End of Summer

As summer grows closer to an end, so do the sessions for this album. Paul has maybe one more session left in him, and the vocals should be complete. Mike has been working hard the last few weeks to finish his guitar work. He may need a couple more sessions to polish up the hooks, but he's almost there. Eric needs a few appearances to finish his contributions and then only the final touches of mixing and mastering remain. No promises, but...the album should be ready by the end of October, or Thanksgiving at the latest. Please stay tuned for release and promotional details for the whole 2 of you who read this blog. If there are more of you out there, forgive my ignorance and make yourself known. There may be free merchandise in it for you. Either way, much love and thanks for all the support.

'Holy October' Sessions Continue

Paul just left a successful vocal session. We captured vocal tracks for Anatomy of a Shadow, Crow, and Eternal Slumber. I'm very pleased with the outcome. We're down to about 3 or 4 more songs that are void of vocals. In another session or two, we should have those knocked out and then we'll be ready for semi-finishing touches.

Mike and Eric still need to get in to complete their remaining lead guitar work. I should be able to accomplish that in the next few months. And then the mysterious figure who will contribute bass must emerge in time for fall. Our October goal is an attainable one still at this point.

Although Paul looks only 4'9" in this photo, I assure you, he's a vocal giant. More to come, including free promotional stuff so start following the blog or send us an email at Rochambeaux@gmail.com and ask to be on our mailing list. In the meantime, have a good summer.

Time to record again

Well friends, its time to record more music for Rochambeaux. I will be going down for a quick trip this Friday to work on Anatomy of a Shadow, Crow, and perhaps others.

Latest Session

Paul did come down for an afternoon/evening session and he didn't disappoint. Very good vocal takes of about 3 songs were captured. We still have a long way to go but I think we'll get there on time or shortly thereafter. Hopefully Paul can come back soon when he's ready to lace a few more tracks. Until then, we'll keep working on polishing the rest of the music like some refugee child shining shoes at an airport.

One Week Away

Next weekend I come to have some fun and throw down some new melodies. Looks like Mr Funtime (Be De Le De Le De) will get worked on as well as Holy October getting spiffed up plus some other favorites. I'll get to hear what Mr Dhu laid down, which will be a treat.
Hopefully we will be able to get some footage up of my visit as well.

Reunion with Dhu

Ryan Dhu, a guitarist and friend from our pre-Rochambeaux days, stopped in after 15 years and laid some tracks on songs he helped write so long ago. The Lonely One, Eternal Slumber, and Crow, although written approximatley 16 years ago, will all appear in their new, polished, yet true to form state, on the new album. Hopefully Ryan can continue to contribute in the future, but either way, it was great having him add to these vintage classics that most of the world has never heard. October should change that.

A Halo Needs a Pitchfork

Are most contributing members of society aware of the fact that there are multitudes of succubi out there counteracting our noble efforts, or do we consciously disregard this troubling truth? Sometimes it's easier not knowing that there are people out there who offer nothing and take everything. I on the otherhand feel fortunate that I get to meet these people as a part of my work outside of music. These encounters make me realize the real value of good people in contrast to the bad. I'm not sure the blissfully ignorant people fully appreciate the difference since they typically don't see both sides. So my thesis is this. If you want to truly appreciate something, go study its opposite.