Category Archives: Covers

Show Me Wax On

Posted on 07/30/2010 by danzp

Well, that was weird. And yet at the same time, it makes perfect sense… This past spring and into the summer, I homed in on a handful of cover songs, ones where I felt like I’d put a personal stamp … Continue reading →

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French Excellence Update

Posted on 06/28/2010 by danzp

So I’m deep into recording now, which currently entails overdubs and vocals for the six songs recorded with John and Larry (the “trio songs”). I’ve forgotten what an emotionally herky-jerky experience recording can be. One day I’m convinced my guitar … Continue reading →

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This Cigar Box Guitar Says Happy New Year

Posted on 01/02/2010 by danzp

So Amy got me a cigar box guitar for Christmas. Man, I had zero luck guessing what that tall gift leaning against the couch might be. It is, as you can see, pretty gorgeous: Snaps on Facebook elicited huzzahs and … Continue reading →

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‘Unhenged’ Unleashed!

Posted on 12/08/2009 by danzp

This past spring, I was honored to be asked to submit to the latest Coverville tribute project, Unhenged, wherein various indie artists take on songs by Spinal Tap. Initially, I thought it would be cute to do “Cups and Cakes.” … Continue reading →

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Tapping and Squeezing

Posted on 06/18/2009 by danzp

I finished a new song yesterday. It was especially satisfying because the missing pieces were all lyrics, pretty much. I was intimidated because I was extremely satisfied with the one verse I did have, one that came pretty effortlessly some … Continue reading →

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