I knew from the first few times I spoke with my friend Blake Tallent that we were kindred spirits of sorts and getting to know him over the years has only confirmed it. It was a really special experience to make this record and see all of these different songs, stories, and ideas finally materialize into what I've named 'Cosmic Cannon Fodder'. 

It's something I'm really proud of and I'm very impressed with so many aspects of it each time I listen. From the Mike 'Slomo' Brenner's incredible Pedal Steel and Dobor work, to Taylor Raynor's masterful string work and Bob Weston's steady hand on the Mastering. Blake's hands are all over the record. As a producer, a mix engineer, Drummer, Bassist, Keyboardist, face melting Guitar God, and an artistic friend who's opinion you hold high and trust. I hear new things to love in the folds of the recordings with each listen. I'm not usually the most overly braggadocious of bros, but I also often find a lot of things I did on this record to be very proud of. I'm very happy with my performances, my writing, and my improvement over the years of knowing when to trust someone else. 

At the very least, If you can appreciate the passion in your fellow humans that drives them to create and persevere, it's worth a listen.