Hello world. I know I have spent so much time away from this page, and to those of you who are still checking it regularly, thank you for your patience. It's good to be back. To be honest, the past several months have been spiritually grueling, leaving little time to process much of anything other than music and the subjects that inspire it's creation. It's been a hard fought war for the album I am now referring to as "the glass passenger" and I have been reluctant to share too many details along the way, as it has been in constant evolution. The truth is, this record came with so many possible directions, and while that seems to lend itself to an implied freedom, it has taken me quite some time to find the voice and the words that would artfully portray this particular moment in my life. That said, last night, after a long recording session and a good listen on my rainy drive home I started to feel the finishing on the horizon, and that feeling is carrying me now. I will try and be more regular with my contact. Again, thank you all for your patience.
More soon
a
Yay! It's good to hear you are back and doing well. Can't wait for the new music. It will be worth the wait, though. You are amazing, you are my hero. Hope to hear more soon.
Krystal Lee<33 :-)
Posted by: Krystal Lee | December 09, 2007 at 05:45 PM
Andrew, it's good to hear from you again. I'm eagerly anticipating some new sounds. I'll be wandering the streets of Europe next semester, so many I'll be able to pick it up there. If you do a tour, stop by London...I'll be there from January to April, and you know how much I hate missing your concerts. I pulled out a photo from years ago, you and me in Philadelphia. With your long hair and your shampoo bottle. I missed those days, of traveling all over to see you, of surprising you in random cities (or maybe not so surprising) and of hearing your wonderful songs time and time again. I still think back fondly on Lancaster every time I hear "Little".
And its been a long road....I was 14....now I'm 20. How crazy is that?
Laura
(Milwaukee/Philadelphia)
Posted by: Laura Marie | December 09, 2007 at 06:17 PM
yayyyy
Posted by: Jordan | December 09, 2007 at 06:18 PM
i can't wait for the new stuff, we live off it
Posted by: mandee | December 09, 2007 at 07:50 PM
Yes! Yes! Yes! Sounds awesome- keep it up.
Posted by: kohnartist | December 09, 2007 at 11:05 PM
Yay. I'm so excited about this new album! Can't wait for it!
Posted by: Grace Park | December 10, 2007 at 12:20 AM
andrew, you little tease youuuu
Posted by: cookie crunch | December 10, 2007 at 04:25 AM
awh andrew... im so glad that this project is almost over with... it will be so refreshing to hear some new material! stay healthy and good to hear from you bro!
Posted by: gi | December 10, 2007 at 06:50 AM
Your posting made my day.
Posted by: Tiffany | December 10, 2007 at 07:21 AM
is the Glass Passenger a Dexter refrence? I know Dexter has the Dark Passenger that tells him to give into his urges. Can you see right through your passenger?
Posted by: TheSump | December 10, 2007 at 10:42 AM
we all disappear from the digital world now and then, but it really is great to hear from you.
not trying to tear the focus from you, but i need some place to vent, and fast. and because this is almost a no-strings-attached zone, i thought it an ideal place to spill my heart--on the internet to complete strangers. and if you havent realized yet, i'm not exactly in my right mind...
i need some advice. it sounds rediculous coming from a 15 year old, but i guess you can say i grew up fast. when i was 11 i saw my cousin lay a bullet into his own head, and the experience gave my life a full 360. ive had quite a few emotional and pyscological problems since then, and all im looking for is a good friend. without the intention of conceit, i can honestly admit to being a mature person. i can be trusted, i can forgive, i can talk/listen/help/you name it. i think its safe to say that i am a good friend. and yet, for some reason i cant seem to hold a friendship. i feel as though evveryone leaves me after theyre bored. im lost and alone and i need some sort of direction.
i cant believe im writing this all here.
i just really dont have anyone to talk to, and i figured fans of the Great Andrew McMahon might offer some positive feedback. and even if not, i just want everyone to know that whoever you are, i love you, and i care about you.
and i hope you all have a great day.
peace,
mary-kate
Posted by: mary-kate m | December 10, 2007 at 11:11 AM
andrew,
you know how much your music means to so many people, so don't let the anxiety stress you! i know i will love anything you put out. you have so many people's support. just remember that :)
you are loved by so many people and i am SO excited for the new album and to finally see you again.
<3 chelsea (southern cali)
Posted by: chelsea azevedo | December 10, 2007 at 12:43 PM
I'm excited for the album! And as always, it's wonderful to hear from you, Andrew. I can't wait =)
Posted by: Melissa W | December 10, 2007 at 12:56 PM
we miss you.
Posted by: betsy | December 10, 2007 at 01:26 PM
ahhh i cant believe i missed this post, normally i see them like day of.
wow.
anyways all i can offer is support like the rest.
listening to a jacks album and a rainy drive home... i bet that did wonders (it would for me)
can't wait for the new album or to hear from you more regularly
i missed you
happy holidays
jenna
Posted by: Jenna | December 10, 2007 at 01:53 PM
yay andrew! it's great to hear from you :) i can't wait for this new album and to see you at RIT in Feb! I'm buying the new AP very soon and I cannot wait to read the artice about you, I keep hearing that it is awesome. <3
Posted by: Deandra | December 10, 2007 at 02:25 PM
Hi there! I was wondering when you have finally time to come to the netherlands.. We have never seen you yet, but we are all big fan of Jack's Mannequin..
Posted by: Susan | December 11, 2007 at 04:16 AM
Ah, so nice to see you've updated this. I've been waiting. The glass passenger. That's a beautiful name. I can't wait to hear it, it's going to be amazing as usual.
So, i'm guessing when you're finished recording you're planning a tour?
Come to Canada, Alberta..Calgary. Please.
I've been waiting since LTTW for you to come here.
Posted by: Nicole | December 11, 2007 at 08:58 PM
It's great to hear from you, as always. I can't wait to hear the new material, and I hope you guys come over to the UK soon.
Posted by: Wil | December 12, 2007 at 02:24 AM
Andrew, thank you!
Posted by: Maxwell | December 12, 2007 at 10:53 AM
i hope you're doing well, it's nice to hear from you.
Posted by: Kaitlyn | December 12, 2007 at 11:08 AM
Andrew,
You've just stayed so strong and your story is such an inspiring one, because if I were in your shoes, there'd have been such a strong urge in me to just.. give up. I adrmire you tons for not doing that. And after reading the article in the new AP about JM's upcoming album, I literally jumped out of my skin in excitement! I fell in love with you after the previous album, Everything in Transit, and I can't wait to hear the new stuff. :)
love always
<3
Posted by: Tori | December 12, 2007 at 04:07 PM
i'm glad you've caught some sort of a break. sounds like the album will be nothing short of amazing. take it easy & have a good month!
Posted by: leah s | December 12, 2007 at 05:43 PM
Very excited. :-) Post a demo?
Posted by: Ethan Walfish | December 12, 2007 at 08:05 PM
I just bought my bus ticket to travel forty hours to see Jack's in Connecticut... I'm stoked!
Posted by: Allie | December 12, 2007 at 10:32 PM