When unknown musicians answer an ad to work on a recording project and stick through years of music making to forge a bond unbroken by drifters or even death, an album will emerge when the time is right. And the time is now. Check out Just Passing Through by All Good Things at iTunes (linked below), released today.
Over a decade ago, local musician Chris Gallerizzo advertised in the Washington City Paper for seasoned musicians to work on a recording project and the band began. In spite of some eccentric characters ambling in and out, the core members of All Good Things found their common creative ground. But once Gallerizzo, John Mullaney, Tim Aquilino, Raymond Tripp, and Jeff Miles discovered how much fun they could make making music together, making the album became secondary. And so they played on for almost a dozen years.
This album is a tribute to Tripp, who sadly passed away in the summer of 2007, and to lasting friendships. The band eventually lost touch with Jeff Miles, who did most of the drum work, and makes a point of thanking contributors whose names have been, literally, forgotten.
I’m not a music critic, but I do know what I like. I had the opportunity to hear a full preview of all the original songs on Just Passing Through yesterday. South of the Border is my favorite.
The CD cover could use a makeover, but Aquilino tells some interesting stories on the inside front cover (perhaps good material for new songwriting?).
The digital age is giving audiences much easier access to the work of indie artists and I can easily agree with Aquilino.
“It’s all good.”
“It’s all good.”
Just Passing Through
Genres: Rock, Music
Genres: Rock, Music
Released: Mar 01, 2011
© 2011 All Good Things
Credits
Chris Gallerizzo (Guitars, Vocals)
John Mullaney (Bass, Vocals)
Nancy & Margaret (Background Vocals)
Tim Aquilino (Keyboards, Vocals)
Raymond Tripp (Slide Guitar)
Jeff Miles (Drums)
Hi Patti. Your right about the cover. It could definitely use some work. G' Luck on your blog!
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