Back In The Tunnel

Calchas

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I have for some time contemplated doing a thematic sequel to my earlier “Tunnel Vision,” which was so well received here at MJ.

Actually, I’ve contemplated it ever since Bill Grundmann (SmokeyVW) quoted the entirety of the lyrics of “Tunnel Vision” to me in his reply to my infamous “Farewell” Forum several months ago. (Thanks for inspiring me bro!)

I composed the guitar music soon after I left MacJams. Recently, life slowed down for me just enough so I could concentrate on penning the lyrics and getting guitar, synth and vox recorded.

Heartfelt thanks to Daniel Staniforth (Lunatrick) and Alec M. (Relic67). Their generous contributions have added life and color to my insipid little ditty.

Thanks also to Vic (Wonderfingers) Holman and to Richard (The Lionhearted) Schletty for lending critical ears in the early stages of production.

Hope you all enjoy this second helping of maudlin self-recrimination. Ha ha...

Musicians:

Micheal Wark (Calchas): Lyrics, Vox, Synth, Acoustic Guitar, and Mix.

Daniel Staniforth (Lunatrick): Cello.

Alec M. (Relic67): Violin.

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Lyrics

BACK IN THE TUNNEL

I.
The Sun it shines,
like it always do;
a darkened cloud
blocks it from my view.
Can’t see it,
---back in the tunnel again.

Right is wrong.
Wrong is right.
My principles have all
taken flight.
Oh no! I’m
back in the tunnel again.

What is that writing on the wall?
Is that my signature?
Was it I
who placed this call?

Sorry honey, if
I upset you.
Feelin’ trigger-happy
and a little blue.
Same ol’ song n’ dance,
---back in the tunnel again.

II.
Light is dark.
Dark is light.
I’ll be sleeping
by myself tonight.
Blindsided!
---back in the tunnel again.

Crossed the border
to Myopia;
on my way to
Paranoia.
I’ve earned a ticket to ride
back to the tunnel again.

Won’t you tell me what to do, my love?
I yearn for light,
and to be with you...

Lying fallow.
There’s no help for it.
I’ve sowed,
now it’s time to reap a bit.
It’s no picnic, here in the tunnel again.
So very lonely, here in the tunnel again.
I’m so damn blue, here in the tunnel again.

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Uploaded: May 15, 2009 - 03:14:58 AM
Last Updated: Jul 06, 2009 - 12:41:51 AM Last Played: Nov 17, 2009 - 10:53:50 PM

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Feter

Feter said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)

BACK IN THE TUNNEL
WO ...now this is SO amazing ...how can imagen such collab can be
done on such years with such instruments and here ...!! ? your
vocal at its best bro ...the cello and fiddle ...more than magic
for this song ...the elegant guitar two cents ...just right there
amazing lyrics ....Kudos

DEEPEST BOW !!!!

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Calchas	Calchas said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	You got firsties bro! Many thanks for the kind words. It's not flawless...There are a couple places where my own playing makes me cringe...But it turned out fairly nice I think. Glad you dug it my friend! Be well! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

Skean

Skean said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)

I'm sold
I love Violins, cellos and sure acoustic guitar too, you know I'm born to traditional old folk songs.
Here you have a site with some fact as music from there I'm born Jämtland. http://www.jamtlandica.com/
I loved you vocals, you put great feelings in to your great lyrics... Very nice playing of Lunatrick, Relic67 and of course your guitar playing... Great collab.. I love it.. Thanks DL,d.

Take care, bro

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Calchas	Calchas said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	Hi Kenta! I did not realize you are an old folkie! Thanks for the nice comment bro. Glad you enjoyed this one. Be well! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

Relic67	Relic67 said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	Alright! Sounds great amigo! Thanks so much for the opportunity to play on such a cool song. Cello sounds fantastic. I like the metaphors in the song, adds a lot of interest to the already interesting guitar part and chord progression. I look forward to your next song! Check out my latest song called Novis Libris

Calchas	Calchas said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	Hello Alec! Thanks again for the cool violin playing. I really think you are much better than you give yourself credit for bro. At any rate, it works here really well. Take care! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

davisamerica	davisamerica said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	epic is territory in which you fearlessly foray ... Michael a most magical spin here. Very much enjoyed my friend. Daniel and Alec sound fantastic. Check out my latest song called No Son(egobandit band)

Calchas	Calchas said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	Howdy Jack! DANG! I was trying to avoid "epic" on this one! Ha ha... I DO like the sound of "magical" though! And yes, the boys in the band really brought it all home, didn't they? Glad you dug it bro! Be well! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

tokai	tokai said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	Sweet sounds i see the Trick and Relic added some very special touched to this. Love the lyric and the voice they are really class on this. Sad songs are priceless. Check out my latest song called maizuru/Bud/Char

Calchas	Calchas said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	Hi Steve! Nice review from out West! Many thanks for listening and commenting. I, too, am a sucker for a sad song... Be well friend! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

sheilad	sheilad said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	just stopped in to leave a quick comment... this is really good... all of it. All the emotion comes through in the lyrics and the music. Love the voice on it too Check out my latest song called Halloween Wandering/PickQuickRecords

Calchas	Calchas said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	Hey there Sheilad! Thanks so much for stopping by with your nice comment. Always nice to see you! Be well friend! PS: For crying out loud, put that banana down before somebody gets hurt! lol Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

sloparts

sloparts said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)

Tells the story
of love lost and regrets felt, very well indeed Micheal.

Love the back tracks along with Daniel and Alec's work. Adds a dimension of sadness that would have been lost without their efforts.

This is an awesome song my friend and you did an amazing job on the vocals for it. Deep, meaningful lyrics that say what you wanted to say, without bludgeoning the listener over the head, which is hard to do, but you did it.

Love it my friend. Kudos to you and your mates on this one.

Ed

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Calchas	Calchas said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	Lost love? Not quite. Just a night or two on the couch whilst removing head from ass and foot from mouth. Ha ha...Been there one too many times. Thought perhaps a song would help exorcize the beast! Glad you dug it Ed! Be well dear friend! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

Reggie_Pole	Reggie_Pole said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	Convincing Your vocal style is well suited to this genre. Excellent lyrics, and you conveyed them very well -- it was believable -- didn't come off as contrived, in other words. The inclusion of live strings added much to the melancholia. Nice, in an "I'm down" kinda way. Check out my latest song called Examination Dream

Calchas	Calchas said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	Ahhh...the good Mr. Pole! Thanks so much for giving this a chance. I appreciate your kind review sir. Be well friend! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

	holgaloves said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	WOW Great song. And all the other instruments really added color to the song. I loved the organic vibe... Check out my latest song called leisure

Calchas	Calchas said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	Thanks... ...for listening Daniel. And welcome to Macjams! Take care! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

I.G.M.	I.G.M. said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	cool idea to combine the acoustic with cello and violin to create this sad, dramatic feeling. call me an idiot but I would love to play an electric guitar solo over this! :o) very nice tune, nicely sung! Ingo Check out my latest song called I`m Gone

Calchas	Calchas said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	Thank you Ingo! Hey man...I won't ever call you an idiot OK? But just where would you place that electric guitar solo? That mid-section is already a tad crowded... Anyway, I'm glad you like the tuneage! Be well friend! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

razoondragoonus	razoondragoonus said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	mighty fine picking outstanding use of strings it is a very nicely done mesh. The sound is very soulful and compelling. I had to put it on an add for favorites. I so long to work with strings, and its something I am not able to do currently. Check out my latest song called hipchat(chatterbox)

Calchas	Calchas said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	Thank you Isies! Normally I use the keyboards for my strings. I got very lucky this time with Alec and Daniel being both available and willing. I appreciate your nice comment man. Be well! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

apb	apb said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	Fabulous .. .. love it. S'all top notch. Well done everyone - a great song made richer: vocals are spot on (excellent intimate delivery), fine set of lyrics, excellent strings (you can't beat the real thang)... nice little production touches too eg. the ending. Really fine piece of work Mike, Daniel and Alec. Check out my latest song called Misplaced

Calchas	Calchas said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	Thanks Alan! I really think both Alec and Daniel delivered the goods on this one. It would have been a bit flat were it not for their splendid efforts. Glad you didn't find the subtle use of background synth throughout distracting. I wanted to convey the idea of actually being in a tunnel. Be well friend! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

Moviz	Moviz said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	I think this has shades of The Beatles in mood (Eleanor Rigby-ish). What a talented lot you all are, giving this good song a great original sound..... vocals sound tops as well and you always write great lyrics Michael..... loved this performance, regards M Check out my latest song called Come Back Billie

Calchas	Calchas said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	Maurice! Thanks for the props my friend. I am taking more risks with my vocals these days...tryin' to do a bit more than just holler! lol Glad you enjoyed the string section as well. I know I do. (Although those strings---especially the cello---were a bear to mix!) Be well friend! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

Daugrin	Daugrin said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	Tunnel Lover Great jobs all around, gripping theature done with a light touch. Satisfying lyrics and good singing, can ya make a road song like this? Off key but in tune does not apply, you keep on making um my friend...I think your on a roll. Daugrin Check out my latest song called Daphne w/ Andy Wigzell

Calchas

Calchas said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)

OK
I'll keep makin' em! Actually, I'm currently working on two more collabs. One is similar to "You Are My Friend." It's called "Time For Me To Go" and features John Stebbe on piano! The other is a Joe Walsh era James Gang-ish thang that I begin recording tomorrow.

Future uncertain (literally), so I'm getting as much done as I can, just in case the bottom falls out for me.

Glad to have you on board as friend, fan, and honest critic Daug!

Be well!

Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

Patman	Patman said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	Awesome You say in response to the first post that in some places your playing makes you cringe. My Friend, chalk that up to perfectionism. As a listener, I thought it was FANTASTIC. So painful! I love this! Patman Check out my latest song called I've Had Better Days

Calchas	Calchas said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	Perfectionism? Hah! I thought it was because I'm so anal! Thank you so much for the kind words. Glad you enjoyed this one. Be well friend! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

SmokeyVW

SmokeyVW said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)

fabulous
the opening strings really works! this is a fabulous song. great production values.

the vocals are great - seems a bit of a departure for you - and i like it!

thanks

i hope you took no offense at my quoting Tunnel Vision in that forum - i felt that your own words were precisely the right thing to say at the time - perhaps in a mirror-like way - peace, my friend.

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Calchas	Calchas said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	Offended? You gotta be kidding! I was quite literally moved to tears when you did that Bill. And from that experience came the inspiration for this sequel. Weird and wonderful the ways in which we affect each other in this life. Yes, the vocals are a bit of a departure. I'm trying different things. Glad it works for you bro! Be well! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

Char

Char said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)

Too modern
to be mistaken for something from the Hootenanny era of the 60's but the vocals and strings by Daniel and Alec wring out every last bit of emotion just as some of those ballads were able to do.
Now's the time. Make it right. Stay a longer while in the light. Make your way out and hope that that tunnel will end. Thanks, Micheal.

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Calchas	Calchas said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	Hello there super-star! I remember Hootenanny! And Shindig too...GOD WE'RE OLD!!! Thanks for the nice comments Char. Lovely to see you again my friend! Be well! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

egobandit	egobandit said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	Violin! Such sweetness in such a touching desperation. Keep em comin! Its a collab happy world and the world gets happier with each collab great job all around! Check out my latest song called when its love

Calchas	Calchas said 193 days ago (May 16th, 2009)
	Hi Tim! Happy to collab in this collab happy world! Thanks for the nice comment bro! Be well! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

Andy-bm	Andy-bm said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	Nice Job on this I don't know what is cooler, the guitar, the strings, or the vocals, or maybe it is just the entire package. Really nice job on the mixing too. //Andy

Calchas	Calchas said 193 days ago (May 16th, 2009)
	Thanks Andy! Been taking a bit of a break from the rockers. Glad folks are enjoying the folkier tunes. Be well bro! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

dadgarus	dadgarus said 194 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	Specialy delicious but a little sad.I do love it! Great tune bro! I'm a fan! RegardZ =\DadgaR/= Check out my latest song called I Break

Calchas	Calchas said 193 days ago (May 16th, 2009)
	Yup... Delicious...and yet...no trans-fat! Glad you like it! Be well friend! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

Vic Holman	Vic Holman said 193 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	splendid Well Mike at long last. The wait was worth it I think. man, the violin and cello really fill this out nicely since I heard the naked version. Hats off to you Mike, Daniel & Alec Check out my latest song called November

Calchas	Calchas said 193 days ago (May 16th, 2009)
	Hey there Vicar! Collabs do take awhile sometimes. I am quite pleased with the outcome here. The naked version was a bit chilly. It feels good to hide behind some nice warm strings. Be well bro! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

LunaTrick	LunaTrick said 193 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	Hey Mike I tried to apply a little humble. soulful cello... I'm glad you got it to work. Check out my latest song called Luna Gypsy Heart II (Eternal Firelight)

Calchas

Calchas said 193 days ago (May 15th, 2009)

Danielson!
Nothing wrong with your playing bro. I'm just not used to mixing organic strings! The cello wants to take over and dominate till it gets run through a Low Cut Filter and a Compressor. But I did finally tame the beast and it's all good. I think the whole ensemble works well and I thank you and Alec for your fine work!

be well my friend!

Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

Doug Somers	Doug Somers said 193 days ago (May 15th, 2009)
	Solid solid solid What a joy guys - scores on all counts. And I'm a sucker for the brilliant live string performances. The vocal is spot on and those backing vocals that come in as accents reminds me of another group at another time. A fine finish with the fading out synth. Very cool. Thanks all round, Doug Check out my latest song called Desiree (MJ Space Race 2009)

Calchas	Calchas said 193 days ago (May 16th, 2009)
	Hi Doug! Many thanks for the kind comments my friend. We all appreciate the props! Be well! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

mowguy3

mowguy3 said 193 days ago (May 16th, 2009)

Back In The Tunnel
This is realy one of those songs where Everything blends so well and creates the perfect mix. Every instrument is heard and has it's place but takes nothing away from the goal. The lyric content is strong, well written, and sung with a power that goes in through the skin. This is a very full and complete recording. Hats off to all.

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Calchas	Calchas said 193 days ago (May 16th, 2009)
	Hello Russ! Thanks for the nice comment bro. Truth to tell, I was a little apprehensive about posting this mix. The aiff file sounds more spacious. By contrast this mp3 sounds a tad crowded to my ears. But so far folks really seem to like it. Color me relieved! Glad you enjoyed it friend! Be well! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

lavalamp	lavalamp said 193 days ago (May 16th, 2009)
	Excellent This is what I'm talking about. Micheal, your voice is PERFECT for a tune like this. Great, great stuff. Blew me away. LL Check out my latest song called Googolplex Times Zero

Calchas	Calchas said 193 days ago (May 16th, 2009)
	Hey Dave! Thanks a lot bro for the props on my vocal. I'm painfully aware of my limitations and have been working hard to improve. Glad you liked the tune my friend! Be well! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

TERRAPLANE	TERRAPLANE said 192 days ago (May 16th, 2009)
	superb! all around,, really enjoy the strings in this mix,, wonderful song ,Mike thanks for the DL!!!! keep on keepin on,T Check out my latest song called * The Greys * MJ Space Race 2009

Calchas	Calchas said 192 days ago (May 16th, 2009)
	Thank you Terry! Since using synth-ed strings on "No Sorrow" I had been hankering for a taste of the real thing. Fortunately Alec and Daniel were willing and able to help out. It's been a nice experience. Glad you enjoyed it! Be well bro! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

Roxylee	Roxylee said 192 days ago (May 16th, 2009)
	Wow, Mike You've outdone yourself-again. This is fine. I'm listening with headphones on and it sounds perfect. I love your vocals and Daniel and Alec have done a great job with the cello and violin. If you write such great songs while in the tunnel, I can only imagine the next one when you're out! Check out my latest song called Sweet Grace

Calchas	Calchas said 192 days ago (May 16th, 2009)
	Hi Roxy! Thanks for the nice comment. This sounded really so-so when it was just me and my guitar. The strings made a world of difference! Stay tuned Sis. My next tune features the incomparable John Stebbe on piano! Like you always say: "I love this place!" Be well! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

MarkHolbrook	MarkHolbrook said 192 days ago (May 17th, 2009)
	Hello Sirs... I simply was too wiped out and busy in Denmark to get this the attention it would deserve. MW what a nice visit back to the tunnel! The additions to this just rock my friend. Once again your vocals are totally full of emotion and add so much to this tune! Check out my latest song called Never Say Goodbye - Bond Challenge

Calchas	Calchas said 192 days ago (May 17th, 2009)
	Hey Mark! I appreciate your giving this a spin in spite of your obviously hectic schedule. I'm assuming you've made it back home safely and in one piece. That's more than enough to be thankful for. Be well friend! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

Sigmund

Sigmund said 192 days ago (May 17th, 2009)

The Tunnel
This is a great song! Oddly enough it reminds me of the Moody Blues - that comes from both your vocal performance as well as the arrangement. I really like the idea of using violin, especially in the intro. I also get the feeling that this tune means something special to you - some life experience(s) is driving your lyrics - very heartfelt performance. While the cello playing adds ambience to the piece I would like to hear the cello and violin share the solo - I think the song style works for that kind of idea. But hey, it sounds great the way it is as well. Another fine posting, Michael, and hats off to your supporting cast - well done! Thank you for sharing this.

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Calchas

Calchas said 192 days ago (May 17th, 2009)

Thank you Sig...
RE the strings: The only instructions I gave to Alec and Daniel was to follow their own notions of what should go where. I did ask them to get a little frisky in the mid-section though. It's one of the things I enjoy about collab-ing. Each of the other players ends up being more than a mere session man, but a true contributor to the over-all vision.

Glad you enjoyed it my friend!

Be well!

Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

Bazz	Bazz said 192 days ago (May 17th, 2009)
	Thought I'd have to look you up on reading that you are an "AE" George Russell man in your comment on Luna Trick and Rebsie's latest. Glad I did. Tremendous trio you have here. I'm impressed, not only as to performance but to tune and lyrics too.

Calchas	Calchas said 192 days ago (May 17th, 2009)
	Hi Bazz... I read more philosophy (ancient Greek and Indian)than poetry, but AE is one of my big three poets, along with William Blake and Ralph Waldo Emerson. Well I'm glad you saw that comment and checke this out. Pleased to meet you friend. I appreciate the nice comment! Be well! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

kassia	kassia said 192 days ago (May 17th, 2009)
	stay in that tunnel if this is what you create while in there. a KILLER track. the strings add a lot, but really this is all about your voice and incredible guitar. an excellent piece of songwriting and superb performance. Check out my latest song called Deep Majesty

Calchas	Calchas said 192 days ago (May 17th, 2009)
	Howdy Shay! I'm in and out of the tunnel...Sometimes several times in a single day! Ha ha... Many thanks for the props on my vocal. As I said above somewhere, I'm trying new things in particular, and trying to improve in general. Glad this works for you my friend! Be well! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

bud	bud said 192 days ago (May 17th, 2009)
	Great collab excellent work from all and a fine mix too. Pretty heady arrangement Mike - really going for the deep end. Cool track. Check out my latest song called try not to think

Calchas	Calchas said 191 days ago (May 17th, 2009)
	Thank you Kevin! I would have drowned in the deep end without my two water wings Alec and Daniel! Glad you enjoyed it my friend! Be well! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

ramonaji	ramonaji said 191 days ago (May 17th, 2009)
	Hello! This is great... I came for Lunatrick but I stayed for all of it! Great vocals!!!! Great song!!!! Check out my latest song called You Think You've Got it All?

Calchas	Calchas said 191 days ago (May 18th, 2009)
	Hi Ramona! Daniel's ALWAYS a treat isn't he? Glad you came by to check this out. Be well friend! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

lengold	lengold said 191 days ago (May 18th, 2009)
	This is beautiful Micheal and the addition of the strings makes it stand out even more. Downloaded. Thanks. Cheers Len Check out my latest song called Dodgy Doughnut

Calchas	Calchas said 191 days ago (May 18th, 2009)
	Thanks Len... I'm taking a break from all those taxing rockers! Ha ha... Friday I'll be posting another smoothie, then I've got to get cracking on some more rock tunes. I don't want folks to think I've gone soft! Glad you found it downloadable bro. Be well! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

ShadowofNine	ShadowofNine said 191 days ago (May 18th, 2009)
	Dang This is fabulous, what a cool piece, loved it and enjoyed my listen, lyrics shine...performances are great... Check out my latest song called Brothers and Sisters

Calchas	Calchas said 191 days ago (May 18th, 2009)
	Hello friend! Nice to see a new face! Glad you enjoyed this foray into the dimly lit halls of melancholia. Ha ha... Hey, I will try to check out some of your tunes this week. Be well! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

Doadars Uncle	Doadars Uncle said 191 days ago (May 18th, 2009)
	Too cool! Nice feel all the way through. Mike I like your vocalizations during the violin solo. The strings are sweet! Great lyrics. Dark. Check out my latest song called Capitalist's Drag

Calchas	Calchas said 191 days ago (May 18th, 2009)
	Well Doug... ...it's always a bit dark in the tunnel. RE the vocals: I'm experimenting a lot with my voice these days. Tired of same-old/same-old you know... Also doing more collabs than before. I'm liking the results a lot! Glad you enjoyed this my friend! Be well! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

Trillian

Trillian said 191 days ago (May 18th, 2009)

There is always light at the end of the tunnel....
..... otherwise its a cave. : ) This is absolutely wonderful, Big Bro, Daniel, and Alec!!! Mike, you're hitting the high notes very well on this, and I just floated away on your musical magic carpet. The lyrics really gave me pause - as human beings, we've all been there more than a time or two. "Footprints" (poem). And Daniel and Alec, your contributions really added key elements to the music's perfection! Kudos to the three of you!

Bob6stringer

Bob6stringer said 190 days ago (May 19th, 2009)

Blindsided me again!
I have to admit you slipped out on me when I was just getting to know you, and now you've slipped back and - again - I'm blindsided. But I have to give you credit for the little things (sideways-rhyming myopia and paranoia!) as well as the big things here. The "big" being an outstanding bit of songwriting and performance to match. Clean guitar on something like this requires a precision many of us (okay, I) have trouble with. And your voice is clear and strong. Some of the hummed harmonies in the background could come down a bit, although they're still done very well.

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blaky smith	blaky smith said 185 days ago (May 24th, 2009)
	Enjoyed! I love this. Once again a very nice piece to listen Michael, bravo... Check out my latest song called Sur le sable (w Jiguma)

bronco

bronco said 174 days ago (June 4th, 2009)

Loved it!
Michael,
Always fun to listen to one of your tunes. Aside from the thoughtful lyrics and interesting, well played music, I always hear our similar roots in one of your songs. Especially when they harken back to the fabulous days of psychedelic music. The chord progression and violin on this one had me thinking back to a rock festival in Baton Rouge in the summer of 1969. It's A Beautiful Day wowed me that day and this song did the same. Really great stuff here, loved it. Relic blew me away with the violin and you did likewise with the songwriting, vocals and guitar.

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Calchas

Calchas said 174 days ago (June 4th, 2009)

Tom!
It's been awhile bro!

I never did get to see "It's A Beautiful Day" live, but I really dug their music back then.

Alec's violin does evoke some old memories for me too. I was very lucky to get him and Daniel to play on this song.

I'm glad to see you posting again. There's just not enough Tom Bronco about these days for my tastes!

Be well friend!

Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME

shavingronaldscar	shavingronaldscar said 165 days ago (June 13th, 2009)
	damn man... well, enough has been said about this one already, but props! Check out my latest song called Way Down FIlth

Calchas	Calchas said 165 days ago (June 13th, 2009)
	Thanks so much Joachim! Nice of you to brave these waters unsolicited. Thanks again for the props. Be well friend! Check out my latest song called IT'S NOT THE SAME