It was 94° F when I arrived at the studio for rehearsal Tuesday. We are in the dog days of Summer, but I’ve got to say, I couldn’t be happier to be playing music in this heat wave. I am humbled to be performing on Kris Lucander’s new album. The music is challenging but the musicians are excellent. This is my first chance playing with Nik Hunt. Catching up with Pete Rathier and Joe Lordan was also great. Honestly, so much has happened in our lives and in the world since I’ve s