Under the influence…

October 28th, 2009

The Tourists concept was born to blend genres and orchestrate unconventional pairings among musicians.  I’m fortunate to know some great artists, and many have contributed to Gemini.  The sound is fed by an incredible spectrum of influence.  Not too sentimental, not too obscure, not too political, not too effusive, not too plain…

It’s always a challenge to describe my own work, but I’m fascinated to hear what fans and reviewers have to say.  Usually they rely on comparative definitions.  Some of my favorites have been Bob Dylan, Rufus Wainwright, Roy Orbison and Barry White.  (Okay, I made up the Barry White one.)  These connections range from obvious to obscure to oblivious, but I always find them interesting. So today, I’m channeling Bob Barker.

If you’ve found this site by following the Alternative Addiction link, “Come on down!”

You’ve heard me and now I want to hear you.  The first 25 people to email touristsmusic@gmail.com with an insightful comment after listening to the three songs linked to the AA post will receive a free mp3 of any song from Gemini.  My favorite response will be rewarded with an autographed copy of the cd.  All thoughtful entries will receive a personal reply with my sincerest thanks.

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