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John Staples

@johnstaples
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2013

So Long, and Thanks for All the Fish

I think 12 years was a pretty good run! Nothing but love to those FAWMers who have supported me and my music over the years. I am excited to see what's next! If you would like to get in touch or collaborate or whatever just shoot me an email at johns@johnstaplesmusic.com

Godspeed y'all!

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Arr yes - my first load is not so good - thx JS
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apropos of riffs:
https://youtu.be/gaABuxxXqe4?si=GokuB97H733T7-ZO

I tried many times to get ED into FAWM and failed,,,!
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Dammit I just find I haven't listened to even one JS! This is just a quick "thank you" for your comments anyway. In my present circumstances they've been more appreciated by me than ever, and it's the present circumstances that've wiped out most of my own listening and commenting. Next time!
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Hi John, thanks for your comment on my Oh The Mighty lyric! Think that was my favourite this year. And the type of lyric that I think would only have come from a FAWM skirmish!
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Hi John, thanks for the tip re: Bill. happy to support a fellow songwriter.
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You are gold, sir. The real deal. Thank you several times over, my dude.
*peace*
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Thank for your very uplifting and kind comment on my bee song!
And for opening up the support thread for Bill!
He informed me about his loss. It was one of many sad news this FAWM which had an impact to my experience this year.
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thanks John...happy fawm...DON'T PANIC 😀
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Thanks so much for stopping by! Glad you enjoyed taking that little road trip with us!
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Thank you so much, John! I'm happy you enjoyed. I will work on this song further. We will record vocals and replace the VST guitars. But it will take a while.
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Thanks so much for your kind comment on Sionainn’s Song and your thoughts on the skirmish discussions. I guess our skirmishing schedules didn’t mesh this year - I missed you! I hope you’re not so tired of things that you leave FAWM.

My apologies for not listening and commenting on your songs yet - I’ve had a hard time keeping up this year. Things should ease up for me after this weekend - hope you’re still around then.
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Hey John,
Thank you so much for your message of consolation to myself and y family, Life has become near impossible of late, and Messages such as yours eae the pain a bit.
Its not so much that i want to leave FAWM, as I juat sont feel like writing about what I think and feel..and dotn feel much like singing. I may well write some different ind of lyrics for collaborations thouhg. Im not sure where Im going, and most of my energy will be expended in trying to raise Estrella properly. I have always enjoyed your songs, wheich just get better with ach year, and hope you keep it up, either inside or outside of FAWM, which seeems to be now catering more to encouraging amateur work rather than providing a place for serious songwriters and musicians...although there are stil several dozen here who use this platform to create extraordinary work. For now at least, Im am taking a break, and wish you all the best,
your brother in song,

Bill
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All good! Relaxing not having to write new tunes, haha
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Came here because I'm a cheerleader in your fight against these mods. After listening to your songs I've become a big fan, and you're tackling some really meaty topics about relationships, death, even environmentalism. Thank you for your voice.
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I moved this across to the thread!
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It only lasted that long because i was laughing at the comment underneath it. :-).
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Regardless of the intent (or my own opinion), I'm inspired to make a 3600x60 song next year (probably a single upload)
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Thanks for your message. I love your 3,600x60 idea. Just saw the locked thread. I mean, where does it end? Such absurdity. And it was actively being promoted by mods.
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Locked by the time I got there, but of course, we all have to admit you were being deliberately provocative! 🙃 Hopefully tomorrow after song posting ends we'll be allowed our promised thread to calmly discuss our thoughts & concerns.
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Fabulous! So good they’ve closed the thread already, just as I was posting a supportive reply! Grrrr! Great work though! :-)
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Freaking Lol looks like that post got locked immediately 😄
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You may also wish to check out some of the recent comments here: https://write.fawm.org/forums/2208#c58103
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Thanks for your message, John - really appreciate it. Where quantity is so much more important than quality I know I don’t belong. The locked thread I started can be found on the final page of the forum section if you didn’t get to see all of it. Sad reading! :-(
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The reaction to the objections has been honestly hilarious
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Thanks for the lovely comment, John! Would love to chat over a pint at the Pied Bull 😀
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Thanks John!
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Thank you John for your comments. I have started to experiment in the country style but still haven't quite figured it out so your feedback is greatly appreciated :)
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Thank you, John! We are working on Alive. There will be an upload in the next couple of hours !
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John, thanks for the kind words on “Huh”. Sometimes I think that one take stuff has gotta a gritty truth to it. I can’t wait to check out some more of your tunes. Trying to finish and still catch up on the listening.
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I will be back soon to listen to your many masterpieces from FAWM 2024! Thank you for your kind comments on my lyrics. You rock!
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Hi, John! Wanted to make sure you know about next weekend's Superskirmish. @tcelliott is looking for hosts: https://write.fawm.org/forums/2272

I'm behind in my listening but look forward to stopping back by and checking out some of your new songs!
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thanks for your kind comments on "Contusions"! My next step is to check out some Mary Gauthier!
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All cool with that! Yes, some people identify more as solo project, and that's all cool. Good luck :)
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John, I remember your collab request from last year, but I decided to take a break from music. I'm too exhausted and uninspired. It may take months until I'm back. Just pinging you cause i still have you on my list.
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Thank you so much for your comment on 'Don't Let Go.' I have to admit I'm kind of surprised it came out. But that's why we do this thing called FAWM, to find the nuggets of gold.
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Thanks for your kind words on my opening song John. Much appreciated!!
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Hello!
Thanks for your comments on “Scorched.”
I would love to hear any musical ideas you have. ❤️
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Your comment on "Have a Heart (Leave Me Mine)" really made my day yesterday -- I'm still feeling encouraged and buoyed. Thank you!
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Thanks for your supportive comments on Climb Aboard.
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Thanks!
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@johnstaples Thank you so much for your condolences and your kind words on my song about my late brother. Much appreciated. Cheers, Smudgie
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Thanks for your very positive comment on verisimilitude I got a little dopamine rush
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spellings hard, internet awesome. Always look forward to your stuff.
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yup that dumpster song is really just a modern day waterloo sunset
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I think he a bit smaller than Ray Davies
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Thanks John! It was fun 😊
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Hey John, you might like my anti- Trump skirmish https://write.fawm.org/songs/282494#c175566
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Thank you for your lovely comment on 'Wise Man's Heart', John. (-:
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Happy FAWM wishes!
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Happy FAWM friend!! Can't wait to hear your stuff!
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Looking forward to your music, John, as always. Happy FAWMing!
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Happy FAWM 2024, John!
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John! Looking forward to your tracks this year!
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Greetings and welcome back John. Looking forward to your new works!
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And the countdown begins!! One more day. Can hardly wait to hear what you have for us this year! Happy FAWMing!
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Thanks for the info on how quickly the anti-viral should start working. Unfortunately I wasn't able to get it tonight but will be able to tomorrow morning. Maybe I'll feel better when the gun goes off on the 1st! 🤞
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So... Mr Staples... we meet again. 😎
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Hey there, John! I hope that you have a satisfying FAWM24!
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Mr. Staples, what a great pleasure it will be to hear your musical self again!!
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Here we go again John! Have yourself a great FAWM.
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Hi John! Let's get going!
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Hey John, Let's get it on
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Howdy John!!! I can't wait to hear the magic you create, my friend and mentor!!!
Here's to an awesome FAWM 2024!!!
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Hi, Mr. Staples! I hope you have a FAWMtastic #12!! ♫⋆。♪ ₊˚♬ ゚ I have appreciated your friendship over the last 12 years. Seems like yesterday. I cannot wait to hear what you concoct this year with your new toy! That almost looks like it could poke someone's eye out! haha! As always, your musicianship is top notch and you are a treat to hear every challenge, especially those rock tunes!! Bring 'em on!!! Let's get this party started!!! ♨ 🔥 🎵
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Hey John - Looking foward to your magic again.
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Hi John. Happy and magical February ✨️
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Happy FAWM from Australia - have fun doing that magical stuff you do, while the rest of us sit in awe :)
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Hi John! Have a great one!
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Hi, John! Good to see you back. Happy FAWMing!
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Have a great FAWM!
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As you wish sire! She is being a fluffbag, just curled up on her little pouff looking like butter wouldn’t melt ♥️ I hope you are all diddling well :)
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Hello neighbour 👋
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