Summer 2008
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First off, thoughts & prayers go out to Amadee Castenell and his family. Amadee suffered a heart attack and underwent quadruple bypass surgery in late June. I’d been invited by Parker Wheeler to perform at the Grog on 22-June (see videos page) and Amadee was supposed to be on the gig. Parker, having been through the same thing himself, told Amadee to go to the hospital after speaking to him when he called to sub out that gig. I’m very thankful that everything was in alignment and Amadee received the care he needed at Mt. Auburn Hospital in Cambridge MA. He has pulled through with flying colours and is recuperating comfortably at home. I had a great conversation with him a few days ago, and while the healing process is slow, he’s fully aware of what being blessed with another chance truly means. Big brother, we are all looking forward to playing with you again!
Sorry this update is somewhat tardy. The summer has been flying by with lots of great gigs. Recent work with Michelle Willson, Sweet Melissa & Chris Stovall Brown, and Ken Clark Organ Trio has been loads of fun. Even had a few with the Tough Love Trio, my own little jazz project featuring Mike Mele on guitar and Blake Newman on double-bass. Liz Linder’s promo shots of these disheveled hoodlums have been added to the photos page.
Up ahead – Ken Clark Organ Trio is at The Beehive on 8/15, and is also appearing at the annual Salem Jazz & Soul Festival on 8/16, 12pm set. On 8/27 I’ve got a double-bill booked at Toad in Cambridge MA. For the first show (7pm) I’m backing up the fantastic singer/songwriter Colleen Sexton. Next show (10pm) is the Ken Clark Organ Trio.
Gear-heads: I’ve updated the gear page, as the ‘cherry wine’ Eames kit is seeing the most use around New England these days.
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