Minnesota Coffee Table Series
Written by Mike Rudquist and Greg Connor. Performed and recorded around my coffee table.
Colleen Dillon, Mark Lofgren, Mike Rudquist, Greg Connor
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Minnesota Coffee Table Series
This song is more fun than substance. Recorded at the end of the evening featuring the glow of an empty bottle of wine.
Mark Lofgren, Colleen Dillon, Mike Rudquist, Greg Connor
We're still short a few…
Minnesota Coffee Table Series
This song is more fun than substance. Recorded at the end of the evening featuring the glow of an empty bottle of wine.
Mark Lofgren, Colleen Dillon, Mike Rudquist, Greg Connor
We're still short a few…
Minnesota Coffee Table Series
Written by Mike Rudquist and Greg Connor. Performed and recorded around my coffee table.
Colleen Dillon, Mark Lofgren, Mike Rudquist, Greg Connor
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Minnesota Coffee Table Series
This song is more fun than substance. Recorded at the end of the evening featuring the glow of an empty bottle of wine.
Mark Lofgren, Colleen Dillon, Mike Rudquist, Greg Connor
We're still short a few…
that mando sounds great...nice find...oh and as usual an outstanding composition....love the harmonica .you can sell yourself as a multi instrumentalist...plus vocalist and composer!!!
Written by Greg Connor
Lyrics:
Old Country Songs
Wooden Chair by the window
Gibson on my lap
And the time I spend strumming
Is never coming back
The sun is shining on me
Evening won’t be long
I’m living in the city
Singing…
This song is in response to the song writting challenge offered by Carl Unbehaun of Minnesota HomeBrew Radio / Thief River Falls, MN
"Write a song about a Crazy X Girlfriend"
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G A friend said he…
Snow on the ground. Wind and temperatures below zero. It's time for another coffee table evening.
Recorded live around my coffee table with:
Mark Lofgren - Lead Guitar & Harmony
Colleen Dillon- Ukelele & Harmony
Greg Connor…
No, I never wrote the song, but always thought I would begin the song with the sound of my 12 guage shotgun as I open the action.
Gunshots and clapping are very hard to record. But there are plenty of places to go grab a sample.
FEEL THE TIME
Feel the time is rushing by,
I feel the time is near
Feel the time is crushing down,
I feel the time is here
That is how the world goes round,
that is how it goes
Just a question, when and how,
and that no one knows…
Yup. I'm having a freakin' great time with this wee little tune.
Some classic WG for ya'll. - Raw and loud. :)
I'm working on a spaghetti west version as well.
Watch this space. I might publish it.
Thanks again Greg.
Enjoy Cherry…
Here is my version of Greg's Cherry Pie...I took a little liberty with it and recorded a whole new song.....I think Greg said that would be ok!!
Tried to put the Sweet Ronnie Cream Cheese Mojo on it....good gawd!!!!
This is a fun idea Greg has, and I can't wait to hear more.
He sent me an acoustic and vocal track and asked me to complete it.
I stayed up most of the night jammin' it. :)
It's a bit loose around the edges because I didn't work anything…
Love it! Great instrumentation, and the occassional harmony makes it sparkle.
*Added to the Playlist:*
http://alonetone.com/connor/playlists/cherry-pie
This recording was revised 8/7/2014 with sound effects (train and whistle) and wah-wah guitar.
WRECK OF NINETEEN THREE
People listen to me tell you
Of the story of a man
Roamed the country in a school bus
People called him Danville Dan…
Lyrics, vocals, rhythm guitar, lead guitar, and acoustic bass by Merry Bear. Fabulous and greatly appreciated harmonica performance by "Minneapolis" Mark Imsdahl.
MINNEAPOLIS MARK
He's Minneapolis Mark
He's got that magic spark
-- Makes…
MAD AND SAD AND SCARED
I just want to get by for a friend
This is not how I would want to end
Mad and sad and scared
In everything I've shared
That is all I leave behind me
This is all I am
Hope I find a way
To kiss you every day
That…
WALKING ON THE MOON
See the Earth on horizon
Watch the Earth as she's arising
I hope the living are gazing
I hope the people are loving
Feel like I'm walking on the moon
I think I will be on there soon
My body's going to set me free…
Vocals by Greg Connor, lyrics by Connor and Merry Bear, music by Bear.
And y'all thought the Hokey Pokey was what it was all about! This song is 4 dimensional – up/down, left/right, in/out, now/then. BIG THANKS to Greg Connor for fabulous vocals…
Remixed unplugged.
I removed all the electric guitars and synths.
I also replaced the lead with a harmonica, re-recorded my backups, and ran the bass track through a fretless patch.
I like this version.
Thanks Michael - You've been a wonderful…
Comments on Greg Connor's stuff
This one just cracks me up! Great song guys!!!
Oops forgot to sign in .... that wino comment was me!
Well now the wine had taken effect.... but I gotta admit that this was a blast to write with this gang
Another great collaboration everybody..I gotta make a road trip...need to see this coffee table
Fun!!! .. now you have to create a new dance....it will be the latest craze "The Sea Salt Shimmie" ...I am dancin right now!! love it guys
Love it! Puts me back up north. I know so many people who would love to hear this live including me! Thanks again Greg!
Log in dummy! Zimmerman walked there for sure, He said so
Yup I instantly saw a album cover in my mind ,don't yah know
Sweet sounding mandolin there. Another masterpiece too! Great references to Dylan... love it.... I am guessing you are wandering in Duluth!
that mando sounds great...nice find...oh and as usual an outstanding composition....love the harmonica .you can sell yourself as a multi instrumentalist...plus vocalist and composer!!!
That's a fine soundin' mule you got there.
Wow, sounds great! Love the guitar, vocals and lyrics.
Still wish you were over with us on facebook.
Wonderful. If you've lost your way, this song will bring on a soothing calm.
Yah ,Iam looking for a home sweet home Arkansas I think I found it right here at the coffee table with You'll
Greg this one is going to be one of my all time favorites!!!! That chorus is just killer! Thanks for sharing the coffee table with us.
Love it....release it!!!!
Nice One ! :) c
great tune!
No, I never wrote the song, but always thought I would begin the song with the sound of my 12 guage shotgun as I open the action. Gunshots and clapping are very hard to record. But there are plenty of places to go grab a sample.
Comments made by Greg Connor
Bitter sweet message wrapped up in a great song.
I stopped for another listen. Good Song!
This little idea is getting better and better! *Added To The Playlist:* http://alonetone.com/connor/playlists/cherry-pie
Lot's of collaboration going on right now! Here is another excellent example. Well done guys!
*OH MY GAUD!!!!!* Ron, you can REALLY sing with feeling. I love it! *Added to the PlayList:* http://alonetone.com/connor/playlists/cherry-pie
Excellent contribution Bethan! The Uke is a fun surprise. Added to the Playlist: http://alonetone.com/connor/playlists/cherry-pie
That bass is really coming through, along with your signature sound. *Added to the Playlist:* http://alonetone.com/connor/playlists/cherry-pie
Love it! Great instrumentation, and the occassional harmony makes it sparkle. *Added to the Playlist:* http://alonetone.com/connor/playlists/cherry-pie
*Excellent My Friend* Nice contribution!
Beautiful piece
Great beat . . . I like the Wah Wah effect.
Interesting bit of history passed down to the next generation.
I like the way this builds. You keep it interesting.
I'm laughing out loud! What a riot!
Another interesting texture to this song. Your last two have been unique And refreshing to listen to.
Nice tribute. The song has a freshness to it.
Thanks for the invitation. That was fun!
Very unique . . . and beautiful, almost tranquil.
It's like taking a 5 minute journey. Haunting music with great bass line accompanying perfect vocal.
Nice organic feel with the acoustic guitar and harmonica