Tuesday, December 3, 2013
On Hold
This project is currently on hold....to many other things going on. Sorry for the inconvenience.
Wednesday, August 8, 2012
More Songs On The Way
Time has been a valuable commodity lately. The recording process has unfortunately taken a back seat to some other activities. But it's about time I pick it up again. I currently have 2 songs in the works. One only lacks vocal tracking. The other still needs a little songwriting work and is currently only about half tracked. These two songs are bit heavier and delve more into the metal side. While not quite as progressive sounding as "Mercury", I like them. My plans beyond here include going prog with some of this metal and more than likely much more "metal" than this metal. Which kinda brings me to....
I've been trying to pick up on some new (well, new to me anyway) stuff and discover some acts that I've not yet paid much attention. One act was Porcupine Tree's records that aren't as well known. Interesting stuff. A few others here and there that I gave a good effort but really aren't worth mentioning. However, while digging around in Texas/southern metal, I came across a metal act from Fort Worth that simply blew me away. I have no idea how well known they are on the metal scene, but I fell in love. Oh, Sleeper or if you're a Spotify user, Oh, Sleeper – Children Of Fire. Great songwriting, creativity and musicianship. The lyrics on "Hush Yael" will make you shiver as the dissonant guitars are both beautiful and evil only to be swept away by gorgeous vocals over the top of the chorus.
So anyway, that's what I've been up to. I'm determined to get some tracking and writing done in the next few weeks, so stay tuned. Also, feel free to post here or on the facebook page and show me some stuff you think I should take a listen to, or your own music or blog.
I've been trying to pick up on some new (well, new to me anyway) stuff and discover some acts that I've not yet paid much attention. One act was Porcupine Tree's records that aren't as well known. Interesting stuff. A few others here and there that I gave a good effort but really aren't worth mentioning. However, while digging around in Texas/southern metal, I came across a metal act from Fort Worth that simply blew me away. I have no idea how well known they are on the metal scene, but I fell in love. Oh, Sleeper or if you're a Spotify user, Oh, Sleeper – Children Of Fire. Great songwriting, creativity and musicianship. The lyrics on "Hush Yael" will make you shiver as the dissonant guitars are both beautiful and evil only to be swept away by gorgeous vocals over the top of the chorus.
So anyway, that's what I've been up to. I'm determined to get some tracking and writing done in the next few weeks, so stay tuned. Also, feel free to post here or on the facebook page and show me some stuff you think I should take a listen to, or your own music or blog.
Wednesday, July 11, 2012
Sing the Scream, NOT Speak the Scream
I'm not a screamo person really. But in the past few years I've found some bands that I'm really enjoying in which the vocalist screams/growls. I've also found that I like some better than others. I also really enjoy it if the singer can actually sing.
In wondering why I like one above the other I've determined that 2 things really determine my ear's fate.
1. a growl/scream is always better with lots of wind behind it. Lot's of air and power tend to make them sound better.
2. They sound better when they are at least a little musical. This is hard to describe, but making the vocals understandable, well articulated pronunciation, and not so monotone tend to sound better to me.
It's kinda like Soilwork vocals vs Children of Bodem. Soilwork's vocals sit on top, you can understand them and there's emotion involved. I've never been able to get into Children of Bodem because the vocals have always sounded like an afterthought, monotone and emotionless white noise.
So the way I've determined I like to describe this is that you have to "sing the scream, not speak the scream" I'm not sure if this makes since at all, but I've never said it out loud and now I feel better.
I understand there are those out there that like the "Cookie Monster" stuff and that's just fine. But remember, it can still be cookie monster and sit in the mix in a place that sounds good.... and not like white noise.
In wondering why I like one above the other I've determined that 2 things really determine my ear's fate.
1. a growl/scream is always better with lots of wind behind it. Lot's of air and power tend to make them sound better.
2. They sound better when they are at least a little musical. This is hard to describe, but making the vocals understandable, well articulated pronunciation, and not so monotone tend to sound better to me.
It's kinda like Soilwork vocals vs Children of Bodem. Soilwork's vocals sit on top, you can understand them and there's emotion involved. I've never been able to get into Children of Bodem because the vocals have always sounded like an afterthought, monotone and emotionless white noise.
So the way I've determined I like to describe this is that you have to "sing the scream, not speak the scream" I'm not sure if this makes since at all, but I've never said it out loud and now I feel better.
I understand there are those out there that like the "Cookie Monster" stuff and that's just fine. But remember, it can still be cookie monster and sit in the mix in a place that sounds good.... and not like white noise.
Monday, January 9, 2012
The History and Future of Amp Modeling
http://projectk2r4.com/2012/01/06/the-history-and-future-of-amp-modeling/
This is an exceptional read. Guitar Amp Vs Simulation in a nutshell. I think anyone who doesn't like the simulation side of the story can still argue some of these points. But it's still a debate until it becomes the norm....and it will. Well said Sir!
This is an exceptional read. Guitar Amp Vs Simulation in a nutshell. I think anyone who doesn't like the simulation side of the story can still argue some of these points. But it's still a debate until it becomes the norm....and it will. Well said Sir!
Friday, January 6, 2012
Studio Pics
Just for the fun of it I thought I might post some pics of the studio. HAHA, not much I know.....
Yes, the keyboard is junk and I do use monitors that are straight out of a 1979 Radio Shack catalog....They sound fantastic. I produce everything on this site from this setup and I'm fairly happy the way budget sounds these days. Sorry, no pics of the $200k sound proofing job (comfy couch) behind the camera, the wall of guitars and amps (the Les Paul), the vocal both (closet), or drum room (actually it's still in the process of renovation, I've not yet completed the update to SSD 4.0).
Yes, the keyboard is junk and I do use monitors that are straight out of a 1979 Radio Shack catalog....They sound fantastic. I produce everything on this site from this setup and I'm fairly happy the way budget sounds these days. Sorry, no pics of the $200k sound proofing job (comfy couch) behind the camera, the wall of guitars and amps (the Les Paul), the vocal both (closet), or drum room (actually it's still in the process of renovation, I've not yet completed the update to SSD 4.0).
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