At the age of 15 I fell in love for the first time. Angel Eyes was our song. Because to me that was the perfect description of her. My buddies mom in high school said she loved the blues. I came in with see the light and hell to pay. She was a fan ever since. She passed 5 yrs ago of cancer. In college (1992) I had the "See the Light tape playing... Angel Eyes again.... a friend burst into my room (just got dumped by his girl) with this pale look he said "I can't believe you have this song... I've been looking for it for years." We then discussed my friends problems and my past. I promised him that I would dance with my wife (hypothetical) to the song at my wedding. 10 yrs later I did. The marriage didn't last... but the song did. About six months ago I ran into that first love... as soon as I looked in her eyes... I heard the intro as clear as bell in my head. Jeff was an amazing musician and songwriter. To the family, I send my deepest condolences. He will be deeply missed.
20 years of his music in my life.
Jeff Hilty Feb 14, 2009