Chilean Sea Bass on my mind

I said I’d order the Chilean Sea Bass. He said it’s so good, I’ll think about it the next day… That sort of creeped me out, but I thought I’d give it a try. I’ve been to STEEL many times. Never tried the Chilean Sea Bass. Well, let me tell you, it is not like any other Sea Bass I’ve had before. It starts off as a feast for the eyes, as it comes with this glorious sizzling caramelized marinade on top, lying peacefully on a bed of steamed asparagus and brown rice (you can also have it on white or fried rice if you prefer). Then, with just one tip of my chopsticks, I took in one flake of the fish, and indulged in its melty airy sweet-tanginess. I am not sure if the miso-sake marinade that holds this piece of heavenly taste for 12 to 24 hours, does the trick, or the way the chef reportedly pan-sears, then oven-roasts it to lock in the flavor, but it’s definitely an experience you don’t want to leave out of your bucket list.. if you are a foodie that is.
Goes great with a cup of their fabulous flowering white tea in a glass pot.
Miles is a wonderful host, and never forgets a face. Ever since the first time I went for my lunch there, he’s been attentive, friendly and absolutely delightful!

If you are in the Atlanta area, you should definitely look STEEL up and visit. They also have great sushi and are a perfect location for happy hour drinks, or other evening gatherings. Lovely lovely place.

How Nigel Kennedy Taught Me To Love Bach, All Over Again! Happy Birthday J.S.!

Today is J.S.Bach’s 328th Birthday!

Bach is so simple, and yet so utterly complete! There is nothing that needs to be added or subtracted from his divine flow of notes and vibrations!

Another gifted musician once said about Bach: “As you know this guy never wrote one inferior piece of work!”
Neither did Nigel Kennedy ever play one [inferior piece]!

As for the latter… He’s not only incredibly talented, funny and down to earth, but he also chose to never grow up!
I was honored to meet Nigel during his performance with the Tonhalle Orchester Zürich in the mid-90s. The concert was sold out! The last ticket sold literally in front of my family. We were disappointed and about to leave, when they said, they found a way to seat more people. And from having no tickets at all, we were able to sit on the stage right behind him and his group of 5 musicians! He had demanded that more chairs were placed in every possible place to accommodate everyone who has come to hear and see him perform! To sweeten the deal, he also demanded that the tickets be sold at half price as they were not regular seats… He came on the stage and said hello to each of us on stage, shaking our hands.
It was an unforgettable evening!

What is most memorable about Nigel, is that he brings all the spontaneity, experimentation and wonderful frivolousness of a curious child to his musical performances, while maintaining the precision of a musical surgeon with every nuance of the melody.
He makes you discover the same piece of music, you’ve heard for years, in a way you’ve never felt before.

Enjoy the “Inventionen und Sinfonien.”

Nigel Kennedy recorded this in 2006 with the Irish Chamber Orchestra at the stunning church in Dingle in County Kerry known for its exquisite acoustics and intimate ambiance.

Savant – Mother Earth

Always acknowledge and appreciate amazing Aspies!
Aleksander Vinter a.k.a. Savant, the Norwegian composer/musician/producer is on the spectrum, yet he creates music since he was 4! He transformed classical pieces, video game music, black metal and house, into a distinct style that music industry experts are trying to fit into dub step, electro house, glitch-hop, trap, and moombahcore.
He’s unique, multifaceted, prolific and obviously very humble!
At only 24, he just released his 9th album since 2009! He should be way more famous than he is.
Psyched that he’s making his first US trip and first stop in the ATL! Can’t wait! Shout out to Savant!

Savant – Mother Earth (Original Mix)
Savant’s track “Mother Earth” off of his December ‘Alchemist’ LP. Beautiful electro house tune, very similar synthwork to Mord Fustang. Enjoy! Purchase the a…