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Dragondreams

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Welcome to Castle Dragondreams, looming above the gloomy village of Upper Trendleby Down, where time has no influence, and the werewolves share a pint with the goblins in the local tavern.
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Personal pronouns: he, him, his, or Your Loud Deepness.

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New album out 16 February!
https://dragondreams.bandcamp.com/album/winds

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Hey Paul! I am way behind on listening/commenting. I hope to catch up soon, but in the meantime, I scooted on over to Bandcamp and bought a copy of Metamorph plus promoted it a wee bit on Facebook, Twitter and here on FAWM! Listening now and LOVING it!!!
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Hey Paul, Good FAWM. Thanks for being such a big part of my 2023 FAWM. I think we did pretty good collabs. Hope to see you again next year. Naomi too thanks you for taking her poetry to another level.
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@cts
…aaaaand there’s the key right there. Repetition. Something I sorely wish I had stayed disciplined with. Now that I have a deeper appreciation for the theory of music, I’m kicking myself for not being more dedicated to the method and routine. Well, can’t keep looking through the rear view mirror, so I press forward. Don’t be surprised if I cross the moat, knock on the drawbridge and request answers like a Jung apprentice.
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@cts
Amazing. I’m guessing it’s like jamming. What intrigues me is that it feels/sounds so intentional; so structured. I recall this brother dance duo, Les Twins, who say they don’t necessarily stage their routines, they more or less “vibe” off of each other but they stay in sync with each other at every move. It’s almost otherworldly. This direction in your music has definitely left an impression on me. We’ll see where it leads. I’ll be in touch, brohim.
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Aw, Paul, when it comes to music enough is never enough, you know that. ;)
I want you to know that I’ve listened to so much more of your music than the comments may reflect. I come back just to hear something special and am never disappointed. But, I don’t always have the words, or the spoons, to try to express what I always find waiting in those chords and musical moments. So, no, it’s never enough, but I see you’ll have an album out soon!! 😄
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I'd say congrats on your trophy, but it looks like I'm 47 songs too late.
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Thanks so much for listening to my added track on @zecoop 's "Winter Rain!" It was an honor to be invited and a lot of fun to record.
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Paul I listened to both a couple of times and the more I listen to idea
#1, the more I like it. It introduces subtle sounds which correspond to the text but still leaves my voice clear as a bell. Let's do that one. I'm working on my version of the Winds of Change
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It is *killer*!
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Would you mind if I posted my song to Geoffrey as a personal track? If that’s okay, let me know if you’d like to be tagged as a collaborator. Of course I’d mention it’s your backing track in the liner notes, but don’t want to mess with your numbers.
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Hey Paul, Just listened to "Shazzam". It's a lot better than just my voice alone. It's sort of like being in outer space...out in the galaxy of of galaxies. ..Maybe the sounds you might hear in a spaceship traveling outward. Never having done any production work other than on my i-phone, I can't imagine how one might capture that "trip of a lifetime". I like the fact that it's just 8+ minutes long. If you have an other interpretations, I would love to hear them. If not, please post this. I think its great.
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Paul, When I didn't hear back from Naomi for a couple of days, I sensed she might have wanted me to do it using my own voice, so I did my own quick improv on about 1/2 of her work which was almost 5 minutes long. She loved your versions but also wanted me to do my improv on the full length of her poem. I told her I wouldn't be able to get to it for a while. If you want I can repost "Winds of Change" with her lyrics or I can just add the lyrics to your post which is what I'd rather do, because my version is far from what I would want it to be.
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Hey Paul, do you know this guy?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WuB2tH-wnXY
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Paul, Naomi finally got back to me. She was away taking care of her mothers estate. She was totally impressed with your work and loves each of the two versions I sent her. She prefers the the wind version over the synth version but thanks you for making the extra effort to do the synth version. She says she's fine with posting it on your page. Thanks again.
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@fuzzy
Well thanks, but be careful what you say or you might be surprised!
You heard what happened with the Constipation song, after all!! 😄
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@fuzzy
Hey, I'm not sure I'm gonna get to "Dream Peddler/Piddler" by the end of the month.
However, my laptop is like a giant recycle bin, so those stems might show up as something entirely different during the next 50/90 (if that's ok, and with full credit to you, of course!).
I may have already congratulated you, but congrats on the huge number of songs you've made this FAWM!!
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Thanks my friend. You are a gentleman and a scholar. Much appreciated. I'll let you know if and when everyone's at the table!
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Yeah, I watched a behind-the-scenes w/ Ludwig Göransson making the music. I was so surprised when he whipped out the bass recorder for those iconic notes. I never would have guessed...
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I remember listening to your segment in @coolparadiso's podcast. Don't you also play bass recorder like they used in The Mandalorian soundtrack? The alto flute in the jam sounded really really nice. However you recorded that gave it a very cool sound.
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Just wanted to express my "WOW" at your production skills with 16 collaborators. Fabulous work. What type of woodwind is that? Was that your first instrument? Very very impressive to all involved.
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Paul, I enjoyed your CastleDragon Jam. It's a work of art simply to get that many people together online to produce an album. In regards to "The Shape of Wind", Naomi has not yet gotten back to me yet. I'd love to post it now because I think it's terrific, but I think we'd better wait for her nod. Hope that's OK.
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Phew. Good to hear. It was a one take thing and doing it again might now have worked... 😉
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I got a notification that you have the files.
Sorry that they run over the allocated bar length... Let me know if you want me to do them again or edit them down? 🤔
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Dragondreams (Paul?), Three spectacular interpretations. Improvized no less along side of Naomi's reading of her own poem. I am thrilled with your work. I suspect Naomi will be too. Thanks. So quickly too! I love them all. I will send all three to her and will let you know her reaction (response) when I get it. Blessings on you!
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Spectacular job on that "Shape of Wind" Collab. You are an artist with sound. Thanks
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Ahem... yeah. A size, like what they are supposed to.
I have ordered a brain replacement. Hopefully it'll get here before the end of the month...
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I just tried to send you 2 files for the big jam track by WeTransfer, but it sort of looked weird. Could you let me know if you get them or not?

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scratch that - user error - am resending now... ;)
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Dragondreams, I have posted a poem called "The Shape of Wind". The author loaned it to me in the hopes of finding music for it. I thought of you immediately! Would you mind taking a look at it to see if it's something you would consider. Thanks
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Though I don't comment often, I listen to everything you release. Great compositions this year. You consistently create music that emotes and inspires feelings. Just a quick note to let you know that I enjoy.
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You are very welcome, Paul! 😃
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@fuzzy
You know how much I love working with stems!
Can't promise anything as I feel a bit overwhelmed with collabs right now, but I'll give it a try!
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@fuzzy
Is that a dare?!?
Sounds like a dare.....
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@dragondreams Awesome. Got it!
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Dragondreams, Yes! I would be honored if you would do a musical interpretation of "Shazzam". I have listened to some of your songs and I like what you do with your music. I have included a 7:39 minute voice file in my most recent posting. If you can't acces it there, I can send you a voice file by e-mail. I have also included a little history in the explanation box of my most recent posting of "Shazzam" which you might find helpful. I have no problem with your particular existential stance. By way of explanation, I am unapologetically Christian, but my ancestors who came out of Yorkshire were Viking and so I am as student of Snorri Sturleson and the Saga School as well as having worked among the Stoneys(Nakota Souix) of Canada who did Vision Quests. I also fought alongside Vietnames military collegues whe were Zen Buddhists. I'm eclectic and open to diverse musical interpretations
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@nadine
Yeah, that's nice, I can write it down in 1-2 days. Tabs are just super heavy, cause I have to consider playability (and usually fail)
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@nadine
Thanks for your comment on Backwards. Sure you can join as a bassist. Do you need tabs? A solo track of my idea? Or just write whatever feels right for me? My bassline is full of slides and mini improvisations, it will be a hell to tab! I'll add you, thanks.
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@dragondreams Awesome. Totally looking forward to buying the album on the BandCamp! (just saw the notes!)
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@mikeb
Thanks for the comment on 'Sunstorm X3'! Its a lot of fun messing with synths, but I don't think anyone (including me) wants to hear a 4 hour 'voyage' like this! The first time I ever played a Mini Moog (at a store in 1974), I must have sat there for 2 hours playing with the knobs and switches with an amp blasting out next to me! I might have been chemically enhanced at the time .....
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@fuzzy
Glad you liked it!
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Thanks for dropping by for a listen!
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Hi! I've just emailed you a contribution to the Castle Jam session... Hope it's okay!
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You know, I almost (just almost) added you as collab without asking... then I thought I'll wait 24 hours and then nudge you lol
I've added you now
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@fuzzy
Got em.
No farts this time, I promise!
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@fuzzy
Yes, of course!
I'll do my best!
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Ha ha! Or do you just REALLY love curry and have a craving for a TIKKA MASSALA COMBO? 🤔 🤣🤣🤣
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Thanks for your kind comments on "Loyalty." I'm so glad you liked it! I recorded that on my iPhone "Voice Memos", so I'm glad it came out well.
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FYI - The demo is now up for Rooftop Dragon!
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@pippa
Yes, please, DD. If you care to tackle my slow air on flute, I'd love that. And feel free to change it up if necessary.
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File sent back 😃😎
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It arrived just yet - everythings fine. But maybe it will take a little time.
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this time it worked - but I am not able to add this file into Garageband .... So, please, send it per weTransfer :-)
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the link does not work - can you send me the file via weTransfer at my email address (you find it in my bio)
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Oh, yes! Of course! It would be a great honor to me!
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Thanks for your words, Paul! I really enjoyed doing that and your music is such a warm and soft bed for my poetry.
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Hi Paul, thank you so much for your beautiful, moving and kind comment on Frosty Roses.
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@cts
Transcription complete, brother. And congrats on the win!
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Hello :) I've kinda been out of things for a while. I am hoping that FAWM will kick me in the butt and get me out there and working/creating again ! xxx
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13?! Well SOMEONE’S retired aren’t they! 😃❤️
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@fuzzy
Well I'm glad you were OK with that.
I actually put together a quite nice Ambient piece from your stems before I laid those juvenile sound effects on.
Here's the "Clean Mix" if you're interested...
Feel free do do something with it if you'd like.
Or not. 😀
https://www.dropbox.com/s/k70ax64tlbq0g7j/Dragondreams-Fuzzy%20-%20Winds%20Of%20Constipation%20-%20Clean%20Mix.mp3?dl=0
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Ah that's interesting, it seems to bring more tone back than an ordinary reverb would. Love the effect.
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@pippa
Thanks, Dragondreams. Means a lot! 😀
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@cts
Please do!
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@fuzzy
Got em.
I'll see what I can do!
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@fuzzy
I'd love the stems if possible, plz!
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@beej
if you need me to road test the PA....
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@fuzzy
Just read your comment in the "Comparison Syndrome" thread.
I, for one, am very glad that you do not conform to any "commercial "standard"". 😀
You've been busy; time for me to get listening!
(Even tho I haven't heard it yet, I'm tempted to ask if I can remix "Winds of Consternation" just so I can call it "Winds of Constipation" 😄 )
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You are very welcome for the trigger warning. I hope to be mindful when I write about topics that may need careful/or no engagement from people depending on their own experiences and mental health. I'm loving your atmospheric instrumentals!
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@safred
Thanks for listening to my Haiku track, lovely feedback, thank you :)
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@reklov
Thank you very much for your kind words to my first song! Unfortunately I have no flute so the recorder must do!

You are very hard-working. Let's see if I can come along...
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Thanks for your help!
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Looking forward to listening to the suite, the titles popping up remind me of movements in a Dream Theater tune! 😀
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Paul, I’m very sincere with my compliments. Only thing is I feel like a broken record. If you ever need someone to build up your confidence just let me know…Then I’ll just babble on…😜
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Thank you for supporting my opossum music! I included you in my latest song!
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Thanx for your suggestion. I will do as you advise. I am new around here and saw another post. By the way, I don't drink ale with goblins, only the ogres and trolls and, on rare occasions, hill giants.
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Thank you for stopping by and leaving kind words on "I'll Make It, I Will." 😀
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Thanks for checking out my track and comment on blue dream so quickly into our challenge it means a lot.
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Hey, where’s your new sidekick, and have you told him what he’s in for this month?
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I got excited for FAWM to start and thought today was Feb 1. I'm looking and then, looking frantically to find the song posting apparatus only to realize I had premature posting syndrome.
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Yeah, that ol' Staples feller can be a handful!
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Howdy Paul. Here's to a stellar FAWM!
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@pippa
Hi Paul and Vinnie... wishing you much happy FAWMing. Looking forward to hearing your new Loud Deepness.
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Hi! Looking forward to hearing this year's FAWMlings :)
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@cts
Brohim - we need to have a meeting of the minds. I’ll hit you up this week. Hope all is well (I’m hanging in here). Happy FAWMing!
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Welcome back!
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@wacha
Hey Paul, I'm looking forward to hearing some great music from you!
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Happy 2023 FAWM!!!
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Following fellow UK based FAWMers, welcome, hope you have a great FAWM.

There are not that many of us.
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Hey Paul…Thanks for your note. Definitely planning on something with Wobbie. So fun collaborating with her.

I’m ready to be impressed, which is something you never fail to do. Look forward to hearing your magical music.
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I plope so, too, Your Loud Deepness 😀
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I've put out a call for bad banjo on forums. Why don't you call for bad basses??? 😀
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They're a $50 set so very village rough and the intonation is a little variable (i.e. NOT Labu flutes which are a market quality up, and 2 orders of magnitude shipping cost, I'd need to pay for a customs agent....). One has a mouthpiece split (bamboo) which I need to fix but as that's the C flute it's the least problematic. The deeper ones are very nice but my PVC electrical conduit is equally as good. Interesting.
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Welcome Your Loud Deepness, I feel compelled to bow before you now.
Happy Fawming to you and your werewolves :)
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My Indian fipple flutes (all 8 of them) arrived yesterday. It's an omen.
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That’s a great shot of the castle.
I am excited about what you and Vinnie will create this FAWM … looking forward to some more fipple worrying for sure. Have a great FAWM.
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Hmmm. I'm thinking the werewolves share a pint but if the pub is out of chicken wings those goblins will go missing. *crunch, crunch* Not very meaty, though.

What mayhem have you in store this year?
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Greetings to you!! I hope that all is well with you. Definitely looking forward to hearing what you create this year!
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Aaa! Now I get it. Yes, yes, I like the dark too. 🤣
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You like the dark? 😀 What's that a reference to? I'm out of loop.
Have a fun fawm!
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Wow - the video you posted as your Gateway song is incredible. What a cool castle you run! And I laughed about your sucking the skulls of your enemies. I think having my head leeched from time to time could be pretty useful. It gets crowded up there.
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A Vinnie and Paul FAWM!! Exciting!!
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@audrey
Hi Paul. Hope you have a great FAWM. Looking forward to trying a collaboration with you. I'm still just using Sibelius, but maybe we can work something out. I'd love to try. :)
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@thetau
Are we having FAWM yet.
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Thanks, Paul. Deez thought you were amazing! :)
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@aeye
Happy FAWM!!
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@jamkar
Greetings good friend! I anticipate a joyful noise!
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Happy FAWM, Paul!! I hope it's full of inspiration for you!
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Hiya Paul - I'm looking forward to hearing what comes out of Castle Dragondreams this year, for sure!
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@nadine
Hey Paul! Oh, will you do dark music this year?!
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Hi Paul. Looking forward to your beautiful castle music. Brilliant profile and village tavern pick.
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Hey there DD, it feels weird leaving a message on here when we talk a lot anyway, but here's to a great FAWM filled with creativity.
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Happy FAWM!! I hope Vinnie makes an appearance 🎶
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@mikeb
Happy FAWM 2023!
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Oh dear god, I LOVE Castle Dragondreams! Bring it on!!
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Have a great FAWM @dragondreams
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@beej
Castle Dragondreams..... I feel the need to party / break a PA or three!
Let's do this thing!!
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@datsch
I got a multiscale bass recently as well -- took about 3 nanoseconds to get used to it and five minutes to perceive 'normal' basses as funny and squared-off-looking ...
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Hey Paul and Vinnie! Hoping to hear some duets from you two!!!
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@beacon
Yes, Your Loud Deepness, so glad to have you here! I'm expecting fipple madness.
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Have an excellent Fawm 2023!
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Here we are again!! As always, since our first FAWM together, I am looking forward to your incredible creations! :)
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@scubed
Happy FAWMing, Paul! Look forward to hearing your amazing creations!
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@fuzzy
Ooh..
Suitably creepy and mysterious music!
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Hey there! Can’t wait to hear those unfairly beautiful recorder sounds of yours! ;)
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woohoo here we are again! have fun!
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Ooo, yes. Must remember to get me some of that. It's been a pit pricey lately... I wonder if they'll have any in at the Lidl this week...? 😉
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Damn right I'm ready!
Are all your recorders restrung and do you have new reeds in all your basses? 🤔
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G'day, Sir Paul! Always so happy to see you here and listening to your dragony dreamy tunes and hope you incorporate your handsome Vinnie into them this year! Don't forget to bring the bananas!
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@fuzzy
Collab?
Of course! 😀
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@esc4p3
Duuuuuuuude, we're in \m/
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@fuzzy
I so look forward to hearing new music from you!
I'm still wondering what ever happened to those humans on board that alien spacecraft....
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Oh, yes! It will be a joy to me to do this again!
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Hi Paul! Wishing you a Wonderfull and exiting FAWM ... maybe we hear something from Vinnie? Looking forward for your new tracks!
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