Man, oh man! I really didn't realize how long a 3 week break would feel, but I swear by week two I was getting antsy and kinda regretting my decision lol! Although I think I probably will wind up alternating cycles here, the first week and a half felt like such a wasted opportunity! …As the time passed, I came to value that disconnected period. It was a great opportunity to practice new songs without the pressure of trying to spot read them; it was an opportunity to look into some new songs and actually practice them a few times before committing them to video – and that really felt good. On the flip side of that coin however, it also feels very good to be back.
During the time away, I pretty much stayed off social media all together, and while I enjoyed (and will again enjoy) to solace of silent presence found in the absence of various doings, I also enjoy engaging here on Hive and seeing/hearing what the other musicians here are up to. In other words, for me, returning to social media feels just as good as taking a break – all things in moderated cycles!
Today I tried Chris Stapleton’s Fire Away. This one has been in the folder for a while, but there were a couple of elements that tripped me up during my first couple practice attempts on this song, which ultimately resulted in my setting this song aside as a "learn this one later” kinda deal…but being more focused on present moment experience (as opposed to recording videos) gave me the opportunity to slow down and practice the song a few times. I think usually I tend to lean towards songs I can pull out of the binder and play without ever learning/practicing, so this cycle will be a different animal than my usual submissions have been.
Anyway, I love this song. I know my version doesn’t replace the original, but hopefully I’ve managed to do it justice here today.
Thanks for checking it out, and I hope you enjoy the rest of the Hive Music Festival!
▶️ 3Speak
Hey there! I noticed you only publish videos on 3speak, but did you know that a great way to network with other Hivers, make more friends and get more eyes into your content is to engage with other Hive creators on Threads?
A lot of video creators have changed their Hive life through engagement on Threads, maybe you should give it a try!
Not sure I know what that is, but 3Speak hasn’t been working this week so I’d love to learn more about it!
Man, it's good to have him back on this stage. How great it was to hear him so early in the day with this incredible style and voice. Welcome back to your home. The lights on this stage will always be on.
Rest is often necessary to recharge your energy 🤘
By the way man don't forget to Tag #hmf and I can recommend also using #music when using this tag you generate tokens that one time or another has surprised. You can also use #cover
Hey man! Sorry for the delay in my response. I don’t know why my tags aren’t coming through, I always set them in the app before publishing but for some reason it seems they always get stripped before it goes up. Anyway, at the moment the tags are less important because currently (all week) I have been unable to upload. I’ve spoken with SagarKothari about it and have tried logging out and back in, clearing links from my description and even changing API node…so it looks like I’ll be taking a break again, although I was really excited to be back.
Take care man, I’ll check back in at a later cycle!
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What a powerful performance!!!! 👏👏 I $@**ng love it 😊
HAHAHA! Thank you!!! ❤️❤️❤️
Good to have you here brother, after a nice break from social media you're back with everything. A very beautiful song you have brought, with a wonderful interpretation to back it up. A hug and thanks for the good music.
Thank you! Good to see you :)
Hey man hope you're doing well, wanted to say happy thanksgiving to you and the wonderful family you've got!
Thanks brother! I was thinking about you the other day, hope you and your family are doing well!