http://macidol.com/jamroom/bands/ Sun, 22 Nov 2009 14:55:26 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://macidol.com/jamroom/bands/497 What You'd Be Like, which you can hear in the player to the left. The song's rhetorical lyrics are actually something I asked myself recently: What would I have been like had I not followed the path I had? Wealthy? Famous? Dead? The imagery I was going for with it was an old Western feel. Sort of a ghostly drifter, searching for something far away. I think the chorus section might be a little too loud. Not sure. I enjoyed recording it and tried some new techniques. I hope you enjoy it! ]]> Boris Sat, 21 Feb 2009 02:13:08 +0100 http://macidol.com/jamroom/bands/497 Bleed, if You Need is the result of spaces I don't necessarily understand, but respect. It's a melancholy song. My friend wrote, "When feeling broken, it's hard to reach out to loved ones, from fear of raining on their parade, being a burden, or simply not feeling connected at all." I think the song is also a reminder for me to be aware that while reaching out is important, it takes effort to be a dedicated ear for someone else. Extending to others can sometimes lead to unwelcomed realizations, causing one's arms to recoil in confusion or doubt. After all, our hearts know only impatience. Thanks always, Mark! --- To hear this song, please use the player to the LEFT of this post. ]]> Boris Thu, 05 Feb 2009 12:48:02 +0100 http://macidol.com/jamroom/bands/497 "Me and Boris the Bull." It was about a boy and his best pal and the support for each other through big and small. Later, the story came to embody the friendship I share with one of my best friends, as well. Musically, my influences are all over place. My love for old time radio has slowly crept into my style (Neck Romantic) and in the upcoming months I plan to post new "songs" which expand on this and myself as a musician and an artist. While I make a living as a visual artist, the field of audio has my heart. Songs like, "A Million-Two," "Mister Robinson," and "Sunday Driving" have redefined how I perform music, but abstract works like "Praying Mantis," "Clibobp," and "Plig It" (featuring the voice of my son, Daniel) have allowed me to find expression I'd never achieved with normal instruments. Anyhow, I hope that explains it all. Have a listen and judge for yourself. You may like it and rave about it, or you may say, "this sucks monkey ass," and that would make me laugh. Either way, it's all good and keeps me going. Stay safe and stay well. Life's short so be patient and love often! Your friend, Mark (aka Me and Boris the Bull) ]]> Boris Mon, 26 Jan 2009 15:04:27 +0100 http://macidol.com/jamroom/bands/497 Sunday Driving online. It was both a fun and relaxing song to put together, especially because I basically played the whole song, except for the end, on one string. It is the cleanest song (sans effects, that is) that I've ever done, which in itself is an achievement since I my voice sounds like a sofa. Also "released" last night is the instrumental mix of A Band-Mate of Years (Slumix), which hilights Slumbering's vocal tracks. She's not going to like it, I guarantee, but she should be proud. Her contribution has received high praise all around. That's why I posted this version. My question: Where is Paul Brazier these days? Paul - I hope you are well, my friend. You are missed! Stay well, and if you are reading this then, wow. Go watch television. or something else! ]]> Boris Sun, 25 May 2008 23:31:37 +0100 http://macidol.com/jamroom/bands/497 Completely Conspicuous podcast, has been designing his own, humbled brand of music/news/media/humor podcast, despite all. I became hooked early on and continue to be a fan, looking forward to each installment. It's human, down to earth, and always informative. Plus, Jay features the Boris the Bull song, Clibopb, as part of the background music for some segments! What a thrill! Enjoy your life today. It's the best one you've got! Thank you for checking in. ]]> Boris Sat, 10 May 2008 13:58:40 +0100 http://macidol.com/jamroom/bands/497 042608 SAT Well, today marks my first entry into a blog ever. I am not good at keeping up with this kind of thing, so hopefully if I can check back now and again to update folks on the exciting world that is Me and Boris the Bull. heh! Today also marks my first song posting of 2008. Yep. A solemn number called A Band-Mate of Years. I'm especially proud of the song because it is my first ever collaboration effort. Miss Slumbering, was generous and kind enough to perform on this song, giving it a wonderful depth that I have never heard in any of my songs before. Thank you, Slumbering! A million-two times! Thank you for checking in. Be well and may you find smiles everywhere! ~ Mark ]]> Boris Sun, 27 Apr 2008 12:31:18 +0100