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Wow nearly 25% of the year is done and I haven't even said HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! I have been told I'm a little bit slow haha, but the truth is that I just haven't had the chance to update!!! Lots been happening on this end, but before I post the progress on everything I'm up to musically right now, I just wanna say that I hope you have a fantastic 2010 and beyond!!! All the best to you and yours, and I appreciate everyone that is along for the ride!!!

2ND ALBUM - Even though I haven't sold a million of the first one yet, all I know how to do is another one, and we started the drums for it in July 09. Am happy to report that we'll be doing geetars, bass, and basically as much as possible next week at Red Planet!!!! There's one song I'm particularly excited about giving the proper treatment to as it's a 3 songs in one deal that covers a lot of different styles within. Will post on how we go afterwards!!!

FECKERS - We've made some real awesome progress on this album, which is the one Richard Anderson and I are putting together with guest singers and players from around the world. At the time of writing we don't have a title for the album, but knowing that guy, one won't be far away!!

Anyway, we have drums for 5 tracks, all or most of the music done on 3, vocal tracks for maybe 5 or 6, some keys tracks etc. Considering we weren't even sure this thing would start when we hoped, to be almost half way into it is a great feeling!!

The songs range from good fun rock n roll to slamming metal and the occasional acoustic ballad as well. Working with all the different talent has been a great experience, and to the folks that might have let us down in the past when trying to get these songs together, we even have a special dedication for you!!!

AND BEYOND - Starting to slowly look at whats gonna follow the 2 albums mentioned above, and have loads of songs for what we have planned. Gonna be another old songwriting partnership hopefully doing some stuff in this time, but it's early days!!

MORE TO COME - As of ten minutes ago, more cool news rolled in, but unfortunately I can't tell just yet. But having said that, there's plenty to come, and it's gonna rock!!!

Ho ho ho and stuff!!!! Hope everyone is well!!!

For anyone who might not have had the chance to pick up "Pieces of Eternity" as yet, the time couldn't be better as we're offering free shipping for the festive season and right through until 01/01/10!!!

Place your order as normal through the store at http://www.cs-songs.com/store and let us know if you have any problems. May include other sweeteners as well for orders placed during this time!!!

Much thanks and all the best!!!

Hey all,

Been NUTS busy - haven't had a chance to update this thing in a while!! Am taking a break here cramming on songs to write an update on everything that's happened over the last little bit, so here goes!!

GIGS:

Over the last couple of weeks I found myself on the stage for the first time in 3 years!!! Very cool to be back I have to say!!!

First up I did The Roarhouse @ The Espy Basement Bar on October 21st. Hadn't attended one of these before so I wasn't sure what to expect!! Ended up being a real fun night though and met some great folks there!! Played this one solo, and included the songs "(I Can't) Start Again", "October 22", and "Soundtrack", all from my recently released album "Pieces of Eternity"!!

Next up, I was playing guitar in an acoustic trio version of Liminal on October 31st, as part of the Halloween Showcase Of Death, put on by the good folks at http://www.thataudioguy.net/, which was live streamed on the internet via their site, and also several community radio stations!!

The guys were all fantastic to work with, and got to see some great acts after our set as well. Played a handful of Liminal songs, a cover of "Total Control", and also the live debut of "Lost Soul" which is from my solo album also!! We look forward to hopefully being part of more of these events in the future.

The following gigs are still to come this year with more being worked on behind the scenes: November 13th @ The OC, Fitzroy, with Problem, and Josh Murphy's Filthy Soup, and November 30th with Hurb Jephasun and Corinna Jane @ The Good Folk Club, Brunswick Hotel, Brunswick!!

NOTE: The OC gig is with Liminal, and the Good Folk Club is as guest guitarist!!

RECORDING:

Been recording for The Feckers at Melbourne Records for the last few months, and in the downtime for that I decided to start nailing some of the acoustic tracks I have had laying around for quite a while now. It may end up an album, they may end up a couple of EP's, or possibly extra tracks. I'm as yet undecided on that, but have 8 songs done musically and it's coming along nicely!! More info as it happens!!

THE ALBUM:

Is slowly taking over the world!! Haha!!

Getting my music into some cool countries I never thought I'd ever have anything to do with - Germany, Italy, USA, UK to name a few - everyone's support is much appreciated!!! Had some cool support from the folks at 3cr Radio here in Melbourne, and currently talking about some more!! Anyone out there that thinks my music may suit your format, definitely get in touch!!

And on that note, I think that is it!!

If anyone is a Twitter-er-er-er, feel free to follow me at http://www.twitter.com/eatpopslop

Facebook, you can find my music page here: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/pages/Chris-Szkup/69180289920?ref=search&sid=639243376.272513128..1

Hey folks,

As mentioned, being October 22 today here in Australia, I figured it would be rude to not have a cheesy gimmick to do with that date considering there is a song on my album of that name.

Sooooo, for a limited time, check out "October 22" on the http://www.myspace.com/eatpopslop

(HAPPY BIRTHDAY Suzanne!!! )

Hey folks!!

Lotsa stuff going on here!! Is an awesome time right now!!

Firstly, THANKS to Stephen Titter and 3CR Community Radio, who will be playing some of not only mine, but also GONE WILD'S music this Thursday October 1st @ 12pm (AEST). Listen online at http://www.3cr.org.au/

The end of 2009 will see yours truly getting back onto the live stage!! There are more dates being talked about, but so far, the following are confirmed:

October 21st @ The Espy (Basement Bar), 8.00pm

Chris Szkup unplugged - Will be a short solo set by Chris featuring a few songs from "Pieces of Eternity". Will also be copies available if anyone needs them!

( http://www.theespy.com.au/ / http://www.roarhouse.org/ )

November 30th @ The Brunswick Club - 140 Sydney Road, 8.00pm

Corinna and Hurb Jephasun @ The Good Folk Club - I'll be jamming with my good friends on guitar for this event!! Looking forward to it!!

( http://www.brunswickhotel.net/ )