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A word from the producer of James Hammel's debut CD "Do It All Over Again"? What a wonderful ride it was to work with James on Do It All Over Again. Like his own adventurous leap from corporate CEO to musician/songwriter, this aptly titled CD brings to life the same twists to convention and sense of freedom. It was a very personal project for James and an exhilarating artistic one for me. Whether it's the unexpected Latin undercurrent he lends to Kern and Field's The Way You Look Tonight, or his playful combo of teasing vocals and jazzy licks on his L-5 guitar on Bobby Troup's Route 66, the playful twists keep on coming. Sting's Every Breath You Take was a personal inspiration, with James' haunting, lush arrangement, and innovative guitar layerings. We also had to include a sexy, undulating version of Michael Franks', Down In Brazil. Finally, there are James' original songs including the powered-up title track, Do It All Over Again, and his love songs, Why Do I Dream and Anything, Any Day Anytime. It's here where his boyish wonder and optimism shine through. Working with a bona fide triple-threat who is equally impressive at crooning, playing, and writing makes this a very special debut. I continue to be inspired by James' boundless musical energy. I hope you will be too. --- Gennaro Tedesco, Producer