We are happy to Announce
The Professor and his wife Connie will, once a month, pick either their favorite music
by extremely talented, cool, worthy musicians, (some who are  new on the scene and
some who are classics) OR their favorites in film, video, and independents, old and new. 

The Johnsons have an uncanny ability to discover outstanding talent sometimes years
before they hit it big. Talent like Dave Matthews Band, Phish, Diana Krall, Aimee
Mann and Moby to name just a few. That's a pretty glowing recommendation, right?

You bet it is! Remember, the Professor always had keen powers of observation, a talent
he and Connie share, and the two of them are thrilled to introduce you to brand new
up-and-comers as the PROFESSOR PICKS this month's favorites in ROCK and BLUES:
 

Gray Matter Band Debut CD - "tastes like chicken" 

He is Gray Pender . . . Here is a great guy we have known since he was born. 
His mother Mercedes Shirley Pender was a dear friend and world renown drama
coach and actress, who not only ran, but taught at the prestigious
Stella Adler School of Acting in Hollywood, CA.. 

Gray was so low key about his talent that when he sent us his first CD, one that he
and his band made in his living room (well, at least some of it), we didn't know
what to think. We just prayed it would be good because a close friendship doesn't
necessarily guarantee a high recommendation from us.  Well, Gray's CD has,
as a matter of fact, inspired us to finally add this web page that has been
baking in the back of our minds since the inception of this website.

Well, we played Gray's CD and we were astounded. It is Brilliant! His music and lyrics
are 1st class. The guy plays amazing guitar. His lyrics, like his band, are touching,
original, witty - some are gritty. Believe us, it's worth a visit to his website, where
you can listen to Gray's music before purchasing this remarkable CD!
Just click on his CD cover above.

   Our 2nd pick is the Nora Jones CD - "Come Away with Me"

Nora Jones is the beautiful  22 year old daughter of the great Ravi Shankar.
She doesn't need the mention of her lineage, except that it is most interesting.
She is as smooth and silky as Peggy Lee ever was. 
A Texas Rose, her style is unique and as fresh as they come.

We are happy to say we think Nora and Gray are going to be a BIG -
definitely stars in the making!
 Nora's CD is available at music stores everywhere.
You can also find it online at amazon.com, where you can listen to
excerpts of the songs on this CD. Take care and and till next month -

God Bless You,
Connie and Russell