AboutGMan Expertise I can answer any/all questions in regard to "sublime". I was down with the band and Skunk Records since 1991; the year they released their second cassette, "Jah Won't Pay the Bills" until the end in 1996. I have answers to all of your questions about their music, their releases, their unreleased music, their promos, merchandise, and the like. You ask it, I'll answer it.
Experience I have extensive knowledge of "sublime" from their origin(s)through the end of their career. I have been involved with "sublime" from the early years when Kelly Vargas was on Drums, I know everything that there is to know about their early career, their rise to fame in the early 90's, & on through until May 96' when Brad passed away. I specialize in the band's merchandise. I have been collecting everything that is "sublime" since the beginning and have extensive knowledge on the subject. They released an unparalleled amount of DYI promotional merchandise before being signed to MCA & I would be glad to help you find out what piece of their BIG puzzle you are holding on to and/or what you'd like to get your hand on!
Publications I am a regular on all of the sublime chat boards and was a constant on the now defunct sublime board, "The Curb" where many people considered me the "go to guy" for information on "sublime" and the rarities that they left behind for us all.
First, thanks for the response to my last question about Brad's heart condition. Makes you wonder how the likes of Keith Richards and Ozzy have made it as far as they have.
Anyway, my next question is about the song Smilin'. I first heard it when I saw it posted in one of your answers. Great song. What is the story behind this song? When/how was it recorded? Is it a cover? Sorry if you've already answered this one.
Thanks again...
Andy
Answer Hey Andy,
No one really knows too much about that song. Supposedly, it was Brad and Miguel just messing around with a guitar and a tape recorder at Brad's Dad's house in like 1987 or 1988.
No big deal. Just jamming some acoustic, feeling good about it & recording it.
