Ric Skinner's "Lot 14" Band

A few months back I was contacted by a musician friend of mine, Ric Skinner, to do the photography for a CD his band was about to release. Having worked with the band in the past and having discussed the visual concept for the CD with Ric, it was a project I was happy to accept.

Ric Skinner, Lead Guitar - Vocals

The band was formed in 2009, with the latest line up featuring Ric Skinner, Jeremy Skinner, Dan Rogers, Phil Santiago and Sarah Worden. The diverse experience each member brings to the band, contributes to a musical style, they describe as a unique blend of “Retro progressive jazz rock”, that is deeply rooted in their original material and the tunes they tastefully cover.

The CD which is named “Transition”, is truly a home grown project as all of the creative aspects of the production were performed in Orange County. It also includes guest performances by Dale Hammond and Dan Brother.

Phil Santiago, Bass - Vocals   |   Dan Rogers, Guitar - Vocals

                    Sarah Worden, Vocals  |  Jeremy Skinner, Drums - Keyboards

Ric Skinner's “Lot 14” Band is one of many groups and soloists in Orange County, that still play out live in spite of the shrinking amount of live music venues. Though technology has evolved to the point where almost any live performance can be download or streamed to our computers or mobile devices, nothing can replace the up close and personal relationship one has with a music performance, when it's experienced live.

So the next time you feel like listening to music, unplug your iPod and check out some of the great musicians your local clubs are featuring. You might discover something different than what's being played on your local radio stations. You will also be supporting live music and your local economy by patronizing live music venues.

For a list of live dates and where you can purchase the new Ric Skinner's “Lot 14” Band CD, “Transition”, visit their site on ReverbNation.