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The Rise of Kaine & Rousby

Scenario:Kaine & Rousby were an English-American duo formed in 1967 in Aberdeen, Washington by Harrison Kaine (electric and occasionally acoustic guitarist, keyboards, lead and backing vocals) and Colton Rousby (bass guitarist, lead and backing vocals) In 1968, after playing gigs at local bars and clubs, they would sign a record deal with A&M and get a manager named Bill Hardt; a bear. A few months later, now April of 1968, Bill hired a producer; a rat named Stephen Solley and an engineer; a dalmatian named Geoff Renwick. Bill also hired a drummer named Rhett Pyle; a leopard. That same month, Kaine & Rousby begin writing and recording in the studio. In October of 1968, Kaine & Rousby released their debut studio album 'K&R'. It was a success! 4 out of 10 tracks listed reached the Billboard Hot 100. 'What You Will' peaked at No. 4, 'Funny Face' peaked at No. 13, 'Life On the Road' peaked at No. 35 and 'It's Alright (Don't Think About It)' peaked at No. 76. They were nominated for a Grammy award for Album of the Year but lost to 'By the Time I Get to Phoenix' by Glen Campbell. They were given a contract to sign for an event, also known as Woodstock of 1969. They agreed to play for $10,000. In 1970, their drummer Rhett Pyle died of an accidental overdose at 27. It would take six years for Kaine & Rousby to release another album. In January of 1976, Bill hired a new drummer; Al Meaden; a Egyptian mau who was originally with Montrose for a short period of time (yes, my imagination is wild). In late August of 1976, after leaving A&M and signing a record deal with Decca, Kaine & Rousby released their second studio album 'Welcome Home'. It was a mega success! 'I Can't Reach You' peaked at No. 2, 'It's Your Turn/Cry If You Want' peaked at No. 7, 'Silver Tongue' peaked at No. 16, 'Live With Me' peaked at No. 45, a cover song of 'Let Me Be Your Lovemaker' peaked at No. 73 and 'Road Hog' peaked at No. 92. They were nominated for a Grammy award for Album of the Year in early 1977 but lost. In April of 1977, Kaine & Rousby released their third studio album 'Late Night Lady'. It was a success! 'Late Night Lady' peaked at No. 1 and stayed in the top 5 for nearly thirteen weeks. 'Sex Appeal' peaked at No. 8. Though reluctant to play on the radio, it received positive reviews. And last but not least, 'Savin' It' peaked at No. 61 on the Billboard Hot 100. In early 1978, 'Late Night Lady' was nominated for a Grammy award for Song of the Year. It won! In June of 1978, Kaine & Rousby released their fourth studio album 'Dublin'. It was a mega success! '1969' peaked at No. 2, 'Long Ago' peaked at No. 3, 'Whatever You'd Like' peaked at No. 6, 'Magic' peaked at No. 17, 'Address Book' peaked at No. 30 and '1000 Years' peaked at No. 87. 'Whatever You'd Like' commences with a quiet introduction, containing a guitar playing notes from chords. Harrison Kaine and Colton Rousby used chorus, fuzz and flanging effects on their guitars. This lasts for approximately 26 seconds, and fades out towards the end. After this, the guitar picks up once more with a D-minor riff, and 40 seconds into the piece, the familiar D-major riff of the song begins, accompanied by drums from the 56 second mark. The song is guitar-oriented. During recording up to three guitar 'layers' were used, though it can be played with two: rhythm guitar and solo guitar. The other instruments are a bass guitar, keyboards and drums. The lyrics are multi-vocal; for instance the 'Whatever you'd like' part is sung entirely with two voices. The guitar low 'E' string is tuned to a D (the song is in the key of D). This is required to play the intro and also the low strumming after the intro. In this later part a flanger effect is used together with the ever-present overdrive/distortion effect. Critics say it's their best song yet. In early 1979, they were nominated for a Grammy award for Best Rock Song; (Whatever You'd Like), but lost. People were incredibly angry; people claimed it was rigged or fixed, people claimed that they deserved better but nothing was really done about it. To this day, people still say that they should've won that Grammy. In March of 1979, Kaine & Rousby released their fifth and final studio album 'Shelter'. It was a success! 'Testify' peaked at No. 1, 'Seeing Is Believing' peaked at No. 9 and 'Someday' peaked at No. 24. Kaine & Rousby disbanded in 1980 after arguments feud. Though, from time to time, Kaine and Rousby would hook up with each other for small gigs. Geoff Renwick died on September 26, 2012 at 76. Harrison Kaine died on August 13, 2023 at 79. Members: Harrison Kaine: (A Somali cat with yellow fur, red glasses, a denim jacket and black pants and his red Gibson ES-335) (Born October 2, 1943 in San José, California; died August 13, 2023) Electric and occasionally acoustic guitar, keyboards, lead and backing vocals (1967-1980), Lyrics (1967-1980) Colton Rousby: (A English spaniel with black and white fur, a mustache, a brown wristband, a black leather jacket and jeans and his 1955 Fender Precision Bass) (Born March 30, 1944 in Leeds, England) Bass guitar, lead and backing vocals (1967-1980), Lyrics (1967-1980) Drummers: Rhett Pyle: (A leopard with a yellow shirt and black pants and Ludwig drums) (Born December 12, 1942; died June 18, 1970) Drums, percussion (1967-1970) Al Meaden: (A Egyptian mau with a black turtleneck and black bell bottoms and Ludwig drums) (Born May 8, 1949) Drums, percussion (1976-1980) Others: Bill Hardt: (A Grizzly bear with a grey suit and red tie and grey bell bottoms) (Born June 6, 1934) Manager (1967-1980) Stephen Solley: (A rat with a mustache, a yellow v-neck cardigan and jeans) (Born February 20, 1940) Producer (1967-1980) Geoff Renwick: (A dalmatian with a navy blue knitted polo shirt and navy blue pants) (Born September 14, 1936; died Septembr 26, 2012) Engineer (1967-1980)
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Kaine & Rousby were an English-American duo formed in 1967 in Aberdeen, Washington by Harrison Kaine (electric and occasionally acoustic guitarist, keyboards, lead and backing vocals) and Colton Rousby (bass guitarist, lead and backing vocals) In 1968, after playing gigs at local bars and clubs, they would sign a record deal with A&M and get a manager named Bill Hardt; a bear. A few months later, now April of 1968, Bill hired a producer; a rat named Stephen Solley and an engineer; a dalmatian named Geoff Renwick. Bill also hired a drummer named Rhett Pyle; a leopard. That same month, Kaine & Rousby begin writing and recording in the studio. In October of 1968, Kaine & Rousby released their debut studio album 'K&R'. It was a success! 4 out of 10 tracks listed reached the Billboard Hot 100. 'What You Will' peaked at No. 4, 'Funny Face' peaked at No. 13, 'Life On the Road' peaked at No. 35 and 'It's Alright (Don't Think About It)' peaked at No. 76. They were nominated for a Grammy award for Album of the Year but lost to 'By the Time I Get to Phoenix' by Glen Campbell. They were given a contract to sign for an event, also known as Woodstock of 1969. They agreed to play for $10,000. In 1970, their drummer Rhett Pyle died of an accidental overdose at 27. It would take six years for Kaine & Rousby to release another album. In January of 1976, Bill hired a new drummer; Al Meaden; a Egyptian mau who was originally with Montrose for a short period of time (yes, my imagination is wild). In late August of 1976, after leaving A&M and signing a record deal with Decca, Kaine & Rousby released their second studio album 'Welcome Home'. It was a mega success! 'I Can't Reach You' peaked at No. 2, 'It's Your Turn/Cry If You Want' peaked at No. 7, 'Silver Tongue' peaked at No. 16, 'Live With Me' peaked at No. 45, a cover song of 'Let Me Be Your Lovemaker' peaked at No. 73 and 'Road Hog' peaked at No. 92. They were nominated for a Grammy award for Album of the Year in early 1977 but lost. In April of 1977, Kaine & Rousby released their third studio album 'Late Night Lady'. It was a success! 'Late Night Lady' peaked at No. 1 and stayed in the top 5 for nearly thirteen weeks. 'Sex Appeal' peaked at No. 8. Though reluctant to play on the radio, it received positive reviews. And last but not least, 'Savin' It' peaked at No. 61 on the Billboard Hot 100. In early 1978, 'Late Night Lady' was nominated for a Grammy award for Song of the Year. It won! In June of 1978, Kaine & Rousby released their fourth studio album 'Dublin'. It was a mega success! '1969' peaked at No. 2, 'Long Ago' peaked at No. 3, 'Whatever You'd Like' peaked at No. 6, 'Magic' peaked at No. 17, 'Address Book' peaked at No. 30 and '1000 Years' peaked at No. 87. 'Whatever You'd Like' commences with a quiet introduction, containing a guitar playing notes from chords. Harrison Kaine and Colton Rousby used chorus, fuzz and flanging effects on their guitars. This lasts for approximately 26 seconds, and fades out towards the end. After this, the guitar picks up once more with a D-minor riff, and 40 seconds into the piece, the familiar D-major riff of the song begins, accompanied by drums from the 56 second mark. The song is guitar-oriented. During recording up to three guitar 'layers' were used, though it can be played with two: rhythm guitar and solo guitar. The other instruments are a bass guitar, keyboards and drums. The lyrics are multi-vocal; for instance the 'Whatever you'd like' part is sung entirely with two voices. The guitar low 'E' string is tuned to a D (the song is in the key of D). This is required to play the intro and also the low strumming after the intro. In this later part a flanger effect is used together with the ever-present overdrive/distortion effect. Critics say it's their best song yet. In early 1979, they were nominated for a Grammy award for Best Rock Song; (Whatever You'd Like), but lost. People were incredibly angry; people claimed it was rigged or fixed, people claimed that they deserved better but nothing was really done about it. To this day, people still say that they should've won that Grammy. In March of 1979, Kaine & Rousby released their fifth and final studio album 'Shelter'. It was a success! 'Testify' peaked at No. 1, 'Seeing Is Believing' peaked at No. 9 and 'Someday' peaked at No. 24. Kaine & Rousby disbanded in 1980 after arguments feud. Though, from time to time, Kaine and Rousby would hook up with each other for small gigs. Geoff Renwick died on September 26, 2012 at 76. Harrison Kaine died on August 13, 2023 at 79. Members: Harrison Kaine: (A Somali cat with yellow fur, red glasses, a denim jacket and black pants and his red Gibson ES-335) (Born October 2, 1943 in San José, California; died August 13, 2023) Electric and occasionally acoustic guitar, keyboards, lead and backing vocals (1967-1980), Lyrics (1967-1980) Colton Rousby: (A English spaniel with black and white fur, a mustache, a brown wristband, a black leather jacket and jeans and his 1955 Fender Precision Bass) (Born March 30, 1944 in Leeds, England) Bass guitar, lead and backing vocals (1967-1980), Lyrics (1967-1980) Drummers: Rhett Pyle: (A leopard with a yellow shirt and black pants and Ludwig drums) (Born December 12, 1942; died June 18, 1970) Drums, percussion (1967-1970) Al Meaden: (A Egyptian mau with a black turtleneck and black bell bottoms and Ludwig drums) (Born May 8, 1949) Drums, percussion (1976-1980) Others: Bill Hardt: (A Grizzly bear with a grey suit and red tie and grey bell bottoms) (Born June 6, 1934) Manager (1967-1980) Stephen Solley: (A rat with a mustache, a yellow v-neck cardigan and jeans) (Born February 20, 1940) Producer (1967-1980) Geoff Renwick: (A dalmatian with a navy blue knitted polo shirt and navy blue pants) (Born September 14, 1936; died Septembr 26, 2012) Engineer (1967-1980)

Harrison Kaine

determined, and introspective. Harrison forms the band with Colton Rousby in 1967 and signs with A&M Records. They release their debut album 'K&R' in 1968, achieving moderate success. The band faces challenges, including the death of their drummer Rhett Pyle and a sixyear hiatus before releasing their second album 'Welcome Home'. Harrison's music evolves over time, showcasing his growth as an artist.

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Al Meaden

adaptable, and professional. Al joins the band after a sixyear hiatus following Rhett Pyle's death and helps them release two successful albums: 'Welcome Home' and 'Late Night Lady'. His drumming style brings new energy to their sound during this period of renewed creativity.

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Bill Hardt

protective, and ambitious. Bill helps secure a record deal with A&M Records for the band's debut album 'K&R'. He oversees their career progression through various challenges like Rhett Pyle's death and lineup changes. Bill remains dedicated to promoting Kaine & Rousby's music throughout their active years.

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In 1967 in Aberdeen, Washington, I (Harrison Kaine) a Somali cat formed an English-American duo with Colton Rousby, an English spaniel.
We played many gigs at local bars and clubs.
In 1968, we signed a record deal with A&M Records and got a manager named Bill Hardt, a bear.
A few months later in April of 1968, Bill hired a producer named Stephen Solley, a rat and an engineer named Geoff Renwick, a dalmatian.
That same month, Bill hired a drummer named Rhett Pyle, a leopard.
In April of 1968, we started writing and recording in the studio with Stephen Solley as our producer and Geoff Renwick as our engineer.
In October of 1968, our debut studio album 'K&R' was released.
It was a success!
Four out of ten tracks listed peaked on the Billboard Hot 100.
'What You Will' peaked at No. 4, 'Funny Face' peaked at No. 13, 'Life On the Road' peaked at No. 35 and 'It's Alright (Don't Think About It)' peaked at No. 76.
We were nominated for a Grammy award for Album of the Year but lost to 'By the Time I Get to Phoenix' by Glen Campbell.
We were given a contract to play at Woodstock in 1969 for $10,000.
In 1970 after Rhett Pyle died from an accidental overdose at age 27, it took six years for us to release another album.
The Rise of Kaine & Rousby
In January of 1976, Bill hired a new drummer named Al Meaden, an Egyptian mau who was originally with Montrose for a short period of time.
In late August of 1976 after leaving A&M and signing a record deal with Decca, we released our second studio album 'Welcome Home'.
It was a mega success!
'I Can't Reach You' peaked at No. 2, 'It's Your Turn/Cry If You Want' peaked at No. 7, 'Silver Tongue' peaked at No. 16, 'Live With Me' peaked at No. 45, a cover song of 'Let Me Be Your Lovemaker' peaked at No. 73 and 'Road Hog' peaked at No. 92.
We were nominated for a Grammy award for Album of the Year in early 1977 but lost.
In April of 1977, we released our third studio album 'Late Night Lady'.
It was a success!
'Late Night Lady' peaked at No. 1 and stayed in the top 5 for nearly thirteen weeks.
'Sex Appeal' peaked at No. 8.
Though reluctant to play on the radio, it received positive reviews.
And last but not least, 'Savin' It' peaked at No. 61 on the Billboard Hot 100.
In early 1978, 'Late Night Lady' was nominated for a Grammy award for Song of the Year.
The Rise of Kaine & Rousby
It won! In June of 1978, we released our fourth studio album 'Dublin'.
It was a mega success!
'1969' peaked at No. 2, 'Long Ago' peaked at No. 3, 'Whatever You'd Like' peaked at No. 6, 'Magic' peaked at No. 17, 'Address Book' peaked at No. 30 and '1000 Years' peaked at No. 87.
'Whatever You'd Like' commences with a quiet introduction, containing a guitar playing notes from chords.
Harrison Kaine and Colton Rousby used chorus, fuzz and flanging effects on their guitars.
This lasts for approximately twenty-six seconds, and fades out towards the end.
After this, the guitar picks up once more with a D-minor riff, and forty seconds into the piece, the familiar D-major riff of the song begins, accompanied by drums from the fifty-six second mark.
The song is guitar-oriented.
The Rise of Kaine & Rousby
During recording up to three guitar 'layers' were used, though it can be played with two: rhythm guitar and solo guitar.
The other instruments are a bass guitar, keyboards and drums.
The lyrics are multi-vocal; for instance the 'Whatever you'd like' part is sung entirely with two voices.
The guitar low 'E' string is tuned to a D (the song is in the key of D).
This is required to play the intro and also the low strumming after the intro.
In this later part a flanger effect is used together with the ever-present overdrive/distortion effect.
Critics say it's their best song yet.
In early 1979, we were nominated for a Grammy award for Best Rock Song; (Whatever You'd Like), but lost.
People were incredibly angry; people claimed that it was rigged or fixed, people claimed that they deserved better but nothing was really done about it.
To this day, people still say that they should've won that Grammy. In March of 1979, we released our fifth and final studio album 'Shelter'.
It was a success!
'Testify' peaked at No. 1, 'Seeing Is Believing' peaked at No. 9 and 'Someday' peaked at No. 24.
The Rise of Kaine & Rousby
We disbanded in 1980 after arguments and feuds.
Though, from time to time, Colton and I would hook up with each other for small gigs.
Geoff Renwick died on September 26, 2012 at 76.
I died on August 13, 2023 at 79.
Colton and I sat in the studio surrounded by scattered sheets of lyrics and half-empty coffee cups.
The air was thick with anticipation as we discussed ideas for our next album.
Colton strummed his bass, experimenting with a new riff that had potential.
I picked up my red Gibson, joining him in a spontaneous jam session.
Our manager Bill entered the room, his presence commanding attention. "We need something fresh," he urged, pacing the room.
Al tapped a rhythm on his drumsticks, nodding in agreement.
Colton looked up, his eyes narrowing thoughtfully. "What if we try something completely different, like incorporating some orchestral elements?"
Bill stopped pacing, a spark of interest lighting up his eyes. "That's it! We could bring in a string section; it'll add depth and surprise everyone."
I nodded, feeling the excitement build. "Let's push the boundaries—make this next album unforgettable."
The Rise of Kaine & Rousby