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Mike Neer Member From: NJ |
posted 15 March 2005 09:50 AM
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http://www.mikeneer.com/sound.htm [This message was edited by Mike Neer on 03 March 2007 at 01:08 PM.] |
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Jim Jasutis Member From: Tampa, Florida, USA |
posted 15 March 2005 10:28 AM
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Thanks for the clips. I down load anything I find from the group. I really love the sound. Just out of curiosity, when I went to the Moonlighters site, there is a picture on the main page of the group, no names though. Tall dark haired lady on the left, blonder lady between the two guys --- which one is the lead singer on most of the songs? The two ladies definitely blend well together. Thanks -- Jim |
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Steve Merritt Member From: Alameda, California, USA |
posted 15 March 2005 10:28 AM
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Just downloaded it. Very nice...I dig the harmony vox. Mike, how was it recorded? |
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HowardR Member From: N.Y.C.,N.Y. |
posted 15 March 2005 10:31 AM
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You sure don't make it look difficult. If I weren't down with the flu last night, I'd of stopped in. However, you ain't getting off that easy. Word is, you're doing a blues gig in Brooklyn on Friday. I'll be there to harrass you.... |
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Mike Neer Member From: NJ |
posted 15 March 2005 10:34 AM
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Steve--that's just a board tape. Everything's mic'd with either SM57 or 58, except the uke and bass have a direct, too. Jim--Bliss (red hair) sings most of the stuff, although Carla sings a few leads. We've got a bunch of new stuff that hasn't been heard yet. |
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Rick Aiello Member From: Berryville, VA USA |
posted 15 March 2005 10:41 AM
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Too  ... as usual ------------------
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Andy Volk Member From: Boston, MA |
posted 15 March 2005 10:49 AM
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Thanks, Mike. Very generous of you to share this. Great stuff! |
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Jim Jasutis Member From: Tampa, Florida, USA |
posted 15 March 2005 10:54 AM
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Thanks -- I finally broke down and sent away for the 3 CDs on the site. Be sure to let us know when any of that new stuff comes out |
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Steinar Gregertsen Member From: Arendal, Norway |
posted 15 March 2005 11:02 AM
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Downloading it now,- thanks Mike!!  Steinar ------------------ |
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Jim Jasutis Member From: Tampa, Florida, USA |
posted 15 March 2005 08:27 PM
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Were you a Sol Hoopii fan when you joined the group, or did you chose parts of his style because it was era appropriate for the type of music you guys do? As much as I love the smooth flowing music that Jerry Byrd put out, it is nice to hear some of the older style playing as well. |
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Jeff Au Hoy Member From: Honolulu, Hawai'i |
posted 16 March 2005 02:55 AM
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Well Mike, even if it isn't smooth or flowing  I think your playing is freakin' hot! |
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Jim Jasutis Member From: Tampa, Florida, USA |
posted 16 March 2005 05:09 AM
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Oh, I definitley agree. Great playing!! |
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Mike Neer Member From: NJ |
posted 16 March 2005 05:34 AM
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I'd have to say that of all the players I've listened to, the one whose playing I enjoy most is King Nawahi. He's very exciting, and he was a great improvisor. Of course, Sol was incredible, but I think Bennie had more fire. I really like Roy Smeck and Joaquin Murphey, too. Also, I just love the sound of the acoustic Hawaiian guitar--even the old recordings by Frank Ferera, Pale K Lua and David K Kaili, and Jim & Bob. The sound and style really do something for me--the vibrato, in particular. I just try to take a few techniques and make it my own--no biggie. I love to improvise all my parts. [This message was edited by Mike Neer on 16 March 2005 at 05:49 AM.] |
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Jim Jasutis Member From: Tampa, Florida, USA |
posted 16 March 2005 06:27 AM
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Thanks for the names of other players to look for. I was kind of disappointed when I realized that you weren't on any of the CDs I just ordered, but then again the lady's voices will still make it worth while. I am also looking forward to the lesson book you talk about on your website. Hopefully by the time it is ready, I will be ready for it. |
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Keith Cordell Member From: Atlanta |
posted 16 March 2005 06:30 AM
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The arrangements are what really set me on my ear; everything seems well balanced musically, and sets up the vocals well. Nicely done! |
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Russ Young Member From: Seattle, Washington, USA |
posted 16 March 2005 06:50 AM
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I think Bliss sums it up well: "wow!" Thanks for sharing this, Mike. |
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Charlie McDonald Member From: Lubbock, Texas, USA |
posted 16 March 2005 06:50 AM
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Lo-fi sounds pretty darn good. I like the Moonlighters. The sound you're getting is the one I'm hoping for with my new acoustic/electric hybrid (still waiting on strings). Any tips for getting this quality of file on to tunes? Is it a public hosting service?  |
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P Gleespen Member From: Lakewood, OH USA (I miss Boston!) |
posted 16 March 2005 07:20 AM
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I can't believe that Henry Bogdan used to be in the Moonlighters...is that really true? And he plays steel? I had no idea. Helmet used to be one of my favorite bands. Not to take away from your jaw dropping playing, Mike! You are on fire! (uh...I mean that in a good way |
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John Bushouse Member From: |
posted 16 March 2005 09:23 AM
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Mike, it sounds great - existing Moonlighters repertoire as well as the new stuff. Only since 2003? Surely you jest... Thanks for doing your part to keep pre-war styles current! I'm a big fan of the late acoustic/early electric period. A friend made me a CD of Sol's Columbia sides, as well as some electric King Bennie (it's amazing how quickly he made the transition to electric). He threw in all 12 of the Jim & Bob recordings to boot. I'm hoping if I lock myself in a windowless room for the next 5 years, I might get past the beginner stage (Song of the Range here I come!). Long live C#minor! (and G6, and G, and A6...) I eagerly await your written thoughts on C#m. [This message was edited by John Bushouse on 17 March 2005 at 08:50 AM.] |
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John Bushouse Member From: |
posted 16 March 2005 09:34 AM
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Almost forgot to add - what string setup are you using - heavy, medium, light, other? It's my understanding that Henry B. used something along the line of a set of 13's - kind of quiet acoustically (for a Nat. Hawaiian), but sounding like steel cables on disc. |
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Dave Van Allen Member From: Doylestown, PA , US , Earth |
posted 16 March 2005 11:07 AM
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all I can say is "wow!" way kool Mike! |
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Garry Vanderlinde Member From: Garden Grove, California, USA |
posted 16 March 2005 07:34 PM
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Thanks Mike, I really enjoyed the download, the girls are as "HOT" as your guitar playing!!! |
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Steinar Gregertsen Member From: Arendal, Norway |
posted 16 March 2005 08:06 PM
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Finally got the time to listen to the download now (at five in the morning),- God, I love this stuff!!! ------------------ |
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Bob Stone Member From: Gainesville, FL, USA |
posted 17 March 2005 07:46 AM
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Hi Mike, Thanks for posting this great music. Really hot stuff. I'm a big fan of King Benny too and really appreciate your playing. Interesting tunes! Thanks again. Best, Bob |
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Mike Neer Member From: NJ |
posted 17 March 2005 07:42 PM
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One last bump before I put this file out of its misery. Thanks for the nice comments. To answer a few questions: I've decided to put off any kind of book for now--I've got too many things on table now, between writing music and having a pregnant wife. I've enough labors of love. I use heavy strings--.017 .019 .026 .032 .042 .056--I have no idea what Henry used, I've never met him, unfortunately. Jim Burden just made a few bars for me in a custom size, and they just kick ass. Anyway, if y'all like the music, I usually put new live recordings every week or so--just bookmark my web site. ------------------ |
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Dwayne Martineau Member From: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada |
posted 23 March 2005 12:12 PM
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^ ...Deserves another bump... ^
quote: Just tab out this show you posted and I'll buy it. You tuned to E7 for that show? |
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HowardR Member From: N.Y.C.,N.Y. |
posted 23 March 2005 01:50 PM
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I was pondering.....we all love this style of pre war acoustic music particularly the Tricone. Are there any other groups, or players ANYWHERE beside Mike who is championing this music and keeping it alive? Bob Brozman is one that I can think of. I'm not sure of what Ken Emerson is doing these days. |
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Colin Brooks Member From: Sunny South East England |
posted 23 March 2005 02:42 PM
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Well. in the UK we have the Hula Bluebirds http://www.hulabluebirds.co.uk/ with Martin Wheatley on style II and Ric. Their cd is all acoustic but the B6 tends to dominate on live gigs. I drag my old style III out for a few Hawaiian gigs around South London, but no recordings yet! |
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Stephan Miller Member From: Silver Spring, Maryland, USA |
posted 23 March 2005 03:40 PM
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"deserves another bump"--definitely! Mike, wanted to tell you how much I like the sound of the group, your playing particularly. The solos are great, and what especially impressed me was the flair and energy of your performance during the 80%+ of the time when you're not soloing but backing the vocals. "Comping" on steel guitar is a tricky business in a small band, but you're able to maintain the drive of your playing in a way that complements the gals' vocals instead of trampling on them. Don't worry about the instruction book, there's a few lessons in that performance. Not that many "warts", either. Look forward to seeing the Moonlighters sometime... -Steve |
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Chuck Fisher Member From: Santa Cruz, California, USA |
posted 23 March 2005 04:37 PM
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Mike, Your playing fits well with the music. I know how hard it is to play with string bass as its harder to hear intonation, your bass guy sounds pretty on, the ladies are buzzin the vocal harmonies, a great set for sure. BTW - What tuning are you in? [This message was edited by Chuck Fisher on 24 March 2005 at 02:29 PM.] |
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