Reminder: Bernie Williams CD Is Out Now

Just a reminder to all of the Bernie fans out there that his new CD came out yesterday. Go out and show Bernie some love by picking up a copy. If you'd like to know more about it, you can read me review by clicking here.

If you'd like to check out a video of Bernie playing a song live on Good Day NY, click here.

Enjoy.

J-Boogie

Now Batting: Bernie Williams

Bernie Williams is doing some appearances to promote his new album, Moving Forward. See below for his appearance dates and if you're interested in reading my review of his new CD, click here.

Wednesday April 8th (Check your local listings)
Bernie will be playing a concert on the YES Network.

Tuesday, April 14th 6:00pm
Bernie will be signing CDs (and only cds) at the Borders at Penn Station in New York, NY.

Wednesday, April 15th 6:00pm
Bernie will be signing CDs (and only cds) at the FYE in Milford, CT.

Saturday, April 18th Doors open at 8:00pm
Bernie will be performing at the Nokia Theater in Times Square, New York.

Friday, April 24th 12:00pm
Bernie will be signing at Borders in Downtown Crossing, Boston (10-24 School st.)

Enjoy and if you happen to get the opportunity to take in one of the events, let me know. I'd love to hear how they were.

J-Boogie

Bernie Williams: Guitar Hero

I got a chance to listen to an advanced copy of Bernie Williams' new album, Moving Forward. My review in 2 words: LOVE IT! It's a great album from top to bottom. It's the perfect album to listen to when you just want to chill and relax. It's also the perfect album to just have playing in the background as you go through the day. As I sat and listened to it, I couldn't help to play along with some air-guitaring. I just laid on the couch, closed my eyes, moved my head back and forth with a smile on my face, playing along. It's addictive. It really is. If they ever game out with any of Bernie's songs on Guitar Hero or Rock Band, I'd be all over it.

For my money when it comes to music, there is no sweeter sound than a well played acoustic guitar. Bernie is extremely talented when it comes to playing his ax. He's also quite the talented song-writer. My most favorite songs were the following:

• Moving Forward - This is the 1st song on the album and sets things off perfectly.
• He Reigns
• Go For It - If you want to spend 7 minutes in heaven, listen to this song.
• Chillin In The West
• Take Me Out to the Ball Game - Bernie puts a nice spin on the old classic. It's beautifully arranged and any baseball fan is sure to love it.
• Glory Days (Live w/Patti Scialfa & Bruce Springsteen) - This was recorded at Joe Torre's 2007 Safe at Home dinner. Bernie gets a solo about halfway through and shows his skills.

There is a quote from James Taylor in the album jacket that reads, "Bernie is one in a million (at least). A champion athlete and a gifted musician. What are the odds?" I couldn't have said it any better myself. He was a champion on the field. He'll be a champion on the stage.

If you're a fan of Bernie Williams, or a fan of music in general, do yourself a favor and pick up his CD when it comes out on April 14th. If you're lucky enough to live in the NYC area, you can join Bernie at the Nokia Theatre in Times Square on April 18th to celebrate the album's release. That promises to be a great night. If only I lived close by.

Peace, love and Pinstripes,

J-Boogie

Bernie Has A Brand New Record

For those of you that don't know, Bernie Williams has a new album coming out. The album is called Moving Forward. It's his sophomore album and is schedule to be released on April 14th. The album features performances by Dave Koz, Jon Secada, and a very special live performance with Bruce Springsteen and Patti Scialfa. According to the press release, the album "embraces those early influences (salsa, merengue and 80's rock), while also reflecting a unique mixture of classical and jazz guitar topped-off with additional Latin rhythms." Good stuff if you ask me.

I am being sent a copy of the CD to review and will hopefully be posting that review sometime this weekend, assuming of course it comes in today's mail. But for now, here's a song to whet your appetite. The song is Bernie's cover of Take Me Out to the Ballgame and you can listen to it by clicking here.

Make sure to check back this weekend for my review. If it's anything like his first album, The Journey Within, it won't disappoint. If you haven't listened to it, do so now.

Peace, love and Pinstripes,

J-Boogie