ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAMER AND ICONIC MUSICIAN DAVE MASON RELEASES
LONG-AWAITED NEW ALBUM: 26 Letters ~ 12 Notes

One of the most critically acclaimed musicians to date and a co-founder of rock super-group Traffic, singer/songwriter/guitarist Dave Mason has finalized his most personal effort in years with the just announced release of a solo album, 26 Letters ~ 12 Notes on October 14, 2008.

The album has been six years in the making and was self-produced by Mason and recorded in his California home studio.

A soulful blend of Mason’s rock and blues influences, the album contains 12 tracks all of which feature Mason’s singing and guitar handiwork.

Dave Mason gets back to his roots writing and recording the songs and music that make him the Rock & Roll legend that he is, on his new album, "26 Letters ~ 12 Notes". From his days playing with Traffic, along with Jimi Hendrix, The Rolling Stones, and Eric Clapton, Dave Mason's new CD, "26 Letters ~ 12 Notes" captures the heart and soul again and again with songs like "Good 2 U", "One Day" and "How Do I Get To Heaven".

The album is sold through digital outlets and retail outlets nationwide from Out The Box Records.

click HERE for 26 Letters ~ 12 Notes review

On March 17, 2009, John Niekrash, Ted Knapp and Dave Mason met outside of Hartford, Ct at the Department of Labor. The meeting was set up through the Veterans Administration. 11 returning veterans had heard about Work Vessels for Vets and the programs they offered. Soldiers wrote letters explaing their needs and their situation and based on the letters, recipient were selected.

A Rock n Roll Hall of Famer and a Noble Cause!

John Niekrash  founded Work Vessels For Veterans (WVFV), a foundation to assist returning U.S. military personnel looking to start their own business.

John is a commercial lobsterman in Connecticut and donated his boat to a returning U.S. Marine last April, as he needed a bigger vessel. Thus began WVFV; the full story can be seen on his web site: www.workvesselsforvets.org

Traffic

At age 18, the Worchester England native teamed up with Steve Winwood, Jim Capaldi and Chris Wood to form the legendary band Traffic. At 19, Mason penned the song "Feelin' Alright". This song has since become a rock and roll anthem, having been recorded by well over 48 artists, the best known version being Joe Cocker. The group's profound influence over rock music remains unquestioned even today.