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Derek Olson Is Addicted To Ableton Live

It is true, Derek finally got the Live bug.
For a long time now, I have been a Logic guy. I started using Logic Express back in 2006. It was about the time I was in my recording class at Tulsa Tech.

I remember the feeling of not knowing a single thing about this monstrosity, this multi-colored beast up on my screen.

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Beautiful Weather Has Arrived!

Beautiful weather is finally here again! I am enjoying this so much. We are in the mid-50’s in Tulsa. After all that snow, this is a blessing. Malerie and I washed our cars this afternoon. I hate having a dirty … Continue reading

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Brandon Flowers – Only The Young

I have been listening to Brandon Flowers solo stuff the past few days. You know him as the frontman to the Killers. He has a solid voice in my opinion. And my favorite song off his album has to be … Continue reading

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Parkinson’s Law – Deadlines Are Beautiful

I read about Parkinson’s Law today as I was re-reading the 4 Hour Workweek. I well know the value of deadlines. One thing that has helped me be a better writer is doing timed practice. That’s basicallly a short deadline. … Continue reading

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Khuda – Palingenesia

Some music has this effect on me, where when I hear it, I have to get up and play my guitar. The sound gives me inspiration to play. I found a band from the UK that does this to me: … Continue reading

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Big Blue Caddi Alive Again

Yes, it finally happened. My giant blue Caddi is once again wandering the streets of T-Town. Fuzzy feelings all around. How nice it would be to fix her up and give her some help in the speed department.

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