@CanisPundit Thanks for checking out the WBEZ interview!! We need those inversion perversions to spice up the Holiday canon!!

In the true spontaneous spirit of jazz, I hadn’t met my bass player and drummer till the day we began recording my holiday album. I walked into Chicago’s CRC Studios, sat down at the piano, and 20 minutes later, the three of us cut the opening track of the album on take 2.

Check out my arrangement of Joy To The World, a track that has brought me a great deal of personal joy -- and I hope it does the same for you. Happy Holidays! Listen/purchase on Bandcamp: https://skafish.bandcamp.com/track/joy-to-the-world

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Happiest Holidays to you!

It’s that special time of the year again! Check out Tidings Of Comfort And Joy - A Jazz Piano Trio Christmas, the 1st Skafish holiday jazz album. 68 minutes of real jazz, and real holiday magic! Purchase/Listen: https://linktr.ee/skafish
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@CanisPundit Cheers and best wishes to you always!!!!

Happy Thanksgiving! Today, we're reminded of just how vital gratitude is. For any of us, what we think about, what we resonate with, and what we embrace builds in our lives. And, gratitude is one of those energies that brings such a wondrous level of good. So, whether it's the food you eat, the partner you have, family, friends, and any good that is there for you, celebrate joyously and bless others in the process.

@Animeraider East coast dates were great. We never played Madame Wong's but we headlined the Whisky 2/78 and did some other dates in CA later. As always, to your music and dreams!!!!

Happy earthly birthday to former Skafish band member Barbie Goodrich. We salute Barbie and wish her the very best in her journey on the other side! Pic from Barbie's 30th birthday party provided by Larry Hladek

3-The Ramones were in attendance at the April shows and that's when I first met Joey.

One thing I'll never forget is that for the December shows, a female Cramps fan literally screamed at the top of her lungs through their entire set, matching the volume of the PA.

Looking back, there was a collective energy that anything musically was possible & that the world was being changed. That certainly happened and I'm thrilled to have been a part of it.

Image: Stephen M.H. Braitman

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2-In April we played with the Mumps, and in December, we were on the bill with the Cramps (both great bands). One of the things that really surprised me was that club owner Hilly Kristal was so friendly and welcoming to my band.

As usual, our performances were highly avant-garde and the audiences connected with what we were doing.

Image: Stephen M.H. Braitman

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1-I know some of you were there, so this recent question I was asked is for you and everyone who loves the music!

RE: What was it like playing at CBGB?

First, I want to say that my band was excited to be the first Chicago Punk act to play CBGB in April of 1977, and once again in December that year.

Image: Stephen M.H. Braitman

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@MidnightRider I hear you! I wish it would become the norm.

A world where everyone matters (not just the rich) is a world that can heal.

@Animeraider I appreciate our connection, brother! To your greatest and most wondrous musical dreams manifesting
in this world!!!

10/78: Before Kurt Loder became an MTV host and well known author, he was a journalist. I first met him when he came to one of my New York concerts in the mid 70’s and he wrote this piece in Circus. My favorite line is "Hide your daughters, America - and stash away your sons, too."

Kurt also wrote about Skafish in Creem and Rolling Stone.

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@CanisPundit Everyone was really great that day!!

In September 1989, IRS Records released the 10 year anniversary CD/Cassette, These People Are Nuts. I also flew out to California and performed at the anniversary party on the A&M Records lot.

It was great performing alongside guitarists Dick Wagner and Steve Hunter (Lou Reed), guitarist Robbie Krieger (the Doors), & Concrete Blonde, whose drummer Harry Rushakoff was a friend of mine since the early days of the Chicago punk scene.

Rear cover pic provided by Dave Buco. #CoSoMusicians

As we move into this holiday season, it's important to not buy into the illusion of the idyllic family and the perfect life, largely manufactured by the media to manipulate us into spending money. Of course, none of our lives are idyllic, so instead of feeling the pain of what you don't have, celebrate what you do have and build connections that represent empathy, compassion, mutual respect and a charitable spirit. Best wishes always!

As some of you know, I released my cover of (I’m Not Your) Steppin’ Stone a few weeks ago. Share what you like about the track the most. Is it the vocals? Is it the piano? Is it the drumming? Is it the unique interpretation of this classic rock gem?

If you haven't heard the song, here's the YouTube link to check it out! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xL76pb28cJk

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In remembrance of Veteran’s Day, we affirm our love and gratitude to all who have made the ultimate sacrifice.

Here's a pic of my dad (left) and my son Jamie Harrison (right) who both served.

I thought you’d be interested in the coming book by true crime author Jesse P Pollack that details the relationship between Sid Vicious and Nancy, and her murder.

I was interviewed for the book because Sid’s last public event was a brawl he caused at my NY concert 12/78. At the show, Sid was flirting/harassing former Skafish drum roadie Tara and he attacked Todd Smith (Patti’s brother).

Check out the video of Jesse's interview with the BBC:
https://www.instagram.com/p/DAGbHqvOpGm/