Just wanted to make everyone aware that recording of the new album has quietly and officially begun. With Ben Shive acting as maestro, I feel as though I’m in very good and capable hands. He’s a funny guy and is very encouraging in his thoughts on the songs, so I’m glad for his company and direction. Though there is no album title or set release date, I am aiming for a late fall 2008 release. It would be a good thing indeed to get the record out before Christmas. No promises, but a boy sure can dream.

By “going viral” and “blogging it out”, I will attempt to log this, the recording events in all their glory & humanity, as we go along and as the process shapes up (or ships out). I’d be thrilled if you checked in from time to time, asked any pressing questions you might have, comment, yawn on screen, whatever suits your fancy. I’m here and am glad you’re still tuned in. The Middle of the Storm.