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#489411 09/05/18 01:13 PM
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I see a lot of people have been doing some lonesome cowboy anthems, and I wanted to write a heart-rending, heart-twisting, gut-wrenching, soul-bustin’, tear-jerkin’, and all-night-drinkin’ and sobbin’ Allman Brothers type song for the Xtra Styles contest.

I might have one finally but there’s a back story.

https://soundcloud.com/david-snyder-gigs2/tahoma

After struggling and struggling and getting nowhere, I got down on my hands and knees and prayed to God to help me. Then, suddenly, I felt a hand on my shoulder. I opened my eyes and looked. It was Gregg Allman. God let him out of heaven to come down for a session!! Thank you Jesus! Then Gregg said:

“Get off that piano bench. I’m gonna show you the chords on this one. We’re playing this as slow as it goes. 40 BPM. And we’re playing it clean. Duane couldn’t make it. You’ll have to keep up.”

Thank you God.

Genre: Rock-Pop/Americana, Style: ABSENT.Sty

Tahoma

by David Snyder

V1

A patchwork of bruises
and a suitcase that's fallin' apart
no place to run
from the scars you put on
my trusting heart
This J-45 has barely survived
the songs I've been trying to sing
cause you left me with nothing
but a loss of my faith
though you promised me everything

CH

And I've run out of places to go
and I've run out places to hide
cause I've lost my religion
since you made your decision to
tear me up inside
I'll forget Oklahoma, drive to Tahoma
Lake Tahoe is where I might die
last stop is Tahoma
last song on a J-45

V2

Wringing my heart out
but I can't get nothing to start
My motor won't run
it's all the damage you've done to these
worn out parts

Bridge:

This is my last waltz
I cry when I'm trying to sing
'cause you left me nothing
but you walked off with our wedding ring

CH

And I've run out of places to go
and I've run out places to hide
cause I've lost my religion
since you made
the decision to tear me up inside
I'll forget Oklahoma, drive to Tahoma
Lake Tahoe is where I might die
last stop is Tahoma
last song on a J-45
last stop is Tahoma
last song on a J-45

All music and lyrics copyright 2018 by David Snyder, ASCAP/Day of Faith Records

Genre: Rock-Pop/Americana
Style is _ABSENT.STY (Absent 12-8 Americana Slow Pop)
David Snyder: Acoustic Guitar and Vocals
RealTracks in style: 2873:Bass, Acoustic, AmericanaSlow128Byron Sw 040
RealTracks in style: ~1701:Piano, Acoustic, Rhythm CountryWaltz Sw 110
RealTracks in style: 2874:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm AmericanaGrittySlow128Brent Sw 040
RealTracks in style: 2875:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm AmericanaTremoloSlow128Colin Sw 040
RealDrums in style: AmericanaSlow128^02-a:Brush, b:RdBrs

David Snyder #489419 09/05/18 02:08 PM
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Cool song David., Only thing that would make it a bit more Allman Bros. would be some tasty Dickey Betts like licks in the spaces like my favorite Allman tune, Melissa. You captured that Gregg Allman soulful vocal. Sure do miss him already. Good stuff.

Dave

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Yeah thanks Dave. I struggled with whether I should have added guitar. You might be right, but I left the guitar part I had in mind out to make it more spooky. At least that was what I was thinking--but I hear ya. I went back and forth on that one.

On a side note: I got to interview Gregg once. He was a really cool guy.

No one could tear the place up like that guy. I had front row seats once and when he walked out there with his bottle and put it down on the organ he just stared at the crowd like "you have no idea what's about to hit you." And we didn't. He was absolutely in his own stratosphere when it came to male soul. No one could touch him. He just went into orbit.

Yeah, I miss him too.

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David has the unusual ability to
produce backgrounds,
vocals, and leads that reflect
a variey of emotions and real world
happenings that effect us all, one way or
the other.

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David,

This is great...

This style suits you so well. Plaintive, soulful, etc. I also love the production and mix.

Put this on your next album - end side 1 with it... Pick up the trail on side 2...

Loved it!

Bob

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Nice one, and I'd certainly leave the guitar in

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David,

Those opening lines...

Quote:
A patchwork of bruises
and a suitcase that's fallin' apart

...are outstanding. Not only are they viscerally visual but they set the stage magnificently for what is to come.

I really enjoyed listening to this. The style was a great fit!

Yet another fine song to add to your songbook!

All the best,
Noel


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David Snyder #489918 09/08/18 08:12 PM
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Hello, David

Really nice melody!
I agree with Noel.
Yet another fine song to add to your songbook!
Enjoyed my listen a lot.

Best regards.

Shigeki Adachi

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Very cool tune. Super lyric and vocal.


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Very nice country waltz with beautiful chord progression and powerful guitars. Your strong voice really suits the mood.

Janne


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Cool stuff David!! Dripping with emotion, bitterness, and tinged with sarcasm. How'd you come up with Tahoma anyway? Some great stuff here, musically and lyrically. It would have been Peachy to have Duane drop by for the session but you and Gregg put together a fine collab!! Take care. Greg

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Originally Posted By: David Snyder
I see a lot of people have been doing some lonesome cowboy anthems, and I wanted to write a heart-rending, heart-twisting, gut-wrenching, soul-bustin’, tear-jerkin’, and all-night-drinkin’ and sobbin’ Allman Brothers type song for the Xtra Styles contest.

Mission accomplished! Roll credits!

Quote:
We’re playing this as slow as it goes. 40 BPM.

You're a funny man. And an excellent songwriter. laugh

Nicely done!


-- David Cuny
My virtual singer development blog

Vocal control, you say. Never heard of it. Is that some kind of ProTools thing?
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A day doesn't go by that we don't listen to Greg. Janice's "desert island album" is Low Country Blues. Damn, we miss him.

Great lyrics delivered with a ton of emotion.

Enjoyed the spin!

J&B

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Mr. Snyder.

One of your best writes.
One of you best melodies.
One of your best productions.
One of your best vocals. (Superb)

Excellent.

fj

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Thanks Ed! That is a real compliment! I appreciate it so much!

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Bob,

Ok man, sounds like plan. Keep pumping out those hits of yours though, but because I am bird doggin' ya for inspiration.

Thanks!

smile

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Thanks Graham!

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Thanks Noel,

That really made my day! I am so glad you enjoyed it!!

smile

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Thanks Shigeki! I appreciate that a lot and I am so glad you liked it!

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Thanks Scott. I appreciate the listen man.

You sure have been doing some cool stuff lately, bro, by the way.

smile

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