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Denial? Nah!

Thursday, January 14th, 2010

Can’t believe I’ve waited this long to write my first blog post of 2010! I guess I’ve been in denial about the decade coming to an end. As Dave Matthews said, “so much to say …”
Many of you know I’ve been working on my next studio album “Year Of The Ox” for some time – two years to be exact – and it’s almost done. Soon you’ll start seeing signs of completion, like new web elements and logo design. I’ve decided to give everything a facelift! Updates are appropriate as the century moves on to it’s pre-teen phase.
I’m really exited, perhaps more than Axl Rose was about “Chinese Democracy,” because I’ve been playing some of the tunes for a long time already and they’re crowd favorites! The rest of the album rocks too, so the prospect of sharing this brainchild with you all makes me giddy. Yes, giddy. You know what that feels like, don’t deny it! :P

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TMJ album is done!

Wednesday, November 4th, 2009

The Moody Jews‘ debut album is finally done! MP3s will be posted ASAP!
Begun on January 4th with engineer Paul Lynch, TMJ set out to record our 5 best songs. Written by Cantor Steve Hevenstone, they are a blend of classic Rock, World beats, traditional Hebrew verse and more … I’m very excited that TMJ can finally share its sounds with fans outside of live performances. ~Nick

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Flying V reborn!

Tuesday, August 4th, 2009

All y’all who’ve been with me over the years know that I own a Harmony “flying V” guitar.  Perhaps you seen it at a show back in ‘07 or ‘08, and recall its dark brown appearance?  WELL we had to go and change that  :)

 

I began my custom paint job last Spring (’08) and happily sidelined it when Holland Guitars started creating by beloved Nessie!   I took a very involved role in the design and manufacture of Nessie, and did not want to be distracted by other axes.  Nessie was officially done on May 2nd – much to my delight – and since then I’ve been completing this V resurrection. 

 

Today I officially ended the paint job (i.e., convinced myself it was “done;” as you artists know a project is never really “done”)!  I’ve been spraying laquer on/off for the past 6 hours and will soon begin the drying period, a.k.a. “hurry up and wait!!!”  Here are some photos:

An actual "Flying V!"

An actual "Flying V!"

 Body Shot. Norse dragons, representing water (L) and sky (R).

Body Shot. Norse dragons, representing water (L) and sky (R).

the water dragon, Wurm 

Würm, the water dragon.

Fafnir, the sky dragon. 

Fafnir, the sky dragon.

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Mudcatz Recap #2

Thursday, July 30th, 2009

Another successful jam at Mudcatz!. Thanks to everyone who came out and played, and to those who supported the players. My favorite songs of the night were “Whipping Post,” “Mr. PC” and “Shotgun!”

The latter sounded dead-on too, thanks to the horns of Earl Williams and Tim Fash. We even had some couples on the dance floor! I can’t wait for next Wednesday :)

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NEws from Holland: pickups for Frank’s bass

Wednesday, July 29th, 2009

We’re excited to announce the latest project at Holland Guitars: hand-wound pickups for Frank’s Fender J-bass!

After years of being his back-up axe, Frank’s J-bass is only days away from becoming número UNO. The new neck and bridge pickups were hand-wound according to vintage Fender specs, and are currently being wax potted! They should be ready by Friday for a weekend of gig exploration :)

the bridge pickup was wound 9200 times!

this beauty is about to be wax-potted

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Amelia Island!

Wednesday, July 29th, 2009

The creative process needs room to breathe, and minds need space to think … That was my logic behind this past weekend on Amelia Island :)

Located just below the GA border, this lovely Atlantic escape proved perfect for relaxing and regrouping. I returned home with a refreshed outlook and a plethora of ideas. Muchos gracias to the Land family for the use of their beautiful condo.

Activities included swimming and floating in the ocean, playing Rummy under a monsterous umbrella, and my first-ever game of tennis! (incidentally, I still prefer raquetball). I visited the Fernandina Publix, but otherwise kept to the beach and condo. “Homecooked” meals and quality time with the family are often my favorite activities on vacation.

panoramic of the dining room

Nessie was very comfortable

view from the back patio - see the ocean?

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Mudcatz #1 Recap

Thursday, July 23rd, 2009

Well, our first night at Mudcatz was a huge success! We had easily over 100 people turnout, probably closer to 200. Amazing players, too. I was very pleased to say the least, and found myself grinning ear to ear throughout the evening.

Jazz and Blues licks filled the air. Saxophones, harmonicas, guitars and bassists, organists, it was a blast. Super thanks to Shari O’Hallaran and her staff for supporting us – that’d be myself (Nick), Barry Richman, and The Alternators band!

Big thanks also goes out to Joel Edwards, Mark Bond, Earl Williams, Tim Fash, Randy and all the other amazing players who joined us for the first of many jams at Mudcatz!

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WRFG interview!

Thursday, June 25th, 2009

It was a real pleasure appearing on WRFG FM with early morning host Marian Daigler. Not only is she a jem to talk with, but the audio quality of my in-studio performance was great! They really do a find job over at WRFG.

When I first arrived I didn’t know what to expect, as the station is housed inside an old school building. To be more specific, my interview was in the principal’s office! But I loved every minute of it. Even the waking-up-super-early part wasn’t so bad ;) . Thanks WRFG!

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Updated “Lyrics” page!

Saturday, May 9th, 2009

For the past 6-8 months, we’ve been playing a lot of new songs that have yet to be recorded. This is a common way to test a song on an audience before bringing it to the studio. After the success of last night and Thursday night’s shows, I’ve made my final modifications to these songs’ lyrics and structure, and am ready to post the “final version!” Check out the “Lyrics” page for the newest *official* additions to the songbook :p

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Daphne Blue is done!

Thursday, March 26th, 2009

Holland-modified Fender Daphne Blue Strat

Holland-modified Fender Daphne Blue Strat

Guess what?!? Luthier Jonathan Holland is done hot rodding the strat!  He did an amazing job too, its tone is killer.  From now on it’ll be known as a Holland “Hot Rod Mod,” retaining the factory Fender “Daphne Blue” paint job and body shape. New neck, custom Holland pickups and controls!

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In the Know

Wednesday, March 25th, 2009

I updated the Know page today, adding to the discography and “band alumni” sections. There’s still a few pics missing of ex bandmates but lots of fun stuff to explore! Like the addition of  an old album, “Sound Tracks & Trails.” This is a previously unreleased compilation of synth beats and rhythms back in 2005. It’s nothing I’d ever perform but, if you’re a DJ or club owner, or House music fan, you’ll enjoy :)    Check it out!

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