The song is about a recursive process of practicing and returning again and again. Through practice and concentration, time seems to slow down to the point where intentional action becomes easier and thus more natural. I think of the example…
I kinda figured the "Empire Builder" comment was yours, Dok, but didn't want to assume anything!
And thank you for the warm words for "Lemon Grove Ave." Cool to have folks like you listening and appreciating what I'm playing!
@Guest: Thanks for the kind words! I always try to go with songs that I can imagine a live audience listening to, so it's cool this song was received that way.
My light-hearted take on a serious issue.
Over- prescription of powerful and addictive drugs, and the unknown and (to some) worrying relationship between doctors and the drug companies.
Disclaimer: Dr. Kreviss is a fictional character, and any…
Thanks @doktordoktor! I think you definitely picked up what I was going for on this one. Cool to have the final product received in the way I intended.
Thanks, Colleen! I'm surprised that people are enjoying this one because it is so casually done. I guess it goes to show that simplicity is often the best route.
@doktordoktor - Thanks! I know my voice isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, so I appreciate the feedback. Keeps me motivated to keep playing, recording, and singing.
Thanks so much for stopping by to listen and provide encouraging words, @peppermintsky! I feel like you've been listening to my stuff longer than almost everyone here, so I feel honored that you keep coming back to listen.
@castratibrothers: thanks for the feedback. I tend not to notice if my vocals are too low in the mix (unless it's super obvious) so it helps to have a fresh set of ears point such things out. And I'm glad to hear you liked the lyrics -- I encourage you to check out the original version by The Verve Pipe because their version is far superior to mine!
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Love this arrangement - makes me wish I lived in some cool New York apartment, and you were the stranger next door with the midnight guitar.
Utterly beautiful, emotive performance. Loved every tear-your-heart-out minute.
Gnarly!
Really cool. Reminds me slightly of Dylan :)
Brilliant dark track. Spellbinding
Very cool track :)
Very nice cover. I like it sung in the deeper voice register. Sounds very sincere. Nice guitar play
I like it :)
Nice rendition :)
Nice acoustic sound. I like the vox
I like the dour strumming and the dark vox
Very nice! You capture the emotion of this song and it comes across so well Tom.
Thanks, Steve! It was fun trying to make the two guitars work and I'm glad the enjoyment extended beyond just me.
Great song and performance Tom. Vocals good and enjoyed the two guitars : )
@theproods I'm very glad to hear that you're out there supporting some of the artists who inspired me so much!
I purchase the songs you sing.
Glad you enjoyed it, Steve! I had some fun with this one. ;)
Nice acoustic cover, your voice and guitar strips the song back and gives it some soul!
Melancholic but engaging and beautiful at the same time
...you pretty much just described my life @fudetusk
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I kinda figured the "Empire Builder" comment was yours, Dok, but didn't want to assume anything! And thank you for the warm words for "Lemon Grove Ave." Cool to have folks like you listening and appreciating what I'm playing!
@Guest: Thanks for the kind words! I always try to go with songs that I can imagine a live audience listening to, so it's cool this song was received that way.
It's like Syd Barrett joined Guns N' Roses for a day to rewrite (and sing) their song "Coma." Cool stuff!
Tapping my toe to the rhythm guitar on this one - you're definitely onto something here!
Thanks, Dok! I appreciate the appreciating!
Liking the guitar on this one!
Thanks @doktordoktor! I think you definitely picked up what I was going for on this one. Cool to have the final product received in the way I intended.
Thanks, Colleen! I'm surprised that people are enjoying this one because it is so casually done. I guess it goes to show that simplicity is often the best route.
Sounds like something off an 80s John Carpenter soundtrack. Very cool!
@doktordoktor - Thanks! I know my voice isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, so I appreciate the feedback. Keeps me motivated to keep playing, recording, and singing.
Thanks so much for stopping by to listen and provide encouraging words, @peppermintsky! I feel like you've been listening to my stuff longer than almost everyone here, so I feel honored that you keep coming back to listen.
Thank you for the kind words, @Eshar!
@JohnnyStone Thanks for listening!
@TheProods Thank you!
Thanks! @TheProods
@castratibrothers: thanks for the feedback. I tend not to notice if my vocals are too low in the mix (unless it's super obvious) so it helps to have a fresh set of ears point such things out. And I'm glad to hear you liked the lyrics -- I encourage you to check out the original version by The Verve Pipe because their version is far superior to mine!
@Guest: Thanks for the kind words; it's always a welcomed sight when people take the time to listen and comment on the stuff I post here.
@TheXinkies: Thanks for the encouragement! Joining a band would be great. Maybe one day...
@ColleenDillon, @peppermintsky, @TheProods: Thank you for taking the time to listen and provide the kind feedback! Much appreciated!
@peppermintsky Your tone is one of the best on this site, so your words of encouragement are definitely a confidence booster! Thank you!