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Pat,
Thanks for the heads up. I should have read the rules. I will of course make adjustments.
Marty



That was a very gracious reply to what might have been interpreted by some people as a reprimand. I appreciate that!

Every now and then somebody joins the forum and posts stuff that is instantly embraced and enjoyed by everyone. You are one of those people. I think I can speak for many when saying that we look forward to hearing your original songs. You seem to have a flair for putting an idea into stylish and well-mixed form.



Well Pat you took the time to select your words carefully, as to not offend, and stated the point in a very clear manner. May I also add, this did not surprise me, as this quality is typical of your contribution to the forum, Kudos to you guy.

This whole think about covers versus originals has been discussed here in the past, but, I am going to go there again….

I wish we could find a better solution. You mention you are looking forward to hearing Geezer’s original material, actually, I am not so anxious. Simply because I very much like Geezer's covers! New material in this style and genre, while it may capture the vibe, it will not capture the memories and emotion linked to a familiar song sung well and therefore it will never evoke the same comfort level to the listener.

One solution mention as been to remain discreet and simply direct folks to our personal websites, but this does not get around the real legal issue associated with ownership rights. How did we ever get to the point where people were not legally permitted to sing a song!!

Not looking for any necessary response, just wanted to vent to release some frustration. Geezer, I will bookmark your site and probably will enjoy anything you sing. By the why, I added one of your covers to my playlist and am enjoying it (although wrestling with my conscience over this rights stuff).