Dont Bring Me Down

Finally, I got the interent yesturday. Just needed to share that with everyone. Its James here by the way. New working version of song #7 "Dont Bring Me Down". Enjoy. I want steak. I want it now. Feed me steak.

Lyrics:

I have been here before, but i cant make sense of it all
And who wrote the story?, cuase my part ain't there anymore
Where am i going now?, And why did they push me out?

The words may have drained from the pencil, but i can still say it out loud
And it only seems fair that i mention, they dont know what they're talking about
And so i wish you well, you make the choice

But dont bring me down with you
Dont bring me down
Dont bring me down with you
Dont bring me down

Where are you going now?, Looks like they pushed you out.

High Over Nothing........finally!

Today's video isn't really a video - it's just a song with repeating titles. The reason being is that I tried to add a load of photos as a bit of a slideshow, but they were all woefully inappropriate considering the mood of the song! So.... anyway.... rambling aside....to get straight to the..... point....

Our good friend Sam wrote these lyrics some time ago, and she and James put together an acoustic version of this song maybe two years ago. And so, as part of Sam's birthday present, we decided to give High Over Nothing a makeover, and more detailed arrangement. And turn it into a six minute song, from about two :)

Here it is....

NB This song was actually recorded some time ago, but I couldn't post it until Sam had actually received it :)

You & Me.... (& A Ukulele)

Okay, so it hasn't quite been a song a day just yet....

But in my defence, I've been busy trying to salvage my dissertation! James, on the other hand, has all the time in the world.... but no internet just yet.

We're trying to rectify these problems, so in the mean time here is a short sketch I wrote the other day.

Apologies for the poor quality, out-of-tune uke and buzzing noise. This is because I was at an awkward angle, the uke won't stay in tune and someone was ringing the door bell.... but the uke has a frog on it. look at the little froggy! look!



Et.....VOILA!

Two videos in one day?! Le BB is really spoiling us!

Today's song would have been ready at about 1pm if not for this....

Three Big Cheers! James is here!

Hey y'all!

James turned up today, and we were able to create the first collaborative effort of the Song A Day project. And it was just wunderbar everybody. Just wunderbar. James's initial idea was an epic ballad about someone who went to a diner but was served a burger without ketchup, and as a result was forced into a journey of undetermined duration to buy a microwave and sauce.

After some discussion, we decided to write a simple call-and-response tune. We tried to record it live but it took about half an hour, because one of us couldn't stop giggling. So we recorded it in one take, then lipsynced and used our mad acting skillz instead.

The song is based on James's journey to my house, and all the trials which ensued. I think you'll agree that it is heart-breaking.

James, you got here late today / I thought that it was yesterday
Could you not find a place to park? / I had to park around the block
I thought we said we'd meet at noon / I txt to say I'd be there soon
I've got a busy schedule / Just cancel like you said you will...

But now you're finally here, my fears just disappeared Let's give up three big cheers:

Woo hoo hoo!

You didn't meet me at the door / This house has got like twenty floors
Well even so, you took a while / You know that rushing's not my style
Let's get to work, just you and me / Hang on a sec, I need to wee........
You took a while on the bog.......... Shut up James, let's rock this blog!

Cos now you're finally here, my fears all disappeared, Let's give up three big cheers:

Woo hoo hoo! Woo hoo hoo!

Etc....

Outtakes to follow....

I am Busy McBusyson

Yo-la,

I haven't written since Thursday as I've been super-busy, then sick and tired. Stupid uni work. Grr at it. Anyway, this is just a quick little ditty today, as I've got work very shortly. Sound quality isn't terribly good as I was trying to sort out the audio drivers so it would all go in sync. didn't really work - the latency just creeps in. It's like they just get tired after a while - anyone else get this?

Anyway, here it is: provisionally titled "Through Today", reflective of my current exhaustion I think. Caffeine, anyone?

Song 2. Woohoo!

Evenin' all,

Today's song is an upbeat little number about an unusual ant. Inspiration for lyrics comes from Jennifer Smith. So blame her. I've put the lyrics in below because I rushed it and I dont' think the vocals are very clear. This'll be a much swifter process when I can just use the digimatal camera. Anyhoo....

I'm not the biggest, or the strongest ant you'll meet
But I make up for it by the lightness of my feet,
I flit about the colony, my step as light as air
When hungry monsters come to eat, well I just won't be there.
I pirouette, escape the threat, I leap just like a ninja, and that's why.....

Not all ants fear the aardvark.

I learned my skills in the hills of samurai Japan
I trained in aikido, kendo, judo, jujitsu, origami, kung fu and shotokan.
Now I jump and vault and somersault, no other ant comes close
So when that hungry beast arrives, I'll vanish like a ghost
I pirouette, escape the threat, I leap just like a ninja, and that's why....

Not all ants fear the aardvark. Not all ants fear the aardvark. Not all ants fear the aardvark. Not all ants fear the aardvark....

Please Stand By....

We are currently experiencing technical difficulties.

Thank you for your patience.

A Song A Day with Bad Betty is currently experiencing technical difficulties. Please hold.

So, last night it was the wireless router's outright refusal to let me online, and today a corrupted memory card prevents me from uploading the first two songs. Very dull.
However, I've ordered a new card which should be here in a couple of days and can start uploading videos from then on. I recorded a short song today on a ukulele, about nothing in particular. I like it!
Anyway, I'll keep the blog updated while I wait for delivery of a new SD card.
All the best musical vloggers start off this way, I'm told.
It's just so frustrating because, for once, I've actually done something I said I would do!
Anyway. I'll be back.

Buongiorno tutti,

Normally, a Sunday would be a great day to start this project, as I do my best to fill it with complete indolence and toast. However, today is my good friend Sam's birthday, and I am currently working on her present. While, technically, it would qualify for inclusion, being an original creative....thing.... there is a slight chance she may see this post, and as such it would totally ruin it for her!
So, in conclusion, there's nothing to see here. This was a bit of a waste of text and webspace, but there we go. I think it's important to write every day, even if it's only to make excuses as to why I haven't done anything :)
I'll probably include details of this thing I'm doing today once Sam has seen it, but for now....
Well, watch this space until tomorrow I guess!
Ciao!