FINE'
It's done , it's in the bag , complete , finished , mastered , ready for mass consumption !
CD en route to Chicago where the folks at Bloodshot will be putting on their white-scientist suits to dissect , study , scrutinize , analyze and figure out a way to best mass produce and mass market their latest invention ! I'm just glad that it's out of my hands and that I can't be held responsible for any harm it may cause to the larger population !
Artwork will also be handed over to them shortly , I'm putting the final touches on a cover design that features my father's artwork .
Spent the weekend driving pop stars around , Backstreet Boys , Lifehouse , Pussycat Dolls as well as Chris Brown and others , unfortunately I can not discuss the nature of my time spent with the said royalty , at least not here but that does not mean that if you were to approach me with a free drink at a "shady" bar that I couldn't reveal a couple of "interesting" stories .
Both solo shows last week were memorable , especially the Townes Van Zandt night , what great performances from everyone , it was an honor to share the stage with so many talented people , I wish it could be a monthly engagement .
The Dusty 45's show , auction and fundraiser in Ellensburg a couple of weeks back was another highlight of the year , we're proud to have helped raise over $5,000 to go towards the medical expenses of a victim of a "random act of senseless violence"
An autographed Screaming Trees record fetched $475.00 !! Sometimes us musicians wonder if there's any purpose in what we do ,I realize that music can help people through their day and even keep people like myself interested in life through it's beauty but it's nice when playing music can contribute to something so helpful and "tangible" .
This Saturday I'll be playing drums with John Ramberg's new band at the Sunset in Ballard , Ramberg is a great song writer reminding me of Nick Lowe , Costello , Paul Weller and occasionally of artists like T.Rex , Badfinger and early Jeff Lynn/ELO/Move etc .. Great Stuff ! Should have recorded for Stiff !!
Just watched a really great documentary about Joe Meek that the BBC produced , what an interesting but troubled talent THAT man was !! I've been wanting to buy the box set but have not had a chance , Fisk played me several cuts while working on the new record , his production definitely stands up to the test of time , still has an edge that is difficult to replicate ... Although we all try and try again !
Morning Rotation : Elvis Costello , Nick Lowe , Charlie Parker (with strings , my fav) Night Train To Nashville Vol.2(Comp) Judee Sill , John Rauhouse .
Off to buy more art supplies ....
Mark
CD en route to Chicago where the folks at Bloodshot will be putting on their white-scientist suits to dissect , study , scrutinize , analyze and figure out a way to best mass produce and mass market their latest invention ! I'm just glad that it's out of my hands and that I can't be held responsible for any harm it may cause to the larger population !
Artwork will also be handed over to them shortly , I'm putting the final touches on a cover design that features my father's artwork .
Spent the weekend driving pop stars around , Backstreet Boys , Lifehouse , Pussycat Dolls as well as Chris Brown and others , unfortunately I can not discuss the nature of my time spent with the said royalty , at least not here but that does not mean that if you were to approach me with a free drink at a "shady" bar that I couldn't reveal a couple of "interesting" stories .
Both solo shows last week were memorable , especially the Townes Van Zandt night , what great performances from everyone , it was an honor to share the stage with so many talented people , I wish it could be a monthly engagement .
The Dusty 45's show , auction and fundraiser in Ellensburg a couple of weeks back was another highlight of the year , we're proud to have helped raise over $5,000 to go towards the medical expenses of a victim of a "random act of senseless violence"
An autographed Screaming Trees record fetched $475.00 !! Sometimes us musicians wonder if there's any purpose in what we do ,I realize that music can help people through their day and even keep people like myself interested in life through it's beauty but it's nice when playing music can contribute to something so helpful and "tangible" .
This Saturday I'll be playing drums with John Ramberg's new band at the Sunset in Ballard , Ramberg is a great song writer reminding me of Nick Lowe , Costello , Paul Weller and occasionally of artists like T.Rex , Badfinger and early Jeff Lynn/ELO/Move etc .. Great Stuff ! Should have recorded for Stiff !!
Just watched a really great documentary about Joe Meek that the BBC produced , what an interesting but troubled talent THAT man was !! I've been wanting to buy the box set but have not had a chance , Fisk played me several cuts while working on the new record , his production definitely stands up to the test of time , still has an edge that is difficult to replicate ... Although we all try and try again !
Morning Rotation : Elvis Costello , Nick Lowe , Charlie Parker (with strings , my fav) Night Train To Nashville Vol.2(Comp) Judee Sill , John Rauhouse .
Off to buy more art supplies ....
Mark
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Congratulations, Mark :) It's always nice to feel like you've accomplished something big!
P.S. Do you and Zach Braff have the same web designers?
Compare www.markpickerel.com to www.zachbraff.com
I love Chicago.
Don't you think it's time for an update around here..?
Hey Eryn , I'm still wearin' that great scarf that you made for me and I get comps on it daily , thanks !
You wear it daily? I never even saw you wear it once.
Well atleast 3-4 times a week !
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Michelle, the wasabi mashed potatoes were fantastic! and the prime rib turned out to be delicious as well :) I hope your holiday was great!
P.S. Mark, I would like to see photographic proof that you wear your scarf. Thanks.
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