Title: Cheap Tech Writer (ZZ Top Parody)
Post by: Vanncad on June 24, 2009, 10:13:01 AM
Post by: Vanncad on June 24, 2009, 10:13:01 AM
Another parody about my job.
Title: Re: Cheap Tech Writer (ZZ Top Parody)
Post by: Frank53 on June 24, 2009, 10:22:20 AM
Post by: Frank53 on June 24, 2009, 10:22:20 AM
Man, this is excellent! Weird Al would be proud. I love a good parody. You have the ZZ Top style down. Well done.
Frank
Frank
Title: Re: Cheap Tech Writer (ZZ Top Parody)
Post by: Geir on June 24, 2009, 12:41:22 PM
Post by: Geir on June 24, 2009, 12:41:22 PM
Hardly a parody .. it's TOO GOOD !!!!
Brilliant man !!
Brilliant man !!
Title: Re: Cheap Tech Writer (ZZ Top Parody)
Post by: SharksDontSleep on June 24, 2009, 11:43:48 PM
Post by: SharksDontSleep on June 24, 2009, 11:43:48 PM
Again, beautiful guitars. This time the drums are particularly good too.
Are these BR-600 drums or do you use software?
Also is the bass sounds a BR-600 simulation patch? Just interested in a geeky sort of way?
You haven't let us down yet, another stunning tune.
Are these BR-600 drums or do you use software?
Also is the bass sounds a BR-600 simulation patch? Just interested in a geeky sort of way?
You haven't let us down yet, another stunning tune.
Title: Re: Cheap Tech Writer (ZZ Top Parody)
Post by: The Reverend 48 on June 25, 2009, 05:04:06 AM
Post by: The Reverend 48 on June 25, 2009, 05:04:06 AM
Loved it!
Title: Re: Cheap Tech Writer (ZZ Top Parody)
Post by: Vanncad on June 25, 2009, 09:08:33 PM
Post by: Vanncad on June 25, 2009, 09:08:33 PM
gingerjack - The drums are BR600. I found the drum tab on the net and used the rhythm editor to program the patterns. I put them all together into an arrangement and Volia! - instant ZZ Top. The Bass is either "Loose Bass" or "Tight Bass" sim . I can't remember which one, but I always use one or the other. I've got to find a cheap bass one of these days.
PS - If I can find where I saved the drum arrangement, I will post it up here for people to jam on.
48 - Thanks man, glad you liked it.
PS - If I can find where I saved the drum arrangement, I will post it up here for people to jam on.
48 - Thanks man, glad you liked it.
Title: Re: Cheap Tech Writer (ZZ Top Parody)
Post by: launched on June 25, 2009, 09:22:35 PM
Post by: launched on June 25, 2009, 09:22:35 PM
This ZZ tune used to be a daily play for me - so this "parody" was quite a thrill! It was done so well it could be used as a backing track for somebody to sing over.
You da man!
Mark
You da man!
Mark
Title: Re: Cheap Tech Writer (ZZ Top Parody)
Post by: guitarron on June 26, 2009, 06:51:22 AM
Post by: guitarron on June 26, 2009, 06:51:22 AM
heard this on the other br site
still love it-top shelf
still love it-top shelf
Title: Re: Cheap Tech Writer (ZZ Top Parody)
Post by: Kody on June 28, 2009, 01:53:42 PM
Post by: Kody on June 28, 2009, 01:53:42 PM
OMG!! What a jam!! LOL!
Title: Re: Cheap Tech Writer (ZZ Top Parody)
Post by: AndyR on June 29, 2009, 03:35:41 PM
Post by: AndyR on June 29, 2009, 03:35:41 PM
Class stuff - very nice mixing... love the guitars in the instrumental. Billy would be proud...
Clever lyrics as well :)
Clever lyrics as well :)
Title: Re: Cheap Tech Writer (ZZ Top Parody)
Post by: Ferryman_1957 on June 29, 2009, 04:03:26 PM
Post by: Ferryman_1957 on June 29, 2009, 04:03:26 PM
Hey, this is fun and as someone that has many years in software it made me laugh. But it's great version of one of my fave ZZ Top songs, and it's very well recorded. Great work for prgramming the drums from a tab as well. Great vox too - you pull this one off very well! Lovely pinch harmonics in the solo as well.
Cheers,
Nigel
Cheers,
Nigel
Title: Re: Cheap Tech Writer (ZZ Top Parody)
Post by: OsCKilO on July 04, 2009, 04:42:51 PM
Post by: OsCKilO on July 04, 2009, 04:42:51 PM
You are a style whore!!!!!!
I think that is awesome!!!!!!!!
(http://www.glossynews.com/artman/uploads/prostitute_out_of_work.jpg)
Your music is Awesome!
Why are you not Famous???????
I think that is awesome!!!!!!!!
(http://www.glossynews.com/artman/uploads/prostitute_out_of_work.jpg)
Your music is Awesome!
Why are you not Famous???????
Title: Re: Cheap Tech Writer (ZZ Top Parody)
Post by: Oldrottenhead on July 12, 2009, 12:27:00 PM
Post by: Oldrottenhead on July 12, 2009, 12:27:00 PM
fmgwabp another belter.
Title: Re: Cheap Tech Writer (ZZ Top Parody)
Post by: Rickocaster on September 01, 2009, 09:11:10 PM
Post by: Rickocaster on September 01, 2009, 09:11:10 PM
Awesome!!! Can't wait to share this with my writer friends.
Title: Re: Cheap Tech Writer (ZZ Top Parody)
Post by: SteveG on September 01, 2009, 10:26:42 PM
Post by: SteveG on September 01, 2009, 10:26:42 PM
Funny :D Another goodun. Nice bump too.
Title: Re: Cheap Tech Writer (ZZ Top Parody)
Post by: Geir on September 03, 2009, 12:17:55 PM
Post by: Geir on September 03, 2009, 12:17:55 PM
Just had to have another listen and download!!!
I'm a big FAN !!!!!!!!!
I'm a big FAN !!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Cheap Tech Writer (ZZ Top Parody)
Post by: Vanncad on September 03, 2009, 04:22:40 PM
Post by: Vanncad on September 03, 2009, 04:22:40 PM
Thanks Geir. I actually just had a listen to this in the car the other day. Somehow I got the right mix on this one.
I'm really glad you liked it.
I'm really glad you liked it.
Title: Re: Cheap Tech Writer (ZZ Top Parody)
Post by: Rickocaster on September 06, 2009, 09:57:41 PM
Post by: Rickocaster on September 06, 2009, 09:57:41 PM
Vann,
I was in the market for a cheap bass and a friend recommended SX. I bought the SX SBJ-62 (sunburst) for $120. I had to do some setup work on it, but overall I've been pretty happy with it considering the price. I used it on "Can't Write That Song" and "Pardon Me" if you want to hear what it sounds like. I think I used the fliptop patch in the BR600 for both songs. Here's where I ordered it: http://www.rondomusic.com/bassguitars4.html.
I was in the market for a cheap bass and a friend recommended SX. I bought the SX SBJ-62 (sunburst) for $120. I had to do some setup work on it, but overall I've been pretty happy with it considering the price. I used it on "Can't Write That Song" and "Pardon Me" if you want to hear what it sounds like. I think I used the fliptop patch in the BR600 for both songs. Here's where I ordered it: http://www.rondomusic.com/bassguitars4.html.
Title: Re: Cheap Tech Writer (ZZ Top Parody)
Post by: Vanncad on September 07, 2009, 06:30:33 AM
Post by: Vanncad on September 07, 2009, 06:30:33 AM
Thanks Rick,
I actually just saw a classified ad for a Fender Squier P Bass for $150 CDN, which I *think* is a good deal. I might go have a look at it.
Those SX basses do look pretty nice for the price though. Wish I could try one out. Thanks for that link, I appreciate the info.
- Vann
I actually just saw a classified ad for a Fender Squier P Bass for $150 CDN, which I *think* is a good deal. I might go have a look at it.
Those SX basses do look pretty nice for the price though. Wish I could try one out. Thanks for that link, I appreciate the info.
- Vann
Title: Re: Cheap Tech Writer (ZZ Top Parody)
Post by: 64Guitars on September 07, 2009, 10:11:47 AM
Post by: 64Guitars on September 07, 2009, 10:11:47 AM
Quote from: Vanncad on September 07, 2009, 06:30:33 AMI actually just saw a classified ad for a Fender Squier P Bass for $150 CDN, which I *think* is a good deal. I might go have a look at it.
They're $220 new at Long & McQuade:
http://www.long-mcquade.com/?page=products&ProductsID=3705
(http://www.long-mcquade.com/files/3705/md_0310400506_xl.jpg) (http://www.long-mcquade.com/?page=products&ProductsID=3705)
Title: Re: Cheap Tech Writer (ZZ Top Parody)
Post by: fenderbender on September 08, 2009, 05:47:29 AM
Post by: fenderbender on September 08, 2009, 05:47:29 AM
very clever -thats really class --
have to admit I dont understand what "tech writer"-represents :(
but the song the music speaks for itself ---class
Title: Re: Cheap Tech Writer (ZZ Top Parody)
Post by: Gnasty on July 04, 2013, 04:56:32 PM
Post by: Gnasty on July 04, 2013, 04:56:32 PM
Spiderbumping Vann the Man!! I thought i commented on this! Oh well i will now. YOU RULE BUDDY!!
Title: Re: Cheap Tech Writer (ZZ Top Parody)
Post by: Geir on July 04, 2013, 05:42:17 PM
Post by: Geir on July 04, 2013, 05:42:17 PM
Hell yeah!
I'm a fan
I'm a fan
Title: Re: Cheap Tech Writer (ZZ Top Parody)
Post by: kenny mac on July 04, 2013, 05:51:21 PM
Post by: kenny mac on July 04, 2013, 05:51:21 PM
Wow man this is so good ,the guitar sounds are so crisp and clear,the production is spot on.
MAGIC .
MAGIC .
Title: Re: Cheap Tech Writer (ZZ Top Parody)
Post by: Mach on July 06, 2013, 07:23:55 PM
Post by: Mach on July 06, 2013, 07:23:55 PM
LOL I luv it! I'm a Big fan of ZZ and hearing this made my day. Great parody and imagination.
Mach
Mach
Title: Re: Cheap Tech Writer (ZZ Top Parody)
Post by: Rata-tat-tat on July 08, 2013, 05:29:55 PM
Post by: Rata-tat-tat on July 08, 2013, 05:29:55 PM
Vann... I didn't know you had a parody floating around... so glad this was bump'd... AWESOME!!!
Title: Re: Cheap Tech Writer (ZZ Top Parody)
Post by: 64Guitars on July 08, 2013, 06:05:28 PM
Post by: 64Guitars on July 08, 2013, 06:05:28 PM
Quote from: Rata-tat-tat on July 08, 2013, 05:29:55 PMVann... I didn't know you had a parody floating around... so glad this was bump'd... AWESOME!!!
Not just one. He's done several fabulous parodies. Check 'em out. You'll be glad you did.
Missin' My CD:
https://songcrafters.org/community/index.php?topic=3356.0 (https://songcrafters.org/forum/index.php?topic=3356.0)
Technical Writer:
https://songcrafters.org/community/index.php?topic=3355.0 (https://songcrafters.org/forum/index.php?topic=3355.0)
Painful, Queasy Feeling:
https://songcrafters.org/community/index.php?topic=9324.0 (https://songcrafters.org/forum/index.php?topic=9324.0)
My Favourite Things:
https://songcrafters.org/community/index.php?topic=5513.0 (https://songcrafters.org/forum/index.php?topic=5513.0)
Title: Re: Cheap Tech Writer (ZZ Top Parody)
Post by: Hilary on July 09, 2013, 02:23:41 AM
Post by: Hilary on July 09, 2013, 02:23:41 AM
Quote from: 64Guitars on July 08, 2013, 06:05:28 PMQuote from: Rata-tat-tat on July 08, 2013, 05:29:55 PMVann... I didn't know you had a parody floating around... so glad this was bump'd... AWESOME!!!
Not just one. He's done several fabulous parodies. Check 'em out. You'll be glad you did.
Painful, Queasy Feeling:
https://songcrafters.org/community/index.php?topic=9324.0 (https://songcrafters.org/forum/index.php?topic=9324.0)
Painful, Queasy Feeling - one of my personal favourites.
This one - OH YEAH, OH YEAH, OH YEAH!
I'd love to know what you do for a living ;)
Title: Re: Cheap Tech Writer (ZZ Top Parody)
Post by: ODH on July 09, 2013, 04:16:11 AM
Post by: ODH on July 09, 2013, 04:16:11 AM
Quote from: Mach on July 06, 2013, 07:23:55 PMLOL I luv it! I'm a Big fan of ZZ and hearing this made my day. Great parody and imagination.
Mach
Me too. That's one of my favorite songs. Brought a big smile to my chops. ;D