i like where this takes me and i would love to know what you are using to generate the sound scape. i need to get some software with the kinds of controls that generate these tones
tim
Incredible! So creative! I had no idea you existed until Patrick El Meliani sent me the link to his page "polymood," which has two of your songs on it. Wow!
John (creator of SonicMood)
love the bass... love the claps, taps...wow.. I am really impressed with this album so far. this stuff inspires! so fluid... and not the least bit banal for a 12 minute track... it's constantly moving. you guys pulled it off.. the violins at 05:30 are so awesome. I hear a bit of dissonance in there too. Shit, I might as well be reviewing your album with these lengthy comment chapters. good stuff... You guys really made something special.
I like the overall idea but I have a couple suggestions for the lyrics. First, it's a little clumsy; I've never heard "401k" sound poetic. Second, you sing about a character who's lost his future, but you don't show how this happened. Especially in light of the "401k" and "faceless concerns" lines, the picture that I'm getting is of a guy who's been trapped by his own choices, both productive (career) and consumptive -- while this absolutely can be a compelling story, it has to told, and with some introspection. Jess used to tell me, "Show it, don't say it". I think the key album to listen to for songs of this sort is Bruce Springsteen's The River, especially the title track. For all his characters that have lost there futures, there's a story.
Sorry if I'm being a lyrics snob, it's just what I am. Thanks for writing about these ideas, it needs to be done.
RPM 2k15
vocals by Nikki Goodson
i'd like to live among the bees
fly from hive to flower
and do my honey dance
for all the fellas
no senseless purpose
no one doubts my resolve
no one pushes me around
we're all the same after all
i…
RPM 2k15
vocals by Gregg Todt
extra guitars Jeff Treese
you come to me
and i’ll take your hand
and you take my heart
it’s just a start
and i’ll come to you
and our love will soar
up to the stars
that’s pretty far
away, you’re safe…
RPM 2k15
vocal by Colin Garvey
extra guitars Brent Nolan
he’s hiding in plain sight
sends a message, don’t bother
drive away, refuse to fight
and try to be the father
left alone with the radio
and wipe away my tears
weakness reveals…
CHECK IT OUT!! It's the very elusive and thought to be the stuff of fabled musician's lore, A "completed" song by the guy that I AM!
A robster the rock lobster
I'm going to keep this song EXCLUSIVELY here at Alonetone.com because this…
an overcast rainy day here in south calif.. i sat at my piano in the morning and this just sort of sprang out on the keyboard... since im learning about electric guitars this feb (for rpm) i spent the day playing with different amps and effects…
I am learning a bit more each day about how to write/compose for guitar ,, quite fun. This RPM piece is dedicated for our 16 and 1/2 year old mini red Dachshund,, Howie.. though blind and mostly deaf, and recovering from illness, he still…
welll... this year for RPM i am trying music and instruments i have never used/learned/done ie know nothing about... why? im not sure i now know.. but it did seem like a good idea two weeks ago.. so here is the "first half" of what i have so…
Comments on another cultural landslide's stuff
One of the coolest intros I've ever heard. Fantastic track, lot's going on, with great sound and never over done!
Love It! How did you record the voice inside my head?
Love this track!
that was me, who said that. I thought I was logged in ^_^ really, though, I hear a lot of highly personally compatible grooves in this track.
i'm promoting this track. It must be listened!!!
wow, we should hang out. !!
i like where this takes me and i would love to know what you are using to generate the sound scape. i need to get some software with the kinds of controls that generate these tones tim
Incredible! So creative! I had no idea you existed until Patrick El Meliani sent me the link to his page "polymood," which has two of your songs on it. Wow! John (creator of SonicMood)
Wow! You have created a great song! I also like the comment about "home of the industrial-sized mosquito!" :) John (creator of SonicMood)
i'm promoting this track...it flows so well. really, you guys pulled it off! you should be proud!
Extremely tasteful layers on top of the perfect groove. Love it!
Great song! I like everything. And I agree with glu - this is a hit!
f**K! this is a hit! You guys really nailed the current sentiment. what an important song. The American dream...it's an anachronism. wake up America!
love the bass... love the claps, taps...wow.. I am really impressed with this album so far. this stuff inspires! so fluid... and not the least bit banal for a 12 minute track... it's constantly moving. you guys pulled it off.. the violins at 05:30 are so awesome. I hear a bit of dissonance in there too. Shit, I might as well be reviewing your album with these lengthy comment chapters. good stuff... You guys really made something special.
W, you have such fantastic pitch - it's quite incredible.
I like the overall idea but I have a couple suggestions for the lyrics. First, it's a little clumsy; I've never heard "401k" sound poetic. Second, you sing about a character who's lost his future, but you don't show how this happened. Especially in light of the "401k" and "faceless concerns" lines, the picture that I'm getting is of a guy who's been trapped by his own choices, both productive (career) and consumptive -- while this absolutely can be a compelling story, it has to told, and with some introspection. Jess used to tell me, "Show it, don't say it". I think the key album to listen to for songs of this sort is Bruce Springsteen's The River, especially the title track. For all his characters that have lost there futures, there's a story. Sorry if I'm being a lyrics snob, it's just what I am. Thanks for writing about these ideas, it needs to be done.
Very poignant - a 21st century parallel to Phil Ochs.
Love the organ and the way the lullaby weaves in and out!
god i love this. EPIC!! Futures dont often arrive on time do they? Mines late now..
Eclectic, provocative, cool, new, beautiful; a wonderful list. Love the rhythms in this one.
Comments made by another cultural landslide
Fantastic harmonies! w;-)
What a great opening track! w;-)
Excellent album Colin. Rocks out. Well done! w;-)
Smokin' vocal. w;-)
What a kick ass track!!! w;-)
Mighty, mighty fine track. w;-)
Serious ass kicking track! w;-)
Fantastic track. Fantastic vocal. w;-)
ER, this is wonderful! Might be the best track you've ever done. w;-)
Wonderful track. Wonderful harmonies. w;-)
This is ho so nice! w;-)
Kazoos? Great tracks!
Love the harmonies. w;-)
This is gorgeous!
Mind trip!
Beautiful! w;-)
Richard, you had my heart after reading your description. May Howie live a wonderful life in his senior years. As for the track, it's beautiful! w;-)
Richard, that's quite a challenge! This is wonderful! w;-)
What a beautiful, thoughtful track! Love the harmonies too. w;-)
This is fabulous! We must share this on our FB page. w;-)