Firsh rehearsal down the tube

We went into rehearsals the other day. I was frightened to the teeth but still excited and thrilled. We rehearsed Nothing But Love, The Numbers and Dogsitting and I must say the guys had done their homework exceedingly well! It was both interesting and a little shaky for me to play with a new drummer, something I haven't done for a really long time. Andreas made a really good job though and there was a positive, serious and fresh vibe in the room which he contributed to in to a large extent. Boberg brought his convincing bass leverage with commitment and his own lines as usual, and that really made me feel safe and relaxed. Myself, I was glad to pick up the guitar again, something I also haven't done in a really long while. Being the chapelmaster of Replay, with it's entertainment-focused approach, have had me glued to keyboards for 2 years now. So playing guitar again felt like a huge relief and like catching up with and old friend. Padoan couldn't make it due to his recent car-breakdown, which was urgent to fix. He'll be there next time tho.' The guys are excited and I feel honored to have them on board. It feels mutual.