The Cyber Warz E.P.

ROCK N ROLL CLASSICS
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Shake, Rattle and Roll (Bill Haley & the Comets)
Bad Moon Rising  (Credence Clearwater Revival)
Johnny B. Goode  (Chuck Berry)
Shakin' All Over  (Johnny Kidd & the Pirates)
Walk Don't Run   (The Ventures)
Lucille (Little Richard)
These Boots Are Made for Walking (Nancy Sinatra)
Tequila! (The Sax Tape Version)
Rock On (David Essex)
Can't get Enough (Bad Company)
Walk Don't Run. The Ventures
Oh, Pretty Woman, Roy Orbison
Rebel Rouser, Duane Eddy
All Or Nothing, Small Faces

Rock n Roll Classics (Covers)

Classic Rock & Pop Covers

c2021 Performance: Made in The Hutch
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This is a cover of the famous guitar instrumental originally written and recorded by Duane Eddy and Lee Hazelwood in 1958. Of course it featured Eddy's Gretsch "twangy" guitar sound.... There was a lot of this guitar music about in the late 50's /60's which I still have a fondness for.

Guitars and Amps where only just evolving way back then, and so they had very little in the way of Guitar FXs, just a clean sound and maybe some reverb. The first track I learned to play on electric guitar was "Apache" by The Shadows. (like 1000's of others no doubt)

Anyway, this track and the twangy guitar sound is still popular and kinda defines the early rock'n'roll years. Love it! 
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Rebel Rouser

My cover* of the 1970 metal hit "Paranoid" as made famous by Black Sabbath, the fathers of heavy metal. 
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So after nearly 3 years of my main musical equipment and guitars being in storage (due to a major house move, work and covid restrictions, etc) I am finally back to re-learning the rock guitar. I got the finger blisters to prove it!
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So this was the first rock song I ever played on stage with my mate's band "Standard Issue", if my memory serves me well. Probably late 1970's. Although a simple 3 chord song, the speed (160bpm) and its relentless straight 8 rock "chug" was a challenge then and now. The guitar solo was a typical pentatonic E scale. But at that speed, with whole tone bends and being high up the neck took some practise... I had to record the solo in slower tempos to get up to speed! Alas, it's a version and still a rocker 50+ years later.  I hope you enjoy (Play LOUD, or even LOUDER).
*Cover/Demo Only. Not for Sale
MusicalRecording in the Hutch c2022
Vox Tracks: c/o Karaoke Version
Original Composers / Copyright: Black Sabbath c1970
Cover Art: Pexels / Mikhail Nilov

Paranoid

50+ years and the Rolling Stones are still touring and playing this iconic song (probably their best). Apparently it was written as a reference to the social troubles and wars at the time (like Vietnam)... And here we are in 2022 with another pointless war and innocent people being used as pawns for narcissistic power hungry, mad-cap politicians. Will that ever change? Sad!

So, I thought this old 3 chord Rolling Stones song would be easier to mix than this... it is turning into a nightmare! Anyway in general I am happy with it. I had about 20 active instruments & vocal tracks to balance.

This performance 2022 Mix Demo only. Not For Sale or Profit. 

TECH: Ableton Recorded and Mixed. Ozone 9 Mastered. All instruments parts recorded / midi's from scratch. Vox stems c/o Karaoke Version. Lead Guitars LTD EC1000.
Instrument VSTs used: Abbey Road 60's Drummer, Rickenbacker Bass, Ableton Grand Piano, Electric Sunburst, Guitar Rig 5 & 6, Raum Reverb.

Gimme Shelter

My '23 version(cover) of the classic Led Zepp' guitar powerhouse that is "Black Dog" originally released way back in 1971. Led Zeppelin, one of my all time fave rock bands discovered in the glorious summer of '76 ... actually a mate had nicked the double cassette "Physical Graffiti" from a well known chain store and we listened to it so many times in the town square under the hot sun of '76. That album woke me up musically from the tamer pop glam in the charts at the time. Glory Days!

So this was a bitch to get right as it has so many weird tempo and time changes. Apparently, a deliberate ploy of the band to make it harder to copy. Still that is what the musical grid and note fractions are for. That and modern recording techniques allow for more trial and error takes. (But in the days of tape, for sure harder). I am particularly happy with my drum track here. yes, it's midi programmed but I studied the original track / drum score a lot to get the fills and grooves as close as I could. Onward.... 
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All Instruments Recorded : The Hutch (Guitars, Bass and Drum Midi)
Mix and Produced: The Hutch with Ableton Live 10 / Native Instruments
Vox Trax: c/o Recisio (Vocals Stems)
Original Copyright / Publishing: Led Zeppelin / Page / Plant
This Performance: Made in The Hutch c2023.

Black Dog

OMG! ...  TURN IT UP! 
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My demo cover* of Glam Metal artist Lita Ford's classic 1988 rock anthem "Kiss Me Deadly". Originally written by Mick Smiley and then produced by the 70's Glam Rock hit factory man Mike Chapman (Sweet, Mud, Pat Benetar, Suzi Quatro, Smokie, Arrows, etc).  
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Keys / Drum Midi, All Guitars and Bass : The Hutch
Vocal Track:  c/o Revisio (karaoke-version.com)
Sound Tech: Ableton Live 10, iZotope Ozone 9, Native Instruments
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*Not for sale, download or profit. Demo for learning purposes only. 
Copyright of song with original writers and publisher
This recording / performance Made In The Hutch

Kiss Me Deadly

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It's BIG, loud and involved... with classical overtones using the E Harmonic Minor (unusual for a rock track). Please listen on good speakers, volume as high as you can stand it!

It was complicated to learn and record, a real challenge for a home studio. But finally, after about 4 weeks of trial and error, here is my cover of the EPIC eight-minute track from the acclaimed album 'Rainbow Rising' as made famous by Richie Blackmore's Rainbow (former guitarist of Deep Purple). Richie teamed up with an awesome rock vocalist, Ronnie James Dio, and renowned rock drummer Cozy Powell after leaving Deep Purple. What a band. This is the standout track from the album. Sadly, this line-up didn't last too long.

I remember being blown away when I first heard the original 40 + years ago. 

I deliberately took this on to improve my playing and as a study in powerhouse rock with classical overtones. Little did I know how hard it was to learn all the parts. I put some hours into this and gave up a few times trying to get the sounds and arrangements right. Thankfully, I found a great vocal stem to use... quite close to Dio's, which encouraged me to continue.

Starting with the drums... these took about 4 days on and off to study and program. Without these sounding good, there was no point in learning the rest. Epic drums for sure. Love em. 

The bass and organ were fairly straightforward... then the guitars!! 

Richie is a rock guitar god... this track has a 41 bar guitar solo !!! Ahhh. Most songs have 8 bars. This was a challenge too far for me. Over a 2 week period I practised this, but some parts were just too fast for my old fingers, rather than difficult. Many of the 16th triplets and 32th notes foxed me for ages. I decided to record it in sections, break it down. So I got it to work best I could. I never got a take all the way through without making errors. I also forsook the slide guitar part. 

Interestingly, I couldn't find any live footage of Richie B actually playing the guitar solo, note for note, off the record! Maybe it was too hard for him to play in one take?

So, like the Pros, the solo is a composite of various takes in order to get a good version.

Anyway, it's done and I'm extremely happy with the final result. 

PLEASE SHARE.

Song Credits : Rainbow, Dio and Blackmore
Recording / Performance : The Hutch c2023
Vocal Stem : Copyright Recisio KK Ltd
Tech : Ltd & Squier Guitars, Ibanez, Ableton Live 10, Guitar Rig, Kontakt VSTs, Native Instruments, A49 Keyboard, Scarbee Rickenbacker VST.

*Not for sale or profit.

Stargazer

A more electronic remake of the Blondie Classic "Call Me". Blondie are an American rock band founded in 1974 in New York City by singer Debbie Harry and guitarist Chris Stein.

Tags:  New wave, pop rock, punk rock, disco funk

Songwriters:  Debbie Harry / Chris Stein
This Recording: The Hutch c2023
Vocal Stem: Recisio KK Ltd
*Demo / Non-Commercial Release

Tech: Ableton Live 10, Native Instruments Komplete, Vital, Arturia, Squier Telecaster, A49, Isotope Ozone

Call Me

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I updated this old 1982 stomper hit single called "White Wedding", originally by Billy Idol. Love the crashing electric guitar parts and main theme. Turn it up load!

I added some Hammond organ and changed up that iconic riff in the middle a little... Rocking out.

White Wedding by Billy Idol
"White Wedding" is a song by Billy Idol that was released as the second single from his self-titled studio album in 1982. Although not Idol's highest-charting hit, it is often considered one of his most recognizable songs.
TECH:
*Not for commercial purposes, demo only
Recording / Performance: The Hutch
Composer: Billy Idol (copyright)
DAW: Ableton Live 10 / Ozone 9
Guitar: Squier Tele' Affinity
VSTs: Native Instruments & Arturia
Vocal Stem c/o Recisio KK
Photo: Mikhail Nilov (Pexels)

White Wedding

(Remixed & re-released 2023) Amazingly, first released in 1957! But what a classic R&R boogie-woogie song from Little Richard and his high energy vocal. It must have been real exciting to be at the dawn of a new era in popular music!

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This performance & recording is not for resale or profit. c2018

So this is my cover, which started as a backing track for a guitar version I wanted to do (still do)... but I found a vocal stem c/o Karaoke Version (5* to them) to use over the top. For me it's 2.5 minutes of pure RnR and was great fun to make. I love how these pioneers of popular music with rudimentary recording technology managed to capture the excitement of post-war youth and energy with such clarity.

Made in The Hutch ... using gear and software by Ableton Live, Novation, Native Instruments, Fender and Ibanez! .... all instruments played or midi programmed by The Hutch. Vocal c/o Karaoke Version.

NOTE: This recording is a non-commercial release. Not for resale or profit. Please ask permission to use it. Composition Copyright is with the original owner / publisher.

LYRICS:
Lucille, you won't do your sister's will?
Oh, Lucille, you won't do your sister's will?
You ran off and married, but I love you still.

Lucille, please, come back where you belong.
Lucille, please, come back where you belong.
I been good to you, baby, please, don't leave me alone.

I woke up this morning, Lucille was not in sight.
I asked my friends about her but all their lips were tight.
Lucille, please, come back where you belong.
I been good to you, baby, please, don't leave me alone, whoa

I woke up this morning, Lucille was not in sight.
I asked my friends about her but all their lips were tight.
Lucille, please, come back where you belong.
I been good to you, baby, please, don't leave me alone.

Lucille, baby, satisfy my heart.
Lucille, baby, satisfy my heart.
I played for it, baby, and gave you such a wonderful start.

TECHIE BIT:
Recorded with Ableton Live 9.7. All instruments by yours truly.
VOCAL STEM: KaraokeVersion.com (5* to them)processed thru Izoptope
DRUMS: Ableton's Heavy Rock Kit Midi
12 BAR CHUG: Squier Tele through Vox AC30
BASS: Midi > Std Pop Bass + Mid Compression
KEYS: New York Grand (Native Instruments & Novation LaunchKey)
LEAD GUITAR: Squier Strat Affinity thru Country Crunch + Treble Boost

Lucille

I remastered my*version of the Classic Rock hit made famous by the Irish Rockers: Thin Lizzy. "Don't Believe A Word". Love this band forever!
c2023 : Performance & Recording by the Hutch.
This is my new cover of the classic 70's rock anthem "Don't Believe a Word" by the Irish rockers #thinlizzy. I love this track and the band. Phil Lynott and Lizzy are still artists I will listen to 30+ years on! Iconic.

I re-recorded this track 4 years on as I was not 100% happy with the previous 2019 version.  

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Thin Lizzy are an Irish hard rock band formed in Dublin in 1969. Their music reflects a wide range of influences, including blues, soul music, psychedelic rock and traditional Irish folk music, but is generally classified as hard rock or sometimes heavy metal. 

Tech: Ableton Live 10 Production Suite
Squier Tele + LTD LP EC1000 Deluxe + Ibanez Bass
The vocal stem is c/o Recisio KK.
Composer: Phil Lynott

NOTE * Demo only. Not for resale or distribution. #dontbelieveaword

Don't Believe A Word

Dont Believe A Word

"Cascade" Remix c2023 : Made in The Hutch
An original Film/TV style theme, composed by Derek Cook.
This version is an experimental piece, scored and arranged to accompany a short video I am making : "Cascada Pantano Elche". (a waterfall in Spain).

YouTube : https://youtu.be/NN5jJUjp-Y0

Having recently visited this dam / reservoir on the Rio Vinalopo, I took some pictures and video. I needed some music to accompany the video and decided to write my own music. This track was inspired by "Loneliness" by Epic Mountain, although my music has taken on its own character.

Production: So this uses mainly my BBC Orchestra sampled instruments. Worked mainly in Ableton Live #10. Mastered using Izotope Ozone 9 tools.

Please HIT the LIKE button just to keep my spirits up! ;0 )

Cascade

Casade

The Cyber Warz E.P. Track #1 "The Vanguard". 
Copyright c2023 Made in The Hutch
The Android Trap presents an original cinematic / soundtrack style composition as a follow-up to "March of the Cyberpunks". The Vanguard blends electronic/synths sounds and classical influences in a track that could befit a futuristic video game soundtrack or as a TV / Film theme.

The Android Trap is working on fantasy futuristic style electronic music with EDM, rock/pop and classical overtones. The influence is robots / drones / A.I. and cyberspace fantasy. 

Composer: Derek Cook
Artist: The Android Trap
Production: Made In The Hutch
This is an Original & Copyright work. You must seek permission to use this track for commercial / braodcast purposes.

Cyber Warz E.P.

Cyber Warz. The Vanguard

The Cyber Warz E.P. Track #2 "The Algo Rhythm". 
Copyright c2023 Made in The Hutch
The Android Trap presents an original cinematic / soundtrack / gaming style composition as a follow-up to the "March of the Cyberpunks" E.P. The Algo Rhythm blends electronic/synths sounds and classical influences in a track that could befit a futuristic video game soundtrack or as a TV / Film theme.

The Android Trap is working on fantasy futuristic style electronic music with EDM, rock/pop and classical overtones. The influence is robots / drones / A.I. and cyberspace fantasy. 

Composer: Derek Cook
Artist: The Android Trap
Production: Made In The Hutch
This is an Original & Copyright work. You must seek permission to use this track for commercial / broadcast purposes.

Cyber Warz. The Algo Rhythm

My cover/demo* of Wishing Well, the classic 1972 hit from one of the best Brit' classic rock bands of all time: Free! And of course later covered by the late and brilliant ex Thin Lizzy guitarist, Gary Moore. Superb.

This 2023 cover pretty much follows the original structure and sound. I always liked the simplicity of the main rock-out guitar riff and superb hook chorus. The guitar solos here are based on Gary Moore's version.
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Music Production / Instruments: c2023 The Hutch
Vocal Stem c/o Recisio KK
Composers: Free (Rodgers, Kossoff, Kirke & co.)
Copyright: Island / Rondor
   a division of Universal Music Operations Limited
*Demo only. Not for sale, monetisation or commercial release.

Wishing well

Wishing Well

"Steamy Windows" as made famous by the late and awesome Tina Turner.  It was included on Turner's seventh studio album, Foreign Affair (1989), and released as the album's second single in November 1989.

This performance c2023  / Cover Version by The Hutch.

Production: Made in The Hutch
Music / Instruments / Mix: Made in The Hutch
Vocal Stem & Harmonica c/o Recisio KK
Copyright to Original Composers: Tony Joe White

#tinaturner #rockmusic #steamywindows #foreignaffair

Steamy Windows

An original composition. Made in The Hutch. c2023.
The Epic Voyage is a is an evolving sci-fi soundscape / cinematic piece. It feels epic and cinematic to me! This track continues the themed series Cyber Warz by The Android Tap.
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This piece started out about 5 years ago under the title "34 Million Miles". (also on my YouTube channel). I recently remixed and edited the arrangement.

THE TECH.... This track was inspired by an old sound sample I had. I sliced this in the Ableton Live Simpler, FXd it to the max, created a new 8 bar rhythmic loop and then added the "pads and bells" layers. Then building a melody, counter harmonies and angelic voices to give it energy and movement. The "odd" oboe/sax lead sound for the melody is sculptured with an old Native Instruments virtual patch in Absynth.

Composer: Derek Cook
Artist: The Android Trap
Production: Made In The Hutch
This is an Original & Copyright work. You must seek permission to use this track for commercial / broadcast purposes.

Cyber Warz. The Epic Voyage

The new catchy EDM pop banger in the style of David Guetta... The Hutch goes Electronic pop / Future Rave !!! Turn it up and bang your head.

Having covered  the million seller "I'm Good" by David Guetta (on SoundCloud), the lure of electronic sounds and modern EDM style pop is fascinating me right now. Another "out of my comfort zone" challenge for me. This freshly composed pop tune is based on a vocal stem from Splice but is a scratch production, and in doing so, learning the nuances of modern synths and drum and bass production. Way beyond my usual rock guitar stuff.

I gave it my best shot and quite pleased with it overall. Made me realise there is more technical skills to this genre than I anticipated.

Please add your LIKE OR SHARE... it keeps me trying.

Credits & Tech:
Composer : Derek Cook (The Hutch) c2024
Production: Made in The Hutch
Vocal Stems: Splice
DAW: Ableton 9
Mastered: Ozone 9

Getting Closer

Getting Close

c2024. A banger of a new single from Made In The Hutch. This is a catchy pumping dance style pop track with elements of EDM. Great to sing-along with. Like, share and feel the bass / kick.

TECH/CREDITS:
Track Composer: Derek Cook
Arrangement, Recording & Music by The Hutch
Production: Made in The Hutch
Vocal Stems: Splice
DAW: Ableton Live
Synths: UJAM, Native Instruments, Arturia, Vital

Crazy 'Bout Me

"Can You Handle It?" by The Hutch.
A Made in The Hutch Production c2024 
Ooh! Can You Handle It? is a funk influenced pop track with driving kick/bass and electronic overtones. Is there something I should know?

Tech / Credits:
Composer : D Cook (aka The Hutch)
Recording / Music / Arrangement : Made in The Hutch
Vox Stems: Splice
DAW: Ableton Live 12
VSTs: Native Instruments / UJAM / Vital

Can You Handle It?

2024 Where Did You Go? 
Made In The Hutch production
I give you, a new four-to-the-floor electronic / synth dance track. Please clap, stomp or dance along. Oh Yeah!

Tech / Credits:
Composer : D Cook (aka The Hutch)
Recording / Music / Arrangement : Made in The Hutch
Vox Stems: Splice
DAW: Ableton Live 12
VSTs: Native Instruments / UJAM / Vital

Where Did You Go?

Remixed c2023. A remake of the No. #1 hit from the 60s by Johnny Kidd and the Pirates with its instantly recognisable guitar intro and hypnotic riff.  Here's my version which follows (mostly) the original arrangement but with a harder rockier edge I think.

Recorded using Ableton Live 9.7 in The Hutch. Just 6 tracks / instruments: Heavy Rock Drum Kit, Fender Bass, Harley Benton Telecaster through Guitar Rig FX, LaunchKey Midi, All parts are played / programmed by me. The vocal stem is c/o Karaoke Version .com. 

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NOTE: This recording is a demo only, a non-commercial release and not for resale.

Shakin' All Over

Shakin All Over

Go Go Johnny B. Goode. This recording c2017.  I call this version the "Blistered Fingers Mix" because the guitar solos here took some dedication for me and were a lot harder than I expected. 

OK, this is the classic foot tapping Rock n Roll song by the late Chuck Berry RIP that launched a million similar songs and IMO probably his best song. Yes, it's covered many many times I know but as a guitar player it some how missed me to learn it until Chuck's recent death. Hope it gets you dancing or head banging! 

NOTE: This recording is a non-commercial release. Not for resale or profit. Please ask permission to use it. Composition Copyright is with the original owner / publisher.

TECHIE BIT: 
Recorded with Ableton Live 9.5. All instruments by yours truly. 
VOCAL STEM:  JamKazam.com (5* to them)processed thru Izoptope
DRUMS: Ableton's VST Heavy Rock Kit Midi
ACOUSTIC RHYTHM: Native Instruments Session Guitar
12 BAR CHUG: Squier Strat through Vox AC30
BASS: Midi > Std Slap Bass + Mid Compression
KEYS: Upright and New York Grand (Native Instruments & Novation LaunchKey)
LEAD GUITAR: Squier Strat Affinity thru Guitar Rig Country Crunch + Treble Boost

Johnny B Goode

Johnny B. Goode

Updated 2023 / c2017 Demo #1 Bad Moon Rising
This is my cover of a classic late 60's hit for Creedence Clearwater Revival. Written by John Fogerty, (the band's lead singer, guitarist and main songwriter). It is one of those tunes that everyone seems to know and a regular "jam" favourite (a simple 3 chord trick in D major here).

As much as I always liked this song, especially as a guitar player, I always thought the lyrics and tune were at odds with each other! The lyrics paint a picture of doom & gloom yet the backing track is bouncy and upbeat with a country flavour. Maybe it was rushed into recording or nobody really cared either way! Whatever. it's still a great sing-along melody and has stood the test of popular music time!

Ok, so for this version I found an A'Capella of John's real vocal line (via www.voclr.it) and a another one on KaraokeVersion.com. I used these two in this mix, so you could say (ahem!) that I duetted with John Fogerty on this...  (ok, maybe not) Anyway I added my own country flavour to the backing track. All instrumental parts and guitars recorded in The Hutch.

I enjoyed this because it is basically easy to play, a foot tapper & fast but opened up a few country lead guitar licks to try out. CCR never did that much lead guitar if I remember rightly so I added some here. I am particularly happy with the Lead Guitar sound, which was played on an acoustic through Guitar Rig, as I was too lazy to get the Telecaster out!

Recorded using Ableton Live 9.7 in The Hutch Nov' 2017.  NI Guitar Rig 5, LaunchKey, Electric Bass, Epiphone Acoustic Guitar. All parts played by me, but vocals are c/o Voclr and Karaoke Version.

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NOTE: This recording is a non-commercial release and not for resale. It's my hobby!

Bad Moon Rising

This version and performance recorded Nov' c2017.
Well I threw the kitchen sink in with this one, especially the party solos jams at the end!  This is my demo cover of "Shake, Rattle and Roll", the classic 1950's rock n roll hit by Bill Haley and his Comets. What did these guys start?

This version features heavier guitar and horns, plus an improvised and extended guitar "party jam" towards the end to fade out with. I had loads of fun with that bit ;-) ... I love jamming 12 bar! And shock, horror I have a go at the vocal, not my forte, but hey, it's party time! 

TECH BIT: Recorded in Ableton Live 9.7 with Squier Telecaster through Guitar Rig #5. Drum and midi parts via Novation LaunchKey. Vocal's by D C and FX from Izotope, Native Instruments and Ableton.

Thank you for listening!  Please enjoy and by all means leave your feedback and suggestions below.

NOTE: This recording is a non-commercial release. Not for resale. Author Copyright remains with the original publisher.

Shake, Rattle and Roll

Shake, Rattle and Roll (Party Jam Ed.)

Amazingly, first released in 1957! But what a classic R&R boogie-woogie song from Little Richard and his high energy vocal. It must have been real exciting to be at the dawn of a new era in popular music! 

>>> Watch the YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/ZXc915M_N70

++++ Please LIKE, COMMENT or SHARE ++++
This performance & recording is not for resale or profit. c2018

So this is my cover, which started as a backing track for a guitar version I wanted to do (still do)... but I found a vocal stem c/o Karaoke Version (5* to them) to use over the top.  For me it's 2.5 minutes of pure RnR and was great fun to make. I love how these pioneers of popular music with rudimentary recording technology managed to capture the excitement of post-war youth and energy with such clarity.

Made in The Hutch ... using gear and software by Ableton Live, Novation, Native Instruments, Fender and Ibanez! .... all instruments played or midi programmed by The Hutch. Vocal c/o Karaoke Version.

NOTE: This recording is a non-commercial release. Not for resale or profit. Please ask permission to use it. Composition Copyright is with the original owner / publisher.

LYRICS:
Lucille, you won't do your sister's will?
Oh, Lucille, you won't do your sister's will?
You ran off and married, but I love you still.

Lucille, please, come back where you belong.
Lucille, please, come back where you belong.
I been good to you, baby, please, don't leave me alone.

I woke up this morning, Lucille was not in sight.
I asked my friends about her but all their lips were tight.
Lucille, please, come back where you belong.
I been good to you, baby, please, don't leave me alone, whoa

I woke up this morning, Lucille was not in sight.
I asked my friends about her but all their lips were tight.
Lucille, please, come back where you belong.
I been good to you, baby, please, don't leave me alone.

Lucille, baby, satisfy my heart.
Lucille, baby, satisfy my heart.
I played for it, baby, and gave you such a wonderful start.

TECHIE BIT:
Recorded with Ableton Live 9.7. All instruments by yours truly.
VOCAL STEM: KaraokeVersion.com (5* to them)processed thru Izoptope
DRUMS: Ableton's Heavy Rock Kit Midi
12 BAR CHUG: Squier Tele through Vox AC30
BASS: Midi > Std  Pop Bass + Mid Compression
KEYS: New York Grand (Native Instruments & Novation LaunchKey)
LEAD GUITAR: Squier Strat Affinity thru Country Crunch + Treble Boost

These Boots Are Made for Walking was a hit pop song written by Lee Hazlewood and recorded by Nancy Sinatra. It charted January, 1966. Please LIKE, COMMENT or SHARE.

Here is my cover version. C2018 Cover Performance / Demo by The Hutch. 
This performance & recording is not for commercial release, distribution, for resale or profit. c2018

Vocal Stem courtesy of Karaoke Version. All tracks and instruments played / programmed by The Hutch.

LYRICS:
You keep saying you got something for me
Something you call love but confess
You've been a'messin' where you shouldn't 've been a'messin'
And now someone else is getting all your best
These boots are made for walking
And that's just what they'll do
One of these days these boots are gonna walk all over you
You keep lyin' when you oughta be truthin'
You keep losing when you oughta not bet
You keep samin' when you oughta be a'changin'
Now what's right is right but you ain't been right yet
These boots are made for walking
And that's just what they'll do
One of these days these boots are gonna walk all over you
You keep playing where you shouldn't be playing
And you keep thinking that you'll never get burnt (HAH)
I just found me a brand new box of matches (YEAH)
And what he knows you ain't had time to learn
These boots are made for walking,
And that's just what they'll do
One of these days these boots are gonna walk all over you
Are you ready, boots? Start walkin'

These Boots are Made for Walking

These Boots Are Made For Walking

Remixed : Apr 2019 #deeppurple  #iangillan
A short cover of the classic Deep Purple song made to accompany a video on YouTube (link below). This started as purely a self-indulgent jam really as i tried out my new NI A49 keyboard and virtual instruments. I liked the rock organ sound (a la John Lord). OK, I realise to attempt to sing or play anything like Deep Purple's mega talented band members is of course futile, the Rock Gods that they are! But I love the song's blues feel and still love the band. 

~~ This performance c2018, demo only, not for commercial release.  ~~
(Used for learning production in music and video.)
Website: http://www.madeinthehutch.co.uk
Video: https://youtu.be/8WOIIVb3HeQ

When a Blindman Cries

c2019 Performance & Recording The Hutch : Demo Version
++++ Not for sale, hire or mass distribution +++
This is my EDM-ish take on the classic Queen stadium rocker "We Will Rock You". There are quite a few Freddie Mercury vocal stems around... so I included his real vocal on here. What a voice!

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I am a big fan of the early Queen stuff from the 70's after discovering them on "The Old Grey Whistle Test (BBC TV) before they were famous. Such awesome musicians and performers. And how can you not like the simple beat and rhythmic lyrics of this party song. Hail Freddie, Hail Queen! And because of that beat it lends itself to many interpretations. 

Recorded as a demo in The Hutch. Demo only, not for sale.
Ableton Live 9.7, Native Instruments VSTs, A49 keys, LTD guitar EC1000.

We Will Rock You (Drum & Bass)

We Will Rock You (Drum & Bass Ed.)

c2019 Performance & Recording The Hutch
++++ Not for sale, song credit to Brian May of Queen+++
+++ Video https://youtu.be/5pOJ0OU7eG8 +++
So this is my rock riff version of the classic Queen stadium rocker "We Will Rock You" featuring the original Freddie Mercury vocal stem. What a voice! 
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How can you not like the stomp and clap groove and rhythmic lyrics of this great track. Hail Freddie, Hail Queen!  Such awesome musicians and performers. I do prefer the earlier Queen albums from the 70's (pre-pop charts). My fave album is Queen II... incredible music.

Anyway this performance is a demo only, made in The Hutch. Not for sale!
Ableton Live 9.7, Native Instruments VSTs, A49 keys, LTD guitar EC1000.

We Will Rock You (Riffed Up!)

We Will Rock You (Riffed Up Ed.)

C2019 Performance by The Hutch. Written by David Essex 1973.
A classic 70's pop/rock track, recently covered by Def Leppard who also perform this live. 
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This track was iconic for it's stripped down, atmospheric slow groove, particularly it's memorable bass line. A song of virtually one chord and as good for what it left out as for what was put in it in terms of musical arrangement. It was very different for its time and I believe earned David Essex a #3 hit on the UK charts.

Whilst not a big fan of David Essex and his pop music, this track was a favourite of mine in the Glam Rock days. It stood out from the crowd and had a groove hard to ignore. 

This cover really was a whim recording for me, done in a day really. I took a vocal stem from Karaoke Version and recorded and midi'd the rest from scratch. I included sounds FX and the "Trash Can Drum Kit", plus a 3 part harmony guitar break.

I hope you enjoy. Don't forget to LIKE, COMMENT and SHARE this track if you like it. 

NOTE: This performance is a demo only, made in The Hutch. Not for sale!
Ableton Live 10.1, Native Instruments VSTs, A49 keys, LTD guitar EC1000.
vox c/o karaokeversion.com

Rock On

Performance Demo : Oct c2019 by The Hutch
Written by Lennon & McCartney (The Beatles)
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What a great and classic Beatles track... ideal for an audience choir!
I wanted to do a piano track for a change. This fitted the bill as I had learned to play this years ago on an upright piano. In general, like many world famous songs, this is a simple 4 chord arrangement. Of course we all know that this was written about a dream Paul had about his mum. The lyrics, melody and gospel-like aspect is emotional genius, something The Beatles seemed to have a great aptitude for.

This version follows the original pretty much. I used a voice stem from Karaoke Version but the rest is recorded from scratch.  Please enjoy.

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This performance is not for sale

Let It Be (Beatles Cover)

Let It Be

One Way Or Another (Blondie Cover)
Updated performance by The Hutch c2023
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So here is my cover of a  classic '79 rock pop single by the hit machine that was Blondie. Of course, led by the iconic and glamorous vocalist Debbie Harry. This was the 4th single from their hit album "Parallel Lines" 1978.

I have pretty much followed the guitar based arrangement of the original recording, although I changed the lead guitar solo a little. The track is recorded from scratch apart from the vocal stems (c/o karaokeversion.com). I liked the main riff, the vocal hook lines and the tempo/time feel changes make it interesting.

#debbieharry #blondie ... Again, your feedback is more than welcome, as I am learning music production and would love to know what it sounds like to you on your sound system.

Tech, Credits & Copyright Notes:
+ All instruments, samples and music recorded in The Hutch
+ Drums / Keys, scored and MIDI in Ableton Live 10
+ Keys: Native Instruments A49 / Komplete Kontrol
+ Guitar: LTD EC100 Deluxe through Guitar Rig 5
+ Bass: Ibanez GSR200 Bass

This demo recording Derek Cook / The Hutch c2023 (not for sale)
Composers: Debbie Harry and Nigel Harrison c1978
Label / Publishers: 
BMG Rights Management / Chrysalis /
    Rare Blue Music / Monster Island Music
Vocal Stems : KaraokeVersion.Com
Video Eye Candy (Royalty-Free): Videvo.com and Coverr.com

One Way Or Another (Blondie Cover)

One Way Or Another

Love Is Like Oxygen. An new Ext'd Guitar Ed. 2020
Made famous by Sweet (70's Glam Rock)
+++ DEMO +++ NOT FOR SALE +++
This performance & mix Made In The Hutch/ All instrument parts recorded with Ableton Live 10. Vocal Stems c/o Karaoke Version.

So I am being very retro and reminiscing on 70's Glam Rock, when "Top of the Pops" was for many a teenager, the weekly highlight! 

My favourite bands from that era were Slade and Sweet .... all glitter, sequins and make-up. Flared jeans, platform boots and tank-tops were the fashion of the day. We looked ridiculous ;-) Ahh, the innocence and pluckiness of youth!

It was the best time every, a carefree life, living at home, mum looking after us, playing 45's loud (very loud). Just living for pop culture! There was a healthy gig culture and plenty of live music venues in the 70's. Those were the days.

Anyway so it inspired me to do this cover of Sweet's global hit track "Love is Like Oxygen" as I found a vocal stem to fit.  Check out YouTube for old 70's rock pop footage. get the hair, the clothes... amazing and funny ;-)

Credits Notes / Copyright:
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Composers: Andrew Scott & Trevor Griffin
Publishing : 1977 Sweet / Warner Brothers / Chappel / Capitol
Released by Polydor 1978
This Recording:  April 2020 The Hutch
Vocal Stem : Karaoke Version
Photo / Graphics : Pexels / Derek Cook

Love is Like Oxygen

Love Is Like Oxygen

This Cover c2020 #madeinthehutch
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Originally recorded by Slade. Long Live Noddy!!  ... who is one of the most underrated rock vocalists of modern pop rock IMO.
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I was a big fan of Slade in the Glam Rock days. The First band I ever saw live and I was smitten with their high energy, no-nonsense, guitar based pop & rock onslaught. Of course Noddy Holder, the lead singer, knew his trade and would not just cagoule the audience into a having a good time, he made sure every gig was a riot!

This is a classic Holder / Lea stomper and sing-along typical of their style. Lea would play the piano and bass, accented by Dave Hill's guitar breaks. I pretty much followed the record here.... Hope you like it!

Credits:
This Recording: Made in The Hutch July 2020
Composers : Holder & Lea 1972
DAW: Ableton Live 10
Instruments: NI Studio Drummer, LTD EC1000 (LP), Ibanez Bass, Berlin Grande Panio (midi)

Look Wot You Dun

Look Wot You Dun! (Slade Cover)

Albatross. My tribute demo to the late and great Peter Green, founder member of Fleetwood Mac. 
++++ This recording July 2020 ++++

"Albatross" is a guitar-based instrumental by Fleetwood Mac, released as a single in November 1968, featuring Peter Green's famous guitar riffs. This stood out for it's very slow ambient "plodding" bass/drum pattern and of course the laid back and excellent executed guitar melodies awash with reverb. It's pure "chill out" and reminds me of summer blue skies and freedom. A great track title that befits the vibe.

I recorded this very quickly and I can only dream of having the talent of Peter Green (RIP).  I am a particular fan of the early Fleetwood Mac stuff up to about the Rumours album. Love their versatility, which I think has given them the longevity in pop music through well documented in-band issues. Great stuff!

Notes / Credits:
This recording : Demo "Made in The Hutch" July c2020
Original Composer: Peter Green
Original Recording: Fleetwood Mac 1968
Publishers / Copyright:
 SME; BMI - Broadcast Music Inc., BMG Rights Management (US), LLC, LatinAutor, LatinAutor - PeerMusic, CMRRA, Abramus Digital, ARESA, LatinAutor - SonyATV, IMPEL, UMPI, and 10 music rights societies

Albatross (2020 Tribute)

Albatross (Peter Green/Fleetwood Mac Tribute)

WELCOME TO THE HUTCH - SO GLAD YOU CAME!! ... This is my musical home, a "work-in-progress" / an archive that aims to be a tasty pot of musical ideas... sometimes plain, old, original, sometimes off-centre or more likely inspired by Old Skool rock / blues, the people I meet and sometimes a chaotic wandering life will be in there somewhere.

For too long, I neglected my life's passion and wandered a musical wilderness... Now I'm scratching my way back to a musical life I should never have left.

If nothing else, this is first and foremost, for my own greater good, to ease a wary soul, shield me from the slings and arrows of modern life and so keeping me from insanity.  !

Enough rambling I'll let the chords and the notes do the talking.
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