Loft . . . MZ recorded it, mixed it and gave it a touch of polish. It's here for you now, Summer Friend, to listen to and download. Share your thoughts after listening.

Thanks to everybody who came out to the Airplay Cafe show on June 26 with James Sasser. What a great vibe in the room that evening. For the record, we performed as a full band with a bit of a stripped down, quieter approach, appropriate for the room and the crowd, which was full of kids (many our own).

We'll be amping up for our two gigs in August . . . Saturday, Aug. 1 Duff's Garage and Saturday, Aug. 22 at Ash Street Saloon . . . we'll be bringing the rock on those occasions . . . join us, won't you?

The Lonesomes will keep you better informed as we wrap up the summer and head toward fall. But not so fast, let's enjoy these warm months together, Summer Friend.

Peace/The Lonesomes