Bob Schneider is a bona fide Austin force of nature. He has been not so quietly biding his time playing multiple places around town, in whatever configuration suits the vibe of the moment. He fearlessly makes his sets available to all who want to purchase it at the end of the performance. At the Saxon Pub for the last two Monday nights, he has webcast the festivities, too. I am so impressed with his artistry and his output, especially the quality of his last couple of albums. The writing is relatable and the production value imaginative.
We really wanted Bob to come to visit us during the Cherokee Creek Music Festival in May outside of Llano, TX. I tried to reach out in advance to set it up, but didn’t hear back. I had my fingers crossed that it would somehow work itself out. He wandered up to our "studio" in the house near the main stage during Jack Ingram’s session with us. He watched quietly for a time; then I asked, and he said yes! We were stoked to have him do a couple of songs for us. His new album A Perfect Day was inspired by a boat trip last summer on Lake Austin, crafted with ease and sunshine in mind. “Honeypot” is from the new CD. We wish that it brings you the sigh of a “day off” feeling, even if for a few minutes, and especially if you are at work today.
-Jessie Scott
