mcourter
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Pride and Joy
Call me cheeky if you will, but while I have a couple of originals percolating (but not really COOKING, if you know what I mean), I've done a Stevie Ray Vaughn cover. Yes, I know I'm not the same caliber guitarist Stevie was, and, no, I certainly don't have the proper right hand technique for a true Texas shuffle, so let's call it a Midwest/California shuffle, but nevertheless, here it is. On the other hand, I don't believe I've embarrassed myself either. I hope y'all like it. http://soundclick.com/share.cfm?id=12281138 Backing vocals were graciously provided by Stephanie Thompson and Danielle Huffman, who were quick to aid me in a time of need. Well, actually, I kind of threatened,pleaded, cajoled, and bullied them into it at an opportune (for me) moment. Feedback is welcome, as my tinnitic ears ain't so trustworthy. Thanks for listening. Mark
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The Band19 
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Re:Pride and Joy
2013/04/19 23:42:29
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This is vintage Freddy :-) The style? It's pretty wild because I'm familiar w/SRV's version, and this is great, but it's as different as the night from the day. I love the oooos and ahhhhs :-) You do have a strong Freddy vibe going here, and you nailed that lead for the genera brudda. Good job. Robby. p.s., mix wise, I was going to have a lot more input but I listened again, with the ear buds pressed in a little tighter? And it brought the bottom out more. You're lead vox sound like they could be brightened/excited a bit more? I'm hearing a lot of mids/low mids, it could be the mic. I would push them a little between 3-5K (whatever fits the recording best) and then maybe a high shelf around 8 or 9K But please, don't make a habit of taking mix advice from me! It could have unintended consequences :-)
post edited by The Band19 - 2013/04/19 23:48:59
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Re:Pride and Joy
2013/04/20 01:44:45
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Few artists deaths have had much if any affect on me, but I remember when I heard about the crash that killed SRV... my heart sank. It seemed unfair. There is no replacement for Vaughan. He was not cookie cutter on any level. He was on his own level. As Robby says, this is a very different version, but I like it. You and the gals sound great. Excellent job.
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Re:Pride and Joy
2013/04/20 03:05:29
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Sure is good to hear from you Mark, Great choice to cover and great soulful performances. Great vox, loved that solo, classic Mark
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Re:Pride and Joy
2013/04/20 20:16:39
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Very nicely done and sounds very good. Sounds like you were all having fun.
Peace and blessings, John
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Re:Pride and Joy
2013/04/20 21:17:11
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Dang that was fun mark - playing is nice - not like the original - but very creative. My only critique is the ride - to constant - kind of drives me a bit crazy. Well done.
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mcourter
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Re:Pride and Joy
2013/04/21 12:07:10
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Robby, I'm glad you liked it. But: Freddy King? Freddy J? Either way, I'll take the comparison as a complement. Actually, I had the lead vox a bit brighter initially, but it seemed too upfront, so I backed it off a bit. Above 4k is where my hearing drops off a bit.
Fox - Steph and Danielle, neither one of them singers if left to their own devices, really appreciate the positive feedback. I'll be able to press them into service again. Thanks.
Grant, great to hear from you. This song IS a ton of fun to play. The first verse of solo is mostly ripped off from Stevie, but I was winging it in the second verse.
John, thanks for listening and taking the time to comment.
Mark C, like I said, a ton of fun. I haven't actually heard SRV's version in years, I must be further from it than I remember. That might be a good thing. Thanks
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Re:Pride and Joy
2013/04/21 15:22:38
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this sounds like a blast to do Mark. the BV are excellent as is the playing, of course!
mix is really good but it sounds like it's been recorded with one mike and put on wax. now, this may be how the SRV version was done, and if so i apologise.
drums are a bit lifeless - in particular the hihat is annoying after a while - drummers don't play a steady eighth hihat and also hit other cymbals...
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mcourter
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Re:Pride and Joy
2013/04/23 21:44:15
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Mark -Well, it WAS recorded with one mic, I only have one decent mic. But drums were generated with Jammer Pro, who evidently doesn't understand about the hi hat in combination with cymbals. But I could probably bring down the hihat. That's right in the range I have trouble hearing (above 4k)and illustrates why I turn to my friends for feedback. Thanks.
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Re:Pride and Joy
2013/04/24 07:29:37
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Hey Mark , This tune has a nice Retro Vibe to it  Yeah I get the Freddy King vibe ..... your tune sounds like if this was done live in a club , it would probably go over well ....w the back up singers ...and all the gtr sounds nice ....vox pretty good ...bass I had to listen hard ....it seemed low w a vey picky attack ( late night so I'm listening at conversational levels on speakers ) it seems that the drums are a little wide on your sound stage ...the Hi Hat is totally far left to the point where it almost sounds like it's in a different room ...... all easy stuff to dial in .... Kenny
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Re:Pride and Joy
2013/04/24 08:38:33
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Good one Mark... great to hear from you again...
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Bob Oister
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Re:Pride and Joy
2013/04/25 21:46:03
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Hey, Mark, Good to see you around, buddy! Very nice job on this great sounding SRV cover, great guitar playing and tone, excellent vocals, and the backup singers were tasty icing on the cake! Super job, Mark, and don't be a stranger! Bob
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mcourter
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Re:Pride and Joy
2013/04/25 21:57:33
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Kenny - Yeah, that retro thing, I get that a lot. Curious comment on the "picky" attack on bass, since I always use my fingers. Maybe my fingernails were too long....but thanks for listening.
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mcourter
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Re:Pride and Joy
2013/04/25 21:59:10
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Thanks, Frank. Thanks, Bob, for taking the time. I gotta go get your cd, too.
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Lynn
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Re:Pride and Joy
2013/04/26 11:15:27
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It's always good to hear a SRV trilbute. Your version is unique, and I like that. You accomplished a lot with what you have. Very impressive.
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Re:Pride and Joy
2013/04/26 12:58:16
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West Texas goes So-Cal ... no biggie, it sounded great. Seriously, Mark, great job on the cover all the way round. Eager to hear more from you.
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mcourter
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Re:Pride and Joy
2013/04/28 14:51:16
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Thanks, Lynn! Thanks, Phil!
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