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  How To Write a Song Like Gord Downie

Posted by: Shane Kroeker
07-14-2013, 03:18 PM
Forum: Tragically Hip Discussion
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This thread is in response to the CBC blog article "How to Dance Like Gord Downie". With your help, hopefully we can craft a "how to" article to submit to CBC blog on penning the perfect Tragically Hip song!

Here are my original ideas thus far - please respond with how I may fine-tune this article. Or respond to the thread with your own Gord Downie-esque song!

Crafting the next tragically hip song is easy, just follow the steps and the song will flow easily! The first thing to determine is the overall theme of the song.
Choose one of the following Themes: Love, Water, Politics, Hockey, Historical Event.
Now we must create the foundations for the verses.
Pick the Location of the song: For best results select a non-metropolis Canadian town (ex: Bobcaygeon, Sault St. Marie, etc...)
Now we must choose either a Wild Animal or Famous Musician: (The Dire Wolf or Bob Dylan have already been taken by Gord Downie, so please get creative)
Craft verses 1, 2 and 3 based on your above selections. Don't worry about rhyming the last words (it is fair game for Gord to rhyme the word "duress" with "duress", so you can do as you please).
It is also mandatory to add in a "yeaaaahhh" after each verse, so do not forget this crucial step.
Once complete, Proof-read your verses and change all of the instances of "Your", "You're", and "You are" to a simple "Yer".

Now that we have confirmed our Who, What, When Where and Why, we will need to focus in on our chorus.
Writing a Gord Downie Chorus is simple - you can do it too!
Pluck a book off of your library book shelf. Open said book to page 40 and write down the first full sentence at the top of that page. Now depending on the length of the sentence selected, you may want to repeat the lyrics either 1, 2 or 3 times. Fear not about the repetitiveness - the voice inflection while singing the song will make it seem like new material. And remember - it is not plagiarism if you give credit to the author of the book (so just make a little notation in the liner notes of the cd jacket).

It is now time to pen the Bridge potion of the song. Remember that the Bridge is Rob Baker's time to shine on a slide guitar solo, so the lyrics need to be subtly simple. Cleverly select a string of 3 words from one of the previous verses, and really elongate them vocally throughout the duration of the guitar solo.

To really drive home the message of the song, end with a final chorus. The vocals will belt out in climax, as the music fades away. The lyrics resonate timelessly with the crowd of music lovers.

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  Now for Plan A

Posted by: Kevala
07-09-2013, 10:39 PM
Forum: Non Tragically Hip Discussion
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Take not gain or loss to heart:
These are minor thoughts.
Conscious purpose never succeeds:
Only innocence attains its will.
--Rodavi

Most often the word innocence is associated with children; and the smaller the child the greater the intensity of that experience seems to be. The eyes of the newborn infant radiate other worldly wisdom and experience; (An experience that is still more "there" than "here").

When we talk about innocence and our return to that way of experiencing reality, we do not have to become little children but we can actualize that style of functioning in our adult lives. We can be just as open and full of expression and energy in a more mature way. Innocence calls us to be present and without preconceived notions of what is happening or who we are. It is the ability to be wide open without fear or defense against the world.

How many remember an innocent request from a child. It is almost impossible to turn it down. It beckons to be fulfilled. It is a request that is devoid of any underlying programming of fear, doubt or low self-worth. The Universe rushes to fulfill that desire.

Innocence cannot be created by will. It is a natural part of who we are and manifests as a by-product. One can open up to it and allow it to enter like an old friend. Gradually one begins to experience it and it becomes a more and more stable state of being. The treasures begin to unravel before our eyes and the moment reveals its beauty for the innocent eyes. Innocence is the nature of reality. Anything lesser is born out of our own false thinking and reliance on our senses that can perceive only a tiny portion of reality.

The concept itself does not do anything nor is its meaning important. The experience is everything and it provides the foundation for further expansion in truth. Descriptions serve as pointers and inspiration but one's own cognition of innocence is what manifests that quality here on earth.

The kingdom of heaven that we seek is only available in this moment. It is the direct experience of who we are. Those 100,000 thoughts a day pre-empt the experience of the kingdom within as well as the innocence that allows us to experience it.

Writing songs about an experience, or Plan, is all fine and dandy. However, has anyone ever really shown you some real tools you can use? Gordon Downie is here for a reason, and I am here for another. After all, I am no entertainer. But I can offer you real tools (techniques) which you can use to return to innocence. Tools for the Plan.

The Ascension Attitudes (Ishayas techniques) are designed to clear out past beliefs and behavior patterns which inhibit full mental and physical functioning. By effortlessly introducing these seed thoughts at a deep refined level of thinking, the entire structure of the mental framework gradually and gracefully transforms to reflect Reality.

Reality spelled with a capital "R" is not the reality of life mixed with suffering, the common experience of most in the world today. The capital "R" kind of Reality means that life is lived in joy, with each moment experienced fully; each opportunity is mined for its rich opportunities for progress, creativity and love. An upward spiral of consciousness is created by ascending; a new structure of awareness is built upon the firm basis of the direct experience of Reality.

The Ascension Attitudes are priceless for the modern world. The intense pace of life is simply too great to be countered without the power of a profound new Teaching. These techniques revolutionize every aspect of life by introducing new experience of inner peace, deep rest and stability.

Ascension is extremely easy to practice and quickly frees anyone from stress. This opens life to maximum creativity, enjoyment, health and success.

We all started life with innocence and brilliance. It has taken us many years to cloud our minds with self-destructive beliefs and habits. But it is easy to begin to reverse this and move back toward the freedom and power of life in the present moment. Worry and fear are not natural; they are artificially learned and maintained by our beliefs and judgments about life.

It is not hard to de-program ourselves from the hypnosis of our past and cultural conditioning. As an immediate result, life becomes easier and more enjoyable. Freedom from stress means that each moment is lived fully and completely. Every day is new with wonderful possibilities when we are no longer victimized by our past.

Now for Plan A….

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  Song Sandwich

Posted by: bauer
07-08-2013, 01:17 PM
Forum: Tragically Hip Discussion
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Show Saturday night in S'Toon was Amazing!! Truly one of the best I have seen. I was totally blown away by the song sandwich we got, I have been waiting for one of these forever. New Orleans>Nautical Disaster>New Orleans I don't have words to describe :jump I really hope this becomes a staple in the Set. Any sandwich, I'm hungry for more! Personally I think it is a great opportunity for the boys to bring back some of the rockers from the EP. Maybe New Orleans>Werewolf>New Orleans. My mind is racing with the possibilities.

Anyhoo, anyone else out there digging on the sandwich.

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  Road trip, anyone?

Posted by: direwolf74
07-07-2013, 08:30 PM
Forum: Non Tragically Hip Discussion
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Hey folks,

Just wanted to throw this out there in case anybody is interested. I have one extra ticket to see Heartless Bastards in Missoula, Montana on Saturday, July 20th. I'm driving down from Calgary on Friday, July 19th, and then heading back on Sunday, July 21. All you would need to bring is $20 for the ticket and money for meals. The ride and accommodations are my treat. Originally I had a couple of friends lined up to go with me, but due to unfortunate circumstances, both of them had to back out. Basically I'm just looking for a travel partner at this point. If I end up going solo, then so be it. But the more the merrier.

Any interested parties, feel free to PM me.


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  My interview with Gord

Posted by: MattyM
07-06-2013, 07:02 AM
Forum: Tragically Hip Discussion
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Hey folks, the interview is live over on my site now. Here's the link: <!-- m --><a class="postlink" href="http://www.callupontheauthor.com/blog/4455/if-i-ask-you-a-question-are-you-gonna-lie-to-me/">http://www.callupontheauthor.com/blog/4 ... lie-to-me/</a><!-- m -->

Would love to hear your thoughts/feedback too.

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  For Sale - 2002 Live in the Flesh Hip Tour Shirt Sz Lrg

Posted by: Rye
07-04-2013, 07:45 AM
Forum: Hip Merch Discussion
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Pls PM if you want to see an exact pic of this. I have the shirt stored away at my parents and will be over there on the weekend and can email you a photo. It has the two hippos on the front (like the tour poster) and tour dates on the back. It's in mint condition, washed/worn maybe once or twice.

$40 shipped within Canada, $45 anywhere else.

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  "Young Castro; where'd he go?..."

Posted by: Zenith
07-01-2013, 10:30 AM
Forum: Download & Trading Central
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Hey guys, how are you doing? It's been a while...

I'm off to Trafalgar Sq later on to see The Hip (it's been ages and I'm excited!). I've started listening to some of my favourite live Hip recordings, and I've noticed that one of them has gone missing along the way due to various computer changes etc. I can't remember where it's from (Buffalo, maybe?), but it's from around 2000 (M@W tour), and it's a soundboard feed (I think, or at least a very good quality audience recording). The one standout thing about it is that there are some fans giving the band grief and at one point Gord says something like "Young Castro; where'd he go?..." to them. Does that sound familiar? If anyone could upload it for me, I'd really appreciate it. I've had a look on the tracker (or it's current ftp incarnation*) and I don't *think* it's on there.

Thanks!

*Speaking of which, I think some of the shows I've taped aren't on there either. Happy to upload those in exchange for this one I'm looking for.

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  Questions for the band

Posted by: MattyM
06-29-2013, 10:37 AM
Forum: Tragically Hip Discussion
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Hey folks,

It's looking very likely that I'll be doing an interview with someone from the band before their Koko show on Tuesday. I'm not sure yet who exactly I'll be speaking to but if you have any questions you'd like asked... Now is the time!

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  For Sale: Pair of tickets to Phish @ Molson Amp July 9th

Posted by: Scotty12
06-27-2013, 11:05 AM
Forum: Ticket Exchange
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Tickets are sec 203 row XX. They are the special edition tickets from Phish, not ticketmaster printouts.

First Canadian Phish show in 13 years!

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  Saskamatoon contest:

Posted by: ikky99
06-26-2013, 03:00 PM
Forum: Tragically Hip Discussion
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CTV Saskatoon
Published Tuesday, June 25, 2013 4:31PM CST
Last Updated Tuesday, June 25, 2013 4:32PM CST
Tragically Hip
CONTEST
OFFICIAL RULES AND REGULATIONS
June 26 and 27, 2013
1. To enter the Tragically Hip contest (the “Contest”), watch CTV Morning Live on Channel 8, Cable 9 or the local cable or satellite channel in your area on June 26 and June 27, 2013 from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. CST, to view the Contest announcement shown during the program telling viewers to call in for a chance to win (the “Announcement”). When you hear the Announcement, call the CTV Saskatoon contest line at 1-866-717-1207 (the “Contest Line”). In the event that the entrant is outside of the local calling area, standard long distance rates as charged by the entrant’s long distance service provider will apply. The first caller through on the Contest Line following the Announcement will be deemed a potential Prize winner. Each potential Prize winner will be required to provide a representative of CTV Saskatoon with his/her name, address and telephone number. If there is not a clear telephone connection between the CTV Saskatoon representative and the potential Prize winner, such that one or each other cannot hear the other, such potential Prize winner will be disqualified, and the Contest Sponsor will not be liable in any way for such failed connection. In conducting the Contest, CTV Saskatoon and its representatives have the full and absolute discretion to disqualify any potential Prize winner who fails to respond on the phone or whose response cannot be heard, and the Contest Sponsor shall have no liability or responsibility to any potential Prize winner so disqualified. The odds of becoming a potential Prize winner will depend on the total number of individuals calling the Contest Line following the Announcement. The Contest starts at 6:00 a.m. (CST) on July 26, 2013 and closes on July 27, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. CST (the “Contest Period”). There are two (2) Prizes to be won. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited.
2. The contest sponsor is: CTV Saskatoon, a division of Bell Media Inc. (hereinafter referred to as the “Contest Sponsor”).
3. To enter and to be eligible to win, entrant must be a legal resident of Saskatchewan and be eighteen (18) years of age. Employees and their parents, siblings and children, and persons domiciled with an employee of the Contest Sponsor, its agents, parent, affiliated or related companies, subsidiaries, divisions, prize sponsors, and promotional and advertising agencies and administrators, are ineligible to enter. for and on behalf of such entrant. A winner of a previous Bell Media Inc. contest within the three (3) months preceding the start of this Contest (including persons designated by such winners to take ownership of prizes) and persons domiciled with a winner are not eligible to enter.
4. Prizes - There are two (2) Prizes each consisting of two (2) tickets for admission to The Tragically Hip on July 6, 2013 at Credit Union Centre in Saskatoon, SK. The approximate retail value of the Prize is $117.50 CAD.
5. Prizes must be accepted as awarded. The Prizes may not be sold, transferred and are not convertible to cash. Contest Sponsor reserves the right to substitute a Prize in whole or in part in the event that all or any component of the Prize is unavailable. Prize winner is solely responsible for all costs not expressly described herein.

6. Proof of identification must be provided upon request. In order to be declared a winner, potential winner must first correctly answer, unaided, a time limited mathematical skill testing question administered by Bell Media Inc. Before being awarded a Prize, the potential winner will be required to sign and return within the time stipulated by the Contest Sponsor, a full release and indemnity form stating that, among other things, he/she has read and understood these official rules and regulations (“Rules”), grants all consents required, agrees to be available and to participate in publicity and/or promotions related to the Contest and/or the Contest Sponsor and/or similar matters, authorizes the Contest Sponsor to broadcast, publish, disseminate and otherwise use his/her name, city/town/village and province/territory of residence, photograph, likeness, sobriquet and voice, in connection with any promotion and/or publicity, and/or for general news, entertainment and/or information purposes at no additional compensation to the potential winner, beyond the awarding of or participation in the Prize, accepts the Prize as offered and releases the Contest Sponsor from any and all liability of any kind arising out of the potential winner’s participation in this Contest and receipt and use of the Prize. In the event that that a potential winner does not comply with all the provisions as contemplated in these Rules, Contest Sponsor shall have the right to disqualify the potential winner and the Contest Sponsor shall be fully and completely released and discharged from any liability or responsibility in this regard.
7. By entering this Contest the entrants and participants automatically agree to accept and abide by these Rules. All decisions of the Contest Sponsor with respect to any aspect of this Contest, including without limitation the eligibility of entries, are final and binding on all entrants in all matters as they relate to this Contest.
8. All entries become property of Contest Sponsor who assumes no responsibility for garbled, lost, late, delayed, destroyed or misdirected entries, mail, voice messages, e-mail or any computer errors or malfunctions. No correspondence will be entered into except with entrants requesting Rules by mail or requesting the names of the Prize winners (for which a self-addressed, postage paid envelope must be included). Contest Sponsor does not assume any responsibility for incorrect or inaccurate capture of entry information, technical malfunctions, human or technical error, seeding or printing errors, lost, delayed or garbled data or transmissions, omission, interruption, deletion, defect or failures of any telephone or computer line or network, computer equipment, software or any combination thereof. Entry materials or data that have been tampered with or altered are void. If for any reason, in the opinion of the Contest Sponsor, in its sole discretion, the Contest is not capable of running as originally planned, or if the administration, security, fairness, integrity or the proper conduct of the Contest is corrupted or adversely affected, including by reason of infection by computer virus, bugs, tampering, unauthorized intervention, fraud, technical failures or any other causes beyond its control, Contest Sponsor reserves its right to cancel, terminate, modify, amend, extend or suspend the Contest, and select a winner from previously received eligible entries. Contest Sponsor reserves its right to modify the Rules without materially affecting the terms and conditions hereof. The Contest Sponsor reserves its right in its sole discretion to disqualify any individual it finds to be tampering with the entry process or the operation of the Contest or to be acting in violation of the Rules or otherwise in a disruptive manner. Any attempts to deliberately damage the Contest web site or to undermine the legitimate operation of this Contest is a violation of criminal and civil laws and should such an attempt be made the Contest Sponsor reserves its right to seek remedies and damages to the fullest extent of the law. Contest Sponsor shall not be held responsible for any errors or negligence that may arise or occur in connection with the Contest including any damage to an entrant’s computer equipment, system, software or any combination thereof, as a result of their participation in this Contest or from downloading any material from the Contest web site.
9. Contest is subject to all applicable federal, provincial and municipal laws and regulations. By entering this Contest each entrant consents to the collection, use and distribution of his or her personal information (information that identifies an entrant as an individual, such as home telephone number, age and home address) by the Contest Sponsor for the purposes of implementing, administering and fulfilling this Contest. Contest Sponsor will not sell or transmit this information to third parties except for the purposes of administering this Contest. By entering the Contest, entrants consent to the manner of collection, use and disclosure of personal information as set out in Bell Media Inc.'s Privacy Policy, which is available at bellmedia.ca/about/Media_Privacy.page. Any inquiry concerning the personal information held by the Contest Sponsor should be addressed to Bell Media Inc. at 216 First Avenue North, Saskatoon, SK S7K 3W3.
10. In the event of any discrepancy or inconsistency between the terms and conditions of the Rules and disclosures or other statements contained in any Contest related materials, including but not limited to the Contest entry form, or point of sale, television, print or online advertising, the terms and conditions of the Rules shall prevail, govern and control.
11. All intellectual property, including but not limited to trade-marks, trade-names, logos, designs, promotional materials, web pages, source codes, drawings, illustrations, slogans and representations are owned by the Contest Sponsor and/or its affiliates. All rights are reserved. Unauthorized copying or use of any copyrighted material or intellectual property without the express written consent of its owner is strictly prohibited.


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