Lyrics:
They say smiling hides pain
But what really hides the pain
Is going through the motions 
With no expression
I'm standing here  in limbo
One day it’s acceptance then it’s back to depression
But I don’t need anyone to worry
As long as I have some time left
How could I be in any kind of hurry?

A little forward motion never hurt anyone
I have my days when my heart's not breaking
I know I have more to come
A little forward motion never hurt anyone
We can make it out of this
We’re staying ‘cause we’re far from done

Do I really want to come in here?
There is a song I just can’t sing
‘Cause it’s too much about the last year.
It’s a good crowd on a Wednesday
The place is clean and vented
I really shouldn't be feeling the fear

But I have to lay low again
But I've been working on some fresh tunes
That I finally get to share with my friends

A little forward motion never hurt anyone
Baby stepping through the setbacks
Relearning how to have fun
A little forward motion never hurt anyone
We can make it out of this
We’re staying ‘cause we’re far from done

A Little Forward Motion

6 in the morning and the air is kind of sweet
Moving my feet to the drum ’n bass beat
Got a busy night tonight so I’m doing this now
Sucking it up somehow

Now I’m feeling like it as 
Getting into the rhythm

Still running
Up and running
Still running
Up and running
Still running
I can only stop doing this for so long
Up and Running
Here comes another idea for a song

I make it through another day
Lacing up those shoes and the stress goes away
Ideas in my head
Solutions on the brain
I’m used to this and moving
Some gain not much pain
No need to push it too hard this time
A few times a week should do me just fine

I’m know I’m not perfect
But at least I’m staying healthy

(Chorus)

Through the woods and along the beach
Sometimes far from home
Exploring those streets
Nerves are calm I'm in a steady groove
No end in sight any time soon

(Chorus)

Running

Working with a new Martin acoustic, the same old Telecaster, and a new Boss Katana Amp.

Lyrics:
I’m out of bed pre-dawn ‘cause I’m working out of state
And drive a couple hours so I can get there at eight
Settle myself in and work hard the rest of the day
Stay focused and wide awake and make it though some way

No one said it was easy
But I’m taking the challenges when they come
Explore the place after hours
And try to have a little bit of fun now
Pass up the big chains
For some evening food and drink
Watch that game on the TV
And try not to overthink

Chorus:
So let the good times roll and the bad times go		
Sometimes you learn hard lessons
Other times you go with what you know
The stress level gets a bit crazy
And sometimes I miss my friends
No worries 			
I am coming home again


Sitting in the restaurant worried about what could go wrong
I’m feeling like I’m the character in that old Bob Seger song
Someone at random asks me if I’m okay
I tell her I’m all good
I’m kust up past my bedtime on a double shift day

But I’m up the next morning
Taking it on but it’s not that taxing
Free to go again
I’m driving home and now I’m relaxing
Pulling into my garage
These cats  knew I was getting close
Here we go again
With the hugs and the kisses and the purrbox dose

(Chorus)

Bridge
It’s late in the evening
Driving down through Tiverton I see a welcome sight
I’m feeling like an island boy again
Those bridges looks good lit up at night


Guitar Lead 

So I’m taking a staycation life is sweet
Gotta get energy back before I feel  that summer heat
I’m back at my favorite hangouts and I’m finding my smile 
Pub style at the Pub at 2 Mile. I’m gonna stay for a while

(Chorus)

Coming Home Again

Reworked this one. Used an LTD Deluxe and a Blackstar Soloist HT60.

Back In Season

Rick James vocal track courtesy of the Lochman and Fat Pockets Remix Challenge page. @user-629493990
Jon Fuller - Rhythm tracks, guitar, background vocals

Rick James - Super Freak (Lochman and Fat Pockets Remix Challenge Entry)

My entry for the Close Encounters Of The Third Kind Remix 2017+Competition; Clubfungus – Close-encounters-of-the-third-kind-remix-2017competition

 took the mixed sounds file and built the remix around that. A little rearranging and some stereo spread effect there, but I kept the original structure somewhat intact. I added my own synthesized sounds, basslines and drumbeats. I also played some guitar parts into the mix, using the five note melody with natural harmonics.

Close Encounters OT3k / Jon Fuller / Remix

Jake Buzzard - lyrics, raps, scratch effects https://soundcloud.com/jakebuzzard
Jon Fuller - DAW, guitars, music concept, and final mix

Thanks to the Looperman.com website for the a cappella

Jake Buzzard - Its a Slaughter (Jon Fuller mix)

Thanks to Michael Mayo for putting the a cappella on the Looperman website. https://soundcloud.com/mayo-music

Jon Fuller - Programming for drums, bass, and synths. Guitars. Final Mix

Michael Mayo - Ocean Breeze (Jon Fuller Remix)

A mix of dancehall reggae and hard rock for the Star Wax remix contest.

Star Wax X Soom T X Jon Fuller / “Warriors” Remix

Latin Freestyle influenced beat. Thanks to the Cymatic.com website for the vocal samples.

The Rhythm

Mixing SHV and Looperman vocal loops with guitars to a bass house beat.

Take It Higher

It’s a summer day, got a water in my hand
 I’m enjoying the band
 Sanity returns once again
 With family and new friends
You would think a job change would stress me 
 But i refuse to let it get the best of me
The blues can be uplifting 
 And comedy depressing
Things not being what they seem
 Can be a blessing

I’ve lived here for so long
Sometimes I burn out then come back strong
Life carries on got another new sound 
When life gets in the way I’ll find my way around

Not long ago I was sitting on a plane
My neck was in some pain
But at least I had the window
I saw the view and I felt better realizing dreams do come true
Now less time on travel means more time to play
We all need a hobby anyway
I never know when inspiration hits
In with  a decent team 
When the evening comes it’s time to blow off steam

It seemed like growing up threw me off track
But I’m finding some solutions and I’m not looking back
I didn’t know when I was younger that my time would be this long
There’s a reason for it all including this song

I'll Find My Way Around

Tonight
Got some monotony to break
A few deep breaths to take
Now I’m in another place
I don’t mind
Being in crowds some nights
As long as the music is right
It puts a smile on my face

(Prechorus)
For places I’ve been and the things I have done
Fond memories can’t always be planned
The best thing to do is just live for the moments
Any time we can

(Chorus)
Feels like 
The next thing you know from whenever
Life’s current pleasures
Feel like the next thing you know from whenever

Been laying low
But now I’m feeling that rest
Got back all of that zest
Away from the computer and TV
I’m of few words
But now I’m not feeling so shy
Life isn’t passing me by
I’m in the right place to be

Bridge
Through the roughest of ages
And awkward stages
You rise above
Get caught up on love
Through dire predictions that don’t come true
You hold onto what’s important to you

Next Thing You Know

With all kinds of destinations
A beach is still a beach
You don’t always need much money
For a good time to be within your reach
There’s a Throwback Thursday photo
From my teenage days
No girlfriend so I’d be happy
With each smile that would come my way
Even when adulting 
Romantic getaways are more fun
Yet there’s one memory that stands out to me
In the setting Florida sun

(Chorus)
That thunderstorm blew over 
And the clouds spread the colors of the sunset
I appreciate where I’m standing
Looking out from the gulf side 
On that rain-soaked sand
I can see my world expanding

Got a serious decision coming
Got to figure out what’s really meant to be
But I don’t trust TV commercials
Where should I go to get that real degree?
I’m surrounded by sand and seagulls Breathing in the salty air
Reggae music running though my head
Forgetting every care
I realize I can’t love someone
Who hardly knows I exist
Ideas and dreams are unfolding
In a time I seldom miss

(Chorus)

It’s like learning new songs
While running with the classics
As with winter comes the spring
Are we hanging on the brink
Is music saving us like always
We still have something more than a fanciful fling
So the soundtrack of the moment Is a chill out summer mix
I have a few days off to live In the imagery it depicts
Time to let go of all worries Boogie on another wave
Fall in love again once again
Hit an open mic if I feel brave

(Chorus)
A new day is beginning
I’m awake for the sunrise
I appreciate where I’m standing
Out on the balcony 
Of my hotel room
I can see my world expanding

Expanding

Extended Winter

Lyrics:
Isolation, frustration
A whole wealth of misinformation
Some call the facts misinformation
In this together in the middle of this mess

I try to stay in touch but it doesn’t feel right
Social media is a superfund toxic site
For the mind. I wish I could go play tonight
‘Cause we’ll all tone it down
Making things all right.

I take a walk outside
Just to get my head clear
I call it respect 
You call it living in fear
As we deal with those unprecedented blues
Oh yeah

I’m not too political more into science
Armed with a guitar ‘cause I don’t like violence
Break the slump since it’s time to break the silence
People protest ‘cause want to be heard

The lucky ones still get to work
A break on the price, they can’t afford to lose that perk
Grocery store feels like a war zone
I can’t be the only one who feels all alone

I take a walk outside
Just to get my head clear
I try to accept 
The cost and joy of living here
As we deal with those unprecedented blues

Sometimes it’s a good live stream
Sometimes it’s a purring cat
These little things keep us grounded
No complaints about that
Can we put this behind us? This should make us stronger
If we keep holding on for just a little while longer

And so we go, headed into better times
A new age will come if we start with our own minds
It won’t be perfect but we’ll be doing fine
I’ll try to be more friendly and commit to being fair

Some day we’ll help by living our lives
When it’s back to being safe but we’re not quite there yet
Until then I have to lay low
Get it done in the studio

I take a walk outside
Just to get my head clear
Tonight I’ll peak at the right time with the beer
As we deal with those unprecedented blues

Unprecedented Blues

Instrumental using Logic Pro X and the ESP LTD guitar.

Distant Dance Party

This is an instrumental using the acoustic and telecaster to go along with the beats, bassline and synth hooks.

Snapping Out

My music combines rock with various styles of dance music. If you are interested in online collaborations or think I've got something to offer your RI/ Southern MA band, you can reach me at jefuller3@gmail.com

I use 1,2 or 3 guitars and a Macbook with Logic Pro X.

Thanks to all of you who have listened and liked so far for your support.

Jon Fuller

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