I was simply trying to show that, depending on interpretation, there are a variety of appropriate chords in most conventional patterns. Fran mentioned a diminished option, which I do often.

Fact is, you can dramatically improve the overall presentation of some tunes to, say, use Cmaj7, A minor 9, D minor 9 and G7, instead of the traditional C, Am, F and G.

Also, a selection of passing chords and "walk-up" faster bass runs between verse and bridge is cool.

I was looking around the other day, and found a Steve Tyrell video of he and Neil Sedaka doing a swing version of Laughter in the Rain. Old Lee Sklar, the famous long haired studio bass player was on the session.

Never knew much about Steve, and wasn't too appreciative of his singing, but really liked the tune and the respect/appreciation between Sedaka and him.

Point is, it's fun to add some "sauce" to tunes, sometimes. Just don't "f*** with the essence of the piece.

End of Rant!

R.