tag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:/blogs/real-dreams?p=22Real Dreams2022-07-10T20:20:04-04:00Dreamwalkersfalsetag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/70118262022-07-10T20:20:04-04:002023-10-16T10:51:46-04:00Dreamwalkers Band Welcomes Bass Guitar Player Jeff Rossney<p>Dreamwalkers Band has a new bass player. We welcome Jeff Rossney into the band. Jeff is a music lover with intense passion. He also plays with Route35. We are sad to see Dave Ross leave, but he's got the traveling bug. Happy Trails, Dave.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/15fde8ba304bb1bcd1c1fe49963672d9fb65b238/original/9167098c-a7a2-4125-bd4a-ad7e57c9dfb0.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>3:30Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/69865022022-06-03T23:42:27-04:002022-06-03T23:42:27-04:00Dreamwalkers Band Album Release Party at Salty Jim's<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/e018e509be6ff613fee8fddb89edfe925707de09/original/5e3d9c98-c3ec-4404-9a24-b4409006575c.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Dreamwalkers Band had our album release party at Salty Jim's Island Bar & Grill on Friday evening and it was a blast. One thing about our band. . . we get better every time we play. People responded with passion both to our original songs and covers of songs we love.</p>
<p>A personal highlight for me was hearing Debbie sing. The experience of standing next to a singer who truly "gets it" is exhilarating. I could feel her joy in the vibrations of her original material and making a cover song her own. I love singing harmony with her. It's such a privilege. She always knocks out "Wild Horses" and I felt the crowd merging with that song. <img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/282fa28ea446c292688c301b0e08f872b7f74f26/original/287ced27-a031-402a-a4a7-039a2c380231.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Dave Ross has truly grown into an integral part of the band. He has great fun singing leads and his bass guitar has become an anchor for the band to rely on. He will be leaving us for the summer and we don't know what the future will hold but I truly appreciate his wonderful contributions to our sound.</p>
<p>David Dolnick has become so comfortable with our songs that he's letting himself go and revealing more and more of what an exceptional drummer he is. He's also taking on some of the singing, which is such a blessing for us.</p>
<p>What can I say about my friend, L'Angelo Mysteriouso, Tony Sheppard? He is truly a virtuoso. Absolutely brilliant. What a gift to us.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/2b8e94e394d9680a98c6a93182c85651dcfe401d/original/99d8bc0d-f85f-4833-a9bd-87737f2abca8.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Then there is me. With every time we play out I'm understanding my role better. I am here to be sure everyone shines and the music sounds great. It doesn't hurt that having these amazing players play on my songs so the songs shine far brighter than I could have ever made them by myself.</p>
<p>I am so proud to play with this group of brilliant musicians. Bravo Dreamwalkers Band.</p>
<p>Peaceout,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>3:14Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/69663572022-05-08T14:23:00-04:002023-12-10T11:32:30-05:00Dreamwalkers Band: Another Thought From Yesterday's Gig<p>Hey Dreamwalkers,</p>
<p>Watching people respond to us yesterday at Hurricane Mike's, it occurs to me that what we really need to do is play out. We get better every time.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/ce8c2bdc8ed33ef7e8e87f59d0518f89a9271c3e/original/3081341b-9660-4731-81a7-036d19bda2a2.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/7d61c6668c5aba5bf34625a01b3f423eea5cc9d4/original/cf31da3e-4171-4a65-bc60-2d03a8c4c218.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/1a1e881d8f4ef7eb4b0176052b875cbebb32849a/original/042e1b39-c749-459d-b979-cad78d4c645c.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />The last one means "Way to F*cking Go!. Thank you Marty, Local 7433, and Hurricane Mike's. </p>
<p>The good news is people really enjoy us. The not so good news is we are having to move the album release party due to a work conflict from one of the band members. We will get it set up ASAP. Time to move forward. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>4:33Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/69661232022-05-07T23:16:10-04:002022-05-08T00:05:05-04:00Dreamwalkers Band: Benefit Toys For Tots at Hurricane Mike’s <p>Hello to all my Dreamwalkers out there.</p>
<p>The band had a great time playing for the Toys For Tots benefit at Hurricane Mike’s in Sarasota on Saturday. The crowd was lively and energized and we played some of our favorite songs in two one hour sets.</p>
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<p>The crowd seems to respond both to our original songs and the cover songs that we love. I had a blast playing our Tom Petty medley, especially the duo with Debbie Stern when we played “Stop Dragging My Heart Around.“ Debbie‘s version of “Wild Horses,“ was just superb. People seemed to really respond to my original song, “Diamond Filled Bouquet,“ maybe because a lot of people have ADD. Debbie’s “Good to See You, Gone,” is always a crowdpleaser because so many people who have been divorced can relate.</p>
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<p>Tony Sheppard played some spectacular lead guitar on “Comfortably Numb” and "The Redemption." The rhythm section of David Dolnick on drums and Dave Ross on bass guitar gave us a solid foundation all afternoon. They also provided great singing both lead and adding harmonies.</p>
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<p>We thank Local 7433 for putting the Toys for Tots gig together and Hurricane Mike's for providing the venue.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker </p>3:05Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/69630962022-05-03T23:02:37-04:002022-05-09T22:18:32-04:00Dreamwalkers Band: Toys For Tots Benefit<p>Hello to all my Dreamwalkers Band friends,</p>
<p>Dreamwalkers Band will be playing at Hurricane Mike's on Saturday from 2.30 to 5 PM, in a benefit for Toys For Tots. The band is very excited to be getting out and playing and we hope our friends will come out and support the cause and at the same time see our band. This is our first Sarasota gig in a while and we plan on having a lot of fun with our music.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/38fa00b7d561daa42b6dd1b8720998ad81ba95ba/original/f009b8ea-40ae-4768-bfe0-391c92c24063.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br><br> </p>3:11Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/69560722022-04-24T22:24:07-04:002022-05-09T22:17:41-04:00Dreamwalkers Band: New Gigs<p>Hello to all my Dreamwalkers out there (and don't we all walk through each others dreams),</p>
<p>The band is ready to play out. We have two new gigs scheduled.</p>
<p>We will be playing a benefit show for "Toys For Tots" on May 7, 2:30-5:30. It will take place at Hurricane Mike's 2639 Mall Dr, Sarasota, FL 34231. </p>
<p>The second show will be our long awaited Music Is The Ride album release party. It will take place Sunday, June 19 4-8 PM at Salty Jim's Island Bar & Grill 3655 Webber St, Sarasota, FL 34232.</p>
<p>We are excited to be playing out. We've worked on some new tunes and the band is firing on all cylinders. Come join us.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr. Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/9e1dd8f97bb4d54caac91168111ef2eba443a95f/original/dw22-2-1.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>4:33Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/69516242022-04-19T10:37:09-04:002022-04-19T10:37:09-04:00Dreamwalkers Band: New Material, Moving Forward<p>Greetings to all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>In order to keep things fresh and moving forward, we like to introduce new material. Last night in our rehearsal we worked on a number of new things, and the response was exhilarating. </p>
<p>We put together a really powerful medley of Tom Petty tunes. Imagine my joy at being able to sing some of my favorite songs with this great band backing me up. Dave Dolnick brought in a song by William DeVaughn "Be Thankful For What You Got," and the band ate it up like it was candy. What a great vibe. We worked on two songs for Debbie, her brilliant original tune, "Only You," and the Carole King classic, "I Feel The Earth Move." Finally we worked on a tune Tony Sheppard and I wrote called, "Time To Let Your Sun Shine."</p>
<p>It's a thrill to play with such great people.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/7e117547a7dd31fe1f90603588abe55bbfed8bfc/original/dreamwalkersalbum2-cover-update.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>3:35Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/69388802022-04-02T14:14:10-04:002022-04-12T02:00:05-04:00Dreamwalkers Band: Vocals from Master Teacher Debbie Stern<p>Greetings to all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>Today is my birthday and on this day, I feel so much gratitude for all the treasures I have in my life. One of those treasures is this wonderful Dreamwalkers Band and our vocal director, Debbie Stern. As some of you know, Debbie has vast experience in teaching singing and being a singer in many different venues. She was a backup singer for Loretta Lynn for two years, but now she is in the spotlight with us.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/d25903e8bc6cc3d9d8712d87d4409cc8ca497901/original/0e859f23-6403-4ed1-89d5-b077dcd71771.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />We are working very hard to make the vocals for Dreamwalkers Band the best and we have some great voices. Debbie is just the best, but to have a drummer and bass player who can sing is quite a blessing. Makes it possible to have three part harmony. I don't know if you've ever experienced three part harmony, but when it's right and you are in the middle of it, it's almost like a physical healing, a beautiful event.</p>
<p>So, we met to perfect our harmonies and it's quite a challenge. There is a tendency to want to sing the other person's part, so you have to learn your own part as if it was the melody. Then you have to blend with the lead, sort of become that person, sing like them but in a different note. You can't overpower the lead. It's quite a challenge but we all were working really hard at it, and I certain it will bear fruit.</p>
<p>Debbie has taught me so much about singing. I didn't know what I didn't know. If you are interested in learning how to sing, she is a great teacher. If you would like to take lessons, let us know through the contact page and I will facilitate it. </p>
<p>Peace, </p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker<br> </p>3:47Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/69279902022-03-21T12:47:14-04:002022-03-21T12:47:14-04:00Dreamwalkers: Myakka Moonlighters. . . What A Great Evening<p>Hello to all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>The band finally played out and once again, Myakka Moonlighters was very kind to us. Playing as the Sun set and an amazing full Moon came up was very inspiring. The band had a wonderful time.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/6044a433ea4073d588616b02f1c718ef801fe78c/original/e1cd83f1-3d48-4fa5-9c2f-32a3f39ee913.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />The highlight of the show, for me, was after we played Diamond Filled Bouquet, a song about my own issues with Attention Deficit (Different?) a woman came up to us and told us how much hearing the song meant to her. Her grandson struggles with the same issue and she said the song really helped her and she thanked us.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/d25903e8bc6cc3d9d8712d87d4409cc8ca497901/original/0e859f23-6403-4ed1-89d5-b077dcd71771.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />It's always fun singing with Debbie Stern. Her originals, Good To See You, Gone, Don't Give Me A Second Thought, Tricks On Me, I Think I Think Too Much, Dancing With The Man In The Moon, How I Love To Love You Lord, and Don't Talk Behind My Back were incredible and her version of Wild Horses was just off the chain great. I had great fun singing Stop Dragging My Heart Around in a duet with her. </p>
<p>Dave Ross did a great job singing Deep Elem Blues and making it special for the Myakka audience. He also sang Space Oddity and did a wonderful job with Shape I'm In.</p>
<p>Tony Sheppard was his usual stellar self on lead guitar. I especially liked what he did with his lead on Music Is The Ride. </p>
<p>David Dolnick on drums was just the best. He was in the pocket all night and became the glue that kept us together. He also sang on Wicked Game and I Know You Rider.</p>
<p>I just had the most fun I've ever had playing music. The band keeps moving forward. We are blessed to have Patrick Russini running sound for us and Jesse Lipman being more than just an ordinary roadie. Thanks so much for Patrick and Jesse.</p>
<p>What's next? We plan on playing out again soon and there's even talk (gasp!) of a third album. Will keep you posted and can't wait to play again. So much fun!</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/370a420d1cbd00ee62ff2fffa8250bd031dc6d59/original/37dde45c-63b1-41c2-ad68-d4e1c9573e38.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/811512d28b2463d199291071904de725a56bb3bb/original/8102baa0-ac36-4b73-aab6-3c6a0a7ded42.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/27c53777f3b83d607baf15473b2bbc85dda0fab7/original/a53561dc-18fa-4b1f-9233-b01a49bc767a.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/26808e2278e059f1c54bcc7a99c0afcc2df43557/original/26358257-adf1-448b-ae50-58e322ad6fb6.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/5d9dedeb90f22f8d6b64c6cfe57d6c2f5321cc43/original/1dc8df4b-1ca1-4e19-949f-12dd0b8bae24.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/55db5d6f08f7acd99b4c424260dd27daa90f3a6a/original/81aebbe8-8088-4895-a4f0-48f7f047afd2.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/658e2004631d4157a343c866c2c0868454642ccb/original/6ebfb1cd-98b8-4bc3-a5e8-98d32920b5b2.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/658e2004631d4157a343c866c2c0868454642ccb/original/6ebfb1cd-98b8-4bc3-a5e8-98d32920b5b2.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/4a7b4dab62aa05aca1784a027d6a3848af8d492f/original/be5adbcd-e948-45ca-a4f2-ed386f38df3e.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br> </p>3:14Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/69233422022-03-15T21:54:26-04:002022-06-01T21:03:51-04:00Dreamwalkers: Join Together With The Band<p>Hey Dreamwalkers,</p>
<p>In a time of great instability and uncertainty what can we count on? Music. Personally, I find the vibrations of music to be a great healer. Music never lets me down. When the band plays and I'm in the middle of the sound it's really incredible.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/4348771960a946d5b3a6dfdc66ca4c4bb58e0af7/original/11e411c8-2d39-4db8-9721-ef83d10c61d7.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />So, I want to share the sounds with you. Come on out to Myakka Moonlighters on Satuday, March 19 6-9 PM and hear our wonderful band. We've just finished our second album, "Music Is The Ride," and we will be playing many of those new songs for you. </p>
<p>31755 SR 70 E., Myakka City, FL 34251-4303</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/cc0375b971ec1c8fabc3437d46ac4c51b870e66b/original/740ad3f8-27f7-4ca1-9389-5043eac0e61a.png/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>2:36Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/69090412022-02-28T01:13:49-05:002022-05-23T07:57:05-04:00Dreamwalkers Myakka Moonlighters March 19<p>Hello Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>So much going on in the world. How do we cope? Music. I saw the Canadian Truckers playing music and dancing during their protest. Bravo. We are working hard to put our performance together. There is a flow in my head about how the songs might go. How many originals and covers? How to keep everything moving outdoors on a beautiful night? </p>
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<p>We know this venue and it's been very kind to us twice, so please join us. For people who have already seen us, there will be some new songs from Debbie Stern and myself, and some new cover tunes to feature Dave Ross and David Dolnick. </p>
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<p>Put March 19 in your calendar. It's going to be a memorable evening. Bring a lawn chair and cooler and relax amidst our own "Dreamstock."</p>
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<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>4:27Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/69022772022-02-19T21:53:00-05:002022-04-27T00:51:32-04:00Dreamwalkers: New Photos<p>Hey to all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>Thanks to my son, Daniel Schulman of Schulman Media https://schulmanmedia.com for some great photographs of the band. We are getting ready for our gig March 19 at Myakka Moonlighters. Should be a lot of fun.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/9e1dd8f97bb4d54caac91168111ef2eba443a95f/original/dw22-2-1.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/13aee0b45386563f6686520de6f37eb3cdda7ff3/original/ca55f323-d481-426d-8d52-2abbe3c7000c.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/65550b509a81735876a76986514a01ee66881a09/original/5e346cce-919d-4839-afed-c83bd413a6cb.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/81833533a83d5276013a6d3ed4522bf68634aaed/original/8bc9b9ec-3126-4bf9-91a8-8b9da01a9471.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/c6d0d730bed0c77638f6228e6c938024c65e65d1/original/903f1684-032e-4bb5-b056-61f693e1cafc.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/a05c34a055a642bb50a159b7ebf7efff93796f6b/original/0df55745-7c17-457b-8ae4-1361d03faf0e.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/0cb37c0b6ebafdc5f5081faee651dd3bf26846b2/original/48234448-a556-4d66-a92e-677f9b074ed2.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/90a3a90c2ef6c1f0b663f04937c23599d28e39e1/original/bf1a8dab-3912-4bde-a8bf-780e34f57f2a.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/8f993b88285285fa7017baf15da135eb7a615d93/original/dw22-1-1.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>3:17Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/68980862022-02-15T07:06:54-05:002022-04-21T02:20:36-04:00Dreamwalkers: Joy In Music and Harmony<p>Good morning to all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>Dreamwalkers Band is getting ready for our March 19 gig at Myakka Moonlighters and we hope you will all join us. The rehearsals with drummer David Dolnick are filled with energy and new life pulsing through the songs. The entire group is inspired and the result is an excitement infusing the songs with passion and bringing in new original songs and covers.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/953d308f5636065d758c0d0f22a8f52a9acf9e73/original/3b311c35-3b1b-4acf-8b7d-d29d8f57fc4b.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />David Dolnick will be singing several songs he loves including covers of the Grateful Dead's "I Know You Rider" and "Friend of the Devil" along with Chris Issak's great "Wicked Game." Dave Ross began working on "Soulshine" a wonderful Allman Brother's tune and we played David Bowie's "Space Oddity" which Dave takes the lead on. We all listened and played with awe of Debbie Stern's rendition of "Runaway" the classic Del Shannon song covered by Bonnie Raitt. Debbie's leadership in harmony singing (after all she is the Queen of Harmony) is bringing our efforts to a much higher level than ever before. When harmonies are on point, the effect is sublime. Two part harmony is sweet, but three and even four part harmony will vibrate your being.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/a5e8ed74befbc608c3b48e91f7b8ab1f1224ad81/original/94d21812-4e8f-424e-b899-a35fdb53eb5c.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />The band also worked on a few new original tunes by Debbie and I. While the covers are a blast to learn and play, our core as a group is original music. Debbie's contributed a new song, "Only One" and we worked on my own "So Many Stars." It's really amazing to be singing your own song with the support of great musicians, and have them jump in with ideas and suggestions that move the process into a higher realm. </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/58e03cb96dfaab55771619e683e95d0492ba9e53/original/4d41b9f4-e8ed-470d-9af7-3e35014d5a90.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br>Finally, it's so cool to play alongside Tony Sheppard, a true guitar hero of mine. Smile for the camera, brother. </p>
<p>I'm having so much fun with the music and our band is vibrating with the Cosmos in such a sweet and powerful way. See everyone soon.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>4:16Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/68946602022-02-10T22:47:14-05:002022-02-12T23:22:53-05:00Music Is The Ride: Review From Down Under<p>Hey Dreamwalkers,</p>
<p>As part of my podcast with Dr. Mark Sylvester, "Alt Psych," I have the experience of speaking with interesting people from all over the world. Today I had the privilege of interviewing Dan Bacon who runs a site called "Modern Man" in which he works with men trying to understand how to have better relationships with women. When we had finished the podcast we were just chatting and we started to talk about music. Dan had a band, Alter Ego, back in the day. I sent him the Dreamwalkers web address and he honored us with a review of the album. Here's a highlight:</p>
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<p>"The guitar intro to The Outsider has that 70s mystery and depth I really like. It captures the wild, free and rebellious spirit of America that people from all across the world admired, loved and felt inspired by back in the day. A cool song for driving on the open road." </p>
<p>Thanks Dan. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>4:33Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/68928882022-02-09T10:15:26-05:002022-02-09T12:44:41-05:00Dreamwalkers: Guitar Geeks<p>Good morning to all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>A quick hello to all those guitar geeks out there. Some call me a guitar collector. I'd say I'm a guitar geek. Turns out band members Tony Sheppard, Dave Ross and Dave Dolnick are also. Here's a photo of my newest precious music maker, a copy of George Harrison's famous "Rocky" psychedelic guitar. </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/5beb8dc856ca695158fee8a890b7762056053ef9/original/5720009a-555d-4574-89a4-ae4aa35a7d2f.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /> Fun is why we do this. . . and the music is so uplifting.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>4:11Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/68917242022-02-08T08:30:27-05:002022-02-08T08:30:46-05:00Dreamwalkers: Transformational Energies<p>Hey to all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>We are at a time in our culture where there is great transformation brewing. Our band is in the midst of that presently. We are so very happy to have David Dolnick playing drums and during Monday evening's rehearsal I could feel the synergy happening in real time. We are making wonderful music and having great fun doing so. </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/96b88f69f8ae49747445770957d4612e4ca7c4c8/original/0aa84ab1-f9a1-4dc6-b662-b66160f1ba2c.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Both Debbie Stern and myself have brought some new original material for the band to work on and Drummer Dave has contributed several covers he loves to sing. Tony Sheppard is so versatile with his guitar playing, and he just seems to be letting loose with great creativity and power. We are starting to tap into Dave Ross's talents as a singer as well. The spirit and vision of the band is expanding and transforming.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/b5f31134651cc827a148833ba93f38dd01b1d6df/original/e56903c5-006d-4505-bb9f-13f43920d2c0.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />I came into rehearsal very stressed from a long and difficult day. I left uplifted. We have a great group of people, talented, kind, quirky enough to be fun, all generous musicians. </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/cc645331b135abe72cf3c4f8b1be5306202e4485/original/4822477b-5d27-4c4c-9962-f92b89af1439.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Peaceout,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker<br> </p>3:30Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/68737542022-01-19T11:05:04-05:002022-04-16T00:56:55-04:00Dreamwalkers: Need A Venue For Album Release Party<p>Hello to all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>The band is rehearsing to play out and new band member, drummer David Dolnick, is giving us some great energy. We are looking for suggestions for a venue for this event. Please contact me through the website or by e-mail: dr.richardschulman@yahoo.com. All ideas are appreciated.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr. Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/7e117547a7dd31fe1f90603588abe55bbfed8bfc/original/dreamwalkersalbum2-cover-update.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>3:35Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/68684512022-01-13T21:54:00-05:002022-01-13T22:24:53-05:00Dreamwalkers Music Is The Ride first review posted. . . <p>Hey Dreamwalkers,</p>
<p>The first review of our Music Is The Ride album has been posted in the "Reviews for Music Is The Ride" section of the site. If you get the album, or hear it on the website and wish to review it, let us know in the "Contact" section and I'll post it. </p>
<p>Thanks to Joe R. of Sarasota for such a positive review. Here is part of it. . . "I really am enjoying your songs. The lyrics are remarkable and very inspiring. Great sound! Feels like I'm at a concert. Kudos to the engineer and sound people, nailed it. The vocals are well done as well as the harmony."</p>
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<p>We will definitely be playing out on March 19, but hope to see everyone before then.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>3:14Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/68651102022-01-11T00:58:16-05:002022-01-11T00:58:48-05:00Dreamwalkers Band Welcomes Drummer David Dolnick<p>Hello to all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>Today was a good day for the band. We welcome drummer, David Dolnick to the Dreamwalkers Band. David, who did a guest gig on the song Crazy Movie on our first album has officially joined us. We have rehearsed with him twice and he is a big part of our band's transformation.</p>
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<p>David's drumming is precise, lyrical, and intuitive and he seems to "get" us. We are making great music and having fun together. He also sings and we have started to arrange and rehearse songs with him in the lead. He will be involved in singing harmony as well. This is an exciting time for the band, and with a few more rehearsals to integrate David into the band, we will have our long awaited album release party.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>4:16Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/68586042022-01-04T00:44:28-05:002022-01-04T00:44:28-05:00Dreamwalkers Band: New Energy. . . New Life<p>Hey Dreamwalkers out there. . . </p>
<p>It's been quite a few days in the life of our band. First, after all this time, we got our album, and it's really terrific. But we still needed a groove and an old friend appeared, David Dolnick sat in on drums with us during Monday's rehearsal and he was just fantastic. David was on our first album doing some impressive drumming on the song Crazy Movie.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/101dcf2a494dceacd452229bafc8973b24c203f4/original/8def6a3a-e748-44da-b8e0-d14e7571d93d.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br>The band had been like a car whose transmission didn't work right and we could kind of get around town but couldn't get on the freeway. As soon as he began to hit the skins, the transmission worked better than ever and we were flying. We had such fun and you could hear the spark and positivity in our singing and banter. A great weight had been lifted. Music truly is the Ride. We look forward to playing out again soon. </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/8051c6ae043df0e729a9f6bfdf71959f0367809b/original/c97357cc-7e85-4e4e-ad64-c5e8837aff9a.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>3:51Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/68566392022-01-01T11:03:22-05:002022-01-01T11:03:22-05:00Dreamwalkers: Happy New Year. . . Album Has Arrived<p>Happy 2022 to all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>We made it! Got through 2021 alive and on the very last day, December 31, 2021, our Music Is The Ride album arrived. You can check out the unboxing in the video section. </p>
<p>After 19 months, a marathon sometimes run as a sprint, sometimes as a crawl, we have our album and it sounds great. As this is posted on the first day of 2022, lets be positive and grateful. I am immensely proud of what our band and support people have accomplished. Thank you to my wonderful band: Tony Sheppard, Dave Ross, and Debbie Stern with help from Jeff Hocker and Patrick Russini. Much gratitude to Executive Producer Patrick Russini at Alpha Ear Studio. Appreciation to Kali Dass for photography and Daniel Schulman of Schulman Media for art direction.</p>
<p>We are about to embark on a new chapter for the band. I am excited and happy.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/5075f4aa26d0af9cb6b23c9b62c8343985374c50/original/da16c2b1-b1fe-45c6-b373-015fc4d93c13.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>4:27Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/68533822021-12-28T08:47:02-05:002021-12-28T08:47:02-05:00Dreamwalkers: New Year is upon us. . . <p>Greetings to all our Dreamwalkers out there. . .</p>
<p>2021 is gratefully coming to a close and we are still looking forward to receiving the "Music Is The Ride" album from the printer. The band is still in process of reconfiguring. Rehearsal on Monday focused on vocal harmonies in two new cover songs, "Runaway" the old Del Shannon song which was covered by Bonnie Riatt, and will be brilliantly covered by Debbie Stern, and "Let It Rain" the great Eric Clapton song, which will feature Tony Sheppard on lead guitar. Dave Ross started singing Jethro Tull's "Locomotive Breath" and we will attempt to arrange it (although we don't have a flute in the band) it was still fun. Then we tried out some interesting open tunings to play Crosby, Stills, and Nash songs.</p>
<p>I saw an interview with Graham Nash who echoed some thoughts Debbie Stern told me years ago about singing harmony. He said, "When I sing harmony, I have to become the other person and sing the notes like they sing it." It was almost word for word what Debbie had come up with independently, years ago. She is a master of her craft and an amazing voice teacher. </p>
<p>We had fun working on the covers, but our core intent as a band is to play original songs and both Debbie and I have several new ones to share. Writing and playing personal material is a bit like potato chips in that once you get the taste you want more. We are getting set to do some open mics at local venues while we still search for a drummer.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr. Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/00d53bb1fb1a4fd36972b0f4dd3c4791e79f89e4/original/0fd27e5f-2fa7-4b77-8f7e-06d30cb0f694.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>4:20Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/68513782021-12-25T08:48:50-05:002021-12-25T08:48:50-05:00Merry Psychedelic Christmas from Dreamwalkers <p>We thought we might have the new album as a Christmas present, but I guess we were bad boys and girls so we have to wait. The proverbial fingers are crossed that they arrive before the New Year. In any event, Christmas is a time for giving and re-birth. We hope you all have a sweet day and spend a little time in gratitude for all the gifts of life we might take for granted. We also are hoping you connect with friends and family in a positive spirit of love rather than the fear that has been permeating our land. The separation that seems to plague us as a nation is an illusion. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Tony, Debbie, Dave and Doc</p>
<p>P.S. Dontcha love those glasses? Relics from World War II, thank you Kali Dass.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/35fd802bdc733713adabc76c51d222ec1975edc2/original/847bbe90-ff62-402d-94ff-a8a529aa8366.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/1e75e09abacba29c0ab22202f019e195fdf63b26/original/e65a6416-47c4-41ba-9da3-ec607530e853.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/6342a5ba8b8ed11d2375adc4f9982330a70069cc/original/744759e7-5eea-4959-90d0-0de3b92b2478.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>5:50Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/68273562021-12-01T22:40:03-05:002021-12-19T13:38:13-05:00Music Truly IS The Ride. . . album sent to Printer. . . <p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/7e117547a7dd31fe1f90603588abe55bbfed8bfc/original/dreamwalkersalbum2-cover-update.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br>The long journey of making "Music Is The Ride" is at the last step. Everything has been double checked, i's dotted and t's crossed. The album was sent to the printer today. I listened to it one last time to make sure there were no glitches (I knew there wouldn't be) and now we wait. </p>
<p>We started in May 2020, just after the beginning of the pandemic and while I thought we would finish before the pandemic did, I never thought either would still be cooking on December 1, 2021. We moved in time through uncertainty, delta, omicron, George Floyd, a disputed election, two Stanley Cups for our beloved Bolts, a Super Bowl for the Bucs, censorship, mask and vaxx mandates, a pushback, woke, wake, sheep, vaxx, anti-vaxx, a run on toilet paper, death of friends, new relationships flourishing, a country split in half among other things. We saw Florida become a place where radicals like us could flourish (who could have figured that one). There were unforeseen problems, delays, disease, gremlins, disagreements, sweetness, harmony, flow, genius, and finally. . . creation manifesting in real time.</p>
<p>I am truly proud to be part of this wonderful group of musicians and even better people. Thank You Tony Sheppard, Debbie Stern, Dave Ross, Jeff Hocker and Patrick Russini. Appreciation to Kali Dass for photography and Daniel Schulman of Schulman Media for graphic design.</p>
<p>Peace. . . Music Truly IS The Ride.</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>4:27Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/68189512021-11-23T07:49:47-05:002021-12-18T13:45:22-05:00Dreamwalkers: Things Change<p>The first song on our new album, Music Is The Ride, is "Everything Is Changing." Well, not everything, but our drummer resigned from the band due to creative differences. The band was a bit in shock at first but we got together for a rehearsal at Debbie Stern's music studio and had a great time. The focus was more on vocal harmonies and a dealing with a different dynamic. Music IS the ride. The joy in playing our music wiped away the personal loss and we sounded terrific. Debbie's vocals are sparking, Tony is an absolute wonder at lead guitar, Dave is solid on bass, and I could actually hear my voice in the mix so I was able to hit my harmonies. We are all looking forward to the next chapter in the band's evolution. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/b23ce2389f6ed8eb20710b1cdf30cc00f92844df/original/dreamwalkersalbum2-inside-update.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/68136682021-11-18T00:09:49-05:002021-11-18T00:09:49-05:00Dreamwalkers: Music Is The Ride--Album Cover<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/7e117547a7dd31fe1f90603588abe55bbfed8bfc/original/dreamwalkersalbum2-cover-update.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Apologies for everyone waiting for the album to be completed. We ran into a few glitches but wanted to get things right. We are a dot or two away from it and I promise will have it very soon. I love the cover. I took the photo in London, England in 2017. The design was a collaboration with Kali Dass. Daniel Schulman of Schulman Media put it together. </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/67592832021-09-27T21:59:54-04:002022-02-16T11:01:11-05:00Dreamwalkers: Lyrics Are Up On The Website<p>Hey Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>Finally, all the lyrics are up on the website and impressions by myself and Debbie regarding the songs are in the Lyrics and Thoughts section of Music Is The Ride. </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/cc12f0a9366d07b09eaa58e85b7662bda8370665/original/30e06f2b-eb3e-4404-8ff0-b9015c2ee70a.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>We are working on the cover art and should be done very shortly. Which means. . . Album soon.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/67521562021-09-20T17:48:46-04:002021-09-20T17:48:46-04:00Dreamwalkers: Music Is The Ride<p>Hey Dreamwalkers. . . and aren't we all walking through some kind of wild dream?</p>
<p>All tracks from the new album, Music Is The Ride, are up on our website. You can listen to previews or download the entire album for free with your e-mail address.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/4f7fc1c42d64350f8dff94d6ea7c5d965c04ae65/original/399e3bcd-864a-43cb-b335-56d9fa8801af.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>We are working on album cover art (calling it an album is really old school, but I guess I am) and getting it printed, but you can get it today if you wish. I am so incredibly proud of our band and this song cycle. </p>
<p>Special thanks to Patrick Russini, without whose brilliance (and patience) this would never have manifested. Much appreciation to Jeff Hocker, founder, who played Bass Guitar on "Two Insomnias," and again to Patrick Russini who played drums on "Road Song," and "Music Is The Ride."</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/84d3ecef69843c0b5ad50dd1c2a2704065248b8a/original/7b291345-ca7a-44b0-97d0-9a3af00c97ec.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJjb250ZW50LnNpdGV6b29nbGUuY29tIn0=/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/0cd2b9ccb82cb537c41213d6adf823828346298a/original/631ba338-0005-4462-a236-a2e197092e93.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJjb250ZW50LnNpdGV6b29nbGUuY29tIn0=/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/d1a588e2b40921c925bf887b70e3cc1520622e0b/original/ee3bc9fa-d4a0-4671-acb1-93b05a3a6d0a.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJjb250ZW50LnNpdGV6b29nbGUuY29tIn0=/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Thank You Dreamwalkers Band for hanging in there for this long awaited accomplishment. Now lets play it live.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/06cc2d8ea3fd2f7954dc1ffd80289a34b4200503/original/fullsizeoutput-bf43.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJjb250ZW50LnNpdGV6b29nbGUuY29tIn0=/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Tony Sheppard: Lead Guitar</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/da40c763ceef0c6d091aa30efc9d537e09e1ba9b/original/0667632d-5e8e-450e-9f86-d09ee67a5721.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Dave Ross: Bass Guitar and Vocals</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/451901bec2085afe35225580e035927ff7c26f9f/original/d808a2fa-a98f-4620-abc6-b432ba6c8643.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJjb250ZW50LnNpdGV6b29nbGUuY29tIn0=/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Daniel Polyak: Drums and Percussion</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/c55f995cce87be6594585071d14ad11c43b7f927/original/ace2f77b-d4ac-45c3-96ec-3ee7c8b11466.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJjb250ZW50LnNpdGV6b29nbGUuY29tIn0=/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Debbie Stern: Vocals and Keyboards</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/b86fe10bffc28ffe35a226a5f06e3f016bf878e1/original/22a014ec-a172-4b7b-bfed-4895f7de84fb.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJjb250ZW50LnNpdGV6b29nbGUuY29tIn0=/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br> </p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker: Vocals and Guitars</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/61c7c08792176891216a31ef9c29885e5242a966/original/62832394-091e-4c67-ae22-4a9cccc7eae8.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJjb250ZW50LnNpdGV6b29nbGUuY29tIn0=/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/67512272021-09-19T14:14:32-04:002021-09-23T15:45:40-04:00Dreamwalkers: Music Is The Ride. . . Listen<p>Hey Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>I'm on vacation right now (first one since before the pandemic) and where else but Nashville, Tennessee. Tonight I'm going to see blues guitarist, Christone (Kingfisher) Ingram at the Ryman Theatre. Tuesday will be Eric Clapton at the hockey arena, and then Saturday, back to the Ryman for Tommy Emmanuel. What an incredible lineup of guitar masters.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/d03afc1db2f2ffb792f4ab6371c28c1efffcbb9f/original/7ee92e6a-5fe5-4c44-a186-6f8037fba7a6.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/67a7f4331ca6a8da703df8f2cfd9bb4dcbef10be/original/ed3b43ca-25e7-493a-8308-709a3ff6be11.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/75be33f91ca5ef7d1be00577acd50fa6c9a5a4a8/original/5f148502-8521-4972-885e-1bfc8e3df736.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/b0d8d34ee3fe2a4726a181c9991ca816d0af1b0b/original/727c6aca-e9f7-444f-ab08-fafb623a1dd7.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>So to commemorate this, I've posted nine finished tracks to out Dreamwalkers album, Music Is The Ride, over in the music section. Listen with headphones or really great speakers, because the soundscape created by Patrick Russini is something to behold. </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/bfd5fb698a54815d3251f7bdc02f8b8e251e3da9/original/5ea1b1b8-2c44-4ecb-b47f-e548f1575c89.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/67208612021-08-18T22:13:46-04:002022-05-11T05:55:20-04:00Dreamwalkers: Mastering Complete. . . "Music Is The Ride" Is Ready To Be Born<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/6bca41ea8b64a78d15dc92000ff493a35d49fa3d/original/29974ed3-bd1d-4535-acae-923c2b26c09b.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />It was 10.03 PM on Wednesday, August 18, 2021 when the final touches were put on the Dreamwalkers Album, "Music Is The Ride." Thanks to the herculean efforts of Patrick Russini at Alpha Ear Studios, we have completed the more than one year journey from our first scratch tracks to this final moment. </p>
<p>Kudos to band members, Tony Sheppard, Deborah Stern, Daniel Polyak, Dave Ross, special guest Jeff Hocker, and Executive Producer and Sound Engineer, Patrick Russini.</p>
<p>The album is a gem. Can't wait to share it with everyone. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/67202012021-08-18T08:13:22-04:002021-10-21T12:23:42-04:00Dreamwalkers: Mastering the Album Has Begun<p>Hi to all Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>I met with Patrick Russini at Alpha Ear Studio and we began the last component of creating the music for our Music Is The Ride album, mastering the tracks. As I've mentioned previously, mastering is a process in which the tracks get additional volume, and are polished in terms of equalization (which frequencies are boosted, which are cut) and compression (managing variations of sound levels).</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/4833a2245cde5e96db201ce12cd7a86479501271/original/d9330f18-cc4f-456e-a153-32c88a0c5528.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJjb250ZW50LnNpdGV6b29nbGUuY29tIn0=/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br> Pat and I always enjoy working together and the evening went smoothly. We had already put in many hours of mixing which made the mastering significantly easier and we finished six tracks: Road Song, Magnetic North, Music Is The Ride, Something 'Bout That Boy, Everything Is Changing, and Louisiana. From my completely unbiased (haha) perspective, the tracks are sounding wonderful. They are rich and luxurious without being over the top. The songs are terrific and the musicianship is excellent. </p>
<p>We will continue working this evening to finish and then everything regarding recording will be complete. It's time to shoot and album cover, write the copy for the album and get it printed. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/67052182021-08-03T01:28:06-04:002021-09-02T13:46:50-04:00Dreamwalkers: Music Is Still The Ride, Open Mic Tonight<p>Hello to all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>The closer one is to a goal the greater the frustration when there is a delay. We are ready to break through and have our album and play some cool venues to let people hear our original songs and covers. N o t y e t. Almost.</p>
<p><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/110b8d7db0081907437c0d2d29dda4287c7d51da/original/ec121431-2862-4dea-8ea2-8a03eaaa7d9d.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Anyway, as we figure it out, we will be playing the open mic at Stottlemyer's Smokehouse again today (Tuesday). We will probably go on about 7.30 or so and if you'd like to hang out with us come on over. The food is good and we had a good time last time, and expect to expand our experience. </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/f76fa74279237a44dd21daf99a320e224e7b0190/original/20ff33ed-8833-4c69-862d-8bd3ac0c864d.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Rehearsals are still fun, but I can tell we are chafing at the bit to get out and play. In the meantime, we will be learning new songs to keep the spark going. Hope to see everyone soon.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/67009662021-07-29T01:17:53-04:002022-03-09T05:43:11-05:00Dreamwalkers: Album at the Mastering Stage. . . Another Open Mic at Stottlemyer's Smokehouse<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/2b8c369c0c3013541905bf70a21e318d66531448/original/00145262-38e9-474f-bd52-b1380e95d4c7.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Hello Dreamwalkers,</p>
<p>Wednesday night the band rehearsed a three song set to play at Stottlemyer's next Tuesday. We learned at lot last time and have adjusted to the situation. We will play what I feel is the soul of the band. . . a Tom Petty medley, one of Debbie's songs and one of mine. This is our core, our soul and we will go with it.</p>
<p>The album is at a mastering stage and while it sounds wonderful in the mixing we have done, I know the mastering will polish it and make it really shine. It's a meticulous process and there is no one I'd rather have to it than Patrick Russini. </p>
<p>If you would like to join us Tuesday at Stottlemyer's come out and hang with the band. We will likely not be on until at least 7 PM. The food is good and the atmosphere is sweet. </p>
<p>We are really excited about the album and starting to play out. The rehearsals are very good. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/66976992021-07-25T10:09:19-04:002023-12-10T11:51:19-05:00Life Is An Amusement Park, Music Is The Ride<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/e670d0536d73ba210b5fec16836d45446c4538c7/original/f0dda5a6-8417-48a3-9d59-4d659aea2a8d.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>It’s been a long journey. Dreamwalkers band album “Music Is The Ride,” is recorded and mixed. Executive producer and sound engineer Patrick Russini will be mastering the tracks over the next week or so. We will have an album party soon and will let everyone know.<br> </p>
<p>I’ll give you an advance review from someone who is completely unbiased. Me. It sounds spectacular. Can’t wait to share it with everyone. Big thanks to bandmates, Tony Sheppard, Debbie Stern, Daniel Polyak, Dave Ross, and special guest Jeff Hocker. I will be eternally grateful to the brilliance of Patrick Russini. <br> </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/66948182021-07-22T00:52:06-04:002022-05-30T07:27:14-04:00Dreamwalkers: Mixing To Manifest A Dream<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/71237afb854d4282c1dcf3b3263503d214107feb/original/96926786-d29b-4c0f-b894-54da34d73dd4.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Debbie Stern and I met with Patrick Russini at his Alpha Ear Studio to continue mixing Dreamwalkers upcoming album “Music is the Ride.“ As we get near the end of this long journey, there is a tendency to wish that it was over already. However, we resisted that urge and put all our efforts into making the songs sound spectacular.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/f58c9adf2ce1f51812d0dc858671316f4f71482f/original/22dd01e0-8040-4d0b-aa31-4b1b1c90b427.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Tonight we finished three songs and they just sound great. We worked on two of Debbie Stern’s songs “something about that boy, and “and “Louisiana.” We also worked on my original song “Suggestion by Echo.” Patrick is such a wonderful sound arranger. It was a joy to watch him work. He could move the kick drum hone decibel down and free the vocals. His knowledge of how to create sound is remarkable. We are very blessed to have him working with us as executive producer and sound engineer. We could finish with all the mixing by the end of the week. Then Patrick will do the mastering and we are One album cover from done.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/66936582021-07-20T22:39:45-04:002021-09-19T14:25:02-04:00Dreamwalkers Play Open Mic at Stottlemyer’s Smokehouse <p>Hey Dreamwalkers everywhere,</p>
<p>The band played at the open mic at Stottlemyer’s Smokehouse. The format is that you get three songs and we decided to do three covers: The Word by The Beatles; Wild Horses by the Rolling Stones; and Comfortably Numb by Pink Floyd. Overall the songs went well and I was happy with our performance.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/2625604fdbfa14ebdfdec12fe550d5b2376546a4/original/2f0adc73-c56b-4986-b09f-874d06bca11e.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />we are in a learning mode right now and sorry to play out is very healthy for us as a band. We obviously have a strong connection with each other and there is a beautiful flow of energy and music amongst us. Three songs doesn’t allow much of a warm-up but we dove into the deep end and had fun.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/13b62a6239e38745fa4c6ab86c5a1b43986764ec/original/bf743bfe-e5a6-4fb0-b403-c3ac3114b0bd.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Tomorrow Debbie and I are going over to Patrick Russini’s Alpha Ear Studio to begin the final mixing of our album. Everything is sounding great and with our band starting to play out it’s a great time to be a Dreamwalker.</p>
<p><span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);">Peace,</span></p>
<p><span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);">Dr Dreamwalker </span><br><br> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/66927452021-07-20T00:12:46-04:002021-09-21T14:02:28-04:00Dreamwalkers Open Mic: Stottlemyer's Smokehouse<p>Hello to all those Dreamwalkers out there who wish to manifest a dream in real time.</p>
<p>Tomorrow evening, the band will venture out to Stottlemyer's Smokehouse to play at the open mic there on Tuesday evening (which technically is today). We had a great rehearsal tonight and we are ready. We don't know exactly when we will go on and we will be playing three songs and would welcome all of our friends coming out and hanging with us. The open mic starts at 6 and goes to 9, but we will be getting there early so we will likely be in the earlier part of the evening. Stottlemyer's is a cool place with terrific food and we are looking forward to playing there. </p>
<p>Wednesday and Thursday, Debbie Stern, Patrick Russini and I will go into Alpha Ear Studio and knock out the final mixes on our album. Everything is coming together and we expect the next few months will be Dreamwalkers time.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/110b8d7db0081907437c0d2d29dda4287c7d51da/original/ec121431-2862-4dea-8ea2-8a03eaaa7d9d.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br><br><br><br> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/66872022021-07-14T01:23:49-04:002021-09-19T16:59:08-04:00Dreamwalkers: Time to Play Out<p>Hey all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>Monday evening, we had a really wonderful rehearsal. Everything was tight and energetic. Still, practice is not the same as game time. So, drummer Daniel Polyak and I went out looking for a venue. The gig at the Cortez Bar N Grill was a nonstarter, but we did get to Stottlemeyer's to check out their open mic and it looked like a great place for us to start, so next Tuesday we will be doing a short set there. We will spotlight the strengths of our group, tight harmonies from Debbie Stern, great rhythm from Daniel and bass guitar player, Dave Ross, and the spectacular guitar of l'angelo mysteriouso, Tony Sheppard. If you'd like to join us, hang out a bit, the open mic starts at 6 and we don't really know when we will be on, but the place has great brisket and lots of other good things to eat and drink. We are definitely friendly and the sound is good. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/4f7fc1c42d64350f8dff94d6ea7c5d965c04ae65/original/399e3bcd-864a-43cb-b335-56d9fa8801af.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/66829892021-07-09T00:03:35-04:002021-10-07T04:04:08-04:00Dreamwalkers: Music is the Mixing and Mastering Ride<p>Hello to all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>Big day for the band. Patrick Russini's Alpha Ear Studio was the meeting place for Pat, Debbie Stern and I to begin mixing our songs in earnest. Pat has been mixing as we go, so we did not have to start from scratch. The amazing thing to me was how a sound, unlike any other band, is emerging. </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/8661e802cc8ae9ab2b59eeafecc9b3815e70e1ee/original/e6497a40-e739-4c98-b36d-95c903bebb87.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>I've often said in posts like this that there was a Dreamwalkers sound that we were accessing. It is now becoming clearer and clearer to me what that sound scape entails. It's a journey into our souls and inner ears. The sound is lush and big. Debbie's vocal harmonies and background voicings are luxurious and gorgeous. Tony's guitar choices fit the various styles beautifully, from jazzy influenced hollowbody sounds, to country stratocaster licks, to rocking 70s SG sounds, he's on target and amazing. Dave Ross's bass is steady and foundational and Daniel Polyak (as well as a guest appearance by Pat Russini) provide the engine for the songs. I participate with rhythm electrics and acoustics, as well as some nylon string finger style guitar. I definitely was punching above my weight class, but made it through.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/7717c00b38f1de66d6ed67a191bb3df077886b70/original/b79defd1-c4a5-4865-9166-2e6f9dbedbcf.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />The mixing process involves hearing not just how each instrument or voice sounds, but how it all fits together. I had some ideas of what I wanted based on some reference tracks, songs I thought sounded really good sonically. I liked the sound on George Harrison's "What Is Life?" and we started surfing off that to get a drum sound, and soon transcended it to get our own sound. The process was exhilarating and the tracks are sounding terrific.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/27a6f325ad780bdccacf060a2de0d9df95ff916f/original/3f7b2a9c-5e19-4846-a41c-a72843f21bad.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />We completed mixing six tracks: Music Is The Ride (our title track), Don't Give Me A Second Thought (Let Me Be Your First), Eveything Is Changing, How I Love to Love You Lord, Good to See You Gone, and Magnetic North. Patrick sailed almost effortlessly through the different styles and we communicate almost psychically, often coming up with similar ideas for the overall sound. Pat, of course, is able to translate our ideas into a real time sound by his knowledge of Pro Tools and the rest of his arsenal of sound equipment.</p>
<p>The tracks are sounding amazing. We hope to finish mixing next week and then start on Mastering the sounds, which will be the final polishing of each track and getting them ready for publication. It's such an exciting time to be a Dreamwalker.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/66687282021-06-24T23:41:53-04:002021-09-02T12:20:23-04:00Dreamwalkers: Music Is the Ride. . . Album tracks done. Mixing and Mastering Next<p>Hey Dreamwalkers. . . </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/bfdd4e06035ea23973881d18be4d4922cab57a34/original/47a19e4a-29a0-453c-b5b5-80e2da2dec80.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Our long journey of laying down album tracks is now complete. Tony Sheppard played brilliantly today, finishing lead guitar tracks on Debbie Stern's songs "Tricks On Me," "Call Me Love," and "I Think I Think Too Much," as well as my "Silence Between Worlds." The experience was marvelous as Tony was at the top of his game, gracefully moving between the different styles in the songs like a Porsche changing gears. </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/34655c63fb6004e6e9f387bd397568132077a5a8/original/baeab099-3224-4fea-88f0-1d749056a93f.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>To say Tony is brilliant is putting it mildly. He certainly put down some tasty and heartfelt tracks today. Executive Producer, Patrick Russini, will be putting the tracks together and we will mix and master them over the next few weeks, work on some art for the disc and a new Dreamwalkers album will be ready.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/da40c763ceef0c6d091aa30efc9d537e09e1ba9b/original/0667632d-5e8e-450e-9f86-d09ee67a5721.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>In other news, we will be playing out on Saturday, July 17 at Cortez Bar n Grill. Details to follow. </p>
<p>Thanks to Patrick Russini, Tony Sheppard, and Debbie Stern for todays recording, as well as Daniel Polyak, Dave Ross, and special guest Jeff Hocker for providing tracks for the album. We are ready to move forward.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><br><br> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/66629132021-06-18T01:22:51-04:002021-08-10T13:08:44-04:00Dreamwalkers: Music Is The Ride<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/2b926a748791d606d57595efa5a5bad25e4351fb/original/b26bea51-ecbc-48fd-90ca-4c567669cabc.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);">Hello to all my</span> Dreamwalkers out there. Thursday, Tony Sheppard continued to lay down lead guitar tracks for the upcoming Dreamwalkers Band album, “Music Is The Ride.”</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/20f349a2cf576fe897bc39993e0ce0562f9e633f/original/3892fa74-604e-407a-af3e-3599ab0d7599.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Tony worked on the title track for the album as well as Debbie Stern‘s beautiful “how I love to love you Lord.“ The two tracks were very different but as usual, Tony surfed the waves of the vibes and came up with really fantastic lead guitar work. He rocked the house and then dialed in an incredibly spiritual lead for Debbie’s song</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/3723b8ee2e07b361b5b547fa2670d43f02898cf4/original/c126a3da-c584-434e-9d45-8aea21d47b12.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />We are blessed to have him with us. I so thoroughly enjoy his playing. It is a rare privilege to be there when he creates these masterpieces that complete the songs we’ve been working on for so long.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/66576282021-06-12T14:35:40-04:002021-11-27T15:20:51-05:00Dreamwalkers album 2.0 about to come in for a landing<p>Hello to all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>I usually blog every week but the week has been so hectic and filled with wonderful things and challenges that I hadn’t had a chance to write until now. As a band we are making great progress. The rehearsals are about fine tuning the presentation and our album is progressing beautifully. It’s a little frustrating that it takes so long but we are focused on getting it right.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/8bcd8d0136863a82081f581403dc5783fad2f5e2/original/7ceea12f-8b7b-4320-8a16-2500fde9b8e3.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />On Thursday, Debbie Stern, Tony Sheppard, Patrick Russini and I met at Patrick’s studio to continue laying down lead guitar tracks. We worked on my song “two insomnia’s.” The song has a Latin feel and includes some pretty fabulous bass from founder, Jeff Hocker. Tony really gets this but it’s one thing to do it on a Latin song another thing to do it on my song.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/7f9e2a5766359083d5f7a1561f5c43dfbb13eb9c/original/61843468-0cf4-4098-ac36-660ed3579cc7.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />We marched through this song and it kept getting better and better. Tony was figuring out all the little places to put Guitar fills and then a really spectacular solo. He really is a super guitar player in my opinion the best in the area.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/06c7aef85cf58253c6c02f1a8e1b880e299a04f7/original/4d58c687-ae50-4923-a42a-99ca65056f16.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Having Debbi and Patrick supplying musical ideas is always fantastic. I feel blessed to have these amazing musicians and people in my life and our album will be done soon and will have a big party when it is.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/c3fa9eabd95761d369892a53f6286b6b7cf728e0/original/386c4f4c-6695-41e8-b7d3-1724119d7e96.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />So for now we are looking for places to play and we’re working hard on finishing the album. We have a few more songs to lay down lead guitar tracks then it’s mixing and mastering and the creation will be completed, but the journey will be out there.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/66487032021-06-03T16:38:11-04:002022-08-13T01:16:31-04:00Tony Sheppard is one Brilliant Guitar Player<p>Hey Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>Everyone knows I think Tony Sheppard is a wonderful guitarist. Today, he surpassed anything I ever felt or knew about him. We were recording at Patrick Russini's Alpha Ear Studio and had limited time. We wanted to complete two songs and maybe connect with a third. Tony completed absolutely stunning lead guitar tracks for three very different songs in less that three hours. He took on my Johnny Cash meets the X-Files, The Outsider, and got the right tone and feel. Then he moved on to Debbie Stern's "Good To See You Gone," and "Don't Give Me A Second Thought," one of which is dark and edgy, while the other was happy and hopeful. He nailed all three.</p>
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<p>I was in awe. He went from one song to the next almost seamlessly, with just a short break for us to think about which guitar and what sounds would work, and he was just unstoppable. Bravo to Tony Sheppard. I think you are going to be amazed when you hear the final tracks. He did honor to our songs and made them better than they were.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/b07f07749055f3bad4c9c2810e7d713e4466744a/original/217a9df6-e4f6-44fd-b355-88fcf9453b4c.png/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Patrick did his usual, wonderful job of dialing in the sounds and Debbie and I did encourage Tony several times regarding the emotion of the songs, but Tony did the heavy lifting today. We are more than halfway through the final section of recording and hopefully will be done within a month and can get to final mixing and mastering. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/66421212021-05-27T23:26:50-04:002022-05-23T00:50:17-04:00Dreamwalkers Album 2.0: At the Mixing Board. . . Jesse Playing Out<p>Hello to all Dreamwalkers. Today, Tony Sheppard was unavailable for recording, so Patrick Russini, Debbie Stern and decided to work on mixing the tracks in which recording was completed.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/639afbd75634672d92eec38f289b3e245ce056ee/original/a6f43065-1b85-4a5c-b061-9a3d577f573c.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />I must admit I love working in the studio. Even though the learning curve was very steep, I had a blast in 2019 mixing and mastering our album. Patrick gave me a consult but in this effort he is at the helm. I think I did a great job. . . for an amateur. Patrick is a pro and the sound is luxurious.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/87905bf241117d4016a8b597a3f182616dfa85c2/original/094a048a-62f1-42e2-8d1b-f76e2ffe94d7.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />We mixed five of our original songs, Magnetic North, Something About That Boy, Everything Is Changing, Louisiana Playing On My Mind, and Suggestion By Echo. One of the great things about Patrick is his openness to ideas. I never worry about being put down for expressing an idea. I loved hearing Patrick build the track, instrument by instrument, all the while knowing what the big picture is and how the overall song should sound.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/d1267b669a491ca8d13f9f88bb53d0b3c1670cdf/original/b37203c3-67d5-4469-a19b-e6677f7e9d13.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />The songs we have completed have a luxurious sound, a Dreamwalkers sound emerging. Tony will be back recording next week and we may have a surprise guest.</p>
<p>One more thing. This cool photo of Jesse Lipman made it's way to Facebook. Jesse, who helps us out in so many ways, is a talented musician as well and plays regularly out in St. Armans Circle.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/53b4e6f456fd657053e8b33fa7f91ca64c7fd027/original/76a0a7af-57aa-4984-b607-e8987a1c326d.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>See you soon,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/66379702021-05-23T09:31:53-04:002022-03-04T14:49:53-05:00Dreamwalkers: Myakka Moonlighters<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/4f7fc1c42d64350f8dff94d6ea7c5d965c04ae65/original/399e3bcd-864a-43cb-b335-56d9fa8801af.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Hello to all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>We had such fun playing out at Myakka Moonlighters on Saturday. The weather cooperated, as we went from Florida late spring very warm, to a sweet, pleasant evening, with a gentle breeze. We had a nice crowd with some friends who had journeyed from Venice and Sarasota to support the band, and a number of local people who support the idea.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/110b8d7db0081907437c0d2d29dda4287c7d51da/original/ec121431-2862-4dea-8ea2-8a03eaaa7d9d.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />There were so many highlights I don't want to miss any, but overall we were happy with our sound, performance, and the interactions with the audience. A number of people moved up in front of us and were dancing like we were in the 1960s. Debbie Stern sang like a star, and her songs never sounded better. Dave Ross sent us into outer space on Space Oddity. Daniel Polyak was energized and happy playing his drum kit and the spirit infused all our songs with extra sparkle. Tony Sheppard's tour de force was his own Road Song that led into his dazzing lead guitar on Comfortably Numb. It is always a great joy for me to play my original songs with this terrific band backing me up. I thought Diamond Filled Bouquet and Two Insomnias came out really well.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/91b4b7f0844f84d2be983f0d70fa6b2e944c3192/original/2ce7d601-4901-4b4b-a77d-fbed2976fc39.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />We are learning and growing with each performance. For me, a live show is worth 12 rehearsals. Here are some photos from setting up. We thank Jesse Lipman for all his wonderful help in getting everything together and assisting in every way to make the show happen.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/81ba55744c47816cfe59d29344c022d2dcca154c/original/a9a6b1bb-ed5d-4afc-b2f0-e80c74b7f789.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/0627a92fa06bbab190657a9aaf94d6c45a919f3d/original/e51ca55b-fac9-442b-a15b-228a16110a55.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/6e798131e7c35b9348707170264b26a03ba8b284/original/2f9f9586-f5a4-4cc4-a8da-ca6c0916ed2f.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/f484e1f9dbed9c2f0079b325a38df0fb6c93266a/original/35aeb689-d531-4215-8227-96efbae876ae.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/cc78c8e3c95365a07f38467c72f0ece31e599769/original/36c18b3e-9004-4fba-a885-4d2fe5baedcf.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br>We ended with the song our album will be titled, "Music Is The Ride," and the crowd wanted an encore, so we played Neil Young's "Harvest Moon." We were tired but really happy. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/ac4772e157752e8762cd308ebbad67772d59bc3b/original/d38b522f-7fd6-4ec4-b0ae-f18f2c4ffbf5.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/660ceae7265aa7844d7a0b4d412746f5db488635/original/6e6ab689-7403-4cae-952b-5e9ace7d1a5a.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/66360322021-05-20T23:42:11-04:002021-10-22T04:01:14-04:00Dreamwalkers Album 2.0: Lead Guitar Process<p>Hello to all my Dreamwalkers wherever you may roam,</p>
<p>Tony Sheppard is holding center stage in the stretch run of our album recording project, "Music Is The Ride." Tony, Debbie Stern and I met at Patrick Russini's Alpha Ear Studio to continue recording lead tracks for the album, and what a great day it was.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/9c65c64582742972475b194f1d6b8623a9135412/original/98a725d3-db72-4238-a678-27d588a20284.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Tony completed lead tracks on two of Debbie's songs, "Something 'Bout That Boy" and "Louisiana Playin' On My Mind," and my own "Magnetic North." I'd call the day Hard Fun. I salute Tony's steadfastness in hanging in there as we crafted the sound for each song. He used different guitars and different effects to get a great sound on each. While the sounds reflected the emotion of the song, it was Tony's incredible skill and heart that in the end was the thread that tied them together. </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/cbedb24dd2158a09d3bb96d2e07578c9068b7037/original/1f23da0d-d19a-45dd-b894-9cc3027f07a0.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />He played several different guitars on today's journey. We have to thank Lenny Brooks for getting the Heritage H-535 ready for the session. He had to swap out and install a new bridge and it sounded like an Eric Clapton Cream era tone. Lenny also worked on the Sea Foam colored Stratocaster that gave us a sweet Nashville type sound. Bravo, Lenny.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/8feb7c6c82895fcead3f96f14106b99b9082d8b4/original/d073355d-00d6-4170-881b-5714b04fbef8.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />My original song, Magnetic North gave Tony a chance to stretch out and play rock and roll and he did not disappoint. Most people have never heard his rock and roll roots, as he's played in local Latin and Ska bands, but he can rock. We pushed him to come out of his shell and bring on his inner Jimmy Page. Very cool.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/0e9da5d953e02f5c4cd059e970ffb96eafd53d31/original/04d49f87-53b8-47cb-843d-162ada8400c3.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Of course, Pat's dog, Biggie, is always there for emotional support. Patrick sets up such a welcoming environment, but no doubt about his commitment to excellence. The sound is luxurious and I am so thrilled we are coming close to completing the project.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/2ad8ef6bb94eb8b9c180c5b302f99ac44809a518/original/d4569755-b1c9-4d6a-94bf-845f134039dc.jpeg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Hope to see everyone Saturday, May 22, 6-9. at Myakka Moonlighters. It's a wonderful venue, out in the country where you can see the stars emerge, stretch out, bring a cooler, feel the vibe, listen and join together with the band.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/66312282021-05-15T13:09:11-04:002021-09-29T05:46:26-04:00Dreamwalkers Mini-Reunion: Tommy Emmanuel Concert<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/d1a588e2b40921c925bf887b70e3cc1520622e0b/original/ee3bc9fa-d4a0-4671-acb1-93b05a3a6d0a.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Hello to all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>I never miss an opportunity to see a legend. Tommy Emmanuel qualifies as a legendary guitar player. The last concert I saw before the pandemic was Tommy Emmanuel in Key West February 2020. Then everything shut down. Things are opening up a little bit now and I was thrilled to hear that Tommy will be playing at Jannus live in Saint Petersburg. I was even more thrilled to know that my brother and Cofounder of the band, Jeff Hocker, would be in town. Neither Jeff nor Lead guitar player Tony Sheppard had ever seen Tommy before and it was fun to experience them experiencing him.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/b5b46a8ed9cb3decf8e22b79733b5cf5e46bcbe8/original/338baab1-2a48-48e9-a02d-013cc1f31046.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Tammy Emanuel was of course spectacular. What a performer. He inspires me to do better always.</p>
<p>On a sad personal note. Our dear friend and friend of the band, Martin, a man of endless smiles, sweet spirit, and those fabulous hats and boots that I love, passed away the other day. I will miss him. Peace to you Martin. Once again we are given a measure of how we need to appreciate every day and fill it with love.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/66298802021-05-13T20:53:40-04:002022-06-01T21:03:09-04:00Dreamwalkers Album 2.0. . . The Tony Sheppard Show--Lead Guitar<p>Hello Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>We are in the stretch run of laying down tracks. Today, Tony Sheppard began the task of turning really great tracks into something absolutely special with his lyrical, melodic, powerful lead guitar work</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/300c21aa0ad029be12c2d00b56dc286ebc7eafaa/original/ca5af098-9628-4366-ba81-c841c9a9116e.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>We arrived at Alpha Ear Studio early and were greeted by Biggie, Patrick Russini's dog, who welcomed us with his giant barks and sweet energy. Tony and Patrick set up and I went to get them some breakfast.</p>
<p>They were just about set up when I returned. Patrick and Tony began to dial in the sound and we settled on a Flanger and Overdrive pedal to begin. We started on "Everything Is Changing," a song so apropos for our world and our band. Tony used a Japanese Fender Stratocaster to bring fantastic color and spice to the song. We went for a late 60s sound and Tony really hit it beautifully.</p>
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<p>We took a break and then Tony dug into Suggestion By Echo, my psychospritiual rock and roll anthem. We tried several guitars until Tony played his Gibson Howard Roberts and an Eric Claptonish lead began to emerge. He went through several passes and then took a break and nailed it. His tonal color was just gorgeous and even played some Allmanese harmony leads.</p>
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<p>It was a great start to the final leg of our recording. Tony will work on all the songs, including his own and then it's time for Patrick to do his magic in mixing and mastering.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/66237962021-05-06T23:21:57-04:002021-05-06T23:21:57-04:00Dreamwalkers Album 2.0: Vocals Completed<p>Hi to all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>Big day for our album. I met with Debbie Stern and sound engineer/executive producer, Patrick Russini and we completed all the vocals for our upcoming Dreamwalkers album, "Music Is The Ride."</p>
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<p>Debbie is so adept at singing harmony and doing background vocals, the effect on the songs is just remarkable. I have a sense it's rubbing off on me. I was able to jump in, hear, and sing harmonies I had never practiced. This was a new development and it's one of those experiences when you do something you never thought you could do. This is how confidence grows.</p>
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<p>Since all lead vocals were completed, we did background vocals on Debbie's "Tricks On Me," "Good To See You Gone," and "Don't Give Me A Second Thought (Let Me Be Your First)," and my "Music Is the Ride," the title song for our album. It was "Tricks On Me" that I was tested. Patrick turned to me and said we need your voice in the middle. Dave Ross had already sang the low harmony and Debbie had the lead and high one. I don't really know what happened but I sort of knew what to sing and with a little encouragement from Debbie, sang it like I've been doing this my whole life. I turned to Debbie and said, "Hey, this is really fun." It sure was. Debbie said, "Your singing inspired me to hit the drums." For some reason that sounded really funny to me and I got a good laugh.</p>
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<p>We reviewed the songs in Patrick's control room and they sounded great. This is without effects and with only a very preliminary mixing. Next, Tony Sheppard brings his guitar wizardry into the studio and when he is done, the album is ready for effects, mixing and mastering. Then we have a party. You will be invited.</p>
<p>Remember, we will be playing at Myakka Moonlighters on May 22. It's a sweet venue and we had a blast playing out there in the fall. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/66201722021-05-03T11:35:38-04:002021-07-17T02:33:35-04:00Dreamwalkers: Eagle's Club<p>Hello to all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/92f8300dea770430e863d489d6fd4a39d8544bbd/original/rs-deb-smiles.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" />We had a blast playing and are spending time with the videos to produce something special for all our friends and family. Some highlights were Debbie's "Something About That Boy," and "How I Love To Love you Lord." Tony's lead guitar on "Comfortably Numb" was spectacular. I sent the raw video to a friend in California who said, "gosh, your guitarist really nailed David Gilmour’s solos." Yes he did. Dave did an amazing job on "Space Oddity." Daniel was lights out on "Boys of Summer." For me, I loved playing "Music Is The Ride," and doing our medley of "Saving Grace/Stop Dragging' My Heart Around." </p>
<p>It's an exciting time for us. Vocals on the album should be finished on Thursday. Then Tony Sheppard will put his guitar wizardry on the tracks. We will be playing at Myakka Moonlighters on May 22. Hope you guys will join us. We played there last year and it's a very sweet venue. I'm really looking forward to it.</p>
<p>Much appreciation for Jesse Lipman. I don't know how I would have survived this without your help brother. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/66177492021-04-30T01:21:14-04:002021-04-30T01:21:14-04:00Dreamwalkers: Album 2.0 Vocals <p>Hey Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>Here is Tink, Patrick's cat. She fiercely upholds and protects the sanctity of Alpha Ear Studio. </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/73f37cde1043b586371309d7f54990443f4cdc0d/original/d9b0acdb-2c1f-4d50-a617-4ec01d2b963d.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Debbie Stern and I went into Alpha Ear Studio on Thursday and had quite a fantastic session. We worked on three songs, Debbie's "How I Love To Love You Lord," and "Good To See You Gone," and my "Silence Between The Worlds." We were able to complete the lead vocals as well as doubling on all three, and finished the harmonies and background vocals on "How I Love To Love You Lord" and "Silence Between The Worlds." What a sweet and wonderful journey.</p>
<p>Debbie is just a genius at harmony and background vocals. Her voice is such an amazing instrument. The creativity in the moment is breathtaking. Once again, I was able to do things I didn't think I could do, which is always welcome. I had never sung Debbie's song before and I had to jump in and do background and was able to do so efficiently. I'm finding I am enjoying singing background and harmony, especially on Debbie's terrific songs.</p>
<p>We only have background and harmony vocals on a few more songs and we will pass the baton to Tony Sheppard for lead guitar. Then we mix and master and have an album. </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/4dfacbd424d7893df4a5c4dca62fc4cfb20270e4/original/791f115c-76e6-4a83-a187-0fd9c44e24e7.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Peace, </p>
<p>Tink. . . well actually Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/66105612021-04-21T21:41:26-04:002021-04-21T21:41:26-04:00Dreamwalkers Gig Prep<p>Hi all of my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>I thought I'd share a little bit of our prep for the gig. Rehearsal on Monday was reserved for tightening up any loose ends, and making final decisions as to what we are planning on playing. Once final decisions were made, I came up with two sets we will be playing. </p>
<p>Then everyone has to put together the book. It consists of song sheets with each song in order so we don't have to look around for the songs. Personally, I do my best to commit songs to memory, but there are a lot of songs, so it's nice to have backup.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/7938e2f9ad0b092244c7348dc6da4798c03ffd09/original/a127d8da-3ebc-4ec1-8124-cb363078c588.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Lights are ready, cables, PA system, music stands, booms for microphones, microphones, tables, water, extra strings, tuners, batteries are among the items needing to be packed up. We have engaged a sound person and a video person. Our good friend, Jessie Lipman is there to help me put everything together. </p>
<p>The band is very excited to get out and play. Hope to see you Sunday.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/3e819b91482068e42c69f6022c8f84ceaeda72e7/original/fb84f061-1822-4c19-b0ec-f020791b8519.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/66088332021-04-20T00:58:16-04:002021-04-20T01:01:59-04:00Dreamwalkers: Ready, Steady, Go<p>Hi to all you Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>So there is good news and bad news regarding our gig on Sunday. The bad news is it might rain again. The good news is we are playing indoors so it's ready, steady, go. </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/3e819b91482068e42c69f6022c8f84ceaeda72e7/original/fb84f061-1822-4c19-b0ec-f020791b8519.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />We had our last rehearsal prior to the gig and everything is in place. The rehearsal was spirited and good, but thankfully not perfect. Don't want to leave our best stuff in rehearsal. Daniel was really strong on drums tonight, he is so much fun for me to play and hang out with.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/b0f65363894b0a24a28dd2602800b3b3cc58d1ae/original/3ace20ff-b6ba-4bcd-8b45-bf82e66b749a.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Debbie and I worked out our singing parts for "Boys of Summer," one of my favorite songs. Although Don Henley made the song famous, it was written by Mike Campbell of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. Imagine being so filled up with good songs you can pass that one on. Debbie is a musical genius, especially with voice. </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/d32cc8cb92df1d1cba87114ec247820d701e5e0f/original/1fe858e8-3ccc-47a2-b1ad-dc852c40b6d1.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Sure am glad to have Tony Sheppard wailing away on guitar. He can play any style and is a compendium of so many songs in his head. IMO, His playing has never been better.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/4611deb2da060e24c63f3ad386b1334a5f4c4ddc/original/33650e91-7f27-4622-b738-d6407137980f.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Dave Ross is steady on the bass guitar. He was singing up a storm last night. </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/8692d6151b3a019385ba69811bb62bf953318ca4/original/3f1bfafc-d1e3-4f43-87fe-d4b92e7d52b5.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Finally, me, you own Dr Dreamwalker. I am really proud to be part of this band and can't wait until Sunday when we begin to share our spirit disguised as songs. I believe in our original songs and love the covers we have mindfully chosen. The songs are balanced, the sound is ready, and we are expecting a forecast of great music and fun on Sunday.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/66024232021-04-13T00:03:07-04:002021-04-13T00:03:07-04:00Dreamwalkers: Rainout. . . Reconnect<p>Hey friends of Dreamwalkers Band,</p>
<p>Well, as they say in Florida, "We need the rain." Unfortunately, after a string of beautiful days, Dreamwalkers Band gig in Siesta Key was rained out. As it turned out, we made there right call as the venue had some flooding. We are energetically looking for a place to play on April 25 and will let everyone know.</p>
<p>So I think we had a little more energy to put into rehearsal Monday evening and it was just a fantastic reconnect. I was pretty tired at the end, but it was really fun and we played great. Can't wait to play out.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/b92ff78875ab9839b79c27c3763f73b51db7abf2/original/32c37e26-cffc-425d-9e67-cd6dede8c657.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/80aa349b1e7aeec434344fd19414dab85bd8d48a/original/5e0cba2d-aacc-4457-b7af-480afc3e80b1.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/65988002021-04-08T21:49:28-04:002021-04-08T23:10:17-04:00Dreamwalkers Album 2.0 Adding A Voice<p>Hi Dreamwalkers,</p>
<p>We are continuing to record vocals and are getting to the last few songs for our album. Today, we brought in our bass guitar player, Dave Ross, to provide a low end voice for harmony and doubling. </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/4833a2245cde5e96db201ce12cd7a86479501271/original/d9330f18-cc4f-456e-a153-32c88a0c5528.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br>Never having sung in a studio environment before, Dave was thrown in at the deep end of the pool. However, with some encouragement, he began to swim and did well. We worked on Debbie Stern's songs "Tricks On Me" and "Don't Give Me A Second Thought (Let Me Be Your First)" and my original song "Music Is The Ride."</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/65249a940d78dfe2e865c938da775622d5746600/original/b8306c39-d719-4b9a-a9af-12f5bf8d7c5c.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br>Debbie's lead vocals were marvelous on her songs and I was able to sing harmony on Don't Give Me A Second Thought. I'm still somewhat surprised I am able to pick up the harmonies so quickly. I'm learning a lot in these sessions. Patrick guided us through the process and Biggie was around for moral support and unconditional love.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/481624e2e7c8772d5ec140f2623f6c7e5de81586/original/c7b00b98-c0b6-4c10-b954-26e05f6e671c.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/505b8861b5bbbcb67aad411c6a0bd55dd2571d80/original/31cf0b31-974a-4e42-91b8-d03e025d33fb.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br>We have a few more songs to complete and have some more vocal spice to add to our album. Then we will hand off the baton to Tony Sheppard and his brilliant lead guitar playing to finish the laying down of tracks on the album. Then we mix and master.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/746ba296d7ce2a834ca8b7590910da4cab38dfd2/original/14447420-e305-438c-b274-542aae7b3322.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /> </p>
<p>Remember, we'd like to see all of our friends out there this Sunday, April 11 6-9 PM for a Celebration of Live Music on Siesta Key. 6250 Midnight Pass Rd. Parking Code 0411.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/65954322021-04-06T03:03:49-04:002021-04-06T03:08:04-04:00Dreamwalkers: Rehearsal. . . Recording. . . Revealing<p>Hey Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>It's a busy and exciting time for the band. We've been moving through the vocal section of our album, while preparing to play out. </p>
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<p>Last Thursday, Debbie Stern and Patrick Russini guided me through the vocals on my songs: Two Insomnias; Everything Is Changing; and Music Is The Ride. The singing was great fun and equally challenging. Listening back to it was quite an experience, as the songs began to truly take shape right in front of us. Debbie Stern put vocal magic on the songs, both in terms of the harmonies as well as using her voice as an instrument. What a unique and amazingly gifted singer. Patrick had idea after idea as to how to spice things up and there will be some vocal surprises on the album. We are so blessed to have him producing the album.</p>
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<p>So, with our Siesta Key Celebration of Live Music set for Sunday, April 11 from 6-9 PM, we rehearsed Monday night in preparation of the gig. It was another strong rehearsal, not perfect, but very satisfying to play in. We have Debbie and my original songs prepared, and there will be some cover song surprises. We are going off the high dive several times during our setlist, doing things other bands would likely not attempt.</p>
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<p>Dreamwalkers Band take manifesting our dreams seriously. This is one of those times when we are playing out because we are intent on revealing our dreams in real time. We will dream out loud for you, so come out and join us. It's a gorgeous spot and we all need to celebrate the return of live music, our vibrational life blood and healer.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p>P.S. Our celebration of live music will take place Sunday, April 11 from 6-9 PM, 6250 Midnight Pass Rd., Siesta Key. Leave a comment here with a way to contact you and I'll give you the parking code. Or you can e-mail me: dr.richardschulman@yahoo.com; Facebook IM; or text 941.348.4740.</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/65887772021-03-30T06:17:11-04:002022-02-18T20:30:32-05:00Dreamwalkers: Let's Have Fun Singing and Get Ready For Playing Out<p>While our Heartbeat, Daniel Polyak is out of town, we have been getting together for what are supposed to be vocal rehearsals, and technically they are, but what they really are is us singing songs we love and having fun. Yesterday evening, Dave, Debbie (with Joey), and Tony came over and we had some pizza, and then pulled out a few guitars and began to make music.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/0cd26eccb8394cacd5af9efc2b0e232daeab5663/original/3831ae16-e202-4867-ab13-388a8477b972.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br>We began our musical evening with "The Shape I'm In" a classic song by The Band. This one moves along beautifully and fits our vibe. Dave sings lead and there are fun harmonies, led by Debbie. Tony gets the guitar solo and it's just a great vibe.</p>
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<p>Of course Joey wants to be a part of everything, and he gets activated by the music until he runs out of energy and then can settle down. We played Debbie's "Tricks On Me" and Dave got the harmony part down. Imagine a bass guitar player who sings harmony. . . what a great deal. Then we played Boys of Summer, the Don Henley classic, and I just love that one. I get to sing the lead. We went through Space Oddity, my own Music Is The Ride, the great Steve Winwood song, Can't Find My Way Home and ended the evening with some work on The Beatles tune, With A Little Help From My Friends. What a fun way to practice.</p>
<p>Then ICE CREAM!</p>
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<p>Joey didn't want Tony to leave, but as George Harrison once said, "All Things Must Pass," and Tony needs his sleep.</p>
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<p>A reminder. . . we will be playing out Sunday, April 11 6-9 PM on Siesta Key. If you'd like to join us, please contact me at dr.richardschulman@yahoo.com, through Facebook IM, on this page or by text 941.348.4740. I'll get you directions and the parking code.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/65852122021-03-26T00:50:43-04:002021-03-26T00:56:07-04:00Dreamwalkers Album 2.0: Vocals Moving Rapidly and Beautifully<p>Hey Dreamwalkers Out There,</p>
<p>Vocal recording day at Alpha Ear Studio. We completed vocals on three songs, Debbie's Call Me Love and I Think I Think Too Much, and my Magnetic North. I've got to tell you, it was such an incredible thrill to sing backup on Debbie Stern's songs. Her sensitivity and feel for the songs are wonderful and the idea I could contribute to the sound was amazing to me. The support I felt from Debbie and Executive Producer, Patrick Russini created such a comfortable atmosphere for the day. </p>
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<p>Debbie Stern is a consummate professional. She creates gorgeous soundscapes with her voice. Debbie's songs are heartfelt and her lead vocals are wonderful in expressing the emotions of the songs. Her harmonies and other background vocals are out of this world. She has a gift for hearing the harmonies, but also works very hard to get it right. I know if singing is being recorded, it needs to be excellent.</p>
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<p>I was a little nervous going in as I never sang harmonies in a studio setting in the past. The knowledge I gained from studying singing with Debbie bore fruit today. I felt I had been launched into a new world. I was able to sing the harmonies effectively and double my own vocals fairly easily. Doubling vocals is a John Lennon technique in which the singer sings the song again, attempting to sing it a second time and get as close to the original as possible. The tiny differences create a fatter sound. Patrick and Debbie seemed happy with both harmonies and doubling, so I was relieved. Singing my own song revealed a depth and confidence I had not felt before today. Wow.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/a407c93d0e545781f41696d13d96143e025c11c8/original/1d19efb7-c931-4087-a659-9466c9b17cf1.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />I've got to say what a privilege it is for me to sing and play with Debbie Stern and have Patrick Russini at the controls. The lead guitars of Tony Sheppard have not been recorded yet. At one point Patrick turned to me and said, "All those guitars are you." Singing backup on Debbie's wonderful songs was a thrill. The most amazing thing is how well the Dreamwalkers project is going. We should have an album for everyone by the end of May. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/65820092021-03-22T23:23:27-04:002021-12-14T22:55:19-05:00Dreamwalkers: We Love To Sing. . . Joey Joins Rehearsal<p>Hi to all those Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>We admit it. We love to sing. With our Heartbeat, Daniel Polyak, unable to make tonight's rehearsal, the remainder of the Dreamwalkers crew decided to have a vocal rehearsal led by Debbie Stern. Debbie is a wonder when it comes to singing. Some of her suggestions turned into lessons, which is okay by me. We were joined by Debbie's new puppy, Joey. The little guy seems to respond strongly to music, either relaxing deeply or howling with us.</p>
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<p>Dave Ross and Tony Sheppard added their voices to our songs and we are in process of becoming a more vocal oriented group. Debbie chooses the harmonies carefully, although at times, I'd say I can't remember them without a lot of practice, and I've actually spontaneously come up with a different one that fit. Harmony is an art form with a bit of vibrational science on board.</p>
<p>We worked on harmonies for End of the Line, Wild Horses, Don't Give Me A Second Thought, West LA Fadeaway. We also began to rehearse Dave's suggestion of The Band "Shape I'm In."</p>
<p>The night was great fun, and at the end ice cream with chocolate syrup made it feel like a music party, which in essence it was. </p>
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<p>A reminder. . . we will be playing on April 11 6-9. If you'd like to attend please contact me: dr.richardschulman@yahoo.com; 941-348-4740; on the contact page of our website; or send up smoke signals, any way to connect with us. It should be great fun as we have been aiming for it for a while.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/65780882021-03-18T14:34:48-04:002021-08-03T15:37:44-04:00Dreamwalkers Album 2.0: Vocals <p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/61c7c08792176891216a31ef9c29885e5242a966/original/62832394-091e-4c67-ae22-4a9cccc7eae8.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Today was my day to begin vocal recording on my own original songs, "The Outsider" and "Suggestion By Echo." The experience of doing so with the support of Debbie Stern and Patrick Russini at Patrick's Alpha Ear Studio was just spectacular. The key was to have fun and be myself and after getting rid of few jitters the fun and flow began in high numbers. </p>
<p>Debbie is so amazing at harmony. Her ideas are just off the chain wonderful and she is able to back it up. Patrick is already putting his engineer's expertise to the recording and processing. I know enough about this to be in the ideas room and I think he was tickled when I told him "so you are doing New York (Parallel) compression." </p>
<p>The sound is just crystalline and gorgeous. I'm in awe of the process and the experience. There is a Dreamwalkers sound emerging.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/55f6f809656e4d2a518dc25ff3e842b255f82095/original/41be427f-5b78-4b56-a952-8b6d7a130c93.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/ff5275bbf1af6d66ac2a0cecfbb38c1f1c5c1c9f/original/ad19eb9f-c6a4-408f-973f-3abb51fb17c7.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/65749982021-03-16T00:10:42-04:002021-03-16T00:12:14-04:00Dreamwalkers: Ready to Play. . .<p>Hey Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>We sure are having fun rehearsing but are more than ready to play out. Some dear friends have offered us the opportunity to play at a semi-private party, so if you would like to be part of our celebration, contact me by leaving a message in any way that works, such as. . .on this website, by my e-mail dr.richardschulman@yahoo.com, by Facebook IM, yelling really loud or sending up smoke signals. When time and date is finalized I will confirm invitations. It will be tons of fun so please let me know if you'd like to join us.</p>
<p>In the meantime, we are adding songs we love. Debbie wrote a really wonderful new song about relationships called "You." The band loves it. We began preparing one of my favorite cover songs "Boys of Summer." Tony just nails the guitar on that one. Dave is getting the lead vocal on several covers and he knocks the ball out of the park on every one. The band played my original song, "The Outsider" spectacularly. Our heartbeat, Daniel changes gears smoothly with the many moods and musical styles we express.</p>
<p>Personally, I'm having the time of my life. What's next? Our album will be done by late spring and we are going to enjoy playing for you.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
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<p> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/65653822021-03-04T23:38:57-05:002021-11-01T04:47:20-04:00Dreamwalkers Album: Vocal Recording Initiated and Debbie Stern Hits a Home Run<p>Hi to all Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>Debbie Stern and I went over to Alpha Ear Studio to work with Patrick Russini on the vocals for Dreamwalkers upcoming album. Debbie worked on two of her songs, Louisiana Playing On My Mind and Somethin' About That Boy. Let me tell you, it was such a privilege to be with her while she unfolded some incredibly beautiful and creative tracks. Her voice is so gorgeous and her ability to figure out harmonies and background vocals is unparalleled. There were times when I just had to sit back and let the vibration flow through me and be in awe of the process. She hit home run after home run.</p>
<p>Watching the dynamic between Debbie and Patrick was so cool. Patrick suggested that Debbie do a "John Lennon" in which she re-sang the leads and harmonies so he could get a stronger feel in the track. I've heard about this and while he backs off the second one so you can't really hear it, the difference is visceral. You can feel it. The technique is uncanny and very effective and it helps to have an excellent vocalist like Debbie to make it happen.</p>
<p>Patrick had spent some time working on a pre-mix of the tracks and they gave us a preview of what is coming. The tracks are sweet and powerful. There is definitely a Dreamwalkers sound emerging, but the songs have their own quality as well. We will be moving through the vocals and then Tony Sheppard will be putting his lead guitar wizardry on the project. We are hoping to have something by mid-spring.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/b86fe10bffc28ffe35a226a5f06e3f016bf878e1/original/22a014ec-a172-4b7b-bfed-4895f7de84fb.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/d8eb8c9f89fcf3ca26a2debde1a14e60f5fa2e09/original/025b820d-82ae-4836-b984-a1344aad3417.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/a22a7651139274b2eb053014438956e74fb945a9/original/542c32b7-5841-43c7-ab52-aaf541cf3544.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Debbie's focus and concentration as she sings is remarkable.</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/65653742021-03-04T23:26:38-05:002021-03-04T23:26:38-05:00Dreamwalkers: Myakka Gig Postponed<p>Hi Dreamwalkers Family and Friends,</p>
<p>Our gig at Myakka Moonlighters has been postponed until May 8, so I'll give everyone updates as we approach that date. Hopefully we will be playing out around town before then. It's a little frustrating as the band is ready to play out, but we will find something soon.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/cb83be4a6d591ba761d22123bab67b2100cb7151/original/29808de5-2909-49de-b3a3-e9a569058986.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/65644562021-03-04T01:15:26-05:002021-03-04T01:15:26-05:00Dreamwalkers: Last Tuneup Before Myakka Moonlighters<p>Hello to all Dreamwalkers out there. . . this means YOU!</p>
<p>The band had a wonderful rehearsal Wednesday evening in preparation for our gig Saturday from 6-9 at Myakka Moonlighters. It is my privilege to be playing with such wonderful musicians. Let me make sure you know who they are. </p>
<p>Lead guitar Tony Sheppard (Mysterious Angel) is a guitar wizard. Just when I think I've heard everything he can do, he surprises me. His playing is rich, melodic, and heartfelt. He can also kick ass in the finest rock and roll tradition. Look for his Road Song and what will follow. He will blow your socks off (if that's your idea of a good time).</p>
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<p>Dave Ross plays bass guitar, guitar, and sings leads and harmonies. Dave has put his heart and soul into the band and I so appreciate his willingness to learn all of our original songs and be such a great spirit in the Dreamwalkers project. His growth as a musician and confidence to let himself go have been impressive. He sings lead with great passion and skill.</p>
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<p>Daniel Polyak is the heartbeat of Dreamwalkers Band. He plays with heart and soul in every song. He values the art of music, as do I, and is my brother from a different mother. Daniel feels the spirit of the song and infuses each song with that sparkling, inspiring energy. He also cracks me up on a regular basis. </p>
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<p>Debbie Stern brings her own brand of magic and spirit into our band. Her voice was borrowed from the angelic spheres and her songs are filled with love and compassion. Her love of music and the vibrations of spirit fill each song with expansive energy that touches the heart. When I heard her first original song I was blown away and insisted she bring all of the them to the band. You'll hear a lot of her wonderful songs on Saturday.</p>
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<p>And finally. . . there is me. . . Dr Dreamwalker. It's my great privilege to play with such fantastic musicians who manifest my vision of a band. Tony, Dave, Daniel and Debbie electrify my original songs into a higher existence. I am thrilled to be with them. </p>
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<p>This is a band I would go to hear. As one of my friends said, "What kind of rock and roll band is this? You guys actually like each other." As good as they are as musicians, they are better people. I can't wait for old friends, and friends we haven't met yet to hear us. I think you'll be amazed.</p>
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<p>As John Lennon once said, "A splendid time is guaranteed for all."</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/6b2d4f21bdf1c8165576e16d1be09197108a9dca/original/cb1827e1-a33a-4e9c-a0d9-4609ac913e43.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/fbb605fea033be00ce5ea666593380a2e8a5ee66/original/screen-shot-2020-11-03-at-5-55-20-am.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/65623742021-03-02T00:51:05-05:002022-02-18T20:39:33-05:00Dreamwalkers: Getting Ready to Play Out, Happy Belated Birthday, Daniel. <p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/1b6c3b75a1f863a53e9390e5ee07855922c2433d/original/2eea65df-e982-499c-926f-02b321df458c.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Hi all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>Dreamwalkers Band had a kick ass rehearsal Monday evening. We are experiencing the enjoyment of growing our connection each other as we prep to play out. The music is reaching a higher level and that makes playing more fun. We had a good night, playing as if we were at the gig and rarely stopping. I had fun listening to Dave Ross sing some great covers and I always love Tony's guitar, Daniel's drums, and Debbie's vocals (especially on her original songs). We are ready for Saturday at Myakka Moonlighters.</p>
<p>We had an impromptu party for Daniel's birthday. Technically his birthday was last week, but since we had to cancel rehearsal we wanted to celebrate. Happy Birthday to the heartbeat of our band. </p>
<p>Hope to see old friends and meet new ones on Saturday at Myakka Moonlighters.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/2a1a7b1df2467ce013ee28450d96f7a726eaab2b/original/0f2576d8-fe74-4587-9e40-9c66b4e9ff89.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/65613332021-02-28T20:13:55-05:002021-02-28T20:13:55-05:00Dreamwalkers: Myakka Moonlighters This Saturday<p>Hello all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>The band is very excited about playing out at Myakka Moonlighters this Saturday, March 6 from 6-9 PM. The venue is really cool, outdoors, kid and family friendly, bring a cooler and chill with us. We've been preparing for some time for this and you'll be hearing songs from our upcoming album, "Music Is The Ride," as well as other original songs by Debbie Stern and myself, and some very sweet cover tunes you might not expect from a local band.</p>
<p>Last time we played this venue, we had an absolute blast and the people who came out seemed to have a fabulous experience. As a culture, we are bereft of live music.Live podcasts on Facebook are just not the same as being in the vibration of a band who really love their music. We fit that bill. Hope to see you Saturday.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/14bde1044b9ca69b5e46c9a44a193d268ade7307/original/54c5180b-aa5c-4ffe-b0da-251f196bdc16.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/65549322021-02-21T18:03:55-05:002021-02-21T20:09:19-05:00Dreamwalkers Album 2.0: Electric Guitars Completed, Vocals Next<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/0cd2b9ccb82cb537c41213d6adf823828346298a/original/631ba338-0005-4462-a236-a2e197092e93.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Patrick Russini and I worked together to complete the rhythm electric guitars on our Dreamwalkers album. Every time I work with Pat I am more impressed with his professionalism and creativity. Pat hears at such an exquisite level and he is able to communicate his expertise in a caring and compassionate manner. He has a way of making everyone confident and happy during recording. We worked so hard to finish the guitars on the 16 songs the band presented and it is done.</p>
<p>The songs are taking shape and each song has an identity emerging, but there is an overall Dreamwalkers sound. The influences of artists we love can be heard, but there is a thread all our own. </p>
<p>For me it was a journey of regreeting old guitar friends and learning about the instruments in a way I had not before. Under the microscope of the recording session, the guitar does not only have to be "in tune" it has to sound right for the song. I've never played better and have an even greater appreciation of some of the gorgeous instruments I've been blessed to acquire. </p>
<p>Next, we begin vocal recording. Pat told me he has his own process he has developed for this. Debbie Stern and I cannot wait. It should be a blast.</p>
<p>"Life is an amusement park. . . Music is the ride."</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/65528012021-02-17T19:00:00-05:002021-02-18T22:25:08-05:00Dreamwalkers Album 2.0: Electric Guitars Picking Up Steam<p>Hey Dreamwalkers,</p>
<p>The album is moving forward again and is really picking up steam. I worked with Patrick Russini on Thursday regarding laying down background electric guitar tracks. We finished Debbie Stern's songs "How I Love to Love You, Lord," and "Louisiana Playing On My Mind," and my own "The Outsider." So we have now completed electric guitar tracks on 10 of the 16 songs. I will meet with Patrick over the weekend and sometime next week in hopes of completing this stage of the project. Once done, we can begin on the vocals. Once again, I am consistently amazed at Patrick's brilliance in creating a soundscape, which I know will get even better once effects are installed. If raw tracks sound this good, I can only imagine how beautiful this record will be upon completion. Along with the band starting to play out, and really coalescing as a group, the status of the album brings us much optimism and joy. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/1462240aa72a3f5266f4294fc018e7d7e172861a/original/276e6440-7c21-4082-ab61-7f887e34bc71.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/65495472021-02-15T19:00:00-05:002021-02-16T00:48:37-05:00Dreamwalkers Get Ready for Myakka Moonlighters<p>Dreamwalkers Band rehearsed Monday evening and began the process of locking in our setlist. We completed the first set and it was just wonderful. We went beyond our previous format, creating a few medleys and at least one big surprise, which I believe will make people's heads spin. The first set will include Debbie's original songs, "Don't Talk Behind My Back," "Dancing With The Man In The Moon," and "Good To See You Gone," Tony's "Road Song," and my "Man With The Guru Gaze," "The Outsider," and "Everything Is Changing," as well as some incredibly cool covers. The singing and musicianship have reached new heights and it's so gratifying to watch wonderful players integrating into a cohesive unit. We hope all our friends will join us at Myakka Moonlighters on Saturday, March 6 from 6-9 PM.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
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<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/fbb605fea033be00ce5ea666593380a2e8a5ee66/original/screen-shot-2020-11-03-at-5-55-20-am.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/44c47734249f3eb1149bf2d774afcbce0ea3b4a0/original/80bfada7-7d88-49bb-8a7d-307e7c9968f9.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/1462240aa72a3f5266f4294fc018e7d7e172861a/original/276e6440-7c21-4082-ab61-7f887e34bc71.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/f7c0c2c94708b43b01084920647cd2d3989d0318/original/456f551c-e53a-4a65-957f-e751c9079e05.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/4de31dad432393106205762bfcacb3e350f857ba/original/54d8602c-8f26-47cc-b4aa-b2b3da15d1a4.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/451901bec2085afe35225580e035927ff7c26f9f/original/d808a2fa-a98f-4620-abc6-b432ba6c8643.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br><br><br> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/65314872021-01-26T23:38:01-05:002021-01-26T23:38:01-05:00Dreamwalkers Road Trip to see Shaun Hopper<p>Hi to all the Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>Sunday evening, we went to Pesto, a restaurant in Cortez to see our good friend Shaun Hopper play, and as it turned out, we had an impromptu celebration of Tony Sheppard's birthday. Shaun had to overcome some technical glitches, but once he did, he was just fantastic, even playing four of his beautiful original songs. </p>
<p>However, it was after he was done that we had the most fun. Debbie Stern sang with him, Tony played a little and we all just hung out and shared views of music and the crazy world we live in. Shaun is an amazing player and a very generous musician. </p>
<p>Happy Birthday, Tony Sheppard.</p>
<p>Back in the studio on Thursday.</p>
<p>Peace</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/55eeec488d41e15540cd7fd3d305b6ccb79a018e/original/45f97878-3e65-4a18-ad2c-300e14b77f6c.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/4de31dad432393106205762bfcacb3e350f857ba/original/54d8602c-8f26-47cc-b4aa-b2b3da15d1a4.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/65235342021-01-17T19:31:53-05:002021-01-17T22:10:53-05:00Dreamwalkers Album 2.0: Electric Guitars<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/a4a46cf151c1d69efe8db565efb42bf688c8d379/original/fullsizeoutput-c6fd.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Hello to all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>We made great progress this weekend in recording electric guitars. It's a very exciting time as the "sound" of our album is emerging. The sound is full and gorgeous. I am most comfortable with acoustic guitars, so I feel I'm getting an intensive experience with the electrics. I have some great guitars that I don't play all that much, so this is a great opportunity to bond with some of them. </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/c64351561937a6b5e839841da7da1b6850934bf9/original/1e81bd48-1f27-4da8-836f-2f1fe6b69870.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Here is the starting point. Each guitar has it's own personality and quirks, not to mention sound. Patrick Russini is a genius in dialing in the sound and fitting the different sounds together. </p>
<p>On Saturday we worked on two of my songs, Everything Is Changing and Suggestion By Echo. We used a Fender Stratocaster to start and then used the Rickenbacker 12 string (my sound of the 60s guitar). We also used a Gretsch Tennessee Rose to get that Gretsch growl. Pat and I believe in the value of stacking numerous guitars (a la Tom Petty). </p>
<p>On Sunday, we were joined by Debbie Stern as we worked on her song, Don't Give Me A Second Thought (Let Me Be Your First) and my own Magnetic North. I added a Heritage 535 (similar to a Gibson ES-335) to the herd of guitars. The day was intense and productive. Debbie had some great ideas as to how the guitars could work together on her song and it's going to sound great. Magnetic North took a lot of time, but we blended the guitars into a sweet sounding rock and roll anthem.</p>
<p>We are moving forward now and hopefully will finish the electric guitars in a few weeks and then we can start on vocals.This project is 'hard fun.' I had a great time and I'm totally spent but happy.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/65175652021-01-10T14:54:51-05:002021-01-11T08:41:13-05:00Dreamwalkers Album 2.0: Keyboards Completed<p>Hello to all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>Thanks to the genius of Patrick Russini and Debbie Stern, we have completed the keyboards section of our new album. It is such a joy to hear the songs filling out. We worked on four of my songs today, Magnetic North, The Outsider, Silence Between the Worlds, and Music Is The Ride.</p>
<p>Once again, I am most amazed at the process by which the songs themselves become almost like living entities and tell you what they want. There is a vibe created between Patrick, Debbie, myself and the song to create a "Dreamwalkers" sound. This has evolved organically, as the original intent was only a starting point. The sound is full and lush. Patrick ensures we include the entire spectrum of sounds and sounds don't step on one another. Debbie's amazing ear ensures the sounds really work together. My intuitive skills seem to be amplified under these circumstances, as I "hear" internally what will help express the soul of the song and it's been uncannily on target. What a thrill to work with these amazing musical geniuses. </p>
<p>Magnetic North started with a rock piano and Debbie's insights as to how it fit made the song really begin to rock. After she laid down the piano track, I heard an organ. The synthesizer had several to choose from, and we settled on an organ called "Progressive." it reminded me of a 1960s Young Rascals sound and it fit perfectly. We went over the song in great detail to get it right. Both Patrick and Debbie worked on intensively on this song and I could hear the brilliance as we finished up. I am so grateful to them for their efforts.</p>
<p>The next song we tackled was "The Outsider." It's my Johnny Cash meets the X-Files song. This song asked for a longer build. So we did not bring the piano until after the first chorus. Then we found a mystical sounding pad from the synth and everything just fit together. Patrick had the insight to modulate the volume while it was being played and he jumped up and did it in real time with Debbie playing. Such creativity and great fun.I was so happy with what I heard at the end.</p>
<p>Silence Between the Worlds was originally written as a soft mystical song. As the band played it, the song transformed into one of my anthems. We decided to "calm down the song," as Pat put it, by using a concert grand piano sound and then bringing in a small ensemble of strings. The song accessed it's power right before my ears. </p>
<p>The final song of the day, and the last one needing keyboards was "Music Is The Ride." This is the song the album is based upon. It tells the story of bringing my younger son to his first concert, Bruce Springsteen, when he was 12 and seeing the event through his eyes. I can still see that cherubic face looking up at me and exclaiming, "This is an amusement park where MUSIC IS THE RIDE." The experience reminded me of the magic of rock and roll and the amazing effects my first concerts (The Beatles, Young Rascals, The Who) had on me. The song has some tricky rhythms but Debbie found the groove and put a rock piano and electric organ on it efficiently. It sounds great.</p>
<p>We are now ready to put rhythm electric guitars on the tracks. This project is so enormously creative and satisfying. I can't wait for what comes next. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/ddbac7cc85637a0ca404d1a68951532f3be39c6a/original/eb96cc2d-7aec-4097-b82e-ffc32f8a85e8.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/65126262021-01-03T18:20:51-05:002021-01-03T18:28:57-05:00Dreamwalkers Album 2.0 Now Moving Ahead With Intensity<p>Hello to all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>Saturday. . . </p>
<p>We have now had four keyboards sessions and things are moving with intensity and greater speed. Now that the foundation of drums, bass, and rhythm acoustic guitars are in place solidly and sounding great, we can turn to adding the touches to make the songs unique, beautiful, and memorable. Our sound is very complete and gorgeous.</p>
<p>What I'm really loving is the collaborative, creative atmosphere of the recording sessions. Debbie and Patrick have amazing ears, and I'm finding I can be very intuitive listening to what the songs are asking for. The songs tell us what they want and initial ideas I have for a soundscape evolve. Each song is takes on a distinct character and sound within a framerwork of an overall Dreamwalkers sound.</p>
<p>Debbie was playing "I Think I Think Too Much," and she presented the idea of adding a second layer of keyboards when the basic piano track was done. She floated several ideas and then I had a flash and heard a Fender Rhodes Electric Piano and when I said it, Patrick began to laugh and said, "Bro, that was right in my head, I was about to say it." Debbie played it and it sounded fantastic. Debbie added a cello sound to "How I Love To Love You Lord," and a flute to "Two Insomnias." I'm loving it.</p>
<p>As of Saturday we have finished the keyboards on the following songs:</p>
<p>Everything Is Changing </p>
<p>Something ‘Bout That Boy</p>
<p>Louisiana </p>
<p>Tricks On Me </p>
<p>Two Insomnias </p>
<p>I Think I Think Too Much </p>
<p>Good To See You Gone </p>
<p>Call Me Love </p>
<p>How I Love to Love You</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Sunday. . . </p>
<p>The creativity in doing this project is overflowing. We finished keyboards on three more songs, and now have four remaining. We started with Debbie's "Don't Give Me A Second Thought (Let Me Be Your First)." The grand piano didn't sound right. I kept hearing a more sparkly bright piano. When I said, "Think Obla-di, Obla-da by the Beatles she switched to rock piano and it was just great. Then we added an electric organ. We had to cycle through the many choices the synthesizer had and found something terrific. All of Debbie's songs are now complete.</p>
<p>The next song was my "Suggestion By Echo," the psychospiritual rock anthem I wrote. For this one we had a driving rock and roll piano. "The booms are loud, the dadadas are quiet." I had the sense that we were working on a giant puzzle where one acquires the pieces as one goes and the end is uncertain until it is. The sound is play-ful and it's play-full as in full sound. Can't wait to hear this one when Tony Sheppard goes all Jimmy Page on it.</p>
<p>Our final song of the day was Tony Sheppard's "Road Song." This is a sweet instrumental that is best described as country western meets surf music inspired by Jimi Hendrix. Wow! Acoustic piano didn't do it, but a Fender Rhodes electric piano was perfect. Then I heard horns and we used two saxophones and two trumpets. It would have been cool to have live horns, but Patrick is the magic man and those horns started to sound pretty authentic by the end. The song is really terrific and we haven't even recorded Tony's signature electric guitars yet. </p>
<p>We should finish the keyboards next weekend and then move on to the electric rhythm guitars. I am so lucky to be working with Debbie Stern and Patrick Russini. Debbie is so creative and Patrick puts all the frequencies where they are supposed to be. This is so exciting. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/c1d139bbc5f9f156c14aac111964efd4ec8959cc/original/448f5feb-0853-4ff3-ab26-bc8a3fdb2eed.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/8129e90da03a1330569fd6a34e5f0d0a245c36f0/original/7dec8f2d-bbd4-47f0-b600-2553c8971c18.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Tink. . . the guardian cat of Alpha Ear Productions.<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/f5fdda3873208992575a2f2ea9f86e43709c7833/original/00268d0e-a62f-429a-aec6-a33b53c57a59.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Biggie. . . guardian #2 for Alpha Ear Productions</p>
<p> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/65088102020-12-27T21:29:13-05:002021-12-03T05:59:12-05:00Dreamwalkers Album 2.0 Moving Forward: Keyboards<p>Hello to all the Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>As 2020 ends (exhale please) we are gearing up for a very active 2021. Album recording began again today with Debbie Stern working keyboards and Patrick Russini (Magic Patrick, official band nickname), at the controls of the sound. </p>
<p>I'm finding that as we progress through the material, the songs become entities of their own and if we listen carefully, they start to tell us what they need. Today we worked on three of Debbie's songs, "Tricks On Me," "Call Me Love," "Louisiana Playing On My Mind," and my own, "Everything's Changing." While Debbie was playing on Call Me Love, I heard a string section in my head. When she finished, I said, "I hear strings in the chorus." She looked at me incredulously and replied, "I was about to say the exact same thing." So we put strings and a separate cello (synthesizers are truly amazing) and the song became very big. Debbie had the idea of putting a flute at points during Everything's Changing and it transformed the song. One my favorites of Debbie's is Louisiana Playin On My Mind. We tinkered with the idea of putting something on it, then it hit me. This is her most heartfelt song, sort of like McCartney's Maybe I'm Amazed. We let go of the strings and other things and settled on the idea we would use her beautiful voice in the background as the spice of the song.</p>
<p>We completed the four songs and felt great. There is something so special about being in the studio with Patrick that is just inspiring. I like his dog Biggie also.I feel so uplifted. More keyboards this week and we hope to finish that section soon.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/ddbac7cc85637a0ca404d1a68951532f3be39c6a/original/eb96cc2d-7aec-4097-b82e-ffc32f8a85e8.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/f7c0c2c94708b43b01084920647cd2d3989d0318/original/456f551c-e53a-4a65-957f-e751c9079e05.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/33938b22ec0e855ab9d2d9826a125dc8c94b57fc/original/d3285164-d568-4e78-a0d7-377068838ef3.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/70e7d210dc848c9c40d812736f16130487d7a0af/original/ec80d296-9d38-4c07-9abb-f6bb7cf28a3e.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/5bb32506d4447261eba8606dec58155fe09535e4/original/d06e99e7-c573-4555-b424-655da19c094f.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/64913042020-12-03T21:02:35-05:002020-12-03T21:02:35-05:00Dreamwalkers: Album 2.0 Acoustic Guitars Done<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/cc39acc48d074119853d4e8b3afccdcfbb4928a1/original/f5adcc80-b6e8-47e0-8ac0-eec7ce81bb50.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Hello Dreamwalkers Family and Friends,</p>
<p>Today I had the honor of being the first to record at Patrick Russini's Alpha Ear Studio. We finished up the acoustic guitar tracks for our upcoming album. The session involved working on Debbie Stern's song "Tricks On Me" and my original song "Two Insomnias" featuring Jeff Hocker on bass. </p>
<p>I love working with Patrick. He is so wonderfully present with a fantastic ear. He picks up on minute timing and sound issues. When we have two acoustic guitars on a track, one can hear the interplay between them.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/ba01c513dd4bc26daefaf49f35af8c1a5211de83/original/1770652c-4309-4144-b3d0-46a4d6d86e0b.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Keyboards with Debbie Stern will be next. I will keep you posted.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/64875402020-11-28T16:25:25-05:002020-11-28T16:25:25-05:00Dreamwalkers: Playing Out Twice In a Week<p><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/9c404175458c7041725a2243a1cb8a05051ffb72/original/cff9b918-5dca-4871-8a75-0970a6f7d701.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Hello Dreamwalkers,</p>
<p>Our band played for the second time in one week. and the improvement was noteworthy. This time, no rain, the sound (thank you Patrick Russini) was crystalline, and while there are a few things to work on, the performance went well, and we were invited to come back and play again.</p>
<p>I've got to admit, I had a wonderful time playing and I feel like I learned a lot about working together in a band. I find playing out worth many practices. Once again, our original songs were well received as were the covers.</p>
<p>Highlights of the night for me were: Wild Horses, with Debbie singing a great lead, Tony's guitar on Comfortably Numb, Dave's voice on Should I Stay or Shoutd I Go. Daniel was superb on the drums all night. I loved playing my song, "Music Is The Ride."</p>
<p>There was a great vibe in the place (it was a private party in Sarasota) and the band both added to it, and picked up on it. We have another private party to play for on December 12, and are looking for venues to play out. </p>
<p>Hope to see you out there.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p>Songs: The Word (Beatles), End of the Line (Traveling Wilbury's) Man With the Guru Gaze (Rich), Tricks on Me (Debbie), Dancing With The Man In The Moon (Debbie), Can't Find My Way Home (Blind Faith), Road Song (Tony), Angel From Montgomery (John Prime), Good To See You Gone (Debbie), Magnetic North (Rich), Saving Grace (Tom Petty), Everything Is Changing (Rich), Get Together (Youngbloods).</p>
<p>Tuesday Afternoon (Moody Blues), Don't Give Me A Second Thought (Let Me Be Your First) (Debbie), The Redemption (Rich), Something About That Boy (Debbie), Comfortably Numb (Pink Floyd), Two Insomnias (Rich), How I Love To Love You Lord (Debbie), West LA Fadeaway (Grateful Dead), You May Be The One (Rich & Tony), Suggestion By Echo (Rich), I Think I Think Too Much (Debbie), Music Is The Ride (Rich), Should I Stay or Should I Go (The Clash).</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/35e44105ddeff5d9070cb46170f41e4d47bae2aa/original/7b4473eb-fcee-4d9b-bc59-5803e5d3a1d1.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br>Patrick and Jesse setting up</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/fdd79b0ad3cd53eee9c7b74554bb2639dc3e9fca/original/a9aa1434-793e-41f8-a648-d39d801fa2d3.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br>Love that white guitar. . . with the Evertune bridge. . . always in tune.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/01afc9a2fb09dde954b6dcd8b9c5fee796d47cf1/original/bcedfc57-1331-485d-94b3-f9f787ec0324.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Patrick making sure we stay dialed in.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/eb2b8fad8a0c76a5ef92819f5d55c355ede580a6/original/5593ce73-deb0-4d83-82c6-7d123360ec09.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/4de31dad432393106205762bfcacb3e350f857ba/original/54d8602c-8f26-47cc-b4aa-b2b3da15d1a4.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/fd06df77cd60373603858dac669af650e2d72463/original/be877e51-1585-4f79-94fc-b6eda0202240.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/cb83be4a6d591ba761d22123bab67b2100cb7151/original/29808de5-2909-49de-b3a3-e9a569058986.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/7892dec9223350d89ab9367a30e7de40ef40b139/original/a2888a8f-63f4-4814-aa67-6ab2a2bca687.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/16a0f1c4e5043287ae7900cf14fdf3b70990fc6e/original/be8fd8d4-47a0-4a78-9090-f7e17fe12a09.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/1462240aa72a3f5266f4294fc018e7d7e172861a/original/276e6440-7c21-4082-ab61-7f887e34bc71.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/64853142020-11-25T06:13:06-05:002020-11-25T06:13:06-05:00Happy Thanksgiving 2020 from Dreamwalkers Band<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/c8910fd760c6c3410c91e443f148b72d977e1d43/original/92ee10cb-8cdd-4891-b273-f2c3c739ae60.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Happy Thanksgiving from Dreamwalkers Band. Hope you have a flaming great Thanksgiving 2020. Remember, the attitude of gratitude wins the day.</p>
<p>Love,</p>
<p>Tony (Mysterious Angel), Debbie (Queen of Harmony), Dave (Ole Yeller), Daniel (The Heartbeat), Patrick (King of Sound), Jesse (New Music), and Dr Dreamwalker.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/a78e896c44e54dad2321828b7880aeeb553ac697/original/a9c3ccd2-5b6d-4f8f-a218-81cc8e5d1d14.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/64834292020-11-22T16:39:10-05:002020-11-24T22:21:22-05:00Myakka Moonlighters: A Rock and Roll Story<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/527acdf1df349c2584055e2a9110e8136d28fe22/original/7bbd89a0-75d2-436f-90b7-dd7bb3660798.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Hello Dreamwalkers,</p>
<p>The day started sunny. I welcomed Jesse Lipman into our Dreamwalkers family as our roadie and guitar tech. He also plays guitar and sings. As Jesse and I were packing the car I noticed clouds coming in. As we drove out to the venue in Myakka City, it began to rain, and rained steadily. For a brief moment the sun came out to reveal a rainbow, which is usually a good sign. When we got to the venue, the rain continued, but I immediately liked the place and we began to set up.</p>
<p>The digital sound system started out balky but clicked in and things moved smoothly until Tony texted us he was in an car accident and although he was fine, his car was totaled. It was 4.30, we were due to start at 6. I went to collect him. He seemed a little rattled, but really wanted to play. By the time I got him back to the venue it was about 5.58, so we got his gear out and set him up. I presumed the rainbow was for his safety. There were a few brave souls who showed up in their trucks with umbrellas, then almost miraculously, it stopped raining.</p>
<p>Over the next three hours the crowd, which seemed to grow by the moment, showered us with love. We were fun, funny, and engaging. The audience was enjoying us and seemed to respond just as well to our original songs as they did to the cover songs. Debbie's songs were amazing. I had fun with my original numbers and especially enjoyed being the MC for the evening. Dave's voice sounded strong. Tony somehow played brilliantly, and Daniel was our "heartbeat and heart throb" throughout the evening. I felt so very connected to him. We had a great response, they said they wanted us back and the people out there were great.</p>
<p>Tony is alive and healthy. The audience loved us. I don't remember ever enjoying myself on the stage as much as I did last night.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/0029611d620ddb02f82f5b7042d942b657498b52/original/50e1986d-73ca-4088-a03e-faa32da9b7dc.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/56d2071718514b69b925b456281724e2166c7530/original/5ff2489f-065d-4d03-8707-c5c0af21c011.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/c823c7128cc40d4713b341edc8d76cbced3e9f04/original/9e0eff03-1a17-4217-aac3-9d23a475e7b4.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/b6a95d9f92fd747ff987a8691932f4c6ea99e7f0/original/173aaf0c-f0d7-45fd-9d36-cff9c3061c1b.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/236d9e8de43a6175739ed3eac724f78396c2f82a/original/8d4b4f7d-ca47-4503-87d6-7ac2c84148d4.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/64793722020-11-17T00:11:23-05:002020-11-20T10:06:22-05:00Dreamwalkers Rehearsal Before Gig<p>Hello to all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>Saturday is approaching fast and since none of us have quit our day jobs, tonight was the last rehearsal prior to playing at Myakka Moonlighters on Saturday. The energy was high and the jokes were flying back and forth across the musical bubble. Led by our jokester, Daniel Polyak, we moved through all three sets with a combination of fun and edginess. You could tell this rehearsal was different. We are ready to play. You never know if your roof leaks on a sunny day, so this will be a great test for us. We haven't played out in over a year, so this will be a new experience. </p>
<p>We have chosen cover songs that often are by famous bands but may not be their most famous songs. There is a barn burner in the middle of the second set but I am sworn to secrecy. Hint. . . Mysterious Angel, Tony Sheppard will knock your socks off on this one. I believe Debbie Stern's original songs match up well to any of the covers, Tony has a beautiful instrumental inspired by Jimi Hendrix and I will reserve judgment on my own, except to say, you will get a look into my psyche and the way I see the world and I've been told it's entertaining at least. Debbie's country pop style merges effortlessly with my rock apocalyptic anthems. I can't really explain how this happens, but I assure you it does. </p>
<p>Debbie, Dave (Old Yeller) Ross and I combine our efforts to sing harmony and it's working. Tony's guitar is lyrical, powerful, and gorgeous. Daniel Polyak on drums is our heartbeat and he is that in more ways than one. He keeps me smiling throughout. And Me? Dr Dreamwalker? I guess I'm the metaphysical master of ceremonies. The one who brought all this talent together to express some powerful messages of love, connectedness, and confrontation of our wounds.</p>
<p>We are also welcoming Jesse Lipman as our all around assistant, roadie, and support man. Jesse is a wonder and we are lucky he is with us. By the way, he is an excellent musician himself.</p>
<p>We have been preparing for this for a long time and we are excited and happy to begin. I hope all our friends will come out to this sweet venue on a pleasant November evening in Florida to hear our vision. . . it's about the music.</p>
<p>Love,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker (Richard Schulman)</p>
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<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/fbb605fea033be00ce5ea666593380a2e8a5ee66/original/screen-shot-2020-11-03-at-5-55-20-am.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/44c47734249f3eb1149bf2d774afcbce0ea3b4a0/original/80bfada7-7d88-49bb-8a7d-307e7c9968f9.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/64713512020-11-06T06:12:41-05:002020-11-06T06:14:42-05:00Dreamwalkers Playing Out<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/6b6320e3cd7b397e97d3f92b6bd35b003c4ede54/original/screen-shot-2020-11-06-at-6-07-30-am.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" />It's been a long time. We are very excited to be playing out for the Myakka Moonlighters concert series. Kind of a perfect setting. Our own personal Dreamstock. Take it to the country before playing Broadway. Hey we can dream can't we? I mean that was the original point, to dream out loud and enjoy the experience. We are planning on enjoying an evening of music under the stars. We will be playing our original tunes and cover songs we love. Should be a great adventure and lots of fun. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/64691922020-11-03T06:01:47-05:002020-11-05T04:59:56-05:00Dreamwalkers Organic Bonding<p>Hello to all Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>The last two weeks have become transformational in the Dreamwalkers world. There are moments in every group effort where the whole is greater than the sum of it's parts, and if it happens organically, there is magic in the air. As we head towards our first gig, the last two rehearsals with this group had that magic floating around as we played. It was as if we not only knew the songs, but we knew each other. Drummer Daniel (The Heartbeat) Polyak said, "We can be musicians or we can be artists, I chose to be an artist." </p>
<p>I've felt that once we had a gig to point towards, there would be a sharper focus. I didn't realize how powerful the shift would be. Original songs are being played with greater flow and more emotion. Cover tunes sparkle with depth and creativity. The enthusiasm each band member has for the ongoing evolution of our band, and loyalty and support for each other in the quest for a better sound is impressive. </p>
<p>Dave Ross' integration into the band is complete and his voice has naturally flowed into our arrangements. He has taken the lead on several songs, Bravo, Dave. He is even acquiring a Dreamwalkers nickname (Old Yeller). Daniel (The Heartbeat) Polyak provides the bedrock of our sound, Tony (Mysterious Angel) Sheppard is opening to new levels of brilliance on guitar and Debbie (The Queen of Harmony) is writing new wonderful songs and puts a professional touch on everything we do, especially the vocals. In the midst of our progress is the album, step by step being recorded right by Patrick Russini. It is my great privilege to be playing with these wonderful artists and terrific people. <img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/06cc2d8ea3fd2f7954dc1ffd80289a34b4200503/original/fullsizeoutput-bf43.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
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<p>Our first gig is for the Myakka Moonlighters, November 21, 6-9. Details to follow.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/64615932020-10-22T23:08:20-04:002020-10-22T23:16:22-04:00Dreamwalkers: Music Is The (Long) Ride and First Gig<p>Hey Dreamwalkers out there. . . </p>
<p>The recording process continues We hit an interesting glitch and worked through it. The song that symbolizes my musical journey, Music Is The Ride, and the title of our upcoming album became our problem child. I wrote the song about taking my son to see Bruce Springsteen and what rock and roll means to me. It's a very sentimental, emotional song disguised as a rock and roll song. As we began to record the acoustic guitars a few weeks ago, we found the timing of the scratch track was a problem. So Patrick Russini and I charted a course through the song, and wound up victorious, with a wonderful version of Music Is The Ride, ready for our musical stars, Debbie Stern and Tony Sheppard to put their imprint on. It took hours of painstaking studio magic to get it right, and it was only when I added a 12 string acoustic guitar did the song come alive. </p>
<p>There are many posters of my rock and roll heroes in my living room, and while working on the song I looked up and saw many who are on the other side, Tom Petty, David Bowie, John Lennon, George Harrison, staring down at me from their photographs and I felt warm and encouraged. That was the moment I knew we would nail it. The song is sweet and powerful. I can't wait for everyone to hear it.</p>
<p>We have a tentative gig on November 21. I will send details when the firm up.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
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<p> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/64568992020-10-15T23:34:49-04:002020-10-15T23:36:40-04:00Dreamwalkers: Album Report<p>Hello to all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>The band is making steady progress towards our goals of completing our album and beginning to play out. No doubt we are ready to play out. The songs are practiced enough so we can concentrate on dynamics and subtleties. We are looking for a venue.</p>
<p>The album is going well. Today, I worked on acoustic guitar with Patrick Russini leading the recording . I have such a great time working with Pat. I think I play better when he's at the controls than I have ever played in my life. Pat's attention to detail, understanding of the programs and equipment and sensitive ear make him a winner. </p>
<p>We lay down acoustic guitar tracks for Tony's "Road Song," and Debbie's "How I Love To Love You Lord," "Good To See You, Gone," and "I Think I Think Too Much." As we worked on these songs, I marveled at how good they are. Daniel (The Heartbeat) Polyak and Dave (Old Yeller) Ross have left quite a foundation, and I am adding to it. The guitars are crystalline sounding, but also sweet. I even got to use a nylon guitar on one of the songs.</p>
<p>We have now completed acoustic tracks on 13 songs. Four to go. It's likely we will finish by next week and Dthen, ebbi can start doing the Keyboards</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/201fbd96c24fd1daa1f53ccf687dc5901a58005d/original/c4b19ec0-4f3b-4e77-b94a-38a1d263f7b6.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/64534572020-10-11T13:36:52-04:002020-10-11T13:36:52-04:00Dreamwalkers: Music Is The Ride Album Update<p>Hello to all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>Thought I'd give an update on the album. Right now the working title is "Music Is The Ride." Patrick Russini and I have been working on acoustic guitars and we are now halfway through the songs. I've got to tell you the sound is crystalline. Pat is doing amazing things with the recording process and I'm learning just by watching him work. </p>
<p>Last week we worked on three Debbie Stern songs: Don't Give Me A Second Thought (Let Me Be Your First); Call Me Love; and Louisiana Playing On My Mind. It was such a joy to play on them as the songs are incredibly beautiful and soulful. Don't Give Me A Second Thought is a Beatlesque song, fun to play, fun to sing.. Call Me Love and Louisiana also have Beatle influences, are more tender, exploring the nature of love and relationships. </p>
<p>We wound up using several different acoustic guitars (from my herd) to get different feels on the songs. It's kind of interesting how my ear seems to synching with Pat's in the choice of guitar sounds. Rosewood guitars have more high and low end, leaving the middle for the vocal. If we want a brighter sound we use a mahogany or maple guitar. Lighter wood color has a higher frequency response, darker wood, a lower one. </p>
<p>I believe we did the songs justice and things are moving along, one step at a time.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/0acb507352d346b8a08cf6a0a8b1f82f0d208a10/original/b14e0783-fa2a-4873-95d9-27babad7e661.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/44a19425b516cee8c19df5653c155feb78a00929/original/9d5d16c4-e572-449d-bd87-d35f9b5dafc5.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/67abf16bcb7e8b565888502b5d3aecb7357044d8/original/aa2426f5-b3d4-4e6e-84f1-f8cfca72c972.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/64407842020-09-28T00:30:13-04:002020-10-08T13:25:16-04:00Dreamwalkers: More Guitars<p>Hello Dreamwalkers,</p>
<p>I am continuing down the road of recording acoustic guitars for our album with Patrick Russini producing and recording the sound. I am continually amazed at the sensitivity of his ear and how in working with him, my ear is developing as well. On Tuesday, we recorded guitars for my song, "Suggestion By Echo." I am becoming aware of how important the recording engineer who does the actual recording and then mixes the tracks is to the process. Working on our first album, last year, I thought I had an appreciation of this, but it has increased by an order of magnitude now. Patrick makes sure the guitars are interwoven with drums and bass, as if they were another part of the rhythm section of the song. We made numerous passes to the song, and when the sound was right, Pat began working on making sure the guitars were in synch. It was fascinating to watch him work and then hear the beautiful results. The process is measured and painstaking creative crafting, but absolutely worth the time and energy. A sound is beginning to emerge, a Dreamwalkers signature sound. Amazing.</p>
<p>September 24, 2020 </p>
<p>Patrick and I met for another session of acoustic guitar recording. I'm getting a big window into how Pat works, and It's just this side of magic. We worked on two more of my songs, "The Outsider" and "Silence Between The Worlds." The Outsider is a personal favorite of mine, sort of Johnny Cash meets the X-Files. WE chose the Guild D-55 for that deep rosewood sound, and added the custom McKee guitar for a more trebly sound. Together they sounded fantastic. As we made each pass, I got more insight as to how the songs should be played. It's amazing how a song I've played many times can evolve under the pressure of the recording studio. Pat made the sound crystalline, yet somehow still warm and inviting. Next, we worked on Silence Between The Worlds. This is a psychospiritual song, which I initially felt should be very soft. However, while making the ghost track, it sounded slow and to be honest, boring. The b gave it a bit more energy and the song came alive, as if we had injected some blood into it's veins. We used the Guild D-55 again, but supplemented the chorus with a Taylor 12 string. The power of an increased sound in the chorus was impressive, and the 12 string was different enough from the Guild to make the combination very full and emotionally evocative. It's a long process and we are taking time to do it well. The results so far are just wonderful. More acoustics next week. </p>
<p>Peace, </p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/fc9f7c3b61ee329ce0d6cb59ff3a20c271656386/original/9aff676a-ed4a-444a-b71d-e4bfcd7acb79.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/45f91645e76a9ccf80dd5974a3638102699f279f/original/084d4b64-e9fa-4b46-b38e-c2876f02ef1f.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/8471ecdd5e4cacd8a185bff8c8ece9bddda3f620/original/412a4dee-06f8-4d9e-bd84-d6da742706e2.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/4dc6eab8183206a00218f3f4f15af46810484459/original/8ef95edd-17c8-4962-b102-203abb1f8bd0.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/64387672020-09-20T18:27:08-04:002020-09-28T09:48:42-04:00Dreamwalkers Album 2.0: Acoustic Tracks <p>Hello to all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>With the bass and drum tracks completed, it was time to move to the acoustic guitars. From a certain point of view, the acoustics can be seen as supporting the rhythm section and broadening the sound. So, Patrick Russini and I transformed my living room into a living breathing sound studio (full disclosure, it was pretty close to it before we began).</p>
<p>We rearranged furniture to make space and Pat went around the room testing the sound. The configuration of the room is excellent for sound. Then Pat set up his equipment and microphones. We dialed in some of my favorite guitars. It was really cool to see most of my guitar herd out at once. We settled on the Guild D55 and Taylor 355 12 string, and later added the McKee custom. Kind of paradise for guitar geeks. </p>
<p>Once we got everything set up and dialed in, recording began. We recorded two different guitars on two of my original songs, "Everything Is Changing" and "Magnetic North." Pat has an incredible ear and was able to guide me to create the next piece of the foundation for our album. Playing the tracks back sounded great, and I'm looking forward to moving through all of the songs in the album over the next few weeks.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
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<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/cbc57a767ed67b1f61af1a27b8db3e4da541dfce/original/4cca93e1-43a2-4c32-b8df-c699ef882b98.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/c7c807fff770f9ccad6afc04f6563c8615f5c286/original/a55a66ee-e53a-44ab-b72e-1a01233494d4.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/2fa2f5b4e70e8ad2e20d80848a4c03a09ab8134b/original/4563a8d8-0a30-47ce-9d22-194fbd5993d1.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/63668c8a4385ba62e60c3e2dfd2d419bab588887/original/51bc40c2-2227-447f-943a-57502dee3e92.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/64317982020-09-17T00:57:29-04:002020-09-28T09:51:58-04:00Dreamwalkers: Recording Bass Tracks<p>Hello Dreamwalkers Family and Friends,</p>
<p>Friday evening. . . </p>
<p>Dave Ross gave us quite a boost with a fantastic session of bass guitar playing. Although this was his first recording session, he played like he had been doing it for years. He and Pat Russini had the bass dialed in before I arrived with the pizza and already had two songs completed. Debbie Stern and I listened carefully and were able to make suggestions, but the sound was locked in great, so we didn't have a lot to do. Dave's playing was solid and creative. It was the best I've ever heard him play. The man was productive and graceful while under pressure. We completed:</p>
<p>Everything Is Changing </p>
<p>Louisiana </p>
<p>Suggestion By Echo </p>
<p>Good To See You Gone </p>
<p>Something ‘Bout That Boy</p>
<p>The weekend awaits. . . more to say then,</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Sunday evening</p>
<p>Another Home Run for Bass Guitar player, Dave Ross. Dave's playing style is solid and powerful. He, along with Drummer, Daniel (The Heartbeat) Polyak provide the foundation of our sound. Dave moved from the sweetness and fun of Debbie Stern's songs, "Call Me Love" and "Don't Give Me A Second Thought (Let Me Be Your First)," to the surf rock sound of Tony Sheppard's "Road Song." Once those were done, he took on my apocalyptic anthems "The Outsider" and "Magnetic North." Dave changed gears like a finely tuned Mercedes Benz, and smoothly took on each song. </p>
<p>At one point, Debbie Stern and Patrick Russini both heard something odd with the Fender Jazz Bass Dave was playing. Tony to the rescue. He redid the intonation on the spot and revived the sound. When we were looking for a grittier sound, Dave began using a pick for Tony's song and The Outsider, and it really sounded great. </p>
<p>We should have the rhythm section done sometime next week and then it's on to the acoustic and electric guitars. Keyboards and Vocals after that. Then we mix and master. I sure we are all pretty tired, but it's an exciting labor of love, and we love it. </p>
<p>Songs: </p>
<p>Call Me Love; Don’t Give Me A Second Thought; The Outsider; Magnetic North; Road Song </p>
<p>Peace, </p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Wednesday, September 16, 2020 </p>
<p>Dave Ross and Pat Russini came through for us again. Pushing limits due to the fact that Dave was about to go on vacation, they stayed up late and powered through the last five songs. The tracks sound great. Acoustic guitars are next. </p>
<p>Peace, </p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker </p>
<p>The final five songs: Music Is The Ride, How I Love to Love You, The Silence Between the Worlds, I Think I Think Too Much, Tricks On Me.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/a474290d25a823776f00154eb68114d6ca2d184c/original/43b2a6b8-adf3-41ca-9650-1d140d919d62.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/2d8252a2df98c5b1da9cc5d7591ba36c29d3bd8e/original/9b6ec1b1-ea5d-43a1-89a6-e53754cb9c1c.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/fad4cd81d7d3f7d154d9e803719a70357e96f284/original/17f8a325-a303-454e-a209-657a083590b4.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/984091d75509800dcfba6da558d2ecf8fd129964/original/47411184-5bf2-4b5c-ad34-44db48659201.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br><br>Sunday evening. . . </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/62c691e1e68a2f70278f46d75ecbcc505e0a39bc/original/ed17d2b9-723a-44e0-8f18-170a2b3737c4.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/81362c8440351f2ac17454e00e9545b10a1ab653/original/818cc0f0-e350-4b20-a922-f8eb9cf1e14f.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/cf2566a68416725ce18d26ba4aca0a6e3b5a64ef/original/626c0575-c150-4fb6-9556-81c6e56b521b.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/2577ba148c9b1698cf396ad3f1f21f2ad02f0982/original/eea6d9c8-1f37-44c6-9d1d-85f011343e6c.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/67303e21df81e66e0b1d168a8aaef18e8cff02f7/original/c7dcc7a3-99ab-41e6-971c-d23e5b32b73e.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/451901bec2085afe35225580e035927ff7c26f9f/original/d808a2fa-a98f-4620-abc6-b432ba6c8643.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/099fffe45839a1e471a606e32c6f7844504f422e/original/e0b3c492-26ba-4028-ac81-542b2fa9a659.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/fc14a3ba3ac094f0d2d7f92dc47dfe46598e5c63/original/188c7b33-e6c2-462c-bd59-6fd8112c2709.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/64285832020-09-09T00:49:59-04:002020-12-08T08:29:40-05:00Love<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/d9ddf8453439ea7dcd3313112db4503f93244026/original/dc2ace05-b6a1-4d49-b7b6-860082ad6b07.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/64275812020-09-08T01:05:29-04:002020-09-08T01:05:29-04:00Dreamwalkers: Performance Rehearsal<p>Hello to all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>Saturday, the band was offered at gig to play at a party, but sadly, we were rained out, so Dreamwalkers 2.0's first performance had to wait. So when rehearsal came up on Monday, we decided to go through the sets as if we were playing out, and it was a lot of fun, very energy intensive.</p>
<p>I am happy to share the singing duties with Debbie Stern. I love her original sons, and she can really sing. Also, Dave Ross is stretching his vocal chords, singing lead on West LA Fadeaway, and the chorus on Comfortably Numb. We expect Dave will lend his voice to harmony in the future. </p>
<p>We are attempting to get the best balance between original and cover songs. As we prepared to play out, I realized we needed a few more covers and we are expanding our repertoire. We moved through our two one hour sets rather well. There are just a few rough edges, but every time we rehearse they are less and less noticeable.</p>
<p>We are actively looking for a place to play and the band is sounding wonderful. See you soon.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/c8910fd760c6c3410c91e443f148b72d977e1d43/original/92ee10cb-8cdd-4891-b273-f2c3c739ae60.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Set 1: The Word; Man With The Guru Gaze; Don't Talk Behind My Back, End of the Line; Dancing With the Man in the Moon; Road Song; Saving Grace; Good To See You Gone, Diamond Filled Bouquet; Get Together; Everything Is Changing</p>
<p>Set 2: Tuesday Afternoon; Don't Give Me A Second Thought; The Redemption; Can't Find My Way Home; Something 'Bout That Boy; You May Be The One; West LA Fadeaway; Suggestion By Echo; I Think I Think Too Much; Comfortably Numb</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/64216112020-09-01T00:04:27-04:002020-09-01T00:08:08-04:00Dreamwalkers: Cohesive Brilliance<p>Hello to all my Dreamwalkers out there in the nano universe,</p>
<p>After tonight's rehearsal I am more optimistic about this band than ever. We are ready to play out, and each rehearsal finds us getting closer as a group, and finding our connections to each other stronger and more cohesive. This is allowing the individual members to shine in the context of the group energy.</p>
<p>Tony Sheppard was so brilliant tonight, I was in awe watching his talent be revealed to us. Wait until you hear him. I'm watching his inner David Gilmour emerge on songs like Comfortably Numb and Can't Find My Way Home. Debbie Stern's songs are such a beautiful counterpoint to my own. We played "Dancin'g With The Man In The Moon" "Don't Talk Behind My Back"and "Lucky Me" (which is how I feel being in this band). Her songs are filled with energy, joy and love of the very vibrations she created. Dave Ross is emerging as a singer, taking the lead on "What's So Funny About Peace Love and Understanding, as well as Comfortably Numb. Daniel Polyak, as always The Heartbeat, is my brother and co-conspirator in keeping the energy moving and people laughing. I love his drumming. I feel so supported by the band. My song, "Man With The Guru Gaze" sounded just great. </p>
<p>I love this band. We will be playing out soon and are looking forward to it.</p>
<p>Peace, </p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
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<p>Songs: Tuesday Afternoon, Dancing With The Man In The Moon, Man With The Guru Gaze, Saving Grace, Comfortably Numb, Lucky Me, What's So Funny About Peace, Love, and Understanding, Can't Find My Way Home, Don't Talk Behind My Back.</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/64173022020-08-26T00:26:10-04:002020-08-26T00:26:10-04:00Dreamwalkers: This Is Great Fun<p>Greetings to all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>As the recording process gets ready to finish the rhythm section with Dave Ross on bass guitar, we are back to rehearsing, getting ready to play out. Tonight's rehearsal was such great fun. Miles Davis was purported to have said, "Music is the most fun you can have with your clothes on." Well, if he didn't say it, I would. The music was clicking and I just love playing with my bandmates, Debbie Stern, Tony Sheppard, Dave Ross, and Daniel (The Heartbeat) Polyak. </p>
<p>We played mostly original tunes that will be on the album to stay sharp for it. We will be playing these when we play out anyway, so it was hitting two birds so to speak with one stone. Debbie's songs soar, and Tony's guitar playing was super. He was channeling his inner Jimmy Page on "Music Is The Ride" and "Magnetic North." Daniel is irrepressible, his great sense of humor and a gleam in his eye always ready to pop out. Dave Ross had some fun singing harmony, and I'm just hanging out in these incredible vibrations, making sure to stay on the beat and to remember what I've learned about singing. We ended the evening with a cover of Pink Floyd's Comfortably Numb. This one is going to be fantastic. Tony was amazing as he played the Gilmour lead. Debbie, Dave, and I sang together with great gusto.</p>
<p>I can't wait until we play out. I've always felt that for me, one gig was worth many rehearsals. I think we are going to spin heads when we play.</p>
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<p>Songs: The Outsider, Good To See You Gone, Magnetic North, Something 'Bout That Boy, Music Is The Ride, How I Love To Love You, Road Song, Two Insomnias, Comfortably Numb.</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/64125552020-08-19T00:39:17-04:002020-08-19T00:39:17-04:00Dreamwalkers: Phase One, Drum Tracks Completed<p>Hello to Dreamwalkers friends,</p>
<p>Tuesday evening was a big one for our Dreamwalkers Band. Our incredible drummer, Daniel Polyak (The Heartbeat) finished the heavy lifting required to put together the structure of our "Music Is The Ride" album. Daniel is far more than a drummer, he is an artist who plays from a deep well of emotion and experience. The team established with Daniel and Sound Engineer Patrick Russini shone through again as we worked on Debbie Stern's song "Something About That Boy," and my original song, "Silence Between The Worlds." </p>
<p>The next step in the creative process is for Patrick to go through all the tracks to ensure the timing is on the dot and we can build off that structure. Once that has been prepared, it will be up to Dave Ross on bass guitar to finish the rhythm section of the album. I am very grateful to Daniel and Patrick for their efforts and am looking forward to the next phase. I feel like we have some fabulous material and now the sound will match the quality of the songs. </p>
<p>You can see in the photographs how intense these sessions can get. We are passionate, creative souls working together to make music to touch people's hearts. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
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<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/507d228cb50b16f3f4bdb50e95a79f0306aa6ea7/original/679c29ec-777a-4091-ad06-e531e4da4b80.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/e9e22539cc509d4755930a5e1362e2cba537f607/original/975cdd55-9696-4d3f-a927-8b0b668a340a.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/a39bac7b8f102ed9ae4574a3c3eae8e33e2e3a83/original/72094851-44f1-4f55-8067-111fc777a786.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/c55f995cce87be6594585071d14ad11c43b7f927/original/ace2f77b-d4ac-45c3-96ec-3ee7c8b11466.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/20c0618163b5afe06060af2b7a26f026ab623e5f/original/e1aae786-f8b3-4081-ae8a-dd7b085c4f0e.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/784ae611fd5ec3ea9216208ceb94d4ca02a89ca0/original/8887ba6c-6248-4cb1-86bd-da803a006a50.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/64117722020-08-17T23:20:54-04:002020-08-17T23:20:54-04:00Dreamwalkers: Creativity<p>Hello all Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>The band had a rehearsal tonight and we kept our focus on original material that will be on the album. I feel very heartened to hear our songs played with feeling and musicality. Both Debbie Stern and I continue to write and we presented one new song each. We are fortunate to have bandmates so supportive of our creative efforts. </p>
<p>We are looking forward to possibly completing the drum tracks for the new album tomorrow, and Dave Ross is in the on deck circle to complete the rhythm section with bass guitar. </p>
<p>Dreamwalkers Band is ready to play out. We have some great material to share, both original and cover songs.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/50bcfd81c8af15c4f9a6dc41b2b0e2f35bae6435/original/fullsizeoutput-bf2b.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Songs: Everything Is Changing; Don't Give Me A Second Thought (Let Me Be Your First); Louisiana Playin' On My Mind; Suggestion By Echo; Call Me Love; Silence Between The Worlds; I Think I Think Too Much</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/64084782020-08-13T06:33:22-04:002020-08-13T06:33:22-04:00Dreamwalkers: Possibilities<p>"It's the possibility of having a dream come true that makes life interesting." Paulo Coehlo</p>
<p>This band is filled with possibilities. Have a sweet day.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/d302e080c4c42598f9d70ff442a5ed728aa75a9a/original/img-5364.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/64073742020-08-11T22:54:37-04:002020-08-11T22:59:00-04:00Dreamwalkers: Drumming Puts Blood In The Veins Of The Songs<p>Good evening to all my Dreamwalkers out there.</p>
<p>Tuesday night I found out what great drumming can do for a song. Our wonderful drummer, Daniel Polyak (The Heartbeat) was sensational as he put magic in two of our songs, Debbie's "How I Love To Love You," a spiritual homage to her love of God, and my tribute to rock and roll, "Music Is The Ride." When we listened to the scratch tracks I felt like both are good songs, but something was lacking. Found out what it was. Passion. All of a sudden, there was blood running through the veins. The songs became alive. Daniel Polyak was playing with his heart, soul, and feelings.</p>
<p>In addition, I was able to observe the interplay between Daniel and Patrick Russini, Executive Producer and Sound Engineer, two drummers, speaking the same language. Their communication and ability to get certain effects efficiently was impressive.</p>
<p>Wait until you hear these songs when they are complete. Listening to Debbie's song with Daniel's drums gave me chills. I was thrilled with how my own song sounded. Drums for the album will be completed next week and we can begin recording the bass guitar, and then bring on the guitars, keys, and vocals. We are picking up steam. I am in awe of what happened this evening. Hopefully we will be playing out soon as well.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
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<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/6e9ba815ec31c6fcbe0dd1ca12737052a35ca4e5/original/a1a0172d-9503-482e-9494-52975cb4b157.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/8981b048e16c58dca401c0f2b35fa60d6cd8e5e8/original/c8dfbe21-61e6-4ccd-858d-55750142e619.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/bcff9cca22e9ee196d704f038e12643455deb7b0/original/1d97dde4-572f-4056-8442-5d276b747929.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/390a956695dfb7e258f60f38de70631f96408d81/original/ea3b4599-55d2-4b9a-a5cd-9a2da38c2ee4.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Fuel for the band from Francesha's Restaurant.</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/64068842020-08-10T23:09:52-04:002020-08-11T01:28:25-04:00Dreamwalkers: Live Recording Process<p>Hello to all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>Monday evening we did something different. Sound engineer Patrick Russini, had us all plugged directly into the computer, we had headphones with an individual mix for our own preferences, and we charged into Tony Sheppard's Road Song. We had trouble with it last week, but Pat installed a "click track" to keep us tight to the beat and the result was great. Setting up was painstaking, but worth the effort. Tony's song is kind of surf music meets Ghost Riders in the Sky. I love it. It's a lot of fun and Tony gets to show off his brilliant guitar playing.</p>
<p>Everyone was a little nervous as we began, but we pulled together and made some magic happen. I thank The Heartbeat, Daniel Polyak, for hanging in there as we made several passes on the song to get the sound right and coordinate the arrangement. Dave Ross was steady on the bass guitar, and Debbie Stern played keys. I hyper focused, as I felt I had to improve from the difficulties of last week, but I was able to hit my marks and felt good about it.</p>
<p>We continue tomorrow and will be done with drum tracks soon. Kudos to my bandmates and especially to Patrick Russini who produced something cool tonight. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/687788f14ed045ae9c655c7e874c885a91a33831/original/630e8afd-aa84-49ef-919f-260fc6194db4.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/c27626d02f89a52cc494f854cd8004133901ef8b/original/9dca33b0-7c18-4a60-b041-bb6631d0dd9b.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/0935f6c8a2c2684030fd1250f6c1c7b13b53909e/original/5976b450-4f8e-44f7-bac6-3f6006de0b7b.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/dec9d80df8e93eddb348bf78c3849261c3da764c/original/51ab0ad4-d1c6-4df0-a81d-fefe6c7bb449.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/64061392020-08-09T23:41:50-04:002020-08-09T23:41:50-04:00Dreamwalkers: Let's Play<p>Dreamwalkers Band is ready to play out. </p>
<p> </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/d035b5634eccb59e594d3f16f673e780152f01a1/original/screen-shot-2020-08-09-at-11-38-22-pm.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/2643b83d68749fd932c6d36d0dd3a9f8f75c47e8/original/screen-shot-2020-08-09-at-11-38-35-pm.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" />If you have a venue and want something different but very cool, let me know.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/64023232020-08-04T23:40:04-04:002022-02-18T20:35:00-05:00Dreamwalkers: The Value of a Brilliant Sound Engineer, Patrick Russini<p>Hello to all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>Last year, while doing my best to produce our Dreamwalkers album, I received a consult from Patrick Russini that expanded my knowledge and qualitatively improved the sound of the project. The fact that Patrick was available this year, during a pandemic, to produce and engineer our album has been an amazing blessing of this time. </p>
<p>Tonight we had planned on working on two songs, Debbie Stern's "Good To See You, Gone," a song which tells a story of divorce, and how people really feel, and Tony Sheppard's "Road Song," a wonderfully original instrumental piece bringing elements of surf, jazz, and country rock in an effervescent blend. We tried very hard with Debbie's song, too hard in fact, and we had to kick back and let The Heartbeat, drummer Daniel Polyak, reach deep into his heart and come up with something beyond what any of us could have imagined. Bravo, Daniel.</p>
<p>The Road Song was a much trickier process. To be honest, the scratch track was not very good and we did not catch it at the time. I can't speak for anyone else, but my guitar was not in time, and the speed of the entire track was so variable as to be unfixable, despite Patrick's valiant efforts to do so. In fact, the best (and bravest) thing Patrick did was to call it bad, and suggest we re-record another scratch track, as it's a wonderful song. Sometimes, you just have to speak the truth. I was prepared to make the call, but Pat's ear and expertise are beyond mine, so I was glad to hear he agreed with my assessment. </p>
<p>The really cool part is everyone agreed. They all heard it too. It's nice to know as a group, we are committed to excellence. Everyone is putting in time and no one quit his or her day job. Why else do this? The drum tracks will be done soon, and things will pick up speed. I'm so glad brilliant sound engineer Pat Russini is with us. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/df0e0ec5d1697410b621e525f73c4028b1020a22/original/img-5483.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />After I took this photo, I realized John Lennon and Paul McCartney were supervising our recording session.</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/64012412020-08-03T21:51:40-04:002020-08-03T23:04:25-04:00Dreamwalker Drums: Daniel (The Heartbeat) Polyak<p>Good evening Dreamwalkers Family and Friends,</p>
<p>We are moving through the drum tracks for the album. Every time I hear Daniel drum, I am more entranced and impressed. Tonight was no exception. We worked on Debbie Stern's song "I Think I Think Too Much," a jazzy groove. Then we worked on Magnetic North, a song I wrote when I found out the real magnetic north had shifted and Tampa Airport had to recalibrate their runways. I wrote it as a metaphor for how we have lost our way spiritually in our society, in other words, how we have lost our spiritual compass. The odd thing is I wrote it about ten years ago. So go figure. </p>
<p>Daniel gets the feel of the song. The scratch track had no blood, no passion running through it. By the end of the evening, there was plenty of blood in the song, it bled passion. The difference between that rock and roll blitzkrieg and the jazzy groove of Debbie's song was startling, but Daniel handled it like changing gears on a Porsche.</p>
<p>All of our recordings are passing through the sensitive and lyrical ears of Patrick Russini. Pat, as a drummer himself, has a special connection with Daniel, and I don't get in the way of that. Great songs, great drumming, great recording. So far, excellent.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/5e9abdbc9ab47c43b1851ac52557e5c8f71f1318/original/img-5469.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/11f716804aa181a885d05eb646e66fd5bdca1392/original/img-5466.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/64005392020-08-03T08:57:16-04:002020-12-29T00:46:01-05:00A Reminder of How Healing It Is To Sing<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/8794d6ac31d4385acffc199f216206da08c49a98/original/20292b2d-6f5a-4c40-81a6-9069f3adc61e.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />I just thought I’d remind you. Everyone have a great day. Peace, Dreamwalkers </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/63961182020-07-28T23:55:52-04:002020-07-28T23:55:52-04:00Dreamwalkers: Back in the Studio. . . Daniel Polyak and Spiritual Drumming<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/d302e080c4c42598f9d70ff442a5ed728aa75a9a/original/img-5364.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Tuesday evening, Dreamwalkers Band was back in Nice Pear Studio working on drum tracks for our album. The session was absolutely wonderful. The interaction between drummer Daniel Polyak and sound engineer Patrick Russini was filled with sparks of inspiration. As they are both drummers, they communicate both intuitively and directly. Daniel's drumming is so emotionally powerful and because I can just focus on him, I can feel it more. I used to think Daniel was an emotional drummer, using feelings to guide him. Experiencing him in the studio opened my eyes that his drumming is more of a spiritual event. It is as if he is guided from another world and knows how to channel that energy. He is certainly the right drummer for me.</p>
<p>We worked on Debbie Stern's song "Don't Give Me A Second Thought (Let Me Be Your First). This song has a Beatlish quality to it, and I felt like Daniel was giving it the Ringo Starr treatment. Some people downgrade Ringo as a drummer, not me. I think Ringo was a genius and Daniel was definitely up to the task. With each pass of the song, we could feel him gaining momentum. </p>
<p>My song, "The Outsider" is one of my personal favorites, and when Daniel asked me what I wanted, I didn't have a clue. The song is sort of Johnny Cash meets the X-Files. Debbie could hear an American Indian rhythm to the drums and Daniel got better and better with each pass. The fifth time he played beyond my wildest imagination as to how good this song could sound. He GOT it! I was incredibly happy and inspired. </p>
<p>It's slow going through the drum tracks because none of us have quit our day jobs. Still, the performance and sound are stellar and I know we are going to be proud of this album.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/7962069a8012b687039040f6862fe7a1d60b1ba0/original/img-5368.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/ae35a1f70cd7b222421e67dacd741e3a56860de7/original/img-5372.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/d8c30261ba9cbe9eb36c983be72a4c1fba4f3a1f/original/img-5371.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/10a15791a61d8fe5c7e9bf6d36c832a5ab40a398/original/img-5366.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/2b5724a4dc856ee3868124259337563ceebfb424/original/img-5362.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/e2974c6ab813dfe52f96d7767aa243ef709cd0ef/original/img-5374.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/2997475728f91202fdc64fa70af182ab883d1f95/original/img-5373.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/26cc9798954880eb1d0470f0d5a46bce4c840b44/original/img-5360.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/63950962020-07-27T23:16:48-04:002020-07-27T23:16:48-04:00Dreamwalkers: Ready To Play Out. . . The Brilliance of Tony Sheppard<p>Hello to all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>Dreamwalkers Band worked on some new originals and covers on Monday evening rehearsal. We don't want to lose momentum although we are a bit frustrated at music venues waiting for the all clear to open so we can play out. So we brought in songs we thought might be fun, and tonight, Tony Sheppard stole the evening with his absolutely stellar guitar playing.</p>
<p>We worked on my new song, "Man With the Guru Gaze," a song inspired by a story from the life of Edgar Cayce, about a psychospiritual rescue from our current darkness. The band picked it up quickly and made it into an anthem. I loved what they did with it and Man With the Guru Gaze will be in our setlist. Dave Ross presented his original song "Book of Daniel" inspired by our drummer, Daniel Polyak. </p>
<p>The band tried out some new cover songs. Debbie Stern knocked the roof off the building with her incredible singing on the Rolling Stones, "Wild Horses." We did Neil Young's "After The Gold Rush," and the Box Tops, "The Letter." Great songs from another time. </p>
<p>Dreamwalkers worked on a powerful arrangement to Tom Petty's "Saving Grace," a song I personally love and I'm so happy to have a chance to sing it. We had fun with the Traveling Wilbury's "End of the Line," but the night belonged to Tony Sheppard. We spontaneously started "Comfortably Numb," and while Dave Ross had the scream down, Tony Sheppard was positively channeling David Gilmour. He was so good, we were looking at each other in amazement. When you hear him play, you will be knocked out. Wow.</p>
<p>If anyone knows a place ready for us to play, please contact me. We are ready.</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/2669b14e5d1167180e86c82fb7d99113b4b35469/original/img-5356.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/956d65d696bba64442c030cad521b322a660377c/original/img-3313.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Songs: Man With The Guru Gaze, Wild Horses, After The Gold Rush, The Letter, Book of Daniel, Going' Down the Road Feeling Bad, End of The Line, Saving Grace, Comfortably Numb.</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/63883422020-07-21T07:57:24-04:002020-07-21T07:57:24-04:00Dreamwalkers: Vocal Realities, Creative Expression<p>Good morning Dreamwalkers of all ages,</p>
<p>Our recording process hit a speed bump as people's day jobs and responsibilities encroached upon our sessions. We will get back to it later in the week. So instead, Debbie Stern, Dave Ross and I worked on vocals. The vocal reality is such that singing well requires a balance of mind, body, and heart. Knowing how and when to breathe, where to put the air, having the thoughts prepared, and then putting emotion into the singing happens basically in an instant, so practice, experience, concentration, and emotion all must be balanced.</p>
<p>As with most things, singing at a high level is something special, like hitting major league pitching, not so easy to accomplish. Now add together the idea that three people must merge to create a vocal "chord" and you have some idea of the difficulty. However, when it works, the feeling is sublime, and it is without a doubt worth the effort.</p>
<p>So the three of us worked on vocals last night, and it was hard fun. Debbie is a pro. She has been teaching singing for a long time, and studied with masters of the art. Dave and I are working hard to catch up. We are fortunate to have her guidance in our effort to make the sound better. We worked on several of our original songs and covers that pull for three part harmony, not every song needs it.</p>
<p>We then worked on Dave's original song, "The Book of Daniel." This song was inspired by a story of love by our drummer, The Heartbeat, Daniel Polyak. The song is fun and engaging. We will be adding it to our setlist. I'm very happy Dave is writing songs. Both Debbie and I presented new songs we are working on. When bandmates are writing original material it brings an energetic ownership to the group process that is beautiful as it unfolds.Debbie is an amazing songwriter and her jazzy/country songs about love bring a balance to my rock sensibilities and apocalyptic anthems.</p>
<p>We are at a point as a band where we are ready to play out and are looking for venues. We are not a typical bar band, but in the end that will work to our advantage. I believe our original material is strong enough to create a powerful experience for anyone who listens.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/06cc2d8ea3fd2f7954dc1ffd80289a34b4200503/original/fullsizeoutput-bf43.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/63854662020-07-14T22:59:17-04:002020-07-14T22:59:17-04:00Dreamwalkers Patrick Russini: Studio Brilliance<p>Hello to all my Dreamwalkers,</p>
<p>Tonight we were back in the studio, and received a lesson as to how important the sound engineer is in a recording. Patrick took a scratch track and transformed a questionable track to one that will be unquestionably terrific. I've done some sound engineering, but I am in awe of what Patrick can accomplish. </p>
<p>The energy in the studio was intense. Pat's level of concentration, and his sensitive ear together are just inspiring. Patrick and drummer Daniel Polyak are a great team and it was clear to me they left it all "on the field. We were all exhausted at the end of the session.</p>
<p>We finished drums on Debbie Stern's "Call Me Love," and my "Everything Is Changing." So we have six songs ready to go forward. Bass guitar player, Dave Ross will begin to put bass tracks down on these songs next week.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/7259d83c6a846c662e161788618c98a529027ea9/original/b631d29c-5e6b-40a7-a8cf-fff854957f2d.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/8f33c6674d0685a295ce16f079a860061817ac3b/original/0d85be28-f656-45d0-b99e-985906cbe9d9.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/63852372020-07-14T00:15:05-04:002020-07-14T00:15:05-04:00Dreamwalkers: Rock and Roll<p>Hello Dreamwalkers Family and Friends,</p>
<p>Tonight's rehearsal was punctuated by two original rock and roll songs, Debbie Stern's "Don't Talk Behind My Back," and my own "Music Is The Ride." We don't advertise as a rock and roll band, but as it turns out we can kick out the jams, and rock the building. Debbie's song did not start out as a rock and roll song, but it was angry enough, and the band suggested rock, so she went with us, and had great results. "Music Is The Ride," has been my baby for many years. I'm so thrilled the band has not only embraced the song, but has improved it. The song is now both edgier and more emotional, still telling the story of my son's first concert and my viewing it through his eyes. </p>
<p>Daniel Polyak is a terrific rock and roll drummer, Dave Ross is steady on the bass, and Tony Shepard is just an amazing rock and roll machine. I am blessed to be with these great players and friends. Debbie Stern, by the way made some wonderful suggestions to "Music Is The Ride." I am grateful to her and the other band members for their steadfast support, and tremendous talent they bring to the project.</p>
<p>Recording studio tomorrow.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/5bba5cd62af615537fdfdea7e1d68f3438534ec4/original/4dcf6d4f-6a06-4f2c-ba21-7b49e2303102.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Songs: Cut My Hair, Call Me Love (Debbie), Don't Talk Behind My Back (Debbie), Music Is The Ride (Rich), Walkin' Down The Road (Rich), Harvest Moon, </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/63827052020-07-11T00:28:44-04:002023-12-10T11:58:54-05:00Dreamwalkers Drummer Daniel Polyak and His Drum Kits<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/a0d4c898de4c16cffb9a7de487db66cecb001d97/original/screen-shot-2020-07-11-at-12-12-11-am.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Hanging out with Dremwalkers Drummer Daniel Polyak is great fun. He is a master drummer, experienced in many types of music and having played in many different bands. Daniel is spiritual, thoughtful, and very funny. He is very proud of his craft, and his drum kits. Here are a few.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/e147c85eb89b51acdd9306c3f8c550023c5f4604/original/screen-shot-2020-07-11-at-12-21-47-am.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/7c16fc501bfcb92ef90fffae31c93122dbd8db34/original/screen-shot-2020-07-11-at-12-17-12-am.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/16f15a13ab69bd59b37979109c945ad219c25632/original/screen-shot-2020-07-11-at-12-16-41-am.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/d7b43418c508ce2b6d7250b64bc0e007ea6e692c/original/screen-shot-2020-07-11-at-12-18-21-am.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/63793262020-07-07T22:10:51-04:002020-07-07T22:17:50-04:00Dreamwalkers Album 2.0: Back In The Studio<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/4f0d6ead6ff82d254155cae6979576fed863cb91/original/24bf8aa8-ec1a-4c7a-aa1a-793a4f0d34d9.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Tonight, we worked on two of Debbie Stern's wonderful compositions, "Louisiana Playin' On My Mind," and "Tricks On Me." Led by the steady hand (and ear) of sound magician Patrick Russini, the inspiring drums of Daniel Polyak (The Heartbeat) were given wings. Ii was amazed at the power of Pat and Debbie's ears to pick up nuances and craft the drums to frame the song, and Daniel's heartfelt playing (after all he is the Heartbeat) was a joy to hear. </p>
<p>Patrick has put a ton of work into mixing the scratch track which makes things a lot easier for the rest of us. Drums take a bit longer, as there are 14 microphones to synchronize, but we are beginning to make progress. It was an intense evening, but we got the drums for two songs complete and I am thrilled with the direction the album is taking. I thank Pat, Daniel, Debbie, Tony and Dave for their ongoing support of this project. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/4b54a0e3f82978088a054d501d77347356657862/original/d9451453-0788-4c54-891e-8c0137ed6095.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/fc45ab50b1fd7597df8c050856132bac9a811532/original/06d79ae7-9de5-4e69-95f4-567e28f73c76.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/e7ba1f403306922046d99ce332d70f53e4d3aef1/original/415e77a0-e17f-4054-85d7-f732fb0dc47b.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/d056e3bf315bda3d7cf285d168b9f1308419a519/original/4903166e-1ada-4be1-80ac-cf02c8b1f82c.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/7ce56109ccbfca3f2b3a6495e8d6c5a967f81388/original/6b216311-3c11-45d5-a388-8c716c922946.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/c8856271c4f01f9950dea3a9085dd7c96fb09eb8/original/d1302ba2-dfd3-481d-89e7-9b5edfe2c258.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/7ce56109ccbfca3f2b3a6495e8d6c5a967f81388/original/6b216311-3c11-45d5-a388-8c716c922946.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/2148639087feb332145c4ea6d869d8e63509d159/original/1071c840-e62a-4000-a4fc-c6e71de92e40.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/e4330635cca06e0ded0e655ad2cbd32561979536/original/a3f44f45-bd04-489b-9a9e-4a1b7592142e.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/63747392020-07-03T09:20:09-04:002020-07-03T09:20:09-04:00Dreamwalkers: Harmony as a Lesson About Life<p>Hello Dreamwalkers Family and Friends,</p>
<p>Debbie Stern, Dave Ross and I had a vocal rehearsal session in which we worked on harmonies. Debbie is the "Queen of Harmony." I have great respect for her ability, talent and experience in this arena. So with that in mind Debbie took the lead in planning and manifesting the harmonies. It was a little like being in a masterclass. Harmony involves more than hitting the right note. It involves a bit of merging with the lead singer in terms of emotion and tonal quality. None of the voices can really stick out, as the three together create a vocal "chord." </p>
<p>Dave has a great voice and gives us greater flexibility in terms of what we as a band can present to the audience. Three part harmony is difficult, but worth it. When we hit it, it's a rush, sending electricity through my body. As in life, not every song needs harmony singing, and certainly not three part harmony. But when it's indicated it's quite powerful.</p>
<p>Stay in harmony with your world..</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/06cc2d8ea3fd2f7954dc1ffd80289a34b4200503/original/fullsizeoutput-bf43.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/63709862020-06-30T05:32:20-04:002020-07-01T05:13:09-04:00Dreamwalkers: Music Is Our Healer<p>Greetings to all Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>Have you ever had one of those dreams where you think you’ve awakened but you’re actually still dreaming and you’re about to encounter something disquieting? That’s what it feels like around here right now. We think we’re climbing out of the coronavirus nightmare and we get dragged back in. That being said, playing in this band is a healing balm for all of us. We address the songs with love and energy, and hold each other with respect and support. It’s a fun place to be for several hours, a bubble not of crazy of the world.</p>
<p>Dave Ross brought in a cover song he wanted to play, “Goin’ Down The Road Feelin’ Bad,” and it was a blast. Debbie Stern put the harmonies together and it was great fun to sing. Dave handed his bass to Tony Sheppard and took over an electric guitar. This one will be added to our set list. I had a lot of fun singing and playing my own song, “The Outsider.” This one is Johnny Cash meets The X-Files. I think of it as a western apocalypse. Although I wrote it years ago it is dead on what is happening today.</p>
<p>I’ve known Tony Sheppard for many years, and he is such a versatile and skilled guitar player. Last night was one of those nights he took the roof off the building. I can’t wait for everyone out there to hear him take center stage with his brilliant lead guitar. As we move forward getting ready to play out, I continue to grow in appreciation of Debbie Stern’s songs and singing. She is another mostly hidden genius living in our midst. I think people are going to be blown away by her.</p>
<p>The heartbeat of the band, drummer Daniel Polyak. He is the perfect drummer for us, playing with great feel an emotion. He’s also a comedic foil for me so I don’t get too serious. He makes sure there is a space for fun.</p>
<p>Bottom line? Our time together is an oasis, but one we are looking forward to sharing with everyone. I’m unsure of what the future will bring in general, but I know that we plan to be out there providing a bubble of music for our fellow travelers in this dream to have solace in the chaos.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/7e7ba8214b6e5c4d75031f3dd6efb46ad3291d05/original/fullsizeoutput-bf25.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Songs: The Word, Don’t Give Me A Second Thought (Debbie), The Redemption (Rich), Louisiana Playin’ On My Mind Again (Debbie) Tuesday Afternoon, Something’Bout That Boy (Debbie), Only Live Is Real (Rich), Goin’ Down The Road Feelin’ Bad, Machiavelli’s Daughter (Rich), The Outsider (Rich).</p>
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<p> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/63663572020-06-25T17:59:22-04:002020-06-25T17:59:22-04:00Dreamwalkers: report from the recording studio<p>Hello all my Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>Tuesday evening, drummer Daniel Polyak and executive producer and recording engineer Patrick Russini worked on drum tracks for my song, “Two Insomnias.” I know I’m not supposed to have favorites songs of my own‘s like having your favorite child, but if I were to pick one this might be it. I spoke to Daniel last night and he said that he and Patrick have this wonderful simpatico about how to get the drum sound right and make it frame the song. I listen to the track today and it was terrific.</p>
<p>Our recording process is off to a wonderful start and I need to thank Patrick Russini for his hard work and expertise in setting up to record the drums. Can you imagine 14 microphones? Of course they wouldn’t sound great unless our heartbeat, Daniel Polyak was doing such a great job with the playing.</p>
<p>There are many songs left to go, and once the rhythm tracks are done we will have a lot more flexibility in bringing the rest of the instruments and vocals on board. It’s such an exciting process and I suspect it will parallel the growth of our live performance.</p>
<p>Peace, Dr Dreamwalker<br> </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/e3bca7d4e2d4bcdbbbeac3aacedf9fcec71e31f3/original/ead738f3-6b38-4f88-8e24-ad730f803e6a.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
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<p> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/63643642020-06-23T23:12:58-04:002020-06-23T23:23:09-04:00Dreamwalkers: Album Tracks Started<p>Hello Dreamwalkers Family and Friends,</p>
<p>we’ve been waiting for this night for a while. Pat Russini set up 14 microphones around Daniel (the heartbeat) Polyak’s drums and we spent time dialing in all the drum sounds on Pro Tools. With mercury in retrograde motion some glitches would not be unusual and it took us a while to sort everything out, but once we did, Daniel’s drums sounded superb and we got some great drum tracks to my original song, “Suggestion By Echo.” Listening to it as we made several passes I was amazed at how good the song actually is, despite the fact I wrote it. Even though we didn’t get everything done the way we had hoped for, I feel very positive about our process, our band, and our songs. <br> </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
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<p>Dr Dreamwalker </p>
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<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/e76c86628dcf3fdf545f90e3041417e9e99192ce/original/ab4b4290-01dd-45d3-afe4-0b4d4268ae13.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/a50fa12f56f3cd23c2dfc2eb3434ae7000ec603e/original/c3c85171-2b48-4dd1-84c0-09f6e2db54df.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/e17c5d0d68d62afd2eef61677996797f4a7c22de/original/555b846b-7196-4f09-ae8c-dfdb612e70f9.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/9ba1e73036512852b07ce3a23ee5277b6fbb715a/original/0dc1cf41-354c-4d94-9fcd-d8516d684de0.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/63630002020-06-22T23:34:59-04:002020-06-22T23:42:09-04:00Dreamwalkers: The Band Emerges<p>Hello Dreamwalkers Family and Friends,</p>
<p>There are moments in life when you can feel a shift. Perhaps it was due to our recording the scratch tracks, but the energy in the rehearsal room was alive and the band played at a higher level than ever before. The music was filled with energy, everyone hit their marks and we had a collective cohesiveness that you could feel. . . and hear. We went through the first set efficiently and then Debbie Stern previewed a new song for us, "Don't Talk Behind My Back," a real rocker. I think I've affected Debbie, as she said, "I never wrote a rock and roll song, but that gal really made me angry (technically she used other words)." Sounds like rock and roll to me.</p>
<p>Daniel Polyak (The Heartbeat) was absolutely on, unfolding some major league rock and roll chops. Dave Ross brought us a Grateful Dead song to cover, "Goin Down The Road Feeling Bad," which was a lot of fun. I brought Pete Townshend's "Let My Love Open The Door." Although we are an original band, we love to play covers as well. I think both of these will find their way to our setlist.</p>
<p>Tomorrow evening, we start on the journey of moving from scratch tracks to real tracks as the Dreamwalkers 2.0 album (Tentatively titled, "Music Is The Ride") starts to take shape. Very exciting times for our band.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/5d49b19fe8a27357f46ef405a9728e6836a6ceda/original/fullsizeoutput-bec7.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Songs:</p>
<p>Everything is Changing (Rich)</p>
<p>Dancing With The Man In The Moon (Debbie)</p>
<p>Love Is A Rose (Cover)</p>
<p>Crazy Movie (Rich)</p>
<p>End of The Line (Cover)</p>
<p>Lucky Me (Debbie)</p>
<p>Diamond Filled Bouquet (Rich)</p>
<p>Good To See You Gone (Debbie)</p>
<p>Road Song (Tony)</p>
<p>You May Be The One (Rich and Tony)</p>
<p>Get Together (Cover)</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/63546552020-06-15T22:47:22-04:002020-06-15T23:21:09-04:00Dreamwalkers Album 2.0. . . Phase One Completed<p>Hello Dreamwalkers Family and Friends,</p>
<p>The band finished the final scratch tracks for our second album. I was really happy to hear Tony Sheppard's "Road Song," in good shape. It has a kind of western/surfing tone which I love. We played it out in the past, and it's really fun to play. Tony was really on for all songs tonight, but was spectacular on this one. We played Debbie's "How I Love To Love You Lord," a love song to God. This song is as gorgeous as you would expect from the title. Finally, we did my own, "Silence Between The Worlds," an homage to my own spiritual teachers, some of whom show up in disguise. </p>
<p>I thank Daniel Polyak (The Heartbeat) for being more of a clock tonight. He sets the stage for everything that comes next, as he will begin laying down the drum tracks that will be on the album. Dave Ross gave another steady performance on bass guitar, so thank you Dave. Patrick Russini, again at the controls for sound has his work cut out for him, but I have great confidence that he will put together a fantastic album.</p>
<p>This is a dream manifesting in real time. What a great group of talented and heart filled musicians. The songs are terrific and I cannot wait to hear the finished product. We will begin rehearsing next week to play out. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/41c5d44d0e3de737cafa0f60b56148787165a4ef/original/fullsizeoutput-c6eb.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/a4a46cf151c1d69efe8db565efb42bf688c8d379/original/fullsizeoutput-c6fd.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/63483082020-06-10T00:36:15-04:002020-06-10T00:36:15-04:00Dreamwalkers Album 2.0 Moving Forward with Special Guest<p>Hello Dreamwalkers Family and Friends,</p>
<p>The Band continued to record scratch tracks, and we are almost done. We can wrap up the final scratch tracks next week. We had a guest playing tonight, Jeff Hocker, one of the founders of the band, played bass guitar on the song, "Two Insomnias." Jeff and I played Two Insomnias many times while he was in the band and I thought it was fitting he would play on one of my favorite tunes. We updated the song with a new arrangement and after a few passes, the band knocked it out. It was great fun to be playing with Jeff again. I thank our current bass guitar player, Dave Ross for being so gracious in allowing Jeff to play in his spot for this song. </p>
<p>We also worked on a song I always wanted the band to do, "Magnetic North." When I found out that Tampa International Airport had to change their runway settings because magnetic north had changed, I thought about what would happen if the compasses didn't work while an expedition was exploring a polar region of the planet. It seemed like a fitting metaphor for where we are today, lost, and the compass cannot be trusted. </p>
<p>We worked on two of Debbie Stern's songs, "Don't Give Me A Second Thought (Let Me Be Your First)" and "Something About That Boy." Her songs are sweet expressions of relationships and love. We had a great time recording them.</p>
<p>I thank my bandmates, Tony Sheppard on lead guitar, Dave Ross on bass guitar, Daniel Polyak (The Heartbeat), and Debbie Stern. I also thank Patrick Russini, who is making sure the recording is dialed in and on target. Finally, I thank Jeff Hocker. It's always great to play with you, my brother.</p>
<p>Once we are done with the scratch tracks, which will be most likely next week, we can begin the task of filling in the skeleton. The songs are sounding great, the band is coming together, and soon we will be playing out. That should be great fun. See you there.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/1d525ff32cf699a7596cd3b9ebe199f2dc95db3b/original/img-0050.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/63389722020-06-02T00:39:39-04:002020-06-02T00:39:39-04:00Dreamwalkers Album 2.0: Progress<p>Hi Dreamwalkers Family and Friends,</p>
<p>We completed four scratch tracks last week, and our goal was four more, but things went so well, we finished five tracks, which bring us to nine. Tony Sheppard stole the night. We all know him as a versatile player, able to play Latin, Jazz, Ska, and just about any style you can name. He let loose his rock and roll heart tonight, with some spectacular playing on my original songs, "Music Is The Ride" and "Suggestion By Echo." Across the studio I was in awe. Patrick Russini was once again steady at the controls, bringing helpful suggestions to keep us on track. We recorded three Debbie Stern songs, "Call Me Love," "Good To See You Gone," and "Tricks On Me." Wait until you hear how terrific these tunes are. Daniel Polyak (the Heartbeat) and Dave Ross put in a strong rhythm section. Remembering these are scratch tracks is important because the goals are to get the tempo, arrangement, and feel right. Daniel said, "I want it to be simple and strong. I'll save the fancy stuff for the final recording." Still, if tonight's playing was indicative of what the album will sound like, we are all in for a treat.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/008419801daf36ccc0cc5a9c2784c18ddf2bc44b/original/img-4463.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/0a191c43ecff1816a764fba0962b32e997cec91c/original/img-4464.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/63322542020-05-27T15:45:46-04:002020-05-27T15:53:48-04:00Dreamwalkers Begin Recording Album 2.0<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/34f53be9a60f2fb57005ace0d0bc5711a42ae06a/original/fullsizeoutput-c610.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Hello Dreamwalkers Family and Friends,</p>
<p>Monday evening was a noteworthy event as Dreamwalkers Band engaged album 2.0. I give much appreciation to our heartbeat, drummer Daniel Polyak who generously offered his studio as the site to begin. We practice at his place regularly, but I thought some appreciation is indicated. Also, appreciation to Patrick Russini, who will be executive producer and recording engineer for the project. </p>
<p>Pat is meticulous regarding sound, so he carefully set us up to do scratch tracks for each of our songs. In this process, the band plays to create a skeleton of the song, so to speak, and once everyone is happy with arrangement and tempo, we move to the next song. Later, we go back and re-record every instrument and voice, one at a time. For example, Pat will extensively mic the drums, and Daniel will play to the rest of the track. At the end, every instrument will be re-recorded with superior quality both in performance and sound. </p>
<p>We wound up finishing four songs: Debbie's "I Think I Think Too Much," and "Louisiana Playing On My Mind," and two of mine, "The Outsider," sort of Johnny Cash meets the X-Files, and "Everything Is Changing," which of course it is. The process is hard fun, exhilarating but exhausting. It was amazing to hear the songs coalesce under the pressure of creating the structure of the track. Everyone has to be on the same page here, and creative ideas were flowing as to how to make the arrangement for each song.</p>
<p>I have great faith in these songs and my bandmates. Dreamwalkers 2.0 (unnamed as yet) is going to be excellent.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/ecfb6735a008e4178bb83f9c5f86c679675c6376/original/img-4382.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/6db4cddcc0afb68eaebbe0bb80a7ed723a0f8e77/original/img-4384.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/c2b30cf401fa294eb5fec02d60920ec8fe5098f6/original/img-4380.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/794a3d744aab4491b6021ab5ad9a4d9929bf7530/original/fullsizeoutput-c609.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/63221562020-05-19T08:15:02-04:002020-05-19T08:15:02-04:00Dreamwalkers: Music Is The Ride<p>Good morning Dreamwalkers Family and Friends,</p>
<p>The band rehearsed Monday evening, and I'm going to quote Debbie Stern, "Everyone is coming in to their own with creative ideas and what’s great is that we are all willing to listen to each other without attitudes.. that is true respect!" I agree with that sentiment. </p>
<p>I wrote a song years ago about three concerts that changed my life. The song is called Music Is The Ride, and has the hook, "Life is an amusement park, Music is the Ride. I took my son, Dan, then 12 years old, to see his first concert, Bruce Springsteen in 2009. His exclamation, "I'M SO GLAD WE'RE HERE," and THIS IS AN AMUSEMENT PARK WHERE MUSIC IS THE RIDE." reminded me of two concerts that changed my life, The Beatles at Shea Stadium in Queens, and The Who at Fillmore East in New York City. The Springsteen concert in Tampa, brought me back to how great live music could be and how it is transformational in nature, at least for me. I wrote most of the song when we got back, and recorded at demo (thank you Wolfgang Kohler). I reworked the song years later, from the perspective of the child thinking back to his first concert and his father's love for the guitar and music, and added the final verse about returning home, changed forever. </p>
<p>Yesterday, I presented the song to the band, and they surfed the 'Bo Diddley' style riff like they had been playing it forever. Tony Sheppard was a wonder, playing rock and roll leads in th style of Jimmy Page, but with his own fantastic twists on the sound. Dave Ross got the bass line right away, Debbie Stern took the harmonies, and our heartbeat, Daniel Polyak got the beat as if he wrote the song. I was enthralled. We are going to add it to our setlist and it will be on the album. It's the kind of magic rock and roll can provide, after all, "Life is an amusement park, Music is the Riiiiiiiiiiide."</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/6007013884ad04bf0222d11ab9a19ca375cdd318/original/fullsizeoutput-2f35.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>This is a photo taken at the Springsteen concert. Dan was 12 and I looked a bit different myself. We both were wearing Rickenbacker t-shirts. </p>
<p> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/63131092020-05-12T06:07:39-04:002020-05-12T08:38:30-04:00Dreamwalkers Album 2.0 gets a Boost<p>Dreamwalkers band members are all healthy and back at rehearsal. Our practice was punctuated by a visit from old friend and sound engineer Patrick Russini. Pat was there to take a look around Daniel’s studio and make suggestions about recording our album. Pat had some great suggestions about the recording process and we will be setting up a time for him to come over and get started. If there are no gigs available right now it’s a perfect time to get moving on recording. </p>
<p>Tonight’s rehearsal focused on our second set. Band is starting to really jell and we are looking forward to playing out as soon as we are permitted to do so.</p>
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<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/d4733d5296525f6e1ab6d6e7afb6e6de4e15c6cb/original/dw-album-party-7.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
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<p>Songs: The Word, Don't Give Me A Second Thought (Let Me Be Your First), Only Love Is Real, Louisiana Playin’ On My Mind, Somethin’ ‘Bout That Boy, The Redemption, How I Love to Love you, Machiavelli’s Daughter, Tuesday Afternoon, West LA Fadeaway, You Say.</p>
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<p> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/63051882020-05-05T04:52:58-04:002020-05-05T05:04:49-04:00New Normal is an Oxymoron, Dreamwalkers Band Rehearsal Is Normal<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/c56532bc81e824600b4fbbd6d9b97794760b8c79/original/f07aabce-7f79-41b3-afd1-c2c09ba171b7.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Normal is having pizza with someone you don’t know . Normal is playing music with Dreamwalkers Band. We got together Monday evening and had a great rehearsal. Everyone was excited to be back together and it was great fun and great music. The energy for moving to the next level was certainly there. Sweet. Kudos to Tony Sheppard, Debbie Stern, Dave Ross, and “The Heartbeat” Daniel Polyak.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/852a163d6503c64754e590b67eefe2c1a2c64f19/original/a8a6bc54-20b5-4197-929c-0ae5bb90ea81.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Songs: Everything is Changing, Dancing With The Man In the Moon, Love Is A Rose, Good to See You Gone, Crazy Movie, End of the Line, Call Me Love, Lucky Me, Diamond Filled Bouquet, You May Be The One, Get Together.</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/62899782020-04-22T00:16:42-04:002020-04-22T00:16:42-04:00Bravo, Tony Sheppard<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/04b0f06d214b79ab77e2f47c627d3735ac5a0b94/original/3e212e17-4423-44ad-9a8f-84362b3f4b90.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Dreamwalkers Band is so blessed to have Tony Sheppard on lead guitar. I play with him a lot and an consistently amazed at his combination of technical skill, heartfelt tenderness and raw power. Bravo, Tony Sheppard. We are ready to begin recording the new Dreamwalkers album and start playing out.</p>
<p>Peace, Dr Dreamwalker </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/62803522020-04-12T15:12:26-04:002020-09-16T01:13:40-04:00Beads On One String<p>Pete Townshend has always been a visionary. Still, I doubt if he could have predicted how perfect the metaphor of Beads On One String would be for where we are now during this world wide pandemic. I wanted to try a simple, stripped down version of the song. Love you, Pete. I decided to send it out to friends on this Easter/Passover moment. It's in the video section.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/65f2cf6a8984e71c6824fb487003666c4df72d57/original/fullsizeoutput-6f3.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/62800332020-04-12T01:00:36-04:002020-04-12T01:04:15-04:00Happy Easter, Happy Passover, Stay at Home, Pink Moon, John Prine<p>Happy Easter and Passover Dreamwalkers Family and Friends,</p>
<p>Easter, Passover, Stay At Home, Pink Moon, John Prine passes away. What a power packed week. John Prine's death hit me hard. I met him in 1974 and he was humble and sweet, more or less congruent with what his songs portrayed. John was an American Treasure and won't be replaced. So, as a tribute to him, Debbie Stern and I learned "Angel From Montgomery," and recorded it for the video section of the site.</p>
<p>By the way, I decided to look up what an Angel From Montgomery actually was. Montgomery is the capital of Alabama and an Angel From Montgomery is a phone call from the Governor of Alabama with a release from the electric chair. The song is about a woman whose marriage is so sterile, it's like a death sentence.</p>
<p>I have a feeling everyone in this country feels like he or she would like to get one of those calls about now. By the way did you see that incredible Full Moon the other day? You could practically read by it. Pink Moon. Beautiful.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/7ba286da360a044c33cbcac8b150d32adbe4eaaf/original/screen-shot-2020-04-12-at-12-59-40-am.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/62794692020-04-11T09:13:47-04:002020-04-11T09:13:47-04:00Dreamwalkers. . . 12 Years Later. . . a Tribute to my cousin, Lonny Stone, who died at the World Trade Center<p>Hello Dreamwalkers Family and Friends,</p>
<p>Songs are like children. They are born, have an infancy, a toddlerhood, an adolescence, and then emerge as adults. Some are healthy and strong, others not so much. You don't wish to play favorites, but sometimes you can't help it. 12 Years Later is one of those times. The bigger story is my cousin, Lonny Stone, was murdered on September 11, 2001 at the World Trade Center in New York. He was the nicest guy in the entire family. About 1,000 people attended his funeral and a street was named for him in Queens, NY. The entire country was traumatized by the event, but the families and friends who personally lost someone more so. About four months later, I had this uncanny event where during an acupuncture session I went into a waking dream. My grandparents (long deceased) were at the top of the staircase in my childhood home motioning for me to come up the stairs. When I got there, my friend and mentor, Arnold Lee Glass (also deceased) greeted me and ushered me down a long hallway. At the end of the hallway, surrounded by a golden glow was my cousin. He was wearing a white shirt and faded blue jeans, no shoes or socks. He looked great, had all his hair back. I said, "You look pretty good for a dead guy." He smiled, then told me he was trying to get through to his mother and couldn't because her grief was so strong and asked me to tell her to let go that he was okay. When I gently told her about it, she laughed and said, "He's come to everyone in the family except me and his father with the same message." </p>
<p>I wondered how the others who were killed on that tragic day would feel about a war being started in their names with countless souls murdered and many more lives decimated by the conflict. I didn't think they would approve. In the end, "It's love that keeps us strong. Now we are in a situation in which the entire world is united in the battle against COVID19. It's not dissimilar from the feeling I had the day Lonny died. Remember "it's love that keeps us strong."</p>
<p>I posted the song, done in a stripped down version with Debbie Stern on Keyboards and backing vocals. Send love rather than fear in these troubling days.</p>
<p>Peace, Love.</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/0c6ef1610485f971f87ff869983e46d858c6735d/original/fullsizeoutput-c12e.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/62778892020-04-09T21:09:29-04:002020-04-09T21:09:29-04:00Harvest Moon. . . Stay At Home<p>Hello Dreamwalkers Family and Friends,</p>
<p>It's less than a month since the world turned upside down. We are frustrated at not being able to rehearse together as a band. Everything was clicking in the right direction, and the band was really starting to jell as a cohesive unit. So now we reset. It's a crazy making time for us all. Still, we remain in contact and look forward to the restrictions being lifted, people getting better and our national psyche (and financial systems) start to heal.</p>
<p>In the meantime, I had a feeling this was going to happen, and Debbie and I recorded a bunch of songs in a stripped down fashion to share with everyone. We are not using echo or reverb so the sound will be simple as well, but there is an intimacy around doing this that was sweet and we hope you like them. Today's post is Harvest Moon, a cover of one of Neil Young's finest efforts. As a band we love Neil Young, and I personally have been following him since Buffalo Springfield days. He is an international treasure. Check out the video section to see. </p>
<p>A reminder, you can still download the Dreamwalkers album for free in the Store section of the site.</p>
<p>So everyone stay healthy, be cool, get creative, play music, and send love and healing to the world.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/8055b73b202868a2124f7469a10245b087b6c5da/original/fullsizeoutput-bbba.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/62742602020-04-07T08:55:37-04:002020-04-07T08:55:37-04:00Music Is The Great Healer. . . Call Me Love in Video section.<p>Hi Dreamwalkers Family and Friends,</p>
<p>I've noticed people are starting to react to current circumstances with depression, a malaise where everyone feels tired even when they rest. This is a disease of the soul, and it's very contagious. When people's ordinary coping mechanisms are slammed shut, this is an expected consequence. The only way to fight is to use known and unknown, expected and unexpected coping mechanisms. One sure way to cope is music. Gratitude is also a healing balm. Go to the video section and watch/listen to Debbie Stern's gorgeous original song, "Call Me Love." The song has a warmth to counteract the emotional aridness of these unprecedented days and odd experiences.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/b728b4ac177ffffaa98748ef634ddb9cfac7ed56/original/img-0626.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/62731792020-04-06T08:17:51-04:002020-04-06T08:30:42-04:00Dreamwalkers Band Musical Mission, Louisiana Playin' On My Mind<p>Hi Dreamwalkers Family and Friends,</p>
<p>We are moving (well not moving all that much) through our Stay at Home order in Florida. Music is a great balm during this time. Fortunately, I saw this coming, and Debbie Stern and I set about making a number of videos of original and cover songs to send out to you during this month of physical isolation. I'll be putting them out every few days. Hopefully by April 30, the order will lift and we can begin to resume our band life, fully engage recording our next album, and play out live. This is a time of reset and reflection, which isn't bad for a songwriter, but as a band leader, I want to be out there playing. Patience is difficult as the future is uncertain in terms of timing but not intent. Our musical mission is to reflect on the past, empower the present, and inspire the future. Music is the great soul healer and as we move into uncertain times will become more powerful than ever. </p>
<p>You can find Debbie's beautiful song in the video section. Enjoy</p>
<p>If you go to the store section you can download our Dreamwalkers album for free. Just put in your e-mail address.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/d7afe93f0fd1d88ae0f9cd7e8956c8fe52261a5e/original/dw2-15.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/62700752020-04-02T23:18:13-04:002020-04-02T23:18:13-04:00Dr Dreamwalker Birthday, Walkin' Down The Road, Stay Home Florida<p>Hey Dreamwalkers Family and Friends,</p>
<p>It's been a big day. My birthday was today and I appreciate all the good wishes from people known and unknown, expected and unexpected. In these days of social distancing, I had a conversation with both my sons, one in Sarasota and one in Boston through the Zoom platform. It's an amazing event. I guess I feel a little like George Jetson with his tv phone at his desk, but it works and it was great to speak with both kids together. Unfortunately, the only thing there is to talk about is COVID19, but that's where we are in life today. I had a great relaxing birthday, took a long walk, a nice nap, spoke with friends, recorded a video, and a wonderful dinner with Kali and Gianna,</p>
<p>I chose Walkin' Down The Road" to be the song of the day because it speaks to equanimity, going down the middle of the road, in peace to deal with whatever problems arise. "Maybe we'll meet, maybe we'll talk, if not, it's okay," is the theme of the song. Embrace the day, the people, nature, energy, whatever comes your way, and in embracing it, flow beyond it. That's the idea anyway. It's a little more difficult to do when it's landing on your head, but still worth the effort.</p>
<p>Thank you again for all the birthday messages.</p>
<p>Love,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p>The "Boys" giving me a Happy Birthday wake up greeting. </p>
<p><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/ec5a7ff3741ca732567fb93cca5415b3961912e1/original/fullsizeoutput-c0ad.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/62669222020-03-30T23:08:42-04:002020-03-30T23:08:42-04:00Social Distancing: What to do Dreamwalkers?<p>Hi Dreamwalkers out there,</p>
<p>Social distancing creates problems for bands. For working musicians, it's a disaster. I have a friend who already lost 26 gigs. No member of Dreamwalkers quit their day job, however, we all have seen a bite taken out of our work from the effects of the stay at home orders or suggestions or whatever they actually are. So what are we to do. We started putting together maps of our songs. You would think this would be the first thing, but it's easier said than done. Songs grow and change just like people. Still, we want to be on the same page and then make changes. So maps are emerging. Kudos to Daniel Polyak for being the incredible drummer he is and feeling our songs. Daniel told me the drums find him rather than the other way around. Perfect for Dreamwalkers..</p>
<p>I put up another Debbie and Doc video on the video page. The song is Dancing With The Man In The Moon, written by Debbie. It's a ton of fun at a time that isn't so easy. Enjoy.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/6b625198e26b8a774ed01586a4aa9932d549cb0e/original/daniel-polyak-2015.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/62660172020-03-30T00:12:11-04:002020-03-30T00:12:53-04:00Dreamwalkers Play At Home<p>Hi Dreamwalkers Family and Friends,</p>
<p>Social distancing is the order of the day. . . week. . . month. . . ? Who knows. Going without some live music is painful. So Debbie Stern and I decided to make videos to share and we will be doing so over the next few days? weeks? months? We will see. We are all feeling great, although a little cabin fever is starting to appear. So we will do what we can to put a little good feeling in your day. Here's the first video, it's one of my original songs, "Dreamer's Story," and while we miss the rest of the band, it's still fun. It will premier Monday, March 30 (today) at 7 AM. We hope you enjoy it. If there are songs you'd like us to do, please let me know and we'll do our best to figure it out. The song is in our video section, but I'm putting the link here as well.</p>
<p>https://youtu.be/QlNrufjNMKQ</p>
<p>Be cool. Stay healthy. Peace,<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/7e2fba00e4a25d7dfa5553da95ac804aa3b7a738/original/fullsizeoutput-bf35.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/62598792020-03-24T02:07:10-04:002020-03-24T02:07:10-04:00Dreamwalkers: We’ve been busy<p>We are still limited to gatherings of less than 10 people. So it’s good that our band only has five people in it. Debbie Stern and I made several videos which you can look at in the video section of the website. We had a terrific rehearsal on Monday evening. Each time we play together we get more comfortable with each other and the ideas start to flow. Of course we don’t know when the next rehearsal might be. There are rumors Florida’s about to be locked down anytime now. Well we like to be socially responsible, but we want to be musically adventurous as well. We just had a blast rehearsing with each other. I just enjoy these people so much both musically and personally. The band has an organic sound that’s coming out of I don’t know where, but it’s a sound all our own. The blend of original music from Debbi and I as well as the covers were choosing are just wonderful. So while everyone is on hiatus and all gigs are canceled we are catching up and looking forward to when we will be playing out. <br> </p>
<p>Peace, Dr Dreamwalker <br> </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/7d64b4fa136c1ea1ef952908edfc41b995c870b2/original/de764586-5cfd-4592-b401-58f136dc730c.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Songs for tonight: the word, don’t give me a second thought, the redemption, Louisiana, Tuesday afternoon, how I love to love you, something about that boy, only love is real, West LA fadeaway.</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/62572812020-03-21T10:14:58-04:002020-03-21T10:14:58-04:00Social Distancing<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/a65da53260bc860040678c663b8fe219c11d7229/original/e0d5b40c-5f99-4bb6-a90d-ac0cbfd2a6a7.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Even the Beatles are Social Distancing. <br><br>Looks like Florida is about to quarantine. Let’s all stay connected, be creative, and use our time well. <br> </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dreamwalkers Band</p>
<p> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/62557042020-03-20T00:30:28-04:002020-03-20T00:30:28-04:00Lets Write A Song Together<p>Last week I posted a story, titled "Sing Until You Are No Longer Afraid." Several people suggested I write the song. Well, I started, but it occurred to me I'd like to share the experience with all you Dreamwalkers sitting home during this crazy time. Lets write the song together. I'll start: </p>
<p>Here is a possible chorus </p>
<p>I remember what my father said </p>
<p>When facing pain, feeling dread </p>
<p>No matter how sharp you feel the blade </p>
<p>Sing till you are no longer afraid </p>
<p>Lets all get creative. I'm open to all ideas. There is no quarantine on creativity or music. When we get something cool I'll record and post it. Who knows, maybe the band will play it. </p>
<p>Peace, </p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/cea7addbdc04bc85dcf0f84996055ff0c9583ecc/original/img-4642.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/62517402020-03-16T23:14:31-04:002020-03-16T23:14:32-04:00Dreamwalkers First Set<p>Well, we are five people and we are all healthy and under 70, so it was okay for Dreamwalkers to rehearse tonight. Music is our balm at a time of great uncertainty. As much fun as we usually have when we get together, tonight felt even better. We decided to go through the first set, no stops as if we were playing out, to find out where the ragged edges were. We found some significant flaws, but all fixable, and there was so much good. Harmonies are tightening up. Tony Sheppard sang better than ever. Drummer Daniel Polyak presented his new Dreamwalkers bass drumhead. What a blast. Great people. Great music. The pandemic may delay our emergence a bit, but we will be ready.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p>Songs: Everything Is Changing, Dancing With The Man In The Moon, Love Is A Rose, Crazy Movie, End of the Line, Call Me Love, Diamond Filled Bouquet, Good To See You Gone, You May Be The One, GetTogether</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/f7327ba351a84ea1887c1035861037fae119beab/original/e8255cf4-4768-4163-8568-ca54ef6b5f10.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/5bba5cd62af615537fdfdea7e1d68f3438534ec4/original/4dcf6d4f-6a06-4f2c-ba21-7b49e2303102.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/d0797e4c565861b64c3b452b192a880b517b4f39/original/bb70a651-4547-4967-91ec-9df6b727bb13.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/44c47734249f3eb1149bf2d774afcbce0ea3b4a0/original/80bfada7-7d88-49bb-8a7d-307e7c9968f9.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/c6a3ade404b089972689f6383fdb8aa9076a1e4b/original/2666849a-f766-49ee-81f4-adc6ff26d0e2.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/7b94ac1f20c6949e06f1505bf27574a8dbbe29c0/original/fullsizeoutput-bf9b.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/62508612020-03-16T08:25:28-04:002020-03-16T08:25:28-04:00The Dreamwalkers COVID19 Album<p>This is an odd time. The prospect of doom hangs in the air, but it's more of a phantom, a ghost, without substance or form. Few people actually know anyone infected with COVID19, and fewer still know anyone who died from it. Still, most outside life has shut down from fear. Concerts and sporting events are gone from the landscape as large gatherings are forbidden. What to do? We have music. Dreamwalkers Band started putting together our next album, which has the working title (don't worry, it won't stay) The COVID19 Album. The experience with the first Dreamwalkers album is making this process simpler. We will see if it's easier.</p>
<p>This weekend, Debbie Stern and I made ghost tracks for 10 (that's right 10) of her wonderful songs and I prepared five of mine, with another five to go. Ghost tracks give the band a bare bones structure of the song. Debbie recorded piano and vocals of her songs at a certain tempo, with clear arrangement of verse, chorus, and bridge. The rhythm section of Daniel Polyak on drums, and Dave Ross on bass will lay down the foundation for each song, and then other instruments such as guitars, strings, synthesizers, etc...are added. The approach is layered, and the song gets built, a piece at a time. After everything is in place, the vocals can be re-recorded with a complete arrangement.</p>
<p>Debbie is such a wonderful singer, and I know people will love her songs. I managed to use a little computer magic to make the process more efficient. I love putting together my own songs, and there sure are plenty to chose from. There are a few we didn't put on the first album that I wanted to record, and it's very gratifying to have the chance to do so again.</p>
<p>This time can be thought of as a reset. We continue to rehearse. We are healthy. When the doors open, we will be ready to play.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/50bcfd81c8af15c4f9a6dc41b2b0e2f35bae6435/original/fullsizeoutput-bf2b.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/62435242020-03-10T02:43:55-04:002020-03-16T08:42:04-04:00Dreamwalkers Update: Johnny Cash Meets the X-Files; Surf Music Meets Ghost Riders in the Sky<p>I know it's been awhile since I've written, but Dreamwalkers have been moving forward. Tonight we finished getting bass player, Dave Ross, up to speed on all our material. I'm experiencing our band coming together as a unit, as we rehearse. As a bonus, Dave brought in a song he wanted to do, a cover of, West LA Fadeaway by the Grateful Dead, and we had a lot of fun playing it tonight. Great to hear Dave singing. Our band is well balanced. Debbie writes endearing songs about love and loss and I write apocalyptic anthems (insert laughing emoji here). Tonight, we worked on a Tony Sheppard composition called "Road Song." It's a blend of Surf Music and an updated Ghost Riders in the Sky. I love it. We played my song, "The Outsider," with prophetic lyrics ("stockpiled bombs, toxic waste, the next unknown disease."). This one is kind of a post apocalyptic western, sort of Johnny Cash meets the X-Files. Debbie's songs are very reminiscent of The Beatles. Daniel Polyak on Drums provides the glue that keeps our band from spinning out into orbit. I'm consistently amazed with his ability to "get" the feeling of our original songs. Of course he is a Master at all the covers. We have a lot of talented musicians in our group, but they are even better people.Time to knock off any rough edges and find a place to play. You'll have to come and see us. We are looking forward to it, and it will be great fun.</p>
<p>Love,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p>Tonight's Songs: Can't Find My Way Home, West LA Fadeaway, The Outsider, I Think I Think Too Much, Tricks on Me, Call Me Love, Road Song.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/8ae0460743c5ddbd128242a9fe0fdc732f72e6b1/original/fullsizeoutput-bbb7.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/62225432020-02-21T08:46:59-05:002020-02-21T08:46:59-05:00Happy Birthday, Drums<p>Today is the birthday of our drummer, Daniel Polyak. Enjoy your day brother. We love playing with you.</p>
<p>Dreamwalkers<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/6b625198e26b8a774ed01586a4aa9932d549cb0e/original/daniel-polyak-2015.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/62126642020-02-11T23:12:07-05:002020-02-11T23:12:07-05:00More Singing More Fun<p>Dreamwalkers Band had a vocal rehearsal Tuesday night and it was a blast. Debbie Stern, Dave Ross and I met to select and practice harmonies for our first group of songs. If you've never done something like this, it's an amazing experience. When it works, three part harmony feels like hitting a baseball right on the sweet spot of the bat. When it doesn't? Well, not quite as good. Debbie is a genius at making the map, Dave is very brave, diving in at the deep end and having a great attitude and good humor about the process. I'm getting better and better at singing harmony and just singing in general. It sure helps to have such supportive people around me and a great teacher. </p>
<p>We worked on the cover songs, Love Is a Rose, Get Together, End of the Line, and the Word, Debbie's songs Dancing With the Man In The Moon and Don't Give Me A Second Thought, and my Everything Is Changing. We were really blending well at the end. Next, bring the whole band in and see if our hard work pans out. Can't wait. A few more weeks and we will be ready to play out.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/a2211ee9ee8372bfdd2d0ebf857ea57dd3507fea/original/img-0999.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/62091802020-02-10T02:31:24-05:002020-02-10T17:52:35-05:00Harmony Singing and the Brain<p>There is no doubt singing improves happiness and is connected to brain function. I am working very hard right now to become an effective harmony singer. Fortunately, Dreamwalkers singer, Debbie Stern, is the queen of harmony, and is a great teacher to boot. There are people who can pull harmonies out of the air naturally. Others, like me, have to train the ear/brain. I am just beginning to get a glimmer of how this works. For now, I learn my part over and over. But the trick is not just in singing the right notes (although it sure helps). Harmony is about blending with the lead singer. So, I'm finding I have to hear myself, to keep the right notes (not the melody), but also listen to the lead singer in order to blend. In essence one is a participant and observer, but participation is based on the observation. Sounds a bit like psychotherapy. Wow. </p>
<p>So now with a few days passing, I'm getting a bigger picture in understanding the relationship between harmony and a singer's inner world. If I blend with the other singer, my tendency is to leave the harmony and sing the melody. So after some discussion and much trial and error (thanks Deb for being so patient), I am getting the idea of how to split the inner world without getting too confused musically. By the end of our work today, I was finally, so to speak, getting in tune.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/8ae0460743c5ddbd128242a9fe0fdc732f72e6b1/original/fullsizeoutput-bbb7.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/61320022020-01-28T00:31:12-05:002020-01-28T00:31:12-05:00Harmony and More<p>Some people can pick harmonies out of the air. I can’t but practice makes all things possible. Debbie Stern, queen of harmony, Dave Ross and I worked together to find that magic of people blending their voices together. It’s a wondrous thing when the vibrations of three people come together in the right way. The hair on my arm started standing up. It takes some work though, we have to follow the lead singer and not only hit the right now but hit the inflections correctly as if we’re merging souls. I’ve been studying with Debi for about 18 months now and it’s pretty amazing growth that I’ve experienced. Dave got thrown in at the deep end but he did very well.</p>
<p>We are almost done getting Dave Ross up to speed with familiarity with our songs. He has done an amazing job. We are very lucky to have Dave in our band. Tonight, we had a spirited rehearsal with great energy. We are beginning to come together as a band. Drummer Daniel Polyak is cooking with high octane rhythms and really has captured the vibe of our band. I'm hearing Tony Sheppard take his place as a master of guitar. We have come up with new arrangements of original material, and new cover songs. It's been quite some time since Dreamwalkers played out, as we had many losses and obstacles, but I feel like this group is just about ready to play out and we are all excited about what's been happening.</p>
<p>Great fun, wonderful music, and good friends who enjoy each other and love to play music together.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p>Songs: by Debbie Stern-- Good To See You, Gone, Don't Give Me A Second Thought; by Richard Schulman-- Two Insomnias, Walkin' Down The Road; Covers: Tuesday Afternoon, End of the Line, Love Is A Rose</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/589e85558cadc32810e6961f89ce9f97a2c21294/original/img-0719.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/f3df97e987cd62b392648440bf54728efa139fc8/original/img-0721.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/216209263276e8aa56be648c5b6bac12debf18ed/original/img-0615.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/6c483da98466ea7a012db49bd4bb31ce8d514e97/original/img-0723.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br><br> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/60977192020-01-14T01:45:00-05:002020-01-14T17:46:35-05:00Dreamwalkers Band Life<p>Hello my friends. Band life is unpredictable. We are right at the edge of performing and all of a sudden we need a new bass player. Tonight, bass guitar player, Dave Ross showed up and his vibe was right, he played bass well even on songs he hardly knew, suggested a song and sang it, all in all a very satisfying rehearsal. We have a vision of a band. Everyone seems to be on board with the vision. We are not a typical bar band, but we won't be dull. Really cool original songs, harmonies, and great musicianship. Tony was really on tonight. He plays with an amazing combination of grit and tenderness. We are a little delayed as Dave gets up to speed, we have to take new pictures, but we are moving forward again, and I'm happy to say we'll be out there soon.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/c732fcc8dbab26cd9ee20d02aa02f82145cc2bef/original/dw-album-party-1.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Songs: </p>
<p>Everything Is Changing; Trick My Eyes; The Redemption; How I Love to Love You; Harvest Moon; Get Together; Diamond Filled Bouquet; Louisiana Playing On My Mind; Unknown Legend; Something ‘Bout That Boy; Suggestion By Echo</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/60453682019-12-25T12:26:00-05:002019-12-25T12:26:00-05:00Christmas Gift from Dreamwalkers<p>Happy Christmas Dreamwalkers Family and Friends, </p>
<p>It's a day for giving, so if you would like the Dreamwalkers album, you can download it for free as a Christmas gift from the band by going over to the Store section of the website and providing your e-mail. </p>
<p>https://dreamwalkersband.com/store </p>
<p>If you wish to review it, send me an IM or e-mail and I'll put it up on the dreamwalkers.com website. </p>
<p>Peace, </p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/36ee9f51f92d1e2ca756641737f4b859fba1377f/original/dad2.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/de76948d651bbf601e77336fd5b37a4570df86e6/original/fullsizeoutput-baa5.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/58711362019-08-27T00:57:31-04:002019-08-27T00:57:31-04:00Dreamwalkers Welcome Drummer Daniel Polyak<p>Dreamwalkers Band is happy to announce the addition of drummer Daniel Polyak to our group. Daniel has played with nationally known luminaries such as Wanda Jackson and Wayne Cochrane, and is well known in the Sarasota area. He is a very accomplished drummer, but more importantly, he is a great guy who really got our vibe almost immediately. We love playing with him and feel very blessed he decided to join us.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/25b1d88a4300ba03d9af7a1509b4241078a817ce/original/daniel-polyak.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/58561752019-08-13T07:18:43-04:002019-08-13T07:18:43-04:00Thought for today from Dr Dreamwalker <p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/53c3bd1e803f8200a19e1f9b822a809f02441944/original/20b05a59-89bd-4525-9cd9-c09f98d63842.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Have a sweet and creative day. Peace, Dr Dreamwalker </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/58372222019-07-25T23:50:25-04:002020-01-15T21:43:59-05:00Cover Songs Are Fun To Play<p>Dreamwalkers rehearsed Thursday evening, and we focused on covers. Bart Dellarmi is taking more of a leadership role in crafting the sound, of which I am grateful. He hears things I don't and offers creative ideas about structuring the songs. Tony Sheppard, as always, is wonderful on lead guitar. So we had a lot of fun playing covers. The band was inspired by the recent film "Echo In the Canyon," about Laurel Canyon in Los Angeles during the mid to late 60s, and wants to incorporate that kind of vibe. I can feel the cohesiveness of our group growing. </p>
<p>Sadly, Patrick Russini announced he is leaving the band. He's a very busy guy and did not have the time to devote to us. Too bad, we love him as a person, and have watched him develop musically over the time he has been with us. I'll be speaking with a potential replacement this weekend.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p>Songs: Rikki Don't Lose That Number, Right Down The Line, Boys of Summer, Secret Agent Man, Last Dance With Mary Jane, Harvest Moon, Don't Let It Bring You Down, Comfortably Numb, California Dreaming, Suggestion By Echo, Everything Is Changing. </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/0465c7e5061d989d1f476fcf25439b4301eae1cd/original/img-1217.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/58093912019-06-30T14:45:29-04:002019-07-20T04:39:10-04:00Dreamwalkers Road Trip<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/bad1cac4e5df9ff662527134d1a57b6fe7677669/original/9e72d857-9efb-4e5d-af61-7eab69f4daea.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Dreamwalkers took a road trip to the Hideaway café in Saint Petersburg to see our friend Shaun Hopper and his band the sun kings. They were just fantastic and well we enjoyed the music we also took notes about things that we want to improve in our own performances. Shaun is a world class guitarist and has worthy partners in Paul Matthew Quin, Jay Klein, and Chris Barbosa. Well they were terrific, but it also let us know that we are pretty good too and with some strong rehearsal we can get up to speed and give a great show.</p>
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<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/e6c1b1b4c5a9759b511f55b88329ab75458ea263/original/db975e8f-a49c-4810-8149-52dbb65581e4.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/b95630b086d7ff7c47763d5dc42c5f28ab6c9581/original/d4f50387-03cd-40d0-a9fe-38c6b880f297.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/b978a8b03f6d289e058283a7b026a1f29b3f5626/original/463775aa-e877-45fe-94dc-93325c4fe108.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/58023752019-06-24T16:46:21-04:002023-12-10T11:43:02-05:001969 again 50 years Later: Summer Sounds with Guitar Wizard, Tony Sheppard<p>Hey Dreamwalkers Friends and Family,</p>
<p>Summertime, band life in Florida. . . people are coming and going, it's a bit difficult to get strong rehearsal time with the entire band, So, we've been getting together when we can with whomever is around and hopefully in a few weeks, everyone will be ready to dive in again. Today, I had the opportunity to spend several hours with Tony Sheppard, trying out a few guitars and working on different sounds for different songs. Tony' has been using a 12 string electric Fender with his other band, Big Night Out and is getting very acclimated to the different sound. <img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/e1accb2d34767718c2900c9d1b15dd49d2cb22e6/original/fullsizeoutput-98ea.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />The key guitars today were the 12 string Rickenbackers, favored by people like George Harrison, Roger McGuinn of the Byrds and Tom Petty. The Rics are a challenge because the neck is smaller than on a standard guitar, so it takes a bit of getting used to and a different technique to make them ring. . . and ring they do. The Rickenbacker chime is famous on songs from the Beatles, Byrds, and Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. We worked on using them for covers like "Boys of Summer," "Wooden Ships," and "Take It Easy." We also experimented with "Suite, Judy Blue Eyes," from Crosby, Stills, and Nash and the Youngbloods "Get Together.". These songs are enormous fun to play and people will love them. Tony is a genius not just at playing, but at squeezing incredible tones out of the instruments using pedals and effects on the amp. The sounds I heard were magic and I'm sure we're going to bring them out by the end of summer. Lots of harmonies, chimey, beautiful guitars, great rhythm and bass. Sounds like the 1969 again fifty years later. Dreamwalkers. . . the dream is manifesting.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/57790842019-06-03T23:49:22-04:002021-09-17T15:45:16-04:00Dreamwalkers: New Material<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/47bc2f5674f15652c5521fb2e22cd4aef00e87d5/original/img-4919.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Dreamwalkers rehearsal brought in new original songs by Debbie Stern. She sang "Something 'Bout That Boy," and "Divorce Song". The band dug the songs and we will be working out arrangements as we move forward. We also worked on one of my original songs, "Two Insomnias," which the band had done in the past, but we put a new spin on it. The solos are going to be split between Tony and Debbie on keyboards. Bart Dellarmi on bass and Pat Russini on drums are really starting to synch together. Tony Sheppard is playing as well as I've ever heard him. We had fun and are looking to playing out in the next month or so. I love what's happening in our process.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p>Songs: Crazy Movie, Diamond Filled Bouquet, Only Love Is Real, Two Insomnias, Something 'Bout That Boy, Divorce Song, Boys of Summer, Ohio</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/e47392404ea986e32f1fc71537e5c2c09bff8d13/original/img-4918.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/8ebe8498a15b92d39a4c63b08876cd9376d1c9d9/original/img-4912.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/35f98848e75061ad8c820a6085792e79a76ed18c/original/img-4914.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/8ebe8498a15b92d39a4c63b08876cd9376d1c9d9/original/img-4912.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/267fc61cfabd98835b08a738ff13dd9acfae2702/original/img-4915.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/fe1b7fbfd3853f4e51f2ae91408cb202bad740c7/original/img-4913.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/57723452019-05-29T13:01:06-04:002019-06-10T02:12:50-04:00Dreamwalkers Album Review. . . <p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/c5414984559cfe500b148cc0404cc1249517588d/original/0835ce09-68a8-47d6-ad4e-1d4052aadcbc.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Marc Starke is a man whose opinion I respect, a person who is well versed in music, has high integrity, and calls it as he sees it. We have never met in person, so I did not know what to expect when I asked him to review our album, except honesty.</p>
<p>Dreamwalkers, with brilliant original music lead by co-founder, guitarist, writer Richard Schulman (Dr Dreamwalker) , with an equally immensely talented band consisting of co-founder Jeff Hocker, Tony Sheppard, Culynn Murdock, Debbie Stern and Pat Russini, puts out music that is beautifully inspiring and spiritually uplifting. The lyrics, vocals, harmonies, and instrumentation are what brings you there. The originality of the music still conveys reminders of David Gilmour, Stephen Stills, Neil Young, Pete Townshend, and a few others who transcended the 1960's. With the Dreamwalkers, the music transcends the sound and message as better as ever in a time when it's needed more than ever! - Marc Starcke, Pembroke Pines, FL. </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/57600042019-05-19T06:09:44-04:002023-12-10T11:58:58-05:00Happy Birthday Pete Townshend <p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/6b36766c2e809b90a49f6112548d94cc0b302043/original/239feae4-9bb4-404f-bbb7-54c2fa282c25.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/57600032019-05-19T06:08:39-04:002019-05-19T06:08:40-04:00Happy Sunday Dreamwalkers<p>We are back in rehearsal today. Time to have hard fun. Let’s play.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/96faa70b3139a710a7a827b204e1439120b918ce/original/a58b56a0-ae5b-401a-95b5-f3180ae1aedc.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/57512192019-05-11T14:56:02-04:002019-05-11T14:56:02-04:00Dreamwalkers Album Review<p>I am truly enjoying your CD. What an accomplishment and message from the heart! Thanks so much for sharing it with me and the world. Truly remarkable talent. D.S. Cambria, CA</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/16d9c304c7c9c0482d0924dc03e85b61aba7bd08/original/44a80ead-7e58-4263-9287-50adb61faa3d.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/57413682019-05-03T08:29:50-04:002019-05-03T08:32:51-04:00Machiavelli's Birthday (free download)<p>Today is Machiavelli's birthday. In "honor" of the day, Dreamwalkers is offering a free download of the song "Machiavelli's Daughter." Just go over to the Store section of the website put in your e-mail and the song is yours. Thanks to my friend, Gerri Czachowski, for letting me know about this special day.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/ac5c544cb7bb9eb4b5eacbd51f597db5feace67d/original/machiavelli.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Machiavelli himself would be very comfortable in today's environment. Here are a few quotes. . .</p>
<p>It is better to be feared than loved, if you cannot be both. </p>
<p>Men judge generally more by the eye than by the hand, for everyone can see and few can feel. Every one sees what you appear to be, few really know what you are. </p>
<p>The first method for estimating the intelligence of a ruler is to look at the men he has around him.</p>
<p>Happy Machiavelli's Birthday, Dreamwalkers.</p>
<p>Here's the song if you just want to listen but not download.</p>4:11Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/57358862019-04-29T08:41:44-04:002019-04-29T08:41:44-04:00Sound and Vibration<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/a1ec0c3f298bc3dc3368dbafea062d4377291fc0/original/830bf4cc-cd0d-4f1c-ac37-84dc6310d875.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Sound and vibration are healing energies. “There once was a note, Pure and Easy, playing so free like a breath rippling by.” Pete Townshend </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/57357202019-04-28T23:39:32-04:002019-04-28T23:39:32-04:00Dreamwalkers: Starting to Move Forward<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/8abc0928ccba8bb0e1c7108aef63a7907ed6d76b/original/img-4132.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Dreamwalkers rehearsed on Sunday afternoon, and we are beginning to integrate bass guitarist, Bart Dellarmi, into our band. He is a very gifted musician, and his style is very different from Jeff Hocker's, so we are having fun moving with the new groove. Since I've known Bart for a long time, he has suggested we include some of my original songs that he knew that weren't in the band's setlist in the past. We worked on Music Is The Ride, a song about taking my then 12 year old son to his first concert. It has an upbeat, Bo Diddley, kind of vibe. We also worked on including Suggestion By Echo, a song we had previously done, but changed the key and some of the vocals and Everything Is Changing, an anthem for our time. We began working out arrangements for covers like two of my personal favorites 4 Tops song, Reach Out I'll Be There, and Traffic's Low Spark of High Heeled Boys. Who knows what we will wind up with but we are having fun and seeing the potential goodness of the band. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><br> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/57303722019-04-24T07:57:41-04:002019-04-24T07:57:41-04:00Album Review<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/dc3fd130655f5ce01505017c057a390e7932c02d/original/fullsizeoutput-9046.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Excellent musicianship and songs reminiscent of our youth...very sixties centric, especially the San Francisco connection (Jefferson/Dead) with a bit of Allmans thrown in for good measure. Just my take on it. Singing was nice but I didn't check out the lyrics on the website. Save that for another time. Good job recording, as well but thought the bass and drums could have been punched up a bit on some tunes (that's just my "producer" ear. All in all a great effort; you all should be very proud. G.C. New York, New York.</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/57289632019-04-23T00:42:01-04:002019-04-23T00:42:01-04:00Classic Covers<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/1658f995bcc02c776361aab8218bbc9202dfd61b/original/fullsizeoutput-7b65.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>My friend, Gerri Czachowski, posts lists of top twenty hits on Facebook with great regularity. The songs that comprised the soundtrack of my youth are open game for the band. She just posted the top 20 from WMCA-AM radio in New York City for April 22, 1966. Dreamwalkers currently cover two of the songs, Secret Agent Man and California Dreamin'. We are working on several more from that era including: Reach Out I'll Be There, Something In The Air, Time of The Season are good candidates. </p>
<p>WMCA-AM Radio - Top 20 - Week of April 22 1966 </p>
<p>1 GOOD LOVIN’ - The Young Rascals <br>2 (You’re My) SOUL AND INSPIRATION - The Righteous Brothers <br>3 SLOOP JOHN B - The Beach Boys <br>4 MONDAY, MONDAY - The Mama’s & The Papa’s <br>5 TIME WON’T LET ME - The Outsiders <br>6 BANG BANG (My Baby Shot Me Down) - Cher <br>7 SECRET AGENT MAN - Johnny Rivers <br>8 WHEN A MAN LOVES A WOMAN - Percy Sledge <br>9 KICKS - Paul Revere & The Raiders <br>10 SHE BLEW A GOOD THING - The Poets <br>11 CALIFORNIA DREAMIN’ - The Mama’s & The Papa’s <br>12 THIS OLD HEART OF MINE (Is Weak For You) - The Isley Brothers <br>13 NOTHING’S TOO GOOD FOR MY BABY - Stevie Wonder <br>14 MESSAGE TO MICHAEL - Dionne Warwick <br>15 GLORIA - The Shadows Of Knight <br>16 RAINY DAY WOMEN #12 & 35 - Bob Dylan <br>17 I’M SO LONESOME I COULD CRY - B.J. Thomas & The Triumphs <br>18 LOVE ME WITH ALL OF YOUR HEART - The Bachelors <br>19 GOIN’ WILD - The Jive Five <br>20 A GROOVY KIND OF LOVE - The Mindbenders</p>
<p>It was a groovy time to be alive. Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/57284742019-04-22T15:29:08-04:002019-04-23T00:04:46-04:00Album Review: "The Redemption had left an earworm."<p><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/c5414984559cfe500b148cc0404cc1249517588d/original/0835ce09-68a8-47d6-ad4e-1d4052aadcbc.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />I was coming back across the bay from my girlfriend’s, driving her 2001 BMW M3 convertible. Somehow, with the top down, and beautiful sunny California all about me, that lengthy guitar intro to Crazy Movie (and then some of the lyrics) seemed perfect. I was able to listen to the entire cd, in one swoop, under the sun. I realized this morning, when I woke up, that “The Redemption” had left an earworm. </p>
<p>p.s. just a couple of other thoughts... townshend's influence was clear but not overt... the directness of your lyrics and i was mildly surprised that you seemed more influenced by Lennon than McCartney.... i always thought you more a Paul kind of guy. Anyway, nice CD</p>
<p>D.K. San Carlos, California</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/57276182019-04-21T18:00:23-04:002019-04-21T18:00:23-04:00Dreamwalkers Album: "A GPS for Pilgrims"<p>Dreamwalkers Album Review </p>
<p>You can not separate the Dreamer from the Dream for one can not exist without the other. </p>
<p>Dreamwalkers takes the Dream out of Unconsciousness and brings it to our awareness. Here we may examine ourselves with the illumination offered by the Light. Dreamwalkers CD offers us the opportunity to see ourselves in a deeper and quite revealing manner. One thing that sets this album apart from so many others is that the musicians are not teenagers filled with anger and alienation but from advanced souls who have listened, experienced and know. </p>
<p>Dreamwalkers was formed by Richard Schulman and Jeff Hocker in 2014. Tony Sheppard, Culynn Murdock, Debbie Stern and Pat Russini joined and the Album was released in late March. A finely executed and well crafted collaboration of music, heart and soul that all the band contributed to were necessary to make this Gestalt. Although one might think it was released 50 years ago with the sounds of rock, blues, jazz and folk artfully blended it is hot off the press. Vintage instruments, state of the art technology and a touch of the Divine bring to us a new Dream to experience. </p>
<p>The first cut “Crazy Movie” lets us know that, “Dream is a letter sent from the soul, Fragments of eternity falling from the sky”. As we listen we hear these Musical Pilgrims reveal their own journeys and the knowledge gleaned therein that we might benefit from it and avoid those same traps in our pilgrimages. </p>
<p>This is more than music although the music is quite sufficient in itself. We have an amalgam of music, philosophy and Spiritual Evolution. Dreamwalkers is a bit of a GPS for Pilgrims where there is no other map and intuition and consciousness are our Guides. Songs of joy, loss, pain and “The Redemption” are offered. “Twelve Years Later” touched me deeply and offers wonderful inspiration. </p>
<p>Close your eyes, open your ears and listen with your Heart to all of the notes as well as the spaces between the notes and more will be revealed. Listen carefully and know, “Only Love is Real”. Outstanding Dreamwalkers. Dream on! Rock on! </p>
<p>D.G. Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/c8c626146ded929daf817c968f779fb15670d9c0/original/p1030442.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/57269252019-04-20T19:28:30-04:002019-04-21T00:07:41-04:00Dreamwalkers 2.0<p>Dreamwalkers are rehearsing with Bart Dellarmi on bass. We are bringing in some new material to expand our live show and start the next album. We worked on some covers: Reach Out, I'll Be There; Real Love; 19th Nervous Breakdown; Old Man, and some original songs: Music is The Ride; Suggestion By Echo. Bart is putting his stamp on some of the songs we've been doing for a while. It's a transformation for the band.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker <br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/a60e05050eaa56997678a3bab59ecdad3493eb73/original/f5c3bf56-f5ad-4d8c-a396-d4bfd93691c4.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/fa34d3fa4bc15de657a04b38a107dd1e4980d278/original/4ab95eba-8701-4fea-9dc9-b81abfdbfd99.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/57240402019-04-18T10:32:02-04:002019-04-18T10:35:06-04:00Keeping The Brain Young Through Music<p>Music is my drug of choice. My body won't tolerate most substances but music balances, inspires, and envigorates me. Here's an article supporting this is a big way. Play music, it will keep you young.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.inc.com/john-rampton/the-benefits-of-playing-music-help-your-brain-more.html?fbclid=IwAR3bcfJM5d-wLcP1UVhwIy8w1aDF67tLTPkr50zbBF4TYKp5tcfeiWyWvxs">https://www.inc.com/john-rampton/the-benefits-of-playing-music-help-your-brain-more.html?fbclid=IwAR3bcfJM5d-wLcP1UVhwIy8w1aDF67tLTPkr50zbBF4TYKp5tcfeiWyWvxs</a></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/57237642019-04-18T00:46:50-04:002019-04-18T00:59:25-04:00Another Dreamwalkers Album Review<p>Stirs the soul, moves the body, awakens the mind. A breath of fresh air. Sweet melodies and succulent harmonies accompany the ear on a journey through the human condition. A joy, an eclectic piece of art, a gift to the listener and the world. Can’t wait for more. M.E. Venice, Florida</p>
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<p>Get the album at dreamwalkersband.com</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/57223702019-04-16T22:41:51-04:002019-04-16T22:41:51-04:00Playing With Sam Woolf<p>Tonight I went down the Blue Rooster to see American Idol star, Sam Woolf. Dreamwalkers lead guitar player Tony Sheppard was part of his back up band, and friend Shawn Doolittle was on drums. I like to support Tony and was interested in seeing Sam play as Tony has told me a lot about him. What I was not prepared for was Sam calling me up on stage to play Hey Jude at the end of the gig. Tony said he didn't know the chords, and Sam didn't play on it, so maybe he didn't know them either. Fortunately, I knew most of them and filled the few I didn't know with educated guesses. Sam is a great kid, a real talent, a gracious and generous musician. I had a blast.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/4ff63487dd69d81d9ac74f1d31ac7bbafa5114b6/original/img-7966.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/c0a66d7e91ffa7da1e7cc97a8336969b99c4d8c9/original/img-3643.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/57153282019-04-11T00:32:43-04:002019-04-11T00:32:43-04:00Dreamwalkers Album Review<p>The album is certainly the best example of the finest 1960’s vintage blend of spirit and connective relativity ever amalgamated! With it’s warm tasty notes and smooth feeling tonality; it blesses the heart and soothes the mind. By word and indeed lyrical convictions, it carries the best emotion and dissipates the inevitable anguish and redress of the soul. Negative thoughts and relinquished empowerment find fortifications and encouraging melodies that lift the heart from bitterness and sad afterthought. Some would dance to it. Most will soak and savor the reminisce of hallowed, yet unloved youth! V.M. Rohnert Park, California<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/36ee9f51f92d1e2ca756641737f4b859fba1377f/original/dad2.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/57107342019-04-07T14:24:01-04:002021-04-21T12:32:54-04:00My Notebook: More Dreamwalkers songs<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/ac0a2b61a1a0e6601a0a99ffc92b20159877eb92/original/8d06b7d9-92b3-416d-a340-e1874f1fb147.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);">A scene </span>from my notebook. We released our album please get it, but I’m thinking about where we go from here as well. There are so many other songs I’d like to do, and I know my bandmates have some really cool things to offer as well. Can’t wait to get rolling again. </p>
<p>Peace, </p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker </p>
<p> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/57103762019-04-06T22:36:06-04:002019-04-06T22:36:06-04:00Dreamwalkers Album<p>Hello Dreamwalkers, </p>
<p>Our album is online and for sale. We took a week off and will be reconvening next week to look at new material and beginning to set up a live performance. In the meantime, here are some photographs taken during the album party by Daniel Schulman of Schulman Media.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p> </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/0473e8a62292fbeb376474b9175fb1e2eccad20a/original/dw-album-party-6.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/d4733d5296525f6e1ab6d6e7afb6e6de4e15c6cb/original/dw-album-party-7.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/c732fcc8dbab26cd9ee20d02aa02f82145cc2bef/original/dw-album-party-1.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/fe1925b7bc95d0e78ec6ad9840c3e33af4cdcfb3/original/dw-album-party-8.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/514880a80f6104c8929e1f90905d7e1d4db734d9/original/dw-album-party-2.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/8e2e62241b9aef58f6645fe2d1f8cc6cc419fc47/original/dw-album-party-5.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/a6a7cc1fb1f82285bd16e678c929ab0a2a3ab38d/original/dw-album-party-3.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/57054312019-04-05T14:42:14-04:002019-04-05T14:42:14-04:00Dreamwalkers Album Party<p>Hello Dreamwalkers,</p>
<p>We had a fantastic album party on Sunday. I'd like to thank everyone who attended, and Bill and Linda Robertson, who invited us to use their gorgeous venue. We watched the sunset on the beach, and then came back to play. Patrick Russini dialed in a wonderful sound and we could spread out and enjoy ourselves. Lynn Hocker began with a beautiful introduction, chronicling the history of the band and our journey to making the album. Culynn Murdock brought a pinada and people had fun with that, then she just came alive with her magnificent voice. Harmonies with Culynn, Debbie Stern, and myself sounded celestial. We had a special treat when Jeff Hocker took over the rhythm guitar and Bart Dellarmi joined us on the bass to support Culynn's Wandering in Neutral. I had great fun incorporating an electric guitar into the set far more extensively than in the past, I guess it was my Bob Dylan moment Newport Folk Festival moment. I loved the way the Telecaster sounded. Pat Russini is getting more and more comfortable with the drums and did an excellent job. </p>
<p>Daniel Schulman of Schulman Media took photographs and I will have some of them up in a future blog post. The album is up on the internet. If you would like a copy go to dreamwalkersband.com in the store section. You can either get a download or buy a physical CD (in which case you get a free download as well). </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/91e011b810fc5876d76d2197a5c5028dd4d67677/original/img-3401.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/5f7006a5fd347fd72f5f66a6c4033f929fffba7c/original/fullsizeoutput-8d47.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/56897332019-03-22T18:50:14-04:002019-03-22T18:50:14-04:00Dreamwalkers Album is Born <p>Hey Dreamwalkers,</p>
<p>I’ve got to tell you it was a thrill I’m boxing our new album. The record sounds great and we are so proud. Personally I’ve spent so much time and energy in this project that it’s hard to take a step back and really see what we have accomplished, but having the disc manifest allowed me to do so. With many months since we started recording when I don’t like the gestation period for a child, and in some ways this record is the child of our van. So it’s time for the child to grow and meet the world. Come join us for the album release party on March 31 and if you can’t be there contact me and I will send you an album the cost is $18 including shipping. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/b2ae9d6b7fd1fa85453bc4f7c23d119d00b5e1cc/original/72db2b7d-75d9-4e64-beb4-dd7afd227ac1.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p> </p>
<p> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/56829172019-03-16T17:54:34-04:002019-03-16T20:06:55-04:00Dreamwalker Studio<p>Things are happening in the Dreamwalker world. Dreamwalker Studio has a non-dreamwalkers project on board. My young friends, Wes Robertson and Jesse Lipman, asked me to record a demo of an original song of theirs with an intention to working on an album. These two are really talented guys, the song is great, and I had a blast working with them. I did have the insight of what an accomplishment it is for us to have completed our album, as I remember when we were where Wes and Jesse are today. I can say I was there when "The Cold Calming Rain" was born.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/49a921359ef9c74db20828fc18d3a360ac8d0461/original/img-2770.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/12990c62a1f27b761406f3031f1b5c8b44e67f67/original/fullsizeoutput-8cae.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/56821902019-03-15T20:27:36-04:002019-03-15T20:27:36-04:00Dreamwalkers Album Shipped<p>Hello Dreamwalkers,</p>
<p>We received notification from the CD ? company that the disks have been published and shipped and we should be receiving them by next Thursday, March 21, incidentally the first day of spring. Our dream is about to manifest.</p>
<p>Please join us for the album release party which will be Sunday, March 31 at 7 PM. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/36ee9f51f92d1e2ca756641737f4b859fba1377f/original/dad2.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/56769682019-03-11T22:10:52-04:002022-05-22T13:36:36-04:00Dreamwalkers Album in Production<p>Hello Dreamwalkers, </p>
<p>We received notice from easydisc that our album is now in production and should be ready to be shipped on March 15. This is an exciting time for us. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/6216cd5979f0a53defef6efb705bcb2cfd400b3d/original/fullsizeoutput-4603.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/077c53eeb9e4ab9bf5c2ee4ef7e0d68b56c4f2c8/original/screen-shot-2019-03-11-at-10-06-52-pm.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/56754072019-03-10T13:06:28-04:002019-03-10T13:06:28-04:00Waiting for the Record. . . <p>Hello Dreamwalkers,</p>
<p>I'm here on a Sunday with nothing left to do on our album but wait. I haven't had this much anticipation for an album since Who's Next. Of course I can listen to the mp3s on my computer, but somehow it's not the same as holding an album (even a CD) in one's hands. I had the album on earlier today and every time I listen it sounds better to me (a very good sign). Thought I'd include another clip from the record. </p>
<p>You are invited to join us for the album release party on Sunday March 31 @ 7 PM. 6250 Midnight Pass Rd. Bring food drink and a lawn chair. Contact me and I'll provide the gate code. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/44165b60f8366f8b3ea55933097045b47641b6e1/original/fullsizeoutput-4600.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/56740022019-03-08T17:56:10-05:002019-03-08T18:46:20-05:00Dreamwalkers Album Release Party<p>Hello my Dreamwalkers,</p>
<p>The Dreamwalkers album release party will take place on Sunday, March 31 @ 7 PM and will be at 6250 Midnight Pass Road on Siesta Key. Bring food, drink, a a lawn chair if you like. The band will start about 8.15 or so. We will have copies of the album available. If you would like to join us, please contact me either by text (941) 348-4740; e-mail: dr.richardschulman@yahoo.com, Facebook IM, Instagram message or leave a message on this website and I'll give you the gate code. </p>
<p>Would love to see our old and new friends at this event. Take a listen to a clip from the album.<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/ee8c2919f41441646c03d6fcdd79aadce77216ad/original/fullsizeoutput-8c8c.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/36ee9f51f92d1e2ca756641737f4b859fba1377f/original/dad2.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Peace, </p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/56675482019-03-03T17:18:00-05:002020-06-25T18:52:27-04:00Dreamwalkers Album: On It's Way<p>At present, I'm uploading our album to a CD replication company. This is an interesting process. You pre-upload the CD, then burn it from the upload, right now I’m listening to a CD I burned and then upload it for real. The album sounds great. It's an exciting time for us. Here are the front and back covers. We are looking forward to having them available in a few weeks. See you at the album release party.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/36ee9f51f92d1e2ca756641737f4b859fba1377f/original/dad2.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/199752e7a0c83e728d51a4d16c14daae0833d521/original/image-6.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/56665382019-03-02T15:49:09-05:002019-03-02T15:49:09-05:00Dreamwalkers: Album Release Party<p>Hey Dreamwalkers Family and Friends,</p>
<p>As The Beatles once said, "The Long and Winding Road," (well if you are going to quote, might as well take from the best) leads to this door. The album is finished musically, it's in the bank. We should have the album back cover and liner notes done over the next few days, then off to CD Baby and our dream is manifest. Many thanks to Patrick Russini for his help in mixing and mastering at the finish line. </p>
<p>So, we are working on a venue for a release party. It looks like March 31 is the date. If you would like to join us, contact me either by text (941.348.4740); e-mail dr.richardschulman@yahoo.com; or Facebook IM, as we need to have a head count. Our event will be happening at a very cool place and I will give the address and code to get in when you contact me. Our idea is to get together around sunset and play for a few hours, so think about pot luck, BYOB, and perhaps bring a lawn chair. Will provide details as they become solid.</p>
<p>We are very happy to have completion with this project. The record sounds great. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/36ee9f51f92d1e2ca756641737f4b859fba1377f/original/dad2.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/56662042019-03-02T01:38:04-05:002019-03-02T01:38:04-05:00Dreamwalkers Album: Mastering Songs<p>We are now nearing the end of the journey, an album is about to be born. With a strong lesson on Mastering tracks from Pat Russini, I've been working on finishing up our project. I'm about halfway through, and the songs are still sounding great. Having Pat to consult with streamlines the process, and gives me confidence. Save March 31, it looks like a good day for an album release.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/26ce024ffb97d39299476329cb8b21d2c4a8c202/original/dw-inner-sleeve.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/56613272019-02-27T01:22:31-05:002021-05-16T08:22:45-04:00Dreamwalkers Album: Adding A Professional Touch<p>I've been mixing songs for a lot of years, and I consider myself to be an advanced amateur. I have confidence I can make well recorded songs sound excellent. Tonight, being Patrick Russini's "sous chef" I found out what a professional can do with the same material. I sat with Pat for 2 1/2 hours as he painstakingly went through seven of our tracks and made brilliant moves to make our album go from sounding great to sounding professional. I was taking notes, and it was my job as technical assistant, to mix the last four songs. The songs are all mixed, and I've sent the last four to Pat for his evaluation (always learning, always new tests). We will re-master them as soon as all the mixes are done. I'm blown away by what can be accomplished 'in the box' (on computer). </p>
<p>Moving along on another front, I have mock-ups for the back cover and inner sleeve on the album, which I will include here.</p>
<p>The good news is with a few days off before tonight's mix fest, I went into my catalog and have identified 37 songs I'd like to record. Just when you thought it was safe to go back into the music.</p>
<p>Big Thank You, Patrick Russini.<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/621956edc38a9ffe0cae0d45d9ab9d3b3ba71ce0/original/cd-back-demo.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/d9a54da36b393f44dd1e662da1a940087ed1cc13/original/cd-inner-sleeve-demo.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/56550752019-02-22T13:51:43-05:002019-02-22T13:53:03-05:00Music Vacation Adventure. . . Tom Petty. . . Pat Russini. . . CD<p>We have returned from our mini-vacation, maxi-music adventure, and I am inspired. A couple of thoughts. . . we saw five shows in six days (with one Dreamwalkers rehearsal thrown in on the off day), and they were all terrific. The Mersey Beatles (got to meet John Lennon's sister, Julia Baird), Dave Mason and Steve Cropper (Booker T and the MG's) with The Lords of 52nd St (Billy Joel's old band with a Billy clone singing and playing piano, eerily good), Fleetwood Mac, The Zombies, and Tommy Emmanuel. Five different venues in four cities.</p>
<p>Three of the shows spoke about Tom Petty or did tributes to him over one year since his passing. The respect and love for this man run through our lives. I cried again, when Fleetwood Mac did their version of "Free Falling." Just seeing Mike Campbell on the stage without Tom made me tear up. I'm not alone in being unable to wrap my head around his passing.</p>
<p>Each show was wonderful and very different. Seeing such great musicians and being able to interact with a few of them was so healing and inspiring. I thought I'd be exhausted from so many concerts, but no, I was energized. We actually had tickets to see Justin Hayward of the Moody Blues, but he had to cancel due to illness. I was ready for more, and still am. </p>
<p>Finally, and perhaps most importantly, I sat with Pat Russini, our drummer and technical consultant on the mixing/mastering process. Pat noticed there were some issues with the drums, and he went back and miked his kit and hit the ball out of the park. We have new, fresh drum tracks for four of the songs and they sound great (well Pat recorded them, I'm not surprised). This means we are a little behind in our process, but more than worth the wait. </p>
<p>I'm doing my homework regarding CD processing and web presence for our work. Daniel Schulman of Schulman Media is working on the back cover and liner notes for the album. Big changes coming for Dreamwalkers. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/2c9bad7c533f6768d940a0594333a28dcc7f57e2/original/fullsizeoutput-8b6e.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Tommy Emmanuel and Dr Dreamwalker/<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/de51508292bcd22a34ef919bb5df8902eac33bcd/original/fullsizeoutput-8b7d.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>The Zombies<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/0d9d054731e1b85b42964e9d28e300d031357e82/original/fullsizeoutput-8b70.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Tommy Emmanuel and Dr Dreamwalker<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/ffa6e4a9b80adbaedfd517181575bf32e6673fed/original/fullsizeoutput-8b78.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Rod Argent, Zombies<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/b67e0d42687f9f72c52b4400d51ad9b7cf15617c/original/img-1971.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Stevie Nicks and Mike Campbell, Fleetwood Mac<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/ef298e6c473cb6f57c80c6f611b7c1a0bd17d22c/original/fullsizeoutput-8b1b.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Steve Cropper and Dave Mason<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/3d03747cafbf36a8cdfc299cd0d8539ebcad6d46/original/img-1831.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>The Mersey Beatles<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/70b707177f8dfd8a78e4962ea1254ddb708ad55b/original/img-1867.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />With John Lennon's sister, Julia Baird</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/56496292019-02-19T01:07:01-05:002019-02-19T01:08:45-05:00Dreamwalkers Album: Recording Complete. . . Master Engineer on Board<p>This was a big day in Dreamwalkers history. Tony Sheppard and I recorded the last guitar track for our album. It's in the can. That's the good news. The better news is our drummer, Patrick Russini, is a Master Engineer. Pat came over to tweak the mixes I did, and while I am a very advanced amateur, he is a pro, and I was in awe of the effects he got with what seemed like small moves. Pat is on board to go through all the tracks with me and make the big/small moves that will take the project from sounding great to sounding professional. We will be working on it next week and my feeling is we will have a great album when we are finished.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/809ae33ad90873ae3c64522970568654d01b172e/original/img-1904.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/56481062019-02-18T00:48:53-05:002019-02-18T00:48:53-05:00Musical Odyssey: Day 3<p>To get everyone up to speed, due to my issues with attention (check out the song Diamond Filled Bouquet when the Dreamwalkers album is released), I wound up with my week off filled with great concerts. While some were happy accidents of performers I love playing one after the other, there were one of two shows I'll be attending born of distraction, not that I am complaining. </p>
<p>So, Day 3, Sunday, was perhaps the most gratifying day of all. I got to rehearse with Dreamwalkers Band. The band is focusing on the songs from our album and a few covers, targeting an album party in the near future. It's just so much fun to play and sing with my bandmates. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/b388f2c99babe4d13862393ce47b1b902857026c/original/img-2732.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Songs: Crazy Movie, Diamond Filled Bouquet, Machiavelli's Daughter, The Redemption, You May Be The One, Wandering In Neutral, 12 Years Later, Dolphin, Walkin' Down The Road, Only Love Is Real, Right Down The Line, Rikki Don't Lose That Number</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/56444402019-02-15T04:00:10-05:002019-02-15T04:00:10-05:00Next Task: Sequencing<p>So we have recorded, mixed, and mastered. We have an album cover. Next is the sequencing of songs on the album. When I was first introduced to music, singles were king. I remember a time when The Beatles had the top five songs on the charts. Then albums took over. We are at a time where singles via mp3 purchases are again strong but I think in terms of an album. The songs have to tell a story and be sonically linked to provide an uplifting, ultimately intriguing experience. It’s an N of one experiment as once it’s out there it’s out there. So Jeff Hocker and I are now wrestling with our ear fatigue and a wish to wrap it up and move forward. You’ll know how it ends up soon.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker <img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/cad5c694072ba8bec5258c73b640095464593928/original/8a516859-7ef5-43f0-8c07-fad9f1642099.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/56406942019-02-12T23:32:37-05:002019-02-13T10:04:38-05:00Dreamwalkers Album: Almost Home<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/36ee9f51f92d1e2ca756641737f4b859fba1377f/original/dad2.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Here is the prototype for the Dreamwalkers Album cover. My son, Daniel Schulman, head of Schulman Media, used the photograph I took at Chichen-Itza and the logo I made from my photograph of the eclipse in 2017 and voila, this appeared. We may tweak it a little, but it looks pretty cool to me. I received the revised bass line from Jeff Hocker for Dreamer's Story and it's just fabulous. Waiting on one more lead guitar track for Diamond Filled Bouquet and recording is done. An album is about to be born.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/56375302019-02-11T09:36:59-05:002019-02-11T09:37:56-05:00Dreamwalkers: Performance Rehearsals<p>Dreamwalkers got together Sunday to re-start rehearsals which have taken a bit of a back seat due to a number of reasons, including album production. We are back in the pocket getting reconnected to live performance values and had a lot of "hard fun" in doing so. Hard fun is my idea that one must work intensively at what one loves in order to create excellence, but without the passion and commitment, hard "work" just won't suffice. We added a few songs to the set list and I think everyone left the session feeling happy. We will be playing out for sure as soon as the album is in our hands.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/c5554dde8d208ae57116dbe26b903864c9a3ec35/original/fullsizeoutput-8a90.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/017c165170c951831248d93a644cdc36cfc44df4/original/fullsizeoutput-8a88.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Songs: It Don't Come Easy, Crazy Movie, Diamond Filled Bouquet, Machiavelli's Daughter, Only Love Is Real, You May Be The One, Wandering In Neutral, Walkin' Down The Road, 12 Years Later, Time To Let Your Sun Shine, Harvest, Right Down The Line</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/56358502019-02-10T00:30:35-05:002019-02-10T00:32:22-05:00Dreamwalkers Album. . . Almost There<p>Greetings Dreamwalkers Family and Friends, I spent the beginning of Saturday working with Jeff Hocker at Dreamwalkers Studio to mix and master two of the remaining songs for the album. The job is exacting and at the same time creative. Later in the day, I put on my recording engineer's hat and recorded lead guitar tracks. I am grateful for my brilliant friend, guitar virtuoso Tony Sheppard for his spectacular contribution to our Dreamwalkers album. We are very close to completion of all the recording tracks on our album. Nine of the 11 tracks have been mixed and mastered and we are feeling optimistic about meeting our goal of having an album by the end of February. Judging by my expression, it’s just in time. Peace, Dr. Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/a2842ce4b6c8d4b0f594248dba204e43f356aae0/original/img-1778.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/8971b1f0b3c7f51f60fc7f31eca6f5567880b314/original/img-1776.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/4d45a64761d04e111a9ffd426033f3c9d1c29904/original/img-1777.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Songs: Diamond Filled Bouquet; Walkin' Down The Road; A Dreamer's Story<br> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/56137142019-01-26T08:29:07-05:002019-01-26T08:40:44-05:00Dreamwalkers Album: Studio Report<p>Hey all you Dreamwalkers out there, I'm here to let you know we are making some excellent progress on the album, and I'm optimistic we can meet our goal of having it done by the end of February. We are at the mastering stage for six out of the eleven songs planned for the record, and the results are remarkable. Crafting each song with Jeff Hocker is a great experience. The technology is so impressive. We don't have to be in the same room, we can just send the tracks and our impressions through the nano universe to each other. Given our busy schedules, this makes the task much more efficient. The trick is to have a signature sound without making every song the same. The album will be a journey through our musical passions, original songs ranging from classic rock tunes, to jazz influenced numbers, a little country, and even a touch of a (gasp) new age kind sound. All are tied together by our wish to explore the mystery of why we are on the planet, and how things unfold the way they do in the dance of humanity. We also have fun with it. I'll keep you posted. </p>
<p>Peace, </p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/6216cd5979f0a53defef6efb705bcb2cfd400b3d/original/fullsizeoutput-4603.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Songs: Crazy Movie, You May Be The One, Only Love Is Real, Machiavelli's Daughter, Wandering In Neutral, and The Redemption</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/56052302019-01-21T07:41:20-05:002019-01-21T07:41:20-05:00Heading Home: Let’s Finish The Album<p>Well I’m heading back to Florida this evening from the frigid northeast, and looking forward to completing our album. It’s been a very restful few days including long naps in the afternoon, but being up at night, I’ve had a chance to take in a few video lessons regarding mixing and mastering. While I’m not going to reinvent the wheel, there are a few relatively simple things I’ve learned that I believe will make a difference in our final product. I’ll begin working on them tomorrow and will take some time on the plane to organize my thoughts to manifest them. I suspect many of the techniques are less detectable from an auditory point of view but more important from an overview of the emotional experience of the song. It has occurred to me that the summation of many small things may result in a significant improvement in the end. See you back in Florida. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/e8f6a1076567285830b6b399a7785788ff811e28/original/6e402cf5-2793-434b-beb4-00aeef63e83f.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/55962132019-01-15T00:33:01-05:002019-01-15T07:07:05-05:00Another Really Good Evening in the Studio<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/eec96614df8e08d32a040c7225d66a27b7f0f285/original/fullsizeoutput-88c2.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Hey Dreamwalkers out there. I had a most amazing experience working with Tony Sheppard, as he laid down the tracks for lead guitar on Culynn Murdock's song, "Wandering In Neutral" Monday evening. Tony made sounds sweet as chocolate ice cream that pulled on the stings of my heart. It was my privilege to be the midwife to the integration of all the elements of her beautiful song. It sounds fantastic and is close to being a finished mix. Wandering In Neutral will be moving on to mastering very soon. Yes, another really good day, or in this case, evening, in the studio. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>(A really excited and tired) Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/55933662019-01-13T02:07:08-05:002019-01-13T04:30:39-05:00Dreamwalkers Album: A Very Good Day<p><span class="font_regular">It's a bit of a shaggy dog story. . . our drummer quits and takes his drum tracks with him. We have click tracks for all the songs but one, and the timing of that song is next to impossible to duplicate because the drummer was unhappy and didn't give a rip about timing. So we had to come up with new rhythm tracks, and our resourceful bass guitar player, Jeff Hocker did so. In this process, Culynn Murdock's wonderful song, Wandering In Neutral was transformed. Her task was to re-sing it differently, after singing it in a certain style for quite a long time. Well, let me tell you, she knocked the roof off our Dreamwalkers studio today and the song is going to be great. Lead guitarist, Tony Sheppard, revealed his brilliance, and I believe when the album is released he will be seen as an elite player. I am so lucky to be with such talented and creative souls. I got to use some of the engineering skills I've amassed over the years, as we have the capability of getting things to line up just so, in the computer. We have a little more to go to complete the recording process, and the more I hear of what's coming together musically, the more excited I get about our project.</span></p>
<p><span class="font_regular">Peace,</span></p>
<p><span class="font_regular">Dr Dreamwalker</span></p>
<p><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/0d86cdc03c8731d03b45d38692dd97db6dc5de6a/original/img-1502.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/df2b193a27ecf63fcbc22ec05be2a97b2189f82f/original/img-1504.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
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<p> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/55838602019-01-06T22:38:34-05:002019-01-06T22:43:48-05:00Dreamwalkers Album: The Mixing Has Begun<p>This afternoon, I had the experience of sitting down with Jeff Hocker and starting the mixing process for Dreamwalkers album. We received drum tracks from session drummer, Dave Dolnick, loaded them onto the Logic Pro X platform and began our journey. We are a good team. Jeff has a great ear, and I trust his musical sensibilities. All those years I spent recording demos and learning tricks to facilitate better mixes are coming into play. The tracks are sounding good and I am optimistic we can finish in a timely fashion. There will be a few tweaks here and there, and likely a few tracks will have to be re-recorded, but for the most part, the vibrations are, so to speak, in the bank. Stay tuned.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/6fe201f86e69c9d1ded1b99842d570ca1b5a982d/original/fullsizeoutput-45fa.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/55761052019-01-01T01:34:35-05:002019-01-01T01:34:35-05:00Happy New Year Dreamwalkers <p>2018 was an eventful year for Dreamwalkers Band. We changed drummers, played out a bit, and engaged the process to record an album. The recording is close to complete, and we will be able to mix and master the tracks in a few weeks. It was quite a learning curve, but we are getting comfortable living in the ambiguity of having to figure things out on the fly. The tracks sound great, by the way. We'd like to thank all those wonderful people who supported us in 2018, notably, Debbie Stern, Al Torchia, Shannon Luganini, David Dolnick, Cindy Martz, Bernard Gaines, and Kali Dass. I'd like to thank my brilliant bandmates, Jeff Hocker, Tony Sheppard, Culynn Murdock and Pat Russini. 2019 should be exciting, lots of creation, and going public.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/b388f2c99babe4d13862393ce47b1b902857026c/original/img-2732.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/55663402018-12-22T23:39:04-05:002018-12-22T23:47:42-05:00Dreamwalkers Album: Keyboards Day<p>Today was Keyboards recording day at Dreamwalkers studio. Dreamwalkers album is blessed to have Debbie Stern adding vocal harmonies and keyboards. Today we worked on keyboards for four of our songs, Diamond Filled Bouquet, Walkin' Down The Road, The Redemption, and 12 Years Later. I had a blast engineering the recording, while Debbie Stern, Jeff Hocker and I worked out arrangements for each song. Debbie had some very creative ideas for keyboards. Jeff and I monitored the levels and I managed to do some preliminary mixes. Everything sounds good and we are moving forward.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/a8dbbfd95a9a0eae923b205967c0163ffb5b2c55/original/fullsizeoutput-880e.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/08d427ae9d3ebb5c3a9b389c9dc5db4837282ba3/original/img-1392.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/27580125637b9db2ad1a50c37347522be8fa3d97/original/fullsizeoutput-8811.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/55572802018-12-17T08:37:45-05:002018-12-17T08:37:45-05:00Dreamwalkers Recording an Album: Snail's Pace to Reaching For The Sky, It's a Trip<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/15be995fe62fe6a5c4005067094e7541aa651578/original/fullsizeoutput-877e.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Being in a band with incredibly talented people who didn't quit their day jobs is quite a trip. One moment, I feel like we are moving at a snail's pace, and then we are reaching for the sky. There is a rule in psychology: the closer one gets to ta goal, the more frustrating any obstacle becomes. We are getting close to our first goal, that of laying down the tracks. Then comes mixing and mastering. we are close, and I'm sticking to my goal of having all the initial tracks ready for mixing by January 1, but I guess I didn't say what year. </p>
<p>Yesterday's rehearsal was great fun. Pat Russini is getting more comfortable as drummer, and everyone else was cooking. Tony Sheppard was just plain unconscious good and Culynn Murdock's good spirits were reflected in creative takes on the songs. Jeff Hocker and I spent a few hours going over Logic Pro X on his new computer, and I am in a sense back in school, reviewing mixing and mastering techniques. I don't take Jeff's brilliant bass playing for granted, he's consistently wonderful. </p>
<p>Well, Dreamwalkers family and friends, at times, I feel like I have to climb up to that tiny Moon in the photograph, and other times, it's just a few steps to the top of the site. Perhaps a little bit of both. Enjoy the holiday season, you can still say "Merry Christmas" if it works for you, Happy Hanukah or whatever winter solstice time event is yours. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p>Songs: Crazy Movie, Diamond Filled Bouquet, Machiavelli's Daughter, Only Love Is Real, Walkin' Down The Road, Wandering In Neutral, You May Be The One, The Redemption, A Dreamer's Story, No Footprints In The Snow, 12 Years Later, Can't Find My Way Home, Pride, Harvest Moon, Secret Agent Man</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/55469242018-12-09T18:56:08-05:002018-12-09T18:59:17-05:00Putting The Dreamwalkers Album Together<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/cbc3a89316c0e21cb5d28b8e57a1594d46f06dc2/original/img-1276.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Good evening, Dreamwalkers Family and Friends,</p>
<p>We spent the afternoon recording, finishing some songs, and getting close with others. I did the engineering and relied upon the musical acumen of Jeff Hocker to help guide the sound. Today's session featured lead guitar tracks by Tony Sheppard, and vocals from Culynn Murdock. Tony is a brilliant (and patient) musician. We went through many takes for the leads on Only Love Is Real looking for the right vibe. Culynn sang the lead for her original song, Wandering In Neutral, and it's a winner. I love her voice. She will be working on harmonies over the next few days. Tony finished the lead guitar for Wandering in Neutral as well. Amazing outside people have been showing up to help. We have started working with a violin player, and several percussionists. Debbie Stern, who has done a great job with harmonies, will be adding some keyboards over the next few weeks. What once seemed daunting, now looks like something doable, that is, having all the tracks recorded by the end of the year so we can begin mixing and mastering. I'm excited, and the tracks sound really sweet. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/8df056829008a6a4d06dd8796bd429cc99c0caa7/original/img-1270.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/fd76cb2f929fcfcbc01239a071f564d22c98eb87/original/img-1274.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/55365022018-12-02T21:39:33-05:002018-12-02T21:39:33-05:00Dreamwalkers: Mixing Tunes<p>Jeff Hocker and I sat down this afternoon and made our first foray into making our songs album ready. Mixing many tracks is quite an art form. Not only do you have to be able to hear every individual track, you have to have a bigger auditory of vision of how they fit together. There are three dimensions to consider: of course volume of each instrument or voice; panning or placement in the track; and depth, including reverb and echo. Microphones are dead environments until you create the inner world. Reverb and echo give your ears information about a sense of place. In an ordinary environment, sounds bounce off the walls and other structures and let you know where things are. We have to create it in the mixing environment. What great fun to create the world of a song. Will be sending out a few snippets soon.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/8a5fc3eec92e3cdd1de968569da3d97576e41f19/original/img-0927.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/55286702018-11-26T22:05:12-05:002018-11-27T02:26:41-05:00Dreamwalkers Weekend: Moving Forward<p>Jeff Hocker and I met with drummer, David Dolnick, on Sunday to listen to the tracks he's laid down so far. He seems to have found the vibe we are looking for and we are very excited about moving forward with Dave on the album. Jeff came over to Richtone studio this evening to work on some additional bass lines for the album. I have had a chance to re-record vocals on a few songs. It's still new to be able to record at a high level at home and we are excited by the new musical opportunities.</p>
<p>Over the weekend, I had a chance to jam with my friend, Bass Guitar player, Bart Dellarmi. Bart related how impressed he was with the progress we've made on the album. I expect he will be sitting in with Dreamwalkers, and he and I will likely work on some original songs together. Bart has been a musical friend, and well, just a good friend, for years, so it was great to catch up with him and play some tunes.</p>
<p>The album is coming together. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/dd794ffe8bdf517c7e396a7c11d9f18ac48eac19/original/fullsizeoutput-8621.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/978f8f91a8d9b4f46e668555debe4f486fbd408a/original/img-0905.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/be49a6d4b16dd3bef5a10c861abb8734637e4133/original/img-0911.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/55247152018-11-22T22:31:44-05:002018-11-22T22:31:44-05:00Reflecting on a Dreamwalkers Thanksgiving.<p>We have so much to be thankful for. The addition of Patrick Russini on drums provided a breath of fresh air to our group and I personally had so much fun playing during our last rehearsal. I believe Pat is the glue who will solidify our band. Regarding the album, people have emerged from the woodwork to help us make our album special. Debbie Stern, David Dolnick, Al Torchia, and Shaun Hopper are all adding their spectacular skills to our effort. My son, Daniel Schulman of Schulman Media, is working with me on cover art for the album. I started doing some preliminary mixing to get a sense of what we have and I am so excited about what is unfolding. The target for completion of the recording process is December 31, and then we work on mixing and mastering. I am grateful for bandmates, Jeff Hocker, Tony Sheppard, Culynn Murdock, and Patrick Russini for being my partners in this endeavor. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/6216cd5979f0a53defef6efb705bcb2cfd400b3d/original/fullsizeoutput-4603.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/55194632018-11-18T23:33:17-05:002018-11-18T23:33:17-05:00Dreamwalkers Sound Evolving. . . Puzzle Pieces Coming Together<p>Todays rehearsal was wonderful. Patrick Russini is a musical drummer, tight on the beat, a great sensitivity to what is going on around him, and blending seamlessly with the band. Bravo, Patrick. The key is everyone was having fun and our sound is evolving, bright and flowing. We are continuing to make progress with our Dreamwalkers album, with David Dolnick sitting in on drums for some of the recording process. The early percussion tracks sound great. The pieces of the puzzle are starting to come together.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p> </p>
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<p>Songs: Crazy Movie, Machiavelli's Daughter, The Redemption, Only Love Is Real, Diamond Filled Bouquet, Time To Let Your Sun Shine, Walkin' Down The Road, You May Be The One, Dolphin, 12 Years Later, It Don't Come Easy, Can't Find My Way Home, Harvest Moon.</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/55143092018-11-14T22:11:24-05:002018-11-14T22:11:24-05:00Richtone Studio Is Born, Dolphin is Our First Song<p>I've been working on putting a home studio together for several months and tonight, we tried it out. Voila as they say in Paris, Richtone Studio is born. Writing a song is like having a child. There is a gestation period with the song develops before it’s born into the world. I’d have to say Jeff Hocker looks like an expectant father at this moment, as Tony Sheppard is playing the lead to his song, Dolphin. Fortunately Tony’s tracks came out great. He played it four times, each brilliant and different, giving us a lot to choose from. The quality of the tracks is wonderful and we are looking forward to completing the finishing touches on the recording process and moving on to mixing and mastering the album. Peace, Dr Dreamwalker</p>
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<p><br> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/55092662018-11-11T22:50:26-05:002018-11-11T22:52:45-05:00New Songs<p>Dreamwalkers Band rehearsed Sunday afternoon with the goal of introducing and arranging new material. While we are primarily an original band, we like to play and sing covers that we love as well. Today we devoted the rehearsal to some additional material and just having fun with songs we love. Three "new" original songs and one "new" cover were worked on. The reasons I put the word new in quotes is that the songs are only new to the band. Two of the songs, Magnetic North and Beyond The Gulf were written by me some time ago, and Time To Let Your Sun Shine was the first collaboration between Tony Sheppard and myself. The songs are very cool and we are beginning to get the vibe needed to bring them out into the world. It's almost like having children. The songs have a gestation period, are born, have an infancy, toddlerhood, child time, adolescence, then eventually become adults, able to function. I love the developmental way of looking at the process of a song's evolution. Such great fun. I honor my bandmates, Jeff Hocker, Tony Sheppard, Culynn Murdock, and Patrick Russini for supporting my songs. It looks like the album recording will get going again this week so watch out for it. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/44165b60f8366f8b3ea55933097045b47641b6e1/original/fullsizeoutput-4600.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Songs: Magnetic North, Time To Let Your Sun Shine, Beyond The Gulf, It Don't Come Easy, You May Be The One, Right Down The Line, Crazy Movie</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/54996912018-11-05T00:07:30-05:002018-11-05T12:55:32-05:00Dreamwalkers Rehearse with Drummer Patrick Russini<p>Dreamwalkers Band had it's first rehearsal with Patrick Russini and the entire band on Sunday evening, and I came away with a feeling of great optimism regarding the direction the band is taking. Patrick brings a fresh approach to percussion, somewhat quieter and more subtle than we have had in the past. From my perspective, Pat is just what we need. I could really hear and feel the other players, and it was a joy to play together. Pat is bright and dedicated, and is already mostly up to speed already with the songs. Culynn Murdock sang beautifully this evening. Tony Sheppard and Jeff Hocker were at the top of their games. I felt exhilarated hearing the arrangements coming together. We focused on the songs from the album, but also worked on a few cover songs, notably Gerry Rafferty's Right Down The Line, and one of our favorites, Secret Agent Man. We will be back in the studio soon to complete the tracks for the album, and hopefully gig by the end of the year.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/a47e7d85955881609e70ed1316d25fbc244dbb1d/original/fullsizeoutput-5eb6.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br>Songs: Crazy Movie, Machiavelli's Daughter, 12 Years Later, A Dreamer's Story, You May Be The One, The Redemption, Only Love Is Real, Walking Down The Road, Diamond Filled Bouquet, Right Down The Line, Secret Agent Man</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/54952702018-11-01T10:51:12-04:002018-11-02T23:09:50-04:00Ek Balam, The Sky Jaguar<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/d999e5a0d78b1015beb1fd8280ac4244147037ea/original/1456224d-df71-4039-b431-79d2cc2a64fa.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Songwriters are always looking for new inspiration. Could I do better than this ancient site? Don’t think so. Ek Balam, in the Mayan language, means Black, Star or Sky Jaguar. I like Sky Jaguar the best, because that's what it felt like to be there. I was very drawn to this site even before we left for Mexico. I just love the place. If you Look carefully you can see the Moon just above the structure I’m standing on.The place was only discovered 20 years ago. It’s off the beaten path so not overrun with people. Mystical, gorgeous, energetically sparkling. Consider me inspired. Peace, Dr Dreamwalker </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/54921242018-10-30T08:27:21-04:002018-10-30T08:27:21-04:00Dr Dreamwalker: The Energy at Chichen-Itza<p>What a great place to be a Dreamwalker. The energy of Chichen-Itza, deep in the heart of the jungle in the Yucatan in Mexico, is marvelous. The place is so powerful even hordes of people and many sellers with cheap junk could not take away from it’s majesty. Truly inspiring. I’m soaking up all its goodness and looking forward to connecting to the band in our first rehearsal with drummer Patrick Russini and the entire group. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker <img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/abb7926489195e78cbeba242758e3970ceec27f8/original/c6b5078a-bc25-48a7-be0d-059e0ed63201.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/9497e81cbc193c2915ca079a97ca72368b167ea1/original/65a0608a-0491-4354-9a51-5a88e066af0b.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/54871282018-10-26T07:25:58-04:002018-10-26T07:27:21-04:00Dreamwalkers Album Moving Forward<p>Thursday evening, I received the raw tracks from our vocal session and they were wonderful. It is amazing just how much harmonies add to the songs, and how spot on Debbie Stern was in creating and executing them. I feel very gratified at the progress we made and look forward to the completion of the recording an diving into the mixing and mastering process. We've been working with drummer, Patrick Russini, who is getting up to speed on the songs, and will go into some intensive rehearsals in a few weeks. Special thanks to Debbie Stern and Al Torchia for steadfast support and brilliance in this effort. It's an exciting time to be a Dreamwalker. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/86e6e7edc9dd602a79bc2ef44ac0701354b1c4f4/original/fullsizeoutput-82a1.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/54791632018-10-21T08:19:05-04:002018-10-21T10:14:05-04:00Dreaming Out Loud Vocals Day<p>Yesterday, we ventured to Speakeasy Studio to work on vocals. I was accompanied by my voice teacher, Debbie Stern. Debbie is a very accomplished singer, whose credentials are impressive, most notably singing with country music star, Loretta Lynn, for two years, and doing studio work in Nashville for ten years. Debbie and I have been working on my finding my "voices" to bring life, blood, and guts to my vocals. I re-sang a few master tracks and I am amazed at my improvement. Debbie had already graciously volunteered to work on harmonies for the album. Her experience, talent, and heart moved her through the songs creatively and efficiently. She never was at a loss for ideas and I felt the tracks sounded great. It was fun to see her light up with her joy at creating and singing harmonies. She was accompanied by Culynn Murdock on "Only Love Is Real." The album is moving forward and the tracks sound fantastic. Once again, I thank Al Torchia of Speakeasy Studio for creating a great sound, and for his input to the arrangements.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p>Songs</p>
<p>Master Lead Vocals: Machiavelli's Daughter; Crazy Movie; The Redemption</p>
<p>Harmonies: Machiavelli's Daughter, Crazy Movie, The Redemption, Only Love Is Real, A Dreamer's Story, Walkin' Down The Road, 12 Years Later, You May Be The One, Diamond Filled Bouquet<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/6dc6e9f2d6964cbc8aa58624b109ed1d32a44798/original/img-3996.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/4555865afd7dcde7081ad8cbf16ca9f01ea7a721/original/fullsizeoutput-82cc.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/54729212018-10-16T21:18:40-04:002018-10-16T21:18:40-04:00A Dreamwalkers Vocal Saturday<p> </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/d971eefaf15d41018fd74446ccae18580fbc1981/original/img-2621.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p> </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/8e06820c538bc7bc06621752209653c28b6562d0/original/fullsizeoutput-5eac.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Dreamwalkers Band is heading back to the studio this Saturday with our goal to complete Master lead vocal tracks and begin to work on harmonies. Voice teacher, Debbie Stern, will bring her many years of studio and stage experience to guide Culynn Murdock and myself, and will participate in singing harmony on several tracks. I am appreciating the mystical and emotional effects of sweet harmonies on the human psyche. They really are captivating and I'm looking forward to experiencing the process and enjoying the results.</p>
<p>Peace</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/54697572018-10-14T20:48:12-04:002018-10-15T01:04:20-04:00Patrick Russini Joins Dreamwalkers <p><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/96e9000fbf73c9cf09d5378a3c424396d69042a5/original/img-3946.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Hello Dreamwalkers Family and Friends,</p>
<p>Great news. . . Our good friend, Patrick Russini, sat in Sunday evening with Dreamwalkers Band and has agreed to continue on as our drummer. Pat will be learning the songs and getting up to speed over the next few weeks. We are very excited and happy to have him with us. Pat brings a great vibe and wonderful energy. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/86e6e7edc9dd602a79bc2ef44ac0701354b1c4f4/original/fullsizeoutput-82a1.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/a84cf89824ef5180790c995e0120c939e6b062a8/original/fullsizeoutput-82a2.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/54593932018-10-08T08:04:02-04:002018-10-08T16:36:44-04:00Dreamwalkers Porchfest<p>Good morning, Dreamwalkers Family and Friends,</p>
<p>Yesterday, Dreamwalkers Band played at Porchfest, an annual Sarasota grassroots festival of community and music. When bandmate Jeff Hocker and I got to our host's home, we decided we would set up and play on a real porch. It was kind of down home and a relief we didn't have to play on the driveway like last year. Our banner fit it perfectly on the front of the porch and we had some time, so we went walking around the neighborhood taking in a few of the bands. We began setting up at 3 PM for our 4 PM slot, and fighting some very steamy heat, we managed to get a good sound, thank you Jeff Hocker. The weather forecast had a shower predicted for 4 PM, our start time, and at 3:57, rain began to trickle in and then just as we finished putting plastic bags over our main PA speakers, the showers opened up and for a few minutes it poured. Then it passed and we started in earnest. We had a nice group of friends show up as well as a healthy number of Porchfest attendees who were wandering around the musical neighborhood. We had a great time playing. It was fun playing folky style, down-home on the porch. Tony Sheppard was playing a 12 string acoustic guitar and we got some cool sounds out of it. The highlight of the show for me was "You May Be The One," written by myself and Tony Sheppard, sung gorgeously by Culynn Murdock. I always love playing with my musical brother, Jeff Hocker. We would like to thank our host, Jamie Schwartz, for opening her home to us, and to the Porchfest crew for putting on such a great event.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/80589666133f7215f93482fb304dca7b1ca8ea0c/original/fullsizeoutput-7fe1.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/977220b734d4952ec8b2454160b2aaf42c4a4958/original/dw-porchfest-3.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/54515232018-10-01T23:13:37-04:002018-10-01T23:13:37-04:00Porchfest on Sunday<p>Hi Dreamwalkers Family and Friends,</p>
<p>We'd like to invite everyone to join us at Porchfest, this Sunday, October 7. Dreamwalkers Band will be playing at 2267 Arlington St., from 4-5 PM. Porchfest is such a cool event. There will be 64 bands playing in the Arlington Park area. We hope you will come say hello to our band, and also wander around a bit and take in some of the other wonderful local bands. </p>
<p>Dreamwalkers Band is going play a little differently this year. We are planning on a more relaxed, acoustic vibe for our original material and cover songs. We love harmonies from Culynn Murdock, and Tony Sheppard may even bring out the Jumbo 12 string. Jeff Hocker will be exploring the possibilities bass guitar has to offer. If you like, I'll tell you some of the stories behind the songs I've written. </p>
<p>Plan on having a sweet afternoon of music and community. Porchfest is kid friendly, so no reason to stay home. So put on your best tie-dyed shirt and come on out this Sunday.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/e52e31898b72929e5f700a874f3a6ba4d3daf3cf/original/fullsizeoutput-7fdf.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br> </p>
<p> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/54490942018-09-29T20:00:40-04:002018-09-29T20:05:14-04:00Dreamwalkers Weekend: Album and Prep for Porchfest<p>Hello Dreamwalkers Family and Friends,</p>
<p>I spent Saturday afternoon at Speakeasy Studio with Tony Sheppard as Dreamwalkers Band continues to make progress in the recording of our album. As we go through the process, I have more and more respect for the giants who recorded the fabulous music we love. The work is intense, tiring, but very gratifying. Of course, most of them did not have day jobs interfering with the process. As Tony said, "Wouldn't it be great to have a few weeks to just do this (record)." Yep. Our current challenge is coming up with a signature sound for the band, but having variety in that sound. Tony used several different pedals, guitars, and effects to create a variety of soundscapes in today's tracks. He made his guitar sound almost like a violin for Walkin' Down The Road. Having recording engineer, Al Torchia, to bounce things off of makes coming up with new ideas easier, as he has fresh ears for our songs. We have three songs left for Tony to complete his electric guitar work and we can move to percussion, and finally the finishing touches, harmonies, and accents. We talked about bringing my Mandocaster (an electric Mandolin shaped like a Stratocaster) into the mix, and Al has a glockenspiel he wants to add to one of our songs. Songs are like children in that they come out of nowhere and have a developmental journey. Watching my songs grow up is quite an event.</p>
<p>Tomorrow, we have our final prep for the gig at Porchfest. It's always fun to play, but game speed is very different from practice speed, so we are using this time to sharpen up for the gig. We are going to review our setlist and get ready. A reminder, our schedule was changed. We will be at 2267 Arlington St. from 4-5 PM on Sunday, October 7. We hope everyone will come to this very fun event and support local music.The local bands are really terrific and it's free and kid friendly.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p>Today's Songs: The Redemption, 12 Years Later, Walkin' Down The Road.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/5b7e117d2282189b6c2e382e262817e5a2c31c9e/original/fullsizeoutput-7b60.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/54443062018-09-26T12:10:18-04:002018-09-26T12:10:18-04:00Chalk Festival Postponed Due to Health Concerns: Red Tide<p>Red Tide took out our Chalk Festival. The Red Tide/Algal Bloom was unprecedented in scope, destroying sea life in this area for a long time and I could do a huge rant about my rage regarding the horrible people behind this outrageous outbreak. It smells awful and is dangerous to health. Anyway, Dreamwalkers Band is invited to play when it is rescheduled and will keep you posted.</p>
<p>Here's the message from the Festival organizers.</p>
<p>Hello Performers,</p>
<p>The Chalk Festival and the Pavement Music Festival will be rescheduled due to the Red Tide threats. During the past two weeks, discussions between the Chalk Festival organizers with Mote Marine, Sarasota County, Venice airport officials, the health department, financial backers and more, finally concluded to reschedule the event. Health and safety of the participants and the public were the biggest concerns. The Chalk Festival and the Pavement Music Festival will be rescheduled for late winter or early spring. We will let you know when a decision is made. </p>
<p>We appreciate your willingness to perform with us and would like for you to perform at the rescheduled event if you would be available. Let me know that you received this message and if you would like to be contacted to perform at the rescheduled event. We hope the rescheduling will not be a major inconvenience with you.</p>
<p>I'm not very peaceful about this Red Tide thing,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/f1664ea9d001b4eb18e271b5ee69a80395c21edd/original/red-tide.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/54399952018-09-22T22:14:32-04:002018-09-22T22:28:32-04:00Dreamwalkers Recording Session with Tony Sheppard<p>Hey Dreamwalkers Family and Friends,</p>
<p>Today, Tony Sheppard and I ventured to Speakeasy Recording Studio to begin the process of laying down Tony's electric guitar tracks. Tony is like a secret weapon. He lays back and seems unassuming, but in the crucial moment, he lets loose and can play just about anything with grace, power, and heart. I felt privileged to experience this session with Tony and Recording Engineer, Al Torchia. As we moved through the songs, I had several reactions. My first and most powerful reaction was the wish for all of you to hear this man play guitar. I get to play with him up close on a regular basis, but, knowing todays work would be available for everyone to hear was heart warming. I began to remember songs still alive in the soundtrack of my youth, and pondered how they were made. I felt much awe and gratitude for the efforts of the musical geniuses who consistently delighted our ears and soothed and enlightened our hearts. We certainly stand on the shoulders of giants. Let me assure you, the energy it takes to write a great song and then manifest it is staggering. The process of the three of us putting our heads and ears together to get different variations of cool sounds was also quite invigorating. It was a time to stretch our creativity and experimentation. In the end, the tracks sounded great and I can't wait until the album is finished to share with all of you. Much thanks to Al Torchia, who has a great ear, and of course it is my privilege and joy to be in a band with Tony Sheppard.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/5e3a52e2708d07a9bcaad096cb020454f98538ae/original/fullsizeoutput-7fa5.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/af859b7a96f8fa3f6d0e168bce94b65e4dfb1123/original/fullsizeoutput-7fa8.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p>Songs for Today: Crazy Movie, You May Be The One, Machiavelli's Daughter, Only Love Is Real, Diamond Filled Bouquet</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/54310272018-09-16T18:45:16-04:002018-09-16T18:45:16-04:00Dreamwalkers Porchfest Revised Schedule<p>Hello to all our Dreamwalkers Family and Friends. The schedule for our performance at Porchfest has been changed from 6 PM to 4 PM. As far as we know we will be at the same venue, 2267 Arlington St., Sarasota. </p>
<p>The band had a great rehearsal today, as we selected songs to play for Porchfest. We will have an hour to play and look forward to meeting and greeting all of you. Porchfest is a wonderful community music event and I encourage everyone to come out. </p>
<p>We will be back at Speakeasy Studio this weekend, as we are continuing to put the basic tracks down on our album. Tony Sheppard will bring his guitar magic to the effort. </p>
<p>Peace, </p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/1d525ff32cf699a7596cd3b9ebe199f2dc95db3b/original/img-0050.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/54303762018-09-15T20:57:51-04:002018-09-15T21:20:24-04:00Dreamwalkers Report From The Studio<p>Hello Dreamwalkers Family and Friends,</p>
<p>Another long studio day revealed some real gems of songs unfolding. Today's star was Culynn Murdock. Jeff Hocker and I started the day by re-recording the backing tracks for "You May Be The One," written by myself and Tony Sheppard. Culynn's vocal performance was absolutely superb, so heartfelt I was moved to tears. I've heard the song many times before, but not like this. She took the bridge on "Machiavelli's Daughter and was fabulous. She sang my original composition, "A Dreamer's Story," and once again was terrific. However, for me, the highlight of the day was hearing Culynn singing her original song, "Wandering In Neutral." The lyrics are so cool, the tune is catchy, and her voice is magical. Being in the studio and having a chance to hear her sing without having to concentrate on my playing allowed me to truly absorb how wonderful her voice is. Tony Sheppard arrived and did electric guitar wizardry for "Crazy Movie." We are planning on giving him a day next week to lay down electric guitar tracks on all the songs. Jeff Hocker has made great strides in the completion of his original song, Dolphin. He shared his progress with us and I was blown away. I even had the chance to take out my Rickenbacker 12 string to play on "The Redemption." The album, tentatively titled "Dreaming Out Loud," is something we feel very optimistic and excited about. The tracks are evolving beautifully. </p>
<p>Songlist for today:</p>
<p>You May Be The One</p>
<p>Machiavelli's Daughter</p>
<p>A Dreamer's Story</p>
<p>Wandering In Neutral</p>
<p>Crazy Movie</p>
<p>The Redemption</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker<br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/a857ff338ecd91499310f26e32adaee18a962a7f/original/dsc02817.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>P.S. While lugging amplifiers and guitars into the studio, I had the thought, I know I'm getting older when I need a roadie more than a groupie.</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/54250402018-09-11T22:40:58-04:002018-09-24T18:43:40-04:00Dreamwalkers to Play Porchfest, October 7<p>Hi Dreamwalkers Family and Friends,</p>
<p>We have been assigned a home for Porchfest. Dreamwalkers will be at 2267 Arlington St. We play from 6-7 PM on Sunday Oct 7. 64 bands will be taking part in the Arlington Park area. We had a lot of fun playing last year. It's a great event so come on out and join together with the band.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/ca5918140334ed7c186223948ebe5bcb8e45a761/original/fullsizeoutput-45fb.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/54140712018-09-04T01:49:18-04:002018-09-04T01:49:18-04:00Dreamwalkers Album Taking Shape<p>Hello Dreamwalkers family and friends, this is Dr Dreamwalker blogging from Rohnert Park California. I spent some of the day getting over my fear of heights by zip lining hundreds of feet through the Sonoma County canopy course. It was exhilarating and confidence building. Recording engineer, Al Torchia, sent me the raw tracks that have been worked on by myself and bass player, Jeff Hocker. As a first listener, I am very optimistic. When sharing them with a few people here, I got more optimistic. It’s an amazing experience to feel the songs taking shape one layer at a time. This experience is also exhilarating and confidence building. We are putting a beautiful sound puzzle together and it feels sometimes like we’re hooking onto a cable and zipping through the songs. I will keep everyone posted. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/6169f6560faa8a1d333888feed5c22c55fe90a4c/original/jeff-hocker-the-wave.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/54102422018-09-01T01:21:34-04:002018-09-01T19:40:57-04:00Hello From San Francisco, Dreamwalkers Album Moving Forward<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/6cecc3cd7459825f9f48e7797151ceba4dd8681a/original/ea2558c6-0e29-473a-a581-33d7c4ec44c5.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Greetings Dreamwalkers family, I am blogging from just south of San Francisco, California. Kali Dass and I spent the day by the Golden Gate Bridge and had a spectacular time. While we were there, I received the good news that our bass guitar player, Jeff Hocker, had a great day laying down bass tracks for the album. He completed eight of the 11 songs and communicated to me that they are sounding really good. </p>
<p>I’m already feeling great relief and joy from being in my Home away from home here in California, and I am looking forward to completing the album when I return home.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/53987162018-08-23T15:56:57-04:002018-08-23T15:56:57-04:00Lots of Changes<p>I received a very cool photograph from my friend Danny Marr. Danny and his family have been with us for a long time. In fact it's because of Danny and Debbie we include Harvest Moon in our set. Thanks so much my friends. That picture looks like it was from a long time ago because things are so different now, but actually it was only a few months ago. Back in the studio on Sunday. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/fbc3a3b80c198da2d65e6173853201fdd826dc55/original/rs-dw.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/53974342018-08-22T15:39:30-04:002018-08-22T15:40:56-04:00Dreamwalkers Recording Progressing, Drummer Added to Lineup For Album<p>Hi Dreamwalkers Family,</p>
<p>We have made excellent progress in moving forward with recording the Dreamwalkers album. I finished all of my lead singing tracks today. I guess experience helps. I had fun with the process, and the tracks were more lyrical and on point. Our recording engineer, Al Torchia, unveiled a new microphone, which sounded fantastic. This weekend, Jeff Hocker will be laying down his bass lines, and hopefully there will be time for Culynn to sing her leads. Tony Sheppard's lead guitars will likely be put in after I return from vacation. Debbie Stern connected me with drummer, Chad Kellog, who has agreed to sit in on the recording sessions. After listening to songs on our web site, Chad said, "Good stuff. I'll definitely be able to contribute in a positive and refreshing way." The raw tracks, without effects sound great. The process is akin to putting a large jig saw puzzle together when one doesn't know what the end result will be, add lots of fun, hard work and creativity and you get the idea. I am very optimistic about how the project will turn out.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/4b258960a98908e13dc5f87c7d9a34f033784167/original/fullsizeoutput-7b67.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /> </p>
<p> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/53887602018-08-15T15:02:29-04:002018-08-15T15:07:29-04:00Dreamwalkers Album: This Is Getting Exciting<p>Hey Dreamwalkers,</p>
<p>This is Dr Dreamwalker giving an update on our album. Working with Speakeasy Recording engineer, Al Torchia, I completed acoustic tracks on the remainder of our songs for the album. Amazingly, I conquered the vagaries of the click track and felt good about keeping everything in the correct tempo, which I'm sure will gladden the heart of our bass player, Jeff Hocker. I felt a great sense of excitement as Al and I listened to the multiple guitars building the foundation for the tracks that will be mixed into cohesive songs. With most of the songs being my original contributions, it was in many ways like watching my children begin to grow up. Now that we have the backing tracks and they sound good (Al insisted on strong performances), we can bring in Jeff's bass lines, Tony's lead guitar and Culynn and my vocals. We are very happy to have Debbie Stern helping us on harmonies when the time comes. Drummer Jeff Dillon left the recording sessions and the band, so we will be looking for a drummer both to sit in on the album and then play performances. My excitement and optimism about the project are high. I am looking forward to completing the album and sharing with our Dreamwalkers Family and Friends.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/a636afa5a9e58add2f9f229dd26afac00a7acb29/original/fullsizeoutput-7b6c.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/53834512018-08-11T05:44:12-04:002018-08-12T05:51:02-04:00Dreamwalkers Invited to Play, Album Recording in Process<p>This is a transformational time for Dreamwalkers Band. We have been invited to play at several community events and are continuing the recording of our album.</p>
<p>Part of the mission of the band is to support community outreach and benefit causes. We have been invited to play at Porchfest, a celebration of community music taking place in the Arlington Park neighbor hood on October 7.. We played at Porchfest last year and had a blast. Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk on October 20th at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota has invited us to play at their event. We have also been asked to play at the Chalk Festival in Venice, Florida. This event takes place from November 9-12. I will post details as they emerge.</p>
<p>Today is a big day for our recording process. we will be in studio working to create the foundational rhythm tracks for a number of songs included in the album. I have created scratch or ghost tracks for them to work from. As I have mentioned in the past, creating in a studio environment is a very different experience from being on the stage. So far, I am very pleased with the learning curve. Some things sounded great right off the bat, others, upon review, needed work. There will be some surprise guests on the album and Dreamwalkers Band is excited to include some of our very talented friends in the process.</p>
<p>One last thing. . . does anyone call it an "Album" anymore? I guess people buy music like I used to buy 45s (ancient history, little record with a big hole in the middle), aka singles. Now it's mp3s or just listen on Youtube or a music service. For me, it will always be an album.</p>
<p>Take care my Dreamwalkers, its a Solar Eclipse day. . . Transformation.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/a2fdf72b22bfa498a4e2c8b6e90eba63249703e9/original/153351281524197648-1.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/242ea8ebc9811235f486a1642a3a973e59e19474/original/fullsizeoutput-7b6b.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /> <br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/1b906d499644d0020e98c7a53bcb87dda8a2c26c/original/fullsizeoutput-3055.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/8e06820c538bc7bc06621752209653c28b6562d0/original/fullsizeoutput-5eac.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/53757422018-08-05T19:38:38-04:002018-08-12T05:51:54-04:00Dreamwalkers Back to the Studio<p>Dreamwalkers are preparing to dive back into the studio. We are making good progress towards completion of our album. We have broken into smaller groups to prepare for the studio. Today we had a guitar rehearsal, Wednesday, we plan a vocal rehearsal. Saturday, we are aiming to complete the rhythm tracks for all of the songs. The process is great fun, very demanding, and quite creative as well. I am hearing things in the songs I have never heard before. </p>
<p>Peace, </p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/a95c2bcdce8f12324a6f2034f68d2fef956e3e63/original/fullsizeoutput-5eb0.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/83029204867aa594abe536bc120e12f7007688d1/original/fullsizeoutput-5ead.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/54a2a3712dfc86ea764e0f9613da423c0a55301d/original/fullsizeoutput-45fc.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/b5e657007453d900b3c311e2a692ea1dcc444827/original/fullsizeoutput-45fd.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/6fe201f86e69c9d1ded1b99842d570ca1b5a982d/original/fullsizeoutput-45fa.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/53668152018-07-29T21:05:33-04:002018-07-30T00:34:22-04:00Dreamwalkers Recording Session #2<p>Today, Dreamwalkers moved forward with recording our album. We continue to build the foundation of our songs. Last week we completed drums and bass guitar for six songs. Today, we put rhythm acoustic guitars and some electric guitar work on the songs. Culynn Murdock began to put vocal tracks on her song, "Wandering In Neutral." Today, I experienced the magic of putting beautiful 6 and 12 string acoustic guitars in unison to create wonderful rhythm tracks. I also played my Rickenbacker 12 string to provide sounds reminiscent of the Byrds and a 60s vibe to my song,"The Redemption." Tony Sheppard began the task of creating lead guitar for our songs. We used two very cool Fender Tube Amplifiers to give us a spectacular electric sound. All in all, the day was exhausting but went quickly and smoothly. The songs are taking shape and I am optimistic.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/2502d1adac2afe6153e38e4627588990ab507777/original/fullsizeoutput-305b.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/b9414fe0075cf4f383d7e52074f6d49c71b686f9/original/fullsizeoutput-305d.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/a517cedfcf8f6c857906703d6cf2edf533041468/original/fullsizeoutput-3053.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/1b906d499644d0020e98c7a53bcb87dda8a2c26c/original/fullsizeoutput-3055.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/53579882018-07-23T01:31:56-04:002018-08-12T05:52:47-04:00Dreamwalkers Begin Recording Album at Speakeasy Studios<p>Dreamwalkers Band began recording out first album Sunday at Speakeasy Studios in Parrish, Florida. Al Torchia of the Tattered Saints and Speakeasy Recording Studios is our engineer for this effort and we had a hardworking but very pleasant and productive day in the studio. Our goal was to generate rhythm tracks (drums and bass guitar) for at least six songs and we met our goal. The recordings we heard were clean and powerful, so I was very happy with today's work. </p>
<p>We had to do a little experimenting to find what worked for us as a band in the studio. I've never done this before and studio recording is a different animal than performing or making demos. We tried a click track and it just about drove me up the wall, so Al put me in another room (turned out it was his two year old's bedroom, apropos, I thought) to sing scratch or ghost tracks to give drummer Jeff Dillon something to play against. Once we got the hang of it, the process went fairly smoothly. Culynn Murdock joined us to sing her songs, and it was like the two of us were at the little kids table at dinner. Singing the same song several times was challenging at times, as we were only placeholders, to assist in the recording process. In the end, it was gratifying to me to hear the tracks as the session unfolded. </p>
<p>Once we hit six songs, Jeff Hocker took over and began recording bass guitar tracks. Since we already had the scratch tracks, I could relax. There was a glitch in the Logic Pro digital audio workstation, but a quick call to our friend, Pat Russini, gave us the path to reset the program and move forward. Thank you, Patrick! Jeff was able to go through all six songs and our session ended. Eight hours in a time warp. Time was speeded up and slowed down depending upon what was going on in the moment. </p>
<p>All in all I wound up exhausted, but happy. We had what I call "Hard Fun." We will meet again next weekend to continue (none of us quit our day jobs). </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p>Songlist</p>
<p>Diamond Filled Bouquet written by Richard Schulman</p>
<p>Machiavelli's Daughter written by Richard Schulman</p>
<p>You May Be The One written by Richard Schulman and Tony Sheppard</p>
<p>Wandering In Neutral written by Culynn Murdock</p>
<p>A Dreamer's Story written by Richard Schulman</p>
<p>The Redemption written by Richard Schulman</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/d971eefaf15d41018fd74446ccae18580fbc1981/original/img-2621.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/cf5037e7421c46c34f7c642d4be6032c8ac6e4f2/original/fullsizeoutput-2fec.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/57721f13d6362e3f3043be6a6c999731f94fe2d3/original/img-2623.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/00598e7bcd5355c59df8ded9ffd4a6aa12d6a631/original/fullsizeoutput-2ff6.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/53532842018-07-19T09:55:46-04:002018-07-19T09:57:44-04:00Sabrosa Closing<p>On July 12 Dreamwalkers played our last performance at Sabrosa prior to the closing of the venue. We thank owner, Shannon Lugannini, and his staff for being so supportive and welcoming during our gigs. We wish Shannon success in his next venture, which I'm told is being a father. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/032d8a39d7f345abb670fc0944cb858e9b4d47d3/original/fullsizeoutput-2e57.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/53532732018-07-19T09:44:12-04:002018-07-19T09:44:12-04:00Dreamwalkers Recording This Weekend<p>Dreamwalkers are rehearsed and ready to go into the studio to record our first album. The arrangements have been organized and rehearsed as a full band, but studio work is done in layers, so this will be a new experience for us as a band. We have chosen 10 original songs to be recorded for the effort, with all of our band's song writers represented. Debbie Stern has graciously agreed to help out with the arrangement and singing of vocal harmonies. I am very encouraged by the level of playing during the most recent rehearsals and we are all excited to get underway.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/757f2cc8c5a61d23bfaa535079ef4874e83ea487/original/dreamwalkersband-2-2med-sun.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/53368052018-07-08T22:34:30-04:002018-07-08T22:34:30-04:00Dreamwalking You Home or Dreaming Out Loud?<p>Dreamwalkers rehearsal on Sunday focused on preparing for recording our album in a few weeks. I began using the pedal board to create new sounds with my acoustic guitars, and added a 12 string acoustic guitar. The 12 string provides a very full sound and at times feels a little like having a piano in your lap. I was impressed by the power of the instrument to add different flavors to our sound.</p>
<p>We will be playing all of the songs we intend to record at our next gig at Sabrosa on Thursday, July 12. Tentative titles for the album are Dreamwalking You Home and Dreaming Out Loud. Let us know the title you prefer or suggest another one and you could win a Dreamwalkers t-shirt. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/4da8870aeba2d7604f0242c7eec5398db59dd19c/original/fullsizeoutput-85cd.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br><br> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/53274742018-07-02T00:24:26-04:002018-07-02T00:26:17-04:00Dreamwalkers Prepare to Record CD<p>Dreamwalkers Band rehearsed Sunday afternoon with the express purpose of preparing to record our first CD, tentatively titled, "Dreamwalking You Home." The album will consist of original material written by Jeff Hocker, Culynn Murdock, Tony Sheppard, and Dr Dreamwalker. We are very excited to get into the studio, and as we organize, I am reminded to appreciate all the great artists and music engineers who have given us so much. Some of the process is simple, some complicated, none of it easy. Asking me to choose the songs that will be on the record and those to exclude is excruciating, sort of like asking who my favorite child is, but some constriction must take place in order to manifest. All in all, we had a very productive and focused time arranging some of our favorite songs. There is an odd feeling of a "greatest hits" album, which sounds silly, as this is our first album, however, we've been playing the songs for a while, so they are very familiar to us. We hope to begin the recording sessions by the end of the month. </p>
<p>In addition, Dreamwalkers will be back at Sabrosa on July 12 @ 8 PM. We thoroughly enjoy playing at Sabrosa, a cool place for music, food, and drink and hope to see our Dreamwalkers Family and Friends there.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/1880ed7a395a2406e684e74d9ae42a02c6877c1d/original/fullsizeoutput-85be.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/53156122018-06-25T02:59:08-04:002018-06-26T07:33:29-04:00Summer Solstice at Sabrosa<p>Dreamwalkers celebrated Summer Solstice at Sabrosa last Thursday. We had the pleasure of violin/mandolin player, John Reynolds, sitting in with us. John's playing brought a counterpoint to the leads of guitar player, Tony Sheppard and added the heart shaking quality of his instruments and playing to the mix. Thank you, John. The friendly audience responded strongly to covers of Rikki Don't Lose That Number and Secret Agent Man, and our new original tune, Suggestion By Echo. We always have a great time at Sabrosa, and thank Shannon Lugganini for inviting us back. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/c681f3df276eb36ee6c729281db34e212dfaa00a/original/fullsizeoutput-85c6.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Setlist</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Set 1</p>
<p>Diamond Filled Bouquet written by Richard Schulman</p>
<p>Only Love Is Real written by Richard Schulman</p>
<p>Harvest Moon</p>
<p>12 Years Later written by Richard Schulman</p>
<p>Road Song written by Tony Sheppard</p>
<p>Last Dance With Mary Jane </p>
<p>Dolphin by written by Jeff Hocker</p>
<p>Redemption written by Richard Schulman</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Set 2</p>
<p>Norwegian Wood </p>
<p>Time To Fly written by Richard Schulman</p>
<p>Wondering In Neutral written by Culynn Murdock</p>
<p>California Dreamin' </p>
<p>Crazy Movie written by Richard Schulman</p>
<p>Machiavelli’s Daughter written by Richard Schulman</p>
<p>Rikki Don’t Lose That Number </p>
<p>With A Little Help From My Friends </p>
<p>Two Insomnias written by Richard Schulman</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Set 3 </p>
<p>Walkin’ Down The Road written by Richard Schulman</p>
<p>Can’t Find My Way Home</p>
<p>You May Be The One written by Richard Schulman and Tony Sheppard</p>
<p>Secret Agent Man </p>
<p>Suggestion By Echo written by Richard Schulman</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/52882642018-06-11T01:20:58-04:002018-07-20T06:21:30-04:00Dreamwalkers Play at Sun 'N Fun For Fundraiser<p>Dreamwalkers Band played Sunday at the Chili Cook-Off at the Sun 'N Fun RV Resort in support of stroke survivor Bernard Gaines. While the heat and humidity were stifling (it's Florida in mid June) and the venue akin to playing inside an airplane hangar, we had great sound support from Pascal, so all obstacles were overcome and we had great time. Bernard, who speaks with the aid of a computer, is a remarkable man had a chance to share his gratitude. The place was filled with love and support and we took the opportunity to play "With A Little Help From My Friends," at that moment. </p>
<p>Bernard said he felt like he was part of the band. Here's a photo of him receiving a Dreamwalkers t-shirt. </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/5146021dc515992ba5e6eb8ccaa0112352d2dd19/original/fullsizeoutput-8544.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Many Dreamwalkers Family showed up in support of this worthy cause. Sarasota Guitar Legend and friend, Lenny Brooks came to support Bernard and said hello during a break.<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/65bb5a0f87ce6f101ae406f13bef2790631158a6/original/fullsizeoutput-854b.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>There were at least 12 kinds of Chili and a bunch of desserts as well. I heard Bert's chili was great, but find it hard to eat anything while we are in playing mode.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/fcf21b16ceb429b5a46a071c6c7c6fbc966878e7/original/fullsizeoutput-854e.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Here are Bernard and his wife expressing gratitude for the outpouring of love and support.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/529c85c8d540c5724661e87e852ba6356e9fec33/original/fullsizeoutput-8552.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Dreamwalkers set-list:</p>
<p>Diamond Filled Bouquet (written by Richard Schulman)</p>
<p>Norwegian Wood</p>
<p>Only Love Is Real (written by Richard Schulman)</p>
<p>Harvest Moon</p>
<p>Time To Fly (written by Richard Schulman)</p>
<p>Wandering In Neutral (written by Culynn Murdock)</p>
<p>California Dreamin' </p>
<p>The Redemption (written by Richard Schulman)</p>
<p>The Road Song (written by Tony Sheppard)</p>
<p>Crazy Movie (written by Richard Schulman)</p>
<p>With A Little Help From My Friends</p>
<p>Machiavelli's Daughter (written by Richard Schulman)</p>
<p>Rikki Don't Lose That Number</p>
<p>Child's Play (written by Richard Schulman)</p>
<p>12 Years Later (written by Richard Schulman)</p>
<p>Two Insomnias (written by Richard Schulman)</p>
<p>Dolphin (written by Jeff Hocker)</p>
<p>Can't Find My Way Home</p>
<p>You May Be The One (written by Richard Schulman and Tony Sheppard)</p>
<p>Secret Agent Man</p>
<p>My personal favorites were Culynn's singing on You May Be The One, Tony's guitar on Can't Find My Way Home, JD's drumming on Two Insomnias, and Jeff's Dolphin, I am always grateful to get through the keyboard part of Dolphin without incident. Probably the most fun was Secret Agent Man, where we channel the early 60s and blast away. </p>
<p>Thanks to Cindy Ervin for organizing the event and inviting the band, Carla Henshaw for filming the songs and making some tasty chili, Pascal, who created a great sound despite the difficult conditions, and my incredible bandmates, Jeff Dillon, Jeff Hocker, Culynn Murdock, and Tony Sheppard, who always show up big. </p>
<p>I will be posting videos in the Video section of this website. Hope to see everyone at Sabrosa on June 21 for Summer Solstice Party.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/52805122018-06-07T00:50:02-04:002018-06-07T00:50:02-04:00Dreamwalkers To Play Chili Cook-Off Benefit<p>Dreamwalkers had our last rehearsal prior to the Chili Cook-Off Benefit for Stroke survivor Bernard Gaines. We had a lot of fun rehearsing and look forward to playing this Sunday, June 10 from 3-6 PM at the Sun 'N Fun RV Resort located at 7125 Fruitville Rd., Sarasota. We need all our Dreamwalkers Friends and Family to show up and support this cause. Bring your chili and compete or just come and eat. Kids under 12 eat free. You can buy a ticket at the door or call Cindy 941-807-7806 for entry forms. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/9f9a2b69d2c34fb60d48facf4777e9fd043683d6/original/gaines-2.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/f1fd55906605f65cb29f5581512d81efa3872a83/original/culynn-1.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/180dd4c40efe12265feb7a2c6d3ce3fc6ee32a6f/original/fullsizeoutput-7816.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br> </p>
<p> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/52701602018-06-01T13:18:51-04:002020-01-20T05:34:48-05:00Dreamwalkers Reminder. . . June 10<p>Welcome to June my Dreamwalkers Family and Friends. I greet you from sunny and dry Arizona where I am embracing a much needed vacation. We've made it to June and I'm reminded that on the 10th of this month we are having a Chili Cook-Off to benefit one of our own, stroke survivor, Bernard Gaines. Dreamwalkers will be playing on that Sunday afternoon at the Sun N' Fun Pavillion in support of Bernard, and I'd like all of our Dreamwalkers Family and Friends to come out. If you like to cook, get into the spirit and put your chili to the test. Compete with other chili fanatics. If you just like to eat, that's a little easier. It will be kid friendly and children under 12 eat for free. Please call Cindy 941-807-7806 or contact me for entry forms and tickets to the event. The band is stoked and ready to play. We need your help for Bernard.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/9ed7660c9fe8a91f54fe244ed28bcc020d1d223f/original/dsc05592.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/52150612018-05-21T03:55:00-04:002018-05-21T03:56:23-04:00Bernard Gaines Inspiration<p>I'd like the Dreamwalkers family and friends to meet Bernard Gaines, a man who inspires many and the guest of honor at the Chili Cook-off fundraiser. Dreamwalkers band has been invited to play for the event by Cindy Ervin. </p>
<p>Bernard has had two strokes, 2005 & 2016. It’s been a long tough ride for he and his family. His second stroke hit him particularly hard, leaving him paralyzed from the neck down on his right side, unable to speak. </p>
<p>Physically, he's doing much better. A year and a half ago, he needed complete assistance in every way, getting fed through a tube, due to an inability to swallow. Bernard now goes to You Fit gym to workout 2 to 3 times a week and plays golf with a handicap group. He's getting stronger and better every day and happy to be alive. </p>
<p>When I asked friends to describe Bernard, here are a few responses: </p>
<p>"He raises money for autism, and he does stroke awareness. He chairs recovery meetings. He’s a great husband and a wonderful friend. He has a great sense of humor. He loves God. He works everyday toward getting well. </p>
<p>Looking at his Facebook page, one thing shines through, his indomitable spirit and smile light up every post. No matter the challenges, his focus remains outward on helping others. </p>
<p>His wife, Sally Rosbury, an occupational therapist, is Bernard's primary caretaker and the family's sole provider. Due to Bernard's medical needs, resources have been exhausted. This is where the Dreamwalkers family comes together, to help one of us, because Bernard is the kind of man who would do the same for everyone of us. </p>
<p>So get your chili recipe's ready, bring your bibs, you kids, your friends, your hungry loved ones and your wallet. Let our family help this family.</p>
<p>You can get tickets for the chili cook off at the door or you can enter the cook off by calling Cindy at 941-807-7806 </p>
<p>Peace, </p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p> </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/9a81ce0b28ee603a9d76c216a352a48c0cd9f6dd/original/gaines-7.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/9f9a2b69d2c34fb60d48facf4777e9fd043683d6/original/gaines-2.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/22bc7109923fdcbfc44b497893d2ee61f1c90f95/original/gaines-1.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/30fb76fd93cd9b28b6d2e3edfbe931423155d245/original/gaines-3.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/05684fceacf4de03dcddb5231b06ac255939767a/original/gaines-5.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/76f1d49dc081c48a9fd1066d487e8bcceda0e031/original/gaines-6.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p> </p>
<p> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/52415702018-05-18T03:09:33-04:002018-05-18T09:10:02-04:00Sweet Sounds at Sabrosa<p>Dreamwalkers Band played at Sabrosa Thursday evening. While it was difficult to compete with the Stanley Cup playoffs, we did have some sweet souls come out to hear us play. We had a great time, and it is clear to me how far we have come. Kudos to Culynn Murdock for her wonderful song, "Wandering in Neutral." Culynn's voice is captivating as she sings her own original material, my songs, and covers we love. Bravo Culynn. Original songs by Tony Sheppard and Jeff Hocker were both fun and powerful. Tony's lead guitar work was phenomenal all evening. He is really hitting his groove with the band. Jeff Dillon, heartbeat of the band was fantastic on our original song, "Two Insomnias," as well as the rest of the night. For me, it's a joy to play with such wonderful musicians, who brilliantly honor my original songs. I'm loving this band. </p>
<p>Peace, </p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/1267b8ba4db0e83995fa19cac1e45e794b492e34/original/dw-bandstand-20180518.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Photograph by Jeff Dillon</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/52218042018-05-07T21:28:20-04:002018-05-08T02:51:25-04:00Chili Cook-off Tickets on Sale Tuesday<p>Tickets to the chili cook off fundraiser for our friend Bernard Gaines will be available on Tuesday! Please everybody get involved and make this work! Let’s all pitch in and make life a little easier for his family. If you don’t want to enter chili or a desert just buy a ticket and come eat! Live music by Dreamwalkers! It’ll be a great day! 3 pm on June 10, 2018 KIDS UNDER12 GET IN FREE! I'm asking the Dreamwalkers Family to step up, cook some chili and lets see how you do. If you can't cook, I'll bet you can eat. </p>
<p>You can get tickets for the chili cook off at the door or you can enter the cook off by calling Cindy at 941-807-7806</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/5526126fbfbbe9c871a5ca12036fe81004ce1949/original/gaines-8.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/52164492018-05-04T02:01:09-04:002018-05-04T02:01:09-04:00More Guitars 4 Vets<p>Carla came up with another guitar for the Guitars4Vets program. Jill Dye, the owner of the guitar said, "I would like to donate the Kawai acoustic guitar my brother, Jack Dye, gave me when he returned from Vietnam. He bought it in Okinawa in 1965. He was a Lt. in the Army in Vietnam. It would be wonderful if it could be enjoyed by another veteran! What a great idea!!" Jill related her brother is very active and lives in Virginia. We thank Jill and hope her generous gift inspires other to give to this worthy program. Please check out their website: http://www.guitars4vets.org, but if you wish to donate, contact us as we are in contact with our local chapter. </p>
<p>Peace, </p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/385ffe4be704cbecec97ddfe6c584ade07ae421e/original/img-4233.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/52150252018-05-03T09:59:52-04:002018-05-03T09:59:52-04:00Playing With Great Joy<p>The lesson here is never ever miss a chance to see Victor Wooten. The Wave (Jeff Hocker) and I journeyed to the Capitol Theatre in Clearwater to see Victor Wooten's Fun&Funk Xplosion. He performed with his brothers, and the comedian Sinbad playing funk music which resulted in the most fun I’ve had at a concert for as long as I can remember. I have never smiled and laughed more during a concert. Victor is a magician on the bass guitar, Wooten brothers Regi (guitar) Joseph (keys) and Roy "Futureman" (drums) and Bob Franceschini (sax) were just brilliant. They played funk music that just made you want to smile and dance. I knew we were in for something special when they started playing Sly & The Family Stone songs. A highlight was a guitar thump off between Victor and Regi. I couldn’t figure out how they were going to integrate Sinbad into the show but it was seamless and brilliant. Sinbad's Barry White impression was hilarious. The most important thing was the great joy and love they poured into the music and our hearts. Thank you Victor Wooten</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/4ff0e2cfcd5e64fe0eee7edd9c3f2014b93c5963/original/img-1515.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Blurry Bandmates (my bad)</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/5d29be2b669da8a81420718d4a5273ffc1e4d0a3/original/img-1546.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/7d6e958b54f3a2c197e0db6769131147d2eafb5f/original/img-1540.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/bb1317769e0a048ceeb1bfcfa538b15967bdfee3/original/fullsizeoutput-80bb.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/62d142a1558b28a6ce42aadcd31cd66706910411/original/fullsizeoutput-80b9.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/406931756e4b0823749bc050e8f40dba63a837ba/original/img-1578.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/52072962018-04-28T07:37:33-04:002018-04-28T07:37:33-04:00Dreamwalkers Field Trip<p>Remember in elementary school when your entire class would pile into a bus and go to a theatre on a field trip? Tony Sheppard and I went to Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater to see The Alan Parsons Project. What an inspiring show. Songs from the album, "I Robot" were particularly emotional. The music was brilliant, beautiful, sweet, edgy, and powerful. I loved the show and found it inspiring. I will never understand why this group did not reach the heights of popularity.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/02347098a8a8119bed073a0af17df430382565bd/original/img-1417-2.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/51919432018-04-20T02:01:12-04:002021-09-20T15:45:06-04:00Dreamwalkers at Sabrosa<p>Hello Dreamwalkers Family and Friends. We had a blast playing at Sabrosa again and were joined by our Dreamwalkers Family including Film Director, Sonny Marler, virtuoso guitar player, Shaun Hopper, singer and voice coach, Debbie Stern and Alex Chavez from Blue Phoenix band I think Sonny was having a lot of fun filming us, and I'm sure he got some wonderful footage. Shaun let me know how much he appreciated hearing our three part harmony during the lighter moments in the first set. Debbie gave me feedback on the keys that she felt worked best for my voice. There is no doubt we are markedly improved. Our arrangements are stronger, the harmonies sweeter, and the simpatico between us is emerging organically. It was a fabulous night. Everyone had fun and the audience joined in for the songs, A Little Help From My Friends, California Dreaming, and Can't Find My Way Home. One last thing, I was blown away by the singing of Culynn Murdock, when she knocked "You May Be The One" out of the park. Bravo, Culynn! A big thank you to Shannon Lugannani and the staff at Sabrosa for making us feel so welcome. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/98b7f390469bc54c57010aace526d43df3c4b2d3/original/img-1324.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p> </p>
<p> </p>
<p>Setlist</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Diamond Filled Bouquet by Richard Schulman</p>
<p>Only Love Is Real by Richard Schulman</p>
<p>Harvest Moon</p>
<p>Time To Fly by Richard Schulman</p>
<p>Wandering In Neutral by Culynn Murdock</p>
<p>California Dreamin' </p>
<p>So Many Stars by Richard Schulman</p>
<p>Redemption by Richard Schulman</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Road Song by Tony Sheppard</p>
<p>Crazy Movie by Richard Schulman</p>
<p>Machiavelli’s Daughter by Richard Schulman</p>
<p>Norwegian Wood </p>
<p>Dolphin by Jeff Hocker</p>
<p>Rikki Don’t Lose That Number </p>
<p>12 Years Later by Richard Schulman</p>
<p>Two Insomnias by Richard Schulman</p>
<p> </p>
<p>You May Be The One by Richard Schulman and Tony Sheppard</p>
<p>With A Little Help From My Friends </p>
<p>Can’t Find My Way Home </p>
<p>Goodbye Forever by Pamela Clements</p>
<p>Walkin’ Down The Road by Richard Schulman</p>
<p>Last Dance With Mary Jane </p>
<p>Suggestion By Echo by Richard Schulman</p>
<p>Secret Agent Man</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/51861682018-04-17T08:56:52-04:002018-04-17T08:56:52-04:00Dreamwalkers Return To Sabrosa; Dr Dreamwalker Returns From Music City<p>Dreamwalkers Band is returning to Sabrosa on Thursday, April 19 @ 8 PM. We always have fun there, the people are great, and the food is terrific. We would love to see you. </p>
<p>I spent a weekend in Nashville, Tennessee, and I was impressed by the number of music venues. There are no waiters in Nashville, only songwriters. My visit was enhanced by a trip to Gruhn Guitars, a legendary guitar store. It did not disappoint. There were so many classic guitars and other stringed instruments. I would have loved to bring home the Martin D-21 that got me hot and bothered in 1972, but alas, once again, it was too speedy to buy.</p>
<p>Hope to see everyone on Thursday.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/0465c7e5061d989d1f476fcf25439b4301eae1cd/original/img-1217.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/219508a896ac9a315c23036cde790cc74000692e/original/img-1212.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/74d187468f4e85709849e51f5e6670f6f87020aa/original/img-1211.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br> </p>
<p> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/51723512018-04-09T16:09:02-04:002018-04-09T16:09:02-04:00Guitar Heaven Weekend<p>Hello to all my Dreamwalkers Family and Friends. . . I had an amazing experience over the past few days. I call it my Guitar Heaven Weekend. On Saturday, I got to rehearse with our own Tony Sheppard. Tony is a great player, teacher, and friend. He is lyrical, technically skilled, warm, and inventive as a player. I feel more confident in my own playing by just being in the same room with him. It is a great honor and privilege to playing alongside such a wonderful player. Saturday evening, Carla and I travelled to the Hideaway Cafe in St. Petersburg to see our friend, Shaun Hopper. Shaun is a virtuoso player, comfortable in so many styles, especially the Chet Atkins style, and a great songwriter as well. What a treat to sit up close and watch him in a small club, playing what he wants and having fun with it. It's always fun to see Shaun and we do it often. Finally, on Sunday, Carla and I journeyed to Orlando to see Tommy Emmanuel. We got a chance to meet him and he graciously signed my guitar and gave me a set of strings he thought would work well with it. We also spoke about the Guitars 4 Vets program and he told the crowd about it during the show. He was brilliant, inspiring, funny, warm, tender, and electrifying. Live music is very healing especially when played by such great players as Tony Sheppard, Shaun Hopper, and the master, Tommy Emmanuel.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/c9ddac0faff967ab40e81ebd0f93c22cd3a11bd4/original/fullsizeoutput-786d.jpeg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Tony Sheppard</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/676c8a821a71903b25cb6ddcf7a731e5e9b12f5e/original/fullsizeoutput-7ec0.jpeg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Shaun Hopper</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/a7ba05efd212dec92a8cdab4d1fc473e971bbefd/original/fullsizeoutput-7e9e.jpeg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Tommy Emmanuel</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/51702412018-04-08T01:45:26-04:002018-04-08T01:45:26-04:00Dreamwalkers: Herding Cats<p>All members of our Dreamwalkers Band have busy lives. Tony and JD play in other bands and hold down their daily jobs. The rest of us either have jobs or businesses as well as other projects we find demanding. For example, Jeff is a master woodworker among his many other interests and talents as well as having a thriving body work practice. My psychotherapy practice keeps me on my toes, and I have several writing projects I'm working on. So, it is a little like herding cats to get us all in the same room at the same time to rehearse. However, it's worth it. The band is jelling, learning, and playing better. We are preparing for our April 19 gig at Sabrosa, and the rehearsal was great fun and very productive. Some of the songs are in the bank. The newer ones need to be played more, but are sounding better and better. I'm enjoying the harmonies with Culynn and Pam tremendously as well as their original material. I'm exploring the world of pedals with Tony and we are coming up with some cool and interesting sounds. Hope to see our Dreamwalkers Family and Friends on April 19.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/b70bf19ae8bcfdd69058071b5e812a5394ba9394/original/i-love-my-guitar-da-vinci.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/51585592018-03-31T23:22:18-04:002018-03-31T23:22:18-04:00Dreamwalkers Work The Details<p>Hello my Dreamwalkers family and friends. The band is working hard to prepare for our April 19 gig at Sabrosa. Most of the songs are in good shape, which gives us the ability to fine tune the details. We worked on Rikki Don't Lose That Number, the Steely Dan favorite. Pam Clements is doing great with that one. The band engaged several of my original songs, Time To Fly, Machiavelli's Daughter, and Suggestion By Echo. I love Suggestion By Echo. I finally wrote a Rock and Roll Psychospiritual Anthem. Tony Sheppard had a wailing rock and roll guitar on that one. Another cover song, Something In the Air is sounding great as well. We had the chance to work on two Jeff Hocker tunes, Dolphin and Flow. Great stuff. Jeff and JD made some great suggestions to arrange the songs. We always play Crazy Movie, cause after all, our lives are a Crazy Movie. See you on April 19.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/53c5f15cd849b71fc65af3d4ebf966ce32f92852/original/dsc02847.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/51535232018-03-29T00:57:53-04:002018-03-29T00:57:53-04:00Dreamwalkers Invited Back to Sabrosa<p>Dreamwalkers band was invited to return to Sabrosa to play on Thursday, April 19. See you then. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/29011e96d878a5ca1cd65aa43c85cbb838290ac4/original/luke-guitar.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/51452262018-03-23T23:20:33-04:002018-03-23T23:20:34-04:00Dreamwalkers at Sabrosa<p>Dreamwalkers had another fun night playing at Sabrosa. We were very encouraged to see many of our Dreamwalkers Family and Friends join us for the evening. I was especially happy to get feedback from some of our musician friends in the crowd. We enjoyed friend Bart Dellarmi sitting in on bass for Crazy Movie and Don't Let It Bring You Down. The new songs by Culynn Murdock, Pamela Clemens and myself were well received. The band is working hard to move to a higher level. See you all next time.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/f2e4422940a79d69853933f41d0c97af6cae5bee/original/fullsizeoutput-7e0e.jpeg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/51391932018-03-21T00:42:39-04:002022-03-23T15:52:46-04:00Guitars4Vets<p>Many of my friends know of my love for music and obsession with guitars. I have become aware of a great organization: Guitars4vets. "We enhance the lives of ailing and injured military Veterans by providing them with guitars and music instruction. Through self-expression and the healing power of music, it is our intent to restore the feelings of joy and purpose that can be lost after suffering trauma."</p>
<p>All G4V lessons and guitars are provided to the Veterans free of charge. Demand for the G4V (www.gutiars4vets.org) program continues to rise and though virtually all resources go directly into programming and guitars, we sadly cannot help every qualified applicant because funding is limited. Together, we can bring more lessons and guitars to our Vets with donations of money, guitars and related gear. By donating $200, in lieu of giving a guitar, you can send one Veteran through the G4V program and enable us to continue sharing the healing power of music.</p>
<p>Later in the day Carla Henshaw and I met with Chuck Holloway, Coordinator for the guitars4vets program Bay Pines VA chapter in St. Petersburg, Florida. I presented him with these two guitars to help launch the program there. If you have a guitar that you would like to donate to help a Vet have a more beautiful life please contact me and I will connect you.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/9826d2ce547998d13ea1cebb8d0915d076c7df7f/original/fullsizeoutput-7db8.jpeg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/43d027cc9e9a2f95f4ed88c76afd80759ec77f22/original/fullsizeoutput-7dc7.jpeg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br>Photos by Carla Henshaw</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/51351472018-03-18T22:06:02-04:002018-03-20T09:12:12-04:00Dreamwalkers Pre-Show Run Through<p>Sunday afternoon, Dreamwalkers went through our entire setlist, preparing for our performance on Thursday, March 22 at Sabrosa. I must admit, I really love playing with our band. The mix of styles means there are a lot of musical surprises, and the creativity and originality of our songs is impressive. I'm enjoying singing with our Celestial Singers, Pam Clements and Culynn Murdock. Harmonies create an almost hypnotic effect and we do a lot of harmonies. Tony Sheppard's lead guitar was confident and lyrical today, and will be ready to ignite for the show. My feeling was the rhythm section of Jeff Hocker and Jeff Dillon was having fun, and moving the songs along. We are ready to play, and I'm certain that as John Lennon once said, "A pleasant time is guaranteed for all." We'd love to see our Dreamwalkers Family come out on Thursday evening. </p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/6041954e92331952acb2644bb21dff1ff971ea8e/original/fullsizeoutput-7d80.jpeg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Post Rehearsal: The Celestial Singers had already left, but it was so nice out, I wanted to get a photo. </p>
<p>Thanks to Lynn Hocker for the photograph </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/51330852018-03-16T23:15:41-04:002018-03-17T17:37:22-04:00Dreamwalkers Local Music Excursion<p>The Wave (Jeff Hocker), Carla Henshaw, and Dr Dreamwalker went to JDubs Brewing Company to see virtuoso guitarist and good friend, Shaun Hopper perform with Michael Nichols this evening. Of course, Shaun is always on a quest for knowledge, so he, Jeff and Carla had a lively discussion regarding the healing arts. He managed to play some beautiful original songs for us. I love going to the local places to hear music because sometimes you get to listen to a world class guitar player like Shaun Hopper.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/fa8c9683251ba094e4fa15fb2d575f18f7829782/original/fullsizeoutput-7d56.jpeg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /> Photo by Carla Henshaw<br><br><br> </p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/51231232018-03-12T00:57:59-04:002018-03-12T01:19:11-04:00Dreamwalkers: Prepping New Songs For Performance<p>Hello Dreamwalkers Family, Dreamwalkers rehearsed Sunday afternoon with a focus on preparing three new songs and two new arrangements to our set list. Our Celestial Singers, Culynn Murdock and Pam Clements were featured. Culynn's original song, "Wandering In Neutral," received attention to details, and is emerging as a very cool song that the band enjoys, and we think our Dreamwalkers Family will love it as well. Pam's original song, "Goodbye Forever," was massaged into performance shape. We also practiced her arrangement of the Dr Dreamwalker composition, "So Many Stars." I feel very heartened by the energy Pam is putting into these efforts. Then we worked on the song, "You May Be The One," a composition written by Tony Sheppard and myself. I personally love this one, as the words just seemed to fall from the sky once I got started writing the lyrics. Culynn sings the lead and moves the song into a higher stratosphere than I had envisioned in the original demo. My own composition, "Suggestion By Echo," has turned into quite a rocker, with the Celestial Singers joining me for three part harmony. When we do a cover, we like to make it our own, and "Can't Find My Way Home" has become one of ours. Pam, Culynn, and myself had so much fun singing the song. I am grateful for the input from Tony, JD, and Jeff. Each brings enormous expertise and experience in music as well as the courage of creativity. It takes a lot to bare one's soul and bring a song to life, so I'm very proud of our group as we explore the mystery of our own creative spirits, and bring those musical ideas to you. See you at Sabrosa, Thursday, March 22 @ 8 PM.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/b0a911ca7959b2a9a2c801f1d7c401068557dc12/original/dsc02769.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/10880d4579f9237b409b7bf2f013f056fe07acfe/original/image-2-27-18-at-8-54-pm.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/51107322018-03-04T17:41:02-05:002018-03-04T18:18:40-05:00Dreamwalkers: Original Band, Original Music<p>Hey Dreamwalkers Family. . . We had a great rehearsal today, made even more special by the inclusion of new terrific original songs. Culynn Murdock brought her "Wandering in Neutral" a very cool vibe reminiscent of Joni Mitchell's explorations into jazzy material. I loved it. Pam Clements taught us her original song, "Goodbye Forever," a great funky tune with a punch. According to my ears, she wrote a winner. The third original song is my "Suggestion By Echo," inspired by the writing of Indian mystic, Sri Aurobindo. Suggestion is psychospiritual Rock and Roll, ("Love, Love, Love"). Who said spirituality had to be serious? We continue to explore Jeff Hocker's two instrumental efforts, "Dolphin" and "Flow". Original songs from band members are very different stylistically, but all seem to fit together, because we dig each other's music and strongly support each other's creative efforts. Our band's motto is "Original Band, Original Music." We are having such great fun with the music and invite you to join us.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/268490/53c5f15cd849b71fc65af3d4ebf966ce32f92852/original/dsc02847.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/50989152018-02-25T23:58:08-05:002018-02-26T00:09:41-05:00Dreamwalkers: Sunday Afternoon Rehearsal<p>Good evening, Dreamwalkers Family. Dreamwalkers band had a terrific rehearsal on Sunday afternoon. I was impressed with our Celestial Singers, Pam Clements and Culynn Murdoch, who are crafting beautiful vocals for our original songs. Pam is singing lead on So Many Stars, written by me, and Culynn is singing on You May Be The One, written by Tony Sheppard and myself. We also worked on arrangements for cover songs, Rikki Don't Lose That Number, and Can't Find My Way Home. I'm sure people will enjoy our versions of these great songs. We are working on harmonies for many of our songs because they sound great and are so much fun to sing. Jeff Hocker's Dolphin is being reworked with me on rhythm guitar to help create space for Jeff's bass solo and Tony's lead guitar. Jeff Dillon, the heartbeat of the band, is the band member we all rely upon for the foundation of our sound. Kudos to JD. We are ready to play out again, and are actively looking for places to play. Hope we will see you soon.</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkerstag:dreamwalkersband.com,2005:Post/50907912018-02-21T03:43:14-05:002018-03-07T23:58:47-05:00Dreams Manifesting In the Material World<p>Dreamwalkers Band is making it's way manifesting my dream into the material world. Here are the ingredients. . . </p>
<p>1. The Rhythm Section: The two Jeff's, Jeff Dillon and Jeff Hocker have an uncanny simpatico, an intuitive feel for each other, giving us a powerful foundation</p>
<p>2. The lead guitar: Tony Sheppard's leads are as brilliant as they are heartfelt. Dreamwalkers is his coming out party.</p>
<p>3. Celestial Singers: Pam Clements and Culynn Murdoch provide the voices for three part harmonies which are uncanny sweet and hypnotic</p>
<p>4. Strong Original Material: My songs speak many psychological truths, and are catchy tunes. New songs from Jeff, Tony, Culynn, and Pam are being unveiled. </p>
<p>Dreamwalkers. . . I'm proud to say I'm in this band</p>
<p>Peace,</p>
<p>Dr Dreamwalker</p>Dreamwalkers