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Title: Chasing My Tail - The Cuzns
Post by: Farrell Jackson on August 02, 2021, 04:54:31 PM
Update and new mix: I've added more backing vocals and Ron Bowes added an intro blues harp.

Another one for the Cuzns' song portfolio.
Credits:
Farrell Jackson - Songwriter, Tele crunch rhythm gtr, Tele Tremolo gtr, Tele Sub N Up pedal (organ sound), SansAmp lead guitar solo, harmony gtrs, all vocals, and mix. Zoom drums.
Ron Bowes - Fuzz lead guitar solo and intro blues harp.
Lorne Reid - Bass and outro solo guitar.
LANDR - Mastering.
Chasing My Tail
(Intro harp solo)
(V1) I remember when we first met
I really thought our paths were set
(Chr) Chasing my tail
Round and round
You've got me chasing my tail...
(V2) I'm dizzy, don't know what to do
It's time to be done with you
(Chr) Chasing my tail
Round and round
You've got me chasing my tail...
(FJ solo)
(Brdg) Now that I've come to my senses
No more honey do's
I see the world through different lenses
It's time to fly the coup...
Our ship is sinking fast
No more honey don'ts
If our love was meant to last
Why did you leave me alone...alone...alone?
(Ron solo)
(Chr ) (FJ harmony guitars)
(V3) I need to stop thinking about you
And put on my travelin' boots
(Repeat Brdg)
(Lorne outro solo to fade)
Farrell Jackson © 7-31-21
Title: Re: Chasing My Tail - The Cuzns
Post by: Ray Brookes on August 02, 2021, 05:17:17 PM
These rock tracks you guys produce are first class, Farrell. Great writing, great production and great performances by all involved. Not only super rock but also some excellent unexpected chords changes that work so well.
Title: Re: Chasing My Tail - The Cuzns
Post by: maxit on August 03, 2021, 11:10:22 AM
I agree with Ray, cool chord sequence, a lot of fun and fantasy, cool riffs everywhere, magnific bright sounds from all the Cuzns!  Really it reminds me of the best WHO, the genius of Townshend, things like that !
Title: Re: Chasing My Tail - The Cuzns
Post by: Zoltan on August 03, 2021, 11:35:58 AM
This is a great one! There's lots of things going on, and you manage to keep the song always changing yet also catchy! The choruses had an 80's vibe to them. I kept thinking 80's movies. The bridge was another strong part. Interesting lyrics also.
Title: Re: Chasing My Tail - The Cuzns
Post by: Redler on August 03, 2021, 09:15:58 PM
A real toe tapper!!! The rhythm guitar has a Thorogood vibe, imo...

Excellent playing and singing!
Title: Re: Chasing My Tail - The Cuzns
Post by: thetworegs on August 04, 2021, 01:14:33 AM
Good one Farrel love the tones on those leads and that excellent chug pulling the song along  .... Like the rest of us I spend most of my life chasing my tail
Title: Re: Chasing My Tail - The Cuzns
Post by: Mike_S on August 04, 2021, 03:45:03 PM
Brilliant Farrell. I like the organ type sound you used on the Tele, that really stands out and gives a lot of character. But this is a barnstorming track. Great vocal performance and I love those lead tones and playing on the outro. Well done all.

Mike
Title: Re: Chasing My Tail - The Cuzns
Post by: Pru on August 05, 2021, 01:02:06 AM
super rocking track! that harmonica in the intro is great and some fab guitar playing! wish I could play guitar like that. i like the words/lyrics too
Title: Re: Chasing My Tail - The Cuzns
Post by: DarrenG / The Devil's Toupee on August 05, 2021, 05:35:49 AM
Love it. Superb rock track. The updates and mix sound brilliant.
Title: Re: Chasing My Tail - The Cuzns
Post by: Bishmanrock on August 05, 2021, 10:24:31 AM
Cracking track, really bright and lively production on it too
Title: Re: Chasing My Tail - The Cuzns
Post by: Ferryman_1957 on August 06, 2021, 03:56:59 AM
Another great rocker  Farrell, you guys really have a great groove going. I really liked the guitar work on this, particularly the fuzz lead and your solo. They really add a great edge to this tight little rocker.
Title: Re: Chasing My Tail - The Cuzns
Post by: tonyc on August 06, 2021, 12:03:47 PM
rockin rocker farrell , a real toe tapper . superb ....cheers tony cee
Title: Re: Chasing My Tail - The Cuzns
Post by: Groundy on August 06, 2021, 12:32:00 PM
Mwow, Farrell, this is brilliant, so professional, well done.... Alex
Title: Re: Chasing My Tail - The Cuzns
Post by: Mach on August 06, 2021, 08:50:30 PM
No more honey do's
No more honey dont's


Where have I heard that before :-X

Well this just rocks right outta the park fellas. Great job and great mix.
I see you used a SansAmp. Is that the Tech 21 Tube Pedal?

Mach
Title: Re: Chasing My Tail - The Cuzns
Post by: StephenM on August 06, 2021, 11:51:22 PM
oh my goodness... that harmonica mixed low in there...has hints of that proggy flute in Tull...love that..but overall the track has that progressive rock style chord process that could be reminiscent of my favorite band Kansas...and that is pretty great to me..

this rocks a ton and has all the elements of great rock...energy, skill, killer guitar, solid drums and bass...excellent vocals...
love it a ton
Title: Re: Chasing My Tail - The Cuzns
Post by: Farrell Jackson on August 07, 2021, 07:50:35 AM
Quote from: Mach on August 06, 2021, 08:50:30 PMNo more honey do's
No more honey dont's


Where have I heard that before :-X

Well this just rocks right outta the park fellas. Great job and great mix.
I see you used a SansAmp. Is that the Tech 21 Tube Pedal?

Mach

It is the SansAmp Tech 21 Pedal. It's a great pedal to use when the neighborhood is too noisy to mic up an amp. Thanks Mach!