Marc,

I sure know of Shelaigh....and have known Nate Cremens of Dewsouth for a long time. We were starting to do some writing together awhile back.

My son introduced me to Frankie one night at the "Intersection" in Grand Rapids. Both he and my son's band were there to go in front of, I believe, Sony BMG to win a spot opening for Kenny Chesney on tour. It was down to 4 acts at that point. Anyhow, Frankie got it and deservedly so......he's the whole package for sure. I thought he was extremely talented and gracious to talk with.
Yeah....there actually is alot of country talent in the north.

Clayton and I wrote FOR Crying Out Loud here in my office. He is a very feeling type of guy......a gentle giant, you might say.

So glad that he is starting to be recognized for his great writing.

Jan

http://www.soundclick.com/janicehopkins