Sessions For New CD, Finally!

frank rogers · From: usa

As many of you know, I have been attempting to record a C.D. for the last few years. Well, finally, it looks as though we will get the initial tracking done this weekend. I am thrilled and humbled, to have some extremely talented partners with me on this project. The drummer is Derico Watson who most recently has been touring with the Jeff Coffin (Reed player with the Flecktones) MuTet, and is featured prominently on the new Wooten Bros. C.D. W3W. Alex Depue, Violinist/Fiddler "delux" will be holding down the Fiddle spot. For those of you that haven't heard Alex, his style is very "Grapelliesque". BTW Alex will be on the televised portion of the Opry this weekend with Chris Cagle. Rounding out the group will be Mike "Big Ears" Bianchi on Piano and Scott Nesbit on Bass. I hope to have some C.D.'s available for the Choo Choo show. b0b, Thanks for the forum!!!

[This message was edited by frank rogers on 26 February 2002 at 07:30 PM.]

Jim Cohen · From: Philadelphia, PA

Frank, I've been waiting for this one! Can't wait to hear what you do. Am looking forward to a live preview at the Grand Rapids show.
Jimbeaux

Al Marcus · From: Cedar Springs,MI USA (deceased)

Frank, it's about time you put out a CD. Will be looking for it. Hope you will be in Grand Rapids....al

frank rogers · From: usa

Jimbeaux and Al, Thanks for the kind words. And yes, I hope to include some selections from the CD in G.R. See you both there. F.R.

Danny Hullihen · From: Harrison, Michigan

Hey Frank, that's really great news!! I'm really anxious to hear your new CD. I hope you will have it available for the Grand Rapids Convention in April. I'm hoping to have mine ready by that time too.

frank rogers · From: usa

Danny, It was a "blast" working with You, Billy, and Mike on your project. All the best to you and yours, F.R.

frank rogers · From: usa

Well, We got the first two tracking sessions done and I'm excited. So far we've got 7 tunes pretty much finished with 3 to go. The drumming of Derico Watson pushed all of us to a higher level. Derico will be moving to Nashville in the next couple of months in order to better facilitate his touring schedule with saxaphonist Jeff Coffin and others. Also I was "blown away by the "chops" of Mr. Alex Depue on Violin/Fiddle. He certainly contributed greatly to the project. We have a rather "eclectic" mix of originals and covers including tunes written by Charlie Parker, Jerome Kern, Michael McDonald, Lennon & McCartney and others. Thanks for listening to my ramblings. And b0b, Long live the Forum!!!

[This message was edited by frank rogers on 04 March 2002 at 07:33 AM.]

Stephen Gregory · Posted 8 Mar 2002 7:47 am

As far as the Jeff Coffin Mutet is concerned, isn't Pat Bergeson the guitarist?

Larry Bell · From: Englewood, Florida

I just heard the trax only (no steel or guitar) -- and, with Alex DePue's fiddle playing (he blows me away every time I hear him) and some of the piano stuff I heard (Bianchi IS a monster), I'd buy it WITHOUT STEEL.

(just kidding, Frank)

All seriousness aside, this will be a mind blowing CD. Frank is a world class player who deserves more recognition.

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Al Brisco · From: Colborne, ON Canada

Hi Frank,

Good News...I'll be watching & listening for it.
Let me know when it is ready, as I will want to carry it in my catalog.
Unfortunately, I won't be able to make Grand Rapids this year.
Best Wishes,
Al Brisco

frank rogers · From: usa

Thanks Al and Larry, You're both great friends and players!! Al, I will let you know as soon as the C.D. is available and we will certainly miss you in G.R. F.R.

frank rogers · From: usa

Yes, Mr. Bergeson has been touring with Jeff Coffin, Derico Watson, and Felix Pastorius (Son of Jaco) in the Jeff Coffin Mutet. BTW, Derico was in today doing final percussion overdubs on my new C.D. Also, Derico informed me he will be doing a gig in Muskegon, Mi. with Victor, Regi, and Joseph Wooten. If any forumites in that area would like to attend, please e-mail me for details. Thanks again.

Stephen Gregory · Posted 26 Mar 2002 8:24 am

Thanks, It seems to me that Chet Atkins listed Bergeson as one of his favorite players.

Joel Johnston · From: Mead, Washington, USA

Hey Frank - any updated news on your CD? I've got lots of you on reel to reel (70's & 80's Versatones) and need to update my "Frankie Rogers Collection". I'm interested in picking up one of your CD's when available.
Joel

Bill Stafford · From: Gulfport,Ms. USA

Hi Frank:
Really looking forward to this one. Congratulations. This will trun out to be one of those "collector CDs" and your selection of musicians is tops. Best to you and yours.
We will certainely want to bring you down to the Gulf Coast for one of our future shows. Please keep us in mind. Thanks.
Bill Stafford

Bob Taillefer · From: Canada

Congratulations Frank,
The tracks you played for us at the Grands Rapids Convention were great. I can't wait to hear the whole recording. Best of luck! It is real nice to hear the steel guitar in different musical situations. Regards Bob

p.s. Thanks again for your hospitality.

frank rogers · From: usa

Joel, Bill and Bob, Thanks for your interest in the C.D. After a bit of an hiatus I am about ready to finish the project. I will make an announcement on the forum regarding availability. BTW Bill, as usual, you did a great set at the G.R. Show. I would love to come and do your show sometime. And Bob, your c.d.s are AWESOME. Hopefully, you will be able to do the G.R. show next year. And Joel, it was great to hear from you again. Many thanks, F.R.

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