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May/June 2003 News
Hey friends and loyal companions,
Hey folks,
First let me offer a sincere thank you for visiting the webpage. Let me encourage you to sign the guest book which will help in setting up for mass emailings. Jamey Crisler of the Alabama Blues Brothers has done an outstanding job setting up this project. Be sure and check out their link. Jamey possesses a great talent and I am just thrilled to be working with such a class guy.
So far this year has been a filled with a lot of music and some exciting changes. Probably the biggest news is the unveiling of Jeff Cook and the Alabama Goodtime Band at Fan Appreciation Day in Gadsden. We had a wonderful night and met some great individuals from around the states and a GOODTIME was had by all!!!! Jeff is a true craftsman as a musician and entertainer and I am so honored to be playing in the AGB! Make it a point to check out Jeff’s website here on the links section. It’s a great website and you can find his recordings at the cyberstore. Also join his message board for news and info on Alabama concerts as well as what’s going on with Jeff Cook Enterprises.
Soul Society has been busy throughout the year playing mostly private and corporate functions. The band is comprised of Tony Williams on vocals, Hammond and keys, Tim Gray on vocals and bass, Charlie Thornton on vocals and guitar, Mike Shockey vocals and drums and Jim Nelson on sax and vocals. Jim is no stranger to the entertainment industry and one of the best saxophonists in the South. Keep an eye open for their upcoming website.
Soul Society has teamed up with the Alabama Blues Brothers for several shows and has put together a show that you do not want to miss. The Brothers have been great to work with and the big news is the two groups will be performing at Big Springs Jam, opening for Gary Lewis and The Playboys. The combined groups have a wonderful chemistry that is getting great response. Simply a must see show!!!!!
As always thanks so much for your continued support!!!!
Randall
July/August News
Hey friends and loyal companions,
Hope everybody has experienced a Great summer and has taken the time to vacation and relax a bit. I have been swamped performing the past few weeks and have simply had a blast. I did get to take a few days off for the 4th and traveled out to see a childhood friend who lives in Austin Texas. I simply love Texas and the lifestyle out there. I gained about seven pounds and filled my ears with some wonderful music. Coming back on the plane I noticed this guy sitting across the aisle and he looked very familiar. When we stopped in Nashville I asked him if his name was Mickey. He said yes and would you believe it was Willies Nelson’s harmonica player Mickey Rafael. He was such a pro to talk with. The following week was one I have not recovered from yet.
Soul Society played in Gulf Shores Alabama for the Alabama Oilmen’s Association Convention. We gave them a two and a half hour show and it was simply a night to remember. Our Lt. Governor was in attendance and the band was primed!!!!! One of our Best Shows ever!!! Jim, our fabulous sax-man, and I got up early the following morning and drove to Ft. Payne for a recording session with Jeff Cook and the AGB. The session turned out extremely well. Jim played the solo parts and I played alto sax on the project. I can’t wait to hear the final product. The song is AWESOME and entitled…………. I guess I had better not let the cat out of the bag. To get the inside scoop you need to check out Jeff’s website. On Thursday I had to drive back to Gulf Shores for another show with Soul Society at Perdido Beach. The show was for the Alabama District Attorney’s Association. That show was a sweet one! We kept them on the dance floor and the band really enjoyed intermingling with the people. A special thanks goes to Len Brooks for booking the band and to Brad Brooks for the excellent performance on bass. Brad has a great talent and his future in music is going to be a bright one indeed. Our last show was with the Alabama Blues Brothers in Anniston. As always their performance was outstanding!!!
I just ordered a steel guitar from Bobbe Seymour up in Nashville. I can honestly say he is one of the most intriguing individuals I have ever met. This “saucy” guy is a connoisseur of fine cars, airplanes and steel guitars and can talk to you about anything. As I was leaving a gentleman walked in and Bobbe said, “I want to introduce you to a true living legend……. The last surviving Drifting Cowboy…. Mr. Don Helms”. What a treat!!! We talked for nearly two hours about his playing days with the greats like Hank Williams Sr., E.T. and Ray Price. I can say he was the epitome of class and sincerity!
Finally I want to thank everybody for spreading the news about the web page. Also I want to send out a special thanks to all you members of the “Jeff Cook Message Board” for your posts. Each week the page will be updated, so who knows…. You may see your name in print. As always thank you for your support!!!
Randall
September News
Hello and Howdy to all!!!!
Well it has been a long time since the last update of "what's going on in my life". I have been saturated with my day job and have not had time to promote my passion of performing. When October gets here I should be able to get back to the stage on a regular basis and share the love with all of you music connoisseurs. So far this school year, I have been blessed to work with two excellent bands and a wonderful high school choir. The students I work with are a delight and have wonderful attitudes towards learning. Watching students set challenging goals and accomplishing them is a process that is a true joy to be a part of. When an educator has great students, wonderful parents, fabulous coworkers and a supportive administration, good things are bound to happen.
Thanks to all of you who have signed the guest book. I had a wonderful surprise not too long ago. One of my old friends from college, Rusty Banks, looked me up on the page and he is a composer/musician teaching at a college in Nebraska. He is a bright talented innovative composer in the music field who has a gleaming future ahead of him. One fine guitarist!!!! Also it was great to hear from one of my college instructors Dr. Meeks. He has been a great role model, both musically and intellectually. I consider him a great friend, even though he doesn't call me, check on me, or send me any email.
Last month I drove up to Nashville and picked up my steel guitar from Bobbe Seymour. The guitar is a Sho Bud super pro which is black and beautiful. The tone is simply outstanding. This steel guitar quest has been a great challenge for me and it is an instrument that I play for my enjoyment. Bobbe has a wealth of product information and is simply the best in the business when it comes to steel guitars.
I will be updating this link in a couple of weeks with a report of the South Carolina shows and Big Springs Jam. Now that things are slowing down I will have more opportunities to tweak the page. I will conclude with a quote from Bartles and James…."We thank you for your support".
Randall
October News
First let me offer a sincere thank you for visiting the webpage. Let me encourage you to sign the guest book which will help in setting up for mass emailings. Jamey Crisler of the Alabama Blues Brothers has done an outstanding job setting up this project. Be sure and check out their link. Jamey possesses a great talent and I am just thrilled to be working with such a class guy.
So far this year has been a filled with a lot of music and some exciting changes. Probably the biggest news is the unveiling of Jeff Cook and the Alabama Goodtime Band at Fan Appreciation Day in Gadsden. We had a wonderful night and met some great individuals from around the states and a GOODTIME was had by all!!!! Jeff is a true craftsman as a musician and entertainer and I am so honored to be playing in the AGB! Make it a point to check out Jeff’s website here on the links section. It’s a great website and you can find his recordings at the cyberstore. Also join his message board for news and info on Alabama concerts as well as what’s going on with Jeff Cook Enterprises.
Soul Society has been busy throughout the year playing mostly private and corporate functions. The band is comprised of Tony Williams on vocals, Hammond and keys, Tim Gray on vocals and bass, Charlie Thornton on vocals and guitar, Mike Shockey vocals and drums and Jim Nelson on sax and vocals. Jim is no stranger to the entertainment industry and one of the best saxophonists in the South. Keep an eye open for their upcoming website.
Soul Society has teamed up with the Alabama Blues Brothers for several shows and has put together a show that you do not want to miss. The Brothers have been great to work with and the big news is the two groups will be performing at Big Springs Jam, opening for Gary Lewis and The Playboys. The combined groups have a wonderful chemistry that is getting great response. Simply a must see show!!!!!
As always thanks so much for your continued support!!!!
Randall
July/August News
Hey friends and loyal companions,
Hope everybody has experienced a Great summer and has taken the time to vacation and relax a bit. I have been swamped performing the past few weeks and have simply had a blast. I did get to take a few days off for the 4th and traveled out to see a childhood friend who lives in Austin Texas. I simply love Texas and the lifestyle out there. I gained about seven pounds and filled my ears with some wonderful music. Coming back on the plane I noticed this guy sitting across the aisle and he looked very familiar. When we stopped in Nashville I asked him if his name was Mickey. He said yes and would you believe it was Willies Nelson’s harmonica player Mickey Rafael. He was such a pro to talk with. The following week was one I have not recovered from yet.
Soul Society played in Gulf Shores Alabama for the Alabama Oilmen’s Association Convention. We gave them a two and a half hour show and it was simply a night to remember. Our Lt. Governor was in attendance and the band was primed!!!!! One of our Best Shows ever!!! Jim, our fabulous sax-man, and I got up early the following morning and drove to Ft. Payne for a recording session with Jeff Cook and the AGB. The session turned out extremely well. Jim played the solo parts and I played alto sax on the project. I can’t wait to hear the final product. The song is AWESOME and entitled…………. I guess I had better not let the cat out of the bag. To get the inside scoop you need to check out Jeff’s website. On Thursday I had to drive back to Gulf Shores for another show with Soul Society at Perdido Beach. The show was for the Alabama District Attorney’s Association. That show was a sweet one! We kept them on the dance floor and the band really enjoyed intermingling with the people. A special thanks goes to Len Brooks for booking the band and to Brad Brooks for the excellent performance on bass. Brad has a great talent and his future in music is going to be a bright one indeed. Our last show was with the Alabama Blues Brothers in Anniston. As always their performance was outstanding!!!
I just ordered a steel guitar from Bobbe Seymour up in Nashville. I can honestly say he is one of the most intriguing individuals I have ever met. This “saucy” guy is a connoisseur of fine cars, airplanes and steel guitars and can talk to you about anything. As I was leaving a gentleman walked in and Bobbe said, “I want to introduce you to a true living legend……. The last surviving Drifting Cowboy…. Mr. Don Helms”. What a treat!!! We talked for nearly two hours about his playing days with the greats like Hank Williams Sr., E.T. and Ray Price. I can say he was the epitome of class and sincerity!
Finally I want to thank everybody for spreading the news about the web page. Also I want to send out a special thanks to all you members of the “Jeff Cook Message Board” for your posts. Each week the page will be updated, so who knows…. You may see your name in print. As always thank you for your support!!!
Randall
September News
Hello and Howdy to all!!!!
Well it has been a long time since the last update of "what's going on in my life". I have been saturated with my day job and have not had time to promote my passion of performing. When October gets here I should be able to get back to the stage on a regular basis and share the love with all of you music connoisseurs. So far this school year, I have been blessed to work with two excellent bands and a wonderful high school choir. The students I work with are a delight and have wonderful attitudes towards learning. Watching students set challenging goals and accomplishing them is a process that is a true joy to be a part of. When an educator has great students, wonderful parents, fabulous coworkers and a supportive administration, good things are bound to happen.
Thanks to all of you who have signed the guest book. I had a wonderful surprise not too long ago. One of my old friends from college, Rusty Banks, looked me up on the page and he is a composer/musician teaching at a college in Nebraska. He is a bright talented innovative composer in the music field who has a gleaming future ahead of him. One fine guitarist!!!! Also it was great to hear from one of my college instructors Dr. Meeks. He has been a great role model, both musically and intellectually. I consider him a great friend, even though he doesn't call me, check on me, or send me any email.
Last month I drove up to Nashville and picked up my steel guitar from Bobbe Seymour. The guitar is a Sho Bud super pro which is black and beautiful. The tone is simply outstanding. This steel guitar quest has been a great challenge for me and it is an instrument that I play for my enjoyment. Bobbe has a wealth of product information and is simply the best in the business when it comes to steel guitars.
I will be updating this link in a couple of weeks with a report of the South Carolina shows and Big Springs Jam. Now that things are slowing down I will have more opportunities to tweak the page. I will conclude with a quote from Bartles and James…."We thank you for your support".
Randall
October News
Hello news seekers!!!!!!!!!
Well it is time to give a report of the fabulous shows I was fortunate enough to be a part of in September and October. On September 27th I played with the Alabama Blues Brothers at Big Spring Jam in Huntsville and it was a show to remember. We opened for Gary Lewis and The Playboys and Mark Lindsay of Paul Revere and the Raiders. I got to spend a little time with Gary and he is one of the most genuine individuals I have ever met. I can say the epitome of class. Mark was very nice as well but I did not get to spend as much time with him as I would have liked to due to playing another show at Humphries in Huntsville. That show was splendid as well. The Brothers really worked the crowd and performed the event like the professionals they are!
The following weekend Soul Society and the Alabama Blues Brothers were booked in Ridgeland SC. Our keyboard player Tony asked the band to drop by the rehearsal hall and check out the new horns he had just purchased. Little did we know that the horns were sitting on top of a forty-foot bus. Now friends and neighbors this bus is not your ordinary bus, unless ordinary busses have leather interior, and marble floors. We departed at 10:30 on Friday night and arrived in Ridgeland around 8:30 Saturday morning. Both Soul Society and The Brothers had an outstanding time on and off the stage. The accommodations and hospitality were simply wonderful and the people were so nice!!!! I would like to extend a special thanks to the event coordinator Paulette Masters for your hard work and dedication throughout the weekend. She is one of the sweetest and most professional individuals you will ever meet. I will sum up the trip by saying the shows were very successful and I cannot wait to head back to Ridgeland South Carolina, especially if we are traveling in that "condominium on wheels".
Be sure to check the news often during November. Soul Society is planning on making a major announcement about an important concert coming up in 2004. As always thanks for visiting the web page and for your support. Be sure and be safe and let's not forget to thank a Veteran!!!!!
R
November News
Hello news seekers!!!!!!!!!
Well I can say just when I think things are slowing down the turbo boosters kick in. The trip to New York was simply splendid. We marched in the Veteran's Day Parade and the spectators were so enthusiastic and kind with their cheers of welcome. New York is such a fast paced town and we certainly hit the town with a zest for experience. We visited Times Square, The Empire State Building, Ground Zero, took a boat tour, New York University, China Town and watched Phantom of The Opera. The highlight of my trip was getting my picture made with Rupert from The Late Show with David Letterman. It goes without saying I had a wonderful time. Our chief band director, Garry Taylor, organized the trip and it was probably the best trip with the band I have ever encountered!!!!!! Everything that Garry organizes and implements is truly a work of art. His experience and expertise are invaluable to the program. He certainly has taught me so much in regards to music and being a better person.
We returned early Friday morning with only two hours sleep. When I got home I slept another 2 hours and headed up to Murfreesboro TN. My long time friend Bart Busch invited me to come play at his church. Now it has been said that Bart and I can have fun at a funeral and we certainly had a great time playing that evening. I need to tell you about this special guy. He is one talented young man who has a voice that soars like an eagle. Also his ear is golden and is one of Nashville's finest studio engineers. He has worked with numerous artists and is one of the finest individuals you will ever meet. Bart always brings out the best in me and I so love him dearly for putting up with me all these years. We played some old gospel bluegrass tunes for the Senior Sunday School Class and laughed and fellowshipped all evening. I really look forward to playing for those fine people. They welcome you with open arms and the love they all share is so genuine and true.
Wednesday night before Thanksgiving I sat in with my buddies Rolling in the Hay. I can honestly say they are one of my favorite bands of all time!!!!! Their energy and musical proficiency is totally pristine. If you have not experienced on of their shows, do yourself a favor and get a dose of Hay. As for the wonderful Thanksgiving Holiday, I got to spend it with my family that morning and that night I drove over to Ft. Payne to spend it with Jeff at the Castle. I got to see some old friends and meet some new faces. We had a blast and I felt so thankful and blessed to experience such a wonderful day.
The next few weeks are going to kill me or make me a better person. I have four concerts, a ton of rehearsals and a trip to Chicago planned before Christmas but I will save the best news for last.
After years of repetitive requests Soul Society is going to produce a live recording early 2004 at Workplay Theatre in Birmingham. I can't begin to express how excited I am about this show. This has been a dream of mine through the years and the excitement is rampant. Please keep a close check on the website for more information on this great event. The evening is going to be a celebration and we are doing this for all of our wonderful fans and supporters. We certainly want everyone to share this wonderful evening we us and be a part of something so special to each of us.
Have a wonderful holiday season and always know that I appreciate each and everyone of you.
Randall
December News
Hey ya’ll
First allow me to wish everyone a wonderful 2004. Each year is filled with resolutions, dreams and objectives. This year a dream is finally coming true. As mentioned in the earlier news post, Soul Society is recording a live performance and DVD, which will be February 20, at Workplay Theatre in Birmingham. Soul Society has wanted to present a concert of this nature for a long time, but due to overwhelming costs and time constraints a show has not been feasible. After careful planning and tight budgeting we are so happy to be presenting this wonderful evening to you all. There are two primary reasons for doing this project. First, our band has received numerous requests for us to record a cd. My favorite recordings have always been live performances, because of the intangible driving energy and the preservation of electricity and emotions experienced by the musicians and audience. The second reason would be for the band to have a celebration with friends and loyal followers who have been so gracious to each of us, so This Evening Is For You All!!!!! As many of you well know the vast majority of Soul Society’s performance are private bookings and corporate jobs, which limits our public performances. Due to these restricted private shows, it is very seldom we get to play for our friends at a public venue. So we decided to have a celebration with good friends, great memories, and fine music. The venue is a non smoking room and does not allow beepers or cell phones, due to the nature of recording. Tickets will be $15.00 and can be ordered at www.workplay.com . If for some reason you forget to order online, you can still purchase tickets at the door. The concert will be general admission with a two hour set. Doors will open at 7:00pm and the show will start at 8:00pm. Tickets purchased online will be acquired at will call. We encourage the online sales so we can make sure we have enough tables and seats for a comfortable evening. Also we have made accommodations to have a dance floor for the show in case any of you feel like gyrating around like a bunch of mad televangelists. Wait……… it keeps getting better. Joining us for the night of fun will be our special guests, Jake and Elwood of the Alabama Blues Brothers. I can honestly say that I am very excited about this show since it is made possible by our friends support throughout the years. The audience is very important to this recording and we hope you all scream and carry on like a pack of wild monkeys. I can assure you February 20, 2004 will be a night to remember!!!!!!
As far as Jeff Cook and the AGB. , the boss man is making plans for a BIG 2004 Fan Appreciation Day which will be held in June. He always astonishes me with his talent and quick wit. If you get the chance to catch Jeff in concert with ALABAMA or the AGB, don't miss out!!!! To those of you who are anxious to hear Jeff Cook and the AGB. things will be happening SOON!!!!! I know Jeff is so ready to feed some music hungry souls. Untill then, if you need some soul medication for those winter blues, be sure and get a dose of Jeff's cd's "Just Pickin" and "2 Rock 4 Country". You can purchase them at his AWESOME website. Just click here Jeff Cook and the AGB.
A special thanks goes to all of you who have signed the guest book. For some strange unknown reason I have lost over half of my guest book entries. I have been losing sleep over this ever since I discovered the problem. If you have signed the guest book and your name is not there please know that it was not purposely deleted and PLEASE sign again. I do treasure your thoughts, and it allows me to notify you of shows and forthcoming information via email. Lastly visit www.workplay.com or click on the banner at the top of my home page for information regarding the show. The website has a bio of the band as well as a detailed map. For directions to the show just click on the “location” link at the top of the Workplay website. Thank you for all of your continued support, cherished friendship, and for making 2003 a fabulous year.
THE BEST IS YET TO COME!!!!!
SEE YOU AT THE SHOW!
Randall
April/May 04
Greetings
Let me begin by saying that the concert in Birmingham is certainly an event I will treasure the rest of my life. For those who could not make the show, let me tell you about it. The night began at 8:10 when my good friend and old school bud Trent Bradford played the bagpipes as an introduction to the concert. Trent and I were in school together from Jr. High on through college. He is one of the South’s finest pipers and I was so happy that he agreed to play at the beginning of the show. On rare occasions I sit in with his band Celtic band Hooley. Anyway he was great!!! Just as soon as he finished the intro our drummer Ryan Tillery kicked in a groove as the band was introduced. From the first song the band locked and set the tone for an energy level Soul Society has never experienced. For the last two songs of the set our first special guests made their debut. The Alabama Blues Brothers came out and performed “Hey Bartender” and “Soul Man”. I have seen them many times and their performance that night was probably the best I have seen them. Truly top notch!!!!! After the Brothers fired up the crowd it was time for intermission. When the fifteen minutes were up we brought on our surprise guest. “Ladies and Gentlemen this next artist needs no introduction…… would you please welcome Mr. Jeff Cook!!!!!” The crowd went nuts!!! It was such a thrill to have Jeff be a part of our special celebration. On a personal note it meant a lot to me that he came to the show. He did “Mustang Sally” and “Knock On Wood” and was Simply Awesome!!!! We continued through the second set and the band just had a blast. We ended the second set then it was time for the encore. Jim sang “Turn The Page” and he was at the top of his game. He always amazes me with his talent and stage presence. The crowd loved his showmanship and virtuoso performance. The final song was an All Star jam “Ebaday I Have The Blues”, which had the entire room on their feet. After the show we met with our friends in attendance and fellowshipped.
There are many people to thank and I want to start with my fellow band members. Tony Williams on vocals and keyboards smiled through the entire show and did an outstanding job. Tim Gray on bass was as solid as a rock and really shone through the entire night. Guitarist, Charlie Thornton, sounded the best I have ever heard him. Just wait to you hear him on the cd. Jim Nelson on sax and vocals was the epitome of excellence all night. He is such a talent!!!! And Ryan Tillery is by far the best drummer I have worked with!!!!! He was flawless all night and responsible for the contagious energy that drove the band like it has never been driven before. I want to thank Trent Bradford, Jaime and Justin Crisler for their stellar performances. A special thanks goes out to Jeff Cook for making the evening Extra Special. Also I want to thank Amanda Shavers for her exquisite photography work and expertise. Kudos goes to Production Manager Davy Moire for his perfection running sound and Michael Panepento for his diligent work behind the scenes. An earnest appreciation goes to the administrators of the Jeff Cook Message Board for your promotion and to B-Fat for the graphic design for the band. And lastly to all of you Wonderful People who made it to the show. You all were the reason that the night was so successful!!!!!!!! We had people from Indiana, Georgia, Florida and from all four corners of Alabama. Thank you so much for supporting us!!!!!
Randall
Fall 04
Hey to all,
I hope everybody is doing well and your summer was splendid. I had a wonderful time playing this summer and have met some lovely individuals. Jeff Cook and the AGB played for FAD in Scottsboro and had a wonderful time. The week was a celebration of the past and things to come for this fine group. The group also played a concert in Hamilton for the troops along with Mark Chestnut and T. Graham Brown. The people in Hamilton welcomed us and really took care of the band. The concert went very well under the extreme heat. We signed autographs for one and a half hours and had a wonderful time meeting the people. The band also played Columbia SC back in August for a private boat show and a good time was had by all. Jeff is working on a new cd and he has put much thought into the charts and the project should be available in the near future.
Soul Society stayed booked throughout the summer and had some fantastic shows from Auburn to Orange Beach. Our live cd has been mixed and is ready for mastering. It is just finding time in the schedule to get the product out. The cd really captures the environment of that special night and I am very impressed with the quality!!!!
Naturally many of you know that I left my home of ten years at Cullman High School. This was the hardest decision I have every made. Leaving a quality program of comfort for an opportunity of a lifetime. I certainly miss the students, faculty and close friendships I had at that great school. Garry Taylor, my co-worker who I have mentioned in previous posts, has truly been an inspiration to me over the years. I miss seeing him everyday. The new position I have taken is band director at Hartselle High School. That’s right, my old Alma Mater. The administration, parents and community have welcomed me, which has made the transition so much easier for me. You know it is hard to follow a fine band director like Mr. Greenhaw, and have a smooth transition. I feel terrible for the students going through this change because the love for their previous director is so strong. Those students simply adored him and the transition has been tough for them. This town has so much talent and the potential for greatness is enveloping. The parallel between the two cities is scary, but each is unique in their own way. Now I just need to find a way that I can break through to the students. Naturally with this move I have compromised my personal bookings through football season.
I apologize for the lack of updates. This new position has consumed me and I try to take one thing at a time and let the Good Lord take care of the rest. Please keep our saxophonist Jim Nelson and his mom Pat in your prayers. The two of them has gone through some rough months with her illness. They have been through so much and please take the opportunity to send some words of encouragement. I hope you all have a great autumn and I look forward to hearing from you all in the near future.
R
January 05
Hello comrades!!!!,
First let me wish everyone a Happy New Year. This holiday season was filled with an abundance of travel and plenty of music. First was the Hartselle High School Christmas Concert. Each of the bands did an excellent job and I was very pleased with the students’ performance. I think they had a good time because they sure surprised me with making me wear the reindeer hat and that red nose. I spent a few days in Chicago with a few of my close friends of the band director persuasion and we had a lovely time. I always learn so much from my trip to Chi town each year and come back refreshed as a band director. The convention was simply wonderful and I am energized for the new semester. I got to play several holiday jobs and one of the best was a jazz gig. I certainly enjoyed that show because it is just five guys enjoying making music together. No egos and no attitudes. Just the art of music…what it should be about. I really enjoyed the Christmas Program at First Baptist Church in Ft. Payne. The choir was simply splendid and the instrumental ensemble was a joy to play with. Now to the New Year!!! The AGB played in Florida at the Destin Entertainment Center. The band had a great night and kicked off the New Year with a bang. Jeff put so much work into planning this party and we really had a blast. Larry Hanson and I drove down to the show together. He is simply a plethora of talent and knowledge and we always have a good time hanging out and playing tunes together. Back to the show..… The room was filled with people from all over and the band was kicking. Jim was booked on another show New Years Eve and his replacement was Dr. David Cunningham. David was a joy to have in the horn section and did an outstanding job blending and hearing that 3rd harmony. Also Kenny Harper joined the band on percussion and really played some tasteful licks. They were a lot of fun to hang with. Jeff asked me to play mandolin on a tune, which was a needed break from the horn. We played the next night at the Lucky Snapper, which was an added bonus to all the folks who traveled so far. A special thanks goes out to all of you who traveled from Illinois, Wisconsin, Georgia, Indiana, Carolina, and all over. That was a long drive for all of us and it is certainly very humbling to the band to see all of the fans. The highlight of the two shows was playing the “Alabama” tunes. Truly magical moments both nights!!!! I thought I would share something funny. I got a call before the New Year asking if Soul Society had broken up. The reply was “I sure hope not because we have two awesome cd’s mastered and ready for replication”. I can’t begin to tell you how good it feels to see the light at the end of the tunnel!!!!! I can’t wait for you all to hear the live recordings. The tracks turned out better than I imagined!!! The beauty of the project is the music is real. I am proud to say that the sounds are not saturated with a bunch of effects, or props. I wish I could put a date on the release but it is in the hands of replication. We are almost there. Here is another exciting bit of news. Jeff Cook & The AGB has released their new cd “On Fire”. Be sure and go to my links and click on Jeff’s link. Jeff’s releases just keep getting better and better. Now get this, Jeff is already planning work on the next album. He amazes me!! I encourage you all to be on the look out for the AGB because 2005 is the beginning of something Very Special. Well that’s about it for now. Thank you for your continued support throughout 2004 and be sure to keep check on the web site for all of the exciting news of 2005!!!
Take care and have a Fabulous New Year,
August 2005
Hey Yall!!!!,
It has been a while since I have updated the news page and I thought I had better get back in the flow of things. Time flies and I did not realize how long it has been since I have submitted the news. Marching band is in high gear and school is ready to begin. So lets get on with the news.
This summer has been a very busy one. Soul Society and the AGB have been very active in the pursuit of wholesome quality entertainment. I guess I should start with FAD in Ft. Payne. This year the AGB played two concerts on June 11th at the Dekalb Theatre in Ft. Payne. Both shows sold out and it was a great Saturday for entertainment. Both shows had great crowd response and the day was a magical one. Different individuals asked me which show was better. I could not give a concrete answer based on a question like that. The energy level of the band was really fine on the first show, however the pocket of the band was better on the 2nd show. Now this is not to say one show was better than the other in terms of quality because they were two of the best shows the AGB has played….. And it keeps getting better each time. Because of time limitations during the fan meet and greet we did not get to spend as much time with the fans than we would have liked. Jeff and the band were on a tight schedule with sound and video check so there was not much we could do about the time constraints. Everyone was very patient during the autograph / photo session that afternoon and the line moved quickly. We certainly want to meet everyone in attendance and give our sincerest thanks. It really means a lot to us to have your support and “YOU” are certainly not taken for granted. Thank YOU to all that attended!!!!
A couple of weeks ago I finally got a vacation… if you can call it that. On July 18th I did a session in Nashville for a contemporary Christian Group “More Than Words” for their upcoming album. This was a lot of fun for sure!! I had to put down around ten tracks of sax, trumpet, and trombone. The song has a fun groove and the guys in the group are fantastic!!! The big bonus was getting to work with my old friend Bart Busch. He has a golden ear and we could have fun at a funeral. Just love being around him. Anyhoo, the album will be released this fall and I am going to play with the group at their cd release concert in Murfreesboro TN. I can’t wait. After I got through with the session I hurried back home, and set out for Las Vegas the next day. I got to see Wayne Newton and that was a thrill!!!! He had a 23-piece orchestra and it was a fine show. The beauty of the show was seeing the master work the crowd and finally witnessing a hero of mine exhibit his craft. To sum up the trip I LOVE VEGAS!!!!! Got in on Friday night, up at 4:00 a.m. and was on the bus headed to South Bend IN for a show. Jeff Cook and the AGB played for Godfrey Marine’s summer conference. Everybody with the company was so nice and welcomed us with open arms. When we arrived on Sat. a few of us went to this restaurant to hear a jazz group from the area. We sat in with the band and that was so much fun. Anytime I can play some jazz I will jump at the opportunity. I got to meet some wonderful individuals that night and we had a blast. One of those I met was a fellow teacher from the area named Jenny. Now Jenny is a beautiful young lady with a smile that would light up the sky and she gave me a tour of Notre Dame the following afternoon. I have always wanted to see Notre Dame and another dream came true. Thanks Jenny for taking time to show me around South Bend!!!! The AGB show that night was strong!!!!! The band was primed and the audience was into the show… who could ask for more? Another special thanks goes out to Tim “Lonewolf”, Kim, Donnie, Curt and Wired for their help during sound check and at the merchandise table. We jumped on the bus around 1:00 a.m. and I slept most of the 10-hour trip. Got back to the office around 12:00 and worked the rest of the day. Great trip, Great show and a Great time!!!!
Finally Soul Society has been working a good bit this summer as usual and I am happy to announce the BIG NEWS!!!!!! The CD’s ARE FINALLY HERE!!!!!! I feel 30 lbs. Lighter!!! We had a few set backs but thank goodness we have the product. I can’t begin to tell you how pleased I am with the sound, mix, energy and package! I have learned in my youthful, experienced years not to rush things until you are TOTALLY SATISFIED!!! I must say the energy of the night was definitely captured and I am so happy with the release. For information regarding the release feel free to email me. Just go to contact and submit your inquiry. Again thanks to all of you who helped make this possible. Be sure and keep an eye on the website for concerts and bookings as well as www.jeffcookenterprises for upcoming events. There are some shows in the making I am not at liberty to announce yet, but they are coming. Again thank you for your support of the AGB, Soul Society, and www.randallkey.com. So far this has been a great year and we hope to see you all soon.
R
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Well it is time to give a report of the fabulous shows I was fortunate enough to be a part of in September and October. On September 27th I played with the Alabama Blues Brothers at Big Spring Jam in Huntsville and it was a show to remember. We opened for Gary Lewis and The Playboys and Mark Lindsay of Paul Revere and the Raiders. I got to spend a little time with Gary and he is one of the most genuine individuals I have ever met. I can say the epitome of class. Mark was very nice as well but I did not get to spend as much time with him as I would have liked to due to playing another show at Humphries in Huntsville. That show was splendid as well. The Brothers really worked the crowd and performed the event like the professionals they are!
The following weekend Soul Society and the Alabama Blues Brothers were booked in Ridgeland SC. Our keyboard player Tony asked the band to drop by the rehearsal hall and check out the new horns he had just purchased. Little did we know that the horns were sitting on top of a forty-foot bus. Now friends and neighbors this bus is not your ordinary bus, unless ordinary busses have leather interior, and marble floors. We departed at 10:30 on Friday night and arrived in Ridgeland around 8:30 Saturday morning. Both Soul Society and The Brothers had an outstanding time on and off the stage. The accommodations and hospitality were simply wonderful and the people were so nice!!!! I would like to extend a special thanks to the event coordinator Paulette Masters for your hard work and dedication throughout the weekend. She is one of the sweetest and most professional individuals you will ever meet. I will sum up the trip by saying the shows were very successful and I cannot wait to head back to Ridgeland South Carolina, especially if we are traveling in that "condominium on wheels".
Be sure to check the news often during November. Soul Society is planning on making a major announcement about an important concert coming up in 2004. As always thanks for visiting the web page and for your support. Be sure and be safe and let's not forget to thank a Veteran!!!!!
R
November News
Hello news seekers!!!!!!!!!
Well I can say just when I think things are slowing down the turbo boosters kick in. The trip to New York was simply splendid. We marched in the Veteran's Day Parade and the spectators were so enthusiastic and kind with their cheers of welcome. New York is such a fast paced town and we certainly hit the town with a zest for experience. We visited Times Square, The Empire State Building, Ground Zero, took a boat tour, New York University, China Town and watched Phantom of The Opera. The highlight of my trip was getting my picture made with Rupert from The Late Show with David Letterman. It goes without saying I had a wonderful time. Our chief band director, Garry Taylor, organized the trip and it was probably the best trip with the band I have ever encountered!!!!!! Everything that Garry organizes and implements is truly a work of art. His experience and expertise are invaluable to the program. He certainly has taught me so much in regards to music and being a better person.
We returned early Friday morning with only two hours sleep. When I got home I slept another 2 hours and headed up to Murfreesboro TN. My long time friend Bart Busch invited me to come play at his church. Now it has been said that Bart and I can have fun at a funeral and we certainly had a great time playing that evening. I need to tell you about this special guy. He is one talented young man who has a voice that soars like an eagle. Also his ear is golden and is one of Nashville's finest studio engineers. He has worked with numerous artists and is one of the finest individuals you will ever meet. Bart always brings out the best in me and I so love him dearly for putting up with me all these years. We played some old gospel bluegrass tunes for the Senior Sunday School Class and laughed and fellowshipped all evening. I really look forward to playing for those fine people. They welcome you with open arms and the love they all share is so genuine and true.
Wednesday night before Thanksgiving I sat in with my buddies Rolling in the Hay. I can honestly say they are one of my favorite bands of all time!!!!! Their energy and musical proficiency is totally pristine. If you have not experienced on of their shows, do yourself a favor and get a dose of Hay. As for the wonderful Thanksgiving Holiday, I got to spend it with my family that morning and that night I drove over to Ft. Payne to spend it with Jeff at the Castle. I got to see some old friends and meet some new faces. We had a blast and I felt so thankful and blessed to experience such a wonderful day.
The next few weeks are going to kill me or make me a better person. I have four concerts, a ton of rehearsals and a trip to Chicago planned before Christmas but I will save the best news for last.
After years of repetitive requests Soul Society is going to produce a live recording early 2004 at Workplay Theatre in Birmingham. I can't begin to express how excited I am about this show. This has been a dream of mine through the years and the excitement is rampant. Please keep a close check on the website for more information on this great event. The evening is going to be a celebration and we are doing this for all of our wonderful fans and supporters. We certainly want everyone to share this wonderful evening we us and be a part of something so special to each of us.
Have a wonderful holiday season and always know that I appreciate each and everyone of you.
Randall
December News
Hey ya’ll
First allow me to wish everyone a wonderful 2004. Each year is filled with resolutions, dreams and objectives. This year a dream is finally coming true. As mentioned in the earlier news post, Soul Society is recording a live performance and DVD, which will be February 20, at Workplay Theatre in Birmingham. Soul Society has wanted to present a concert of this nature for a long time, but due to overwhelming costs and time constraints a show has not been feasible. After careful planning and tight budgeting we are so happy to be presenting this wonderful evening to you all. There are two primary reasons for doing this project. First, our band has received numerous requests for us to record a cd. My favorite recordings have always been live performances, because of the intangible driving energy and the preservation of electricity and emotions experienced by the musicians and audience. The second reason would be for the band to have a celebration with friends and loyal followers who have been so gracious to each of us, so This Evening Is For You All!!!!! As many of you well know the vast majority of Soul Society’s performance are private bookings and corporate jobs, which limits our public performances. Due to these restricted private shows, it is very seldom we get to play for our friends at a public venue. So we decided to have a celebration with good friends, great memories, and fine music. The venue is a non smoking room and does not allow beepers or cell phones, due to the nature of recording. Tickets will be $15.00 and can be ordered at www.workplay.com . If for some reason you forget to order online, you can still purchase tickets at the door. The concert will be general admission with a two hour set. Doors will open at 7:00pm and the show will start at 8:00pm. Tickets purchased online will be acquired at will call. We encourage the online sales so we can make sure we have enough tables and seats for a comfortable evening. Also we have made accommodations to have a dance floor for the show in case any of you feel like gyrating around like a bunch of mad televangelists. Wait……… it keeps getting better. Joining us for the night of fun will be our special guests, Jake and Elwood of the Alabama Blues Brothers. I can honestly say that I am very excited about this show since it is made possible by our friends support throughout the years. The audience is very important to this recording and we hope you all scream and carry on like a pack of wild monkeys. I can assure you February 20, 2004 will be a night to remember!!!!!!
As far as Jeff Cook and the AGB. , the boss man is making plans for a BIG 2004 Fan Appreciation Day which will be held in June. He always astonishes me with his talent and quick wit. If you get the chance to catch Jeff in concert with ALABAMA or the AGB, don't miss out!!!! To those of you who are anxious to hear Jeff Cook and the AGB. things will be happening SOON!!!!! I know Jeff is so ready to feed some music hungry souls. Untill then, if you need some soul medication for those winter blues, be sure and get a dose of Jeff's cd's "Just Pickin" and "2 Rock 4 Country". You can purchase them at his AWESOME website. Just click here Jeff Cook and the AGB.
A special thanks goes to all of you who have signed the guest book. For some strange unknown reason I have lost over half of my guest book entries. I have been losing sleep over this ever since I discovered the problem. If you have signed the guest book and your name is not there please know that it was not purposely deleted and PLEASE sign again. I do treasure your thoughts, and it allows me to notify you of shows and forthcoming information via email. Lastly visit www.workplay.com or click on the banner at the top of my home page for information regarding the show. The website has a bio of the band as well as a detailed map. For directions to the show just click on the “location” link at the top of the Workplay website. Thank you for all of your continued support, cherished friendship, and for making 2003 a fabulous year.
THE BEST IS YET TO COME!!!!!
SEE YOU AT THE SHOW!
Randall
April/May 04
Greetings
Let me begin by saying that the concert in Birmingham is certainly an event I will treasure the rest of my life. For those who could not make the show, let me tell you about it. The night began at 8:10 when my good friend and old school bud Trent Bradford played the bagpipes as an introduction to the concert. Trent and I were in school together from Jr. High on through college. He is one of the South’s finest pipers and I was so happy that he agreed to play at the beginning of the show. On rare occasions I sit in with his band Celtic band Hooley. Anyway he was great!!! Just as soon as he finished the intro our drummer Ryan Tillery kicked in a groove as the band was introduced. From the first song the band locked and set the tone for an energy level Soul Society has never experienced. For the last two songs of the set our first special guests made their debut. The Alabama Blues Brothers came out and performed “Hey Bartender” and “Soul Man”. I have seen them many times and their performance that night was probably the best I have seen them. Truly top notch!!!!! After the Brothers fired up the crowd it was time for intermission. When the fifteen minutes were up we brought on our surprise guest. “Ladies and Gentlemen this next artist needs no introduction…… would you please welcome Mr. Jeff Cook!!!!!” The crowd went nuts!!! It was such a thrill to have Jeff be a part of our special celebration. On a personal note it meant a lot to me that he came to the show. He did “Mustang Sally” and “Knock On Wood” and was Simply Awesome!!!! We continued through the second set and the band just had a blast. We ended the second set then it was time for the encore. Jim sang “Turn The Page” and he was at the top of his game. He always amazes me with his talent and stage presence. The crowd loved his showmanship and virtuoso performance. The final song was an All Star jam “Ebaday I Have The Blues”, which had the entire room on their feet. After the show we met with our friends in attendance and fellowshipped.
There are many people to thank and I want to start with my fellow band members. Tony Williams on vocals and keyboards smiled through the entire show and did an outstanding job. Tim Gray on bass was as solid as a rock and really shone through the entire night. Guitarist, Charlie Thornton, sounded the best I have ever heard him. Just wait to you hear him on the cd. Jim Nelson on sax and vocals was the epitome of excellence all night. He is such a talent!!!! And Ryan Tillery is by far the best drummer I have worked with!!!!! He was flawless all night and responsible for the contagious energy that drove the band like it has never been driven before. I want to thank Trent Bradford, Jaime and Justin Crisler for their stellar performances. A special thanks goes out to Jeff Cook for making the evening Extra Special. Also I want to thank Amanda Shavers for her exquisite photography work and expertise. Kudos goes to Production Manager Davy Moire for his perfection running sound and Michael Panepento for his diligent work behind the scenes. An earnest appreciation goes to the administrators of the Jeff Cook Message Board for your promotion and to B-Fat for the graphic design for the band. And lastly to all of you Wonderful People who made it to the show. You all were the reason that the night was so successful!!!!!!!! We had people from Indiana, Georgia, Florida and from all four corners of Alabama. Thank you so much for supporting us!!!!!
Randall
Fall 04
Hey to all,
I hope everybody is doing well and your summer was splendid. I had a wonderful time playing this summer and have met some lovely individuals. Jeff Cook and the AGB played for FAD in Scottsboro and had a wonderful time. The week was a celebration of the past and things to come for this fine group. The group also played a concert in Hamilton for the troops along with Mark Chestnut and T. Graham Brown. The people in Hamilton welcomed us and really took care of the band. The concert went very well under the extreme heat. We signed autographs for one and a half hours and had a wonderful time meeting the people. The band also played Columbia SC back in August for a private boat show and a good time was had by all. Jeff is working on a new cd and he has put much thought into the charts and the project should be available in the near future.
Soul Society stayed booked throughout the summer and had some fantastic shows from Auburn to Orange Beach. Our live cd has been mixed and is ready for mastering. It is just finding time in the schedule to get the product out. The cd really captures the environment of that special night and I am very impressed with the quality!!!!
Naturally many of you know that I left my home of ten years at Cullman High School. This was the hardest decision I have every made. Leaving a quality program of comfort for an opportunity of a lifetime. I certainly miss the students, faculty and close friendships I had at that great school. Garry Taylor, my co-worker who I have mentioned in previous posts, has truly been an inspiration to me over the years. I miss seeing him everyday. The new position I have taken is band director at Hartselle High School. That’s right, my old Alma Mater. The administration, parents and community have welcomed me, which has made the transition so much easier for me. You know it is hard to follow a fine band director like Mr. Greenhaw, and have a smooth transition. I feel terrible for the students going through this change because the love for their previous director is so strong. Those students simply adored him and the transition has been tough for them. This town has so much talent and the potential for greatness is enveloping. The parallel between the two cities is scary, but each is unique in their own way. Now I just need to find a way that I can break through to the students. Naturally with this move I have compromised my personal bookings through football season.
I apologize for the lack of updates. This new position has consumed me and I try to take one thing at a time and let the Good Lord take care of the rest. Please keep our saxophonist Jim Nelson and his mom Pat in your prayers. The two of them has gone through some rough months with her illness. They have been through so much and please take the opportunity to send some words of encouragement. I hope you all have a great autumn and I look forward to hearing from you all in the near future.
R
January 05
Hello comrades!!!!,
First let me wish everyone a Happy New Year. This holiday season was filled with an abundance of travel and plenty of music. First was the Hartselle High School Christmas Concert. Each of the bands did an excellent job and I was very pleased with the students’ performance. I think they had a good time because they sure surprised me with making me wear the reindeer hat and that red nose. I spent a few days in Chicago with a few of my close friends of the band director persuasion and we had a lovely time. I always learn so much from my trip to Chi town each year and come back refreshed as a band director. The convention was simply wonderful and I am energized for the new semester. I got to play several holiday jobs and one of the best was a jazz gig. I certainly enjoyed that show because it is just five guys enjoying making music together. No egos and no attitudes. Just the art of music…what it should be about. I really enjoyed the Christmas Program at First Baptist Church in Ft. Payne. The choir was simply splendid and the instrumental ensemble was a joy to play with. Now to the New Year!!! The AGB played in Florida at the Destin Entertainment Center. The band had a great night and kicked off the New Year with a bang. Jeff put so much work into planning this party and we really had a blast. Larry Hanson and I drove down to the show together. He is simply a plethora of talent and knowledge and we always have a good time hanging out and playing tunes together. Back to the show..… The room was filled with people from all over and the band was kicking. Jim was booked on another show New Years Eve and his replacement was Dr. David Cunningham. David was a joy to have in the horn section and did an outstanding job blending and hearing that 3rd harmony. Also Kenny Harper joined the band on percussion and really played some tasteful licks. They were a lot of fun to hang with. Jeff asked me to play mandolin on a tune, which was a needed break from the horn. We played the next night at the Lucky Snapper, which was an added bonus to all the folks who traveled so far. A special thanks goes out to all of you who traveled from Illinois, Wisconsin, Georgia, Indiana, Carolina, and all over. That was a long drive for all of us and it is certainly very humbling to the band to see all of the fans. The highlight of the two shows was playing the “Alabama” tunes. Truly magical moments both nights!!!! I thought I would share something funny. I got a call before the New Year asking if Soul Society had broken up. The reply was “I sure hope not because we have two awesome cd’s mastered and ready for replication”. I can’t begin to tell you how good it feels to see the light at the end of the tunnel!!!!! I can’t wait for you all to hear the live recordings. The tracks turned out better than I imagined!!! The beauty of the project is the music is real. I am proud to say that the sounds are not saturated with a bunch of effects, or props. I wish I could put a date on the release but it is in the hands of replication. We are almost there. Here is another exciting bit of news. Jeff Cook & The AGB has released their new cd “On Fire”. Be sure and go to my links and click on Jeff’s link. Jeff’s releases just keep getting better and better. Now get this, Jeff is already planning work on the next album. He amazes me!! I encourage you all to be on the look out for the AGB because 2005 is the beginning of something Very Special. Well that’s about it for now. Thank you for your continued support throughout 2004 and be sure to keep check on the web site for all of the exciting news of 2005!!!
Take care and have a Fabulous New Year,
August 2005
Hey Yall!!!!,
It has been a while since I have updated the news page and I thought I had better get back in the flow of things. Time flies and I did not realize how long it has been since I have submitted the news. Marching band is in high gear and school is ready to begin. So lets get on with the news.
This summer has been a very busy one. Soul Society and the AGB have been very active in the pursuit of wholesome quality entertainment. I guess I should start with FAD in Ft. Payne. This year the AGB played two concerts on June 11th at the Dekalb Theatre in Ft. Payne. Both shows sold out and it was a great Saturday for entertainment. Both shows had great crowd response and the day was a magical one. Different individuals asked me which show was better. I could not give a concrete answer based on a question like that. The energy level of the band was really fine on the first show, however the pocket of the band was better on the 2nd show. Now this is not to say one show was better than the other in terms of quality because they were two of the best shows the AGB has played….. And it keeps getting better each time. Because of time limitations during the fan meet and greet we did not get to spend as much time with the fans than we would have liked. Jeff and the band were on a tight schedule with sound and video check so there was not much we could do about the time constraints. Everyone was very patient during the autograph / photo session that afternoon and the line moved quickly. We certainly want to meet everyone in attendance and give our sincerest thanks. It really means a lot to us to have your support and “YOU” are certainly not taken for granted. Thank YOU to all that attended!!!!
A couple of weeks ago I finally got a vacation… if you can call it that. On July 18th I did a session in Nashville for a contemporary Christian Group “More Than Words” for their upcoming album. This was a lot of fun for sure!! I had to put down around ten tracks of sax, trumpet, and trombone. The song has a fun groove and the guys in the group are fantastic!!! The big bonus was getting to work with my old friend Bart Busch. He has a golden ear and we could have fun at a funeral. Just love being around him. Anyhoo, the album will be released this fall and I am going to play with the group at their cd release concert in Murfreesboro TN. I can’t wait. After I got through with the session I hurried back home, and set out for Las Vegas the next day. I got to see Wayne Newton and that was a thrill!!!! He had a 23-piece orchestra and it was a fine show. The beauty of the show was seeing the master work the crowd and finally witnessing a hero of mine exhibit his craft. To sum up the trip I LOVE VEGAS!!!!! Got in on Friday night, up at 4:00 a.m. and was on the bus headed to South Bend IN for a show. Jeff Cook and the AGB played for Godfrey Marine’s summer conference. Everybody with the company was so nice and welcomed us with open arms. When we arrived on Sat. a few of us went to this restaurant to hear a jazz group from the area. We sat in with the band and that was so much fun. Anytime I can play some jazz I will jump at the opportunity. I got to meet some wonderful individuals that night and we had a blast. One of those I met was a fellow teacher from the area named Jenny. Now Jenny is a beautiful young lady with a smile that would light up the sky and she gave me a tour of Notre Dame the following afternoon. I have always wanted to see Notre Dame and another dream came true. Thanks Jenny for taking time to show me around South Bend!!!! The AGB show that night was strong!!!!! The band was primed and the audience was into the show… who could ask for more? Another special thanks goes out to Tim “Lonewolf”, Kim, Donnie, Curt and Wired for their help during sound check and at the merchandise table. We jumped on the bus around 1:00 a.m. and I slept most of the 10-hour trip. Got back to the office around 12:00 and worked the rest of the day. Great trip, Great show and a Great time!!!!
Finally Soul Society has been working a good bit this summer as usual and I am happy to announce the BIG NEWS!!!!!! The CD’s ARE FINALLY HERE!!!!!! I feel 30 lbs. Lighter!!! We had a few set backs but thank goodness we have the product. I can’t begin to tell you how pleased I am with the sound, mix, energy and package! I have learned in my youthful, experienced years not to rush things until you are TOTALLY SATISFIED!!! I must say the energy of the night was definitely captured and I am so happy with the release. For information regarding the release feel free to email me. Just go to contact and submit your inquiry. Again thanks to all of you who helped make this possible. Be sure and keep an eye on the website for concerts and bookings as well as www.jeffcookenterprises for upcoming events. There are some shows in the making I am not at liberty to announce yet, but they are coming. Again thank you for your support of the AGB, Soul Society, and www.randallkey.com. So far this has been a great year and we hope to see you all soon.
R
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