Old Sand Mill

Scottish singer/songwriter Michael Reynolds, and New Jersey singer, musician, artist/filmmaker Chip Miller, who comprise the songwriting and vocal core of OLD SAND MILL, are somewhat of a classic band, channeling Neil Young, Donovan, The Beatles, a bit of Yes, and Simon & Garfunkel. Originally called Reynolds and Miller, their acoustic folk rock music and early live concerts made them an act to watch. Music Critics in New York dubbed them, "New Jersey's answer to Crosby, Stills & Nash." The Village Voice wrote, "Their fans were spellbound by their well-crafted songs, intricate harmonies, and story-telling savvy." In less than 3 years, the duo created a base of over 10,000 supportive fans throughout the Metropolitan area. They were named Best New Artist at the prestigious three-day Hamilton Music Festival in upstate New York, and made appearances at all the key venues in Manhattan, opening at the time, for such acts as Jackson Browne, Nina Simone, and Seals & Crofts. After signing a management deal, they entered into a creatively suppressive recording contract with a major NY label, that eventually put stress on their partnership, and eventually derailed the popular duo, as well as broke up their long friendship - a friendship that began when they were both living in England. Following the split, Chip started up a new rock band, Pomeroy. This Pink Floyd-like group played the theater and concert circuit opening for Jefferson Starship, Patti Smith, and The Ramones, and featured class act musicians hand-picked by Chip. David Maynard on lead and electric guitar, Tom Carroll on bass, Howie Fields on drums, John Slack ..boards, Hammond organ, and Mellotron, and Chip on lead vocals and guitar and flute. During the Pomeroy era, Chip also composed dozens of well-known national commercial jingles for the likes of Toyota, Wrangler, Mobil, Borden's, and Polaroid, including his famed, "Milk Is A Natural" tune for the ADA.Then Miller moved to Hollywood where he achieved a successful career as a film director, producer, and screenwriter, as well as a Music Producer of numerous young LA bands. He produced and oversaw several indie films, including: "Mortuary Academy" (with Paul Bartel, Christopher Atkins, Cesar Romero, Perry Lang, Mary Woronov & Wolfman Jack; "Karma Kula"; "Square Dance" (with Wynnona Ryder, Jason Robards & Rob Lowe); etc., and Flashpoint" (with Treat Williams, Rip Torn, and Kris Kristofferson). He has developed and written major screenplays with Penny Marshall, Ron Howard, Lindsay Wagner, Clint Eastwood, Liam Neeson, Sally Kirkland, British actress Susan George, Nicolas Cage, and singer/actress, Michelle Phillips of The Mamas & The Papas. As a TV director & producer, he has helmed over 75 MTV, MTV2, BET, CMT, and VH-1 music videos for such artists as: Linkin Park, The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Brian Wilson, Charlie Wilson (The Gap Band), Tyrone Wells, Jerry Douglas (Alison Krauss & Union Station), Donovan, The Black Crowes, LL Cool J, Holly Robinson, Celine Dion, Gerald Levert, Faith Evans, MC Lyte, The Flirts, Eddie Murphy, Night Ranger, Tattoo Rodeo, Sir Jinx, Percy Bady, Mitsou, The Curve, Jeffrey Osborne, OMD, Peter Murphy (Bauhauss), The Commodores, Danzig, Lizzy Borden, The Little River Band, and Squeeze.He has directed two indie feature films - "Street Wise" and "Four Day Shoot." In 2009, he is slated to direct the political controversial feature, "Bamboozled!" for Canadian-based Gabriel Foundation. He also has a script in development at Fox Television - a TV biopic, "Loudmouth," about legendary TV talk show host, the late Morton Downey, Jr.As a Music Producer, Chip has overseen and produced original and cover tracks with director Mel Brooks, singers Sally Eaton, Susan George, William Clyde Orange (The Commodores), Jerry Douglas, Karl Preusser, Earl Mankey (Concrete Blonde, Sparks), Rick Boston (The Januaries, Low Pop Suicide), Doug Rasheed, and Radio Werewolf.During this same period, Michael continued playing acoustically on the Greenwich Village club circuit, and became a regular at Paul Colby's Bitter End Café, attracting crowds for every performance. Soon, he formed The Michael Reynolds Band and became a popular mid-west touring act, known for their great live shows. Shortly after he lost his young wife prematurely to Cancer, Michael decided to place his music and performing on the back burner for a long spell, choosing instead, to pursue an acting career in NJ theater troupes. Though he continued writing dozens of songs, and continued composing new music, he kept it all to himself. Until one day, while watching CNN, Michael saw his former partner and friend, Chip, appearing live on The Larry King Show with his partner, Michelle Phillips and her pop star daughter Chynna (Wilson-Phillips), promoting a screenplay he had written about The Mamas and The Papas.Immediately, Michael did some research, and found a way to contact Chip by phone. Upon hearing each other on the phone, they quickly patched up their differences and buried the past. In 2006, they reunited in Hollywood. When they heard each other's new material, they were more than impressed by their still pristine and perfect harmonies. Chip proposed that they write and perform the theme song for a new weekly series he was directing for Disney Television. Their original song, "The Sun Song," was a rousing success. So, after a long absence, Reynolds and Miller were finally reborn again, but as -- Old Sand Mill.And with the help of top musicians who Chip knew through the industry, like multi-Grammy winning Jerry Douglas; Grammy winner and r&b legend, Deniece Williams; Darryl Jones (The Rolling Stones); Howie Wyeth, Gabe Witcher, Rick Boston, David Maynard, Karl Preusser, and Earle Mankey, Old Sand Mill & Friends recorded a CD of new songs, and enhanced some of their past classics. All of them gems.And for those who haven't figured out the name Old Sand Mill yet, it is basically the center letters of their old name as a duo - reynOLDS AND MILLer. Check out their wonderful new debut CD. You will easily see why the advance reviews have been superb!The CHRONOLOGICAL ALBUM TRACKS are:1) "Santa Rosa" (instrumental - Reynolds/Miller/Douglas/Spears) 2) "Life's Going Up" (Reynolds/Miller) 3) "Could You Be?" (Miller/Reynolds) 4) "The Change" (Miller/Reynolds) 5) "River, River" (Reynolds/Miller) 6) "One More Time" (Miller/Reynolds) 7) "Bleed" (Chip Miller) 8) "Eastern Girl" (Reynolds/Miller) 9) "Tulsi" (instrumental - Miller/Reynolds/Abuda) 10) "Hostello, Tangiers" (Reynolds/Miller) 11) "Take Me Down Softly" (Miller/Reynolds/Spears) 12) "There's No Book In The World" (Reynolds/Miller) 13) "Keep It Simple" (Chip Miller) 14) "Let's Dance" (Montez/Miller/Boston0 15) "Be True To Your School" (Brian Wilson/Mike Love) 16) "Her Beautiful Face" (Miller/Reynolds) 17) "The World Is Getting Colder" (Miller/Reynolds) 18) "Too Much Sun" (extended album version) (Reynolds/Miller) 21) "Cathedral City" (Spears/Miller)Several of Old Sand Mill's new tracks reflect their global warming concerns, particularly in songs like "The Change," "River, River," their heed to beware of UV rays with "Too Much Sun," and the haunting rock epic, "The World Is Getting Colder."In essence, "Cathedral City" is the first step in re-imagining the lost album of Reynolds and Miller, and envisioning the exciting and diverse debut album for Old Sand Mill!Following are what the many industry folks, fans & friends are saying about Old Sand Mill's new album:“A cool vibe – from the first track to the last. Sets a nice groove with solid vocals” - Jim “Fitz” Fitzgerald, KJJZ FM National Radio Personality.“Great stuff!” - Vikki Wood, NY DJ, now appearing on KGAM's "Radio Rehab."“The vocals are a treat. I had a blast playing with Chip and Michael!” - Jerry Douglas, multiple Grammy winning Dobro & Guitarist with Alison Krauss & Union Station. Won Best Musician of the Year at the 2008 CMA!“…Heard the final mixes while touring with Mick and Keith, and was blown away by the music.” - Darryl Jones, bassist for The Rolling Stones.“Begins like a British invasion then rocks me back to 70's Blue Oyster Cult, Moody Blues and even Deep Purple.” - Daniel Pomeroy, Feature Film & TV Music Supervisor.“…The music -- it's pretty incredible. The songs all sound like hall of fame classic hits. ‘River, River’ is my favorite, but it was really hard to choose. I'm definitely a fan of the music. It has so much soul to it!!!!!” - Joel Goodman, Hollywood independent film producer.“Felt like I was on the Further Tour bus. Yet I hear Crosby, Stills and Nash in there too. I passed their My Space site on to a bunch of show biz pals, and hopefully they'll pass it on to a bunch.” - Lance Dow, Nashville Screenwriter, Producer & former MC Hammer partner.“This CD is a lot of fun. Filmmaker Chip Miller is a true jack of all trades.” - Jason Rothberg, Producer/Personal Manager for Donovan & his daughter, Astrella-Celeste.“Cool. Bloody cool, mates!” - Liam Neeson, Irish Oscar award winning actor.“I like everything! I truly dug it. Check ‘em out!” - Mike Soss, lead singer for rock band, The Cons (currently on tour).“Too Much Sun -- So cool, man!” - Michael Palmieri, Hollywood Film & TV Producer, PGA Board Member.“Beautiful arrangements and first class harmonies.” - Deniece Williams, Grammy winning r&b and Gospel singing icon.“Excellent songwriting.” - DJ McLachlan, Personal Manager for Old Sand Mill, and Jerry Douglas, Darryl Jones, The Higgins, Earl Scruggs & Gino Vannelli.“Wonderful arrangements and solid songwriting.” - Gino Vannelli, Grammy winning international pop star & songwriter.“OSM has a tight sound. I look forward to seeing them on tour.” - Bryan Greenberg, Independent film producer/Cinematographer.“It was fun being part of this. Love the CD.” - Gabriel Witcher, much in demand session fiddler for Van Morrison, Loggins & Messina, Beck & Bela Fleck.“I’ve known Chip as a talented filmmaker and music video director for years, and this CD was a total surprise. Just love his and Michael’s music.” - Rhonda Bloom, Hollywood TV producer/Development executive.“Great work!” - David Kershenbaum, award winning record producer (Tracy Chapman, Joan Baez, Kenny Loggins, etc.).“A terrific collection of songs and music.” - Jeff Ashley, MD, Resident doctor on the Today Show/Exec Producer of Disney TV’s “The Sun Show”.“I am a new fan – big time.” - Cherish Alexander, LA singer/songwriter whose own debut CD was just released.I loved Reynolds and Miller, and I love Old Sand Mill. What a brilliant reincarnation.” - Eileen Sallero-Miller, Longtime Reynolds and Miller Fan Club President.“I can hear their diverse influences throughout the CD – The Beatles, Donovan, Traffic, Moody Blues, and yes, even The Beach Boys.” - Mike Love, Grammy winner & Lead singer/co-founder of The Beach Boys.“Chip sounds much, much better than (Mike) Love does these days!! The CD is great. Really dig The Beach Boys cover track. And I love ‘Too Much Sun.’” -Alan Boyd, Beach Boys singer, musician, & collaborator with Brian Wilson, Mike Love & Al Jardine.“Chip and Michael have done a great job with this album. I was a fan back in the Reynolds and Miller days, and they have far surpassed their own previous work.” - Bob Markson, CEO of major international Audio company and longtime NJ friend.“Most impressive.” - Rex Maurice Oppenheimer, successful book author, poet, world traveler & also longtime friend.“Awesome!” - Lori Downey, Hollywood TV & radio producer, & widow of TV talk show icon Morton Downey, Jr.“Most cool! I love Darryl Jones’ bass work.” - Michael Menduno, Jazz and classical bassist from Cathedral City, CA.“Great sound!” - Paul Douglas, singer/songwriter/recording artist (works with Bruce Hornsby).“I love the cool sounds these guys conjure up. Very grass roots, and very retro 60s. I love ‘Too Much Sun.’ It's one of those songs that feel like you've already heard it even when it's the first time. Jerry Douglas is awesome. I just love that guy!” - Sue Travis Miller, Music video producer/editor & OSM album photographer.“Yo, Too Much Sun is just Too Much Fun!” - MADD KD, renowned hip hop artist from Las Vegas.“I love their songs! These guys are awesome! Count me as a huge fan.” - Alexis West, 16 year-old country singer and recording artist currently working with Chip Miller.“Cool songs! I can’t wait for the album to come out.” - Sean Dougherty, Director of Colorado’s Estes International Film Festival.“Goes down real good.” - Greg Travis, Actor & comedian.“Love the six sample tracks I heard on their My Space site.” - Kent Habeck, Traveling professional nurse.“Wow! Great stuff! This is really special!” - Cathy DeRosa, Mayor of Cathedral City, CA.Myspace Graphics
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