Originally Posted by jannesan
Very good rocker, I like how you and Dave shred your days away smile So many flames and carefree play on the porch that I hope it won't burn down wink Dave's once again amazing and your bass and vocals are not creaking, but fresh as a 60s teenager brought to us by a time machine. Keep on rocking the chair!

Janne
Thanks, Janne. I'm sure Dave's guitars have burn marks on them. Probably has to change the fret boards a couple time a year.

Originally Posted by musician17
One of your very best, Marty, no doubt, for me. The lyrics are superb, so clever! Love the double-meanings. The story, we've all been there smile ... that's how much of the genuine talent in this world ends up. No worries - we can still shred, just give us half a chance to create music, and watch us go smile

Dave's guitar: on fire. Your bass: unobtrusive, but holding things together, nevertheless smile And your voice: excellent, really excellent!

LOVE this song. I'm gonna bookmark it, in fact, that's what I'll do smile Bravi.
Thanks, James. You're right. I've known a lot of musicians who stopped playing when people stopped giving them money and accolades. Then there are those who can't stop because it's all about the music, not fame or fortune.

Originally Posted by dcuny
Hi, Marty.

Heh. I see what you did with that title. wink

Fun song! Rocking backing (especially Dave's guitar) and great vocals. smile
Thanks, David. The trick is finding a chair with no arms to accomodate the guitar and bass.

Originally Posted by rayc
Cool swing to this thing.
The walking bass jives perfectly, Dave rings the bells and the story is a cool one too. Maybe I should sit on the porch n bang a guitar through a Marshall and see if it attracts the neighbours.
LOVED the outro.
Thanks, Ray. Good idea, but it might just attract the town marshall. wink

Originally Posted by Janice & Bud
We know several old rockers who are truly enjoying their retirement playing more than their early career days.

"The old man's rocker's creaking on the beat. He loves his rock & rye.
Through rain and shine he brings the heat. That old flame now won't die."

Rock and rye ... so cool!

Your bass and vocals are hittin’ the note, as always.
And Dave’s excellent guitar is scorching hot on his solo.

Fun!

J&B

PS Much more upbeat than our effort to write about a retired singer! smile
Thanks, Janice & Bud. The trick for this old guy was keeping the flame alive in the rain until his wife suggested an umbrella.

Originally Posted by animarorecords
Marty,

The life of a musician, or rather the life of a music lover, is exactly like this song.
I also started my musical career as a child, imitating The Ventures on the electric guitar.
I later shifted my focus to composing music.
Remembering those experiences, I enjoyed watching this video with a variety of emotions.

Best regards.

Shigeki Adachi
Ha, that's great, Shigeki. Now I can see you Walk-Don't-Running all over the house. How about some Duane Eddy? I'm sure glad you made the switch, my friend. Thanks!

Enjoy whatever happens!
marty

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