Well, having made it through the holidays and New Year's, I've finally had a little bit of time to reflect on 2025, so I thought I'd share some of those reflections with you all…
This last year was BUSY! To say the least. Between all of the great gigs this past year, continuing work on the re-record of the “Dancing With Dragons” LP, and just life in general, 2025 kept me moving at a steady clip, which for me was a good thing. There were definitely some challenges along the way, both musically and personally. There was a point there actually a few months ago where I had thought that I was going to have to change course with some things personally, and take a step back from the music career. But like always after having a little time to recoup myself and putting some things in perspective, I realized that at the end of the day, playing music and being involved with the creative process was where I belonged and what I really wanted to do. I learned a few things over the course of last year, one of which was that once again, life is short and it can go by in the blink of an eye. Do what makes you happy, what your passionate about, and you'll never go wrong.
Most of the personal challenges over the last year had to do with some physical issues (nothing too serious thankfully) but it definitely made me realize once again that I'm apparently no longer indestructible lol, and that there's things I need to do on a regular to make sure I'm operating at the best level I can, and performing at the best level I can so I've been doing my best to be aware of that, ‘cause there’s lots of things I still wanna accomplish so I don't plan on going anywhere anytime soon.
Mostly I wanna give thanks to all of the wonderful musicians I've gotten to work with this past year, between Rock Inc, Carnival of Sins, The Edge, and 55: A Tribute to Sammy Hagar(RIP my band brotha Geno Warren) it has truly been an adventure, and I couldn't have asked for a better cast of characters to jam with and share the stage with, I love you guys and gals. You all are what keep me going!
As for the 2026, my goals are simple. I just want to continue to strive to better myself physically, mentally, and spiritually. I have recently embarked upon getting a new band off the ground, …Of Stars and Shadows. We're very excited to be working on putting together some great music to share with you all. I'll be continuing to finish up work on the re-record of the “Dancing With Dragons” LP. If there's time, maybe start working on my 3'rd instrumental album as I've had some ideas in the can for a bit. And of course I'll be out around town continuing to burn up stages with Rock Inc. and Carnival of Sins. So best I can tell ya's for right now is, hang on for the ride, ‘cause I’m just gettin' started baby! Much love to you all, see you soon!
MF