So I had this song, not quite finished, I sort of insisted Greg Connor sing it, he also wrote the last verse. Steve Krell added the solo break. I think they helped to bring the song alive. Oh yeah, I'm in the Chorus ...... hiding Somewhere. :) :)
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…
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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…
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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
Simply a work of genius
Just excellent twang ting blues
This one's a keeper!
I like that cool vibe you've got going here!!
it drives along nicely why use 3 when 2 will do love the keys
Oh . . . This is GOOD.
There's deep down Blues in that harp and slide ... it was good but its better now .... Ray you've worked his magic again
Well what can I say ...... Brilliant Ray, he added the Slide and Harmonica, I'm blown away ..........
that acoustic sounds soft and smooth just like the blues being sung ....
You are setting the pace. This is a thought provoking situational presentation Well done.
My feet are tapping! This is the stuff.
Nice laid back bluesy number and very well recorded. It's just screaming out for some blues harp and/or slide guitar.
Timeless, retro acoustic gem - love this. :) Soundtrack material.
Works for me too and so true ..
Nope, that's not a silly little ditty at all - well, you can call it that, if you want :) - it's actually quite thought-provoking. Nice one.
Very pleasant :) back for another listen...
This really came to life. Nice collaboration guys. I love the blending of your voices on the chorus.
There we go! Good stuff!
Oh yeah, nice way to start the day.
Nice traditional blues song. Right up my street. Love it.
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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.