So upon returning from the east coast life for me has been about restoring, replenishing, and rejuvenating my mind, body, and spirit. I feel the time away has done a lot of good and has helped me to gain a lot of perspective. Though life is seemingly unchanged I have the need for innovation and yet a good amount of revisiting. It really is a good time to begin writing music.

To keep the flow of things I have been lucky enough to be invited by my good friend Brandon Apeles to do a couple of shows with singer/songwriter Erika Elona. So far we go the 27th @Hawaiian Brian's (Kapiolani above the 24 Hour Fitness) and the 31st @Jazz Minds (Across the street!). She's got a really groovy home grown voice that's really soothing to the ears. I have the times posted and will give you more information as the dates get closer. Should be good fun! Come grab a drink after work!

Here's a video!

Sex Puppet goes into the studio tomorrow to begin tracking the newly arrange My Chevelle. This is going to be done once again with our buddy Bran Apeles and with the genius of Shawn Mosely at Soul Sound in Kaneohe. My Chevelle will be featured on the compilation CD, "HI Alternative," which will be released later this year. For up to date information with the project check back here. Should be an awesome CD release party as well!

Also this site is now going by www.nealchin808.com. For your convenience as so I don't forget my name and the area code I live in.

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