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Hey all,
I just posted this the other day and Len noticed some hot levels, not surprising, lol
anyway, when I was fixing the problem, I noticed a lack of "body" and "direction" to the solo and wanted to beef it up more, so I tried a couple different approaches and couldn't come up with anything, then I decided to try the old "record two identical tracks" approach and it was closer to what I was looking for. So this is solo take three and hopefully the levels are not too hot. I hope you like it and feel free to comment on anything. Thanks again Len for the heads up. I appreciate it.

Chris


SIDE NOTE: This is one of my tunes off of my 1st CD. I re-recorded it because of a little case of the winter blues and because I've been in a little writing slump as of lately. Anyway, I'm feeling better and hope to have something new soon.

Thanks again for the support MacJammers!


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sheilad said 271 days ago (February 28th, 2009)
Its ok
if you want to repost every second day... it always just gets better and better! Added to the collection lol
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PickQuickRecords said 271 days ago (February 28th, 2009)
lol
Thanks Sheila. You know me, I ALWAYS end up posting a couple million times! lol

Thanks for the D/L.

C.
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mowguy3 said 271 days ago (February 28th, 2009)
Great stuff
If you are happy I damn sure am. Wow what a track. Your abilities with a guitar are owned by few. Fantastic.
Be well, Russ
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PickQuickRecords said 271 days ago (February 28th, 2009)
Thanks Russ.
I think I'm happy with this for now, I really don't hear any issues that I can improve on at the moment, but give it time, I'll find something! lol

Thanks for the listen and comment. I appreciate it.

C.
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Feter said 270 days ago (February 28th, 2009)
Freeze Your Mind
I always see your new arrangement as a guitar orchestra ...very well
done which I admire so much ...always enjoyed checkin your track ..
Rock on !

p.s
still your suprise at the stove cooking it for you
PickQuickRecords said 268 days ago (March 3rd, 2009)
Thanks Feter.
I appreciate your continued persistence in listening to my music and the music here at MJ's. Thanks so much for your continued support and presence here.

I'm glad you enjoyed the tune.

Thanks again,

Chris
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Ren-Tin-10 said 270 days ago (February 28th, 2009)
Like Good Peanut Brittle
Crunchy, yet tasteful. *wink*

This one actually had me playing along on air guitar. You must be Joe Satriani's unknown twin brother. *grin*
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PickQuickRecords said 268 days ago (March 3rd, 2009)
Thanks Jim
I happy I could get you rockin'!

Thanks for the listen and comment. I appreciate it.

Welcome to MacJams!
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PinkFreud said 270 days ago (February 28th, 2009)
Shredded..
What a smorgasbord of guitar goodness. Love the varied tones, and the playing is just fantastic. Speaking of freeze, I bet you had to ice your fingers after this one. Wow.
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PickQuickRecords said 268 days ago (March 3rd, 2009)
Thanks Kevin.
I'm glad you liked it. It was fun to re-record this one after so many years. Actually, by doing this, it helped me come up with some new ideas to mess with, so I believe it helped my writing slump, I guess only time will tell.

Thanks again for stopping in. I appreciate it.


Welcome to MacJams!
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Reggie_Pole said 269 days ago (March 1st, 2009)
Freeze your mind.
I would rather thaw out my mind. Well, it just sounds great, man. Full, rich production. Amazing guitar work, which goes without saying on a PQR track. Impressive as all hell. Great picture, too.
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PickQuickRecords said 268 days ago (March 3rd, 2009)
Thanks Reggie.
I had HUGE problems trying to complete my first CD because of "friend/partner/singer" problems. Actually, I wasn't even invited to the final mix of my own material, so the mix turned out like pure crap, so in short, I told myself that if I ever get in a slump, that I could always re-record some of the tunes off of that CD and give them the facelift they deserve. Anyway..lol..

I'm glad you were able to enjoy the revamp.

Thanks again.

Note: Thats a pic from my last live performance in 2004, Needed a frickin' hair cut! lol
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lengold said 269 days ago (March 1st, 2009)
Bravo
Absolutely fantastic Maestro/Chris.
Downloaded. Thanks.
Cheers
Len

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PickQuickRecords said 268 days ago (March 3rd, 2009)
Thanks Len
I REALLY appreciate the heads up on the levels. Your feedback is much appreciated. Thanks again!

Chris
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peacepiano said 269 days ago (March 1st, 2009)
Wow
Took my breath away!

Thanks
Bill
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PickQuickRecords said 268 days ago (March 3rd, 2009)
Thanks Bill.
I'm happy you could get into this. This tune has some "deep roots" for me. Glad you liked it.

Thanks.
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maxjsl37 said 269 days ago (March 2nd, 2009)
Finally
Welcome back! Just kidding love the song. Levels sound good. Bring those drums up! LOL! Thanks for the song SHREDMEISTER!
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PickQuickRecords said 268 days ago (March 3rd, 2009)
lol
Ah Ha! I get it! duh! lol

If you ever need some chuggin' or solo's, drop me a note and I'll give it a shot.

Thanks again John.
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NewInfection said 267 days ago (March 3rd, 2009)
very nice
i loved the melodic stuff especially. tasty, and well placed. from a production standpoint, i thought it was all ok level-wise, but it lacked a big overall tone. you know? it was all kind of murky. and it was not a bad murky, but kind of an older recording murky. solo wise, i liked that you used less echo than on other recordings. i could hear your playing much more clearly and was pleased. as usual, solo wise, it is a shame you are not making serious money with your talents. great song, great effort, masterful composing.
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PickQuickRecords said 213 days ago (April 27th, 2009)
Thanks Allen
I know what ya mean. It's just the GB file at a 16bit resolution. I didn't use the 24bit of my Pro Tools process. Actually I'm leaning forward to not using PT at all and just upgrade my system so I can record in GB in 24bit resolution. I like to use GB over PT because it's more of a user friendly environment. Thanks for the props on the money thing. Maybe some day.

Thanks again bro.

Chris


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ktb said 267 days ago (March 3rd, 2009)
big
sound. Excellent tones and intense solo'ing. Love all the orchestral (backing trax), they really framed the git nicely.
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PickQuickRecords said 213 days ago (April 27th, 2009)
Thanks ktb
I was surprised at how well the strings worked together also. I appreciate the comment on that and I'm glad you enjoyed it. Hopefully I will have vocals on it soon.

Thanks again

C.
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craft said 267 days ago (March 4th, 2009)
great guitar playing
Very nice work.. This song is sad and powerful... Great work
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PickQuickRecords said 213 days ago (April 27th, 2009)
Thanks Craft.
I'm glad you picked up on the "sadness" point of view.

Thanks again!


C.
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Ibstrat said 267 days ago (March 4th, 2009)
Great
Playing and composition.You play with tons of feeling plus you have great chops!
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PickQuickRecords said 213 days ago (April 27th, 2009)
Thanks Mark.
That means a lot coming from a professional.

Thanks you, I'm glad you liked it.


C.
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Nick_Flash said 245 days ago (March 26th, 2009)
this reminds me
of a lot of the music I listened to a few years back. Almost has a Suicidal Tendencies flavor to it. I's love for you to add some guitar or a solo to one of my songs someday. Keep up the good work Chris.
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PickQuickRecords said 213 days ago (April 27th, 2009)
Thanks Nick.
Sure! I'd be happy to play a solo or two for ya!

Thanks again for the listen and comment.


Chris
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Bob6stringer said 244 days ago (March 27th, 2009)
Nukes for the brain
Damn! My "tugboat" productions can't hold water against your nuclear ice-breakers, Chris. Whereas chops stopped growing in the 70s, it looks like you ain't stopped yet. Gotta get more familiar with your fine frettage.
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PickQuickRecords said 213 days ago (April 27th, 2009)
Thanks! Bob!
I'm a sucker for "melody" based riffing, and I'm also flattered at your kind words. That means a lot.

Thanks again.


Chris
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Calchas said 242 days ago (March 28th, 2009)
Beautiful!
Really nice lead work here Chris. SOARING HARMONIES ABOUND!

You should be the front man in a big name band and touring the world my friend!

Take care!
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PickQuickRecords said 213 days ago (April 27th, 2009)
Thanks Mike.
Your too kind. Glad to see your back.

TTYS

C.
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Char said 233 days ago (April 6th, 2009)
Oh, holy hell!
You sure can play. Some absolutely freaking beautiful sounds. You are a unique talent. There is so much to listen to, I'll have to stick around for several plays. Thanks, Chris.
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PickQuickRecords said 213 days ago (April 27th, 2009)
Wow!!
Thanks Char! I'm glad you enjoyed it. You do know I HAVE lyrics for this one AND I would LOVE to have some vox on this....male OR female..it dosen't matter, but i think a woman's voice would give the message more feeling...anyway...

Would you like to give this a shot? I would like to see what the outcome is.
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abfkingsport said 233 days ago (April 7th, 2009)
ABFkingsport
Sweet! Clean licks and confident. Levels sound good. You can jam on that axe bro. Very nice. I'm thinking we should collab on something.
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PickQuickRecords said 213 days ago (April 27th, 2009)
Thanks King.
I appreciate the comment. If you think that you would like me to play on something...send me a note. I really haven't had the time to write as of lately, so I'd be able to "add" to your tune quicker that an actual collab.

Thanks again.

Chris


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Char said 213 days ago (April 27th, 2009)
Oh, Holy Hell,
you are dynamite! I.m done listening to everything I downloaded since November 1 of 2007. Now, I have to fill a file and make a cd of PQR. Thanks.
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PickQuickRecords said 213 days ago (April 27th, 2009)
How...
about trying some lyrics for this one? I'll send you a track with ME singing where they should be..then at least you know where to place them...????...What do you think?
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Char said 212 days ago (April 27th, 2009)
I'd
love to give it a try. Still have to use web mic. No software for MAudio. Demo..?
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KenneSilva said 211 days ago (April 28th, 2009)
Chris
Thanks man, after listening to you tear up the fretboard I put my guitars away. ;-)

Seriously, very nice, and very well done!
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