CLEAN
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A silly little Ballad.
OK - sometimes I just feel like doing these sappy kind of songs. I actually think this is what I'm best at. I wrote the chords to this in about a half an hour - one of those where you sit down with a pencil and a piece of paper and it just kind of writes itself. It's been a long time since I've played all of the instruments on a song - I did on this one. Anyway, thanks in advance for taking a listen - I hope you enjoy Ballad 2013
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Re:A silly little Ballad.
2013/02/08 20:28:29
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Wow! This is beautiful, Markybro! You put me in a great mood! Very sweet and relaxing. P.S. I'm loving Silly String also!
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Re:A silly little Ballad.
2013/02/08 20:39:28
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Pretty real Mark.
Thanks..
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Re:A silly little Ballad.
2013/02/09 00:27:31
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Yah know.. at first I started to think... hmm, hi-pass here... tweak there ... then as I listened more... I went... no.... that would take everything that makes this song special, away. And this is actually kinda special. It is like we got a little piece of the real Mark coming out of the speakers. I feel like I somehow know you better now. I hope this does not sound odd, but.. there it is.
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Re:A silly little Ballad.
2013/02/09 00:35:50
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I enjoyed the raw vibe, the acoustic drums and percussion with the expressive Hendrix vibe over the top.
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Re:A silly little Ballad.
2013/02/09 00:45:38
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Actually this may have been a Robert Petway tune too.
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Re:A silly little Ballad.
2013/02/09 08:28:51
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The song speaks, what more could you ask for.
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Re:A silly little Ballad.
2013/02/09 09:23:32
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nice job.
thumbs up on this Saturday morning.
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Re:A silly little Ballad.
2013/02/09 10:36:01
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Nothing sappy or silly about this mark, I like it a lot. The up close, intimate vibe is just right for the piece, and the playing is a delight. Thought you were going to drift into 'Albatross' for a sec.. 
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Re:A silly little Ballad.
2013/02/09 13:50:53
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Hey Mark, like James said- nothing silly about this sweet little tune. A great morning listen for me. Good stuff.
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Re:A silly little Ballad.
2013/02/09 14:10:43
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I wish that I had written this. Well done, Mark.
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Re:A silly little Ballad.
2013/02/09 16:06:47
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Great job Mark.
I was getting a "Fleetwood Mac - Albatross" kinda vibe from this as your playing reminded me a lot of Peter Green. So you can take that as a big complement.
Good one Kark.
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Re:A silly little Ballad.
2013/02/09 17:19:06
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Thanks all I appreciate you all taking the time to listen and comment.
Peter Green is my favorite blues player.
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Re:A silly little Ballad.
2013/02/09 17:45:39
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Re:A silly little Ballad.
2013/02/09 20:56:09
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This is really nice. Although after a day of clearing away tons of snow, it's making me sleepy. That's not a bad thing. It's very relaxing.
Well done! Awesome tunage!
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Re:A silly little Ballad.
2013/02/09 23:30:48
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I've not read any above comments (so as to not be persuaded), That floor tom (?) seems a bit in your face and a tad to dry. The piece seems like it lacks a kick. Not so much as a kit piece but the feel of a kick at least on the one. These of course are personal preference to be sure. Everything else is pretty cool Mark. Now, I'll go read the other comments as see how far off I am....
post edited by bapu - 2013/02/09 23:32:20
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Re:A silly little Ballad.
2013/02/09 23:32:50
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DOH!!!
Look like I don't know what I'm talking about.
Move along.
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Re:A silly little Ballad.
2013/02/10 00:41:29
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Nothing silly about this ballad. It's quite good and I like it very much! Excellent work, Mark!
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Re:A silly little Ballad.
2013/02/10 00:48:17
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Sounds really good on this end!!!!
Whoa.... to you ...oh...earth and sea...
for the devil sends the beast with wrath.....
because he knows the time is short.....
let him who hath understanding.....
reckon the number of the beast.....
for it is a human number...
it`s number is.....
666 So if JESUS rose from the DEAD Does that mean he`s the ORIGINAL ZOMBIE?
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Re:A silly little Ballad.
2013/02/10 11:03:22
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Hi Mark,
Sounds great, man! Cool chord changes and sweet playing...nice one.
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Re:A silly little Ballad.
2013/02/10 11:31:16
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Re:A silly little Ballad.
2013/02/10 15:12:20
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I have to join the chorus on this one. There is nothing at all silly or sappy about this number at all. It is a beautiful piece. You and I share the same admiration for Peter Green. I especially liked his early stuff that kept the spirit of the 1950's early electric blues era alive.
Terrific number, performance, and production!!
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Re:A silly little Ballad.
2013/02/10 16:02:46
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Just beautiful guitar. Tone and touch... you have the touch. Sounds really good. It reminds me a little of something from the Bare Trees era Fleetwood Mac... really nice.
Thanks for sharing it.
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Re:A silly little Ballad.
2013/02/10 21:13:31
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Thanks Warren - and everyone who took the time - I sure appreciate it.
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Re:A silly little Ballad.
2013/02/15 04:15:49
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Hi, Mark,
This is absolutely beautiful! I love that gorgeous guitar tone and tasty playing, and the smooth vibe can instantly put the listener into a relaxed state of calmness.
To me, the sign of a great piece of music is the ability for a song to change someone's mood or emotions from just one listen, and this sure did it for me!
Excellent song, Mark!
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Re:A silly little Ballad.
2013/02/15 10:20:23
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Fantastic Mark. Loved this and didn't want it to end.
Mark.
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Re:A silly little Ballad.
2013/02/15 12:03:35
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Awesome Mark. I really enjoyed the style and relaxing nature of this pearl.
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Re:A silly little Ballad.
2013/02/15 12:28:48
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Mark, you always play the coolest sounding drum parts... love that lead guitar tone too... 
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Re:A silly little Ballad.
2013/02/15 13:09:14
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No surprising regarding to the harmonies but it is not needed it is perfect this way.
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Re:A silly little Ballad.
2013/02/16 18:20:04
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Hey Mark...New member here...Like this song alot, pleasure to listen to it...Marti.
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