dear reader,

firstly, thanks so much for commenting. it means a lot.

secondly, if you’ve downloaded “long coats, no energy,” thanks again! if you paid for it or decided to then buy the whole album, then you’re just about my best friend. i sincerely hope you’re enjoying the song.

we’re working really hard at these songs–recording the may 1st release this coming weekend, and writing the june 1st song last weekend–and it’s starting to seem like there isn’t anything else in life. honestly, i don’t even unpack anymore. the only thing i have to decide on a friday (or thursday night) is which of my half-packed suitcases (still invariably on the floor of my bedroom) i’m going to take that weekend.

but i’m not posting to complain. actually, i’m not complaining at all. i wanted to make the first mention here of some material joe and i have been working on in extra time afforded by the unparalleled convenience of living in the same state. the additional outlet has so far been refreshing and stimulating creatively, and the music shows both a continuity with and subtle distinctness from gn,s material to date. insanely, we are going to be releasing one track every month in addition to the full-band first-of-the-month release.

“arsonist’s blues” will be up on this site for download next tuesday the 15th. reception to follow.

Tags: band life, by:steve, creativity, new releases, recording, songwriting