Next Up on the Musical Horizon
After several months of working on the production and release of Dust of the American Pixel, I am happy to say I am moving on to the next series of musical projects. “Pixel” represents to me a milestone of sorts creatively and it was something I HAD to complete before moving on. But, honestly, I am kinda glad it’s over and done with. It had so many long-since discarded legacy elements to it in terms of songs and production techniques that it was incredibly challenging to maintain its shape and scope. Its thematic nature meant all of these creative constraints became manifest, things like what instruments could be used, what lyrical themes could be explored and what effects could be applied. I love it, I love the final product and it sold well enough to pay for itself. I learned tons on the manufacturing side as well. But I’m also glad that the time has arrived where I can cast aside that sonic palette and move on.
So what’s next?
In the next couple of days I will be releasing a new track called “Uri Geller’s Spoon”. This is a departure from “Pixel” in a substantial way. This piece is total Britpop. It rocks. Guitar layers and an actual storyline, which I haven’t done lyrically in a while. Is this the new sonic direction? I dunno. In the words of Dr. Jones, I’m just making this up as I go along. What I am hoping is that this represents a return to churning out tunes on a monthly basis once again.
On other musical fronts, I am currently recording with young Andy Weeks, a recording artist from West Palm who has a knack for writing nifty tunes. I have recorded him many times before, but this time he has partnered up with a fantastic drummer and the songs are really band orientated. I’m hoping that will conclude in the next month.
I also will begin recording again with Shawn Snyder this week on a new song of his that has some video plans attached to it. I’m sure many of Shawn’s fans will be anxious to hear this new material. All I can tell you is that I have heard the song and it’s an upbeat departure from the stuff on Romantic’s Requiem. I’m pretty sure his fans will be surprised by the direction.
Lastly, Chorderoy is up there in Boston doing their thing, playing around town and selling copies of The Playground EP. I understand that they have a substantial tour planned for the Spring and Summer, so as those plans solidify I will be sure to relay them.
That’s it from my end of the musical spectrum. Did I mention that someone solved the PIXELBOMB Puzzle? Well, dear friend Kylewilliam only solved the first part. There is more. Hassle him by email and he’ll probably give you the answer to the video “Query”. That is all…
GZ
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