Thanks for stopping by. What started out to be a simple expression of my long ago retired music aspirations as a "hard rocker" from the 70's, Well it turned out to be a much bigger project and a good solid chunk of my time both in writing, playing, mixing and producing these songs.
That long ago influence from Jimi Hendrix, Three Dog Night, Steppenwolf, and of course, Ginger Baker of the Cream has mixed with a newer beat of modern pop/rock, Jazz and Hip Hop. Yep, I have a pretty undefined style but you'll find all of these influences in every one of my songs. Like it or Hate it, It's what I've got and it's what I will work with.
What started out to be a fun project and a song or two melodies that would be written and used in promoting motorcycle safety has kinda exploded into every style of music that has ever resided in me. With no aspiration any longer to be a moneymaking sound machine in the foothills of record city USA, I'm going to write them as I feel them and play them as I enjoy to hear them. If it happens to be
on track' with what the music industry calls commercially viable.... Great! But the bigger force is what is emotionally and spiritually satisfying and this has precedence for me in what I release from here. So what if it doesn't follow a routine measure or verse/chorus format? I'm not trying to sell anybody, just express everything that's been living in me since I picked up those first set of drumsticks back in 67 at the tender age of 13. This is my emotion and enjoy it --- if it works for you.
All of these songs will be released in a standard variety thru hosting web sites that choose to distribute it. And, to help with my retirement and those college bills of my kids, I'll also release the full fidelity digital master series online for less than a dollar for anybody that can afford it.
So if you want to hear what the beat of a rock drummer migrates into long after the days of Aquarius and Jimi Hendrix, Have a listen to my sample clips. I'd love to hear from you even if you don't like it. I'm old enough now that I don't' care who sees my laundry hanging out on that ole'clothes line.
Enjoy
Bill Agreste
let me hear from you: BillAgreste
my email server is (at) Gmx.net
That long ago influence from Jimi Hendrix, Three Dog Night, Steppenwolf, and of course, Ginger Baker of the Cream has mixed with a newer beat of modern pop/rock, Jazz and Hip Hop. Yep, I have a pretty undefined style but you'll find all of these influences in every one of my songs. Like it or Hate it, It's what I've got and it's what I will work with.
What started out to be a fun project and a song or two melodies that would be written and used in promoting motorcycle safety has kinda exploded into every style of music that has ever resided in me. With no aspiration any longer to be a moneymaking sound machine in the foothills of record city USA, I'm going to write them as I feel them and play them as I enjoy to hear them. If it happens to be
on track' with what the music industry calls commercially viable.... Great! But the bigger force is what is emotionally and spiritually satisfying and this has precedence for me in what I release from here. So what if it doesn't follow a routine measure or verse/chorus format? I'm not trying to sell anybody, just express everything that's been living in me since I picked up those first set of drumsticks back in 67 at the tender age of 13. This is my emotion and enjoy it --- if it works for you.
All of these songs will be released in a standard variety thru hosting web sites that choose to distribute it. And, to help with my retirement and those college bills of my kids, I'll also release the full fidelity digital master series online for less than a dollar for anybody that can afford it.
So if you want to hear what the beat of a rock drummer migrates into long after the days of Aquarius and Jimi Hendrix, Have a listen to my sample clips. I'd love to hear from you even if you don't like it. I'm old enough now that I don't' care who sees my laundry hanging out on that ole'clothes line.
Enjoy
Bill Agreste
let me hear from you: BillAgreste
my email server is (at) Gmx.net
PAPRAP
For those that are interested, PapRap is an imaginary character, along with Fizzy, Henry, Java,
Moonlight, Scooter, and Winky. Sometimes Gurtie and Marla come along just to add that female touch. These colorful characters are in the skits featured in about half of my songs.
These are fun - dancable songs and feature all music styles somehow I"ve managed to blend. Yep, from Classical to Hip Hop, They do blend. I hope you enjoy them.
But one night while writing, I put together an arrangement that suddenly put a lump in my throat an a sense of anger and rage in my heart. A song to cry for and to fight for... While everything I've done thus far has been for fun, this is my one very serious work and I'll be releasing it soon. But here's a clip for you.. Two Clips Actually. This song is actuall a pair. They go hand in hand and are stitched together as they should be.
For those that are interested, PapRap is an imaginary character, along with Fizzy, Henry, Java,
Moonlight, Scooter, and Winky. Sometimes Gurtie and Marla come along just to add that female touch. These colorful characters are in the skits featured in about half of my songs.
These are fun - dancable songs and feature all music styles somehow I"ve managed to blend. Yep, from Classical to Hip Hop, They do blend. I hope you enjoy them.
But one night while writing, I put together an arrangement that suddenly put a lump in my throat an a sense of anger and rage in my heart. A song to cry for and to fight for... While everything I've done thus far has been for fun, this is my one very serious work and I'll be releasing it soon. But here's a clip for you.. Two Clips Actually. This song is actuall a pair. They go hand in hand and are stitched together as they should be.
music by: PAPRAP
and his virtual studio band
All material herein is copyright 2007 by Bill Agreste
BMI
and his virtual studio band
All material herein is copyright 2007 by Bill Agreste
BMI
A presentation of America's Heart!
Memory 911
It's a musical recollection of that dreadful day of September 11, 2001. This clip is from Memory 911 (the first half of this two song production). As the day unfolds, The Word Trade Centers are struck by passenger aircraft under control of Mid-Eastern Terrorist .
Star Spangled Persuasion
America arises to her call, her loss, and her resolve. This clip takes place after our call to action and features Marine Cadence vocals in preparation for our response. It's not about guns, bombs and missiles, It's about our resolve, and our commitment to be free.
Memory 911
It's a musical recollection of that dreadful day of September 11, 2001. This clip is from Memory 911 (the first half of this two song production). As the day unfolds, The Word Trade Centers are struck by passenger aircraft under control of Mid-Eastern Terrorist .
Star Spangled Persuasion
America arises to her call, her loss, and her resolve. This clip takes place after our call to action and features Marine Cadence vocals in preparation for our response. It's not about guns, bombs and missiles, It's about our resolve, and our commitment to be free.
TRIBUTE TO 911 and the AMERCIAN SPIRIT
The taste of Candy
The taste of Candy isn't about taste at all, but about a region of happiness that one might find at the beach, picnicing in the forrest, or even sleeping in a hammock in your own countryside back yard. But for me, it's my darling wife Candy, she brings me this peace. And if you have a mate, be sure to listen together and relax with each other!
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The taste of Candy isn't about taste at all, but about a region of happiness that one might find at the beach, picnicing in the forrest, or even sleeping in a hammock in your own countryside back yard. But for me, it's my darling wife Candy, she brings me this peace. And if you have a mate, be sure to listen together and relax with each other!
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The sweet side of life and love
With Every Breath I Take
The feeling of a woman's love and reliance on her love.
AWARD WINNING: BillBoard
There's no doubt, the strongest men in the world are helpless when it comes to their heart. A man loves to "bluff and call", hiding his real emotions about the woman he loves. We'll the truth is out. Ladies, you control the very breath of that man who's acting so big and tall.
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The feeling of a woman's love and reliance on her love.
AWARD WINNING: BillBoard
There's no doubt, the strongest men in the world are helpless when it comes to their heart. A man loves to "bluff and call", hiding his real emotions about the woman he loves. We'll the truth is out. Ladies, you control the very breath of that man who's acting so big and tall.
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For every guy that has been on his knees - this is for you!
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