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Trace Bundy — Bristlecone
Album: Adapt
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Released: 2004
Length: 5:28
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 Ag3nt0rang3 wrote:

I think that was Jelani's point. Playing difficult music is laudable, but it's no substitute for playing good music. 


The really tricky part is defining "good" music.  Surely that's a subjective judgment -  all music can be either good or bad, depending on the ears and brain of the listener.
Posted 1 year ago by Edweirdo    [ Reply ]
 jab49 wrote:
When learning the guitar, I showed a non-player how to play a "harmonic" ping, like what you hear on this song. I'll never forget the look of amazement - "how does it make that sound when you don't actually press down the string!?" Nice work Trace!
 
Donovan uses this same technique to great effect.  Seen him a few times.  The last time was at a tiny hall at Kent State where he was solo and acoustic. 
Posted 1 year ago by kurtster    [ Reply ]
A bit heavy on harmonics?
Posted 2 years ago by tompoll    [ Reply ]
This song is actually about my uncle.
Posted 2 years ago by snowcone    [ Reply ]
I really enjoyed this one.  Great music.
Posted 2 years ago by rtremmel    [ Reply ]
 fitmartin wrote:
Superb!

thanks Bill!

{#Hearteyes}
 

Posted 3 years ago by crowsneststudio    [ Reply ]
Pic
Posted 3 years ago by rpdevotee    [ Reply ]
Wow, a lot of haters for this pleasant little ditty. He isn't Michael Hedges, and it might be a bit long, but it's still a nice listen.
Posted 4 years ago by bluematrix    [ Reply ]
Twing !  For sure he is really technically adept but the sound he makes I find irritating. Twing ! there it goes again.
Posted 4 years ago by laverdakeith    [ Reply ]
Bristlecone Pines are amazing. They are the oldest living things on Earth and provide us with a solid record of planetary change.  

https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2020/01/20/the-past-and-the-future-of-the-earths-oldest-trees?source=EDT_NYR_EDIT_NEWSLETTER_0_imagenewsletter_Daily_ZZ&utm_campaign=aud-dev&utm_source=nl&utm_brand=tny&utm_mailing=TNY_Daily_011820&utm_medium=email&bxid=5be9ce6c24c17c6adf3af7b7&cndid=44728156&esrc=&mbid=&utm_term=TNY_Daily&verso=true
Posted 4 years ago by Grammarcop    [ Reply ]
So he can strum the same three chords in a bunch of different ways? NEEEEEEEXT!
Posted 4 years ago by njswede    [ Reply ]
If you guys a are going to play this style of acoustic you really aught to be playing Preston Reed...
Posted 5 years ago by david16    [ Reply ]
Great track - just drew me in.  Thought I had a broad taste in music but you're opening my mind up even more. 
Posted 7 years ago by kanabeanz    [ Reply ]
Nice flageolette!
Posted 7 years ago by Siberian_snowman    [ Reply ]
Almost wanted to PSD this, but kept on listening. Gets better with every beat.
Posted 7 years ago by user4176    [ Reply ]
Omg, first time hearing this...fell in love :)
Posted 7 years ago by Arlaine139    [ Reply ]
When learning the guitar, I showed a non-player how to play a "harmonic" ping, like what you hear on this song. I'll never forget the look of amazement - "how does it make that sound when you don't actually press down the string!?" Nice work Trace!
Posted 7 years ago by jab49    [ Reply ]
pretty good busking tune.  certainly does not rise to the normal level of excellence on RP.
Posted 7 years ago by liveaudio    [ Reply ]
Repetitive yes, but perfect for "in the zone" programming.
Posted 8 years ago by thondermonst    [ Reply ]
Perfect.... love the slide, the beat, the rhythm...
love this.... and in my mind.. seeing the Bristlecone pines...
perfect for this Sunday afternoon
definitely at ten 
Posted 8 years ago by kennewicksheri    [ Reply ]
psd this annoying tune and listened to this instead:

https://www.vulture.com/2015/04/tracy-chapman-sang-stand-by-me-david-letterman.html

: ) 
Posted 9 years ago by hayduke2    [ Reply ]
 Lampje99 wrote:


Duh
 

Posted 9 years ago by Lampje99    [ Reply ]
 Derecho wrote:


I agree. Are we supposed to be impressed that he can do it so long?

 

Posted 9 years ago by Lampje99    [ Reply ]
Even my 8 year old son recognizes this as exceptional
Posted 9 years ago by Lampje99    [ Reply ]
 coyote620 wrote:
Enough already!!! So repetitive it becomes annoying!!!! It's nice, just cut it in half!

 

I agree. Are we supposed to be impressed that he can do it so long?
Posted 9 years ago by Derecho    [ Reply ]
Great!
Posted 9 years ago by Olexiy    [ Reply ]
{#Bananajam}
Posted 9 years ago by Peter_Bradshaw    [ Reply ]
Superb!

thanks Bill!

{#Hearteyes}
Posted 9 years ago by fitmartin    [ Reply ]
Thanks great tune!
Posted 9 years ago by EdHommersen    [ Reply ]
 84MacGuy wrote:

It is Jan 28, 2014 and I'm hearing the exact same set.  What is this a Clear Channel station!!!

Oh no, a Clear Channel station would play the same set 6 times a day.

 
November 7th, same set again
Trace Bundy — Bristleconedon't know about Cleat Channel station, but know about getting bored with repetiotion :D
strangely,  seems like this time most of the comments say the same
(normally I am the bored /annoyed one, and everyone else is singing praises to the loong song solos )

(still wouldn't change RP for any other station  {#Bananajam})
Posted 9 years ago by lososs    [ Reply ]
 RandomousJam wrote:
Guitar harmonics ...

 
these (harmonics) are a few of my favorite things.  and it's not easy to modulate them like this.
PS the brilliant Bill follows jimi hendrix with this additional guitar virtuosity. that's why they call him the brilliant Bill.
Posted 9 years ago by averybadcat    [ Reply ]
 RandomousJam wrote:
I totally agree - music should continue until it gets annoying & repetitive.
 
Does the same rule apply to marriage?   ; )
Posted 9 years ago by On_The_Beach    [ Reply ]
 coyote620 wrote:
Enough already!!! So repetitive it becomes annoying!!!! It's nice, just cut it in half!

 
I totally agree - music should continue until it gets annoying & repetitive. 
Posted 9 years ago by RandomousJam    [ Reply ]
Guitar harmonics ...
Posted 9 years ago by RandomousJam    [ Reply ]
 On_The_Beach wrote:
He was also excellent on Married With Children.

 
I wonder if he has a Ferguson Toilet.
Posted 9 years ago by oldman    [ Reply ]
 DaidyBoy wrote:
This picking of the very high notes does not suit my ear.  I would dearly love his talent, though.

 
I think those are harmonics he's playing (lightly touching the strings on the guitar fretboard while strumming/picking to remove lower modes from the sound -- someone else can probably explain it better).
Posted 9 years ago by DaMoGan    [ Reply ]
This picking of the very high notes does not suit my ear.  I would dearly love his talent, though.
Posted 9 years ago by DaidyBoy    [ Reply ]
Michael Hedges anyone? This is rather good though, although I'm a sucker for harmonics.
Posted 9 years ago by hbs47    [ Reply ]
Very cool hot streak on RP.
Posted 9 years ago by gjeeg    [ Reply ]
 bev wrote:
Wow, that album cover sure looks a lot like Richard & Linda Thompson's Shoot Out the Lights cover.

Shoot Out the Lights

 
Oh no it doesn't,.,, except that they're both rather yellow!
Posted 9 years ago by Boy_Wonder    [ Reply ]
 Piscador wrote:

How many woodchucks would Edward Woodward chuck if Edward Woodward could chuck woodchucks?

 
What do you call a man with three trees on his head? Edwood Woodwood,,,,,,,, baboom!

No idea what it has to do with the song which is Ok I guess
Posted 9 years ago by Boy_Wonder    [ Reply ]
He was also excellent on Married With Children.
Posted 9 years ago by On_The_Beach    [ Reply ]
I get fed up with this after very few moments..
Posted 10 years ago by OHMish    [ Reply ]
Michael Hedges he is not.     PSD
Posted 10 years ago by Dosequis    [ Reply ]
 fiddler wrote:
tapping/harmonics...more tapping...gets old. I guess I am curious why it's tuned to A-flat.

 
Could just be an anti-harmonic phase I'm going through, but the excessive harmonics feel to me like a cheap gimmick in an otherwise enjoyable song.
Posted 10 years ago by ziggytrix    [ Reply ]
 DaidyBoy wrote:

Edward Woodward....   my farts make that sound in the bath....

 
How many woodchucks would Edward Woodward chuck if Edward Woodward could chuck woodchucks?
Posted 10 years ago by Piscador    [ Reply ]
Nice guitar idea!
Posted 10 years ago by Stingray    [ Reply ]
 paultron wrote:


Rush — Limelight
Porcupine Tree — Point 3 (.3)
Jimi Hendrix — 1983.. (A Merman I Should Turn To Be)
Trace Bundy — Bristlecone

GOOD HEAVENS WHAT A SET! {#Bananapiano}{#Bananajam}{#Drummer}
 



 
It is Jan 28, 2014 and I'm hearing the exact same set.  What is this a Clear Channel station!!!

Oh no, a Clear Channel station would play the same set 6 times a day.
Posted 10 years ago by 84MacGuy    [ Reply ]
 fredriley wrote:
The album cover reminds me of the title sequence from the ancient TV series Callan, starring Edward Woodward as a down-at-heel spy.

 
Edward Woodward....   my farts make that sound in the bath....
Posted 10 years ago by DaidyBoy    [ Reply ]
About 10 minutes too long.
Posted 10 years ago by gatorade    [ Reply ]
WOW!
Posted 10 years ago by fortheloveofpete    [ Reply ]
tapping/harmonics...more tapping...gets old. I guess I am curious why it's tuned to A-flat.
Posted 10 years ago by fiddler    [ Reply ]
 bev wrote:
Wow, that album cover sure looks a lot like Richard & Linda Thompson's Shoot Out the Lights cover.

Shoot Out the Lights

 
Sure does!!!
Posted 10 years ago by ivanaus    [ Reply ]

Outstanding performance!!!
One man show...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-Tdi9qplk4 


Posted 10 years ago by ShloEmi    [ Reply ]
is it wrong to hate this song?  guess i'm just sick of it
Posted 10 years ago by ploba    [ Reply ]
{#Jump}  how many {#Guitarist}fingers, {#Guitarist}strings, {#Guitarist} hands ......brains......{#Dancingbanana}...?
Posted 10 years ago by oldfart48    [ Reply ]
Wow, that album cover sure looks a lot like Richard & Linda Thompson's Shoot Out the Lights cover.

Shoot Out the Lights
Posted 10 years ago by bev    [ Reply ]

Love a bit of Tapping!
Wellngton has a tapping busker, often late back from lunch because of him.{#Dance}
 


Posted 10 years ago by Dickieb68    [ Reply ]
Where has this little gem been hiding all my life?
Posted 10 years ago by Deadwing    [ Reply ]
This guy is so much fun to listen to, but if you get a chance YouTube his performances and watch him play as well...so brilliant!
Posted 10 years ago by mattrettig    [ Reply ]
The album cover reminds me of the title sequence from the ancient TV series Callan, starring Edward Woodward as a down-at-heel spy.
Posted 10 years ago by fredriley    [ Reply ]
Wicked
Posted 10 years ago by Sloggydog    [ Reply ]
gimme more!
Posted 10 years ago by fussel78    [ Reply ]
Great stuff!
Posted 10 years ago by Isabeau    [ Reply ]
 That_SOB wrote:
Perhaps Leo Kottke, Peter Lang, and John Fahey in the day,  Bill.
 
Plus throw in a little Bruce Cockburn too - this is yummy!


Posted 11 years ago by Dana_Montroy    [ Reply ]
Superb!
Posted 11 years ago by altnacraig    [ Reply ]
Love this, some of the most awesome use of guitar harmonics I've ever heard!
Posted 11 years ago by bb_matt    [ Reply ]
Perhaps Leo Kottke, Peter Lang, and John Fahey in the day,  Bill.
Posted 11 years ago by That_SOB    [ Reply ]
The oldest living music on earth...........no, wait, that's the bristlecone pine.
Posted 11 years ago by TerryS    [ Reply ]
 mshark wrote:
Love this!  Obviously, some other folks can't discern quality guitar picking.
 
quality quitar picking != good music

that said, I do like this particular example, but there are lots of guitar player's guitar players on RP that I don't enjoy (Sonny Landreth for one).
Posted 11 years ago by ch83575    [ Reply ]
Was it worth?
geoffschultz wrote:
Went out and bought the album after listening to this. 
 


Posted 11 years ago by Micha_Germany    [ Reply ]
Went out and bought the album after listening to this. 
Posted 11 years ago by geoffschultz    [ Reply ]


Rush — Limelight
Porcupine Tree — Point 3 (.3)
Jimi Hendrix — 1983.. (A Merman I Should Turn To Be)
Trace Bundy — Bristlecone

GOOD HEAVENS WHAT A SET! {#Bananapiano}{#Bananajam}{#Drummer}
 


Posted 11 years ago by paultron    [ Reply ]
Harmonics to the nth degree. Whoa yeah!
Posted 11 years ago by d-don    [ Reply ]
Just, "Wow" Yes, Don Ross and Trace Bundy, could not pick a fav at the moment . 
Posted 11 years ago by oldsaxon    [ Reply ]
 Dyn0hub wrote:
This I like.  A fine pulse, artistry, skill and aesthetics blend well.
 
Trace Bundy and Don Ross, twins separated at birth.
Posted 11 years ago by TerryS    [ Reply ]
This I like.  A fine pulse, artistry, skill and aesthetics blend well.
Posted 11 years ago by Dyn0hub    [ Reply ]
 coyote620 wrote:

Well said.
 

No bongos. He's banging his hand on the guitar. The artistry is amazing. One dude and his art.
Posted 11 years ago by claya    [ Reply ]
Love this. It swings
Posted 11 years ago by Lichenia,    [ Reply ]
This song gets me every time!
Posted 11 years ago by groovemachine    [ Reply ]
 TerryS wrote:


You'd hit Methuselah?
 
Apparently that tree gives him a woody.
Posted 11 years ago by ziggytrix    [ Reply ]
 Misterfixit wrote:

I'd hit that!
 

You'd hit Methuselah?
Posted 11 years ago by TerryS    [ Reply ]
OK, so I was in the mood for guitar, so that's great.  I just want to say, more artists should do their work justice by insisting on a nicer cover
Posted 11 years ago by lkovathana    [ Reply ]
 Byronape wrote:

Gnarley.

File:Bristlecone pine closeup.jpg 
 
I'd hit that!
Posted 11 years ago by Misterfixit    [ Reply ]
Playing the starting backward tracks backward and there's a voice saying "Vote for Rush Limberger" ..... 
Posted 11 years ago by Misterfixit    [ Reply ]
 coyote620 wrote:

Well said.
 
I second that.  Maybe it's because I don't play musical instruments, but I can't really appreciate this (or other acoustic guitar soloists) and it gets irritating after a while.
Posted 11 years ago by psg    [ Reply ]
I got a bushel o' talent.
Posted 11 years ago by TerryS    [ Reply ]
Talent is talent
Posted 11 years ago by bigbobbybubba    [ Reply ]
 Byronape wrote:

Quality guitar picking does not automatically make it interesting if you are not into single instrument solo music.  Personally, if I'm going to hear something with no vocals, then I would like it to have more than just one layer.  Give me guitar, bass, drums, and any other instrument you want to throw in there.  

Yes, this sounds like there is a backing guitar, and maybe some half asleep dude on bongos.  Or maybe it's just Mr. Bundy on a stool in the studio.  I don't really care either way.  I can appreciate the talent, acknowledge the artistry, and still find the song itself to be uninteresting.  
 
Well said.
Posted 11 years ago by coyote620    [ Reply ]
 terrapin52 wrote:
I thought it was a good until the harmonics was over-used. Then it became gimmicky.
 
Agreed. This piece is also way too long. Completely unnecessary.
Posted 11 years ago by coyote620    [ Reply ]


Bristlecones
Posted 11 years ago by richlister    [ Reply ]
I really enjoyed that.
Posted 11 years ago by madaxeman    [ Reply ]
:)
Posted 11 years ago by kakabliblak    [ Reply ]
Probably my least favorite platform for ice cream...the bristlecone.
Posted 11 years ago by Sasha2001    [ Reply ]
I thought it was a good until the harmonics was over-used. Then it became gimmicky.
Posted 12 years ago by terrapin52    [ Reply ]
 fredriley wrote:
A bit of trivia for youse - the world's oldest trees are bristlecone pines, living up to 5000 years according to Wikipedia.
 
Gnarley.

File:Bristlecone pine closeup.jpg 
Posted 12 years ago by Byronape    [ Reply ]
 mshark wrote:
Love this!  Obviously, some other folks can't discern quality guitar picking.
 
Quality guitar picking does not automatically make it interesting if you are not into single instrument solo music.  Personally, if I'm going to hear something with no vocals, then I would like it to have more than just one layer.  Give me guitar, bass, drums, and any other instrument you want to throw in there.  

Yes, this sounds like there is a backing guitar, and maybe some half asleep dude on bongos.  Or maybe it's just Mr. Bundy on a stool in the studio.  I don't really care either way.  I can appreciate the talent, acknowledge the artistry, and still find the song itself to be uninteresting.  
Posted 12 years ago by Byronape    [ Reply ]
Love this!  Obviously, some other folks can't discern quality guitar picking.
Posted 12 years ago by mshark    [ Reply ]
I appreciate good guitar work and am happy to listen again. Thanks Bill
Posted 12 years ago by dew34    [ Reply ]
yawn.. another guitar solo....
Posted 12 years ago by Blastcat900    [ Reply ]
A bit of trivia for youse - the world's oldest trees are bristlecone pines, living up to 5000 years according to Wikipedia.
Posted 12 years ago by fredriley    [ Reply ]
"I got blisters on my fingers"     very nice. great clarity..
Posted 12 years ago by That_SOB    [ Reply ]
Wonderful!  Great guitar picking.
Posted 12 years ago by geoffschultz    [ Reply ]
Brilliant song! Love it....  Greetz from Apeldoorn (The Netherlands)
Posted 12 years ago by zusje1995    [ Reply ]
Can you please play other songs off this album?  ....please.
Posted 12 years ago by coyote620    [ Reply ]
 jhorton wrote:
Like, twice a year would be enough for this one.........
 
I agree!  I am turning down the speakers for the next 5min

Posted 12 years ago by grdube    [ Reply ]
Like, twice a year would be enough for this one.........
Posted 12 years ago by jhorton    [ Reply ]
This is so repetative it is nausiating.
Posted 12 years ago by coyote620    [ Reply ]
Loving this from Tel Aviv :)

Posted 12 years ago by Littleumbrellas    [ Reply ]
Mom!  Mom!  Guess what we learned today in guitar class!!!  It's called harmonics!  

...Oh wait, there aren't any more music classes in school anymore are there?
Posted 12 years ago by ick    [ Reply ]
Sounds nice. Reminiscent of Michael Hedges (as pointed out earlier in this thread) and Billy McLaughlin. Worth checking out the latter, too.
Posted 12 years ago by JK27    [ Reply ]
Like this fingerpicking....  then check out Jon Gomm:  https://youtu.be/nY7GnAq6Znw
Posted 12 years ago by bseib    [ Reply ]
I like this guy, wonderfull play !
Posted 12 years ago by globecroqueur    [ Reply ]
 df1489 wrote:

Also Andy McKee...He and Don Ross are excellent together. We need both here on RP!
 
I'll second that.
Posted 12 years ago by oldsaxon    [ Reply ]
 rolo wrote:
Wow ... I've never heard anyone imitate Michael Hedges before ... almost pulls it off ... but .... {#Stupid}

({#Whisper} ... there just may be some copyright problems here ... {#Naughty})
 
Well someone has to. RIP Mr. Hedges.

Posted 12 years ago by jimmpypowder    [ Reply ]
Wow ... I've never heard anyone imitate Michael Hedges before ... almost pulls it off ... but .... {#Stupid}

({#Whisper} ... there just may be some copyright problems here ... {#Naughty})


Posted 12 years ago by rolo    [ Reply ]
9 > 10

I've heard this one a couple of times now through my earplugs while riding my bicycle to work and loving this more and more! Great rhythm and all...
Posted 12 years ago by Sjaaks    [ Reply ]
Well,

If you are talking performance vs. inspiration go listen to what Ewan Dobson does with a guitar. He does not consider himself a genius, but plays a decent manner.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eXqPYte8tvc&feature=player_detailpage


Posted 12 years ago by Chumbawamba-1984    [ Reply ]
He is very good, but for me lacks that certain something that takes it to say, Micheal Hedges level.

I do like the harmonic touches.

Overall I can't see myself listening/buying any of his stuff, maybe if were in the discount bin.  
Posted 12 years ago by hbs47    [ Reply ]
 Ag3nt0rang3 wrote:

I think that was Jelani's point. Playing difficult music is laudable, but it's no substitute for playing good music. 
 
Thank you. :-)
Posted 12 years ago by Jelani    [ Reply ]