As we close another year, I close another chapter of recording history by
vacating my Fremont studio space and starting to rebuild my studio in an
old church in Ballard. The process will be long and hard but the result
will be a studio that is professional, comfortable and conducive to
creativity. And I'll own it!

As I was ripping walls out of the old studio space, I frequently got misty
eyed thinking about the great records that were recorded in that space. I
quick look at my credit list from the last three years will reveal these
secrets to you.

CUT OF THE MONTH is Ted Smith with his song "Mystery Passes". I spoke about
this record before. It's like a Simon and Garfunkel/ Bob Dylan/ Van
Morrison thing.

Since the studio was closed most of the month, I worked exclusively on the
XXX AUDIO record. Their songs are in a punk pop vein much like, well...X.
These songs remain with you.

KEXP allowed me the opportunity to broadcast mix 2 LOONS FOR TEA, SALAAM
and VOYAGER ONE

The Climax Golden Twins closed the doors on the studio in blowout fashion
during the Corporate Solstice Party which occurs every year on the 21st
which is the birthday of our Lord Zappa. This year's party was a huge
success with the music ending with the drums flying across the floor as
Jeff pummelled me with his guitar while I was having an epileptic fit. Rob
caught all this on video tape in case there is a trial.