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Tengo Ranchito

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Tengo Ranchito, released May 2007, combines acoustic guitars, vocals, fiddle, mandolin and dobro in a mix of folk, blues and country textures. This collection of 13 originals and one cover are infused with the values of traditional American Music. “She’s Lucky” captures the honky-tonk tale of a good luck girl. “Troubled Love” haunts with it’s aching slide guitar and Hammond B-3 organ and the classic “Satisfied Mind” features Alice Stuart on vocals. Guest artists include Orville Johnson, Jon Parry, Chris Leighton, Jeff Simmons, Paul Elliot, Nancy K Dillon, Jane Milford and Tammy Nilsen. A mostly acoustic record, Tengo Ranchito at times features Fender Telecaster, lap steel, piano and drums. Reviews are available here Sound samples are available here. Purchase this CD at Miles Of Music, CD Baby or for down loads


Soliloquy

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Soliloquy, released in 2003, is a collection of gentle guitar instrumentals. These compositions were inspired by John's performances at Children’s Hospital in Seattle. They combine meditative themes, varying time signatures, a spacious feel, and a warm inviting sound. Since it’s release Soliloquy has gained an appreciative audience with artists, healers, massage therapists and many others. Reviews are available here. Sound samples are here. Purchase through CD Baby or Paypal



Coast Bound Train

Coast Bound Train

    Released in December 2004, Coast Bound Train is the result of a collaboration between longtime Seattle songwriters and instrumentalists Max Paul Schwennsen and John Nelson. Featuring acoustic guitars and voices complimented by a sympathetic rhythm section, this CD includes 12 original compositions and one penned by the great Ron Davies. Special guests include Alice Stuart on background vocals and Jon Parry on violin. Reviews are here. Sound samples are here. Lyrics are here. Purchase this CD through CD Baby or paypal (Visa/MC accepted)