Really chilling jazz and blues for my monrning tons of thanks

This one got the jazz hands a flapping... 🤘👊✌️

really a very virtuous piece of music, beautifully played

Really sweet track. Enjoy the performance and the feel.

Jazz&Blues

The instrumental track I'm presenting is a blend of electronic and pop sounds with rock riffs and solos played on my Strat. I used the AKAI MPC Live for recording and the MPC Software for mixing and mastering. All the instruments are plugins on the MPC.

Hot Guzzis

I'LL PLAY THAT GAME

Another little teaser of what is coming in 2024 - preview.

A Thousand Knives - Thrill

“Grill that Snapper” stands as a track that bridges the gap between the introspective nature of acoustic music and the bold expressiveness of electronic music. It's an audacious fusion that respects the listener's intelligence and emotional capacity, promising a rich and rewarding listening experience. Each note and silence in between tells a part of a greater story. This piece isn’t mere background music; it's a sophisticated journey through sound that demands active listening and rewards with layers of intricate details.

It begins with a soulful dialogue between a plucked acoustic guitar and a warm legato bass, setting a scene of introspective calm. The guitar's melody, adorned with subtle sound FX, tells a poignant story without words, inviting listeners into a world of reflective tranquillity.

Transitioning into the first verse, the mood remains contemplative yet gains texture. The upright bass, intertwined with an electronic sub, takes the lead, its legato tones painting a soundscape of introspection and subtlety. Here, the guitar shifts to a supporting role, its strings now weaving a background tapestry. This section is coloured by chords that evoke a jazzy feel, their complex harmonies hinting at emotional depths and unspoken narratives.

The bridge emerges as a delicate duet between guitar and piano, their interplay creating a sense of intimacy and shared secrets. This brief interlude builds gently, the chords simplifying yet deepening the emotional resonance. The addition of cello and bass strings, along with legato sax and oboe, lends a classical touch, further enriching the tapestry of sound.

As “Grill that Snapper” progresses, it gradually turns up the heat. The entrance of a straightforward, pulsing 4/4 beat marks a shift to a more vibrant, electronic landscape. Bowed violins add drama over the steady rhythm, their melodies intertwining with heavy piano chords. The juxtaposition of the electronic rhythm with the jazzy downward chord progression creates a dynamic tension, a dance between two worlds.

Reaching its climax, the track becomes an electrifying blend of filtered arpeggios and orchestral drums. The chaos of the arpeggios, set against the backdrop of a rhythmic electronic beat, paints a picture of controlled frenzy, a climax of emotional and musical intensity.

In its final act, “Grill that Snapper” returns to its acoustic origins, revisiting the serene mood of the opening verse. The outro, a mirror of the initial bridge, serves as a contemplative denouement, bringing the listener full circle. It's a conclusion that invites reflection, a moment to absorb the rich journey that has unfolded.

Grill that Snapper

Just set them up
Though I'm only seventeen.
Just set me up.
I'll take the fall.
I'll take a drink.
And I'll knock them down again.
No resolutions made here.
I'm not out for friends.

Deep is the valley where the sunlight never shows.
Deep is the chasm. 
Which you sink beneath. 
You fall so low.

Oh, set them up.
and I'll prove to you all that I.
Am the greatest.
On the pages.
That ever was.
Oh, set them up.
Sit back and watch me drown them all.
My intuition, all your judgement and my lies.
Oh, set them up.
There's nothing better to do.
You should try walking a mile in these old shoes.

Deep is the valley where the sunlights never shown.
Deep is the chasm. 
Well I'll sink right down. 
You set them up.
Watch me fall.
I'll fall so low.

I'll take that drink.
Some years since Seventeen.
You set them up.
I knock them down.
I'll take that fall. 
No giving up.
I set them up.
And knock them down.
I'm still around 
Oh, I have been through this before.

Deep is the valley where the sunlight never shows.
Deep is the chasm. 
Which you sink into. 
You fall down.
Deep is the valley where the sunlights never shown.
Deep is the bottom. 
When you sink them down. 
You set them up.
Watch me fall.
I'll fall so low.

Set Them Up

Live recording of my single called Save Your Words!

Save Your Words

Vocal Sampling: Psychedelic Revolution
Batgrowl: Psychedelic Revolution
Instrumental Mix: B Steele

Added some world vocal samples in the intro. I think it’s in Gaelic. Was inspired by Deshi Basara by Hans Zimmer but I wanted to give the chanting a melody. Piano progression was something I played for years and finally developed. Had no idea I had a bit of Dorian thrown in the arpeggios. There’s also some slap bass for the chorus. The strings incorporate the vocal melody and there’s also a dorian #4 in the verses. 

Lyrically, I took lines from The Dark Knight Rises. It’s basically another song of mine about self empowerment. 

Batman: “What does it mean?”
Old Wise Guy: “Fuck if I know. I just downloaded the vocal sample from online.”

Rise (Demo)

In a universe where prevailing dating advice is that desperation is the worst turn-on, the song title seems to be the case.

Pretty good litmus test, if your target, there, doesn't have a sense of humor about how this is a bad pitch to where they still run with it anyway and give you a pass, they're not in the zipcode of being The One.

You'll Transform Me Is Always A Hard Sell

To me, the highlight of any camping trip is the evening campfire. There is something magical about sitting there gazing into the flames while you converse with any company you may have. This song celebrates such a special occasion.

Firelight Magic

The next step/turn of the Windmill, we enter the midth of summer, the longest day of the year. Why is that? Wikipedia has an answer https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Summer_solstice 
But beyond those "plain" physical facts this date is part of many cultures, religions, ceremonies and festivities. Annie's words tell one of the many stories. 

Lyrics and vocals by Annie Dieu-Le-Veut https://soundcloud.com/annie-dieu-le-veut/
© Annie Dieu-Le-Veut, March 2024
See her entry for lyrics and more info https://soundcloud.com/annie-dieu-le-veut/summer-solstice

Music, arrangement and cover art by me.

Litha

melodic rock instrumental feat. guitars & synths

virgo

Recorded on Sunday, May 19, 2024 
Ron Snyder - 1st Lead Guitar / Rhythm Guitar (left side) 
Joe DeBrizzio - 2nd Lead Guitar / Rhythm Guitar (right side)

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Mellow relaxing music that will put you in the right state of mind what ever scenario. Give it a listen.
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New releases "Bewbie", "Flying Cat" and "Young Knife" out now!

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