I won’t give names of songs away but it’s going great. I have 7 finished and ready to go. Next week will be working in another batch. By the end of February it should be ready to mix. I’m very happy with the shape this record is getting. I’m sure you’ll like it too.
Another hometown track
Started working on a piece titled The Welder’s Son. Going slowly but with a very basic rhythm section ready to develop. Hope it all goes well since I’m very fond of the lyrics.
It’s a keeper!
I’m really proud of Frau Cabaret. I wasn’t sure of it before adding instruments but now I’m pretty sure it fits the new album beautifully. Of course, it can change in context with the other cuts. Day off tomorrow and an informal rehearsal with Big Problem Sunday morning. I’m picking up the notebook after writing …
Another day at the studio
In 2003 I wrote concept of a song which stayed as a bunch of one-liners until recently. It’s called Frau Cabaret and the only thing set in stone was actually the title. Today I started a demo sketch of it which will eventually evolve to a full featured song. I’m very happy with the lyrics …
Bad weather
We’ve been having a very bad weather these past few weeks. There have been floods in my hometown but, fortunately, as far as I’m aware, no one’s been hurt. I’m really looking forward to less rainy days. About the iTunes promo – it’s over. Please don’t send more receipts as I can’t send you more …
Big Problem
The lads got together last Sunday for a brief run of the last gig setlist. Bleeding noise piercing ear drums, that’s what it was. Next time it’ll be even better. I’m campaigning for a gig in late February or early March. Will keep you posted.
Current updates and promo
I’ve spent two days producing a demo for a high profile American artist and although it’s been a very rewarding experience in terms of mixing old and new sounds, the overall experience wasn’t as pleasant as I thought it would be. Perhaps we weren’t in the same wavelength. This week I’ll be recording a few …