Goodness comes to those who vibrate
Michael’s Drums 6 2009-10 — Jason Greenwalt recordings from 2000 / 2001 In the winter of 2000 Potomac Dawn was in production. Vance, who wanted to feature local musicians in the film’s soundtrack, invited Jason Greenwalt to record a song for use in the Conner/Summer music store dance scene of Potomac Dawn. Jason, his girlfriend and several others met … Read more
Michael’s Drums 5 2003-2004 Updates Many more studio goodies have arrived: Several new mics, mic pres, and effects equipment, in addition to new recording and mastering software on both pc and mac. New tools are *so* much fun. And, it’s so nice that all this stuff shows up in the passive voice! Meanwhile, here’s a … Read more
Michael’s Drums 4 More studio pics 1 Nov 2001 Got the second mac installed. The first mac never appeared, as it was an early-on ebay scam. We were right at the front-edge of the ebay “guarantee” and validation of sellers…a little too bloody on the front-edge… Yes, we were ramping-up for some big (for us) … Read more
Michael’s Drums 3 Pics of soundroom / studio 30 Jan 2001 Bunch of Behringer transistorized and tube gear (March 2025 that has since become somewhat sought after LOL). The ADAT was supposedly used by the band “311”, but maybe that was ebay / internet baloney. Intermetro metal wire racks. Door-as-tabletop. Filing cabinets. Track lighting. 10 … Read more
Michael’s Drums 2 9 Jan 2001 updates Xmas brought a large LP cowbell, a Zildjian large/low ice bell, a LP (green plastic) jam block, and an LP cowbell rack. Sweet. Nothing beats the spirit of giving; receiving comes close, though. Through an unusual chain of events last year, I met a friend of an employee … Read more
Michael’s Drums – Index An ongoing series, for the joy of drumming Part 1 — Start someplace… Part 2 — 9 Jan 2001 Part 3 — Pics of soundroom / studio 30 Jan 2001 Part 4 — More studio pics 1 Nov 2001 Part 5 — 2003 – 2004 Part 6 — 2009-10 — Jason … Read more
Michael’s Drums 1 Sometimes maybe often the whole point is simply in joy itself. This is for my friends who’ve asked over the years about my drums. Initial pix/txt taken/written 13Jan2000. Updated routinely. March 2025 — When I started playing drums back in 1975 or so, half the people alive today were not yet alive … Read more
Hits From 1976 That You Still Hear All The Time Sky Rockets in Flight / Afternoon Delight – lyrics influenced by menu at Clydes restaurant in Georgetown, Washington DC Boys Are Back In Town – Thin Lizzy (though they had many hits, not forgotten) Play That Funky Music – Wild Cherry Turn the Beat Around … Read more
Rikki Dont Lose That Number Solo Explained Rick Beato Skunk Baxter Jeff “Skunk” Baxter’s guitar solo on Steely Dan’s “Rikki Don’t Lose That Number” is a prime example of his sophisticated yet tasteful approach to lead guitar, blending jazz, rock, and blues influences. Let’s break down the music theory behind his solo: 1. Key and … Read more
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