Fukushima or Blessed Island w/awigze

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Eleven days ago Andy Wigzell aka awigze sent me a note that said simply - Budfix. I turned to my new favorite writing assistant - the Chordbot app for iPhone and started developing a chord structure in 5/4 (something new for me). I was able to rearrange and listen on the subway - at work etc. I exported the resulting midi file and dropped it into GarageBand and then played with different voices and tempos - cutting and pasting and creating some new tracks until I came up with what I thought was a suitable bed for Andy to work with. I made a point of creating something that was unlike any of the other songs we've collaborated on - because so far Andy has always reached deep and come up with amazing and surprising results no matter what I throw at him. I sent my mix off to him on 4/2 and waited - hoping he would get into it. When I didn't get an immediate response I worried. Foolish me. Last night I found this mix in the mail without a word - just "Fukushima or Blessed Island". I assume these were choices but I liked the duality and went with it. Once again Andy delivered.

Andy says: Kevin's track reminded me of a relentless wave.

artwork: Flag of Fukushima

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Downloads: 88

Uploaded: Apr 12, 2011 - 11:44:23 AM
Last Updated: Apr 12, 2011 - 11:44:23 AM Last Played: Jan 07, 2019 - 02:41:41 AM

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papag	papag said 2872 days ago (April 12th, 2011)
	Presto change-o I like the moods and melodies in here. Pulse just keeps pushin along while the sax dances on top of the chord changes. I think this is a candidate for some modern dance work. Thanks for the download :) Check out my latest song called Nowhere to Feel Safe

bud	bud said 2872 days ago (April 12th, 2011)
	I knew if gave Andy enough room and a pulse he'd do something incredible - and he did. I just saw a wonderful modern dance performance on Friday - funny you should mention. It had some great live music accompaniment. Check out my latest song called mixer 2

kingbee	kingbee said 2872 days ago (April 12th, 2011)
	5/4 I'm not sue what to say except I really like this piece. The saxes sound great. Are the 'treated 'in anyway? They almost sound like Tibetan horns. The rhythm ( despite being in 5/4) carries this piece on beautifully. Feel like it could have gone on side 2 of LOW by Bowie. Great stuff from you two. Thanks for the download cheers Check out my latest song called No expense spared

awigze

awigze said 2872 days ago (April 12th, 2011)

5/4
The horns were recorded independentaly of another. in other words I did not monitor the first track when recording the other. Each one is panned 33% Left and Right. One has the bitcrusher GB filter added giving it that trumpet-like throatiness to it. I used a seperate track echo and another for flanger. Not something that I do often but as I began to think of the exposed reactor core(s) at Japan, I began to want to create something raw, unseen and elemental.

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bud	bud said 2872 days ago (April 12th, 2011)
	I think the 5/4 is part of the propulsion effect the measures seem to lope forward even though logic tells me they should feel behind. Andy's treatments are excellent - thanks for getting the goods on that. Check out my latest song called mixer 2

magnatone	magnatone said 2872 days ago (April 12th, 2011)
	Fukushima this is extraordinary you guys! soulful, thoughtful, powerful and very damned impressive! maybe a new fave for me! Check out my latest song called Hallelujah (Leonard Cohen) and Variations

bud	bud said 2872 days ago (April 12th, 2011)
	Each new piece with Andy becomes my new fave with Andy. So cool to have hooked up with such an adventurer. Thanks for stopping by. Check out my latest song called mixer 2

kassia	kassia said 2872 days ago (April 12th, 2011)
	awesome love it. really. it's intense. Check out my latest song called Greensleeves

bud	bud said 2872 days ago (April 12th, 2011)
	Thanks Shay it was great getting this back last night - I feel the same way about the intensity. Check out my latest song called mixer 2

Char	Char said 2872 days ago (April 12th, 2011)
	Relentless and emotional. Wonderful piece, you guys. Thanks. Check out my latest song called Bound, v2. w Music by Dirigent

bud	bud said 2872 days ago (April 12th, 2011)
	You're welcome Char Nice to see you. Check out my latest song called mixer 2

davisamerica	davisamerica said 2872 days ago (April 12th, 2011)
	rentless wave....indeed powerful track kevin .... mr. sax pulls it all together. excellent stuff you two. Check out my latest song called ok char2(Vic and Flatrock mix)

bud	bud said 2872 days ago (April 12th, 2011)
	Cumpulsion meets expression glad it worked this time. Hard to get one past Andy. Check out my latest song called mixer 2

awigze	awigze said 2872 days ago (April 12th, 2011)
	Kevin The sights that I've seen on television - the black water overrunning the island has me rocked to the core... yet still in the comfort of my living room. We who have never seen such a disaster are truly blessed. Thanks for the outlet. Again, this is nothing like we have done in the past.... what next, my friend? Check out my latest song called If You Can Hang On by Outtaorbit

bud	bud said 2872 days ago (April 12th, 2011)
	Andy I hear you - the devastation is just unthinkable. Water is such a wonder - seductive - destructive - powerful and flowing. I curse it when I can't keep it out of my basement. What am I thinking? Looking forward to our next adventure - thanks for making this one so cool. Check out my latest song called mixer 2

PeterB7858	PeterB7858 said 2872 days ago (April 12th, 2011)
	Carries you along... Has an almost trance-like effect guys. Carries you along with it. Andy hit the mood perfectly. Congratulations. Regards to you both, Peter. Check out my latest song called The Parting Of The Ways

bud	bud said 2872 days ago (April 12th, 2011)
	Carried like the water you just gotta go with the current - he sure did make it happen. Check out my latest song called mixer 2

magnatone	magnatone said 2872 days ago (April 12th, 2011)
	again i just listened to this for the second time today, and really, it's just incredible. it grabs your brain and doesn't let go. this is just one of the coolest pieces of music i've heard on MJ EVER. so SO compelling - congrats again! Check out my latest song called Hallelujah (Leonard Cohen) and Variations

bud	bud said 2872 days ago (April 12th, 2011)
	Whoa Karen Don't spoil us - we like it too much. Check out my latest song called mixer 2

alackbass	alackbass said 2872 days ago (April 12th, 2011)
	Fukushima or Blessed Island w/awigze One gets to hear the coolest things hanging around this place! Check out my latest song called Mean Miss Teacher

bud	bud said 2872 days ago (April 12th, 2011)
	Agreed this place is quite remarkable - the people you meet - the stuff that you hear - the alchemy. Pretty cool. Thanks for stopping by. Check out my latest song called mixer 2

particledots

particledots said 2872 days ago (April 12th, 2011)

Very nice
I agree with the side 2 of low comment absolutely

the only thing im not sure about is a bit crunched type effect on the sax (unless my speakers have packed up and im hearing it wrong - brings an unecessary harshness to the overall sound i think - of course if thats what the intention is/was - its great!)

a very moody and evocative piece - fabulous stuff chaps

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particledots	particledots said 2872 days ago (April 12th, 2011)
	by the way you just gotta love that chordbot dont ya? Check out my latest song called I caught my scarf in the sputnik

awigze	awigze said 2872 days ago (April 12th, 2011)
	Bryn Yes. Intentional. Chordbot - must look into that. Check out my latest song called If You Can Hang On by Outtaorbit

bud	bud said 2872 days ago (April 12th, 2011)
	The bot is good just what I needed at the time. Good find Bryn. Interesting that you called the Bowie connection in it's early state. Check out my latest song called mixer 2

johnwhitehead	johnwhitehead said 2871 days ago (April 13th, 2011)
	Blessed There's real power in the churning slow build. Feels cinematic. Set up of collab is great. Cool bed and sax improv. Powerful. Check out my latest song called Wandering Blues

bud	bud said 2870 days ago (April 14th, 2011)
	Thanks John I love how Andy approached this too. Check out my latest song called mixer 2

Elevator_Funk	Elevator_Funk said 2871 days ago (April 13th, 2011)
	... The title and descriptions really helps with visuals while listening to this song. The beat sounds like the Japanese Taiko drums. Check out my latest song called Dumb Funky

bud	bud said 2870 days ago (April 14th, 2011)
	Good point about the drums wasn't thinking that way when I did it. Ya never know where you'll land once you take off. Check out my latest song called mixer 2

PaddyNavinCaryatid	PaddyNavinCaryatid said 2871 days ago (April 13th, 2011)
	Unsettling Guys this as an ominous quality, like the relentless and inevitable build unto tragedy. Maybe I'm getting that from the title. The sweeping horns and rumbling drum kit that gives way to that stuttering synth is wonderful. Feels like the intro theme to an intelligent sci fi epic. Bravo. Check out my latest song called Not the one who made you sad

bud	bud said 2870 days ago (April 14th, 2011)
	Hey Paddy enjoyed your new tune - thanks for stopping by. Check out my latest song called mixer 2

Moviz	Moviz said 2871 days ago (April 13th, 2011)
	Quite Cinematic and with a very big soundscape.... love those musical waves..... very sad with a touch of something ominous..... great throbbing beat pulling it all in.... excellent stuff, regards M Check out my latest song called We'll Meet Again

bud	bud said 2870 days ago (April 14th, 2011)
	Cheers Mo Andy's emotional playing really pulled this to a new place. Check out my latest song called mixer 2

ShadowofNine	ShadowofNine said 2871 days ago (April 13th, 2011)
	Man this is Epic Stunning track, every element in the right place, luv the chord progression and Andy is some hot player....Bravo to yu both... ( a must keep track) Check out my latest song called Alone

bud	bud said 2870 days ago (April 14th, 2011)
	Andy rocks best secret weapon on MJ - but I guess it's no longer a secret. Check out my latest song called mixer 2

lilmom	lilmom said 2871 days ago (April 13th, 2011)
	Bud and Andy This is INSPIRED! Not to mention inspiring! Bud, I know exactly what you mean about working with Andy....each of my musical experiences with him have resulted in awe and a new fav! Thanks for this one. You both have me awe! Sylvia Check out my latest song called Tribute to Jeannie and Ed

bud	bud said 2870 days ago (April 14th, 2011)
	Hey Sylvia! So glad you stopped by. Thanks! Check out my latest song called mixer 2

awigze

awigze said 2871 days ago (April 13th, 2011)

Bud
my apologies friend for not being as interactive on this collaboration as I have been for most of our past collaborations. Computer /slash / recording time is a rare thing these days and any moment where I have an hour or two I jump at the chance. I hope that this does not diminish the potential quality. I hear the bumps and flaws you are happy with it then I am. I was worried these last few weeks, thinking that I had overlooked someone but I can't seem to put a finger on who it could be.

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awigze	awigze said 2871 days ago (April 13th, 2011)
	and.... Thanks for knowing what Budfix means. :) Check out my latest song called If You Can Hang On by Outtaorbit

bud	bud said 2871 days ago (April 13th, 2011)
	No apologies necessary if anything the spontaneity that arose from your approach and time constraints only served to enhance the power of the song and reflect the unpredictability of nature. I'm as happy as I have been with anything we've ever done together. Check out my latest song called mixer 2

Henke	Henke said 2871 days ago (April 13th, 2011)
	Really cool stuff Thanks for the copy :-) /Henke Check out my latest song called Summer (Promenade) (WIP)

bud	bud said 2870 days ago (April 14th, 2011)
	On behalf of the both of us you're welcome. Check out my latest song called mixer 2

dave_b	dave_b said 2871 days ago (April 13th, 2011)
	Fukushima or Blessed Island w/awigze That 5/4 sounds interesting. This piece has a mellow feel to it but the 5/4 maintains tension. Chord Bot sounds interesting. I just got an Iphone, so I downloaded it, looks like it'll be fun to play with. Check out my latest song called Llarions Blues

bud	bud said 2870 days ago (April 14th, 2011)
	You're gonna love the bot thanks for dropping by. Check out my latest song called mixer 2

michaeljayklein	michaeljayklein said 2871 days ago (April 13th, 2011)
	Superlative work! As fine cinematic music goes, this is tops gents, and you can take that to the bank! Thanks for bringing it to us. Michael Check out my latest song called There Ain't Nobody Here but Us Chickens!

bud	bud said 2870 days ago (April 14th, 2011)
	So nice - cheers Michael! Check out my latest song called mixer 2

egobandit	egobandit said 2871 days ago (April 13th, 2011)
	this is so many thing on so many different levels! Insane the way it flows and rumbles I love the drums in this steady and consuming, what a great mixture its like a perfect river rush with no end in sight The synths in this bouncing from ear to ear mixing into the wave of music. Love the horns Andy , just beautiful! Check out my latest song called No more demands

bud	bud said 2870 days ago (April 14th, 2011)
	Hey Tim good of you to drop by - love Get COW Tonight. Check out my latest song called mixer 2

hackneybloke	hackneybloke said 2870 days ago (April 14th, 2011)
	Fuku i love a 5/4 beat....tribal. reminds me of 'i'm in love with a greman film-star'. cool tune...perfect for galloping across the russian steppe to. Check out my latest song called If Symptoms Persist

bud	bud said 2870 days ago (April 14th, 2011)
	I'll have to check out that tune thanks for the tip Julian. Check out my latest song called mixer 2

dantimmermans	dantimmermans said 2870 days ago (April 14th, 2011)
	very very interesting a creative piece I love it when I hear odd time signatures sold properly and organised confidently. this is really some amazing work. Check out my latest song called One Way Street

bud	bud said 2870 days ago (April 14th, 2011)
	I'm still learning to count this song not as easy as I thought. Glad Andy wrapped himself around it so well. Check out my latest song called mixer 2

racerat

racerat said 2870 days ago (April 14th, 2011)

Fukushima
LIke a war chant with a hint of modernity and and ominous overtone. Love the echo-plex adds on the sax. OK that's it, after hearing the description of how you put it together I have to get Chordbot. It "sounds" like a great tool. This could be a great transitional mood sequence when the lead character goes off the deep end and kills all his enemies in a orgy of blood. An alternate to the soundtrack in Apocalypse Now when Martin Sheen cuts his hand in the hotel room and smears blood all over his face. Um, I like it.
RR

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bud	bud said 2870 days ago (April 14th, 2011)
	How'd you know about the blood? I never mentioned that anywhere. Dig the bot and have fun. Check out my latest song called mixer 2

falcef	falcef said 2870 days ago (April 14th, 2011)
	Fukushima or Blessed A Fukushima nuclear disaster music song dedicaded my song falcef in Mira il tuo popolo. Bye Check out my latest song called My Egon

bud	bud said 2870 days ago (April 14th, 2011)
	Listening to Mira - pretty awesome tune friend. Thanks for stopping by. Check out my latest song called mixer 2

SmokeyVW	SmokeyVW said 2870 days ago (April 14th, 2011)
	fave delay sorry about the delay between faving this and actually trying to write something meaningful as a comment... this is just very amazing i really enjoyed the listen it's very deep emotionally as well as interesting at the sonic level IYKWIM thanks! Check out my latest song called Farther

Sigmund	Sigmund said 2869 days ago (April 15th, 2011)
	Fukushima or Blessed Island Seriously dark and moody piece of music. The ebb and flow is hypnotic and Andy's sax work is inspired. Very cool and enjoyable tune to kick back to - thanks! Sig Check out my latest song called Running with the Wind by Peter B, feat rok41

Ibstrat	Ibstrat said 2869 days ago (April 15th, 2011)
	This is really well done.You guys guys should be getting paid big bucks for doing real movie scores! Check out my latest song called What the

sammydix	sammydix said 2868 days ago (April 16th, 2011)
	FuBless The story behind HOW the song was created was just as interesting as the song itself. some intense moments cutting thru. two great minds as one. worked so well. Check out my latest song called Mr. Tarver Revisited/Gra3ham

Outtaorbit	Outtaorbit said 2866 days ago (April 17th, 2011)
	no sound of giving up here... Soundtrack of battle.... to the death, faith is strength ..... survival is faith. Check out my latest song called My Last Great Depression

guitapick	guitapick said 2866 days ago (April 18th, 2011)
	"relentless wave..." ...absolutely... Check out my latest song called 'Cuz I Can

Six-Nail-Coffin	Six-Nail-Coffin said 2866 days ago (April 18th, 2011)
	Dark..... ominous and beautiful. Love it. Check out my latest song called Krampus Carol

SISTERS	SISTERS said 2864 days ago (April 20th, 2011)
	nicely done, guys beautifully building swells of sound. that ominous bottom of bass and percussion is fabulous. andy's sax soars, floats, dips and disappears into the waves. a wonderful song for a terrible situation. anne Check out my latest song called UNIVERSAL SONG w Astronomusic & 24 Soloists

Vic Holman	Vic Holman said 2860 days ago (April 23rd, 2011)
	well...... this slipped past me somehow, must of been when i took a break from mj for a week and a half.. anyway this is very very cool. the structure is great and id gig the chugging drums that drives this right along. cool work Kevin & Andy Check out my latest song called Feeding The Sharks

FEEL	FEEL said 2858 days ago (April 26th, 2011)
	Kevin What a nice piece of music. I like Andy's sax as well, it complements the composition. Enjoyed. Check out my latest song called A Second Life with Scott Carmicheal

jibes	jibes said 2855 days ago (April 28th, 2011)
	Fukushima Zowie!! Great stuff!!! Check out my latest song called JESSICA

fathom	fathom said 2779 days ago (July 14th, 2011)
	Sultry, eerie and very effective. Love the slow build into controlled chaos. Check out my latest song called 8 o'clock Cowboy

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