Greetings to all Dreamwalkers out there,

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Peace,

Dr Dreamwalker 

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).