This is a collection of some of my music as well as some of my friends. It is not intended to be taken seriously by any means. Included are covers and original songs that feature many talented human beings. Most of these songs were recorded very lo-fi, more than likely in a closet, bathroom, or bedroom and were stemmed from many of the jam sessions that were held at the house I lived at in Orlando, Florida. Truly D.I.Y!
I have since relocated to Houston, Texas where I continue to write and record my own music. Through the years I have kept numerous photos, videos, and recordings that documented a fun and truly inspirational part of my life that I would like to share with all of you. So please look around, listen, and comment. And to the Friends: You know who you are and I hope you enjoy!

Linda Hoover is a singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist best known for her 1970 collaboration with Walter Becker, Donald Fagen and Gary Katz. 

In the second edition of the book Steely Dan – Reelin’ in the Years, biographer Brian Sweet dedicates 7 pages to Linda’s story. "I Mean to Shine is a fine album and it was a tragedy for Linda that it didn't come out at the time," Sweet writes after hearing Linda’s never released album.  In the book he compares Linda’s version of the song I Mean to Shine with Streisand’s. "Linda Hoover's version…… was certainly better than Perry managed to achieve with Barbra Streisand's effort and, according to Becker and Fagen, truer to the original song." In the 2017 book, Steely Dan FAQ, Anthony Robustelli writes, “The song has a middle section and outro that were dropped from Streisand’s version, and some of the lyrics were changed as well, making her [Streisand’s]version a bit more generic than Hoover’s, which is superior.”

After nearly five decades, Linda Hoover’s never-released album I Mean to Shine is to be made available along with her newest original album, Another World, produced at 9b Studio by her son Toft Willingham, a Berklee College of Music graduate and a founder of the band Spiritual Rez.  Keep an ear open as Linda plans to release not only I Mean to Shine and Another World, but other live and studio recordings made along her journey.  Toft plans to record Linda’s entire original catalog.  “I have always loved my mother’s voice but until I studied music at Berklee, I didn’t understand the scope of her writing.  She uses odd time signatures and complicated Jazz changes without realizing it.  She’s self-taught.  Her voice has aged like a fine wine, maturing but maintaining a youthful quality, and her delivery only gets better.”  Linda says, “I’m so happy to be able to share my music.  It’s been a long time coming and I am thankful for every note.  I’m especially excited about my new album, Another World.  My son Toft produced and played on it and my husband, sons, daughter-in-law and nieces sang harmonies.  “I know that I am truly blessed.”

Will Evans has spent the last decade as the primary songwriter and frontman for the New England based Roots Rock outfit Barefoot Truth. After four albums and 50+ million plays on Pandora & Spotify, he embarked on his solo journey – and has since released three additional full-length albums and toured extensively. 

His most recent album "Rise" was nominated for three categories by the New England Music Awards: Album of the Year, Roots Act of the Year, and Video of the Year ("Family Tree"). The album features deeply personal topics of humanity, compassion, and a reflection of the current political times. 

A lifelong surfer and environmentalist, his songs speak to the importance of connecting with and protecting the earth. At a time when many are looking for words of inspiration and reassurance, "Rise" delivers a collection of socially conscious songs filled with messages of love, possibility, and inclusion.

In 2018 and 2019, Will joined his good friend Trevor Hall as a member of his touring band and as a frequent supporting act. Together they performed to passionate crowds across North America and Europe. Trevor Hall is featured on "Hoka Hey," the album's opening song.

In his live performances, Will displays a technical mastery of live-looping skills to showcase his background in percussion mixed with layers of acoustic guitar and soulful vocals. 

Will has shared the stage with many top artists including Crosby & Nash, Grace Potter, Bruce Hornsby, Rusted Root, Michael Franti & Spearhead, Trevor Hall, Nahko, Xavier Rudd, Donavon Frankenreiter, Ryan Montbleau, Railroad Earth and members of Dispatch. 

For tour dates, music, & more, visit www.willevans.com.

Miami Musician (Bass, Guitar, Vocals), Live Sound Engineer @ Club Space Miami/Floyd/the Ground.  2019 iii Points Performing Artist.  Band Director, Record Producer 
B.M. Berklee '07

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