I just finished up tracking some of the songs for the new CD. I’m running out of time (and out of money) to meet the publisher’s deadline – but working hard to get done.
So far I have Silently She Calls My Name, Bounce and One Day mixed. I think we’re in good shape with just a few more tweaks. A Better Way, Can You Tell Me and A Strange Place are tracked. A Better Way has changed a lot from the first mix (the early release) with a new vocals, bass and organ.
So here’s a quick run down of some of the songs.
Silently She Calls My Name: It was written with a kind of Latin Rock groove to it featuring some incredible percussion work by Ricardo Monzon and drummer Andrew (Nez) Nesbitt, as well as some intricate B3 work. It uses imagery that reflects how you can be mesmerized and enthralled without a word being spoken.
Bounce: is jazzed funk – and the song literally bounces thanks to a simple and catchy keyboard hook lifted by a solid rhythm section performance from bassist Keith Kirkpatrick, Ricardo and Nez. The lyric speaks to the importance of being able to “bounce” when dealing with hard times, job loss, financial and other social pressures. While this does apply to my own life, I see this as a recurring theme for many people I know and meet.
One Day: Another reflection on the impact on people of the current economic situation, the song reminds you to keep focusing on what’s really important in your life – the people you love. This light 12/8 groove and modal flavor conjures up some old Steely Dan ghosts with an updated beat.