J. D. Blair has two credos that resonate time and time again in his music: “Yo’ Dude, Ifn U Don’t Do Nuffin’else… GROOVE!!!!!!!” and then he backs it up with Psalm 150! Basically it boils down to this – groove and praise. His talent can be heard complimenting the artistry of Yolanda Adams, Sam “Shake” Anderson, India.Arie, Bootsy Collins, Yo-Yo Ma, Donnie McClurkin, Rod McGaha, Natalie MacMaster, Point of Grace, Mike Stern, Take 6, Kirk Whalum, CeCe Winans, Joseph Wooten, and Victor Wooten. “The Groove Regulator” has played with some of the biggest names in country music including Wynonna Judd, Lyle Lovett, Shelby Lynne and one of the biggest names in music history, Shania Twain which earned him the 2000 DRUM! Magazine’s Country Drummer of The Year Award. Along with a host of video and worldwide TV appearances, J. D. has received many awards for his accomplishments but his most-prized accomplishment to date is the completion of his third CD, aptly named, “3HREE”. With a host of renowned guest artists, J. D. flexes his musical chops and delivers something for everyone. He has neatly encapsulated his musical passions and influences into 13 blistering tracks that make you simply groove. Up next is information regarding "3HREE". “3HREE” UPC/EAN: 0801477001329 Druthers is written by Erin Leahy, & J. D. Blair. Amazing Grace is written by John Newton. All other tunes are written by J. D. Blair. Produced by J. D Blair, “The Groove Regulator”. Druthers mixed by Kevin Churko, Erin Leahy & J. D. Blair. All other tunes mixed by J. D. Blair, “The Groove Regulator”. Mastered by Victor Whitmore at THE MASTER’S LAB. Photo by Rick Malkin. CD Cover Design by Judy Forde-Blair. 1. Will ICU? Rickadelic Mix 3:53 (J. Darrell Blair Music/BMI) Rod McGaha-Trumpet, Rick Ward-Lead & Rhythm Guitars, Victor Wooten Bass Guitar, JD-everything else. 2. A Jealous God/Exodus 20:5 4:07 (J. Darrell Blair Music/BMI, publishing split with performers.) George Duke-Keys, Darrell Tibbs-Live Percussion, Kirk Whalum-Sax, Victor Wooten-Bass, JD-everything else. 3. 3HREE 5:08 (J. Darrell Blair Music/BMI, publishing split with performer.) Andrew Ramsey-Acoustic Guitar, JD-everything else. 4. Cruisin’ 65 South 5:04 (J. Darrell Blair Music/BMI. Writing & publishing split with performers.) Rod McGaha-Trumpet, Darrell Tibbs-Live Percussion, Dave Welsch-Bass, Joseph Wooten-Keys & Strings, JD-everything else. 5. J. D.’ s Jam 4:13 (J. Darrell Blair Music/BMI) JD-all instruments. 6. WWMP? 4:14 (J. Darrell Blair Music/BMI, publishing split w/performer.) Dr. Tommy Thompson-Lead & Rhythm Guitars, JD-everything else. 7. 12 Tribes 3:42 (J. Darrell Blair Music/BMI. Writing & publishing split with performer.) Darrell Tibbs-Bongos, Congas, Cage Bar, JD-everything else. 8. K. Yoss! 5:25 (J. Darrell Blair Music/BMI, publishing split w/performers.) Gray Mayfield-Wah Sax, Rod McGaha- Trumpet, Joseph Wooten-Keys, Victor Wooten-Bass, JD-everything else. 9. 4 It Iz Written 1:41 (J. Darrell Blair Music/BMI. Writing & publishing split w/performer.) Gray Mayfield-Wah Sax, JD-everything else. 10. Druthers 3:42 (J. Darrell Blair Music/BMI and Leahy Group) Erin Leahy-Fiddles, Keys, Bass, JD-everything else. Recorded in Lakefield, ON. Recorded by Gerard “Junior” Brunet, Doug McKendrick, & Scott Lake. Mixed by Kevin Churko. 11. 2012? 4:37 (J. Darrell Blair Music/BMI, publishing split w/performers.) Gray Mayfield-Flute, Rock Williams-Saxes, JD-everything else. 12. Amazing Grace 2008 3:20 (John Newton) Erin Leahy-Keys, Rod McGaha-Trumpet, Victor Wooten-Bass, & JD-everything else. 13. The Pearly G8 (Re-Mix 2008) 4:10 (J. Darrell Blair Music/BMI) R, McGaha-Trumpet, Darrell Tibbs-Live Percussion & Djembe Solo, Rick Ward-Guitar, Joseph Wooten-Keys, JD-Vocal, Timbale Solo & everything else. J. D. endorses Aqurian Drum Heads, HQ Percussion, LP Music Group, Paiste Cymbals, Phat Foot, Rhythm Tech, Shure Mics, Vic Firth, Yamaha Drums, Zendrum. www.jdblair.net