I threw this one together tonite/early am...yawnnnnn. Not an exact replica but always a tribute to Jimi's music. I was originally turned on to do this by some new free vst effects I found on the net. A cool fuzz face vst that is very realistic…
This was the original version I recorded before I completely overhauled it (see version on "It takes a village album ). I wasnt crazy about it but hell I put time into it and completed it so why not post it up.
An old recording from 1997 done on a Tascam 4 track. Converted to digital from casette so the recording is warbly in spots.
I am currently working on some new songs so I decided to throw so oldies but baddies out there.
This is a bonus track of sorts for the mock EP It takes a village. I had the verse chord chages around for many years but just until last week the song and lyrics came together really quickly. I thought I heard a band arrangement originally but…
This song is so nice. Very appropriate arrangement me thinks.
Agreed, this approach can be intimidating but if a song "stands up" to "stripped down" you probably got something and this song is proof of that. Thanks James.
Had written this one many years ago. I had it recorded originally in a different key and with different instrumentation but it I just was not happy with it. I deleted the original lyrics for the chorus and added a bridge section and lyrics. I…
This was the original version I recorded before I completely overhauled it (see version on "It takes a village album ). I wasnt crazy about it but hell I put time into it and completed it so why not post it up.
An old recording from 1997 done on a Tascam 4 track. Converted to digital from casette so the recording is warbly in spots.
I am currently working on some new songs so I decided to throw so oldies but baddies out there.
This is a bonus track of sorts for the mock EP It takes a village. I had the verse chord chages around for many years but just until last week the song and lyrics came together really quickly. I thought I heard a band arrangement originally but…
An old recording from 1997 done on a Tascam 4 track. Converted to digital from casette so the recording is warbly in spots.
I am currently working on some new songs so I decided to throw so oldies but baddies out there.
This is a bonus track of sorts for the mock EP It takes a village. I had the verse chord chages around for many years but just until last week the song and lyrics came together really quickly. I thought I heard a band arrangement originally but…
An old recording from 1997 done on a Tascam 4 track. Converted to digital from casette so the recording is warbly in spots.
I am currently working on some new songs so I decided to throw so oldies but baddies out there.
An old recording from 1997 done on a Tascam 4 track. Converted to digital from casette so the recording is warbly in spots.
I am currently working on some new songs so I decided to throw so oldies but baddies out there.
An old recording from 1997 done on a Tascam 4 track. Converted to digital from casette so the recording is warbly in spots.
I am currently working on some new songs so I decided to throw so oldies but baddies out there.
An old recording from 1997 done on a Tascam 4 track. Converted to digital from casette so the recording is warbly in spots.
I am currently working on some new songs so I decided to throw so oldies but baddies out there.
An old recording from 1997 done on a Tascam 4 track. Converted to digital from casette so the recording is warbly in spots.
I am currently working on some new songs so I decided to throw so oldies but baddies out there.
This is a bonus track of sorts for the mock EP It takes a village. I had the verse chord chages around for many years but just until last week the song and lyrics came together really quickly. I thought I heard a band arrangement originally but…
This was the original version I recorded before I completely overhauled it (see version on "It takes a village album ). I wasnt crazy about it but hell I put time into it and completed it so why not post it up.
THE OPENER OF DOORS
THAT SLOWLY EVENLY OPENING LORD
THAT MANY WILL GET SUCKED IN
THAT MANY WILL GET SHUT OUT
FROM GLOWING TO CHANTING OF WORDS
FROM JOUSTING AND THROWING OF SWORDS
DAYLIGHT INTO DARK A CARRIAGE MADE FROM A GOURD
IN THE FEW FLEETING…
For Elly Barnes
Thanks for the moment to think......
-My part of peace-
To think for a moment
Is the greatest of gift to me.
To think without fear
Better still....
My part of peace
Detracts in the least
From the good…
Hard rock song about losing faith....
Lyrics:
I'M GOING DOWN
Sedate it with barbiturates
Inject it with a needle
Calm this stirring anger
That I always feel
Lord, where are you
You've mocked my every prayer
Everything around…
This acoustic song is a drunk nihilistic escapade with a surprise ending; so if you like to howl, join along and do your best "ahhoooo.."
Lyrics:
At full moon, I was drunk as a skunk
My belly full of bourbon, and my breath really stunk…
BLEEDING ON THE GROUND
ALL THE FEELINGS SOUND
ALL THE NOISE IS DOWN
EVERY WOUNDED JUNKIES CLOWN
SWIMMING IN A MOUND
OF PILLS AND POWDER
ALL THE PAIN IS LOUDER
ALL THE TIME IS MORE
BLEEDING ON THE GROUND
ALL THE FEELINGS SOUND
LIKE…
This is one of 6 versions of this song.
Vocals: George Williams
Lyrics: Paul Dempsey
Drums: Todd Vierra
Bass: Andy Gupta
Guitars: Bill Gifford
Composed by Steffen Offermann & George Williams
Mix & Master: Steffen Offermann
This track is an improv that I don't remember making that was stretched with Paul's Extreme
Stretch http://hypermammut.sourceforge.net/paulstretch/ which is tons of fun and free!
Warning: Synthesized Acoustic Instruments
(JV-30, ca 1997) A simple rustic air with a sitar duet jammed into the bridge. That tells a profound and hearfelt story about city planning. Or not.
Once upon a time there was a boy with tunnel vision hidden far beyond the castle walls of a lifelong prison. Captive to a secret that kept him there under lock and key. Imagine was his sanity.
Thirteen days before thirteen he broke a sacred vow…
Jip1965 came round to kick my ass into gear and played a bit of rhythm i did the rest and then sent it off to the good Lady Jane to do her stuff and very nice stuff indeed! Cheers Me Lady!!! x
The Glory of Love – Tiggy Acworth 121003
Let’s sing this song together, for the glory of love
Let’s get along together, as if forever is long enough
As if forever is long enough…
You always make me happy, you always make me smile…
Comments on JR James's stuff
..authentic feel as ever from you, James - you set the bar very high. Superb.
Love this!
Thank you James This is awesome, love them guitars!
This song is so nice. Very appropriate arrangement me thinks. Agreed, this approach can be intimidating but if a song "stands up" to "stripped down" you probably got something and this song is proof of that. Thanks James.
I wanted to listen to this again after hearing the original...a wonderful tune with any arrangement!...Thanks James
Wow...I love this...so very nicely done ...feels like a nice summer day to me
nice & thick tone for days...naw...this is a goodie!
back for another listen.
Now I'm ready to go back and listen to the Rainbow Bridge version. Nice cover.
and beating the desk while I jam out to this
Lovely deep sound - great guitar tone.
memorable vocal style. keep up the good work guy.
Oh yeah, tasty, even with the warbles.
Very nice,Warbles n all! :)
THis is great, Lots of feel.Excellent tone
Nice......
Rocks.
this is a dope track.
This is good. Reminds me of Stevie Ray Vaughan.
Ummm... I love both versions... but I think this is the one I'd take on holiday with me.
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Haa...man I never heard a uke in this genre. Great move. It is pretty damn coconuts...lol! Great playing. The double time section ....damn cool.
Really diggin this. Love when the harp comes in, unexpected but sits in there perfect.
Trippy...almost Doors like.
Im in! Cool guitar style! I Like the fragmented chord tones and harmonics. You are a killer player. Thanks for posting.
As soon as it started I was captured. Taking me back to early Genesis or ELP....but all your own. Brilliant!
Dude , vocals are IT! Meaty guitar tone, growly vocals fit the story and vibe! Almost a Neil Young like solo in there...very cool! Superb.
Ahoooo.....im there man! Nice track. You have a knack for crafting some killer tunes. We can all join in...ahooooo!
What velvet underground would have sounded like with some distortion pedals. Heavy dissonant shiznit right there!
Nice movement and composition.
Hell yeah....right from go! Nice solid track guys. Almost like a bluesy version of Asia. This is great. Nice boards, vocals and solid rythym section
Dark movie score...intense.
Get out! This is incredible! jackpot! Great song and vocals...my my! Like the retro synths. Sweet!
A high level of melody and harmony coming from you once again.
This is right up the music score for a tv show or cartoon etc...I dig it.
Beautiful...that is exquisite playing...
Kind of reminds me of Cat Stevens. Nice songwriting and vocal
Really nice take on a blues with some outside playin. Great sense of harmony in your work here. Very good vocal to boot. Enjoyed whole thing.
Hey....nice job on this. Harmonies sound excellent.
Yes...it does have that Rocky Horror vibe.
Nice songwriting and performance.