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This past August, as I walked around the State Fair, wondering which deep-fried delicacy I would try next, the germ of this song came into my head, emerging from nowhere. If you're not familiar with State Fairs, just imagine tens of thousands of people walking around all day pulling their kids behind them in wagons, eating delicious but coronary-inducing food on a stick, listening to music, marveling at giant pumpkins and humongous pigs, going on head-spinning rides (because your kids dare you to), and watching fireworks - all in the sticky heat of late Summer. It's more fun than it sounds, actually. How all that led to this, I'll never know. But there it is.
It took a while to mould it into this, but one thing I knew it needed early on was a roof-lifting guitar solo, the kind that I can't really do! Then Micheal and I were talking about working on something, and a bell went off in my head. A matter of a couple of days later (man, that guy works fast!) I got this solo back, and it knocked my socks off. What excited me most about it (apart from the beautifully searing tone, the rocking dynamics, and the magnificent playing!) was the fact that it was exactly what I had in mind. Now, that's magic!
Thanks, again, Mike for doing this, and kudos. As I knew you would, you knocked it out of the park.
Enjoy.
Peace.
David
It took a while to mould it into this, but one thing I knew it needed early on was a roof-lifting guitar solo, the kind that I can't really do! Then Micheal and I were talking about working on something, and a bell went off in my head. A matter of a couple of days later (man, that guy works fast!) I got this solo back, and it knocked my socks off. What excited me most about it (apart from the beautifully searing tone, the rocking dynamics, and the magnificent playing!) was the fact that it was exactly what I had in mind. Now, that's magic!
Thanks, again, Mike for doing this, and kudos. As I knew you would, you knocked it out of the park.
Enjoy.
Peace.
David
Lyrics:
TrapdoorI don’t know how it started but I ended up standing
At the foot of a staircase in the back of my room
I ascended with caution to the star-speckled ceiling
I opened the trap door and climbed out of my life
I found myself standing on the roof of my world
On a street in a city where I’d never been
And I was surrounded by a pitiful chorus singing
‘This is the life’
As they wandered dumbfounded by sorrow and pain
The sky was an answer and my hand was a key
And the faces were questions and all looking at me
I laid in the penthouse and I lied in the street
Ignoring the old ones as they cried
Maybe you know what I mean when I say
Man, I think I’ve seen the road that lies ahead
And maybe it’s an everyday parade to you
But I’ve gotta say it almost wrecked my head
Well there might be a star in the palm of my hand
A spirit in dreamtime making a man
There might be a turtle swimming through space
A world on his back and a smile on his face
A chorus of angels dreaming of sin
Dancing a jig on the head of a pin
There might be an old man counting us down
Or maybe just counting us out
And maybe the stars are just holes in the sky
The rest of the world just a ghost in your eye
And maybe the mind is a fever gone wild
A chemical ego on trial
Well, I stood on the roof in the cold light of noon
Counting the stars and the suns and the moons
And I suddenly knew I was ready to go
‘Cos honey I’d rather not know
I descended with caution and I got my feet on the floor
I gathered my spirits and I walked to the door
And I found myself standing in the heart of my world
On a street in a city where I’ve never been
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Peter Bauckham
As are all your songs. Excellent vocals - great mix and a soaring solo from Mike.
Peter
dajama
You are way too kind, but I'm happy you like it! I think 'soaring' is a good word to describe the solo! Thanks for checking this one out. I really enjoyed your latest punk track - very cool! Cheers. Peace.
Feter
this is very powerful ...what great singing ...
the whole acoustic rockin sound so moving ..fabulous
lyrics ..top notch mixing ..really impressed by the
sound of the strummings guitar ...Kudos ...thnx
alot for sharin !!!!
dajama
Happy you enjoyed the acoustics; there's a lot of it in there! Glad you enjoyed this. Your support and encouragement much appreciated as always. Cheers, man. Peace.
Vic Holman
very nicely done gents. of course nicely recorded.
what makes this really cool that it has shades of Ziggy & the Spiders from Mars, like lady stardust, etc. nice blend of acoustics and electric guitars.
Which brings up the question, was Mike wearing platform shoes while recording the solo?
dajama
I've got the image in Mike in platforms in my head every time I listen to the song! Thanks for the nice words, man. Glad you liked it. Love the Ziggy comparison. Thanks for stopping by, man. Much appreciated. Cheers. Peace.
The truth of the matter is that I gave my platform shoes to the Salvation Army years ago. However, I WAS standing on tiptoe while playing so you were close! lol
Peace!
You kept my solo but misspelled my name! Micheal NOT Michael (he's that other guy...)! lol
What a beautiful tune David. I still can't figure out why you chose me for the solo. NEVERTHELESS I am both proud and grateful to have played even a small part in this one.
Wonderful lyrics delivered with conviction and style. One of your very best my friend! LOVE IT!
Be well!
dajama
Sorry about the misspelling! Duly noted and corrected. Thanks for the nod on the vocals; I'm very happy you enjoyed the song. As for why I thought of you for the solo, I think the reason is there for all to hear! Just what the song needed, my friend, and you nailed it. You rock. Thanks again, man. Peace.
...for correcting the spelling so quickly. Ego-crisis averted!
WHEW....
sloparts
This is a fantastic (no pun) song. Great lyrics, very well sung, and full if imagery and imagination.
And you are right about Micheal's guitar part, he did hit it out of the park, as did you with the rest of the backtracks. The mix is spot on and the production is perfect as well.
This one goes straight to the iPod my friend, it's gonna be a classic Rock song one of these days. It already is for me.
Bravo to both of you for a job very, very well done.
Be well and be cool, guys
Ed
dajama
Thanks, Ed. You are way, way too kind! I'm delighted you enjoyed it, and I'm flattered as always that I will end up on your iPod - high praise! Classic? Maybe not, but if people enjoy it, then I'm happy. That solo is rather cool, isn't it? Thanks for checking this out, my friend. Much appreciated as always. Cheers. Peace.
lavalamp
Loved how the guitars came to life. And the build up was perfect. I can hear the Bowie/Lennon influence.
Solo had great emotion.
Super job,
Dave
dajama
Glad you enjoyed this one. I'm happy you liked the build-up; in one its earliest incarnations, the song just kicked in and kept going, but I realized I've been doing a lot of those lately, so I went for a different approach. Emotion in the solo - I think you've put your finger on it. Feeling combined with style - what else could you ask for?! Thanks for checking this out. Much appreciated. Cheers. Peace.
davisamerica
Well..Well..Well ... this is a great tune. You can craft some of the best lyric flow of anyone I know and your voice on this is dead on great. Mr. Wark does shine on brightly. All in all this is exactly what I expect to hear when I see a new post from you ... excellence! Hats off David ... you amaze me.
dajama
Glad to see you stop by. I really appreciate your comment on the flow of the words; it's something I work on. Micheal does shine, doesn't he?! Your support is tremendously encouraging as always. Many thanks, my friend. Cheers. Peace.
tokai
and top tune, well done guys you have done a splendid job.
Lovely guitar solo.
dajama
Glad you enjoyed it. It was fun to work on this with Micheal, and I hope we'll work together again soon! Thanks for stopping by. Much appreciated. Cheers. Peace.
SJB
I was expecting big things when I saw that two of my favourite Macjammers had collaborated.
No disapointment! It's a superbly crafted recording. I can't even find the smallest thing to nit pick - it's so good and then some! Lyrics, singing, playing and production are all excellent. That trade mark acoustic sound and the searing lead sound great.
Regards
Steve
dajama
Glad you liked it! You are very kind with your nice words about the song and the production. Glad you enjoyed the solo; for me, it just couldn't be bettered - just what the song called for. Thanks again for stopping by - much appreciated. So when can we expect to hear some new music from you? Looking forward to it! Cheers, my friend. Peace.
nicely recorded, and soothing sound. Thanks for sharing
dajama
for stopping by and taking the time to listen and comment. Much appreciated. I really enjoyed your song "Ask" and I look forward to hearing much more from you in the future. Cheers. Peace.
drakonis
Great work you two... I like the unusual but catchy song structure, sort of breathless but apropos... great guitar work, cool lyrics, well mixed and beautifully sung! Love those thought-provoking lyrics.
ttfn,
Drakonis
dajama
Really happy you stopped by to check this out, and glad you like it. The structure is a little different from my normal approach (which can be very normal!) but I resisted the temptation to make it more standard, and I'm glad I did; it's encouraging that you think it worked. Thanks again for listening - much appreciated. Cheers. Peace.
egobandit
the lyrics on this are killer loved it allot gave me chills. Mr Wark did a great job with the lead. Wow what a song!
dajama
Really glad you liked it, and especially happy the words had an effect. I'm with you on the solo - very cool stuff. By the way, did I hear it was your birthday? Nice. Here's to many more, man! Thanks again. Peace.
sheilad
I liked everything about it so much it is now direct to the ipod. Thanks
dajama
Thanks a lot for stopping by and listening. I'm very happy you liked it, and I'm truly flattered that you'd consider putting this on your iPod - high praise! Thanks again. Much appreciated. Cheers. Peace.
Roxylee
You can write and sing all kinds of songs and do them all well. This is no exception. Such cool imagery in this poem song. :-)
dajama
I'm very glad you liked it and I'm truly flattered by your kind words. I'm actually working on something country for the Second Chance challenge at the moment - let's see if I can pull that off! Thanks again for listening and commenting. Your support and encouragement is deeply appreciated. Cheers. Peace.
lengold
song David - I really think that you have cracked the art of great song writing.
Love the performance both musically and vocally. Micheal's solo is the cream topping.
Downloaded. Thanks.
Cheers
Len
dajama
Delighted you checked this out. And Micheal's solo is indeed the cream - it's certainly tasty! As for cracking the art - I wish! I just keep plugging away, and sometimes it's worth the effort, sometimes not. I'm really happy you enjoyed this one, Len. Your encouragement is much appreciated as always. Cheers, man. Peace.
Char
What poetic lyrics. I was hearing Harry Chapin a bit. Oh and Michael Wark has a way with that guitar. So very enjoyable. I Love this place and you two are geniuses. I'll have to listen several times more. It seems I am calling it FolkyRock. Rockabilly? Genuinely a worthy. song. Excellent. Thanks for working so well together.
Thanks. :)
dajama
I'm very happy you liked this one. Harry Chapin, eh? I never would have thought of that! But now you mention it...! Thank you kindly, Char. I'm glad you enjoyed this one. You are always so supportive and encouraging. Cheers. Peace.
Moviz
come up with excellent lyrics Dave, that conjure up mind pictures and I do enjoy listening to you singing them. Great vocals and playing, with a nice warm sound to the guitars; Mike's solo is terrific and really 'takes off' with a 'whoosh', regards m
dajama
Good to see you around. Thanks for checking this one out; I'm very happy you liked it. Thanks especially for the "mind pictures" comment - that made my day! Much appreciated, my friend. Cheers. Peace.