Cascadia is the first solo work written and recorded by Andrew Davis. This funky instrumental blend of folk, rock and jazz features mandolin, acoustic and electric guitar, banjo, bass, and varied percussion. Enjoy!
I've posted this "Naked" version because Mrs Russe wanted me to... :-)
It wasn't "finished" in my mind - there was a certain amount of "orchestration" to come.
But I ended up liking the starkness of this version.
The original intention…
I played this one fairly straight. It still sounds a lot like the raw 30 second idea I recorded on my phone in an elevator in Chicago in early Feb of 2010 and discovered this RPM season. It's not about what you think it is.
I've posted this "Naked" version because Mrs Russe wanted me to... :-)
It wasn't "finished" in my mind - there was a certain amount of "orchestration" to come.
But I ended up liking the starkness of this version.
The original intention…
Our history was held in objects and places. We didn't realize as children that we were standing amongst the ashes of the loves of our ancestors. Still, we knew back then that love was possible and that we'd all move mountains for it.
This is one of those I made it up as I went along songs. Started with some chords to a click track and well it just had a life of it's own. Loosely based on some personal musical memories and a fantastic musician I had the pleasure of playing…
A song about, well, s**t happens, but all in all, it's alright. Thanks to TwoRegs (singing), Freight Drive Reprobate (singing and harmonica)and Lady Jane (Singing in posh mode). Hope you like.
in bed - cant sleep
go downstairs to pour a drink
the acs out, its hot as shit
but you learn to get used to it
since you left, its been hard
leavin early from parties and bars
you wont pick up, you're over it
its been a while, im used to it…
Let's buy decency,
And we'll stitch into the arms of our sweaters,
Cause I'm just a fool,
With an acoustic guitar, no shimmer.
I used to read books,
If they held my attention I still might.
The callous on my thumbs,
Say I stay up and…
Comments on Lady Jane's stuff
:)
Your 1st attempt? A most successful one then. Sounding dancibly cool!
Brill. Pretty moonchild - I'll blow your cover, lol. X
Comments made by Lady Jane
Such a happy tune :)
odh is right; the bass feels a little sinister. Did you steal the teddy bear, Andrew?
YOWWWW!! :)
That's an Oh Yeah! from me too :)
This is hilarious. Great vocals, and laughter's always good wherever it is :)
Big smiles :)
Naked is good :)
I'm liking a lot! x
Simply wonderful! :)
Groovy :)
I get the rose eating from my Dad :) Love it x
HEY!! This one got me smiling and dancing :)
More volume required on the vocals (or I'm going deaf in my old age!) Nice sound :)
Funky
Hell yah! x
I'm liking this, but am not sure why :)
I love it! :)
This is fantastic! x
There's nothing quite like staying up and twiddling all night :) Great tune :)
I wish I knew what you were singing. I think 'I believe'?