Hi folks, this is me in the control room of my studio holding the 30th anniversary double LPs of Mad Season's "Above." They are finally being received around the world, and I've been tagged in countless photos showing their arrival (Mike too). I particularly like the special edition black velvet cover - Layne, Baker, and Mark would have loved that touch, but it wasn't really an option back in 1995. The new packaging is back to Layne's original artwork with Baker's design, and an expanded booklet that Mike I added some stories to as we reflected on 30 years. I think there are copies still available in record stores around the world, and maybe you can still order it online too. I've worked on about 200 albums since we made "Above," and some of those albums are now considered classics. But none of them compare to the fiery, transcendent magic of Mad Season. I'm still so proud of this album, which we made when Mike, Layne, and I were only 27 years old! Baker was a whopping 39 - that seems so young to me now! Anyway, I know I speak for everyone in the band, and all those who worked on the album - let's not forget the mighty Skerik on saxophone, and producer Brett Eliason - that we are all so grateful for your love and support over these many, many years. We thank you, and we love you. -Barrett