Reflections of My Life: A Musical Journey with Dean Ford & Joe Tansin

 Dean Ford and Joe Tansin are two talented musicians who have been making music together for over four decades. Their unique blend of folk, rock, and pop has captured the hearts of fans all over the world. In this blog post, we will take a deep dive into their musical journey and reflect on some of their greatest hits.

Dean Ford was born Thomas McAleese in Coatbridge, Scotland, in 1946. He started his musical career as the lead singer of the band The Marmalade in the 1960s. The band had several hits, including "Lovin' Things" and "Reflections of My Life," which became their biggest hit and a cultural phenomenon. The song reached number two on the UK charts and number three on the US charts in 1970.

Joe Tansin was born in New York City in 1952 and began playing guitar at the age of nine. He moved to Los Angeles in the early 1970s and formed the band Silver with Brent Mydland, later a member of the Grateful Dead. Silver toured with Fleetwood Mac and recorded two albums before disbanding.

In the mid-1970s, Dean Ford and Joe Tansin met and began collaborating. They formed a band called Natural Gas and released an album in 1976. However, the band did not achieve commercial success, and they went their separate ways.

Dean Ford continued to make music throughout the 1980s and 1990s, releasing several solo albums. Joe Tansin worked as a songwriter and guitarist, playing with notable artists such as Bonnie Raitt, John Fogerty, and Roy Orbison.

In the early 2000s, Dean Ford and Joe Tansin reunited and started performing together again. They released their first album as a duo, "This Scottish Heart," in 2013. The album features reimagined versions of classic Scottish songs, as well as original material.

One of the standout tracks on "This Scottish Heart" is "Reflections of My Life." This new version of the song features Dean Ford's powerful vocals and Joe Tansin's intricate guitar work. The song has a fresh, contemporary sound that still captures the emotional depth of the original.

Another highlight of the album is "The Reason." This original song showcases Dean Ford's songwriting abilities and Joe Tansin's guitar skills. The song has a catchy melody and heartfelt lyrics that speak to the power of love and companionship.

Dean Ford and Joe Tansin's musical journey has spanned over four decades, and their passion for creating meaningful music is still going strong. "This Scottish Heart" is a testament to their talent and perseverance, and it is sure to resonate with old fans and new listeners alike. We can't wait to see what they have in store for us next.

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