Gratefully Remembering Bruce Hecksel, Part 2

Bruce Hecksel

Part 2 of a Memorial Song of the Soul for Bruce Hecksel, shared by his wife, Julie, including 5 more songs; most written, sung, and played by Bruce on the lead. Bruce and Julie have more than 20 recordings as Patchouli, and also under the name Terra Guitarra, on their label, Earthsign Records. Bruce passed on July 28, 2025, at the age of 57, following a three-year battle with cancer. Bruce is best-known for his amazing guitar work, though he was also skilled at piano, and sometimes played other instruments like drums and wood flutes. Much of Patchouli's music featured lyrics and lead vocals by Julie, but in his final years, Bruce penned and led a rich crop of songs, included in their latest release, Everything It Takes. Julie shared her Song of the Soul in 2008, and Bruce was our guest in 2010. Here's a link to Part 1.

Past/present religious/spiritual influences: Lutheran, Earth-Centered Spirituality, Non-affiliated

All featured music is written & performed by the members of Patchouli, Julie & Bruce Hecksel:

So Last Year - from Everything It Takes

Love's Infinity - from Everything It Takes

Nothing But Heart - from Nothing But Heart

Night River - from Of Sea & Stars

Gratefully - from Everything It Takes

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SOS-000719

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Gratefully Remembering Bruce Hecksel, Part 2

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Guest:

Julie Hecksel

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