I got a great start on the CD, in Nashville, at the Power Diamond Studio. Through the course of events, the studio closed and Jim and Matt Casey (the owners and engineers) moved to Nebraska. That left me looking for a place to finish the CD. All the rhythm tracks (bass, drums, piano, scratch guitar and vocal) were completed when all this happened. I started in Memphis, looked in Little Rock, and ended up in Fayetteville, Arkansas at Crisp Recording. Darren Crisp had everything we needed to switch the tracks from the format we used in Nashville (ADAT) to the system Darren had in Fayetteville (Pro-Tools). Most studios were not too anxious to work on a project that was started elsewhere. That, along with the fact that most of the musicians I wanted to use on the CD lived in Fayetteville, made this was my best option. As it turned out, Darren was a Godsend. He brought to the table, a positive energy, enthusiasm, and knowledge…not to mention the best equipment I have ever recorded on. His mixing and mastering went far beyond any expectations I had about the sound of the project. He has set a new standard for the quality I want from now on. Thank you Darren.

My good friend, Tom Hibdon, did all the photos for the CD. David Tucker did “his thing” on the design and graphics for the cover. I honestly think the cover will catch people’s attention, and hopefully, entice them to buy a copy. Well-done guys!

This CD is the essence of what I do live. Some may find a couple of the songs somewhat offensive, due to a few words of profanity. Please bear in mind that I am playing in bars with adult audiences who generally find this humorous. However, some may be offended. To you, I apologize. This is intended to be funny and lighthearted, and should be taken as it was meant to be, tongue and cheek. I am sincere about what I do, and at the same time realize that songs don’t always have to be so serious. I want to make people laugh, have a good time, and show my earnest side.

I am very proud of this project and hope you enjoy it and share it with your friends. I want people to enjoy this CD for years to come.

Sincerely,
Jim Mills
3-13-05