My M-Audio interface came in the post yesterday, so I decided to put down a track. This is my cover and arrangement of 'Fake Problems' track 'Mr. Rock N Roll'. Recorded in my bedroom and played all the instruments, including vocals, guitar, ukulele, electric guitar and claps. Boom.

Mr. Rock 'N' Roll - Fake Problems - James F Hattersley

This is my first solo piano piece that I've written for my final 3rd year portfolio for University of Salford. Inspired by Ludovico Einaudi, this is a simple piece in Bb Major and in 4/4.

Fiore Di Ciliegio (Cherry Blossom Tree)

A track I recorded, mixed and mastered for my final year portfolio. 'Can't Buy Me Love' is written by John Lennon and Paul McCartney and performed here by function band 'The Jailbirds' (https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Jailbirds/453551528087590) with vocals for Tim Smith. 

Recorded in Adelphi Studio, this is a live recording with a vocal overdub.

Enjoy.

'Live in the Studio' Recording - Can't Buy Me Love (The Jailbirds w/Tim Smith)

The last thing I performed at Salford University before completing my degree. Recorded and mixed (with some cheeky backing vocals) by the lovely Zoe Parr.

I'm On Fire (Bruce Springsteen) - James F Hattersley

Despite not practicing or recording much the past year, I decided to dig my stuff out today and record a version of 'Another Girl Another Planet'. Possibly the best song ever written about heroin. Since there is so many covers of this song, I tried to mix up the vocal melody to make it not so much a direct copy. 

Another Girl Another Planet - James F Hattersley.

A long time favourite track of mine. Originally by Jawbreaker. I've slackened off with my music studies at the moment, meaning I've forgotten all about production. Just wanted to share!

Kiss The Bottle (Jawbreaker) - James F Hattersley

Recorded on my laptop microphone as an encouraging message to all voters in the US 2016 presidential election. Nobody should tell you who to vote for but at least vote. The world looks at America as the bed rock of modern democracy; show them that you can make the right choice.

Shooting Fascists (The King Blues) - James F Hattersley

My first fully completed, original song.

'Let Down' is about a lover's card game.

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