You might wonder how several big-name musicians came to appear on a recording by a 16 year-old ukulele player from upstate New York. Levon Helm sings, Todd Rundgren plays guitar, and Dr. John, John Sebastian and Kate Pierson of the B-52s make guest appearances.
The album was the dream of Killian Mansfield, who worked to complete it during the past year while battling a rare form of cancer. He died last week after receiving the finished album.
At his memorial service today in West Shokan friends and family will break out their ukes for a sing-along of Big Rock Candy Mt., Killian’s favorite song.
Somewhere Else is a mix of songs — eclectic, uplifting, fun and funky — performed by Killian, with help from singers, musicians and producers from the Woodstock, NY music community rallying to make a kid’s dream come true. Part of the proceeds will go to a cancer foundation which supports and promotes integrative therapies for children with cancer.
(Read more on Wall Street Journal blog)
Definitely check out Killian’s funky, bluesy voice on Kiss, and If I Can Dream. Buy it on Amazon…
I just bought this CD — and added a link for you to buy it on Amazon. I love this music — fun and inspiring!
May have to check this out…. nice post!