1,076 Reply by Phill Williams

(2 replies, posted in Guitars and accessories)

Hi jiasmith, welcome to Chordie. First off, if you have a question you'd get more help by starting your own thread. I've attempted to move your post but messed up somehow. Don't worry I'll get it sorted. Oh and sorry I can't answer your questions.     

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1,077 Reply by Phill Williams

(3 replies, posted in Poems)

Thank you both, yes they are thought's that most if not all us old cronies get at some point, Peatle, and I've done a couple of songs in this ilk myself Graham mainly in the theme of remembering past love...so I'm a romantic?... don't tell the wife!!!!lol

Creaking bones, failing eyesight, beer belly, all stuff that's developed since I retired, enough to do another poem or song?     

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1,078 Topic by Phill Williams

(3 replies, posted in Poems)

The first lines were in my head as I woke this morning and I've added to it as new bits came to me. I'm sorry if it's a bit morose but I've been to a funeral this last week and I'm expecting at least another one soon.

Age Concern?   by Phill Williams

I was in that twilight zone.
Between sweet dreams and ice cold day....

I wake from dreams of running,
Jumping,
Swimming.
And playing games; of loving and of sunny days.

Then as I leave my bed...

With the first pain of aching bones.
I tell myself “you're an old man now...face it”
I limp to that horrid, reflecting glass
Reminder...
And look into it's cruel truth.
The face that stares defiantly back at me
As it has for almost 70 years.
I was once; cuddly, then handsome. Then distinguished.
Now lined and scarred and tired.
Still believing, or wishing my life would go on...
A little longer...or a lot longer.

60 years ago; everyone older looked ancient!
Yet still believing they would always be there.
And when I reached their age...they were gone
And one day so will I.
Who will miss me?
Keep me in your mind and I will never truly die.
As the faces in my past remain alive inside my mind. 

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1,079 Reply by Phill Williams

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

Peatle Jville wrote:

Take the famous Handel who wrote Handels  Messiah sung by choirs all around the world. A bizarre incident in 1704 might have seen Handel's composing career cut tragically short after a set-to with fellow composer Johann Mattheson. The two had a duel over who should conduct their orchestra., Mattheson almost killed Handel with his sword, which fortunately struck a button on Handel's chest rather than the chest itself.

I've been in bands where disagreements erupted into violence, mainly handbags at dawn....whoever dawn was!!! But never proding with sharp stuff.
I was once in a band where I was tasked with choosing the next song, long sets 9 till 1 am. Then the bassists girlfriend shouted out "why does he have to pick the songs?" Yoko Ono moment? I moved to bass after that and he moved to Liverpool and became a copper...go figure?     

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1,080 Reply by Phill Williams

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

I can spell it too.....I T     

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1,081 Reply by Phill Williams

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It's great to be part of something so amazing. Well done and congratulations on being the go to guy when others drop out. It must be grand to be part of such a worthy cause.     

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1,082 Reply by Phill Williams

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

Nice one Richard, looks like you had a lot of fun.     

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1,083 Reply by Phill Williams

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

do you feel better now you've got that off your chest? most band disagreements arise when there are more than one dominant personalities.  often people that are meek at the beginning turn into the "one who must be obeyed" even if they cant play or write, been there done that, became solo!     

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1,084 Reply by Phill Williams

(10 replies, posted in About Chordie)

mrkite, you seem to have managed it this time, welcome to the forums     

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1,085 Reply by Phill Williams

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

Several sayings come to mind; grab the bull by the horns, never look a gift horse in the mouth, etc, etc!

Sounds like one of those rags to riches film plots. Go for it and enjoy the ride.     

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1,086 Reply by Phill Williams

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

Agreed     

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1,087 Reply by Phill Williams

(2 replies, posted in Poems)

Nice one Beamer, made me smile with the imagery, full of double meanings. Must have been fun to write and perform when it's done.     

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1,088 Reply by Phill Williams

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

mojo01 wrote:

thinking there is a country song in her shadylips ….maybe.

any way most of my songs start out a single line that usualy comes to me out of the blue and then build around it. 9 times out of ten it gets changed around in the end. I allways have trouble with coming up with a chorus  for a song why  many of mine do not have one. and that brings me around to what I am working on now , a line hit me the other day made a few adjustments and now have  a great chorus I think. now  need to build around it which opposite of what I usualy do .

Same with me, a line hits me, I write it down, if I can, then when I go to work on it... subsequent lines are a different measure, so the first line gets changed!
I then struggle to find a chorus. My two main sources are failed songs and a young feller called Jim, he's always good for a chorus.. aren't you Jim?
Now that you mention it "her shadylip" does get the creative juices bubbling!     

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1,089 Reply by Phill Williams

(2 replies, posted in About Chordie)

Hi mactuan welcome to Chordie. As a drummer you'll most likely be aware that musicians whatever they play need help and advice somewhere along the line, you'll find that here in abundance. Good luck and don't be a stranger.     

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1,090 Reply by Phill Williams

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Hey Beamer and I would like to wish you a glorious New Year. I also hope your problems from last year shrivel to insignificance and you can get on with your new life while still getting good access to your boys.
Glad to hear your induction into poetworld went well and good luck with getting a band together, look forward to hearing some tracks.     

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1,091 Reply by Phill Williams

(1 replies, posted in Songwriting)

a great song Jim and a great rendition, congrats to you both. this could go far given the right promotion.     

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1,092 Reply by Phill Williams

(6 replies, posted in Acoustic)

hi Spike, welcome "finally" to Chordie forums. thanks for telling us about your amp, it would also be nice to hear about who you are what and  where you play etc. you are also invited to ask and give advice. see you soon?     

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1,093 Reply by Phill Williams

(3 replies, posted in About Chordie)

thanks bjb, welcome to Chordie forums, we are always glad to see members input, conversation and hopefully learn a little more about yourself and what you play. why not pop down to "chat" and share.     

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1,094 Reply by Phill Williams

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

Thanks to all of you for your greetings and well wishes. His name is ( at the moment, anyway) Elijah Harry Kelley, his father's family being very religious, his name being Joshua! Harry after my granddaughter's late grandfather. I asked if it was after Elijah Woods and I just got funny looks! And yes a great way to bring in the new year.
Blwyddyn newydd dda I chwi gud, that's Welsh for happy new year to you all.     

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1,095 Topic by Phill Williams

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I was woken at 7.00am Christmas morning by a phone call announcing the birth of my great grandson at 6.15 that day....just thought you'd like to hear some good news for once. 

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1,096 Reply by Phill Williams

(4 replies, posted in Songwriting)

Happy new year Jim, I see you've started the new year in great form. I've sung it over in my mind and it works well, I love the sentiments cos you're describing how Ann and I met and fell in love 40 years ago, and still are I hasten to add.

Great song my friend, I will give it a go when I have time.     

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1,097 Reply by Phill Williams

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JJJ, You beat me to it. Wishing you, your family and our extended Chordie family a prosperous and joyful new year and decade.     

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1,098 Reply by Phill Williams

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

Hi Camry, welcome and rant as much as you like as long as you keep it clean! I've been solo for around 30 years after playing lead, bass and vocals in bands before that. I'd love to step into a band again but no youngsters are gonna sign up a 68 year old?
Good luck and let us know how you get on     

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1,099 Reply by Phill Williams

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

Soooo cruel Roger, I think you have a great vocal on this one!!! Viva la revolution     

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1,100 Reply by Phill Williams

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

Been missing you Bill, big kiss to Dondra, and wish you a healthy and happy Christmas and New year     

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