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Mr. Mirror Man - AndyG, Stoman, Cyclone, Groverk, Black Stratman, Errol

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At Christmas, though I am a hopeless guitarist at best, my wife bought me a beautiful 1968 12-String Gibson acoustic guitar. After the shock, I began strumming away and wanted to write a tune on it that in some way reflected the late 60s, early 70s era. Back then of course there was The Sandman, The Nowhere Man, Old Man and the Tin Man (I'm sure a bunch of others I'm not thinking of) so the song became the Mirror Man. I  posted a real rough demo with just me singing and the guitar. Somehow Andy saw something in it and was instrumental in actually making it sound like a song. His guidance through the whole process was sensational. Cyclone added much needed real acoustic playing before Bobby stepped up to the plate to add electric guitar magic. Then Ken capped it all off adding sensational drum tracks. As always, Steffen worked tirelessly and incredibly patiently to make the whole project come to life. He really is a very talented fellow. This to me was a wonderful collaboration and I feel privileged to be a part of it, never being a real musician myself. This is the longest post I have ever written so excuse my indulgence. A huge thanks to each of the guys.

Bass & Electric Piano - Andy G
Acoustic Guitar - Cyclone
Electric Guitars - Black Stratman
Drums - Groverk
Mixing - Steffen
Vocals & 12-String - Errol

Mirror Man (Lyrics Errol)
Who are you
Mr Mirror Man?
You hide from us all behind your glass wall
Just tell me what's your plan?

When you're alone
Do you disappear
Through a secret door from which you explore
An alternate new frontier
Mr Mirror Man, Mr Mirror Man

Do you reflect me
Or do I reflect you?
You move when I move
But who's following who?

Mr Mirror Man
As you turn your cheek
Do you battle back fears, fight your own tears
Are there dreams that you seek?

You look older than me
Mr Mirror Man
But are you so wise I can trust your advice
When you offer a helping hand?
Mr Mirror Man
« Last Edit: February 13, 2013, 08:46:44 PM by Errol »


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And this one rows perfectly in in the mentioned "man"songs, Errol!
Strong vocals and a very tight, transparent mix that supports all the tastefull contribution of the lined up players! :)


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This turned out great Errol.Thanks for letting me be a part of it.Can I be on your christmas list? :)
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The judge says "First offender?"
The woman says "No, first a Gibson, then a fender."


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Hey Errol,

Thanks for letting me be a part of this cool song, it's turned out nicely!!

I really enjoyed working with you and the guys on this one, it was a co-operative and pleasant collaboration. Good performances all around and a nice mix from Steffen.

Keep plugging away on that 12 string then :).

Andy
« Last Edit: February 14, 2013, 09:51:45 AM by AndyG6508 »


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HI Tim,

Im not sure being on Errol's Xmas list will help much :), but obviously he was on the right xmas list  :D.

Andy

Can I be on your christmas list? :)
Cyc"lone


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Thanks Henry for listening and the positive feedback.  :)

Tim and Andy, it was great having you involved. A real collaboration! If I can help you guys out in the future in some way, don't hesitate to ask.  ;)


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Hey Errol,

Great song, thanks for including my parts, a fine mix by Steffen polishes off this song really well. Enjoyed jamming with you all on this one  8)

Until the next time cheers
 
Bobby


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Hey Errol,

Great song, thanks for including my parts, a fine mix by Steffen polishes off this song really well. Enjoyed jamming with you all on this one  8)

Until the next time cheers
 
Bobby

It was an honour to have you on-board for this. You gave the song just what it needed. Thanks so much.
Cheers back at ya!
Errol  :)


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I said it on Facebook, and I'll say it here too - GREAT job by all!   8)

And especially to you Errol - you really shine...  :) 
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I said it on Facebook, and I'll say it here too - GREAT job by all!   8)

And especially to you Errol - you really shine...  :) 

Means a lot to me. Thank you very much, Bill.  :)



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love this tune.
it seems like this could be on the Time/Life singer-songwriter collection.
another great job.
rock-n-roll ain't pretty --- that's why they picked us to play it.
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Thank you very much guys. Love getting feedback - partticularly when it is positive!  ;D  Again, thanks!
Errol


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Woot woot! This song will be played on Kill Radio, Monday the 4th of Jan between 8 & 9pm Pacific Time! http://killradio.org/


 

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