On a resent group meeting of musicians , I was reminded of the love of Latin rhythms. Thank you Bethan.
This is a tune dedicated to a los angeles luthier family ,Candelas, who build old style classic guitars. My fist real guitar was one of…
Classic jazz was my father’s choice at home ,us kids knew all the greatest horn players . This is for Dad .
Les Paul gold top with p -90 ‘s. Fender jazz bass .
I wrote this over a year ago and could not get it. the groove was too slow and so were my hands. well tzars better.
the concept came from a friend comparing his new love with a ten round boxing match . I could not resist.
Strange Times is an international collaboration between Roger Harris & myself. Roger initiated the idea with the first verse and chorus along with a chord progression. I added the last verse and took some liberty in producing this version…
(Remastered 22/10/2021)
I wrote this one last September.
Allison Jane Sixsmith 1965-2016.
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**Forever - A A J Russe**
I can see you on your rocking horse now
The one that turned around and kicked you in the teeth
He thought…
(Remastered 22/10/2021)
I wasn't even sure the recording machine was still going to work after nearly five years... Certainly, bits of me don't work anymore... But, surprisingly, I got this done in 24 hours, start to finish... Strange old world…
Written for the March Songwriting Challenge "Fast Food" offered by Carl Unbehaun, Minnesota Homebrew Radio Show.
"Let's Dine In" features myself and my sweetheart Rita Beth Connor who has been putting up with my crap, often positioned has…
C I been riding this trail for F way too C long
I Am picked up G peculiar C ways
F A short conversation G is C all that F I know
Cause I C haven’t got G too much to C say
I C remember the sweetheart that F I left C behind
Or Am maybe…
Here is an old song with a brand new wash and shine. Recorded today. It's a song about a fictitious girlfriend that Steve Krell created and . . . well . . . I just couldn't help but steal her away from him. In fact we both stole and lost her…
It's been a long time. Too many distractions and not enough time, or even focus to play lately.
Somehow this song, "Higher Ground" squeaked out from some hidden place.
Comments on oldfolks2's stuff
That a nice new ditty Merry Christmas
It's the kind of stuff that draws me in. I wanna do drums, bass, keys, etc. CrAzY good man.
gotta listen again. lovin' your vox man. good track.
Really beautiful! Your voice is so rich. Merry Christmas time to you dear Roger!!!
Beautiful lilting melody. Happy Holiday Roger.
lovin' the vox man.
I need a little of all of that! Beautiful.
You paint a vivid picture right from the start. “Irish Coffee and a good Cigar”. Brilliant.
what a lovely scene you've set.....
Beautiful Roger!
You got me laughing. Let's hope this isn't an autobiography. Sometimes it's hard to stay on the straight and narrow.
real nice vox man.
Sweet, You are blessed
You old softy …. This is beautiful.
Now here’s a wonderful ear worm for the rest of the day! Love this!!
The silence echos a thousand thoughts excellent track
Great motto to live by.
great songwriting young fella!
“Raise a glass so you live life to the full” good advice!
Ghosts in our veins indeed! Maybe we need more wine instead. Good song Roger!!
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Love those beats, takes me back to 1970, Bath Festival, hot blazing day and Santana playing on stage, Oh those days of my youth.
I drink to that .... sorry Dry White Wine for me ... Ha Ha
Love my Jazz .... Cool ....
Great sound ...
Love it Greg .
Loved dat ....
Love it , Andrew ... great song.
So, so good Greg .....
Great tune ..... makes me think of Roger Chapman ....
Good one guys
So good Greg, keep safe
I'll raise a glass to Mama ...... Cheers Greg.
very good Steve, keep safe .
Very good, what's a cooking ??
I agree with Ron, just saddling up ..... with a tear in my eye !!
Good one
Feeds my sweet tooth
Love it Greg
Good one Steve.
Really like this Greg, top tune mate.