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This is a "Father's" loving tribute to his first born son. It is a difficult task becoming and tangibly being a parent. As we pursued the process of organizing this CD, we realized how felicitous the titles of the compositions and their musical substance reflected moments that we have shared in Darius' life; from the love that created him to our hopes and dreams, his first steps, the tribulations of stepping aside and letting go, and standing behind him when he needed our love and support. Darius is serving a ten-year sentence in a Federal Corectional Intitution for bank robbery. This CD calls attention to the controversial and questionable techniques employed by the American Federal Justice System, one founded on the concept of "Justice for All,"but perverted to "Justice for those who can afford an expensive private attorney, because the Public Defender's just don't care." Carino - A Spanish word calling to mind the tender love and affection generated by family. (Butch Reed-drums) Hopin' - Our hopes and dreams for our son's future.(Butch Reed-drums) Darius Walk - Our image of Darius when he took his first steps.(B. Reed-drums) Thankful - The gratitude we felt as parents having a healthy joyous child. (Ron DiStefano-drums) Crazy Samba - The "Kangaroo Court" that was called a fair trial.(R. DiStefano-drums) Punchline - Ours and our son's resoluteness to turn a devistating defeat into positive strength. (Ron DiStefano-drums) Silhouette of a Lonely Man - Our son's separation from his family and friends.(B. Reed-drums) Daniel's Song - The same faith that eminates from King Darius to Daniel is reflected in us as parents and in Darius incarserated. (Daniel in the Lion's Den: King Darius said if your faith be strong it will protect you.) (B. Reed-drums) Voyaging Home - The experience of returning home where the heart is.(B. Reed-drums) Salsa Anglo - The song of celebration and exuberence in the eventual release and return of our son, Darius, to freedom. (Ron DeStefano-drums)