Originally Posted by BabuMusic
That's cool that you're getting the gang back together, Izzy. I'd like to hear you if you ever record anything --even rehersals. I haven't been able to jam in over a year, and missed a bunch of gig opertunities. Are you doing originals, too? Yes, i missed you --you're one of the guys i follow here to read what you write. Those contributions are as outstanding as your songs.

Okay. Now to this song. First of all the song pic reminds me of my wife's favorite movie, UP! What a great place to get inspired, people watching and making up stories for them. (i do that all the time) I really like the vocals. Really cool lyrics from a gifted imagination. "...kingdom from discarded parts." Yep. How it's meant to be for sure. What a wonderful band too. A sax and mandolin on the same stage. Love the whole package, Izzy.


Hey Marty,

Thanks so much for the kind words! You’ve officially made me blush, and since I’m a musician, I’m supposed to be far too jaded and mysterious for that. 🙄

I’m really sorry to hear you’ve been sidelined from gigging for a year. I’m hoping it’s just a case of "the world’s most inconvenient hiatus" and nothing too serious health-wise! A bass player without a band is like a sandwich without bread—just a sad, disorganized pile of ingredients. ☹
I'm certain your world is a gloomier place when your gear is gathering dust. 🌼
I’m sending you all the good vibes for a speedy recovery. Don't let those bass strings go rusty on me!

As for the rehearsal, I’ve got a bit of a situation. Our main singer has skipped town for a three-week holiday so the band is temporarily a headless chicken which means yours truely has been "volun-told" to step up to the mic. I’ll be sure to record a rehearsal for you—warts and all. Fair warning: it might be more "discarded parts" than "kingdom" for the first few takes!🎤 🎜 ♫ 😍

I’m glad you caught the UP vibe from the song pic! I haven't seen the movie yet, but you’ve convinced me—it’s officially on the watchlist. Since 'How it’s meant to be' is all about finding that soul mate, I figured it was the perfect aesthetic. ♀️👵 ♂️👱 💗

Thanks again for the encouragement, Marty. Let’s hope you’re back to the gig circuit before you know it.
I’ll keep you posted on the rehearsal recording—if I survive the three weeks!

All the best,

Izzy