My instrumental cover of Christina Aguilera's song "Beautiful" I guess I am ready for the old folks home!!!! ...now that I am doing ballads!!!
I just happen to really like the chord progression and thought I would try an instrumental cover…
This is a request from Gene Eric Mann
one of mine and Andy's older ones...we envisioned this a a soundtrack for a horror movie....Andy thought of the story because his son likes to go into the woods near his house and brng back sticks!!
this is…
Unique, and very interesting.
I like how both Justin and Gene love it. They have an interesting ability to always agree. I have to concede, they're both right on this one!
Another oldie form Andy and I and requested by Gene Eric Mann....this one is about a friend of Andy's that had a drug problem....Andy wrote all the lyrics and plays rhythm guitar...weird guitar parts and all other instruments sre me and me playing…
This is a request from Gene Eric Mann
one of mine and Andy's older ones...we envisioned this a a soundtrack for a horror movie....Andy thought of the story because his son likes to go into the woods near his house and brng back sticks!!
this is…
This is a request from Gene Eric Mann
one of mine and Andy's older ones...we envisioned this a a soundtrack for a horror movie....Andy thought of the story because his son likes to go into the woods near his house and brng back sticks!!
this is…
From the early 70's...an old Crusaders tune with Larry Carlton..I bought this licensed backing track with no guitars....so the guitars are me... drums , Bass and keys are the backing track..
Right from today's headlines....a shameful tune I just had to write.
Lyrics and inspiration by Greg Connor
Lyrics, music and all instruments and vocals by Ron
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From the early 70's...an old Crusaders tune with Larry Carlton..I bought this licensed backing track with no guitars....so the guitars are me... drums , Bass and keys are the backing track..
From the early 70's...an old Crusaders tune with Larry Carlton..I bought this licensed backing track with no guitars....so the guitars are me... drums , Bass and keys are the backing track..
Rock tune about listening to gossips and the damage they cause.
Andy Rashley/ wrote song , rhythm guitar, vocals
Ron Rouch/ bass, keyboards, lead guitar
Dave Mathews/ drums
This is a story written by a friend in England (Andy Rashley) who I also write music with, it is about a guy who had a stalker chick when he was young..then she found him 30 years later on Facebook and started stalking him again...until his wife…
Rock tune about listening to gossips and the damage they cause.
Andy Rashley/ wrote song , rhythm guitar, vocals
Ron Rouch/ bass, keyboards, lead guitar
Dave Mathews/ drums
I also have on my AloneTone page Greg's "Listening to the Wind" with my own electric guitar thing -- hope you'll check it out. I like what you did very much. Funny how both of us were so moved by this number as to want to add something of ourselves to it.
This is a request from Gene Eric Mann
one of mine and Andy's older ones...we envisioned this a a soundtrack for a horror movie....Andy thought of the story because his son likes to go into the woods near his house and brng back sticks!!
this is…
Another oldie form Andy and I and requested by Gene Eric Mann....this one is about a friend of Andy's that had a drug problem....Andy wrote all the lyrics and plays rhythm guitar...weird guitar parts and all other instruments sre me and me playing…
My instrumental cover of Christina Aguilera's song "Beautiful" I guess I am ready for the old folks home!!!! ...now that I am doing ballads!!!
I just happen to really like the chord progression and thought I would try an instrumental cover…
From the early 70's...an old Crusaders tune with Larry Carlton..I bought this licensed backing track with no guitars....so the guitars are me... drums , Bass and keys are the backing track..
Written for a Minnesota Homebrew Halloween Song Challenge
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Sweet Tooth Geezer
Wandering thru the backyards on a cold and hallowed night
When I saw the little children all dressed up with eyes so bright…
Glad to get some inspiration from new friends and an old video of Jackson Browne's speech accepting his induction into the rock and roll hall of fame.... As usual a first draft and a rough cut, but glad to be feeling the muse again...
A GHOST…
Collaboration between Carl Unbehaun and Myself.
Introducing Carl Unbehaun, the host of Minnesota Homebrew Radio Show. Pioneer Radio 90.1 Thief River Falls MN
I had the words, and Carl had the melody plus the ability to deliver the song…
This song is the result of exchanging "One Line Zingers" with my friend Tom last Saturday while playing a little music.
He challenged me to write a song about him and he would do the same at my expense.
The funiest song wins.
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Hello friends!
I'm happy to submit this studio version of a song I wrote in early spring. It became the title track for my latest EP release of 5 songs. I hope you enjoy it!
Thanks to everyone who has listened and given feedback. I…
Vocals are perfect Colleen....great song...my wife was in the room and said "who is that? What a great voice" first time she has heard oou if the rest of the ep is like this you have a winner!! outstanding job!!
The circling of life
The ability to find your way
Like a compass in the night
And the coming of another day
It’s like when the stars align
You’ve been given just a glimpse of truth
And you think that you might find
The Optimism held in…
I am happy to post this first rough version of a song I wrote yesterday after a really long creative drought. It cracked me up because I'd woken up with this idea on my mind first thing after watching a stupid TV show the night before where…
I thought I'd share this studio version with everyone of a song that Greg Connor, Scott Zosel and I wrote and had posted here earlier as a rough coffee table cut. In this studio version, you'll hear Greg on guitars and vocals, and we added live…
I wrote this song while watching a beautiful snowfall a couple of winters ago - right after the 2016 election. I was feeling a lot of emotions at the time, and writing this one helped out.
I decided to record it in the studio, and we're almost…
Well it's been awhile for me. Busy summer and a bit of creative block all around. I'm happy to share a song I wrote this weekend to reflect on how tough change can be when you're in the midst of it. So many in my life are in the midst of personal…
"SUNDAY" is one of 11 songs based loosely on an article:
"Pope Francis - 10 Tips to Happiness".
Listen to the entire album "Simple Gestures - Greg Connor" for FREE on Spotify and other streaming networks WorldWide.
Nice very pleasing melody and vocals all round magic!! you wrote a folk/rock opera?
Simple Gestures....too cool odd;y enough my band is working on an "Americana" opera about the civil war .. 13 songs ranging from blues to country to rock called The Ballad of Billy Joe Hurley..will post when recording is finished
Another *Minnesota Coffee Table* creation:
Written by Greg Connor
Performed by Colleen Dillon, Mark Lofgren and Greg Connor
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Watch "Still On My Mind" and 5 other songs performed here:
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It's been raining all day so I've been playing with my recorder and a new Irish Whistle that arrived from Scotland yesterday.
This song is in response to a song writing challenge; write a song about "Boots".
Listen for my :
National…
Well this one marked the beginning of better songs as the last few I wrote really didn't please me or anyone so they went to the heap before ever making it here!!!
I was sitting enjoying a refreshing springtime breeze and felt that pull of…
Comments on Ron's stuff
I had to press play for another listen this morning.
Unique, and very interesting. I like how both Justin and Gene love it. They have an interesting ability to always agree. I have to concede, they're both right on this one!
Good one guys!
Oh yes... a masterpiece!
One of the best songs I've ever heard! I love everything, from the bass to the lyrics. You are a fabulous songwriter and musician -- Rock on!
Mughty fine and dandy guitaring. Work it out! Choice, prime, grilled and marinade in groove juice!
Ha ha! Mr. Weaner's theme! Great job.
Cool track , groovy groove.
You are bad-ass smooth!
Like this one a lot. Gotta great hook from the git go.
I love it!
When it comes to Soul music, you are THE master -- the Guru Supreme!
I seriously dig this one!
The guitar sooooo ROCKS!
I also have on my AloneTone page Greg's "Listening to the Wind" with my own electric guitar thing -- hope you'll check it out. I like what you did very much. Funny how both of us were so moved by this number as to want to add something of ourselves to it.
One of the very coolest songs in the history of ever!
FABULOUS!
You are amazing, and I love all you do. Could you add "Where's Dave" and "Stick Man" to your collection? And, whatever else, always ROCK ON!
BEAUTIFUL!
You've done a great job on it too.......
Comments made by Ron
Nice feel to this one love the lyrics...your vocals remind me of Dylan great!!
this sounds like pure Nashville ...a hit for sure .. Love it Greg!!
Amazing lyrics Colleen!! I love to hear your rough cuts,gives a great insight to writing and how a song starts...outstanding as usual!!
Fun song!! great collaboration...isn't this the 2nd song you have written called Pop?
HA HA.....great lyrics...love it .... you win!!
Vocals are perfect Colleen....great song...my wife was in the room and said "who is that? What a great voice" first time she has heard oou if the rest of the ep is like this you have a winner!! outstanding job!!
Great lyrics, great playing and singing...what more could we ask for!!
Fun song ...reminds me of the 70's... ripple, T bird and colt 45....breakfast of champions!!! you guys rock
I don't think it's rough!! I like to hear your voice with just one instrument,,,amazing lyrics great job Colleen!!
Great version...this one has a really big sound love all the instrumentation outstanding vocals!!
Amazing collection....outstanding singing and playing......and your dancing is really improving!!!! love the album cover btw
I like the arrangement ..your voice is getting better and better all the time ..great job Colleen
beautiful song beautiful mandolin ...I love the chord changes ..I guess you scared them!!! this is one of your best
This is a real feel good song to me...perfect for a quiet morning and my coffee!! guitar sounds great
Beautiful! love the chorus
Oh yeah!! outstanding..I love when you show your bluesier side...can't wait to hear this album...vinyl or CD? :-)
Nice very pleasing melody and vocals all round magic!! you wrote a folk/rock opera? Simple Gestures....too cool odd;y enough my band is working on an "Americana" opera about the civil war .. 13 songs ranging from blues to country to rock called The Ballad of Billy Joe Hurley..will post when recording is finished
You all sound great together!! you should name the band "Minnesota Coffee Table Crew" (MCTC) and take the show on the road...
great use and mix of instruments...dobro sounds really cool....some of your best lyrics...love it!!
Love the lyrics.....great song Colleen...really like the chorus...ahhh that magic coffee table