Hello From Rick

May 5th 2025

Hello everyone! I hope this finds you all in good health and the New Year has been good to you so far. Jon Hasz and I are back in the studio mixing for the new album. What is ironic, is that our first session together was back in 2010 on May 5th . Wow! We’ve done a lot of sessions since then, some special concerts, and a once in a lifetime show with James Burton! To make it even more special, Cinco De Mayo is my birthday! I’ve written quite a few new songs and revised some older ones. We were so fortunate to have Victoria Launderholm and Cassie B. join us on the album. Boy, can these ladies Sing! Rachel Bearer, a well- known studio singer from Los Angeles makes a guest appearance on I’ll Be There When You Need Me. Tripp Sprague has been handling the brass and string arrangements. This is going to be nice! I’m so grateful to be able to do the things that I love, and lift your spirits, and share some quality time with you. This is why I entertain. In my wildest dreams, I never thought I would get to meet and work with some of the special people that have inspired me throughout my career. Sadly, some of them are no longer with us. They live on in my heart and work’s.

I was torn between a career in baseball, pro rodeo, and the performing arts. It was not easy to pick one over the other. I’ve endured a lot of setbacks, heartache, and ridicule through- out my journey. Should have been a horse vet. Lol! It’s okay, it has made me a better person and brought me closer to God. He has blessed me, with my talents. It’s His show, baseball game, rodeo, you name it! We are planning the first shows in Lake Tahoe with James Burton as a special guest. This is where it all began for me when I was twenty years old.

Time sure flies! Bob McClure the entertainment manager at Harrah’s Tahoe gave me a job back stage. He went on to book me at Harrah’s Tahoe , and eventually became my personal manager. I might be older, but I refuse to grow up. In addition to some new songs, I finished a new novelette. The last few years I started throwing the baseball as part of my work out regime. A few recent trips to Dodger stadium, inspired me to write the baseball script, Full Count. (My homage to the Dodgers) I can still throw the baseball. The arm is live, the curve breaks, and the circle change- up can dance! (Yeah!) the return of Satchel Paige. We hope to see you down the road soon.

I know times are rough, please put your differences aside, be good to one another and stay happy.

I wish you all much love, happiness, and good health!

See you down the road!

God bless,
Rick

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Rick Diaz Press Release
May 2025

High Sierra Recording Artist Rick Diaz, has recently released a remastered version of his holiday offering, I’m Gonna Shake the Decorations Right Off Your Christmas Tree. Inspired by a visit to the Country Bears Christmas show at Disneyland. This, up tempo number with a catchy hook and fun lyrics, will make a lot of people happy, as they pull present’s out of their Christmas stockings.

Also available is the single I’ll Be There When You Need Me. Both can be found on Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple, and other digital retailers. Rick is currently working on a new album The Song I Sing Tonight due out later this year. Both songs are written by Rick and co-produced with guitarist, singer Jon Hasz. New gems to be found on the album include Mary Holy Mother, Tahoe City Days, We Saw Him Standing There,  I Heard A Lady Sing, and Rock n’ At The Harrah’s Hotel.
Look out for concerts with legendary guitarist James Burton in Lake Tahoe.

Burton, and Grammy winner Carl Jackson will also appear on the new album. A native of San Diego, born in Chula Vista. The singer, songwriter, actor, athlete, got his first break performing at Harrah’s in Lake Tahoe. A consummate entertainer, with an across the board appeal. He is a hit with audiences of all ages. In a time when music with a positive message, and a joyful sound is so desperately needed, you can’t go wrong with adding him to your play list. For more information you can follow Rick at tahoecitymusic.com

For bookings, licensing and personal appearances contact Mike Kusnir at kusnirlaw@aol.com

– Robin Lockwood

TahoeCityProductions@gmail.com

Rick’s Newest Release out Soon!

It’s been awhile in the making but we finally got the sound that we’ve been looking for! “I’ll Be There When You Need Me” is ready to be mastered so keep an eye out for the release and the video!

My late friend Hal Spencer, insisted that this song be the first single and that the message is very relevant to the world that we live in and that was pre-covid. Boy was he right on that one. Thanks Hal.