Traditional Irish - Arranged by Doug Sparling
Based on a recording by Na Casaidigh.
Played late at night, as a lullaby of sorts. Now go to sleep, little child...
Guitar players - check out my GuitarNoise.com lesson for this tune: http://www…
Traditional Irish - Arranged by Doug Sparling
The last of my traditional Irish tunes for now...I learned both these tunes on my Kirk Lynch uilleann pipes when I had them - now I just play them on guitar best I can.
Buachaill On Eirne is…
From 2005 - Another one of my early pieces written on Fruity Loops, I believe written along side Morning at the Quay. As much as I detest re-recording things, I could probably do it justice now (for what it is, but I cringe at the step programming…
One of my "Celtic" tracks - "Tomorrow Shall Be My Dancing Day" is an old English carol and I think the melody is beautiful in its elegance and simplicity. I recorded this in the basement in 2005 or 2006. Penny whistle, bells, guitars and strings…
A song written for my dear old friend, Kirk Lynch, who I've known for almost 20 years. For those who don't know, Kirk and I live less than an hour apart, but I swear it's been five years since we've seen each other in person, which just ain't…
A song written for my dear old friend, Kirk Lynch, who I've known for almost 20 years. For those who don't know, Kirk and I live less than an hour apart, but I swear it's been five years since we've seen each other in person, which just ain't…
One of my "Celtic" tracks - "Tomorrow Shall Be My Dancing Day" is an old English carol and I think the melody is beautiful in its elegance and simplicity. I recorded this in the basement in 2005 or 2006. Penny whistle, bells, guitars and strings…
One of my "Celtic" tracks - "Tomorrow Shall Be My Dancing Day" is an old English carol and I think the melody is beautiful in its elegance and simplicity. I recorded this in the basement in 2005 or 2006. Penny whistle, bells, guitars and strings…
One of my "Celtic" tracks - "Tomorrow Shall Be My Dancing Day" is an old English carol and I think the melody is beautiful in its elegance and simplicity. I recorded this in the basement in 2005 or 2006. Penny whistle, bells, guitars and strings…
One of my "Celtic" tracks - "Tomorrow Shall Be My Dancing Day" is an old English carol and I think the melody is beautiful in its elegance and simplicity. I recorded this in the basement in 2005 or 2006. Penny whistle, bells, guitars and strings…
One of my "Celtic" tracks - "Tomorrow Shall Be My Dancing Day" is an old English carol and I think the melody is beautiful in its elegance and simplicity. I recorded this in the basement in 2005 or 2006. Penny whistle, bells, guitars and strings…
From 2005 - Another one of my early pieces written on Fruity Loops, I believe written along side Morning at the Quay. As much as I detest re-recording things, I could probably do it justice now (for what it is, but I cringe at the step programming…
From 2005 - Another one of my early pieces written on Fruity Loops, I believe written along side Morning at the Quay. As much as I detest re-recording things, I could probably do it justice now (for what it is, but I cringe at the step programming…
From 2005 - Another one of my early pieces written on Fruity Loops, I believe written along side Morning at the Quay. As much as I detest re-recording things, I could probably do it justice now (for what it is, but I cringe at the step programming…
From 2005 - Another one of my early pieces written on Fruity Loops, I believe written along side Morning at the Quay. As much as I detest re-recording things, I could probably do it justice now (for what it is, but I cringe at the step programming…
I remember Fruity Loops...used it a long time ago. Some cool stuff in that program. And I know how you feel about re-recording. Unless you are some kind of musical
savant...you pretty much have to.
From 2005 - Another one of my early pieces written on Fruity Loops, I believe written along side Morning at the Quay. As much as I detest re-recording things, I could probably do it justice now (for what it is, but I cringe at the step programming…
Traditional Irish - Arranged by Doug Sparling
The last of my traditional Irish tunes for now...I learned both these tunes on my Kirk Lynch uilleann pipes when I had them - now I just play them on guitar best I can.
Buachaill On Eirne is…
Thanks for this utterly beautiful music
-and for your comments on some of my recently added stuff.
I'd love to take a lesson on your honest/clear guitfiddle technique.
Its a song that was inspired by a dream I had. In fact.. it was the soundtrack to the dream. The ending is purposely left with a feeling of being not finished, as I can't remember how the dream ended.
I hope you all like it :)
The Hollow Men
Sad Hippie Thing
1993
Greg Melvin: Vocals, Rhythm Guitars, Keyboards
Doug Sparling: Lead Guitars
David Albrecht: Bass
Terry Adams: Drum Kit
All songs written by Greg Melvin
Arrangements by Greg Melvin and The Hollow Men
@another cultural landslide, @kirklynch, @Sister Savage: Anthem indeed, and we wore our U2 influences proudly on our sleeves. This song was written about a childhood friend who commited suicide (apparently a few hours after seeing us play at the local pub). I did me "Edge" thing (yeah, Kirk, I was "Scenic Overlook") - I tuned my guitar something like AAEAAE, don't remember exactly, and yeah, that timed delay, that was great stuff :)
Started off with me just goofing around with Battery and a couple of other NI things (which are new to me) and grew into this...
It may still have places to go.
Yesterday I bought a very lovely sample set from Soniccouture called [The Skiddaw Stones](http://www.soniccouture.com/en/products/p4-the-skiddaw-stones/).
 two hour tune. Written and recorded yesterday, edited and mixed today. I might as well get it uploaded now because I'll be spending the next two weeks preparing to move across the country.
Lyrics:
We…
I hereby name this the "bridge to nowhere" mix since it was the musical content of the bridge that I spent the most time on.
If you've heard the song before, I've provided a shortcut video that plays the bridge from last night's version vs. tonight…
I made this simple song to try out playing an acoustic guitar with an ebow. It works, but it's quite quiet. The movement of the fingers on the fretboard is louder than the sounds. I didn't use any effects on the guitar tracks.
I recorded my voice…
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In this and in some others tracks we hear en intresting influence by celtic and pastorale-Middle-Ages music,very sweet,very nice
Beautiful indeed; thanks.
Thanks for your recent comments, Doug. (I'm going to hang and check out ye great sounds here.)
Beautiful sound mate this is great, love it.
Had to have another listen- thanks again man!
Nearly favourited this again - sooo dreamy! Wonderful stuff.
Thank you, it's lovely - will go look. Cheers Bethan
Beautiful it is, Doug, and really well played. Do you know the name of the carol? I haven't heard it before.
This is E-X-T-R-A Cool! Love it Doug. I hope you can find the other mix.
I loved this at 3 seconds. Just like fresh air.
Lovely! Don't think I've heard that tune before
Enchanting. Classic Sparling.
Nice one man! Never heard this one of yours
...man- tasteful stuff here, Doug. Thanks much for the encouraging words on 'For Joy.'
I remember Fruity Loops...used it a long time ago. Some cool stuff in that program. And I know how you feel about re-recording. Unless you are some kind of musical savant...you pretty much have to.
Your FL demos are far better than mine ever were. Kudos, loving the orchestral feel.
Music like this always unwinds my mind...always picture flying over lush green mountains...with naked Irish ladies on them.. heh jk.
Inspires me to pick up the whistle again. Great!
Thanks for this utterly beautiful music -and for your comments on some of my recently added stuff. I'd love to take a lesson on your honest/clear guitfiddle technique.
I refuse to wear a tutu, but I like this song nonetheless. I'll leave the sparkly shoes to Bethan. ER
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One after the other, outstanding...
I have those dreams all the time, I just never get the soundtrack...
You can say that again :) Nice one...
Another beauty...
Gorgeous...
@another cultural landslide, @kirklynch, @Sister Savage: Anthem indeed, and we wore our U2 influences proudly on our sleeves. This song was written about a childhood friend who commited suicide (apparently a few hours after seeing us play at the local pub). I did me "Edge" thing (yeah, Kirk, I was "Scenic Overlook") - I tuned my guitar something like AAEAAE, don't remember exactly, and yeah, that timed delay, that was great stuff :)
Wonderful, well done.
Wow, this is a great tune. Love it...
nice beat, nice guitars...
nice...
Very interesting, indeed. I like it...
Great tune, great sound. Good luck (again) on the move.
OK, I submit. I'm going to put all your music on my iPod.
Damn, I love this stuff...welcome to Alonetone BTW.
This takes me to a place I like to be. Lovely sound and space.
Beautiful!
Lovely tune...
That's a beautiful song - sonically very, very pleasing (love the finger squeaks, BTW). Just wonderful...
tranquil, melancholy, very inspiring
Very nice...lovely atmosphere.