Hi All,

Here's another new one. This is called Tannersville.

She said she’s not unhappy
Just really likes the sad songs
It helps her think about things
All things both right and wrong

He says she’s always in his head
Like Patti Smith’s Book Of Days
He thinks about her way too much
And it leaves him in a haze

And they park down off the rail trail
And he moves away the garbage
And he spreads out his old jacket
And the wind comes down the mountain

He says baby I'm not joking
I'd be gone if I didn't meet you
There's a few things here in Tannersville
I find it hard to go back to

She grew up on the mountain
She's never really been anywhere
But the tourists come from far away
And they end up being everywhere

And they park down off the rail trail
And he moves away the garbage
And he spreads out his old jacket
And the wind comes down the mountain

She still loves to go out dancing
She’s got a touch of silver gray
Her first husband worked the railroad
And she’s trying to find her way

The sun was always a good sign
And that seemed like a reason
To spend some time in Kaaterskill Falls
Where they welcomed the new season

And they park down off the rail trail
And he moves away the garbage
And he spreads out his old jacket
And the wind comes down the mountain
And they park down off the rail trail
And he moves away the garbage
And he spreads out his old jacket

BIAB Tracks:
2474: Bass, Acoustic, Held Ev 085
0364: Guitar, Acoustic, Fingerpicking Ev 065
0841: Piano, Electric, HeldChords Ev 060

Other:
Vocal recorded with a Placid Audio Copperphone Mic
Waves Harmony
Mix / Master via Ozone 11 with various vintage settings
Izotope Vinyl setting

As always - thanks for listening!

Bob

Bob, wow, gorgeous song! Very evocative, and your fabulous vocals and sparse arrangement serve the song perfectly. Like where you placed the harmony lines on the chorus but could just barely hear them. Another great one...you keep raising your own bar. Not easy to do...

Those lyrics that start the story are so captivating --grabs me much more than, "They call me Ishmael." I spent so much time in and around Tannersville --(born in East Burg). Jammed with G(eorge) Smith when he was 17.

You consistently write what I'd call my favorite cut on the album. Lyrics are always far better than anything else out there, and your vocal delivery matches them like no one else can. Terrific and inspiring.

At first I thought of Bob Dylan. Honestly, I'm not a fan of the Folk singer style, it's not my culture. But it's really good and the emotion comes through. The intro and the guitar are superb, the broken voice goes very well with it. Bravo Superb song and interpretation.
Laurent

Hi Bob.
I like how in the USA a place name can be used in a meaningful way.
It doesn't often work with UK place names.
I loved your track and lyric.

Two lines bothered me though:
"Her first husband worked the railroad
And she’s trying to find her way".
If you'd written "Her husband died working the railroad",
I think the lines would make more sense.
Just my opinion and I hope you don't mind me mentioning it.

Vic

Another great slice of Americana Bob!

Very nice!

Ron,

I appreciate that. Thank you.

Bob

"And they park down off the rail trail
And he moves away the garbage
And he spreads out his old jacket
And the wind comes down the mountain"

Exquisite.

Love It.

fj

The new? microphone adds a low fi vintage quality to your excellent vocal. The stripped down unplugged band is perfect for your poetic storyboard lyric. Americana at it's best, Tom

This is great storytelling, and the sparse instrumentation does exactly what it's supposed to: It never gets in the way of your vocals.
I really LOVE how you switch between sung and spoken words at times.
Works perfectly!

Bob,
Another very fine offering from a super talented folk/rock singer songwriter! You did a wonderful job on the vocals here and your lyrical content is up there with your usual very high standards!
Take care, TB

Marty,

Thanks so much - I always appreciate your kind reviews. BTW, this is Tannersville, NY, but I know Tannersville, PA very well. I've spent a lot of time there over the years.

Thank you again.

Bob

Hi, Bob.

There's the old saying about writing what you know, and if seems you really know New York.

I like the understated tone you use here - small things and details - that fits nicely with the simple arrangement.

Nice work!

Laurent,

Thanks so much.

Bob

Vic,

Thanks so much, but the railroad guy is very much alive. LOL!

Much appreciate the listen and comments.

Bob

David,

Many thanks!

Bob

Bob

Lovely song, great arrangement and so very evocative.

Peter

Sören,

Thanks very much.

Bob

Bob, you are one fantastic story teller.
I got a Bob Dylan vibe on this one and I mean that as a huge compliment.
Outstanding vocal and lyrics, backed by the perfect band, and mixed to perfection.
This is your best to date IMHO.

Floyd,

That's very kind. Thanks so much.

Bob

Tom,

Much appreciated - thank you.

Yes, new mic. It's called a Copperphone. It's made especially for a LoFi sound. Not for every recording, but useful when you need a very vintage sound.

Bob

The voice, the phrasing, the guitar, all fit the mood of the song perfectly.

Brian,

Thanks very much - I appreciate that.

Bob

Hi Bob,

This song pleased me very much. But the others did too!
The guitar sounds wonderful, and your voice is very good.
Wonderfully melancholic song, you can just see how the story unfolds. Well done!

Hans

Torrey,

Thanks so much. That means a lot.

Bob

Evocative and beautiful. A sad, but somehow uplifting song.

David,

Thanks. Much appreciated.

Bob

Peter,

Thanks - much appreciated.

Bob

Beautiful, poetic song, Bob. I feel there's a movie in there.. Very real.

More poetry set to music by Mr. Robert Dean.
Using litotes in your opening line is a good way to set the tone for her understated life.
Fine work!

Mario,

That's very kind and appreciated.

Bob

Ed,

Thanks so much.

Bob

Hi Bob,

I thought I'd left a comment when I listened yesterday - guess not! Damn - this getting old thing had a lot of potholes in its road!

Sweet song! You give Americana music a great face - and sound. Your songs are so good and your delivery to wonderful, the sparse backing tracks you typically use are all that's needed. No need to cover up your lyrics and vocals with unnecessary stuff that might get in the way.

You are very talented, my friend ...

Alan

Another in the series of fine tales of cartographic missives. The voice REALLY sits in the place & time ...name dropping Ms. Smith is always a nice thing too.

Hans,

Thanks so much.

Bob

James,

Thanks very much.

Bob

WaoBand,

Thanks. Much appreciated.

Bob

Janice loved it from the very first line and said the first verse could be a beautiful song all on its own.
Your vocal sounds wonderful, the melody is beautiful and the sparse band is perfect.

There is SO much goodness packed into those three minutes.

A showcase in the forum showcase of what “singer-songwriter” is all about.

Spectacular!

J&B

Scott,

That is very kind of you - thanks.

Bob

Yeah, that really grabbed me too!!! Very Leonard Cohen! Some really nice images and story in this tune!!! Take care. Greg

Alan,

That is very kind - thank you so much. I always appreciate reading your comments.

Bob

Bob...wow....you are a brilliant lyricist and your melodies are so good....one of your best! I'm a real sucker for acoustic ballads and man this is top-notch....thanks for posting this Bob...it's excellent!

Good example of timeless folk singer-songwriter music. Bit sad, yet authentic sounding story, I can almost feel "the wind comes down the mountain". I really enjoy your vocals, great work, surely not easy to combine singing and speaking in such a compelling way.

Janne

Ray,

Much appreciated. Thank you.

Bob

Janice & Bud,

You are always so kind. Thanks so much.

Bob

Hi Bob,

Man, that vocal is just SO GOOD! Love the spoken word part, very effective.

Great chorus!

Wonderful song, one of your best.

Greg,

Thanks. That's a high compliment! Very appreciated.

Bob

Dan,

Thanks very much.

Bob

Janne,

Thank you - much appreciated.

Bob

Dave,

That's very kind - thank you.

Bob