For me, one of the side effects of unemployment is insomnia. I am the kind of person who worries about things, and often that worry extends into the night time hours. I sang this after a particularly difficult night. The vocals aren't the best…
This is the title track of my RPM 2010 album. It describes how I juggle the bills each week and try to make ends meet. If you know the old joke, if the ends would not necessarily meet but just wave at each other once in a while, I'd be happy.
This is my most angry song.
Sodom And Gamorrah
(c)2010 Terry A. Beckett
How many times have we seen it?
Headline the evening news.
How many faces have been featured
While the tabloids expose the ruse?
How many sweet young things
Have tried…
This is the first song on the first CD I ever compiled. You'll notice a piano as the primary instrument, and extensive use of horns. I wrote it years ago, and play it when I need some cheering up. Hope you like it.
ER
For me, one of the side effects of unemployment is insomnia. I am the kind of person who worries about things, and often that worry extends into the night time hours. I sang this after a particularly difficult night. The vocals aren't the best…
Listening to a batch of rpm albums. Liking the groove so far. Sax solo on You Can't Tell Them Anything followed by this acoustic number makes for some nice change-ups. Really digging this one.
Another angry song. My boss once handed me a spreadsheet about cost prices from vendors and said "I don't like the way this looks". I wondered if the upper management looked at salary costs the same way, and that led to this song.
This song described my co-workers at one company during a temporary assignment. I won't mention the company for fear of being sued, but you get the idea what they were like.
ER
Well done on all these! The key change in this piece fit very well both musically and with the theme. Congrats on another sucessful RPM. I wish I could be running the victory lap with all my friends there.
Another angry song. My boss once handed me a spreadsheet about cost prices from vendors and said "I don't like the way this looks". I wondered if the upper management looked at salary costs the same way, and that led to this song.
One night I was seated in a lounge chair in my back yard when the thought ocurred to me. This is nice, but is this all there is? Is this the reason I work? Is this the reason I pay bills and worry about the future and make sure my kids do their…
This is my most angry song.
Sodom And Gamorrah
(c)2010 Terry A. Beckett
How many times have we seen it?
Headline the evening news.
How many faces have been featured
While the tabloids expose the ruse?
How many sweet young things
Have tried…
Interesting song,,most folks don't take such a strong political stance in their music,, ,, reminds me a bit of the way woody guthries used to make social commentary in his music,,though more rockish, great guitar playing by the way... i like it
This is our little bundle of joy now grown up to be 10 years old. She took up the flute this year at school and this is her first effort in front of my microphone.
She decided on the flute after watching some vids of Ian Anderson and Jethro Tull…
I completely understand your reaction. My youngest has three favorite songs of mine we used to sing together. She's all of 14 and too grown up to admit it, but she still loves the songs. And I still smile thinking about it.
Nice work on the effects. Tell Nina she plays very well for her age. And the more she plays the more she'll enjoy it and the more others will enjoy hearing her play.
Big regards.
ER
I just listened to your demos, and I think they sound fine as they are. The dance music didn't make me head for the fallout shelter, and this song is actually very nice. I don't think you did a bad job on them at all.
ER
2010 RPM Challenge Track. Lyrics below:
Burning down the wire
And you're out of time
Ripping through the ties
that you try to knot
Telling me "go!"
Telling me "go!"
Is what you want
And you're running out
You're feeling used…
I've been listening to your entire album, and I like Telltale, and the first five songs, and this one, most of all. You have an interesting style. I'm not sure about some of your vocal affects, but the songs are good overall.
ER
I've listened to your entire album, and I enjoyed it a great deal. Made me envious that I can't pluck the strings like you can, but that's my cross to bear. Well done.
ER
You and I have a lot in common. Our lyrics are the strongest part of our music and we get the most from our vocal talents. I enjoyed listening to your album and going around the world with your music. Well done.
ER
I wrote it for a friend of a friend. It was originally about a woman, but although I liked the music a lot, the words didn't quite satisfy me. On a whim, I changed a pronoun here and there, and the song became a story.
Comments on Endicott Road's stuff
Good Luck man. I wish you all the best.
Great horn break too. I like this song and the lyrics.
Classic E.R. and well said. I wonder everyday where we are going. Let's run for office :D
nice track. Like the piano.
How can one not like this? Little bit of enchantment.
Listening to a batch of rpm albums. Liking the groove so far. Sax solo on You Can't Tell Them Anything followed by this acoustic number makes for some nice change-ups. Really digging this one.
i love a forlorn pop song
Cool groove!
this reminds me of The Magnetic Fields... if you don't know them, you should check it.
Changes for the Best of course.
This is gorgeous. I sure do love her voice. A winner!
Man, I feel your pain here. But, about the music...very nice folk-rock feeling! Nice tune.
Nice song. Lovely vocals!
Well done on all these! The key change in this piece fit very well both musically and with the theme. Congrats on another sucessful RPM. I wish I could be running the victory lap with all my friends there.
Recession anthem. 'sBeen my theme song lately too. Thanks for the bit of catharsis.
Funky. Much enjoyed.
Listened to your songs on the RPM Jukebox. Very nice. I like them
Interesting song,,most folks don't take such a strong political stance in their music,, ,, reminds me a bit of the way woody guthries used to make social commentary in his music,,though more rockish, great guitar playing by the way... i like it
you cant tell me nothing neither.. ask me dad. :) great song!
brilliant funky feel to this.. love the sentiment too. :)
Comments made by Endicott Road
I like the imagery of the lyrics. You paint an interesting picture. The piano work was first rate, too. The guitar solo was very good as well. ER
Another nice job! Your voice fits well with the accoustic guitar. And the backing vocals add icing to the cake. ER
Nice harmonies! My blues have just been chased away. ER
Singing along with you on this. I feel better already. ER
I completely understand your reaction. My youngest has three favorite songs of mine we used to sing together. She's all of 14 and too grown up to admit it, but she still loves the songs. And I still smile thinking about it. Nice work on the effects. Tell Nina she plays very well for her age. And the more she plays the more she'll enjoy it and the more others will enjoy hearing her play. Big regards. ER
I just listened to your demos, and I think they sound fine as they are. The dance music didn't make me head for the fallout shelter, and this song is actually very nice. I don't think you did a bad job on them at all. ER
I've been listening to your entire album, and I like Telltale, and the first five songs, and this one, most of all. You have an interesting style. I'm not sure about some of your vocal affects, but the songs are good overall. ER
I've listened to your entire album, and I enjoyed it a great deal. Made me envious that I can't pluck the strings like you can, but that's my cross to bear. Well done. ER
Would you be talking about Glenn Beck? Anyone else??????er
You and I have a lot in common. Our lyrics are the strongest part of our music and we get the most from our vocal talents. I enjoyed listening to your album and going around the world with your music. Well done. ER
I have enjoyed listening to your music. It is interesting and relaxing. Several, like this one, have a good beat. ER
I like the story on this. I think the story could apply to a woman as easily as a man. Either way, this is a nice song. ER
And you know it's hopeless only when the horse leaves you alone in the barn. I like your lyrics. They have quite a bit of insight. ER
Very nice song. Well played. ER
Like the storytelling on this one. ER
I liked the vocals and the atmosphere of this song most of all. ER
Your songs have a hypnotic quality to them. The vocals on this reflect that more than most. ER
Enjoyed your songs very much. I just might download a few so I can listen on my mp3 player, if that's okay with you. ER
Another bright and bouncy melody. And I see myself the same way. ER
Like this one, too. Bouncy beat and nice guitar work. Sing that scat!! Found myself singing along. Nice one. ER