First of all, let me apologize for not blogging in so long. I got so
caught up in my Twitter account that I was forgetting to do the longer
blogs for JL.com. I won't let it happen again! But you should still
follow me on twitter to get my random musings real-time.

I'm writing from Mexico City. Buenos Dias! Last night I did a
special performance at Lunario. The proceeds went to benefit the
children at Casa de la Amistad, a home for children suffering from
cancer. It was a lovely night and we ended it with a duet with Noel,
who is a star singer/pianist based in Mexico. We wrote a song
together called "No Importa" which will be featured on his debut solo
album (he was formerly in a group called Sin Banderas).

While in Mexico City, I also got to taste some authentic Mexican
cuisine and had a cooking class with celebrity chef Patricia Quintana.
That was so delicious. She's sending me the recipe. Hopefully I can
replicate it at home. Probably won't be perfect, but I'll try.

Tonight I return to New York, where I'll continue preparing for the
summer tour which starts in 17 days in Michigan. I'm very excited to

Hey people. I’m back from a much needed vacation. It’s time to get back to work. I’ll be in New York for a while, getting ready for the summer tour and working on some new music too.

I’m excited that many of the summer shows are going on sale now. I hope you’re getting your tickets. This will be the best one yet!

I hope you all got to read the Time 100 issue. I was very honored to be included and especially humbled to receive such a wonderful tribute from my friend and role model, Quincy Jones.

Peace,
John