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Thanks Fila, this is like one of the first tracks that I said everything I needed to in under 4 minutes! I’m glad you enjoyed it and your feedback is greatly appreciated. Be safe.
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Angelus, Thanks for stopping by and sharing your thoughts on this track. Your favorite out all of the others? That’s great info as I’m fine tuning my sound and content for maximum impact. I’ve maxed out my space here on LM and I’m having to remove older tracks to upload new ones. Also I’m making preparations for my entrance into Spotify and SoundCloud. Anyway your encouragement is greatly appreciated for sure. Have a awesome and safe weekend.

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Paul, hello and I’ll be on it in a bit. Thanks

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BONEZONMARZ, greetings. Thanks for taking time out for this listen. The sax here on top of the groove imparted life into this track. This one I wrote back in fall of 2020 and probably the first one that after listening to it objectively, my confidence level rose. Yep I shut my computer off and proof listen on my iPhone. I cannot proof any of my music on the computer. That’s how I shift from mix brain to master brain. I take notes then back to the DAW to finish. Singing…….. my family says yes but maybe some day. Be safe and have a great weekend.
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John, ok so yep, just segway on over and put a smile on grandpa’s face by playing jazz on that piano you have LOL! I really appreciate you stopping in and giving me feedback on this track. Also the fave is not taken lightly. Have an awesome and safe weekend.
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Hey Mykael, it’s great you’ve stopped thru. This one was a breakthrough composition for me. The one where I took a simple melody, a bass with a touch of drive, that sweet sax, the in the cut Rhodes, and the tempo balancing drums. And all in 3 1/2 minutes. Plus my wife who is my harshest critic loves it! Thanks for checking this out. And have a awesome and safe weekend.

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Killick, greetings my friend. It's great hearing from you and I trust that all is well with you and yours. When I first dropped this one, I only had it up for one day. To put it into a rotation later. I'm glad you got a chance to hear it, especially after I did some remastering touches. I agree wholeheartedly the best sounding mix is that one where the instruments have their own perspective space. I never aspired to become a composer, writer, or arranger. I was content just drumming. Then I started messing around with some loops and this DAW. At this point, T realized I could assemble a virtual band and basically shape the sound any way I wanted with any instrument. The Rhodes is one of my favorite instruments to listen to. So I use it often for the tonal quality which gives my mixes a nice layered sound and pairs nicely with the other instruments for this genre. Thanks for your interesting perspective, compliments and time. Have an awesome and safe weekend my friend.

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doofus, how’s it going buddy, thanks for stopping by. When it’s tight, it’s right. You mentioning the points that you thought nice is greatly appreciated.
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Rob, Rob, Rob! What’s up my man? I see you nailed another day down. I’m honored by your feedback. The fave is epic. I well know your musical roots. Thanks for giving this the once over. TTYL.

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CBC, greetings. Thanks for your stop. It’s funny you mentioned a contemporary jazz station. My wife told me the same thing. Yep she said definitely SiriusXM Watercolors. We’ll see. That’s a strong possibility. I appreciate you letting me know this listen was a good one. Be safe CBC. (that name is so cool)!
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UE, gratitude, it’s an awesome honor for me that this one is good for you.
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pseudoble, thanks for making the comparison. The mix was rough and really needed help but a tweak here and a change there makes a big difference. Your listen and feedback is greatly valued. Be safe.
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Paul, thanks again for listening and pointing out the differences that you noticed. I'm taking note of the instruments that hit just right for you and we are one and the same when it comes to funk-jazz-fusion instrumentation. I'm working on new material. Stay tuned. Be safe Paul and kiss the grandbaby for Uncle M.T.

bringer, Thanks for your stop and listen. The first go-around had plenty of spare musical real estate and DISCIPLINE touched that spot just right. I switched the drum kit to move this forward in a grand fusion style with a punch but balance the present swing which the hats acted as a metronome of sorts. I'm working on perfecting this technique. The only thing I ducked was the bass triggered by the kick. Maybe what you're hearing is a kick-beater effect I'm using.TTYL

Rob, no actually the earlier version had a kalimba and a tabla setup playing the melody for that section. I squashed that idea and broke out Roland's Vibraphone. Also, Roland has an update so I'll shoot it over on the drive shortly. The new instruments brought me to tears! As always thanks for your listen and favorable commentary. TTYL.
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2nick8 thanks for listening. Be Safe.
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Cru, as you can tell, there’s never ever too much Rhodes for me. I love the sound. Thanks for your listen and feedback as always. It’s good to know this was another good one for you. Be safe.
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Rob, thanks for checking this one out. Got a few more touches then we’ll call it done. The hats and bass and that side chained kick gave that progressive forward motion. TTYL.
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UE, Again it a great honor for your listen and feedback. Likewise your work is phenomenal! Yep I haven’t recovered from “Make A Wish” yet:)! Be Safe.
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Angelusyeux, greetings. Thank you so much for stopping by and listening in."Grown-up ears"? I See you talk my language! I'm glad you found this to be to your liking. Check the update and stop back in for music for those grown-up ears:) Be safe.
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pseudoble, Thanks, check the update out.
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Mi buen amigo sirefox. Gracias por revisar esta sintonía y compartir sus sentimientos al respecto. Desde el sonido general de la mezcla, energía, instrumentación, etc. Todo es una alegría. Soy bueno para compartir lo que siento mi buen amigo. Esté seguro y tenga un buen fin de semana.
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BONEZONMARZ, I can barely type. I'm listening to Carrtoons NPR concert. Thank you for the solid. Thanks for stopping by to listen and your kind comments. I will keep it up! Be Safe BONEZ.
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Modnex, greetings and happy new year to you and yours. Thanks for stopping by. We could go for hours on the subject of live instruments. I’m adding guitar and maybe a lead vocal. I appreciate your feedback as always. Be safe.
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bringer, yeah I'm still stretching out a bit. I'm grateful for this listen from you and for bringing out your observations on musical notation and harmonic rhythm which is always a plus for me. You know refresher course on theory! I'm glad that this one too got a fav. TTYL.
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