So after three-plus continuous months of touring, I have reached the end of my current round of commitments! I’ve been across the Atlantic once, around the entire US twice, around the East four times, around the Midwest twice, through the South half a time, and I’ve lived in Austin, Texas for a week.

And now I’m in Vermont, taking a few days’ relaxation time with my family. On Tuesday I fly to Brooklyn to hang out for a night, and then on Wednesday I head to Vieques, Puerto Rico for Alexei and Amy’s wedding(!!).

I’ve rented myself a private villa on the ocean, and I’ve rented a bicycle, and I’m bringing a wireless router and a stack of books. Oh, and my best friend is getting married. So I should have plenty to do.

I fully intend to take the next month off, with a couple of notable exceptions. I’ll be mixing Nada Surf at a private show in New Jersey (am I allowed even to mention that? Hm. Well, fuck it – I’m honored they asked, and I’m going to brag about it unless and until they ask that I not). And, I’ll be mixing Every Move A Picture on the main stage at Shoreline, for BFD, on June 10th. Definitely my first time mixing in a venue that big – it’s going to be a blast!

And then the summer touring season begins … :-)