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Sep 8Liked by Richard Shindell

Wasn't Illya Kuryaki in a band with Napoleon Solo? 🤔

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The Man from Uncle! Yes. I had forgotten. But in the show it's spelled Kuryakin. More to obsess over

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I know but the joke wouldn't work with an "n"!

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Well then I don't get the joke. Please explain!

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I was going to write Napoleon Sol but figured it might be a bit cryptic.

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Agents with a missing end letter in their name.

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That's why I didn't post it ☹️

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Sep 8Liked by Richard Shindell

Blood is purely analog! Nicely done!

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But often sampled.

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Thanks Richard, for the insights into the inner workings of the amazing music you create. I love the intimacies and intricacies of the whole process. You have shown what a struggle it can sometimes be. It is wonderful to be a fly on the wall. We are really looking forward to seeing you next month in Novato.

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Synergy, blood, heartbeats, and poetry. Nice combination. ❤️

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Sep 9Liked by Richard Shindell

Thanks for the tip on Clara Ballestero. She is wonderful.

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Hi Stephen. I'm so glad you followed the lead. And that we agree! I'll let my pal David know. Not only does he producer her recordings, he's frequently a co-writer.

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Back in the 90s I started a job in Nashville that I had a long commute to. I found that everyone played some instrument so we formed a band. Getting drums on a plane didn't work so I found Zendrum. Its a midi that let's you play drums somewhat like a guitar. You hook it to to any midi box and you play with your fingers. It may be something that could fit well in your set up. It takes up no space and takes just a short while to adapt to. I have their older Z4 , its been replaced by their ZX, along with a Roland TD-10 box.

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Thanks for sharing the continuing evolution of your beautiful songs. The new album is going to be wonderful. Can't wait!

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Sep 10Liked by Richard Shindell

Nothing like the thump of an acoustic drum kit. The trouble is playing loud enough to be heard when they are playing.

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Leo Fender solved that problem circa 1950!

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