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Homestead by davisamerica2 [Email]
Genre: Acoustic Rock

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Last Played: Oct 13, 2008 - 03:48:46 AM
Downloads: 30
Fans: 15
Uploaded: Feb 14, 2008 - 07:54:36 PM
Last Updated: Feb 14, 2008 - 08:02:57 PM
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Description:
Pioneer stress

Lyrics:
Just over that hill there I shot me a bear
Had a head like a boulder. Stood ten foot, I swear!
He came down off the mountain, must have been early June
I'd planted the cotton 'neath the light of the moon

The horses got nervous as he stunk up the farm
Ol' Boots got to hollerin' then he took for the barn
I grabbed my rifle, and prepared for the hunt
And I whispered to the Almighty "You can come if you want

I crept 'cross the meadow 'neath that big yellow moon
I had no trouble seein', it was bright as high noon
All the crickets were speechless. I didn't hear a peep
And I followed their example and silenced my feet

I could tell you I'm fearless, and what I did was so brave.
Well maybe David and Goliath were prepared for the grave,
But my bones were tremblin' like the tracks 'neath a train
That had lost it's sole brakeman down a mountain of pain

There are things in this world that we can't overcome
It' a shame we don't know 'em till we've lost or till we've won
But I tracked down that varmit and I blowed off his head
And life' a little easier now. I thank God he's dead

I built this here homestead, and I pray I'll get old
But there's times when this old cabin here just won't fight the cold
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Wonderful story &mdash 02/14/08 - 08:15:16 PM
Well told. Nice playing and singing was spot on for this tune! Wasn't what I was expecting based on the the listed genre... but what a great surprise!

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Glad I tricked you with the genre &mdash 02/14/08 - 11:45:04 PM
It wasn't intentional. All I knew was I had a voice and acoustic guitar. I'm glad you found it worthwhile. Thanks for the kind comments

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Homestead &mdash 02/14/08 - 08:57:38 PM
what a sweet wooden ballad my freind ..a true
classical sound ,stronge lyircs indeed .just
another gem my freind ..thnx for sharin !!!

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Thanks &mdash 02/14/08 - 11:52:03 PM
I appreciate your comments Feter. And I welcome any addition, as my skeletal submission begs for.

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nice song &mdash 02/14/08 - 11:50:56 PM
Everything sounds nice and clear on this. It definitely has that "pioneer" sound to it. Reminds me of watching old movies.
Great post!

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Thanks Nick &mdash 02/15/08 - 12:27:36 AM
Life is never easy, but I think a ravishing grizzly would be a refreshing change.

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right then &mdash 02/15/08 - 12:29:26 AM
me too!!!

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Wait a minute! &mdash 02/15/08 - 02:47:28 PM
I meant to sat "ravenous". A "ravenous" bear, not "ravishing."

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Nice posting. &mdash 02/15/08 - 12:32:43 AM
A fine folky tune with a nice steady sway and a story to tell.Very good writing and delivery.Much enjoyed.

Blessings,

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Thanks Daniel &mdash 02/15/08 - 02:56:42 PM
Yes, I like to put together story songs, and have an interest in history. I took this one down from my dusty shelf recently and cleaned it up a bit. Most of my friends never heard it before. Thanks for listening.

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Love the &mdash 02/15/08 - 01:48:25 AM
line 'bones were tremblin'.....' What a well written song, great lyrics and expertly played and sung. Really enjoyable listen.
Cheers
Len



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In real life &mdash 02/15/08 - 03:02:18 PM
my "tremblin' bones" would never have left the cabin. I wouldn't have opened the door even for poor ol' Boots. Thanks for the kind words.

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Thank-you &mdash 02/15/08 - 05:16:48 AM
This one goes right in to my heart I love this sorts of lyrics and playing.
You do it like a pro.


Take care
---
Kenta

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And I thank you &mdash 02/15/08 - 03:06:18 PM
for the kind comments. I'm glad it touched you in this way. I enjoyed putting it together.

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Love the lyrics... &mdash 02/15/08 - 07:54:40 AM
and the way they are delivered. Very good song and great performance.
B

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Thanks B &mdash 02/15/08 - 03:08:21 PM
I appreciate the kind comments. Makes me want to push harder.

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really good! &mdash 02/15/08 - 08:27:55 AM
right then.
8)
this sounds ultra good - EXcellent strong and sure vocal with a great storytelling attitude. the last line of the wonderful lyric wrapped it all up so very nicely. i like the simple but effective guitar - it worked a treat. what's going on with the panning? flanging? a teensy bit distracting - but shoot fire, this is a Swell Song, nonetheless. enjoyed!
anne



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Thank you Anne &mdash 02/15/08 - 03:14:50 PM
Yes, I'm afraid the panning and flanging were a result of basic insecurities. This song was put on a demo I've been floating around for gigs, and I guess I was just trying some reckless embellishments. I'm glad it survived and was still enjoyable. Thanks again.

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Wonderful.... &mdash 02/15/08 - 09:17:34 AM
Whoa, am I really enjoying this song. What a fresh and appealing guitar/vocal performance, DA! Your talent shines so clearly here... just you and the guitar up on that stage alone :). Your voice is warm, convincing... singing like a pro. And the guitar work is spot on beautiful.

Many kudos and thanks for sharing a great song.

Jack

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I really appreciate &mdash 02/15/08 - 03:21:24 PM
your comments Jack. I guess the main reason I like doing these kind of songs is that you don't have to get too technical, which I am pretty inept at. Thanks again.

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I hear ya... &mdash 02/15/08 - 10:46:23 PM
Over the last year and a half, more and more, my songs have filtered down to just guitar and voice. Less is more? ;)

cheers,
Jack

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Excellent &mdash 02/15/08 - 02:20:10 PM
This is a great song. Your vocal is terrific on this, and the words are excellent. I was totally drawn in. Some really memorable lines ("I whispered to the Almighty "you can come if you want" - love that). The guitar playing is good, and it sounds good. What effect do you have on there that's making it wander across my headphones? Either way, great track. Nicely done. Peace.

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Thanks for tuning in &mdash 02/15/08 - 03:32:18 PM
and the generous comments. Glad you like the lyrics. I tried to put my heart into them. The wandering around in your headphones was just me pushing buttons without knowing what I was doing. I should just keep my fingers on the fretboard and away from the keyboard as much as possible. Thanks again.

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great track &mdash 02/15/08 - 03:31:09 PM
first time i've heard a song about a bear here on MJ. keep it up and you're going to need a separate genre. really tho, this is great. we need a collaboration between you, Feter and Farlowe.

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Thanks Michael &mdash 02/15/08 - 03:38:49 PM
So far this is my only bear song. I guess I could write a series. I mean bears are like people. They are all different. And I suppose they each have their story to tell. But seriously, thanks. And have considered collaboration. I've talked to Feter about one of his.

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Neil Young &mdash 02/15/08 - 06:14:04 PM
Wicked. Just as cool as what your bro does. I so admire the skills of you two. It has feeling, subtleness , but foremost life in it. It lives in my speakers and it really touched my heart. Envy is, unfortunately, mine;-)


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Thanks Just &mdash 02/15/08 - 07:42:36 PM
Feels good to hear such comments. Will try to give you more.

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Bear faced &mdash 02/16/08 - 03:11:28 PM
great vocal and lovely guitar playing... fabulous lyric guy, really well told!

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Thank you Thank you Echo &mdash 02/16/08 - 08:18:52 PM
I'm glad you liked the lyrics. They kind of evolved over the years. The story was the same, but finally found the best way to tell it. I appreciate your comments.

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Oooh &mdash 02/16/08 - 04:41:19 PM
I'm likin this D, a neat journey...

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Thanks for listening Dave &mdash 02/16/08 - 08:25:18 PM
I was lucky to make it back alive from this journey. I've only skinned one bear in my life. Back when I was 7 years old. The bear's name was Teddy, and it made a nice hat. I guess the song helped me relive those fantasies.

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i really like this! &mdash 02/27/08 - 01:54:17 AM
great feel, great lyrics...reminds me of someone, and all i can think of is john prine (whom i LOVE), but that's not exactly it. very well done though, fav'd and downloaded!

age

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Thanks for the download &mdash 02/29/08 - 10:59:13 AM
I appreciate you tuning in. Terry

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I liked this ... &mdash 04/20/08 - 12:44:09 AM
... it sort of reminded me of my younger years ... listening to Gordon Lightfoot ... found myself humming along .. that's a good sign! I was trying to figure out how you got that great natural stereo sound on your vocals ... and then I heard them panning slightly from left to right and back again .... not even sure how I noticed that .. but I like the effect - gave it ambience.

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Thanks Alannah, &mdash 04/24/08 - 04:33:24 PM
And that's a nice compliment, you humming along. As for the stereo sound; that's just me pushing strange buttons. Some like it, some don't. I just like singing this song and telling this story. I'm glad I got to sing it for you. Terry

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It doesn't even matter ... &mdash 05/03/08 - 10:13:32 PM
What the subject is, you make it wonderful with your voice and your guitar. Thank you.

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Thanks Char &mdash 05/11/08 - 09:26:42 PM
I enjoy playing this song because just the basics are required. It's simply a musical story. I'm glad it caught your ear. Thanks for the kind words. Terry

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Homestead &mdash 05/10/08 - 07:21:50 PM
Wow what a Fantastic Song I love your Voice its sounds magical
I swear
And you tell the story so sweet and your guitar sounds so melodic
You have me swooning - You do :) Love the song lyrics awsome.

Thank you for sharing your little gems with us all too.
Downloading - Obviousely.

Peace Dee xxx

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Swoon away Dee &mdash 05/11/08 - 09:33:33 PM
Very nice comments. Thank you for them all. Often delve into my hidden fantasies with these songs. I guess there is lots of magic to be found there, as with us all. Thanks again, Terry

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