"...even if my voice comes back again..."

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
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Comments

[Ann]

I'm so glad you're bacl, hope you had a good break from all those tours. I cannot wait to hear your new album..."the glass passenger" that sounds so good.
I'm soo hoping i can see you feb 1st in mahwah. I think i'll cry if I can't make it. You're so close to where i live! But i have absolutely no way of getting there. This sucks.
But i'm wayy excited. can;t wait:D
<3

[Mallory]

You seem to be an amazing individual that has touched many lives in a short time.
I can't wait for the new album... "..even if my voice comes back..." It will never sound the same again...?

And 4 years isn't a very big age difference...Just saying.

[Caroline]

oh my god..
i was starting to worry about you Andrew!
but i'm glad your better, and if you need to keep to yourself for a while..do it.
i love you, okay?
Caroline

[Chris]

The excitement I possess is surreal.

[Alicia]

ahhh, yay you posted. im excited about the cd, im sure i'll adore it no matter what it's like.

merry chrismachkwanzawanadan! =]

yeah there is no way i could ever say that correctly out loud.

[JJ]

i have to say i have been missing your blogs. They seem to be coming a lot less frequently, but i will wait. I'm unbelivably excited for the new album, it will make my year. Thank you for all you have done and all the music you have made. (i just read about every post since May 2005 and my eyes are tired)

[JJ]

i have to say i have been missing your blogs. They seem to be coming a lot less frequently, but i will wait. I'm unbelivably excited for the new album, it will make my year. Thank you for all you have done and all the music you have made. (i just read about every post since May 2005 and my eyes are tired)

[Karlin]

i'm so excited, you have no idea... i'm sure this album will quickly become the soundtrack to my life, just like the first one did

thanks for the updates andrew :]

[Pier-Luc]

If the next album gives me as much shivers as pretty much any thing you have ever touched (that I've heard at least), I think it's worth it to wait for years...

[kate]

Cannot wait for your new album. =]
This entry definetly made my day.
Come to the UK real soon, please!
x

[Libby]

Dear Andrew,

I just read the news about the new album in my intro to mac class, and I had a moment. Was teased by my two friends who I think have decided that I'm obsessed and crazy. Maybe I am. Ah well. Congratulations on all the hard work, and the time spent on your project. Can't wait to hear what you've been up to.

[Jing]

Andrew, I can't wait for the new album, I'm sure it will be as musically and artistically inspiring as the first. I hope you have a wonderful holiday season and I hope to see you in concert soon!

Merry Christmas!

[Amy]

Have a good christmas and new year.
I'm definetly getting your new album when it comes out, and hopefully the AP magazine as well!
You should come to Edinburgh, Please!
All ages? :D
xxxx

[ashley]

Awesome, Andrew.
I cant wait for it.

I wish you the best.

[Orie]

HAPPY CHRISTMAS!!

[Rachel]

YAY ANDREW!
can't wait for the new album! take your time. Everything on 'In Transit' is magic, so don't rush yourself.
i'm currently watching "It's a Wonderful Life" for the first time. ever. seriously. it's not half bad. If you havn't watched it, Andrew, i sudjest you give it a go.
PLEASE COME TO VIRGINIA BEACH!!!!!!!!
please?
love ya, Rachel*

[Rachel]

ps: Merry Christmas (from the jewish girl)

[Angela]

hey Andrew,
It's cool that your posting again. The name of the new album is profound. There are a lot of ways one could see that; depending on his or her background. Imagery and alligory is the best type of writing. In my view, your music fits into that category

just something funny the other fans might like:
I was looking at articles for biology. In a scholarly journal, the main author puts his or her contact information, so that if anyone has questions... Anyway, one I read was written by an Andrew Mcmahon (probably not the same person.) All I could think is, " Poor guy! He probably gets a lot of calls that have nothing to do with cellular biology."

[Addison]

If silence speaks louder than words then I am sure you are tired of screaming by now...

I'm glad you took the time to let us know what is going on and I'm eagerly anticipating the release of the Dear Jack Movie.

[constanza]

Happy new year Andrew! A new year is always all the more reason to allow for opportunities, to be swept up, and to soak up all the happenings and their effects on you.

This year why don't you: 1) try to be even more present to each moment and whether good or bad, let your own attitudes and reaction to the acceptance of them be your focus, 2) travel (I spent new year's eve on a skyscraper in Hong Kong and it was amazing), and 3) take a yoga class! Just try it, there is nothing anyone can say that will even begin to to make you understand, you just have to see for yourself.

Of course, there's no way anyone will know whether you do these things or not, but there's no time like n o w to do something different, something new, and to give yourself a chance to be a better, happier, stronger you.
Okay essay ends here. Have an awesome 2008.
you are lovedd:)

[Jacob]

Hey Andrew,
Thanks for the update; it brightens my day to see you healed and making your beautiful music again :]
I can't wait for the new album, I plan in camping outside the record store.
Again, thanks for making your music, its gotten me through some very hard times.

~Jacob

[bob]

please come to new zealand.
i know you were going to come with fall out boy but then didnt.
please come.

[Erika]

Andrew, I just read your entire blog and you are such an inspiration. You could write a book called "How to be Awesome" and it would be a best seller. So, you've inspired me to start playing the piano again after a nine year break. When you write songs do you normally write the music or lyrics first? And what mood are you usually in when you write?

[Ju]

Hey Andrew, I am just one more girl in the midle of a thousand who loves you and your fantastic band and musics, I really love it... and I'm so glad to hear that it's a new album coming out! but I live in Brazil and here I can't find your cd's! that's terrible! but when I go to the states I'll buy it! You know, my dad sad that if I pass in the college he will buy me a car but Intead of this I will ask for a trip to see a JM show!
;)

kisses from Ju

[Lindsay]

i miss you.

lindsay.