Countdown

The last two days have actually been stunning, weather-wise. Brings up the spirits and clears out the mental cobwebs. A bit tired today, but feeling good. Missed the gym last night, but will make up for it on Sunday.

Tomorrow is set for what should be the final Punch Line mixing session. Plans are confirmed; call time is 11 and I am hoping that when we are finished, we are genuinely finished and I can take this recording to the mastering lab next week. From tomorrow onward, it's all about mapping. Taking care of all the details from mastering to concluding the art prep to manufacturing. This is the part of a project that I've always loved, especially from my time at Roadrunner and Atlantic. You get to see the proverbial "birth of the baby". Except this time it's mine. A great feeling. I'm sure once I get to the next album, the novelty will have obviously worn off, but this is the first full-length album. Releasing your first cassette e.p. or first 45 is a big deal, but this one is special. It's almost too bad we didn't get this out when albums were still the way you did things, but this is almost as good.

Am going through withdrawal. Need something to read; something meaty and with depth. Any suggestions? Help would be greatly appreciated.

Have a great weekend. Here's hoping...