For Mike Raines, achieving great sound has never been measured by volume – it’s always been defined by the power to turn musical moments into unforgettable experiences and impactful, enduring connections between artists and performers and their audiences. With his debut album, Fresh Air, the versatile keyboardist, producer, engineer and production manager begins a long-awaited new chapter, inviting listeners into the same richly textured sonic worlds he has spent a lifetime creating behind the scenes. The lead single, “Spring Equinox,” beautifully captures the spirit of both the album and the pivotal season of life that inspired it. Rather than marking a date on the calendar, the title represents Raines’ personal moment of transition – the point where years of reluctance gave way to embracing his identity as a recording artist. Its remarkably expressive lead “guitar” voice is actually performed on keyboard using a virtual instrument processed through a guitar amplifier, demonstrating the innovative production techniques that have defined his career.