Album Notes

This cd is a continued quest of Michael and TJ's love
for various traditional cultural instruments and rhythms.
This project is a collaboration of songs which leads the listener
on a musical voyage to many cultural lands. From Lowry Gang's
typical American rock beat to Domus Iterum's upper
Mediterranean crossed with old Viking style rhythms.
From Caravan of Camels eastern African influence to
The Mirror's southern Asian and middle eastern flavors.
Joined with In the Distance's slight touch of Celtic
to Moonlight's classic rock, jazz and swing movements.
The Mirror is not only a collaboration between TJ and Michael's
writing and orchestration but also includes the heart
of the sound - the band. Marlatt - Searching Bear consists of the
talents of Lora Gray on vocals, Jen Richeson on violins and harmonies
and Jeff Brockett on guitars, many of whom have been touring with
Michael for years. It was only a matter of time before these talents
came together in the studio to create this wonderful sound.