1,176 Reply by Phill Williams

(7 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)

In my teens I attended lots of very loud concerts and walking home my ears would be ringing like the bells of a thousand churches! The ringing would be gone by the morning but at 67 the ringing is there constantly. I don't think I have any significant hearing loss for my age. I do get asked to repeat what I've said, I think that's due to Ann's hearing deteriorating, don't tell her I said that!

I've played many loud gigs but never been stupid enough to get too close to the speakers. I play a lot quieter now.     

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1,177 Reply by Phill Williams

(8 replies, posted in About Chordie)

Hi and thanks for bringing this to our attention. I just tried it myself and found the same problem. I'll bring this to Roger's attention and hopefully he or Admin can sort the problem out.     

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1,178 Reply by Phill Williams

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Hello Jim. So sorry to hear your sad news. I guess your family are all around you at this moment, and you'll probably find that you'll try to be strong for them. So please remember you have friends here on Chordie that are always happy to listen and support you now and in the future.

Sincerely Phill.     

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1,179 Reply by Phill Williams

(9 replies, posted in My local band and me)

I've said before that your music could be made into a rock opera type piece consisting of instrumentals and songs. I know you have an interest in medieval England, the Norman conquest and the Saxons as already you've posted a few pieces to say as much. All you need do now is put them all together and we may have another Rick Wakeman or Mike Oldfield. Great work.     

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1,180 Reply by Phill Williams

(6 replies, posted in Songwriting)

It's nice to know that some teachers are still appreciated the way they were back in my day. All the teachers seemed to be in their 70s and loved the freedom they had to use the cane! Some because they could make a joke of it and entertain us hooligans. And some because they were sadistic perverts still rooted in Victorian times. Ah! how things have changed?

From your words I detect a bond of respect and fondness for your colleague, the words describe it perfectly. Well done headmaster, another winner.

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1,181 Reply by Phill Williams

(4 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)

Thank you both, I had a great father's Day. I told my kids and grand kids not to bother, so they didn't! No just kidding, lots of chocolate and cards, then several amber liquids last night topped off with a Guiness... Lovely jubley.
I hope you both and all the Chordie dad's had a great day too?     

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1,182 Reply by Phill Williams

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as one that has been there, i can say that the last rubber stamp that says "it's over" is the loudest noise you'll ever hear. chin up and welcome to the first day of the rest of your life. pob hwyl     

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1,183 Reply by Phill Williams

(8 replies, posted in My local band and me)

Got to say it's very interesting. As I was listening I could imagine the bass and drums giving it what for. Are you planning a vocal? As it seems more or less finished just needing bass, drums and a wild man giving it large and of course a screaming guitar solo. Let us know how you get on.     

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1,184 Reply by Phill Williams

(26 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)

very nice looking guitar. sounds like a native Ozzy make?     

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1,185 Reply by Phill Williams

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i've tried detuning and found it didn't sound right on my 12 string box! i know it aint a good make or anything but it does sound better in concert pitch. i also broke the high G string so i left it off, i only miss it if i'm doing a solo     

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1,186 Reply by Phill Williams

(9 replies, posted in My local band and me)

Hi Pete, yes very Pink Floyd-ish, I think I detected some Beatles "Tomorrow never knows" -ish in there too. I can imagine this at full volume in the dark with the video running must be like an acid trip, never done any kind of drugs I hasten to add.     

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1,187 Reply by Phill Williams

(8 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)

I'm still kicking Russ, glad to see you are too and back recording. Any news on the band front?     

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1,188 Reply by Phill Williams

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keepitreal wrote:

Hi neophyte. Getting to grips with the 12 string, but it sounds a little thin. I have some new  (martin)strings to try, when I get round to re stringing. Thanks for asking.

glad to see you back and posting     

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1,189 Reply by Phill Williams

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congrats to you and your lovely other half. there'll be two bald guitar dudes in your home, for a while anyway till the little one sprouts hair? look forward to the pics in september     

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1,190 Reply by Phill Williams

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These days I get that on most songs. Since I retired I've put on a few pounds and most seem to have gone to my fingers. When I mess up during a gig I just say "I haven't practiced that for a while" which is probably true anyway. I like simple riffs like Smoke on the water or Don't stop believing.     

*edited to rectify predictive text mess ups*

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1,191 Reply by Phill Williams

(26 replies, posted in Songwriting)

Great story... I'm coming back as a dog, your dog that is.     

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1,192 Reply by Phill Williams

(19 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)

Hi Scott, not many people outside here as it's been raining all day, horrible drizzley stuff. Last summer was so much better. I suppose we'll have to wait another 5 years for a summer that good.     

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1,193 Reply by Phill Williams

(19 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)

Hi Grah,  yes same here only no festivals mainly hotels and pubs. it's dirty work but someone has to do it? And those pint pots don't get any lighter...lol     

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1,194 Topic by Phill Williams

(19 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)

The forums have been so quiet lately, weekends have been that way for quite a while. It's a shame that with all the members Chordie boasts, only a few can be bothered to come to the forums and chat unless they want something, eg how to do this, how to get rid of that, where can i find this or that song etc. I must admit that I've been guilty of not posting or beginning new discussions myself. For that I apologise. On the other hand I don't frequent Face book or any other sites of that nature so I do my venting here as it's great to help in any way or review original songs or poems. I am limited as far as the technical side of music or even computing is concerned, but I try. 

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1,195 Reply by Phill Williams

(7 replies, posted in Poems)

Hi Scott. I thought I'd already replied to this, apparently not so here are my thoughts;

Beautifully written in an almost classical style. shows deep thought and an experience of life. I've read this piece several times now and all I can do is applaud your writing and talent. Well done.     

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1,196 Reply by Phill Williams

(26 replies, posted in Songwriting)

Hi Jets, how did I miss this first time around? It is very cleverly written and so observant, reminds me of my childhood and the dogs we had back in the 50' s. I would also like to hear it when you have the time.     

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1,197 Reply by Phill Williams

(7 replies, posted in Poems)

Tenement Funster wrote:

lol lol lol

That's brilliant writing, Phill ... thanks for the grins & chuckles. You got me to thinking about other things which have to be used in pairs (gloves, shoes, ski poles, etc.) and how a missing one makes the other one pretty much useless. Glad you found your red-toed socks. Wear them with dignity, 'cuz they're probably the only socks on the planet that have a poem written about them.

This is true, my friend, unfortunately having found the sock it now appears to have a hole in the toe...do i feel another poem coming on? NO.

SKI POLES?

can you imagine turning up at a gig with your amp but no guitar? i've done that, what a nightmare that gig was.     

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1,198 Reply by Phill Williams

(7 replies, posted in Poems)

Thanks guys, as I always say; when you think of something write it down. Finishing off is the hard part!     

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1,199 Reply by Phill Williams

(5 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)

Hi Jim, good spot, very funny.
the bass looks like a Fender arm tacked onto a block of wood and a pick-up stuck on! What the round thing is I cant say or what use it is.     

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1,200 Topic by Phill Williams

(7 replies, posted in Poems)

A true story....

The Prodigal Sock.               Phill Williams.

I delved into my sock drawer.
Pulled out my favourite socks.
Red on toe and heel.
And grey up to the top.

I slipped them on my clean dry feet.
I'd just stepped from the shower.
All dressed and sprayed.
And shaved and clean.
Ready for.....whatever.

Several hours later.
Satisfied of thirst.
My socks removed and in the wash.
Then into bed I fell.

Waking up next morning.
Put all my clothes to dry.
Shirts and vests and underwear.
And socks but my-oh-my!

My favourite socks had lost a sock.
I search the washing drum.
I search the washing basket.
The search revealing....none!

Then there below the breakfast table.
A flash of red appeared.
My prodigal sock had revealed itself.
My relief was so sincere.

The moral of this story.
If it needed one.
Is; don't give up on what you love.
It's there, somewhere, no doubt. 

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