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Saturday, May 16, 2009 

Category: Blogging
Al recently convinced our mutual friend Ed to have a bash at drumming with us - This excites me greatly, I can hardly wait to hear how our wee ditties will sound with another layer of cross rhythms *grins*

So, to break Ed in and allow us all to gel we have learned a few covers, namely:

Three of a Perfect Pair (King Crimson) - yes, we have actually learned it (even Doug, who has the 'joy' of playing Fripp's part) I may even be able to sing this one, though the 7/8 chorus is a bugger as it is, let alone with the challenge of singing added on top.

Shallow (Porcupine Tree) - Dumb drop-D riff nonsense. Its a fun tune to play (although a little cheesy to listen to imho) but its simple enough to let us focus on important things like band interplay and dynamics. A fun detour away from complexity before we attempt...

Schism (Tool) - Arg! What a bugger this tune turns out to be. Theres something in the realm of 40 time signature changes in its six minute running time, and although I've nailed most them, there remain 2 that fox me EVERY time *rages* However, I don't think I'm suffering as much as the others; Al is having trouble with his chops (too much Warr and not enough bass); Doug has been a touch pre-occupied with his finals (and thus I believe will have a bit of difficulty getting the changes right like myself, though Doug's ability likely surpasses my own when he actually has time to practice so hopefully he'll prove me wrong); and Ed... poor Ed has to tackle 4/4 and 6/4 at the same time (and at times 13/8) while navigating the changes and fills while directing the rest of us after a three year hiatus from the kit. He seems confident though, so I'm confident.

We'll also see what Ed makes of Interlock, the only original tune thats 'finished'.

Matt
12:19 PM
 
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