Recorded 2006, Released 2007
@ Beverland Studio - Dollartone Records
Produced by Jaxon Haldane and David Essig

“Beverley St” features an array of Canadian artists, namely David Essig, Romi Mayes, The D.Rangers, Chris Carmichael, Dan Walsh and Scott Nolan. It was recorded in February of 2006 at Beverland, Dollartone’s recording facility in Winnipeg.

The CD is a compilation of songs, all written by Essig over the last thirty-some years and represents an inter-generational Canadian Roots Music summit. It captures some of Canada’s most dedicated artists creating, in absolute spontaneity, inspired performances that resonate with the kind of emotional potency that can only come from this type of musical kinship. It is an emotional alchemy, a balance between the wisdom and restraint of an experienced veteran like Essig and the raw molten enthusiasm of a younger group like Romi and the D.Rangers.

This recording is rare in that it was approached with little regard or dependency on the studio technology of the modern era. Although not a completely analog endeavor, all tracks were cut completely live with only 3 microphones. It’s easy to hear the actual room reverberation and there is a definite feeling of excitement in these performances.

David Essig is one of Canada’s most respected songwriters and instrumentalists. He spent many years traveling and learning about music from masters of foreign styles. His nearly 40 years of experience as a record producer has yielded many classic albums and afforded him the experience of working with such musical icons as Daniel Lanois, Fred Eaglesmith, Willie P. Bennet, The Original Sloth Band and many more.

Beverley Street: The Songs of David Essig by The D.Rangers and Romi Mayes (2007) $20 plus S & H (= $24.00 CDN)

3 ways to purchase 'Beverley Street': 1. Purchase through Paypal: 2. Send $24 money order with legible return address to: Romi Mayes CD - Beverley Street c/o 390-K Provencher Blvd Winnipeg, MB R2H 0H1 3. E mail: merch@romimayes.com to make other arrangements