Rehearsals

Had the first rehearsal tonight with the guys since January. The record isn't finished yet, but it felt great to get back to the rehearsal space and test drive a few of the new songs, while also going back to some older and more familiar ones. There are some kinks that need to be ironed out, especially with translating some of the newer songs from the studio to the live setting, but I'm really encouraged by tonight. It's always hard reconvening for rehearsals because I automatically want us to just rock it and kill every song. But, in reality these things take time and work. Even the older songs need a slight re-touch. We can't sound terrific after just one rehearsal, nor should we, or we wouldn't be really striving to get any better. The boys and I work our asses off, which is why I know each rehearsal is better than the previous. Their dedication means everything to me, so I'm confident by all this.

We'll keep pressing onward. I want to get back to the stage soon. It's been more than a year since Bowery Ballroom show in New York and I know the boys and I are truly itching to be back in front of you all. It's been a long road. Staying positive is important.

-AN


POSTED FROM BROOKLYN, NY AT 11:25 PM

"Wait For Me" - on Real World Cancun finale

Thanks for the emails guys..."Wait For Me" did sneak its way onto the season finale of Real World: Cancun. If you have not seen the finale yet, go to: www.mtv.com

The studio has been treating the band and I very well, but it has been a long year with a lot of writing. With 55 new songs written (and most recorded), I'm happy to be in a position of having to choose 10-12 for the new album, rather than scrambling to fill the last few spots on the record. I have a ton of material that I'm really excited about. The sound is quite different.

If you haven't already, go to www.alexnackman.com to grab a free download of "Bizarre Love Triangle," the New Order cover I did earlier this year. It's all yours.

-AN


POSTED FROM NEW YORK, NY AT 11:56 AM