My Album Update

I am actively focusing on about 4 songs right now, although I do plug away at some others from time to time.

One of my "signature" tracks, the blues-rock based "Free" is beginning to come together.  The blues-rock roots of the song are fused with a hard, modern rock edge that reaches the peak of its intensity during the bridge, which has a HUGE layered, multi-amp guitar sound.   The backing guitars are done now, with the exception of one more possible layer during the bridge. At this time, I'm debating how to approach lead guitar...it could be cool to have some raging leads, but this is the type of song that might also work well with a little more "empty space".  I'll lay down some dummy vocals next, and see how the project sounds from there.

I'm also actively working on another old tune - "Trying to be a Man".  This one is extremely close to being done.  I'm debating reworking the guitar solo, and also may add some additional lead guitar licks or other sweetening tracks.

An untitled song is also high on my focus, you can listen to a sample of it on my music player.  I may be collaborating on the arrangement and lyrics with a good friend, but we'll see if that works out or not. Long distance collaborations between 2 very busy people are sometimes hard to pull together.

The last song that I'm actively focusing on right now is another one of what I would call my "signature" songs... "Blues Man".   I'm ready to work on vocals and then just lay down a couple more lead parts.  The bass track may be reworked by a friend of mine, but it's getting very close to moving from the recording phase and into the mixing phase.

I look forward to finishing up these songs and moving my focus to a new group of songs.

"Sneak Peek" Tracks

At the request of some family, friends, and fans, I've uploaded a few clips of songs in progress. Check them out and let me know what you think!

Music Production and Sound Quality: Electric Guitars!

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