The Progress

Paul came down this weekend and officially finished the vocals for the album.

Eric still needs another session or two to finish layering some leadwork and orchestral touches to the songs. Mike needs to come in and add just a thing or two, but he's essentially finished. After that, only mixing and mastering remains. So we're still on pace to finish around the time previously thought. Our goal, October 31st.

In an effort to bring this project to live audiences everywhere, we had what some may call our first rehearsal this weekend as well. Recently added drummer James Stephens will play with us live and will hopefully fill the role for the next album. It was fun, but I can't continue to play multiple instruments and keep my charming personality intact, especially not live. So it is with great contentment and faith in James that I hand this role over and look forward to playing only guitar.

Please stay in touch for future updates and of course the new album. It is imminent. Many wonderous sounds await you.

What up?

Hi everybody. I think for the next album we should do a song about the Mean Streets of Ahwatukee.

What do you think?

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.