Category Archives: Musical

Das lebendige

Posted on February 3, 2012 by Bob

Tonight’s jam with my imaginary bandmates… Das lebendige by Isaac Dust

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Neutral Milk Hotel – Home

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Bob

I was surprised to learn recently that Jeff Mangum of Neutral Milk Hotel released a box set that includes a bunch of previously unreleased tunes (I don’t get out much). I’ve heard my share of bootlegs over the years, but … Continue reading →

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Beautifuller things

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Bob

Another day, another ode to the sun (and other stars…) Beautifuller things by Isaac Dust Close your eyes Think of nothing Shut your mouth Tell me something Lift me up High as the sun I’ll never come down Take your … Continue reading →

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Unwinding

Posted on June 29, 2011 by Bob

I do a very idiosyncratic meditation practice of sorts that has evolved over many years — a little song and dance I call “unwinding.” Basically, I just lie on the floor, on my back, and do nothing. I inhibit any … Continue reading →

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Breakthrough (Take two)

Posted on January 30, 2011 by Bob

I tried a little something different with this tune, i.e. laying down some bass, electric guitar and drum tracks first, then doing the acoustic guitar and vocals live over those pre-existing tracks. The synching of the video and audio is … Continue reading →

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Drive all night

Posted on November 21, 2010 by Bob

I’m still in my Glen Hansard phase, spending way too much time watching/listening to every bit of him I can find on YouTube. A few weeks ago I saw this video of Hansard, Markéta Irglová, and Colm Mac Con Iomaire … Continue reading →

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Weary hearts

Posted on September 12, 2010 by Bob

A song that descended from the Great Unknown on January 2, 2008, while I was living in Mexico. I finally got around to singing it: Go Beth, go catch your breath Just slow things down a little bit One day … Continue reading →

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Sessions At Studio B With Minor Stars

Posted on June 5, 2010 by Bob

Wow. It’s mind-boggling to contemplate that it’s been nearly two years since I first launched into these tunes with Eric and Matt. The practices at Matt’s house. The first show at The Pinhook in Durham. The CD Release Show at … Continue reading →

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Broken shoulder blues

Posted on May 31, 2010 by Bob

I went out to have a beer with Eric on Friday night and we spent some time reminiscing about our years together in My Dear Ella and Minor Stars. I was jogging home the two blocks from the Orange County … Continue reading →

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Who knows…

Posted on May 21, 2010 by Bob

“Just when I think I’m out, they keep pulling me back in.” I’m trying to recall how many “last shows” I’ve played now. I’m pretty sure tomorrow will be my fourth. I remember like it was last month (it was … Continue reading →

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