Leaving the Commonwealth follows the D. Charles Speer solo album Arghiledes and the band"s collaborative recording with Jack Rose, Ragged and Right. D. Charles Speer aka Dave Shuford is a founding member of the long running No Neck Blues Band and also known for his work with Enos Slaughter, The Suntanama, Egypt Is The Magick #, and Coach Fingers. CD version comes in a 4 panel mini-LP style gatefold package. LP version is presented in a die cut jacket with full color inner sleeve and free download coupon.