Well, like the saying goes... ...You can lead a horse to water, but teach him how to play tennis, and it's 'good-bye alto sax'! In other words, I have officially left "andband" as bass player/singer. I knew I was called to be a servant to John Schlitt's ministry, but the guys have decided to become an 'actual' band - something I knew I wasn't called to do. In fact, Lord willing, I will still play with the guys as John's back-up band, but I know that I would not be available at this time to write and record new material with them. I actually had one practise with them before I had to let the guys know I wasn't going to be with them, and it only made it harder! The songs are tremendous! Jon and Enosh have already submitted some original stuff and it's amazing!! The musicainship in that band is tremendous and whoever replaces me as bassist/vocalist will not be disappointed with the new material. Pray for them!
After 6 shows with John Schlitt, I've learned a few things. He's as real as he says he is. He's amazingly gentle, but a tough businessman. He KNOWS what he's doing! I stand in awe of his professionalism.
He can forget words to the National Anthem, yet still win the respect of an audience. (Ha ha) ![Very Happy :D](./images/smilies/icon_biggrin.gif)
Seriously though, the guys GOT IT!! He's was a headliner in the secular market and went through hell - became a headliner in the Christian market and went through Heaven, now he's back to earth with his head held high, preparing for another trip through the Promised Land, as he so richly deserves.
And lastly... ...and believe me... ...he ain't no 50 something years old... ...his drivers license might say different, but he's a 25 year old rocker that still has a lot to say. Listen to him.
God bless.
Mat.