CONTEST: Pick a Simon song and record it

DrFartbrain · Post by **DrFartbrain** » Fri Jul 15, 2005 1:08 pm

I've decided to hold a little informal contest now that I'm back around here. This is the deal:

Pick a song by my selected artist. Record the song using whatever means necessary. Post it in here. Limit one entry per person. This time, the artist will be...

Drumroll...

Paul Simon

It can be anything he's ever written or performed, so that includes anything done with Garfunkel or solo (and even The Capeman, for those of you who are hardcore enough).

Record the song and post it here (make sure I can tell what song it is).

I'll be judging these based on a few factors:

1.) Playing ability: Is your playing concise? Is the fingerpicking good?
2.) Vocals: Is your diction good? Do you bring emotion to the lyrics when called for?
3.) Personalization: Do you bring something of your own to the song, or does it stick strictly to any album or live versions?

Personalization is most important for me, as I've always championed bringing something of your own to songs you play.

I'm not looking for studio-quality recordings, but just something where everything can be heard. Remember, it's not so much about the sound quality as it is about the feeling of your recording.

Good luck, and I'll post the prizes soon!

Trippin Hillbilly · Post by **Trippin Hillbilly** » Fri Jul 15, 2005 1:13 pm

Why Paul Simon?

DrFartbrain · Post by **DrFartbrain** » Fri Jul 15, 2005 1:19 pm

Trippin Hillbilly wrote:Why Paul Simon?

Because he's fucking great.

Trippin Hillbilly · Post by **Trippin Hillbilly** » Fri Jul 15, 2005 1:29 pm

Eh, no thanks.

jellyfish · Post by **jellyfish** » Fri Jul 15, 2005 2:15 pm

Trippin Hillbilly wrote:Eh, no thanks.

Aww come on.... I always loved his solo music. Graceland is possibly one of the best albums ever IMO. Hard voice to emulate though. Too high for me.

CBalvarez · Post by **CBalvarez** » Fri Jul 15, 2005 2:20 pm

Hey man, I have this recording already done, "Feelin Groovy" its over a year old now but I still like listening to it. http://tallboys.org/music.html

and yea his voice is to high for me to, my vocals on this track are very monotone

BenPezzner · Post by **BenPezzner** » Fri Jul 15, 2005 5:25 pm

can I use my a capella 'call me al' ?

carter29 · Post by **carter29** » Fri Jul 15, 2005 6:12 pm

I love Paul Simon, im only a drummer but look forward to listening

I suggest, Call me al, Me and Julio, The Boxer, Graceland, Father Daughter

AdamCU81 · Post by **AdamCU81** » Sat Jul 16, 2005 4:43 am

Homeward Bound

Second from the bottom at: http://www.soundclick.com/bands/6/adamweiss_music.htm

gitarCASE · Post by **gitarCASE** » Sat Jul 16, 2005 7:27 pm

Sounds of silence is my pick

DrFartbrain · Post by **DrFartbrain** » Sun Jul 17, 2005 9:35 pm

gitarCASE wrote:Sounds of silence is my pick

So record and post it already.

DrFartbrain · Post by **DrFartbrain** » Sun Jul 17, 2005 9:36 pm

BenPezzner wrote:can I use my a capella 'call me al' ?

Sure, as you're bringing something of your own to it.

You_Enjoy_Myself · Post by **You_Enjoy_Myself** » Mon Jul 18, 2005 9:14 pm

so when's the deadline?

sunglassesatnight · Post by **sunglassesatnight** » Mon Jul 18, 2005 11:17 pm

DrFartbrain wrote:
BenPezzner wrote:can I use my a capella 'call me al' ?
Sure, as you're bringing something of your own to it.

You obviously haven't heard it.

GreedylilPig · Post by **GreedylilPig** » Wed Jul 20, 2005 7:55 pm

I think I might re-record either The Boxer or American Tune. Are you going to be the sole judge?