Gulf Coast Records release 'Life Is Hard,' the No.1 Billboard US Blues album by multi Blues music award-winner Mike Zito. The inspiration to record this album came from a difficult period in Zito's life when he was dealing with the death of his late wife Laura. It is an outpouring of emotion expressing the vulnerability and longing associated with love and heartbreak. The album was recorded at the legendary Sunset Sound Studios in Hollywood, California, under the watchful eyes of producers Joe Bonamassa and Josh Smith. "Life Is Hard is a complete work of art for me. I believe this is the best album I've ever made in my life. My wife Laura and I planned this idea of pouring my heart out in music after her death from cancer." - Mike Zito.