Nothing Rough About It

Posted by admin in May 29th, 2009

Got the rough mix of the first studio sessions for the new record on Monday. Thundering Sky’s Chris Magruder (Mags to most) never ceases to amaze me with his ability to capture a song as though it’s the first time it’s ever been played. There’s an essence of infancy to these tracks, true ideation at work. The songs are round and airy, an open window with a warm breeze blowing back the drapes.

Mags took a less-is-more approach to those sessions, using very few microphones, focusing more on placement. He didn’t mic every drum, but instead used mostly room mics to capture Steve Scully’s deft approach to hitting snares, toms and cymbals. He also had Mark Hickox plug straight into the board to fully utilize the incredible tone of his ’63 P-Bass (with technique to match). The foundation is extremely solid at this point, and anything added will be minimal.Some of the songs already sound like they’re complete. Can’t wait to share.

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Laura Eves Said in March 14th, 2009 @12:44 pm

Thanks Marty! It was a perfect night! We had such a great time and really appreciated you coming out and sharing your beautiful music with us!
L

Mark Eves Said in March 14th, 2009 @4:09 pm

Marty,
My friend you give me way to much credit, but I appreciate you sharing your thoughts. Last night was incredible!! You are an amazing songwriter, performer, and person. The Eves clam would like to formally and offically adopt you. My parents were blown away. They connected with the music. I thought my mom was going to float away. You should continue the conversation with my dad. He is an exceptional person, as are you! Thank you so much for playing the fight song last night- bum, bum, bum. . .
I echo Laura- Everyone should have a house party with Marty. If you haven’t you are missing out.
Love ya brotha

admin Said in March 14th, 2009 @4:46 pm

No way man. I give credit where credit is due! You are an inspiration to all of us in NoBo! Thanks for representing! We couldn’t ask for better.

I would like your parents to adopt me. That’d be great. I wouldn’t even have to change my initials. Perfect! I loved talking with them both. It’s immediately apparent that you came from good stalk.

Thanks again dude!

admin Said in March 14th, 2009 @4:47 pm

Thanks for having me, Laura! Much appreciated. I’d probably pay you guys just to sit in that living room again. AMAZING! Thanks again!

Martin England

Nothing Rough About It

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