NRBQ is on this thing? well. . .kinda. I did not know that! Anyway, here's more info from the Tar Hut website via the ND Board. Sounds like a local hero of sorts. I think he used to/does hold down some Sundays at NYC's storied Lakeside Lounge. <Speaking of Angry Johnny and the Killbillies, you'll find them on Tar Hut's most recent release: "It's Heartbreak That Sells - A Tribute To Ray Mason". Ray Mason. Mr. Nice Guy. Mr. Ray Mason. We're extremely proud to announce this collection of songs in tribute to the legendary godfather of the New England music scene. The album, which will be available in all worthy stores on April 20, boasts heavy-hitter names such as the Ass Ponys (Cincinnati's press and radio are going wild!), Cheri Knight, Eric Ambel, and Steve Westfield & The Slow Band. In addition to our very own Angry Johnny & The Killbillies (you KNOW Ray must be a nice guy if Angry Johnny does a tribute song!), King Radio makes a Cure-ish pop appearance also! Countless numbers of local musicians who consider Ray Mason a mentor and a special friend also make appearances: The Incredible Casuals (featuring members of NRBQ), The Gutterbirds (including Ray's Lonesome Brothers bandmate Jim Armenti), Tom Shea (Scud Mountain Boys), Jim Weeks, The Bamboo Steamers, and Pete Weiss & The Rock Band all pay tribute. We're truly honored to be a part of this, and we hope that you'll enjoy the album. If you're interested in hearing any of Ray Mason's music, you can check out Wormco Records or just check out our listening station and click on any Lonesome Brothers clip.
