What People Are Saying
Readers, friends, and fellow musicians share their thoughts on Tracy’s life, music, and the book The Birth of Blue-Eyed Soul.
Hey Tracy – I love the book and thank you for all the nice sentiments. Congratulations, I think it’s a great book. Call me, I’ll be around.
Trace.........You NAILED IT! Wow... I can't imagine how long it took you to chronicle the history of Orange County music. I've only read a few pages and it was hard to put down. I've always thought both you and John were two of the most talented people I've ever met in music—and now that clearly extends to writing. We grew up in a special time and place with some of the greatest musicians and artists of our era right here in Orange County. I think only you could have written this book because you actually lived it.
Tracy, I just finished reading your book. It was a great read—truly a lifetime of wonderful memories. Your recall is amazing, and so many of the Santa Ana, CDM, and Newport Beach memories brought me right back. Congratulations on this beautiful book. I hope to see you performing at one of your local gigs!
It's huge, beautifully illustrated, and full of backstories you'll never find elsewhere. It feels like Tracy is sitting in your living room, sharing his adventures.
I finished it yesterday afternoon on the porch! So many names, so many stories, and so many memories over the years.
I'm savoring it, reading a few pages each day. What a work of art, and so many memories rekindled.
Behind every great life story is a strong, brilliant woman like Jadwiga. "The Birth of Blue Eyed Soul" is more than music—it's a love letter to a legacy. Beautifully done.
So many stories that were so dear to all of us growing up in Orange County. Remembering the music, places, and a lifetime ago where life was good and the music was enchanted. Well done dear! Congratulations on all your talents; an artist, musical genius, and a wonderful storyteller!
Again, I have to say how much I enjoyed it! It took me down memory lane with all your gigging places and made me feel I was right there with you in so many lone places. Starting with Disneyland—I worked there in 1969 in Tomorrowland with the bands. So many places in Newport you mentioned—great memories! I have to let you know yours was the first book I've read in awhile!