We're mid way through creating the record and one thing is for sure, we're going to be super proud of it! I'm SO blessed to be surrounded by a dream team of collaborators, co-producers, singers, rappers and musicians. We're nestled away in the woods of British Columbia at the amazing Baker Studio's.
The two dogs, Luke and Layla, are so much fun to have around as studio rats. They're hilarious!
This album finally relefects the sound I've been developing over the last decade comprising a mix of electro-house beats, disco sounds and classic songwriting.
We will be dropping the followup single to Electrolove to Canadian radio very soon. Electrolove is still doing well at radio, so if you feel so inclined as to request it, then go for it;)
We've been working right through the holiday season on the full length album. We're very very excited about the results thus far. We will be giving you a sample very soon.
VANCOUVER – Don Miguel Ruiz, bestselling author of The Four Agreements, Shaman and Toltec Master, along with musical guest Kuba Oms, live on stage November 19th, 2011 at Unity of Vancouver.
In the tradition of the Toltec, a Nagual (shaman) guides an individual to personal freedom. After exploring the human mind from a Toltec as well as scientific perspective, Don Miguel has combined old wisdom with modern insights and created a new message for all mankind, based in truth and common sense. He has dedicated his life to sharing this new message through practical concepts that promote transformation. His message is simple and when implemented, even incrementally, changes lives.
One year ago he had a heart transplant. Don Miguel has truly been reborn. A profound metaphor for the change and rebirth that human beings must undergo in order to adapt and thrive. For Don Miguel this is a new beginning and with deep gratitude and generosity he is passionate to share his message with us in Vancouver.
Earlier this year, local singer-songwriter and producer, Kuba Oms, was on a spiritual quest when he met Don Miguel Ruiz. The connection was instantaneous and they have since decided to collaborate on a song together. Don Miguel's words and Kuba's music. They're bound to create a soulful sound inspired by teachings from the heart ~ his new heart no less;). Kuba's new single Electrolove, is currently #16 on the Canadian AC charts!
Don Miguel is highly respected throughout the world. He has received numerous recognition, including a U.S. challenge coin engraved with the Four Agreements, and he is regularly referenced as a National Heirloom of Mexico. The Four Agreements, Published in 1997; was a New York Times best seller for more than 7 years. Other books have followed; The Mastery of Love; The Voice of Knowledge, Prayers, Beyond Fear and The Fifth Agreement, a collaboration with his son Don Jose. All of his books are international best sellers.
Well, festival season is wrapping up for us soon here on the west coast. We had a ball at the Big Time Out last Friday (photo) playing with Bedouin Soundclash, Dub FX, Oka, Kim Mitchell and others. This Friday we'll be playing a private show for the early bird campers at Live At Squamish ~ this is going to be a blast!
Over the past couple of weeks I've criss-crossed Canada meeting with the programmers of radio stations. So many great peeps I've met in the radio game. As I've mentioned before, radio people are so sweet as they seem to be in the music game because they truly love music!
We're pre-production for the full length album. These tunes traslate oh so very well into the live shows. We're all about getting on the road and comeing to your home town.
We're excited to be playng Rifflandia on Sept. 25th with Gomez, Blackilicious, De La Soul and Daniel wesley.
