Since live music went away and we all locked down, I’ve actually released more music than I have in any stretch for many years. The Nixons dropped (hipster kid slang alert) our Sonic Boom EP and I released two solo EP’s; Lead Singer Syndrome Volumes 1 & 2. Now, we’re actually getting geared up to play live shows again, it’s time for one more release. Over the years I’ve written a batch of songs with my pals David Hodges, Tom Douglas and Bob Dipiero. I sang new vocals on all 5 and added a few more bells and whistles. I also wrote one new song by myself, “Selling Light”. Which is what I will be calling the EP: Selling Light (see glossary for “title track”. Kidding there’s no glossary).
I am really excited about this thing. I love the two LSS releases but this one is the closest to my heart in terms of songs that I have a deeper connection to. I’m also super excited to announce a few guest appearances. My friends and guitar badasses Tyler Bryant and Charlie Sexton added some killer parts on “Selling Light” and “Little Amens” respectively. And the amazing singer, author and human, Allison Moorer provided her awesome vocals on the song “Tennessee Gold” which turned out great! I also snagged my talented son Jude Maloy to play some piano on one. “Steady Hearts For Future Storms”, “Little Amens”, “All Who Wander” (which was cut and released by a killer Canadian band, Petric) and “Words Are Medicine” (this was cut also by an up and comer named Tim McGraw) round out the 6 song set.
Having written and been part of songs alongside all the talented artists I have been lucky enough to work with is a blessing that I do not take for granted any day that goes by. But there’s still something special about putting your own name on something and releasing it into the universe. I sang these songs, bounced ‘em down, put ‘em on my phone and listened in the car, on runs, mowing the lawn. Then, retreated back into the studio and recut the vocals. 5 times. Okay, 9 times. As thrilling as it is it’s also terrifying, to put your name on something. So, I gave it hell and I hope you all love it as much as I am proud to get it out there. Watch for it soon!
