The Elephant And The Mouse - Zootman

Never could get the mix right on this I think. But I was happy with the composition.

Greetings. Thanks for checking this one out. It's always nice to get a comment on something. Cheers Zoot.

Thanks a lot. Cheers Zoot

Yes. I loved Tutus words. Shout out to Pseudoble who suggested them.

Thanks. Yes I'm a sucker for anything syncopated. Never got the mix/production right on this tho, despite innumerable attempts. But I've given up on that now. Cheers Zoot

Thanks for the listen and comment mate, about to go bush for ten days beyond civilisations reach so can't return the favour right now. Hopefully when I get back. All the best, Zoot.

Thanks for stopping by. No, not there now but travelled and worked on the West Bank and elsewhere back in the early 90's. My memories of Palestinians and Israel's alike are of a generous and hospitable people.

Nice one mate, appreciate the listen and comment. Cheers Zoot.

Aye, but if its not one thing its another. I despair sometimes.

Me too man, Fela Kuti being a long time favourite. And yeah, I figured Bishop Tutu's message was right on point. Cheers Zoot.

You make perfect sense my friend as always. I guess I was being slightly ingenuous with the description, since Tutu's words actually are a call to arms! I spent about 6 months working with Palestinians on the West Bank in the early 90's, on a date plantation and picking flowers among other things. And I think my kiwi sense of equality, egalitarianism and support of the underdog meant I had a lot of sympathy for the Palestinians. They are a warm and very hospitable people. But what future is there for them under the current regime? People talk of the two state solution but Israel has effectively sabotaged any hope of that with their illegal settlements in the West Bank. Anyway, I could go on. Cheers Zoot.

Yeah, I despair at the silliness, tribalism and stupidity of humans sometimes. When are going to grow up??

Thanks a lot. Yes it 's a great sax loop from Negus there. Cheers Chris

Very kind man, and sorry for the very late response. Been away down at Auckland Island for a month, which is a pretty good excuse. Chur brother.

Hey there, sorry for the extremely late response. I've been in a cold place the last month with none of the trappings of civilization. Glad you enjoyed it, cheers.

Hi Cam, really appreciate your comments thanks. I played the lead guitar with my fingernail, no pick. I was surprised how much it changed the tone. Gave it this sharp attack then a soft finish with some harmonics in places. Anyway, that's by the by. Cheers man, Chris.

Thanks Rita, you know that last track of yours was something else. Happy holidays...

Thanks very much. It's always appreciated when someone downloads that they leave a comment too. Very courteous! All the best to you.

My goodness, a listen, fav comment and download I am honored no lie! Hope you have a great day or night.

Thanks mate, muchos gracias for your listening pleasure.

Hi, thanks a lot. Much appreciated, cheers.

Ah nice comment Wayne, thanks for listening as always.

Cheers bro, glad you enjoyed. keys were addictive keys x 2 (rhodes obviously, one with a phaser), bass was free organ az3 straight preset, rest was guitars. not often i get called a smooth operator lol.

yes thanks. I have used it before on another track. it is a free vst organ az3 by Rumpelrausch. It's a pretty decent plug in for the cost of zilch I reckon.

thanks Mr Axel, I tried to up my game in the mixing/mastering on this one. I think it sounds a little bit better than most of my previous, but I'm a poor judge i think.

Thanks Maj, for some reason the guitar just sounded right to me, nice and full. not sure why lol. You're the afrobeat king though man, this was just a jam really. ps. I'm sure your soul is without blemish but if you want to confess then fine!

I travelled a bit in South Africa in the late 90's, Joburg was a bad old town even back then. But fascinating place for someone like me who's interested in ecology but also music. Appreciate your listening and comments man, I really do.

Cheers Paul, just updated with a vox sample that Pseudoble provided. I like it better now I think. Thanks for listening brother.

sorry for the late reply, thanks for listening as always Michael. Will check out that Santana album. I was listening to his performance at Woodstock the other day, maybe it rubbed off somehow. Cheers Chris

Thanks Baobou, I was happy with the guitar tone and the melody of it. It just came out really, which is nice! Cheers Chris