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(17 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)

Yippee ki-yay-yea!!!

Wishing you many yellings at. smile

Grah1 wrote:

You win tonights star prize Jim love the words

Ditto!

I wish I could gather words together as well as you.

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(12 replies, posted in Songwriting)

It's really kind of timeless in that, most folks probably go through this type of thought process as they come to grips with the fact that their time here on this blue ball is approaching it's conclusion.

Very well written Graham

mekidsmom wrote:

Here's my favorite rooster ... you can see he's got a bit more growing to do yet:

https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/13321866_10209533602235555_6002965817991392236_n.jpg?oh=96c743032f626af9f10b6c6e3fd9b2ac&oe=57D1FCB8
So yeah, if you've got eggs and want to bring them along, we'll certainly appreciate them, and will be more than happy to cook ya breakfast! smile

Love the markings on your rooster. He looks a bit like a young Bald Eagle. He just needs a longer and more hooked beak.

No problem. Unless laying comes to a screeching halt all of the sudden, I'll bring along a couple dozen eggs. There's about a 10 dozen excess right now and they show no sign of slowing down.

You have chickens now?  Guess I won't need to bring eggs with me this year.

And yeah, Perry County (where the camp is located) is the self proclaimed home of rednecks in the area. Nothing wrong with a pleasingly plump redneck. smile

Baldguitardude wrote:

Jan are we allowed multiple submissions per song per month?

Feeling creative tonight? smile

I wouldn't see why not. It's not like it's a competition where everyone is reaching for the Gold Ring.

mekidsmom wrote:
unclejoesband wrote:

I don't know JJJ. Sounds to me like we're being set up. smile

  http://www.desismileys.com/smileys/desismileys_2456.gif  http://www.desismileys.com/smileys/desismileys_4557.gif  Nah, I think my humor is just "off" a little.  LOL!

I don't know???

I was having visions of exotic dancers on a stage where the barn used to be.  http://www.desismileys.com/smileys/desismileys_1587.gif

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(57 replies, posted in Bands and artists)

Tenement Funster wrote:

Another great group I've never heard of ... good stuff, BGD. Keep 'em coming!

The started out as basically a Grateful Dead cover band back in the 80's and grew into their own sound. The lead guitar player, Trey Anastasio, played with Dead & Co last year for the 5 "Fare Thee Well Tour" shows.

459

(10 replies, posted in Guitars and accessories)

I've never used pedals but my brother loves the cry baby.

460

(8 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)

Hi Bill! Thanks for stopping by to let us know you're still around. smile

mekidsmom wrote:

I should be able to hook you up with a DD for one night if need be.  wink

Roger Guppy wrote:

Hooking up with DD for one night sound like an indecent proposal lol

Roger

mekidsmom wrote:
unclejoesband wrote:

Yes and No respectively.

Well then, more cookies and butt for you!  http://www.desismileys.com/smileys/desismileys_3518.gif


mekidsmom wrote:
joeyjoeyjoey wrote:

So far. I am a definite yes. The Trout may not be coming. She is now working.



No problem!  More butt for you too!  tongue 

(I'm not being fresh... we'll be smoking pork butt)



I don't know JJJ. Sounds to me like we're being set up. smile

Great renditions.

Guess I better get my fanny in gear and learn this. smile

mekidsmom wrote:

Correct me if I'm wrong, but we have big fat YES's from these folks:

UJB (bringing your lady friend with you by chance?)

Yes and No respectively.

Nice Amy!  http://www.desismileys.com/smileys/desismileys_3256.gif

You can add this one to your repertoire now.

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(13 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)

joeyjoeyjoey wrote:

I am slowly incorporating the Toyota with the Ernie Ball sticker into the pictures instead of the bread machine.

That's not working for me.  The bread machine has long been associated with your new guitars. If it ain't broke, don't fix it. smile

Happy NGD!

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(15 replies, posted in About Chordie)

Roger Guppy wrote:

The Middle Earth Moderator.

I like it!


Gimli wrote:

Give your name horsemaster, and I shall give you mine

Eomer wrote:

I would cut of your head.....Dwarf,  if stood but a little higher from the ground.

Yeah, I'm a LOTR geek too.  smile

467

(13 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)

Might not be quite as appropriate or as well received on your side of the pond but Woody Guthrie's This Land Is Your Land is a great sing-a-long over here.

One of the original American folk artists.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XaI5IRuS2aE

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(7 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)

KevinRK wrote:

UJB, You might discount this, and I wouldn't blame you, but back in the 70's when I was serving in the military, I purchased new a Yamaha 12-string. I can't remember if I bought it while overseas or during a stint I pulled in Colorado. What prompted my post is that the pictures you posted show the exact pattern of circles around the body sound hole that mine had. In fact, upon seeing it, I could have sworn that it ended up sold off down the line. I did sell it, but don't remember to whom. The rear pattern. is a bit more decorative than mine was (solid color). I wouldn't think that I'd be out of line if I said that it may have been a more expensive Yamaha model than the one I bought. Mind you, that was back in the 70's, and that WOULD be a long time for a guitar to hang around. But it sounded really nice and played well. I grew to know it well since, being active military, we didn't have a lot of room for possessions, so when I wanted a guitar I bought a sturdy reliable 12, and it WAS that. I think at the time I paid a price of around $275 for it. Converted to today's figures, it was more than I could afford, but what else does one spend his monthly allowance on serving in the military!!

Yamaha was my first thought when I went to look at it.

The 3 piece back made me think of the 70's Martins (and others) when they were using up the last of the Brazilian Rosewood and didn't have any pieces large enough to do a 2 piece. I thought someone here with more experience buying and selling may have come across that type of number that's on the block. It's not that big a deal if I can't find out what it is. It sounds great and it was really cheap at $45.00.

Sorry Zurf. Never gave a guitar a name and don't see that changing. smile

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(7 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)

I found this on craigslist yesterday. There was a pic of the front and back in the ad. It looked like solid wood and it intrigued me so I went to have a look. Seeing it first hand, it did appear to be all solid wood and the price was right so I brought it home.

There is no name on the headstock and I can see where there used to be a label on the inside but it's gone. What I assume is a model number is on the heel block and what might be a logo stamped above it. A search of the number gave me hint that it might be a Gamma, which I have never heard of, but further digging on that name only turned up bass guitars. It has an adjustable bridge which, I believe, was only used for a short time in the 70's on some Japanese guitars. I'm not that well versed on these matters so I could be completely off base. The top binding and one ring of the rosette appear to be pearl or Abalone. I don't know the difference and again, I could be totally wrong about both.

Even with 18 year old strings (the guy told me that's how long it's been in the closet) it sounds incredible. I'm cleaning it up right now and can't wait to hear what it sounds like with new strings.

Anyone have any idea what I bought?

Here's a link to the album I made. And here are a couple picks from that album.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/25135718@ … 566168683/

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7645/27075457072_99e726391e_z.jpgP1020124 by unclejoesband, on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7336/26564682904_05bdd7d524_z.jpgP1020126 by unclejoesband, on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7657/26566178553_024a02b108_z.jpgP1020128 by unclejoesband, on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7658/26896364560_240f71c987_z.jpgP1020130 by unclejoesband, on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7039/26566168683_9e8a8d0432_z.jpgP1020143 by unclejoesband, on Flickr

Here is the number on the heel block. I'd be willing to bet that the 9 85 was when it was made.

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7452/26896363500_98394feea1_z.jpgP1020133 by unclejoesband, on Flickr

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(3 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)

I had a similar experience last summer.

I went to meet Zurf and topdown at a campground along the Potomac River in Md. I had to go to the campground office to find out where they were parked because t hey were off sampling some adult beverages when I got there. I set up my tent which only took about 10 minutes. Figured I might as well get the guitar out and play a bit while I waited. A couple walked by while I was strumming Melissa and complimented on how nice it sounded. About an hour later a camp employee rode up on a golf cart and I thought; Oh no, I'm not really registered here. Wonder if I'm in trouble? She walked over and asked if she could take my picture.

I occasionally wonder what she did with it. Am I in one of there brochures now?

mojo01 wrote:

https://soundcloud.com/mojo01/billy-joe
well I butchered another one  for better or worse heres my go at it


So what's wrong with that. I think it sounds great. http://www.desismileys.com/smileys/desismileys_3256.gif

CCR - Down on the Corner

Nice!!  http://www.desismileys.com/smileys/desismileys_1017.gif

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(474 replies, posted in Bands and artists)

Sweeeeeeeeeeeeeet!

475

(10 replies, posted in My local band and me)

Love this song! I was fortunate to have heard Jerry do it back in the day.

Beautifully done!

I may have to work on it now; after I get Brokedown Palace done.