"Passions" by Dean Andre
When you work with talented people on a daily basis, it's easy to forget just how talented they really are. I was reminded of that this morning after I downloaded and listened to Dean Andre's new album, Passions. It has made me look at my friend and colleague in a new light.

Take a quick glance at the Passions album cover and you'll immediately realize that Dean's not the kind of fellow who gets overlooked in a crowd. Hidden away beneath that thatch of Merlin-like silver hair and gentle exterior is a magnificent artist. Passions is available on iTunes, or as an MP3 download at Amazon.com Individual songs are available for just 99 cents each (and you can listen to a free sample of each one), or you can buy the entire album for just $5.94.

  —Cover art courtesy Quartz Hill Records.