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Happy New Year!

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I just realized, the kid sang the harmony
right by the 9th second mark.

The kid is getting better than I thought.

During this time of season,
my High School batch get together to host this event
for the less fortunate youth in the Philippines.

We all get in touch with each other, and we share and contribute
our time and efforts, money or in kind,
to allow the kids to enjoy the holidays.
Even for just a day.

Something that they will remember
that they are not alone.
Something they will remember
that all isn’t too bad.

And us as their big brother.
Their mentors. Their guide.
They carry on, hoping that we have influenced their lives,
their decisions and their ways.

I am proud to be one of these fine gentlemen,
who give their time and care
for the youth of tomorrow.

Mabuhay kayo mga kapatid.
Mabuhay ang Busko ’91.

Pro Deo Et Patria!

Not another one?
Why, yes!
I had to.

I have to see if my guitars still know who their boss is.
Even though it turns out that it’s not me.
But no matter.

I have conjured enough time, effort and courage
to make this one.

It’s one of my favourite U2 songs.

With or Without You.
All instruments by me, as you will see.

:Also-
Does anybody know a good Video editing software for Windows?
This Live Movie maker is driving me nuts.
I am forced to edit in both XP and Win7.

I have been wondering how I could do multiple video parts
of the same song merged into one.

Just so I can add more depth to a song.
It’s getting to be really boring.

I added the harmony to this one and it turned out quite alright.
It was a little tricky with the sync, but it worked.

I am not a professional Video editor,
so you’re gonna have to bear with me.

Just like how you stood by me
with all the crazy covers I’ve done.

Just pretend they are actually good.
And I am a real musician.
Come on.
We can do this together.

Plus I replaced all my guitars’ strings
and they all sound very crisp.
The ones I got are made in California,
maybe that’s why they sound better.
They’re prettier and they taste better too.

Anyway,
Here’s one of my favorites.

Diary
Music by – Bread
Covered by – Yours truly

Here’s an old favourite that I used to sing
back when I was still learning guitar.

My version is definitely not the greatest, but it is mine nevertheless.
And that’s Okay.

It’s probably one of the saddest songs I have ever known.
And I play songs that reflects what mood I am in.

That is what I think is the beauty of playing an instrument.
It becomes an extension of you to express what you feel.
I like music so much, that I just don’t want to hear it.
I want to play it too. I want it to come out of me.

Horrible as it may be,
it still comes out.
Raw.
With feelings.

Do you know what I am talking about?
I don’t know what I am talking about.

“Is It Okay If I Call You Mine”
Music by Paul McCrane.
Covered by Yours truly.

One of the things that help me grow in music
is to listen to other music or bands that my friends recommend.
This one was recommended by my good friend, Avelyn.

Never Say Never
Music by The Fray
Covered by yours truly.

I thought I’d also try to do a piano/keyboard twist on it.
Not just because the piano has that certain feel to it
that would make any song resonate a whole lot more emotion,
but also because I haven’t replaced my Guitar strings
and I had no choice.

What? I was busy.

Today is Mr. Freddie Mercury’s 65th Birthday.

Queen is one of those legendary bands whom I loved,
the very first time I heard them.

How in the world can the power of Opera
and the might of Rock and Roll be merged together as one?
Just like how “Bohemian Rhapsody” showed us?

Yes. Queen did that.

The anthem of “We Will Rock You!”
and “We Are The Champions” being sung in every sports event.

Queen did that.

The synchronicity of hands with clenched fist and clapping was known
and understood every time someone performs “Radio Ga-Ga.”

Queen did that.

The Drums of Roger Taylor on the Coda of “Somebody To Love.”
The Bass of John Deacon on “Another One Bites The Dust.”
The Melodic Guitar Riffs of Brian May on “Killer Queen.”
And the Voice and Charisma of Freddie Mercury on each and every song they have done.

“That” is Queen.

My Radio, Cassette Player,
Walkman, CD Player, Mp3 Player,
Computer and even on my phone,
I always have my favourite Queen songs
added permanently.

I miss them being together.

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“When I’m dead, I want to be remembered
as a musician of some worth and substance.”
[Freddie Mercury ~1946-1991]
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We remember you, Sir.
We remember.

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Freddieforaday.com
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Oh and Hey!
Remember this?
(My cover with no worth or substance.)

Let me tell you something.
I just had a major surgery done last month.
Recovery time wouldn’t stop me from seeing this concert.

A Hurricane threatened the state of Florida last week.
That wouldn’t stop me from seeing this concert either.

I have waited years to see one of my favorite bands of all time.
Mr. Big has heavily influenced the music I listen to and the songs I try to play.

Seeing them perform live is a dream come true for me.
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Happy Birthday, Canada!
You look awesome at 144 years old.

I know I live in the States now,
but I still consider Canada as my home.

Even though we had our share of misunderstandings,
we sure did have fun times.
I still want to thank this country for helping me shape my future.
And the chances it has given me.

From my Family to yours,
Happy Canada Day!

Definitely one of the greatest songs ever written.
And one of my favourites.

I never had the courage to play this
since I know I’m gonna mess it up, and it’ll be a sacrilege
with legendary songs like this.

But Queen Freddie is gone,
so let’s just say this is my tribute to their music.

Here’s
Love Of My Life
Music by Queen.
Cover by yours truly.