Thursday
Aug062009
I was not in Houston this week.
Thursday, August 6, 2009 at 04:25PM
I was not in Houston this week. Caedmon's Call however, was there, starting to put together a new project. It was my decision to sit this one out, and I feel it was the right one.
Basically, I finished what was scheduled with Caedmon's through the end of last year (and a couple things earlier this year) and after that dove headfirst into production/songwriting/artist stuff in Nashville. It's been good. When the band started talking about a new project I thought about it, prayed about it, looked at my schedule and my goals and realized: this wasn't a project for me.
This year off the road in Nashville has been a pretty powerful one for me. I've felt a new foundation solidifying under my feet. Still not sure what all it means, but I know it's good, and that it means pursuing some new things.
Seems like that decision was a good one for the band as well, freeing them up to pursue something they couldn't have done with me. I think it will be a great project and I look forward to seeing what it becomes.
There is no ill will, none at all. Just a matter of moving on. Knowing the history of this band, and the way I am, I don't imagine never working alongside these friends again. The success rate of people quitting this band is shockingly low.
Instead I'll be playing a few select solo shows in the Fall, moving into a new, more permanent studio space, producing and writing with a few other artists and trying to finish a quartet of random solo projects. I just got my mailing list working again, so sign up and I'll keep you up to date.
Anyway, that's the long and short of it. I've been blessed and honored to be a part of the Caedmon's story for six and a half years now. I want to thank you guys for listening and accepting me and thank the band for inviting me in and loving me.
The best part about Caedmon’s being the family that they are is that you always remain a part of it. That’s a great thing to know, and a testament to who the band is as people. I can't wait to hear what they come up with next.
Basically, I finished what was scheduled with Caedmon's through the end of last year (and a couple things earlier this year) and after that dove headfirst into production/songwriting/artist stuff in Nashville. It's been good. When the band started talking about a new project I thought about it, prayed about it, looked at my schedule and my goals and realized: this wasn't a project for me.
This year off the road in Nashville has been a pretty powerful one for me. I've felt a new foundation solidifying under my feet. Still not sure what all it means, but I know it's good, and that it means pursuing some new things.
Seems like that decision was a good one for the band as well, freeing them up to pursue something they couldn't have done with me. I think it will be a great project and I look forward to seeing what it becomes.
There is no ill will, none at all. Just a matter of moving on. Knowing the history of this band, and the way I am, I don't imagine never working alongside these friends again. The success rate of people quitting this band is shockingly low.
Instead I'll be playing a few select solo shows in the Fall, moving into a new, more permanent studio space, producing and writing with a few other artists and trying to finish a quartet of random solo projects. I just got my mailing list working again, so sign up and I'll keep you up to date.
Anyway, that's the long and short of it. I've been blessed and honored to be a part of the Caedmon's story for six and a half years now. I want to thank you guys for listening and accepting me and thank the band for inviting me in and loving me.
The best part about Caedmon’s being the family that they are is that you always remain a part of it. That’s a great thing to know, and a testament to who the band is as people. I can't wait to hear what they come up with next.
Reader Comments (14)
I can't wait to hear what *you* come up with next.
Dude.
Sooo...that begs the question, who is playing lead guitar on the new Caedmon's album? Is Derek playing or is someone else playing? This is just the number 1 Caedmon's fan in Dallas wanting to know. God bless you Andy in your new endeavors and come back to Dallas!
"a quartet of random solo projects" - I'm intrigued and excited.
And Rick, according to Derek's incessant tweeting over the past week, he was with at least a large portion of Caedmon's. I don't know that means he'll be part of this new mystery project, but he was there.
Andy, you've certainly left your mark on Caedmon's Call. The next chapter for you, and the next chapter for them is exciting to think about.
Andy, Caedmon's has been brilliant with you. Excited about what's in store for you and the music and goodness that comes out of it. Holla.
we the caedmon's fans will miss you and i echo what geof said.
We all have been listening to your music prior to Caedmons, with the normals, solo, and will continue compadre. I think that wherever you apply yourself, you will be fine.
This is a very bittersweet moment but I'm very excited for you Andy! I look forward to what you and Caedmons are up to next and I want to thank you for all you brought to the band. Several months back y'all played a show in my hometown of Harlingen Texas to a frankly not-so-great crowd but you made it amazing with your hearts and your talent so I'll always be grateful to y'all for that. I'm excited to see what the future holds.
Of course we will continue to support you as a solo artist and I look forward to hearing what is still to come for you, but I am just heart broken as well. Although highly unusual, I am just speechless.
I'll listen to whatever you do. Normals reunion?
Thanks for your work with Caedmon's Call. As a long-time Caedmon's fan, I am now a big Andy fan and that will not change.
ditto warren. I will be completely frank and say that Caedmon's is less of a band w/o you. Just one fan's observation. Still love CC though.
I've always liked C's Call, but you made them better.