Hello peeps!
I'm not a fan of deadlines when it comes to music but for the sake of you being in the know, my hopeful goal for the new album is sometime in December (digital release, physical CD's take a while to get pressed). "Late summer" has already past and the work is slower than I anticipated. All the basic groundwork is laid out though - the ideas are all there in front of me. All the tracks are pretty much picked out. Disorganized fun, messin with a guitar sound, throwing fire, stay crunchy (released ), and others that some of you have told me you like on youtube will definitely be on there.
I could have rushed things and had something sooner, but I'd rather not release something I'm not 100% comfortable with. Does that mean it'll be perfect? Probably not! LOL.
I don't know about you other musicians, but for me, finishing tracks is the most difficult and time consuming part. That's where the "work" creeps in. I've been told that goes along with all creative work. It's a weird balance between keeping it fun and actually having some organized recorded media to show for that fun.
Also, a new video should be out super soon. I'm doing a VERY VERY fun collab thingy with a cool band. I want that video to be a surprise though. It's been a BLAST working on it. It's got me charged up every time I sit down to jam with it. Kinda has that same vibe as "throwing fire".
And some quick thanks to Mike Shinoda of Linkin Park for shouting out to me on his blog yesterday (WHOA!?!), Katy Perry for her flattering post that I forgot to mention a while back, and to Papa Roach who continues to stay in contact by email to encourage me on my new music and videos.
Thanks for your patience and all the cool emails that keep me going.
Good Luck! Can't wait to hear it!
I hear ya Ronald. Can't wait for the new album and video(s). Keep it up!
Must say, I'm a little bit disappointed, but that's only because I'm selfish and want to listen to the album right away.
I trust you completely though. I know that you can't rush perfection.
I think it's good you're not rushing work on the album. It's not anyone's gonna fire you if don't meet up some deadline!! :D
Anyhow, depending on how many tracks there are on the album, I'd LOVE it if you released another track from the album... even if you decide to work on it again AFTER releasing it, I won't mind...
Can't wait for the new stuff.... take your time.
You are an absolute genus. I can't wait for your next CD.
Thanks for the update!! I'm glad to see you taking your time and not rushing it. The one thing I hate is when I buy a album and there is only 2 good songs on it! glad to see someone put pride and effort into there work!!
Keep Jammin!!
I'm looking forward to your new CD and your next video, especially if it's gonna sound like Throwing Fire. Throwing Fire is officially what I use instead of coffee these days to wake up in the mornings! :D
You're the man, Ron! Keep it up.
Hey Ronald,
Thanks for the update! I recently found a link to your youtube page, and I LOVE everything you've posted. I listen to it non-stop. Keep up the fantastic work man. Never forget to always have fun with the music you make, because that's what makes you great.
I can't wait to buy your new CD.
Best wishes
Hey Jenkees,
thanks for the update ! You should release a single during end of october or beginning of november, just so we don't forget you... (just joking)
As you said, I think it is better to release an Album you are not proud of than a crappy "non-sparkled" music.
TAKE
YOUR
TIME
AND
HAVE
FUN !
JJFPP
EDIT ::
YOU SHOULD RELEASE AN ALBUM YOU are proud of !!!
sorry about the mistake !
This is very fucking sad. Good Luck anyway! You are great man.
btw greets from Russia
I am not going to buy any individual tracks until the whole album is released. I do however encourage you to post one or two whole songs on myspace or somewhere where it can't be downloaded, but can be listened to. Keep up the good work.
I will purchase individual tracks if you post them, but only as long as I wouldn't have to buy them again when the whole album comes out. If that's not possible, I'll just have to tear my hair out waiting for the wholesome tasty goodness to come out in December.
Cant wait to hear it, love all your music, take as much time as needed :)
I cannot wait for your new album, I love EVERY youtube video that you have preceding it. And it makes MY day to know that one of my favorite bands (Linkin Park) is shouting out to my favorite composer (YOU)! Good work and keep at it. We're all waiting patiently. =]
Listen Ronald -
When I go out for a great steak, I'm willing to wait for it to be perfect.
I can't wait to sink my ears into your new CD, so take your time, bro.
We'll be here when you are ready to show us!
Later,
Brian
We're not going anywhere!
take your time and give us the best !
you got suported from france too !
traduis ça: ta musique est géniale, continue de nous faire voyager a travers ton talent! a bientot!
My vote goes to the release of singles on your way to the full album release, but I'm happy either way.
I'll take whatever Jenkees I can get.
Good Luck, Ronald!!!! U iZ a good man! Your music rullzzzz like u)))) over the world!!!
Aleksander from Ukraine
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If I can ask for sooner release, I ask - messin with a guitar sound. Absolutely my favorite :) I can listen to it over and over again :)
Its like the 1st time i payed a real CD.
BUT i just bought you FABULOUS CD !
You are realy a fucking god of sound.
The piano is your hand i never hear that !
Thank for all you make & keep your style !
A msg from France.
Good luck for the futur.
Dear,
Romain.
I bought your first CD a while ago and really like it. My favourite song from it is "The Sunfish Song". I've been waiting for the next CD and I'm still looking forward to it! Hope you're still having fun making it! It's clear you have one hell of fan base already.
All the best,
Bill
whoah, even Mike Shinoda is listening to your music :) that's the best proof that you are really, really good :)
i cant wait to listen your new album, like jjfpp said take your time and have fun your music is really good
Cant Wait...
-Love from Jersey
Ronald,
Why are you not on Zunepass?!?!?! Get on Zunepass so I can hear your music more often! :)
Hi Ronald
Still playing your first album with a big smile on my face.
Your second album must be a great Christmaspresent!
Greetings from the Netherlands
As already noted, take your time and most of all: have fun, always. ;)
Can't wait to hear the full version of "Messing With A Guitar Sound" as I think that's my fave so far. I still keep going back and watching the YouTube clip on a regular basis, and downloaded it also to my Axim PDA and show it off to people sometimes. You'll get a lot of new fans because of me and many others, I promise.
So take your time, and when you're happy with it, the rest of us will be happy for you as well as jammin' to the new tunes.
Ronald, I just discovered you on YouTube (yes, I subscribed).
Your talent is inspiring as is your attitude.
Keep going :)
Hey Ronald
Man, just do whatever you feel like doing - the aim is to have fun and as long as you're doing that, then its mission complete. And like someonesaid before you dont have to answer to anyone in terms of deadlines and all that. I personally vote for releasing everything in one go on your 2nd album instead of a few singles. Whatever you decide to do though, we'll all be happy - you can do no wrong in our eyes!
Давай рональд жги!!!! (Hello from Russia!)
Ronald,
When my friend introduced me to your Youtube channel last year I became instantly hooked and have enjoyed your first cd to no end. I do want your new album to come out soon so I can just listen to it and enjoy it, but I wouldn't want to listen to anything that you're not 100% happy with, because that'll mean that I won't be 100% happy with it as well. Take your time, have fun with your cd, and you'll know when it's ready to be released.
I refuse to buy individual tracks - I'd rather listen to the album as a whole. If a great visual artist were working on a brand new painting, I wouldn't want to "preview" just the bottom corner...I'd wait for the entire work. I feel it wouldn't do you justice to hear individual tracks before the album is released. Keep it up, take your time, and I can't wait to hear the finished product.
Can't wait till you release the new one,
I most defenetly gonna get it.
i can't stop listening to your beats, they are amazing.
Thank you for your great music!
I respect hellboy's opinion but I think each song is it's own painting. Therefore you should release some new songs! :)
Is there any doubt now? RJ, the philospher king, poet, tortured genius, man of the street, legend of the road, grand maestro and certified keyboard specialist has once again shown the world you can't match the Man when he's at his brilliant best, deadly accurate and spraying burning riffs at all points of the compass.
There can be only ONE. And RJ is he of whomst thou seeketh. Heed him and live, my friends.
As long as it's well done, it's ok!
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I'd vote for releasing another single, two more at the most. December is only a 7 weeks away.
Although, as I'm sure you know better than I, that you'd have to be absolutely content with the track before putting it. Best make sure you don't plan to make any changes to it before you make it final. :]
At the very least, post some previews of some "less exposed" tracks.
Dude, Ronald, I have been hooked on your youtube videos for a solid month now, and I love it all! You freakin rock out so hardcore... I am gettin ready to buy a few of your CDs as soon as I get a little cash in the ol' bank account. Can't wait to have an autographed copy!
I just watched Stay Crunchy, and I wanted to tell you that it's awesome. And I really love Throwing Fire, too. I am stoked about the new CD.
About how much money have you made on your Physical album so far?? I'm asking cause if it were up to me, you'd just about be platinum by now. And I hope you are making as much as you deserve for these great mixes and remixes. KEEP PLAYING!!!
Hi Ronald,
I'm realy impressed what you are doing. You are good one and I read in Russia some comments about you and all of them receive favorable comments. Keeps gladden us, even muse could not stay as long as alented people needs. You are already make us merry. Your tracks are realy good stuff. Thank you:-))))
B/R
Nikolai
I love the beat throwing fire. I feel that its a mix of carlos santana and timbaland. I love it. I sutide music and sound in college in sweden. Most of my classmates loves the things you do!
Keep Up The Good Work.
Dj Azzi
Hey Ronald,
I'm really looking forward to your new album! All of your unreleased music is really incredible. I can't wait to get a copy of it. I understand the delays though. I know as an artist you want to get it just right and have that "completed" type feeling about each piece before you consider it finished and ready to go. And I'm pretty sure your doing this on the side as well, which means there's not a lot of time to focus on the album. Well, whether the album is released sooner or later, keep having fun with it!
John
...FOR THE LOVE OF MUSIC!...PLEASE RELEASE "MESSIN WITH A GUITAR SOUND" AS A SINGLE A.S.A.P! I CAN'T TAKE IT ANY LONGER, THE WAIT IS KILLING ME!
Ronald you must release the CD in its entirity!!! When an artist releases a whole album they are telling a story. it's like a book and no book would be good it only parts of it were released at a time. You are an amazingly talented musician and You have a unique outlook on life and it shows through in your music, that 2nd CD is something that you have put your blood sweat and tears into don't let these fools tell you there dissapointed... (how many frickin artists do you know that will ask you for there feedback on an album and actullay take it to heart...? None is the answer) so people shut ur holes and let jenkees take his time and create a masterpiece. Ron keep your head up don't listen to trash talkers. take ur time releasing the CD i know its gona be sick.
-EJ (omaha,NE)
That sounds very good, deadlines are meant to be broken if you ask me. And when it comes to music and if you want it to be true to your heart its impossible to set a deadline. Rock on!
Hi Ronald!
Thanks for all the hard work and effort you're putting into your new album! You've got a sure sale with me!
Your fan from Southern Africa!
(and no, my name is not mpfufu and I don't hunt frikkin lions!!!)
hello RJ
I'm so glad to hear some news about your work !
I also can't wait for the new album !
keep it crunchy, you inspire all of us.
lov from france
awesome man, I've been listening to your old cd as of late for homework motivation and such, another one would be great, just in time for next semester! keep it up.
Hi R_J, Just like to say I Love what you. Actually can't wait for your next album drop in December.
Keep up the good work!!
DD
*What you do - the first album is great & also love Get Crunchy, Throwing Fire & Messin With A Guitar Sound.It's all Inspiring.
I will be waiting very patiently.
I LOVE UR SONGS!!!!!!!!!! U LOOK REALLY COOL WITH UR COOL HATS!!!! I`M SUCH A HUGE FAN!!!=)
Hey man, that awesome jam on youtube,
A fun beat from outer space (an experimental improv jam)
is my favourite from you! I really hope this is on your cd or you release it as a single!
Peace bro!
Hurry up Beniqua get these tracks done!
How come when I type BEE EEE ENN,, it turns into Beniqua?
just found you on youtube. dude, badass
Thanks, Ronald, for keeping us up to date on what's doin' with your second album. Since I discovered your vids on Youtube a month ago, you've given me the inspiration to play and compose myself. Right now, I'm just using a MIDI controller and Reason, but I am looking over FL Studio as well, as I like the way it's setup. It's a lot of fun to learn and make music as well.
Take your time with getting it right the first time; producing an album sounds a lot harder to do than just being creative, it's actual work :)
Take care, peace bro...
Nytefytr
Thanks for the update Ronald keep up the good work i'll gettyour next album as well,the Mike Shinoda shout out is HUGE!!!!
Shout out for your buds down under next time mate
all the best damien
Dude I just can't get enough... big up the hats raps & jams.
I think I'm pretty obsessed with music, but have a very eclectic taste.
i find it hard to find one tune after another that impresses me... you are right up there. it works every time..It's even better watchin you jam.
always inspirational.
DD
Yo Ronald! Can't wait for the next album. I've been waiting patiently all summer and I know I won't be disappointed. Your latest crop of songs is better than the last and I thought your last album was awesome. Take whatever time you need to perfect your second CD. I'll be first in line to purchase it.
Personally, I'd rather wait for the full album since I don't want to buy only a few tracks here and there. I'd rather experience the CD in its full glory--just as it was intended to be heard.
I'm especially looking forward to Throwing Fire, Messing with a Guitar Sound, and Disorganized Fun. Those are my favorites. If I could be so bold as to make a suggestion, I would prefer to not hear so much of the snapping or clapping sound effect (e.g. as in Snap and Stay Crunchy). Those songs are still great, but the snapping sound makes it sound a little bit cheesy or something and I find it a little distracting. Not dissing your music or anything, just giving you a little feedback based on my personal opinion :) Ultimately, do what you wanna do and keep making beautiful music as always!
Keep up the hard work! You're doing an amazing job!
Best regards,
Pat
Just wanted to ask a very quick question - about your "experimental improv from outer space". I noticed it doesnt get mentioned very much and I just thought I'd ask if, on the off chance it hasnt made it onto your album, you could put a single of it up at some point? That jam is simply insane. All the best.
Peace brother.
Just bought your CD from your website. Can't wait to hear it!!! Love the stuff on YouTube!
Thanks for the amazing beats bro!!!!
-rockin the Jenkees beats in the middle east
Cant wait for "Messing with a guitar sound"! This track makes heart burst :)
Yo Ronald, how about some T-Shirts? I'd rock a Ronald Jenkees Stay Crunchy T!!
OMG!!!! I want a T-shirt too! Please?!
Looking forward to the new album. If I could make a request, that organ riff you played....I would love to hear that on the album. Truly inspirational.
hey ronal jenkees let me just say first and for most i love ur beats man omg i need that in my life man i am a producer/artist on the come up and i do have good beats but you gotta a feel that i really admire i was wondering if u could contact me at squadrin@yahoo.com so we can discuss more cause i know u cost a arm and a leg for ur tracks but that i got so give me holla back much respect take care
me again just wanna make another request if possible i know ur a busy dude hit me up at squadirn@yahoo.com
no shit, i practically spent all of 31.august spamming refresh on ur site :P take ur time, whatever anyone does in life, it will never be as awesome as most of ur songs
Greets from Norway
-Stay crunchy ;D
Cant wait for it will be resealed!
Can't wait for you CD! And the youtube video!
Greets from Israel!
Man...I cannot wait for this new CD, I'm juiced! I've been playing drums to a bunch of your songs, its really fun to play to. Keep jammin RJ!
Man, you're god!1
Hello from Kiev, Ukraine x)
I am so excited!!! My sister is your new biggest fan and she has been asking when a new CD is coming out. Derek and I can't wait...we will be buying one for everyone in the fam damily for Christmas! LOL Can't wait to see you guys next time we're in town.
First of, big ups to Ronald for making such a pure sound. Your genre is music thats all. Don't get caught up in trying to put out what you think your fans want. Be free let that beats from left side hit the air. Its your music so keep it that way. Stay creative. You deserve your own title. That is what put where you are today.
Your style of music is just amazing, and is definitely inspiring me to improve my own music.
Keep the music going! =]
Hello, Ronald
I'm glad that you admit suggestions for your new album. Please, I would be delighted if you include "Slow Jamz! LOL. Not really" in your second album. It reminds me very much the style of George Gershwin. This is a great compliment for a great guy.
Thank’s for your music!
i love you!
I can't wait! All good things take time, my friend... Just look at Daft Punk...
Keep up the good work. I have to say I love your youtube vids!
SE
What he said....(guy above)...!
Wow, this comment probably won't be read by you... there's 83 freakin' responses! You're blowing up Ronald.
But just in case you do.. I was wondering if you could at some point tell us a little bit of detail about the scales you're using (favorites if you have any)... I'd like to try play along but you're hands are moving so far in some of the videos, kinda hard to figure out what you're doing.
Other than that.. keep crankin' them on out.
Clearly your "peeps" like 'em. :)
E
Ronald,
I've been listening to a ton of your stuff on youtube and it totally rox. I'm not sure how far along your String Jams song is but it would be really hawt if that showed up on your next album. Take your time on it--we'll be waiting.
-Aeto
Hi Ronald,
Let me start of by saying that your a great artist/producer love your music.
I've got this idear for a will for your Youtube Video's. Wouldn’t it be a idear that viewers recommend a artist like Kanye West of Usher or someone ells. And than you produce a beat/song for that artist. Maybe you will get the attention of one of the labels or artists. And sell some music to them.
Oke here is the artis I would recommend. I don 't know if you know him but the newest Bad Boy artist Donnie Klang is out. Maybe you can try to make a beat/song for him. Because I think your style of beats would matche his album.
It's just a sugjestion.
My english is not so well, hope you can read it:P
By, Rob
Amazing stuff Ronald! Keep up the good work, and have fun with it! Can't wait for the new stuff to come out. Gonna buy it asap!
Chris
Almost undamaged is my favourite song, wait maybe derty, hmm also remix to remix, haha i love all your songs, keep them coming.
Whatever ronald jenkees release, buy it , won't regret it, :P
Ronald,
Your music is absolutely brilliant. I've enjoyed everything I've heard so far. I'm waiting to buy both CD's together when the second one comes out, so hurry up already!!
I recommend your music to everyone I know. You are an inspiration.
"messin with a guitar sound" - FTW
gratz ronald
like ur music so keep up
BTW, i really bought ur cd on itunes
for me a guy who always download stuff from emule to pay 10 bucks
because this is WORTH BUYING, worth every cent i paid.
Hey Ronald! I was just wondering where your inspiration to music came from? And to just let you know, that because of you I started to take up piano lessons! Keep on doing what you do :)
Ronald, brother, you are a kool kat! Just stumbled upon your YouTube stuff and can't get enough. Thanks for keeping it real... your personality that is, and of course, your awesome jams! I think I'm going to start back up on my keyboard. Thanks for the inspiration... peace!
I can't wait for it either :)
Whoosh! It's really great that peoples like Mike Shinoda or Papa roach encourage you! And they're right, you rock^^
I'll wait your new album, and be sure i'll buy it :p
have fun ;)
VinZ
Hello from Russia!!!))
I and my friends we wait your new album. You the best!
Thank’s for your music!
Ron, your music is an amazing extension of who you are, you are creative, amazing, and you touch, move, and inspire others. You'll make it BIG, I know it, and I wish you all the success in the world. :D
I must say you are truly a musical genius..
I would have never heard you unless i happened to come across a song on a friend's myspace page..
lucky day for me!!!
I bought your last album as soon as I went to your webpage..
can't wait for the next one, the "messing with my guitar" instrumental is gonna be amazing!!
iFeel
iListen
iLive
iDante
-RJ
Get this thing out man, totally digging the new stuff, have your older one and play the beats late nights heading back from the city. We all love it!
Mr. Jenkees you, sir, are an amazing musician. I really enjoy your videos and like to see how much fun you're having with your music. I love your personality and style and wish you the most luck imagineable! I've got your first CD and can't wait for the next one! Keep 'em comin!
Ordered yours "too much fun!" and just recieved CD today. For me this CD is mostly like a preview for next one because of "Disorganized fun", "A fun beat from outer space" and other Jams - i really like those.
Keep working.
Thanks.
i've been listening to you since before you released your first cd, which was awesome.
i am highly anticipating the release of the next cd.
although it disappoints me that i will now have to wait until december to hear your masterpieces, i expect it will be MUCH worth the wait.
to get me through until then, it'd be badASS if you could release another single.
Guitar Sound sounded effing TIGHT with the kind of hawaiian style in the beginning or whatever it was
it sounded bad-freakin-ass
keep it up dude
i ears looks forward to listening to the next cd
-jaycub moore
Hi Ronald,
I just bumped into one of your clips op YouTube and was blown away instantly. Can't wait for your new album! Is there any chance of you playing a gig in Amsterdam anytime soon? I bet you would rock playing live on stage!!!!!!!
Jeroen
WHAT UP MAN, THIS IS KAMEDRIC "ACE THA GREAT" COLLINS FROM MILWAUKEE,WI. MAN, I'M NOT LIKE ALL THE OTHER HIP-HOP ARTISTS THAT TALKS ABOUT GETTIN' MONEY AND FUCK BITCHES LOL I'LL LIKE THAT LIFE THOUGH BUT I REALLY SPEAK ON THE SITUATION THAT I'M IN AT THE TIME OR I'LL SPEAK ON LIFE. I GOT A FLOW JAY-Z/KANYE/PHARELL BUT I COME WITH MY OWN STYLE AND SWAGGER TO THE HIP-HOP AND POP GAME. BRO, I SEE YOUR CAREER IS GOING ON A SUCCESSFUL TRAIL BUT I BELIEVE THAT ME AND YOU CAN BECOME A GROUP TO TAKE OVER THE WHOLE RAP GAME. YOUR BEATS ARE SICK I'VE BEEN WRITING AND FREESTYLING TO ALL YOUR BEATS AND I WAS THINK LIKE WE CAN REALLY BECOME LEGENDS IN THE MUSIC WORLD. IF YOU WANT TO TALK MORE ABOUT THE GROUP AND LEARN MORE ABOUT ME NO HOMO, HIT ME UP MYSPACE.COM/ATG
IIGHT, PEACE
Hey, Ronald! As everyone else, I think your beats and jazzin' up is great. But don't press yourself to release your music =). Do it when you feel like it, you gotta be at a full potential. It originally wasn't how the consumer thought of you, but how you loved music. Keep your music alive =).
Mate you know how long I have been waiting for this, hell yeah, can't wait dude
Hey! Ronald. i love your music. What keyboards are you using?
Keep up the incredible good work :)
Hey Ronald, good to hear you are still working on the album, and we can wait (only just though ;)as we know you will get it right. We are fans from a few thousand miles away, and just want to say how much we appreciate your energetic and uplifting cool tunes. Can't wait for the new album, like a Christmas present! Keep the faith in the music!
jimmy hendrix of the keyboard!
It's a great news!!..I hope you put on this new cd my personal favourite,the "Fast piano thing"...ang maybe the new music too,the STS9 remix,if they give you the copyright:)
WOWu r so good i listen to it every day on a website, youtube I even showed my best friend and she love it and her brother because her brother loves playing to u should never stop. I love listening to it. And I thought i only loved metal and rock but now I fell in love with your music. bye and keep playing im still listening.:):):):):):):):):):)
Hey Ronald, I am really enjoying your music and all your Youtube videos. You should make a video of your house and "studio" room.
yo, i found out about you on you tube. im an amateur comparted to the shit you do in fruity loops. that throwing fire is pure genious, you need to be getting millions thrown at you asap. ron j is the truth/ 1