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The primary goal was to get all the gear set up, mic up the drums, ready Brad's computer for the task, make sure everything works, and make sure Brad can make it go. This is our first large scale shot at working long distance, so Brad will be handling tracking drums, vocals, and whatever else he wants to do on his own in Wisconsin, and I'll do the same from Colorado. I have to say, for being formerly know as 'anti-technology boy' Brad took to the gear and was having a lot of fun with it. There is something to be said for being in the comfort of your own home, especially when it's a nice, finished basement that not only sounds good, but is a cool place to hang out in.
We definitely achieved the goal of getting everything set up and working properly, and even made a few passes through two of the new tunes. And most importantly, even though it was a working trip, we made time for the new Captain America movie and a little video gaming.It's worth noting at this time that our philosophy about the band and our approach to it's music has changed. For one thing, we are a studio project for the time being and we are reveling in that fact. Strange Land has never really said no to any idea or influence, and we did way more as a trio than most bands can do. But now all the stops have been pulled. We'll apply whatever instruments and production techniques we need to make the music exactly the way we want. Be prepared for some surprises. We're also going to try a different release scheme. We will be releasing the tracks one at a time, as we finish them, most likely as very inexpensive downloads via bandcamp. Then when we feel like we have enough music, we'll collect them into a limited run cd with some special swag for those of you who want the physical product in your hands.
Brad and I are excited and energized to be working on this music, I hope you will be too.
How about a little taste? A clip of Brad testing out the setup:
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