Hello Taxi Riders. I need FANS BAD.

[aubreyz]

Quote:Maybe I missed the boat on this one, but I really don't think so. See my understanding of the listing was:Original versions of the Traditional/Public Domain spiritual hymn/song "SWING LOW, SWEET CHARIOT" are needed......... Both VOCAL and INSTRUMENTAL versions are OK. A cappella versions are fine as well.Here is the kicker..... They're open to a fairly wide variety of instrumentation, BUT, keep it as close to a traditional arrangement as possible.They're not seeking Heavy Metal or Electronica versions, for example. this makes me think they are NOT looking for traditional versions, They are looking for ANY OTHER CREATIVE STYLE, as long as it is NOT Heavy Metal or Electronica versionsjaxsn,One of the keys to Taxi forward success is learning to read the listings, and not read INTO the listings. You highlighted what was important to your understanding, but are ignoring or misunderstanding one of the key phrases.keep it as close to a traditional arrangementIMHO a traditional arrangement has a familiar song structure, melody and chord structure -- not a total reworking of the melody, or a funky chord re-arrangement. Although it does seem like they would be open to perhaps new age, or jazz instrumentation--- but they want the song to sound like the song.Welcome aboard. Sorry for the rough ride in my soapbox at the start of the trip Aub

[sgs4u]

Quote:jaxsn,you have a really good attitude. JD's entitled to his opinion of your version, as everyone else is. All we think we know about JD, is that he's a bassist. JD, the enigma that he/she is, probably has reasons for keeping his indentity and music private. I thought your version of Swing Low, was both inspiring, and a little unfocused. It helped me imagine a new version as well. Your site, while very slow to load, is full of wonderful intentions and messages. but when you start a thread with I NEED FANS BAD - well personally, it caught me with the same attitude that so many newcomers (such as myself), display. like - "I'm here now, so everyone stop what you're doing and listen to me, me, me." So it took a while for me to get around to checking you out. I'm glad I finally did. So welcome to Taxi. You have passed my audition, to quote the famous guy. And yeah, I have a 5 yr old son named Jackson. You don't actually need anyone from the Taxi forum to be your fans. Only the Taxi screeners! steve

[liamkelly]

[quote author=jaxsn board=promotion thread=1187751960 post=1188322833[/quote]Nope. In my family I'm known as the one who always gets the last word in and I'd hate to break with tradition now As an aside, I thought all the singers had great voices. The female voice in particluar.Liam

[johnnydean1]

Quote:horacejesse?I hear ya. "Why, here's the hearts and flowers now."even after most killers murder a person, some bring flowers to the funeral.at least I'm alive to read these post.Thanks to johnnydean1, your last post did make me feel better.I was not feeling distraught, just honestly concerned.I am a pusher for originality, which is very very hard to find these days and days of past. this is why I posted here, I figured people would appreciate each other's creative talent.As a business man, my clients confirm my value, which is very important to mebecause I've grown accustomed to high taste, and I love playing bass and creating music in other words I don't want to do anything else, and I thank God I can make a living at this.Being online before online even got popular (ya'll remember the 28.8k modems and compuserve was just a thought? I started young!) My good cdbaby sales, website clients across the country etc. blah, blah, blahthat is my true confirmation.My point is, this web page is good for me to listen to others that don't know me,and maybe I can contribute my experience to others as well.johnnydean1, I was upset (it was a pride thing) but I chose to keep the peace, attacks are pointless, over personal taste. As you stated, you have the right to your opinion, and honestly, I thank you for your honestly.it may have been the best post on this issue of this song, yet.I really want to hear your music. I won't bash, i will listen and give my own honest thoughts.dgolding?I'm wit u man, I feel the same way. thanks for the look out by taking the time in posting.mazz?I am going to follow up on this info, you are awesome.After all this, It would be wild if this work got giant attention and picked up.remember, I have a studio, thank God because I am not perfect. So like the great encourager on this issue (Hummingbird) said "It is definitely different & creative"this is exactly what I was going for, but if need be, I can make adjustments-----------------------------------------------------------Maybe I missed the boat on this one, but I really don't think so. See my understanding of the listing was:Original versions of the Traditional/Public Domain spiritual hymn/song "SWING LOW, SWEET CHARIOT" are needed......... Both VOCAL and INSTRUMENTAL versions are OK. A cappella versions are fine as well.Here is the kicker..... They're open to a fairly wide variety of instrumentation, BUT, keep it as close to a traditional arrangement as possible.They're not seeking Heavy Metal or Electronica versions, for example. this makes me think they are NOT looking for traditional versions, They are looking for ANY OTHER CREATIVE STYLE, as long as it is NOT Heavy Metal or Electronica versionsBelieve me I am not venting, I just wanted to clarify my understanding of the post. trust me the extra money ($120 for me) to join dispatch, plus $5 could go in gas, If Taxi is not making accurate postings, just to pass on my submissions.I grew up in church, still go - hard-coremy daddy sing this all my life. it would have been very quick and easy to sing it the traditional way if I wanted to, or if they asked.either way I'm gonna work on this version for prospects outside Taxi, if they pass on it.I have to get some work done, thanks so much everyone.if you are in CT visit me.post more, I'm starting to like you all as my new friends.jaxsn,I recently spent weeks working on something that in the end I had to scrap.I didn't know where to go with it musically.Your version of SLSC reminded me of that.It seemed to lack direction.As I said it had nothing to do with you as a person or as a musician.Now let's get down to the things that really matter in life. What Bass rig do you use,your guitar looks Fenderish Precs maybe or is it something a lot more sophisticated?

[prafitjosiah]

Quote:Case in point - How many times have you heard a preacher/teacher talk about when Saul's name was changed to Paul? Your homework for the weekend is to find that story in the bible. No disrespect meant. Stepping off my soapbox now.AubInteresting how many people bashed the Bible and called it myth when the man asked about his music I did some homework though check below:Acts 8:1-3 1 Now Saul was consenting to his death.At that time a great persecution arose against the church which was at Jerusalem; and they were all scattered throughout the regions of Judea and Samaria, except the apostles. 2 And devout men carried Stephen to his burial, and made great lamentation over him. 3 As for Saul, he made havoc of the church, entering every house, and dragging off men and women, committing them to prison.Acts 13:99 Then Saul, who also is called Paul, filled with the Holy Spirit, looked intently at him 10 and said, “O full of all deceit and all fraud, you son of the devil, you enemy of all righteousness, will you not cease perverting the straight ways of the Lord? 11 And now, indeed, the hand of the Lord is upon you, and you shall be blind, not seeing the sun for a time.”SAUL to PAUL for more details read all of Acts Chapter 8 - 13 it'll tell the whole storyP.S. - Everything in the Bible cant' be myth many places and people, namely Jesus actually existed and still do exist, it's even in secular history, be sure to check your facts... My 2 cents...Lets get back to Making good music and making good money from Taxi's Contacts

[aubreyz]

Quote:Quote:Case in point - How many times have you heard a preacher/teacher talk about when Saul's name was changed to Paul? Your homework for the weekend is to find that story in the bible. No disrespect meant. Stepping off my soapbox now.AubInteresting how many people bashed the Bible and called it myth when the man asked about his music I did some homework though check below:Acts 8:1-3 1 Now Saul was consenting to his death.At that time a great persecution arose against the church which was at Jerusalem; and they were all scattered throughout the regions of Judea and Samaria, except the apostles. 2 And devout men carried Stephen to his burial, and made great lamentation over him. 3 As for Saul, he made havoc of the church, entering every house, and dragging off men and women, committing them to prison.Acts 13:99 Then Saul, who also is called Paul, filled with the Holy Spirit, looked intently at him 10 and said, “O full of all deceit and all fraud, you son of the devil, you enemy of all righteousness, will you not cease perverting the straight ways of the Lord? 11 And now, indeed, the hand of the Lord is upon you, and you shall be blind, not seeing the sun for a time.”SAUL to PAUL for more details read all of Acts Chapter 8 - 13 it'll tell the whole storyP.S. - Everything in the Bible cant' be myth many places and people, namely Jesus actually existed and still do exist, it's even in secular history, be sure to check your facts... My 2 cents...Lets get back to Making good music and making good money from Taxi's Contacts I'm happy to discuss music-- but I won't be slandered Nowhere did I call the bible a myth. Seems as if you might have the problem "checking your facts."My peeve is perpetuated myths that aren't even in the book. Though you found the only reference to the apostle being called Paul and Saul -- you missed the words you bolded. Quote:Then Saul, who ALSO is called PaulNotice-- not Saul, who's name was changed to Paul (which is the myth and what I asked someone to find in the book), but who is ALSO called Paul. And the whole story of chapter 8 simply deals with his conversion - nothing about a name change.The truth of the matter is that Saul (or more correctly Shaul) is a Hebrew name. The Greeks and Romans had difficulty in pronouncing many Hebrew names, and it was common practice for a Jew of the day to have two versions of their name. Shaul and Paul would be similar to the difference between Jorge and George in a Spanish/English comparison. Shaul was a Jew, and at first spent more time in the Jewish community, but later was sent to the Gentiles- where of course he would be known by the Gentile version of his name, Paul. Thus - Shaul, who also is called Paul.Of course it makes "good preachin" to tell how the Jewish Saul was struck down on the road, blinded, gave up Judaism, and had his name changed to Paul. That version is no more in the book, than ha-satan (Hebrew= the adversary) is ever called a proper name, much less given the name Lucifer.and btw- the man asked about his music, and about his page. His page contained misinformation which I commented on-- just like your post contained a mis-characterization of what I posted, so I commented to clarify So, kind sir, do please check your facts as well. Your grade for the homework assignment - I for incomplete Aub

[prafitjosiah]

How bout this? Lets keep making good music and making good money from Taxi's Contacts... I think we all can agree on that

[aubreyz]

Quote:How bout this? Lets keep making good music and making good money from Taxi's Contacts... I think we all can agree on that Agreed-- but don't expect me to ignore a good theological debate Aub

[liamkelly]

Quote:jchitty?, Thanks for the compliments. I "somewhat" have done what the Bama guy is doing (or did), but in the 21st century.Please don't get me wrong when I say "good for him, but I think there is a better way (to witness). Jesus said spread the Gospel to all the earthActs 1:8 But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth. If I were to talk about the Jesus plan in my city and just accept food, I would not be talking to you right now nor would people be able to read our post and give their opinion. where is the money to pay basic bills.I know it is very hard to accept Jesus using the internet, but I think, after reading how important it is for Him to get the word to the people,and having limited time to do so, TV and radio may have been on His list also.Since I'm not Jesus, it takes money. God does open doors though,please get back on that table and DANCE.my pastor is stiffy (he's got an issue with dancing). oh well we must follow, up to a point. Eccl. 3:4 A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance; even David and Noah Danced before the lordI can't stop my praise.I gotta go, I'll send you the long version of "serious"liamkelly?wow, you have every kind of believer in your camp. many lovers of different god's?It nice to show love to everyone, but when it comes to serious structure, it would be nicer to have everyone on the same team (on one accord). that's just how I feel, although it is very hard just to get like-minded folk on one accord.Even Jesus had it like that. but there was a great lesson learned. Jesus know what he is doing, even during this letter. there are more things in heaven and earth than are even dreamt of in your philosophy.I have not even begun to talk about my philosophy, but it all starts with renewing the mind. and enjoying what God has created. "more things in heaven and earth than are even dreamt" like moving things by thinking, or thinking healing, having birds fly near you, etcreal power, no just talking about.Hey JaxsnNot picking a fight here at all. Sorry if it came over that way. Was just making a point about how people of different creeds can be and are inspired by the 'Spirit' as they define it.But reading over the thread, I'm not sure what I said has any relevance at all So, apologies from this side. My mind wanders sometimes. In fact, often.LiamLiam

[johnnydean1]

Quote:Quote:jchitty?, Thanks for the compliments. I "somewhat" have done what the Bama guy is doing (or did), but in the 21st century.Please don't get me wrong when I say "good for him, but I think there is a better way (to witness). Jesus said spread the Gospel to all the earthActs 1:8 But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth. If I were to talk about the Jesus plan in my city and just accept food, I would not be talking to you right now nor would people be able to read our post and give their opinion. where is the money to pay basic bills.I know it is very hard to accept Jesus using the internet, but I think, after reading how important it is for Him to get the word to the people,and having limited time to do so, TV and radio may have been on His list also.Since I'm not Jesus, it takes money. God does open doors though,please get back on that table and DANCE.my pastor is stiffy (he's got an issue with dancing). oh well we must follow, up to a point. Eccl. 3:4 A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance; even David and Noah Danced before the lordI can't stop my praise.I gotta go, I'll send you the long version of "serious"liamkelly?wow, you have every kind of believer in your camp. many lovers of different god's?It nice to show love to everyone, but when it comes to serious structure, it would be nicer to have everyone on the same team (on one accord). that's just how I feel, although it is very hard just to get like-minded folk on one accord.Even Jesus had it like that. but there was a great lesson learned. Jesus know what he is doing, even during this letter. there are more things in heaven and earth than are even dreamt of in your philosophy.I have not even begun to talk about my philosophy, but it all starts with renewing the mind. and enjoying what God has created. "more things in heaven and earth than are even dreamt" like moving things by thinking, or thinking healing, having birds fly near you, etcreal power, no just talking about.Hey JaxsnNot picking a fight here at all. Sorry if it came over that way. Was just making a point about how people of different creeds can be and are inspired by the 'Spirit' as they define it.But reading over the thread, I'm not sure what I said has any relevance at all So, apologies from this side. My mind wanders sometimes. In fact, often.LiamLiamChange your medication!