War Pigs Bass Cover
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I hope you've got some time because this is going to be a long story.
I recorded a couple of videos earlier and saw a comment come across the "Sunday Papers" video I posted this morning. It was a request to do a cover of "War Pigs" from Dylan Sanchez and, while I had everything set up, I thought I'd oblige him with a one take shot at the song.
I think there's a pretty good chance that the video will get blocked, if it does, I'll get it back up lickety-split.
I learned this song for a short notice gig a couple of weeks ago and is an example of how I might go about learning a song that I might be playing live. For my videos I normally agonize over the correctness of every note but I'm not quite so demanding of myself for live material. I tend to pick and choose my favorite licks that I consider to be important and signature to the song. In this song I'm, for the most part, ad-libbing my way through the guitar solo parts and even borrowed a line or two from how Rudy Sarzo played the song during his stint with Ozzy. For me, the most important thing during the solos was to just keep playing.
Back on 4/8, I got a message from Fluffy Wagglekins on Facebook. He said that he gave my number to a fellow who needed a bass player for a one set show at an Earth Day street festival down in Nyack, NY. Fluffy is very active in the live music scene down in Rockland County. I rarely leave my room and don't like playing live. I told him I probably wouldn't be interested but thanked him politely for thinking of me. He actually said, "This guy plays all sorts of weird shit and you were the first person I thought of." Then he told me the guy's name, Jeff Rubin. It turns out, Jeff used to run an open mike night at a club down in Nyack around 28 years ago at a time when I was very musically active. It was like live band karaoke. Bands could get up and play or single players/singers could get up and sit in with the house band. The ability levels of the participants covered the spectrum. Jeff would sing, play, back people up or step off the stage, depending on what was going on. I was always impressed by his musical vocabulary (he seemed to know a million songs) and his ability to both blend in in a supporting role or step up as a front man. Two of his signature songs were Aqualung and Hocus Pocus by Focus. The drummer I was playing with at the time was sort of a local legend himself and we decided to get up and play one night. Not that night, as we wanted to rehearse the songs ourselves before going up. We figured if Jeff could make even the most mediocre of players sound good that we would blow the place up. We rehearsed and showed up one night to play and it was a disappointment. I can't put my finger on what made it disappointing but it was just a lackluster performance and was a bit of a letdown. This had nothing to do with Jeff, it was all me and Tom, the drummer.
Not long after that, Jeff auditioned for and joined the band Oingo Boingo. Not sure if you've ever heard of them but they had some international popularity. The real thing of interest about that band was the leader, Danny Elfman who went on to be an incredibly famous composer. I'm sure you've heard of him. He does all of Tim Burton's movies and, most notably, The Simpsons' theme.
I've never forgotten the experience and thought this would be an opportunity to redeem myself since those two songs were still in his setlist. I told Jeff the story and that this was the primary reason I'd even considered doing the gig. He laughed and gave me a list of 15 eclectic songs which I set out to learn. The gig was on the 18th, so I had 10 days. Out of the 15 songs, 2 of them I somewhat knew - Aqualung and the Focus song (though it had been 28 years since I'd last played that one.) Another 6 songs, I'd heard so many times before that I more or less knew the arrangements even if I didn't know all the notes. The remaining 7 songs, I was not familiar with at all. I had committed to putting myself in this uncomfortable situation and set about learning the songs. War Pigs was one of the songs that I was very familiar with but had never really learned or played before. I'd touched on it when I was a very young player but it was well over my head at that time and by the time I had developed enough skills to have learned/played it, I'd discovered Rush and had moved on.
I should also say that I'd never met the drummer before and the gig was done with no rehearsals. I just showed up, shook hands and played. I must say that I thought the set went very well and I was sort of proud that I'd challenged myself and, more or less, risen to the occasion. The only thing that was disappointing was that Jeff had over budgeted the time we had to play and we never got to do my redemption songs - Aqualung and Hocus Pocus. It figures. Now I'll have to go back again in another 28 years.
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Cyclopes gathered in their masses, all pissed off because no one makes one lensed glasses!
@sinjin88
Жыл бұрын
Brilliant!
@brk932
Жыл бұрын
I could totally imagine Geezer coming up with that!
great crowd back there
@armadillo76
6 жыл бұрын
carlos rmirez lmao
@christianhohbach4304
6 жыл бұрын
...fallen or wounded slaves (soldiers)crowded back there. They followed the orders of 'War Pigs'. 'War Pigs' are sitting in save places.
@floridaboy6931
5 жыл бұрын
Idk kinda dead
@IMKINDOFABIGDEAL13
5 жыл бұрын
They look like masks from GOOSEBUMPS.
@anthonyfergerson3444
5 жыл бұрын
@@IMKINDOFABIGDEAL13 that's exactly what I was thinking lol
One of the BEST and underrated bass players AND lyricist, GEEZER BUTLER!!! Great job... Isn't easy
@rius4288
7 жыл бұрын
Totally agree, my personal favorite. Don't know why people stop at Nib even it is so good, you got some great bass lines in all the albums like warning, the wizard for the first album, war pigs, fairies wear boots or hand of doom. He play more notes and melody than other bassist i thought. Don't know why people underrated him so hard.
@JoeyP322
7 жыл бұрын
Marius Durupt let's not forget what an incredible lyricist he is.... he wrote 99% of Sabbath's songs... a true genius in the music world...
@rius4288
7 жыл бұрын
Oh yes, i love the lyrics too, i was talking about his bassist talent. Lot a sabbath lyrics make me cogitate. Sorry for the forget :p
@robch.2901
7 жыл бұрын
Joey P that's why Terrance is my favourite. for me is the best not because of his amazing way of introducing lyrics but the technique he uses to speed up the tempo with Toni's riffs. amazing , simply amazing thanks to Black Sabbath we have metal.
@jasonrdrunner
6 жыл бұрын
Underrated lyricist, yes. But not bass player. When people pick their top 10 bass players Geezer is often mentioned.
3:59 Holy shit
@PainkillerPhysio
3 жыл бұрын
My thoughts exactly
Geezer and Bill made an incredible rhythm together. Vastly underrated.
@TJH3113
7 жыл бұрын
Yes, they did.
@hahnsmantra7276
Жыл бұрын
How is a timeless masterpiece underated ? This stuff will still be heard into the next century. Creating such a legendary legacy is hardly what you are calling it....
@chrissibersky4617
Ай бұрын
Black Sabbath are only in the top 3 (mostly number 1) on every metal top list ever made and also considered to have created the genre. Vastly underated. 😂
Great cover, I like how he makes his bass louder than the backing, most covers are just listening to a song with somebody with a bass in their hand
@psychosomatik2
7 жыл бұрын
Disraeli Gears this
@Volvo745T
6 жыл бұрын
It's unfortunate Geezer's bass was diminished in the mix ... it's excellent, and deserves a more prominent place.
@PicklePaint
6 жыл бұрын
Rite
@pradeepvenugopal1431
5 жыл бұрын
Where’s the superlike button for this comment!
@Volvo745T
5 жыл бұрын
@@man-gi8suMost studio and live recordings it was hard to hear his bass.
I didn't know War Pigs had such a good bass line until I watched your video man..well done, it's epic..
@badfish41969
7 жыл бұрын
mtsimpl geezer's amazing
@mysticalmisfit33
Жыл бұрын
Lol what don't yall listen to music?
Grew up playing bass then switched to guitar. This was my transition song. Started learning it on bass and then finished it on guitar. One of the best songs in the world, in my opinion.
@TJH3113
4 жыл бұрын
Very cool! It's one of the best, that's for sure.
Virtuoso - check out 4:00 - 4:30 insane!
The way this bass line is conducted by the end of the song is just unbelievable
Did you notice that most of the song took place in the middle of the neck, save the 4 open strings. That must be in the zone. What a monster to learn that one. There's a certain trade-off between bass making song structure and bass solo melodies. Thats hard to do. And they tend to merge into each other along the way. The good bass players always have the song structure nearby and can both give to the song and spotlight themselves too.
@TJH3113
9 жыл бұрын
onecircle1 Great comment. I've always preferred structure to improv but certainly respect both schools of thought.
I watched this video around 80 times over this past weekend. Slowing it down and picking it dry for all the riffs. I played along with it so many times, that I would not have been surprised if you just stopped and said “ok...that’s enough...I’m going home”. Thanks again, it was fun.
@TJH3113
5 жыл бұрын
Haha...thank for bringing my numbers up.
110% cool! Totally in the groove!
@TJH3113
9 жыл бұрын
ThunderBassist Jay Thanks.
Love the tone of the Fender Jazz Bass. Excellent Rendition of a Classic. Kudos
Maybe I've gotten lazy and don't practice enough...but even if I did, I still seem to have trouble picking up exactly what Geezer was laying down here. This video provides vital information for me to LEARN THIS SONG RIGHT. Thank you Troy. Your "Bass Player-programmed" wonderful mind is hugely evident here...to pick out all of those pentatonic "box" fills and bring them up to the light for all to see and hear. Thank you bother!
@TJH3113
8 жыл бұрын
+luv basses Thanks for the nice comment but, as I said in the "about" section, I'm playing "in the spirit of Geezer" during some of the crazier sections. I was more concerned about coming up something I could play reliable live and wasn't striving as much for "note for note" in this cover.
No matter how many times I watch you.....you impress the shit out of me...your attention to detail is fucking amazing.
@TJH3113
8 жыл бұрын
Please... Thanks.
Awesome as always! Geezer is one of my bass heroes, not to mention his lyric-writing, and this is one of the best songs of one of the best bands in rock and roll history. There's a local Sabbath tribute band near where I live, and though I'm not really into the whole tribute thing, whenever they are playing they kill, and even after 40 years younger people still sing along to the lyrics, Sabbath's music is that timeless. It's good to see you enjoying yourself, too, you're always too cool, man!
@RCAvhstape
9 жыл бұрын
Helium Road Also, the sidebar on youtube is just full of War Pigs and other Geezer bass covers. Says something right there.
@TJH3113
9 жыл бұрын
Helium Road I was totally into Sabbath for a time when I was starting out. I was pretty dark in my youth. I think the fact that I'd decided I was going to one take of this song, just like the gig, took some of the pressure off and that might explain my relaxed demeanor.
I just had tears in my eyes. It's so beautiful to hear this wonderful bass lines so strong and clear and not so mushy and in the background like in the original recordings. My son of 2 1/2 keeps pressing repeat all the time.
@TJH3113
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the awesome comment..
@f.h.9606
3 жыл бұрын
He is now 5 years old, he still loves to watch it!
Damn, its already been almost 2 years since I first touched a bass. I came back to this song today just to see where I'm at from when I first looked at it last year. Being able to play along with you after only an hour of practice is wonderful, especially since I couldn't play it after days of practice back then. Awesome channel and skills! Watching you play has been a boon to my skills on the bass, so thank you for the wonderful content!
@TJH3113
2 жыл бұрын
Welcome back and I hope that you are enjoying your time with the bass as much am. Keep up the good work and I'll see you around!
Revisiting this... Such a melodious bass line - crazy
Holy Geez....we cover this song and its a pain in the ass. first time ive seen you play it and its good to know that i had the "solo" in close proximity. of course its never the same twice.... (for me anyways) Its also one of the first times ive seen expressions on your face. Normally you look incredibly bored. Your a great player man. Thanks for all the lessons.
@SignoreDeiVermi
8 жыл бұрын
+G Sabat +1
@kinkynikk
3 жыл бұрын
Difficult? Definitely. Referring to it as a pain in the ass though? Hell no dude, it's fun as hell to play in my opinion.
Awesome sound and cover!!
@TJH3113
8 жыл бұрын
+Tatu Nyman Thanks.
Thank you so much for this learning opportunity! a big hug!
Great hearing these classics through you Troy. It’s easy to lose the bass line in songs and how integral the bass is in songs. It’s great how you bring it up front to hear not your playing ability but seeing house the bass forms the structure for these awesome songs. As always great job
@TJH3113
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much. I'm glad you find some benefit from the videos. Take care.
This is incredible! I wish I had this video when I was learning this song years ago.
Awesome playing. And you always manage to get the tone I've been trying to get forever. Great Job
@TJH3113
8 жыл бұрын
+labgnat Thanks.
Always nice to see/ear your covers........great job as usual ...
@TJH3113
9 жыл бұрын
Ecclesiaste John Preston Thanks.
Hats off, much needed note for note just to appreciate how Geezer did his thing and inspired folks like myself who appreciate players who play inside the box and outside the box at the same time. Thank you.
@TJH3113
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great comment.
Excellent, Troy!!
@TJH3113
9 жыл бұрын
69lucyfer Thanks. I figured you'd like it.
3:59= best part!!! I can't believe it is even possible for someone to learn a bass riff like that BY EAR! Nonetheless, this is a great cover. Respect!
@TJH3113
8 жыл бұрын
Thanks, but remember, I'm playing my own interpretation of the song.
It showcase both Geezer's and your talent. I'd be happy to listen to most of your bass covers as a final mixed product of the song.
You ROCK Troy! It's always a treat to watch you play that bass guitar. Thank you for sharing.
@TJH3113
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot!
Cool, I played that in a few bands and I played it just like you did... I feel better about myself now.
@Sheehy223
7 жыл бұрын
The best way to make sure you're playing something correctly is to compare it to how this guy does it.
@TJH3113
7 жыл бұрын
I hate to disappoint you, but I went off on my own during the guitar solo. Normally, I try to cover stuff as closely as I can to the original recording but, in this case, I learned it for a live situation so I took some liberties.
@pixoticaguy
7 жыл бұрын
haha, the way you add your own stuff into your vids is NEVER disappointing! Geezer would be proud...
Wow.... Just Wow..... 💕
I’ve been listening to this cover for 4 years now. Great work man!
@TheAknativeboy
3 жыл бұрын
I always come back and listen to it along with MANY more of your covers!
@TJH3113
3 жыл бұрын
Wow, thanks!
Mate, seriously. You are the KING! Whoa!
@TJH3113
8 жыл бұрын
Haha, yeah, now if you'd just let my wife know that. Thanks.
That is one seriously cool wall. Also, excellent cover.
@TJH3113
8 жыл бұрын
+Joao Gomes Thanks. Most of the masks are from DeathStudios.
@joaogomes9405
8 жыл бұрын
TJH3113 Nice. Keep up the great work!
You do great covers and the sound is perfect. And those masks are killer. Thanks for your content!
@TJH3113
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. Most of the masks are from DeathStudios.
I am so happy you posted this. Your covers are my favorite on youtube and they help me the most with learning songs. You nailed this cover!! Wooo!!
@TJH3113
9 жыл бұрын
Sam O'Connor Thanks a lot.
Was looking through your stuff for some more Cake, and was searching for War Pigs and came across this. Did not know that Cake was a cover of this. Impressive as usual.
@TJH3113
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
Children of the Grave next please!
Ozzy: I think one of the faces in the back is moving.
Wow! Beautiful lines
Million dollar bass player!! I personally LOVE the sound of this Jazz bass. Holy grail....
Haven't seen a bad cover from you yet, And Im pretty sure Im not gunna. Killer Cover.
@TJH3113
8 жыл бұрын
Eh, some are better than others.
@THEATREofPAIN270
8 жыл бұрын
Some songs maybe. But your playing is great. No matter what the song.
Which gear are you using? This sound is amazing!
I have seen some of your videos, and you are so relaxed in most of them, but I love how this song goes inside you and you start to "dance" and sing, I'm a huge Black Sabbath fan and it's good to see how this music goes inside you, because it happens to me all the time... Great video!!!!!
@TJH3113
9 жыл бұрын
zzzhaggy In most of my videos I'm trying my best to get through the song with no errors which, even on simpler song, is difficult to do. On this song, and the last few I've posted, I recorded with an "as is" approach as if I were playing them live which actually relieves some of the tension.
You never disappoint....excellent!
@TJH3113
7 жыл бұрын
Thanks.
more Black Sabbath's cover please!
Fucking excellent..................You inspire me..
@TJH3113
8 жыл бұрын
+Chris Nichols Thanks.
I have been watching/learning from TJH 3113 for many years!! He is absolutely phenomenal!!! I know of no other bassist as good as he on KZread or anywhere else for that matter!!!
@TJH3113
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the very kind words, Steven.
You even did that Geezer Butler/Ace Frehley three-finger thingy. I like that you did a tribute verbatim version. This song has a format that advanced beginners could play through. I think naturally the song gets improvised over. I would love to hear your version of War Pigs.
@TJH3113
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, but I'm pretty sure that it was not intentional. Actually, I played it fairly close, but definitely ad-libbed most of the part beneath the guitar solo. Thanks and take care, Ed!
great job ! was that note for note or some improv?
@TJH3113
9 жыл бұрын
***** Thanks. Some improv during the guitar solos.
@popotic
9 жыл бұрын
TJH3113 Best improv I've seen though =)
@guigaceni
7 жыл бұрын
Dude ,Are your improvs are based on geezer`s live ones? wicked improvs btw ! keep on rockin
The beginning is hard
I am totally in love with this!! Fantastic!!
@TJH3113
9 жыл бұрын
***** Thanks. I'm glad you liked it.
Beautiful tone! I never realized how intense the bass was in War Pigs until I watched your video. Awesome!!
@TJH3113
9 жыл бұрын
Matthew Campbell Thanks.
Muito legal !!! Se possível, vou deixar um pedido de música, please : phantom of the opera ( Iron Maiden )
@TJH3113
4 жыл бұрын
Obrigado. Vou dar uma olhada.
Are you using a Geddy Lee signature?
@TJH3113
8 жыл бұрын
+Professor Kalkyl Yes.
Enjoyed it again Troy!!!! Simply amazing!!
@TJH3113
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks again Marvine!
Another Superb job Troy. Thanks as always.
@TJH3113
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Dean.
Are those masks for sale
Like I said, it's like sitting in on master's level instruction class. If The Professor ever charged admission, it'd be a race to see who gets in line first. Doin' ol' Geezer proud, boss. Thanks for another bulletproof cover. Boy, seeing you play live would have been such a kick.
@TJH3113
9 жыл бұрын
Oxnard Montalvo Oh please. I do it for the comments. Thanks.
Occasionally I go back and rewatch some faves. This is one of them (along with Duran Duran's "Rio"). You really look like you enjoyed playing this one. I wasn't a metal head myself when I was younger but I absolutely LOVE to play this song live. It's both interesting and fun. Enjoying your latest vacation inspired covers as well. Thanks.
That was amazing. I'm a huge Rudy Sarzo fan and could pick out those runs. I was smiling from ear to ear on this track. Really well done. Thanks for sharing with us.
@TJH3113
9 жыл бұрын
Constantine Isslamow Thanks a lot. The Sarzo part was mainly at the beginning and ending of the first guitar solo, if we're talking about the same thing. I think he may have played ascending root, 5th and octave. I prefer walking down stairs.
It was a joy to see your face emoting during the solo section. I haven't often seen your reactions as such. Well played!
@TJH3113
9 жыл бұрын
Cigar Dave More strain than emotion. I was actually more relaxed than usual because I'd already decided that I was going to do only one take of this song. That took a lot of the pressure off. Thanks.
Something things are timeless and legendary
My favorite bass player on youtube. Great job man
@TJH3113
3 жыл бұрын
Wow, thanks!
That was so sick!!! Gave me chills!! That was absolutely perfect!! Geezer would be proud!
@TJH3113
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot. You think?
@christopherdougherty7740
6 жыл бұрын
TJH3113 I do yes!! I've been playing guitar for close to 15 yrs and I just picked up a Squier vintage jazz bass and it's hard! Lol I figured playing guitar it's got to be the same thing in my pants completely different
Wow. Great version. Thanks Troy. Everytime I listen to this... Just Wow.
@TJH3113
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
This was a fantastic cover of one of my favourite songs. It was really a treat to see you enjoying yourself jamming to sabbath with a little smirk on your face.
@TJH3113
8 жыл бұрын
+TehBlitzEffect Thanks.
As always you nailed it Troy... Good job man!
@TJH3113
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks again, Destin!
awesome interpretation , you really inspire me sir , im an old 53 year old play by ear bassist myself my hands always wear out before this song is over anymore lol
Wow...you really knocked my socks off with this one!!!!!!!1 Incredible playing. Thanks Troy!!!!!!!!! Marvine :-)
@TJH3113
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks.
Geezer would be so proud! Well done(as always)!
@TJH3113
9 жыл бұрын
Robert Meagher Thanks.
One of the best covers ive seen! Great job!
@TJH3113
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot.
Awesome bass playing🤘Just flawless!
@TJH3113
11 ай бұрын
Thanks so much Alex!!
The lyrics are so relevant today! Great cover too by the way.
@TJH3113
6 жыл бұрын
Definitely. Thanks.
I have heard that song 10,000 times and played a few bar chords on my guitar 30 years ago, but Never had a clue as to how awesome the Bass track was. Thanks for the reveal !
@TJH3113
4 жыл бұрын
Wow, thanks!
Stunningly, technically gifted bass playing Troy.
@TJH3113
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the very kind words.
That was awesome, especially that raking arpeggio.
@TJH3113
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks.
Again your bass playing is mesmerizing and an inspiration !!!!!!
@TJH3113
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much, Spephen.
Always, without fail you never disappoint - just love watching you play, inspirational my good man.
@TJH3113
4 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that! Thank you very much.
Incredible. Gorgeous tone also. Cap truly doffed.
@TJH3113
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot.
very fun song to play! learned it in 2014, if this video was up then I would certainly had learned the song by it. very nice playing as always and an excelent tone!
@TJH3113
8 жыл бұрын
+Gabriel Lopes de Cicco Thanks a lot.
You and I must be brothers through a different mother. Every time I look for a bass cover of my favorite "Classic Rock" song I see you have it covered. I've heard it said, "Great minds think alike".
@TJH3113
3 жыл бұрын
You never know!
The best & smooth cover so far 👍👍
@TJH3113
3 жыл бұрын
Wow, thanks!
You nailed it again. Top notch.
@TJH3113
8 ай бұрын
Thank you.
Simply amazing
@TJH3113
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks.
I really enjoy your bass videos. I've learned a lot watching them. Thanks for doing these.
@TJH3113
4 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it! Thank you very much. My pleasure.
Geezer was the man who first got me interested in playing bass all those years ago...
@TJH3113
7 жыл бұрын
He was there for me too, right after gene simmons.
One of my favorites from Black Sabbath ! Great bass from Geezer ! You nailed it ! Thanks for posting !
@TJH3113
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Gustavo, I'm glad you liked it.
Beautiful cover! I love bass guitar so much. Crisp sound!
@TJH3113
Жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot!
Also, the tone on your jazz bass is perfect. Loving it.
@TJH3113
9 жыл бұрын
Sam O'Connor Thanks.
What makes this better than most cover videos, is that I can see how much fun you have when you play. You don’t act like a machine, unlike most other youtubers
@TJH3113
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words but you should watch some more of my videos. I'd actually say that I'm more "machine-like" than the average KZreadr.
@Davidwv97
6 жыл бұрын
TJH3113 your facial expressions and head movements say otherwise. But I will certainly watch more of your videos!
I really enjoyed listening to you, good job!
@TJH3113
8 жыл бұрын
+Sagi Vaitzman Thanks.
Absolute monster as always. You know you're listening to a great player when time and time again other long time players (me) constantly think man....I had no idea that like was that awesome.
@TJH3113
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot.
Many thanks for this exquisite lesson on a lifelong-favorite. I’m learning it for my band now and came to your channel first. 🙏 🤘
@TJH3113
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jamie, I hope it’s helpful!
That was BEAUTIFUL man.
@TJH3113
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks.
Amazing! You are great Troy!
@TJH3113
9 жыл бұрын
Cristiano Romualdo Thank you so much.
You're a phenomenal player, man. I can't say anything more than that. Just brilliant.
@TJH3113
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you, you are too kind.