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Posted by: Milenkovic Ivan Dec 25 2007, 01:49 PM
Well here it is guys. The collab is open for everyone who wants to jam along. Again there is no "perfect" solo, You do what You do, and that is all that matters. Feel free to hop in and throw in some blues licks so we can all have fun and learn something new from each other. 
I also invite GMC instructors too to join in, so we can have someone to learn of and analyze solos from. It is a small work for you, but a great deal for the members. Thanks
Little tip: I recommend using Dminor and Dmajor pentatonic scales combined. Experiment a little with those and you''ll see how nicely it fits together. HAVE FUN!
Posted by: USAMAN Dec 25 2007, 05:53 PM
I guess I'll start it out...Here ya go.
Posted by: Milenkovic Ivan Dec 25 2007, 07:46 PM
Very nice man, nice wah use. Keep them coming guys, lets hear some blues!
Posted by: Smells Dec 25 2007, 09:53 PM
Here ya go heres my take, Thought I`d try my new toy on this one (Pod XTL), god I love it!
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Posted by: fatb0t Dec 26 2007, 01:23 AM
Hm, getting all the riffs correct with one take is hard! I certainly did not suceed fully but this is my best shot =)
PS: Smells your take kicks ass
It was recorded through a Firewire 410 into a Shure SM57 hanging off a drum stick infront of my Mesa F-50. Hahha
Posted by: Milenkovic Ivan Dec 26 2007, 01:56 AM
So far great guys, keep them coming
Posted by: muntahunta Dec 26 2007, 12:00 PM
heres my attempt. just the most simplistic blues for me 
i know theres a couple of off notes in there but im hungover and had half hours sleep... thats my excuse and im sticking to it 
munta_blues_with_drums.mp3 ( 813.47K )
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munta_blues_without_drums.mp3 ( 813.47K )
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Posted by: Iluha Dec 27 2007, 12:52 PM
Here's my clean take, pure pentatonic abuse
I went a bit off tempo around the middle, but nothing too serious,also this time I just improvised unlike previous collab's where I wrote my solo before recording.
Posted by: Milenkovic Ivan Dec 27 2007, 04:04 PM
Great stuff guys, keep them coming
Posted by: Nick325 Dec 27 2007, 06:05 PM
is there room for me to post something?
Posted by: Crazyfret Dec 27 2007, 06:44 PM
Hey there. Here's my offering for the Blues collab.
This is the best of my solos, had to stop my fingers were hurting 
Had to go clean on this one it just felt right for me 
This was recorded from my line out socket on my Marshall MG 50DXF, (apparently the worst Marshall ever!!) and into my pc via IK Multimedia Stealthplug. Track recorded on Sonoma Riffworks.
Posted by: bodo Dec 28 2007, 01:09 AM
Ok this is my recording....
bodo
Posted by: Robin Dec 28 2007, 11:50 PM
Here's mine.
I tried something I havent done before, slide and fingerpicking with open D tuning on electric guitar.
I'm happy about the phrasing, but technique wise it's incredibly sloppy
(It's not always inside any particular scale btw)
Posted by: Tjchep Dec 29 2007, 07:59 AM
Just got back from Vacation.
Ill upload it in this post tomorrow.
The endings a bit iffy but whatever, And man, what good takes everyone! 
tj
BluesBt.mp3 ( 850.61K )
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BluesnoBt.mp3 ( 850.61K )
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Posted by: Milenkovic Ivan Dec 29 2007, 06:22 PM
Very good recordings guys, feel free to send them any time, the collab is still open for anybody.
Final deadline for this great blues collab will be on the 8th of January. Record them and send them
Posted by: Muris Dec 30 2007, 12:26 AM
I'm IN!!!
Posted by: Pavel Dec 30 2007, 01:45 PM
Ok, yesterday i promised Ivan i'll record a solo for this blues collab and here it is. I must admit i jammed an hour to this backing track and didn't like even 1 solo an i just figured out that blues is definitely not my style and i don't even enjoy playing it 
Here is my attempt:
With backing:
New_Blues_Collab___Solo_With_Backing.mp3 ( 813.47K )
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Without backing:
New_Blues_Collab___Solo_Without_Backing.mp3 ( 813.47K )
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One thing is sure - i'm not gonna take part in blues collaborations any more
Posted by: Milenkovic Ivan Dec 30 2007, 04:08 PM
Great effort Pavel and thanks for the support. There is no bad recordings just good fun here
I think this collab is going to be a nice one..
Again inviting all the forum to come and record some blues licks. Make the GMC proud guys
Posted by: Andrew Cockburn Dec 30 2007, 04:42 PM
Ok, I thought I'd have a go at this - lots of fun, I really enjoy blues!
Posted by: Muris Dec 31 2007, 02:20 AM
Great takes guys!!
I'll try to post mine in next few days
Posted by: Scoob Dec 31 2007, 06:00 PM
Here is my attempt.
I looked up the D minor Pentatonic and tried to stay with in it.
Thanks for the great exercise. I apologize in advance for the sloppy bits
Scoob
Scoob_Blues_Collab.mp3 ( 845.71K )
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Scoob_Blues_Collab_noBT.mp3 ( 845.3K )
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Posted by: Milenkovic Ivan Dec 31 2007, 06:27 PM
No problem man, great recording
Lets see you guys, let's make this collab the biggest one yet! Bring it on!
Posted by: Alex Lewis Jan 2 2008, 09:13 PM
Heres my shot hope you like!
blues_collab_backing_D7alexsolo.mp3 ( 871.06K )
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blues_collab_backing_D7alexsoloonly.mp3 ( 871.06K )
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Posted by: PlayAllDay Jan 2 2008, 11:00 PM
Lets see you guys, let's make this collab the biggest one yet!
Bring it on! OK I will try and get an upload ready in time too then
This will be an enormous song but the end!!
Posted by: Milenkovic Ivan Jan 2 2008, 11:30 PM
Okay man, I'll wait it not a problem at all, we can go through the deadline a few days, take it easy.
So folks, once again, 10 more days to end the blues collab, plenty of time on your hands, grab that guitar and lets see how you play the blues - your style off course. As you can see, we have all kind of sounds and players here, so it doesn't matter if you play HM or HC or Punk, or Rock, or Jazz, it all came from one music. Lets hear it at its best on the GMC
Posted by: Robin Jan 2 2008, 11:31 PM
In that case I might record a new one if thats ok
Posted by: JVM Jan 2 2008, 11:34 PM
So folks, once again, 10 more days to end the blues collab, plenty of time on your hands, grab that guitar and lets see how you play the blues - your style off course. As you can see, we have all kind of sounds and players here, so it doesn't matter if you play HM or HC or Punk, or Rock, or Jazz, it all came from one music. Lets hear it at its best on the GMC
Cool. I just got my sm57 in the mail here, so I think I'll be experimenting with it and I should have something for you within ten days. I kind of need a stand for it though
Or at least some way to keep it at a good position.
Posted by: Milenkovic Ivan Jan 3 2008, 01:29 AM
Get some pillows in front of the amp and mike it like that until you buy a stand.
Also (if you can please) keep me updated about other recording equipment you used and the recording process, I like commenting those too (off course constructively)
Sure if you want, no problem
Posted by: JVM Jan 3 2008, 02:02 AM
Also (if you can please) keep me updated about other recording equipment you used and the recording process, I like commenting those too (off course constructively)
Sure if you want, no problem
Great idea on the pillow thing Ivan. Is it better to mic in a small room or a larger one? And I would probably need to do something with the walls right, I've heard that the hard surfaces can really affect your tone when mic'ing.
Posted by: JWBauer Jan 3 2008, 08:41 PM
Blues_collab_solo_JWBauer.mp3 ( 1016.84K )
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Blues_collab_mix1_jwbauer.mp3 ( 1016.84K )
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Here are my files. This site rocks. I love playing slow blues like this. It is a great way for a beginner to jam and actually learn some good licks.
Posted by: Zephyr Jan 4 2008, 06:09 AM
Blues_collab_solo_JWBauer.mp3 ( 1016.84K )
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Blues_collab_mix1_jwbauer.mp3 ( 1016.84K )
: 175Here are my files. This site rocks. I love playing slow blues like this. It is a great way for a beginner to jam and actually learn some good licks.
Hey, I have the same acoustic as you! The Esteban Starlight Edition! I got it off of... a home shopping network... 
I haven't had it for a long time, I left in in California with my mother when I moved up here, that was before summer. Anyways, sorry I'm so late. My internet was having issues, and then I forgot that I signed up for this! I'll try and get something done as soon as I can!
Posted by: JVM Jan 4 2008, 06:17 AM
I just recorded something I'm fairly happy with - but it's on the toneport. I can't fire up the amp right now - too late at night So I'll jam some more tomorrow, and then record it again through my amp.
Awesome backing track!
Posted by: Milenkovic Ivan Jan 4 2008, 04:11 PM
Thanks m8,
regarding your amp... put the amp in the smaller room if you can and wire it. You can put it in the bigger room, it is not a problem, but smaller one creates little reverb, and off course, you need to be dry because of the later production process.
Also put some blankets around the amp, or cover it, this will definately get rid some of the reverberation.
Posted by: JVM Jan 4 2008, 08:56 PM
What do you mean by "wire it"?
Posted by: Milenkovic Ivan Jan 4 2008, 08:59 PM
Mike it, i said wire it instead, sorry for the confusion
Posted by: preownedguitar Jan 5 2008, 12:19 AM
Hey Ivan. Nice backing track. I didn't even notice that this one was open to the public until 30 minutes ago. Had a great time playing this one. Happy new year.
With backing
Bluesorig.mp3 ( 2.03MB )
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Without backing
Bluesorignoback.mp3 ( 2.03MB )
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Sean
Posted by: JVM Jan 5 2008, 12:53 AM
If the collab is going to be open til the 12th still, I won't be able to record the amp til next week sometime most likely However, since I already recorded something, what I'll do is post that now and if you want to change the end date thats fine. If not I'll try to get something in and then we can compare my tone
This was my third improv last night and if I were to record it again it'd probably just be more or less the same just mic'd instead.
Posted by: Milenkovic Ivan Jan 5 2008, 01:12 AM
Okay guys, thanks a lot for participation, going to sleep now lot of work today
@preownedguitar
sure its open man, I'll keep it open for a week or son, and then the final mix.
@JVM
Don't worry man, you did great, relax, and try to record it if not, we will prolong the deadline - no rush
Once again I invite ALL GMC MEMBERS to do a small contribution to this great blues collab.
Posted by: machogriz Jan 5 2008, 01:59 AM
Great backing track. This is my first post and also first collab.
I messed up on a few parts, but I like this take too much to worry about doing it again.
Posted by: Twibeard Jan 5 2008, 10:04 PM
Here is my take ... only been playing guitar for 11 weeks, so dont get scared now
BluesCollWback.mp3 ( 830.65K )
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BluesCollNOback.mp3 ( 826.66K )
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Posted by: JWBauer Jan 6 2008, 06:54 AM
I just figured out that the Bm pentatonic scale works as well.
Posted by: Milenkovic Ivan Jan 6 2008, 03:42 PM
Bminot pentatonic has the same notes as the Dmajor pentatonic, so you're spot on! I would love to see some solos including major and minor scales mixed together, because I think this is one of the main ingredients of the Blues. I wrote this on my oppening post in the topic
Great recordings so far guys. I've decided to do mu own recording in the end too, so we can comment each other.
Collab is still open!
Posted by: Muris Jan 6 2008, 09:52 PM
Here's my take Ivan.
Just changed strings,B might be a little low but nothing to kill hearing I hope. 
Blues_Collab_Muris.mp3 ( 825.86K )
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Blues_Collab_Muris_No_BT.mp3 ( 825.86K )
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Posted by: Fran Jan 6 2008, 10:19 PM
Hi guys, just a question:
Until when are the collabs usually open?
Thanks
Posted by: Muris Jan 6 2008, 10:20 PM
This one is until 8th January I think
Posted by: Milenkovic Ivan Jan 7 2008, 01:07 AM
It says in my signature for my collabs, but I think everybody put the deadline on the topic about the collab if they have one.
Great take Muris as always. I can almost smell the power behind the fingers, thanks again for participating.
Posted by: Crazyfret Jan 7 2008, 10:02 AM
Just changed strings,B might be a little low but nothing to kill hearing I hope.
Oh I love the sound you have Muris.
Bet you can make any chunk of wood sound good
Posted by: Fran Jan 8 2008, 07:52 PM
Hi all,
This is my first collab and it's by no means even close to what has been added so far, but it's my best and here it goes
I hope you find at least one lick that you may enjoy!
Posted by: Milenkovic Ivan Jan 8 2008, 07:56 PM
Thank you very much for participating man Really good effort!
Posted by: Mrblomme Jan 8 2008, 11:28 PM
I'll try to get something done but I'll asure you. It'll sound like ¨*****
Posted by: Milenkovic Ivan Jan 9 2008, 12:23 AM
DO it m8, we are here for the fun of it.
Posted by: Crazyfret Jan 9 2008, 10:43 AM
Yeah do it mate. I felt like that when I did my first one!! But we all support each other in here to become better players. The instructors will give a balanced opinion on your playing and offer advice on how to improve it.
You've nothing to lose
Posted by: muntahunta Jan 9 2008, 01:07 PM
how long has this collab got to go?
Posted by: Smells Jan 9 2008, 01:17 PM
open till the 12th Jan I think mate, its on Ivans sig
Posted by: Milenkovic Ivan Jan 12 2008, 12:22 PM
Ok guys, I'm doing the final mix tomorrow. If you wanna try some recordings today do it
Posted by: HKM67 Jan 14 2008, 06:31 AM
Hi dear GMC Friends,
my first post on the forum and because I desperatly love the blues I couldn't pass on this one.
Here's my try on the track - ... let me know what you think.
All the best and rock on
Cheers
Horst
Posted by: Milenkovic Ivan Jan 14 2008, 03:26 PM
This is great man, I'll except the recording although the collab is closed BUT you must send me solo guitar recording too in order for me to mix it properly. Can you do that?
NO MORE UPLOADS PLEASE. MORE BLUES COLLABS SOON!
FINAL MIX TONIGHT!
Posted by: muntahunta Jan 14 2008, 07:22 PM
i cant wait!
Posted by: Mick Hurst Jan 16 2008, 04:40 PM
I also invite GMC instructors too to join in, so we can have someone to learn of and analyze solos from. It is a small work for you, but a great deal for the members. Thanks
Little tip: I recommend using Dminor and Dmajor pentatonic scales combined. Experiment a little with those and you''ll see how nicely it fits together.
HAVE FUN!Hi Ivan,
I've just had a listen to the blue jam collab, and loved it, I need to learn more. In the D7 backing track, can you please tell me what the other chords are ? I've tried to work them out but I'm not certain that I have them correctly. I'd appreciate it very much.
Mant Thanks
Mick
Posted by: Milenkovic Ivan Jan 16 2008, 09:01 PM
Its a classic I-IV-V progression, so D7 - E7 - F#7. Have fun!
Posted by: Mick Hurst Jan 16 2008, 09:06 PM
Many thanks Ivan, I got it right but I was'nt confident, so needed to check. Thanks again.
Mick
Posted by: Milenkovic Ivan Jan 17 2008, 01:43 AM
No problem, glad to help
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