Well, you all have been asking for it for a while now and we're finally ready to begin recording it! Here's a few little tidbits of information:
For the past 10 years, Diana Kaarina has been one of Broadway's hottest stars. She was most recently seen in Rent, playing all of the female roles (Swing). Before that she played Eponine for two years in the final cast of Les Miserables. Other shows include Phantom of the Opera and Thoroughly Modern Millie. Below is a clip of Diana singing "On My Own." Diana was selected to do the lead female vocals.
We apologize for the shaky non-professional video but what can you
expect from a fan sitting on the edge of our seats with a pocket camera.
When you listen to "This Little Light Of Mine", the song opens up with Gary Plateski, a major Nashville recording artist, on the fiddle. And then you'll hear Billy Gipson on the harmonica. Billy flew up from Memphis and is not just an amazing artist, but a super guy too.
What does Billy Joel have in common with Friendly Songs? Besides a love for good music, we have been blessed because Billy Joel's saxophonist, Richie Cannata, is playing on our new Christian CD. Yes, the guy that plays the solos on Billy Joel's albums and live tours loved our project and is now part of it. He's both a super guy and an amazing musician. We featured him on the "I Am A Christian" song. Listen for his Sax Solo in the demo tracks which will be released soon!
A true musical virtuoso, Dave Fields plays almost every instrument, sings, plays the piano and is an arranger. A graduate of the Berklee School of Music, Dave was recently featured with Country star Josh Turner on the Martha Stuart Show. In addition, he just recently became an award winning producer with the release of "Back in Bluesville" by Roxy Perry. Dave's natural love for many types of music, especially jazz and blues, reflects
his eclectic background. He has played with such greats as Dave Valentine, Deodato, Dave Larue, T Lavtiz, Al Foster, Anthony Jackson, Julius LaRosa and such Blues artists as Frankie Paris and Mark Naftalin.
Other artists who worked on this album are: Scott Kochman , Cory Delin and Rachael & David (Children's Vocals).
This just touches the surface of the many talented artists that are putting their heart and soul into this album. We can't wait for you to hear it!