metaphist Posted June 29, 2009 Posted June 29, 2009 I could listen to this all day. I think I will. Quote
tweex Posted August 5, 2010 Posted August 5, 2010 Another piano mix from Jon. I'm excited. This one starts out very different from the others and sounds very majestic. However, that doesn't last long before the Guaraldi influence hits, and it hits hard. Love the feel of it! Jon's skill on the piano, both in the performance and the arrangement, has gotten better from his past works! I continue to be impressed with his style. It's also interesting to hear how he mixes the Guaraldi sound with the majestic style about half way through. Very nice combination. Jon has created song that, rhythmically, is quite peppy, but it still sounds very solemn and contemplative. That is a rare gift. Awesome work! Quote
Less Ashamed Of Self Posted October 17, 2010 Posted October 17, 2010 Other piano mixes expand, add harmonies, take weird avant-garde spins, or re-arrange the music... But where this mix (and JJT in general) shines is the fact that a character was created here. The source tune is cool, cute, melodically rich, and has character, yes, but this song actually tells a story. There is no doubt in my mind that the source tune was payed great tribute here, and it's a beautiful thing to hear. The title is apt, and the movement of the piece fits the 'day in the life' motif perfectly, and the execution of your talent is gorgeous. Really nice stuff. Quote
OutSpoken Posted July 5, 2011 Posted July 5, 2011 http://reoganworks.blogspot.com/2010/12/song-of-week-255.html Excellent solo piano mix, love the title. The author of the writeup for this on my blog ranked it as one of the all time best tracks she's ever done a writeup for. Quote
timaeus222 Posted June 27, 2014 Posted June 27, 2014 Personally I would have tried to not record the pedal pressing, but that doesn't leave the slightest dent on such tight playing and a well-thought-out arrangement. Quote
Drachefly Posted June 30, 2014 Posted June 30, 2014 I never liked Setzer as a character until this track. Then, I couldn't dislike him. Quote
Necrox Posted December 20, 2015 Posted December 20, 2015 Great take on a good theme. Lots of fresh ideas and improvisation around the source. Searching for Friends sounds alright, but somehow doesn't have the same charm. Great playing regardless and a good arrangement overall. Quote
Flexstyle Posted December 20, 2015 Posted December 20, 2015 This is a longtime standby for my wedding DJ sets. Played it yesterday and saw this in the recent reviews and had to share. Brilliant piano piece! Quote
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