Hey there,
OK, it's Friday, day before the big CD Release Show. I've been printing reserved seating signs, CD's for $15 signs, and getting ready to put together the mailing list form to print. I've been on the radio twice this week, first live with John Carney on KMOX 1120am with my friend and co-heart, saxophonist Jim Stevens. We had a great time and John is always alot of fun. The other show played Thursday morning with Smash on KLOU 103.3fm. I had the guys (John Coatney, John Mondin, Curt Sharkey, Pete Ruthenburg and Jim Stevens) as well as myself do (as requested by Smash himself!) the first tune off of my "It's Your Life" CD, "Get Up". It couldn't have sounded better, kudos to the band and to the magic of KLOU and Smash! Had a very nice chat with Matt Rodrigues for the online Post Dispatch. He seemed very nice...although, somehow I have a daughter.... which my three sons find endlessly funny....ha ha.... The say any press is good press, right? No real harm done, and I do appreciate the coverage! Had a great meeting with Sandy Rotrammel about food requirements for tomorrow's show. We both agreed that it should be healthy, while being "comfort food". A great combination of well-being and real good fuel should help to ensure what is already shaping up to be the makings of a wonderful night of music. I couldn't be happier with the band and their willingness to help me present this material. They are not only learning chord changes and arrangements for these songs, but learning background vocals to boot! Practically everyone sings, and is capable of being a lead vocalist in his own right, so I'm honored to have such a capable group of singers as a bonus. I have always loved harmony vocals, and to be able to portray that love, not only on the CD, but live as well, is such a treat. I spend most of the rehearsal time we have grinning like a kid. I can't wait for you all to hear these guys. We've had a little extra polishing time since our last B.B.'s Tuesday night gig, and the results are stunning!
So.... going over to the Stagger Inn tonight to sit in with the guys and do another hit of the tunes in front of an unsuspecting audience. If you're lucky enough to read this and make the effort, you'll get a treat to a preview of some of the show tomorrow night. Don't forget....
The Chapel, 6238 Alexander, St. Louis, MO 63105
$10 admission. All ages welcome.
Attendees will receive two complimentary drinks...your choice of wine or beer, water or soft drinks, (how about that for style!)
www.chapel-venue.com for more information and directions.

See you tomorrow night (if you know what's good for you!)
I guarantee a wonderful time. And you have the additional bonus of Kevin Bilchik and Joe Meyer to get things warmed up.
Such a deal!
R. Scott