SHOP
Project: Montserrat
Origin:
Montserrat, West Indies
Genres:
Instrumental
Years Active:
1984- Present
Label:
Belham Valley Records
Website:
Project: Montserrat is a benefit album which released in 1997 for the people of the island of Montserrat, West Indies. Montserrat was seriously damaged by Hurricane Hugo in 1989, then by volcanic eruptions in 1995. The album was created to raise funds for the victims. Montserrat was home for Gary for over 12 years.
COLLECTION
Origin:
My Mind
Genres:
Instrumental
Years Active:
1984- Present
Label:
Belham Valley Records
Website:
It's difficult to decide on my personal favorites...these are a few I picked out.
Maria Maria
Origin:
My Mind
Genres:
Instrumental
Years Active:
1984- Present
Label:
Belham Valley Records
Website:
This album is dedicated to our beautiful daughter. The Reggae song "Raspberries" is a sung by Masha, lyrics by us both. The track aired live on ZJB Radio Montserrat in 2014 during an interview by Rose Willock. Masha had just turned 10.
1459
Origin:
My Mind
Genres:
Instrumental
Years Active:
1984- Present
Label:
Belham Valley Records
Website:
The title track "1459" is inspired by my wife's book, "The Rebirth of Francesca" which takes place in 1459 Italy. The track "Francesca" is based on the character in the book.
Little Bird
Origin:
My Mind
Genres:
Instrumental
Years Active:
1984- Present
Label:
Belham Valley Records
Website:
The birds came before the photo came- before the song came.
Floating in the Air
Origin:
My Mind
Genres:
Instrumental
Years Active:
1984- Present
Label:
Belham Valley Records
Website:
Title track "Floating in the Air" was composed in a few hours. "Walking Down The Street With My Baby" was my first song using electric guitar.
Islarebel
Origin:
My Mind
Genres:
Instrumental
Years Active:
1984- Present
Label:
Belham Valley Records
Website:
Title track "Islarebel" was inspired by Montserrat's nocturnal life.
RISE
Origin:
My Mind
Genres:
Instrumental
Years Active:
1984- Present
Label:
Belham Valley Records
Website:
Once Around De Island
Origin:
My Mind
Genres:
Instrumental
Years Active:
1984- Present
Label:
Belham Valley Records
Website:
Obviously a lot of Montserrat influence on this album. The bass line in "Once Around De Island" came first, then the drum track with the heavy reverb on the hi-hats.
My Music My World
Origin:
My Mind
Genres:
Instrumental
Years Active:
1984- Present
Label:
Belham Valley Records
Website:
Windy Hill was one of my favorite places on Montserrat.
Pirati
Origin:
My Mind
Genres:
Instrumental
Years Active:
1984- Present
Label:
Belham Valley Records
Website:
The track "Pirates" was a challenge from my wife. She asked, "try to compose something like you'd hear in Pirates of the Caribbean"...this was my attempt.
Songs de la Guitarra
Origin:
My Mind
Genres:
Instrumental
Years Active:
1984- Present
Label:
Belham Valley Records
Website:
A collection of tracks using electric and acoustic guitars in my mix.
"Present Situation" is a recent remake of "Sweet Dreams"
Play For Good Health
Origin:
My Mind
Genres:
Instrumental
Years Active:
1984- Present
Label:
Belham Valley Records
Website:
"Hapimom" was a Mother's Day gift for my wife. I composed and recorded it in a few hours. I saw the chords of "My Friend and I" in a dream.
Time Machine
Origin:
My Mind
Genres:
Instrumental
Years Active:
1984- Present
Label:
Belham Valley Records
Website:
Pretty Mango
Origin:
My Mind
Genres:
Instrumental
Years Active:
1984- Present
Label:
Belham Valley Records
Website:
Title track "Pretty Mango" is named after a type of Mango we'd eat on Montserrat. The Tango version is coming soon.
Parts of "Loco Coco" were used for radio advertising in the Caribbean