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01/26/09
It's been awhile since my last post ...

Been really busy in the studio and performing with some local groups.  Early November, I was able to finish up a couple of tracks for my good friend Ray Iaea for his debut CD release titled "The Ray Iaea Jazz Project".  Take a listen and enjoy his great playing.  You can purchase his CD here.

Late December, I performed with Tsunami for the Department of Corrections' annual Holiday bash.  That was fun.

Early January, I performed with Northern California's renouned Solsa Band at Harlows in Sacramento. 

And this past weekend, I attended my good friend Paul Jackson Jr's CD release party at Spaghettini's in Seal Beach.  I had a great time hooking up with the gang and my relatives!  It's one of those...you should have been there!   With that, congratulations Paul on the new release and of course best wishes to you and your new bride!

Alex Dedal, Paul Jackson Jr, and Cora Dedal
Cora Dedal & Blanche Jackson
Donn Wyatt & Alex Dedal
Freddie Flewellen
Rastine Calhoun, Freddie Flewellen, and Paul Jr.
Paul Jackson Jr & Rastine Calhoun
Rastine Calhoun & Alex Dedal
Paul Jackson Sr. and Cora Dedal
Donn Wyatt , Kevin Carter, and Alex Dedal
10/1/08
Jeff Lorber was in town today promoting his new CD "Heard That" at Borders.  Thanks to Bruno and Clint for giving me the head's up, I was able to catch his trio peformance.  Jeff (keys), Nate Phillips (bass), and Mr. Mac (drums and other tracks).  Simply awesome...as usual.  Most memorable moment?...playing Gershwin....now how 'bout that.

 

9/29/08
Just received Paul's new CD!  Talk about funk!  You think Brian Culbertson's latest release was "funky" (Bringing Back the Funk)?  Well, this CD is "funkier"!  Go buy the new release and check it out.  It is available at CDBaby.  By the way, check out the credits ;)

9/21/08
I performed with the renowned Solsa Band of Sacramento at a private function last night...a lovely wedding at the Radisson Hotel, Sacramento.  It was definitely a beautiful night for celebration.  The bonus of the evening was that Brian Culbertson was also performing at another venue within the hotel.  I was able to view parts of his performance during the our extended breaks.  He was definitely throwing it down! ...Thank you Joe Garcia and band for allowing me to perform with you all.

9/16/08
Collaboration has started with fellow musician Jim Heidinger (guitarist).  Jim's has composed several great Smooth Jazz tunes and some brilliantly composed straight-up Jazz tracks as well.  I am looking forward to working with him on his project.

9/8/08
Paul Jackson Jr.'s new CD "Lay It Back" will be released real soon!  Just heard an exclusive track of Paul (featuring the Ricky Minor Band) performing "Don't You Worry 'Bout a Thing" [written by: Stevie Wonder/Produced and Arranged by Paul Jackson Jr.]  Thank you Paul Sr./Branch Records Inc. for the promo CD!!! Just can't wait......

9/01/08
Completed 2 more tracks for my upcoming CD "Reminisce".

8/31/08
Celebrated my birthday with my family...hmmm, am I that old?

8/16/08
Completed 2 tracks for my upcoming CD "Reminisce".

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