The Wretch Recording Laboratory
A collaboration with my youngest son Seth. I composed the song and provided "everything rhythm" and he did all the spectacular lead guitar work. Time signatures alternate from 7/4 to 4/4. Hope you like it. Peace, FTK
Independent artist The Wretch Recording Laboratory drops "Magnus Troll in D Minor", a Blues Rock track on SoundClick. It is the kind of track that finds the right moment to make itself heard. This track does what good blues rock does best — it connects. Find more from The Wretch Recording Laboratory on SoundClick, a platform built for independent music discovery. Download this track for free.
Just me and my Dobro.
SoundClick artist The Wretch Recording Laboratory presents "Amazing Grace (Remix)", an outstanding release in the Blues Rock genre. The song establishes its own world and invites the listener to settle in. With a tone that is spiritual, indie folk and shoegaze, The Wretch Recording Laboratory's track connects on an emotional level. "Amazing Grace (Remix)" has peaked at #22 in the Blues Rock category on SoundClick. If Alternative, Rock and R&B is your sound, "Amazing Grace (Remix)" is a strong addition to your playlist. Download this song for free on SoundClick.
Sound effects provided by my homemade brass "clang", my homemade African Slit Drum, and my solid oak Gunlocke office chair (1953) with the squeaky spring tilt mechanism.
"Back in the Squeaky Chair" by The Wretch Recording Laboratory is a Blues Rock production available on SoundClick. Every element serves the song, creating a cohesive listening experience from start to finish. The track creates a listening experience that feels spiritual, indie folk and alternative pop. It has reached #21 on the main SoundClick Blues chart. Listeners into Alternative, Rock and R&B will find this track a natural fit within their rotation. This song is available as free download.
Seth Wilkins - Acoustic Guitar, Lead Guitar, Bass Guitar Frank Wilkins - Vocals, Percussion, Harmonica
SoundClick artist The Wretch Recording Laboratory presents "Golden Boy", an outstanding release in the Blues Rock genre. Every element serves the song, creating a cohesive listening experience from start to finish. With a tone that is spiritual, shoegaze and art rock, The Wretch Recording Laboratory's track connects on an emotional level. If Alternative, Rock and R&B is your sound, "Golden Boy" is a strong addition to your playlist. Download this song for free on SoundClick.
Track inspired by Steve Vai, Zappa and Robert Johnson.
"Old Brown Coat" is a Blues Rock track by The Wretch Recording Laboratory on SoundClick. It provides textures that deepen the overall emotional resonance. The track creates a listening experience that feels spiritual, shoegaze and alternative pop. For fans of Steve Vai, Zappa and Robert Johnson looking for something new, The Wretch Recording Laboratory delivers on SoundClick. Free MP3 download available for this track on SoundClick.
Drum track put together using FL Studio. Bass, Penco SG, and Dobro guitars. Vocals recorded using Shure 58 Beta and JT30 Silver Bullet mics.
"Matter o' Time" by The Wretch Recording Laboratory is a Blues Rock production available on SoundClick. It provides textures that deepen the overall emotional resonance. The track creates a listening experience that feels spiritual, shoegaze and dream pop. Listeners into Alternative, Rock and R&B will find this track a natural fit within their rotation. This song is available as free download.
Gospel Blues - 6 String acoustic, Hound Dog Dobro.
"Paul and Silas Bound in Jail" is a Blues Rock track by The Wretch Recording Laboratory on SoundClick. The song establishes its own world and invites the listener to settle in. The track creates a listening experience that feels spiritual, shoegaze and post-punk. If Alternative, Rock and R&B is your sound, "Paul and Silas Bound in Jail" is a strong addition to your playlist. Download this song for free on SoundClick.
Spiritual, Rhythm & Blues
"Glory Hallelujiah" by The Wretch Recording Laboratory is a Blues Rock production available on SoundClick. It rewards close listening, revealing new details on each playthrough. The track creates a listening experience that feels spiritual, indie folk and art rock. If Steve Vai, Zappa and Robert Johnson is in your rotation, "Glory Hallelujiah" belongs there too — find it on SoundClick. Get this track as a free download.
Hound Dog Dobro guitar, Fishman Pre-Amp, MXR 10 Band EQ, Zoom R-16 Digital Recorder. Recorded using one guitar into two inputs, one with delay, the other flat.
Independent artist The Wretch Recording Laboratory drops "Amazing Grace", a Blues Rock track on SoundClick. It is the kind of track that finds the right moment to make itself heard. With a tone that is spiritual, new wave and dream pop, The Wretch Recording Laboratory's track connects on an emotional level. Listeners into Alternative, Rock and R&B will find this track a natural fit within their rotation. This song is available as free download.
J.T. Oliphant, Private Investigator will thrill you with the mastery of his craft... i. e., "Bustin' the Bad Guys" using his uncanny attention to detail! Your after shave, the clothes you wear, your shoes, the way you lean... Oliphant never forgets!
SoundClick artist The Wretch Recording Laboratory presents "Oliphant Never Forgets (CBC May '13 Challenge)", an outstanding release in the Blues Rock genre. The production choices feel intentional, giving the track a distinct character. With a tone that is spiritual, electro-pop and shoegaze, The Wretch Recording Laboratory's track connects on an emotional level. For fans of Steve Vai, Zappa and Robert Johnson looking for something new, The Wretch Recording Laboratory delivers on SoundClick. Free MP3 download available for this track on SoundClick.
Traditional Irish Folk Hymn. One-take, live recording.
Independent artist The Wretch Recording Laboratory drops "The Sign Of The Cross", a Blues Rock track on SoundClick. The song establishes its own world and invites the listener to settle in. With a tone that is spiritual, dream pop and new wave, The Wretch Recording Laboratory's track connects on an emotional level. Listeners who follow Steve Vai, Zappa and Robert Johnson will feel right at home with this The Wretch Recording Laboratory release on SoundClick. Download this track for free.
Recorded using a Fostex 4-Track cassette deck and a Tascam stereo reel-to-reel.
SoundClick artist The Wretch Recording Laboratory presents "this thing", an outstanding release in the Blues Rock genre. It provides textures that deepen the overall emotional resonance. With a tone that is spiritual, electro-pop and new wave, The Wretch Recording Laboratory's track connects on an emotional level. Fans of Steve Vai, Zappa and Robert Johnson will find "this thing" worth adding to their playlist via SoundClick. This track is available as free download.
Discover this spiritual, new wave and grunge track.
SoundClick artist The Wretch Recording Laboratory presents "Come and Lay Your Burden Down", an outstanding release in the Blues Rock genre. The song establishes its own world and invites the listener to settle in. With a tone that is spiritual, new wave and grunge, The Wretch Recording Laboratory's track connects on an emotional level. If you enjoy artists like Steve Vai, Zappa and Robert Johnson, The Wretch Recording Laboratory is worth exploring on SoundClick. You can download this track free of charge.