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Bitter Rain
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This is the 'Knapp's Cutoff Band' from our 2002 roadhouse recordings
live band
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a unique fusion of genres
The music of Michael Duran includes; "Collaborations" Projects with my Soundclick friends that I have had the honor to work with; "Homespun" Solo projects & Covers done at my home. live band recordings; 2000-2004 "The Shop" Heartbreak Highway 3 piece collab/studio recordings with; Steve Layman; Piano & Synth Steve Torok; Drums Michael Duran; Guitar, Synth, and Bass 1990's "The Knapps Cutoff Band" As Is Studio "open mic" and live recordings with; Marty Nicklin; Bass Steve Layman; Piano & Synth Steve Torok; Drums Michael Duran; Guitar & Synth Thanks to Nathan Bankston, Ray Garcia, and Chris Kenard for their fine vocals. 1980's "B'wana" salvaged tape recordings from my 80s club band. Dan Buck; Drums & Vocals Michael Duran; Guitar synth & Vocals Ron Olson; Bass & Vocals Bill Kramer; Lead Guitar
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Genre
Rock • Cover Songs
Charts
Peak #11
Peak in subgenre #1
Author
Storyville
Rights
Storyville 1996
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July 22, 2020
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MP3 10.5 MB • 320 kbps • 4:34
Story behind the song
Rescuing a few of the promo tapes from my last club band, the 'Knapp's Cutoff Band' an odd name, but Knapp's Cutoff was just the name of the country road where our studio was located in Crestline, California. Chris Kenard; vocals Steve Layman; piano Michael Duran; guitar Steve Torok; drums Marty Nicklin; bass
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Call it wishful thinking, That you'd extend your hand For the sound of one heart breaking Inspire you to take a stand Something in the water, Something in the air Sometimes the truth is tougher Than any lie that we can share A river gonna rise And I'll bring you shelter A light is gonna shine, And I'll show you the way The river's gonna rise And I'll be there to hold you If not for forgiveness And this bitter rain Turning down tomorrow Spinning 'round a hollow core No one for you to follow Just the hope for something more Call it wishful thinking Paint it on my face Another tragic story About a fool who lost his place A river gonna rise And I'll bring you shelter A light is gonna shine And I'll show you the way The river's gonna rise And I'll be there to hold you If not for forgiveness And this bitter rain.
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Tony DeLecce
Feb 14, 2021
You really were in some great bands. Every member of band is top shelf. Oh I like that bass breakout. Nice guitar work.
jameydarnold
Jul 24, 2020
Being a big southern rock fan this tune stands out for me. You guys were top notch musicians! Glad you resurrected your old tapes.
Roger John
Oct 19, 2017
Awesome im with you.
Rodrica Rudge
Oct 12, 2017
Absolutely brilliant Michael! Such an amazing sound, very soulful and dynamic - what a great band you had there! Blown away by the vocalist, fantastic voice.
Mr Grant
Oct 10, 2017
Some good southern rock here! LOVE the vocals as they remind me of some of the "good ole days" back in the day bands. Got me bobbing my head in my office so it's really good! ;)
Andrew N Project
Oct 10, 2017
This song made me remember such a wonderful group as "Grand Funk Railroad" - I mean atmosphere of the song - and thus my own youth, since then it was one of my favorite bands. Good playing - good singing! :D
Bob Forbes
Sep 10, 2017
Great Southern vibe Michael - good ol' Rock n Roll will live forever ;)
Alan L Cole
Sep 04, 2017
Nice rocker Michael! Cool vocals and guitar. Dig that bass break.
Ascenzion - Al Massey
Sep 03, 2017
Terrific song...The band is tight. The recording is dynamic with energy. Top vocals and solo's.
Swampman And The Machine
Sep 02, 2017
Awesome tune cuz !!!