NCMF News
2024 Neal Casal Fellowship with Backline
In its second year, Backline and the Neal Casal Music Foundation announce The Neal Casal Fellowship for 2023-2024. The fellowship will be a unique opportunity to work with Backline…
Tribute by Tyler Ramsey - “Flare (For Neal Casal)”
“This is a picture I took of Neal and Circles Around The Sun while I was out on a short run of shows opening for them. Off the stage the pretty lights reflected back in all their eyes illuminate my darkest nights. Being a touring musician is extremely satisfying…”
Cora Jones, A Christmas Ballad
In the early 1990’s, Neal spent a lot of time on outdoor adventures with his close friends Eric and Libby McDonald at their house in rural Wisconsin. It was a beautiful, idyllic time that inspired this Christmas ballad about a tragedy in the community.
Kids guitar lessons with Miss Amy!
We recently gifted the Gardiner Library in New York with mini guitars!
A Benefit Concert on December 10th at the AWE Bar
The Awe Bar in Yucca Valley presents a fundraiser for the Neal Casal Music Foundation! Featuring performances by many of Neal’s great friends, this desert night in December will be a night to remember.
Instruments Donation in Elizabeth, New Jersey
We recently gifted the Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy in Elizabeth, New Jersey instruments.
Interludes for the Dead | Vinyl Reissue
On October 21st, Rhino will release two limited-edition vinyl versions of Circles Around The Sun’s debut, Interludes for the Dead. Pre-order is available now
The Neal Casal Fellowship with Backline
Backline and the Neal Casal Music Foundation announce The Neal Casal Fellowship for 2022-2023. The fellowship will be a unique opportunity to work with Backline, a non-profit organization focused on providing customized mental health and wellness resources to the music industry and their families.
Rain, Wind and Speed Vinyl Release
Neal's second studio album, Rain, Wind And Speed, has been announced for December 2nd reissue on limited edition vinyl. The 11-song collection—originally released in 1996—will be presented on three color vinyl variants…
“Ship Of Fools” from Move Me Brightly
Neal was invited to perform at Move Me Brightly as part of the house band, only leaving the stage a few times in the 5+ hours of the event. We hope you enjoy this stirring version of “Ship of Fools.”
Instruments Donation to Morristown High School
We recently gifted the Morristown High School in Morristown, New Jersey instruments.
Superhighway from Highway Butterfly
Our new video for Neal’s song "Superhighway" from the Highway Butterfly tribute album is out now! Shot by Justin Kreutzmann at the Skull & Roses Festival in Ventura, California, this special treatment is the perfect kick-off to summer…
Cover of Tom T. Hall’s “Running Wild”
Neal made many 8-track recordings at his home studio in Columbia, New Jersey between 1997 and 1999. Most were largely based around his acoustic guitar, John Ginty’s B3 organ and Angie McKenna’s beautiful harmony singing.
Auction for Mental Health Awareness Month
This month, we have a an auction for two special items signed by Neal. One is a Shure microphone donated by the Shure team and was used by Neal during a Chris Robinson Brotherhood show in 2016.
“No Hard Feelings” by Neal Casal and Johnny Irion
Johnny Irion was spending time in Montecito at his uncle Thom Steinbeck's (John's son) compound when he and his friend Neal Casal wrote “No Hard Feelings” one sunny California afternoon in 2011…
Fotografiska hosts: Celebrating the Photography and Songs of Neal Casal
Neal Casal was a world-traveling musician with a camera on his hip at all times. On Wednesday, May 11th, Fotografiska will feature photography appearing in his book, Tomorrow's Sky, and Neal's friends will perform a set of his timeless songs…
Record Stores with Highway Butterfly Vinyl
We’re proud to share a (partial!) list of record stores that are carrying Highway Butterfly vinyl. Give them a call if you still need your copy of our limited edition box set tribute in honor of Neal…
Instrument Donation to Copeland Middle School
We recently gifted Neal’s former middle school in Rockaway, New Jersey instruments for their music program.
Official Video Jaime Wyatt’s “Need Shelter” from Highway Butterfly
The official video for Jaime Wyatt’s version of “Need Shelter” from Highway Butterfly: The Songs of Neal Casal
Giveaway! 5LP Limited Edition Tribute Album Box Set
Check out our contest to win a 5LP Highway Butterfly tribute album box set!