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The Gallery Space, Rahway, NJ

So....last night was fun. The folks over at Rahway Arts & Business Partnership invited me down to play at The Gallery Space. Got to play with an amazing guitarist Nick Rosal (pictured w/ me below) and we had a blast. We will definitely be working together in the near future so visit this page often for updates.

Annnnd...of course I couldn't leave without gettin' selfies with Ann & Nick (pictured below) after the show! Check out Nick's art gallery the next time you're in Rahway and check out the Rahway Arts & Business Partnership facebook page for upcoming events like this one. Till next time!

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New Cover Songs & Why!

Well.....that's the goal anyway.

My plan is to learn 1 cover a day but sometimes a song will have tricky bits. What do I mean by tricky bits? Oh you know...the fills, licks and riffs (Ooooo I think thats my next blog title...no seriously) that I am still learning to play.

So I just want to spice things up a bit so here's the list with a little blurb about why I choose the song. Also, these are in no particular order of preference. Here we go!

Fire & Rain by James Taylor: I didn't grow up listening to James Taylor, but I did work for a retailer that piped this song into the store 30 times a day. But ultimately this cover by Johnathan Butler won me over and I said to myself "self....you need to learn it that way"!

Brown Eyed Girl by Van Morrison: I get this request a lot when I livestream and when I play out. So it made the list. Plus I don't want to seem like an ahole when I say "sorry, I don't know that one".
On Bended Knee (think I got the title right by Boyz ll Men): Once upon a time, I sang in a "boy band" called Kornerstone (Here is some of our music in case you need a dose of cheesy early 2000s late 90s RnB) and we modeled ourselves after this group. They were everything we wanted to be. Needless to say, I guess a little of that desire is still there. Don't judge me
Tennessee Whiskey by Chris Stapleton: Because why not. This song is the $hit and if I were a country singer, we'd be kindred spirits him and I. Sing it with ya chest!
Havana by Camila Cabello: Because I don't want to seem like I'm too out of touch with today's music?
Remember Me (Miguel's Version): This song is fiyah, but Ill probably improvise during the parts in Spanish. Or not...hmmmm..

Say You Won't Let Go by James Arthur: Blazin song and there's always room for a good ballad
Brown Sugar by D'Angelo: I think I spelled the name right but I loved this song back in the day. I still do, plus there are lots of falsetto parts I can play with as well. AND a little neo-soul never hurt nobody!
Could It Be by Jaheim: I've gotten this request from someone on Periscope a few times. I don't want to let her down when she finally comes out to a show....I got you! Plus, we have similar sound sooooo why not right?!

No Tears Left To Cry by Ariana Grande: I'm not sure why I like this song. She's an awesome singer but I haven't really paid her music any attention until this song. So I'm doing it but I'm not putting my hair up in a bun. I have none :-(
Girls Like You by Maroon 5: I don't know this song at all. I just googled "today's popular songs" and it came up. I heard 30 seconds of it on YouTube and added it to the list. We will see what happens with this one.
Ignition by R. Kelly: Another classic I listen to every now and then. Still bumps, the definition of a classic.
How Long by Charlie Puth: Another song I googled and put down on this list after a 30 second preview. His song "One Call A Way" I somtimes cover as well.
Purple Rain by Prince: I was hesitant to put this one down because the lead guitar along with so many other elements of play beyond my ability make this song a classic. Yet, I'm stepping out of my comfort zone and trying it my way. Stay tuned for this one.
Castle On The Hill by Ed Sheeran: Awesome songwriter and I also cover "Thinking Out Loud". I love the fact that he pays homage to his childhood friends. It's the type of song I've always wanted to write. So for now, Ill sing his.
Son Of A Preacher Man: So many people have covered this song but theres good reason for it. And when I can pinpoint said reason, Ill let you know. Sometimes you just feel it in your bones.
Let's Stay Together by Al Green: I hated this song as a kid and love it as an adult. His music along with so many of his time was the soundtrack of my childhood and has influenced my own style tremendously.
Nothing Left To Lose by Matt Kearney: Another song I am vaguely familar with but I don't really know it. Doesn't hurt to expand your musical tastes though.
Wagon Wheel, Darius Rucker version: I'm going to dedicate a whole vlog/blog (I haven't decided yet) on Darius Rucker but I get asked to cover this song a lot. Might as well give the people what they want.

Stay tuned......Ill post clips of my progress.....mistakes and all *fist bumps for all*

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