Analog Moon played its first gig on June 17, 2005. In the three years that followed, we met a lot of great people, played for some great crowds as well as for just the crew and the bartenders on some nights, driven for miles, and slept on a lot of couches. Most of all, we had a great time, and I’m very proud of what we’ve accomplished thus far. As many of you know, I’ve recently moved from Columbia to Asheville, NC. That move will bring about a lot of change for Analog Moon, most notably, a parting of ways between myself and my Columbia brethren.

So as Analog Moon enters a new phase, I’d like to personally thank the extremely talented musicians that played a part in its formative years. First, Rusty Ginn, who was there at the band’s conception deserves much credit for his ideas and patience while I brainstormed for the original direction of the project. Chris Jones, who signed on soon after, has also been a notable creative force and, aside from myself, has been the band’s longest running member. James Ervin has been an enormous source of energy and a fantastic bass player. Other members have included Chris Deaver, Brian Sansbury, Stephen Stokes, and Scott Crossley, all very talented musicians whom I’m lucky to have shared a stage or bar floor with. Ryan Monroe, Jeff Kozelski, and Dennis Ware have all contributed as well, whether it be in the studio or as last minute fill-ins to help us fulfill a gig obligation. To each of you I owe my appreciation.

As for what the future holds, I can’t tell. I’m continuing to write and explore more sonic ground. Analog Moon will continue, but in what format I do not know. I’m truly enjoying my time in Asheville and can’t wait to see how it influences my perception of music, art, and of the world in general. Analog Moon was always an experiment, the focal point of which is the unknown. In that realm, we’ve found favor. Here’s to continuing in that direction, whatever it may be.

Cheers!
-todd