Fay came into the studio one day singing “… I’m Alright, I’m Okay. ..” and I remember us going to the piano and experimenting with keys/feel/tempo like we normally do. Instantly, a strong horn presence (trumpet/trombone/saxes) started to reveal itself.
Read MoreIt’s always such a thrill to travel our beautiful country and see old friends along the way. Just as thrilling is getting the opportunity to make new ones.
Read MoreWe’re back home after a trip to our neighbouring province to perform at Manitoba Arts Network Manitoba Showcase.
Read MoreWe are thrilled to announce the world release of our sophomore album Hooked! 13 tracks and 40 musicians later, Hooked has been a labour of love from start to finish.
Read MoreMusic has always been my companion. Even when I was an art student at OCAD (Ontario College of Art & Design).
I was a sculpture major and a conceptual-art-loving 20 year old - on my way to becoming an art teacher… or so I thought…
A few weeks ago we got the chance to take a deep dive into our album ‘Songbook’ when we were featured on Jazz FM’s Session Notes with Glenn Crosse.
Read MoreToday is the first day of a four day recording session for OUR BRAND NEW ALBUM!
I’m sitting in the corner of the control room watching John ‘Beetle’ Bailey…
I slept great last night.
That is until approximately 2:21 AM when I woke up.
Today, like many days before, I woke up to a dark sleepy house and quietly got ready for the two hour trip to Fenwick. Dizzy & I book regular songwriting and recording sessions to keep the music flowing. It’s been a life-line these past few years.
Read MoreWant to see inside the mind of a professional songwriter?
In a stroke of courage, and with the intent to shine a little light on what goes in to making an album, Dizzy & I have decided take this opportunity to open the door to the studio and show you what it’s like to make a record, SONG BY SONG.
