I think we unquestionably own the challenge. We all know nailing the challenge doesn’t mean one should advance. I think we have the best composition, the best riffs, the best solos, the best melodies. As I should, I was a writer right. This is a song-cycle in the tradition of 2112 and Hemispheres and Ben Kriegers- Cable Beach. We started work once the challenge was announced, we both spent several hours every day, and we got it in on time with 2 minutes to spare! I really don’t think 1 or 2 listens is enough to appreciate it properly, and I knew we were running that risk with such a composition. I’m hoping the 6 movements are thought of as tight little efficient songs for the pop ears, and the story thread and musical developments throughout touch the epic nerve. I really thought there would be more epic songs like ours. I have no problem being a fool. I love our song, I’m quite proud of it. If we go down, we went down swinging. I do believe songs should stand on their own without explanation, but here’s a little bit in case you’re interested. I understand if you don’t want to read further. Thelonius Monks- There is a church of St. Coltrane in San Francisco, this is a play on that and the name Monk. Got to Get Out to Get Out is a carpet crawler reference (Genesis). Critical Mass is when bicyclists take over the streets and make it impossible to get across town. This started in San Francisco. I guess that wasn’t that bad. You probably knew all that anyway. I wish I had more time to perfect the mix, but I did my best to mix all week as the song developed. Anyway, great challenge! Great competition!