Time For Change - SpellJammer Collab - AllenV

Yes we were both new at this long distance collab and just how it would work out,at least I speak for myself.
The track at once seems so simple but I remember all the the thought that went into it...at the time we had few vocalist on the loop and I remember the little scat you added that vocally qued me what to do,not everyone knows that but it was such an easy tune to play too..I think I did the solo in one straight take,it was such a joy to play and listen even now.I don't even have the individual tracks because I considered it"done" at least all I could do and you gave me everything...a wonderful pallet to play but also when not to play.
I've said it before many times that it's not always how many notes you play but just play the right ones,which I think on this one we both accomplished.
Thank you my good friend and don't take my silence as I don't care,I just have A lot on me at this time but I'm trying to dig up some old tracks and make the effort.
Miracles do happen..I'll be back!

Love you my brother and hope you are well.
Allen

Thanks midiman,
I'm so pleased you enjoy my guitar parts.
You're right that the guitar makes a big difference.
It's all about the right tone in the end...no matter what guitar you use.
I was a die hard Les Paul fan for quite a few years and the only reason I switched was a trip to Nashville we made in the 90's and all the country musicians were playing Teles but I soon found out how versatile the instrument really is and for proof...yes all my tracks were recorded with it...even the rock tunes.

Thank you for taking the time to listen,it means a lot!

Allen.

Hey GB!
I'm tellin' you my friend,I didn't start recording until I joined the loop and everyone here has been so giving of their talent and advice but the one thing that rises above all is collaborating...it's how I met SpellJammer on this song and learned so much just from working with him.
Everyone I collab with here brings something new to the table and I try to learn from their experience.We have great musicians,producers,beat makers,vocalist...the list goes on and on here on Looperman.

If you need it,just ask!
Thanks again for your review.

ps.I only play guitar and a little production,my focus is making these great artists sound a little better if I can...they truly sound great all by themselves.

Allen

Thank you Bear!SpellJammer is very talented and I do work very hard to keep up with him!

I'm glad it payed off and you liked our song.
Allen

Wow,Thanks JKingz!
I'm glad that we could share something that would mean that much to you.Spell and I love music and this style so much, and your comments validate our work together...which isn't work at all,it's a joy!

Thanks for listening and the review.
Allen

Thank you Colin,We're always looking for the right vocals.SpellJammer came up with this song idea and played all keys and percussion...and produced his own parts,I just filled in the guitars where needed.
He brings his best to the table and I try to complement the meal and I'm proud to be part of this.
I'm glad you enjoyed it!

Allen

Hey John!Thanks my friend.
I've had my hands full with work and home but I hope to get things squared away in a couple of weeks and work on anything that I've had to neglect,including your awesome song..if you haven't finished it :)

Allen

Thank you so much Sourgirl!SpellJammer came up with the chords,melody and played all keyboards and percussion..I played bass and guitars and I'll tell you...before I did anything this was a great song from Spell..he has a very special gift and I'm grateful to share it with him and us with you...this is why I play!

Thank you again for your review and will visit you soon.
Allen

Thank you RT!Sorry for the delay in the reply..I do appreciate your review very much...ones like yours are the reward for the hard work Spell and I put into these songs,there will be more to come!

Thanks again.
Allen

Thank you so very much Wayne!At the end of the day I hope to make music that feels right and is enjoyable to listen to.Collabs have allowed me to play music I love with great people like SpellJammer.

Allen

Thanks Deeks!I enjoy your music also and really appreciate the comment!

Allen

Thanks again donmega...spellJammer had a great hook and I just ran with it.I appreciate you stoppin' by and reviewing.

Allen

Thanks Kikajon,I'm afraid I'm showing my age and the fact that I've played covers for 30yrs...lol.
I appreciate the complement and I guess the bottom line is it doesn't matter how you get there as long as you do.I would like to say that I pursued all these different genres but they came to me and it has proven to be an advantage now in collaborating.
Thanks again.

Allen

Thanks Becca,I'm glad you liked this.they're are several different genres I've dabbled in since joining this site,it's been very rewarding and we should try some of your music also.
Thanks for stopping by and reviewing.

Allen

Thank you Daniel!Vocals would be great for this and is what Spelljammer had in mind to begin with but you know how that goes, so many tunes get released as instrumentals so maybe someone will offer.I was thinking that we might start approaching them!
Thanks again for listening my friend.
Allen

Thanks WhiteSands!I had a great partner on this song,that makes all the difference and i'm glad you liked what we did.
I actually came up with a small part of the melody after Spelljammer sent me a short vocal demo so I used that as my guide...maybe next time I'll get him to sing!
We appreciate your review.

Allen

Thank you my friend!That's quite a show goin' on over there...I think we're all gettin'something good from it!
Spelljammer and I seem to have this smooth link and I'm glad it can be heard.
Thanks again...be chattin' with ya!
Allen

Thank you dalisbeats!When it comes to guitar,I always try to do what's best for the song.
I appreciate your comment about painting a picture.Even though Spelljammer had the original idea, he put his song in my hands and I'm pleased you could hear my devotion to what he started and I tried to complement his vision...and we do communicate well,that helps!I do think it's great to have different influences...you just need to kmow when and where to use them,so I strive to get it right:)
Thank you again for listening.

Allen

Hey thanks Purge!It's good to hear how it sounds on the other end,I'm almost always through headphones so I don't get the whole picture sometimes.SpellJammer had the piano down first and I followed him... and he knows what he's doin' so that made it easy.
Thanks again for your review.
Allen

Thanks Chris,it was actually very relaxing and therapuetic to play...I do like your imagery.
SpellJammer has a talent for these mood altering songs...I'm just fortunate enough to play on them.
Thanks agin for checkin' it out.
Allen

Thank you Estefano,I appreciate your kind comments.I think it has taken me many years to use wisdom as much as ability when it comes to collabs,and I give credit to these wonderful artists and their original song ideas that are my inspiration.I'm just now at this point in my life being able to play out every musical dream i've had.Where else in a three month period can you play rock in Croatia,RnB in South Africa,reggae in Sweden,Trance in Germany,jazz in France and whatever I did with NickQ in the UK...lol, and never leave your home town.
There is a cleshay about surrounding your self with good musicians and there's a reason it's a cleshay...it's true!
Thanks again,
Allen

Thank you Tacatta!It's been quite fun going from Transatlantic rock to the other end of the musical spectrum...keeps me on my toes to say the least!SpellJammer has quite a way with that smooth crisp sound.
Thanks again Jimmy,
Allen

Thank you Acidizer,Your right about it being conservative...it was a little intentional.There are more songs in the works and I think they may push a little farther so we held back some to keep a simple vibe noing this would not be the only tune in the same piano guitar style so I appreciate that you heard that and it was a call based on what is going to come...kinda like a prelude...plus I'm running low on guitar licks...lol
Thanks again for the input!

Allen

Thank you sir!Spelljammer really has it all ready for me by the time I do the guitar parts so we share the production,I am fortunate to work with this guy and wow to be mentioned in a review with Paul and Stanley makes my day!
Thanks again.

Allen

Hey thanks Jamie!When you have good material from great artists to work with,it's a joy.
Thanks again,

Allen