Kikajon

Hey, this a future Kikajon classic to my ears! Very cool walking beat feel, and that telecaster sounds very sweet! I've always wanted to jam with one of those, but then I think about the effect it had on my first three piece band back around 1994... I still have the epiphone les paul that my friend smashed so his parents would buy him a tele, ha ha! Always liked the sound we had before that better. I guess I got a free damaged guitar out of the deal. The Tele's do have a killer pop-rock sound to them though. Impressive that the vocals were improvised. I always find that hard to do, especially without a bunch of chopping and editing later. Totally cool track! Fave!

Kikajon replied 29th Aug 2015 - 10 years ago

Hey Spiv! It's kind of fun how a guitar can change the way you play. I would never have made this song on my stratocaster. I've never used a les paul, I were more into explorer or the flying v.
/pmk

Planetjazzbass 15th Aug 2015 00:54 - 10 years ago

on javafan by Kikajon

Hey Kika,great rockin tune man!..You wouldn't be the recently reincarnated soul of Herman Brood by any chance? haha....apart from an excellent downbeat and solid rock guitar with a great live feel,I love it that your singing in your native tongue!!..all too often European musicians feel compelled to adapt to English to get wider appeal or fit into the Western world's ingrained music industry template...sounds awesome mate keep it going man,big thumbs up!..cheers Dave :)

Kikajon replied 29th Aug 2015 - 10 years ago

Thanks pjb! I can't imagine how swedish sounds for you – but it's som much simpler for me to ad-lib in swedish. Still the words come out making no sense - but I kind of like it doing it this way. Again, thank you for listening and commenting – much appreciated. /pmk

topvega 11th Aug 2015 02:39 - 10 years ago

on javafan by Kikajon

Nice to see you back around Brosef. This has a Lou Reed vibe for me. At least music wise. Vocally I wish they were louder in the mix. Dig the Guitar lead at the end alot.

Nice job. I would flesh out the vocals and boost them in the mix.

tv

Kikajon replied 29th Aug 2015 - 10 years ago

Thanks for the feedback, I tend to mix the vocals low, probably a confidence issue. Anyway, I'm glad you took your time listening and I will try to punch up the vocals. Again, thank you.

lostjoe333 9th Aug 2015 19:28 - 10 years ago

on javafan by Kikajon

i may not know the language but i do understand great rock n roll when i hear it....ive been waiting for you to record again..and im never disappointed...clean, crisp, spot on...cheers!

Kikajon replied 9th Aug 2015 - 10 years ago

Thank you, Joe. It was a fun thing to do a saturday evening. And the vocals hardly makes sense to a swede either – even I don't understand the lyrics but that's improvisation for you. Take care.
/pmk

theHumps 9th Aug 2015 12:39 - 10 years ago

on javafan by Kikajon

Hey man, good to see ya! This mix is sounding pretty clear and punchy, nice job! Nice easy tempo to rock out to, can't stop my foot from tapping. Great guitar tracks, well played and the tone is nice and thick, gotta love those Fender Tele's! Reminds me a bit of Lou Reed.

I just did an update on garageband and played with it for a few minutes. There are some nice sounds in there, loved the stand up bass plugin they have.

More tunes please!

Wayne

Kikajon replied 9th Aug 2015 - 10 years ago

Aw, thanks Wayne. It was nice to get inspired. Got a few tunes in my head and somehow they might just pop out some days soon. Just to keep your feet tappin'. Cheers.
/pmk

mudhoen 9th Aug 2015 00:25 - 10 years ago

on javafan by Kikajon

Nice track. Very prfesionnaly sounding. Nice and raw vocals. Could bve a bit louder maybe. But it is a great song!

Kikajon replied 9th Aug 2015 - 10 years ago

Thank you. The song was recorded in my bedroom, on my laptop using only Garageband, a Yamaha soundcard, my Telecaster and my Iphone handsfree as a microphone. Final touch in Adobe Audition. It's fun to be sort of minimalistic.

Neomorpheus 8th Aug 2015 23:55 - 10 years ago

on javafan by Kikajon

Hey Kikajon, man I really enjoyed your track bro.
Reminds me a lot of Dire Straits or Mark Knophler.
Very cool slide too, that was a bit of a surprise. Your vocals are quite distinct and despite my lack of understanding Swedish I thought you did a great job. Drums and bass are really strong in here too.
I like your style man, I will be checking out some more of your material soon.

Kikajon replied 9th Aug 2015 - 10 years ago

Thanks mate for the kind words. I was a couple of months since I recorded anything but hopefully it will happen again soon. Again, thank you for listening and commenting.

Spivkurl 27th Mar 2015 13:13 - 10 years ago

on Damen med hunden ft Jens Comen by Kikajon

Oh yeah, this is groovy! I was happy to see one of your tracks show up on the thread I started! We share initials as well as a love for music. Very pleasing sound to this song, and the sax is a really nice addition to this sort of style. Can't believe I never heard this one. Hope some time you can return to the loop to hang out with us! Fave!

joecramer 24th Mar 2015 19:53 - 10 years ago

on Damen med hunden ft Jens Comen by Kikajon

great reagee feeling from sweden
you guys groovs real cool.
This sounds so fresh and a bit punky, i enjoyed the listen.
Stay tuned
joe

mackit 15th Jan 2014 03:57 - 11 years ago

on What I want by Kikajon

Classic rock mane. I just love those wonderfull guitars. Like the whole track. PEACE. THE MACK MAN OUT.

VickyDan 14th Jan 2014 16:06 - 11 years ago

on What I want by Kikajon

Hello ....

The environment and the sound you've created here, reminds me of my very young years (65/70) .... with The Kinks, The Birds, The Troyes .... etc ....

Very good moment to remember, thanks to you. Merci!

Dan

PatternsofPerfection 14th Jan 2014 02:15 - 11 years ago

on What I want by Kikajon

Good tune. Vocals could be a bit louder, especially on the chorus. Look into the vst called GGate or Izotope 5, they'll help your voice become a bit more crisp. Overall a good production. -Peace

Borivan 11th Jan 2014 21:20 - 11 years ago

on Win or lose DEMO by Kikajon

That a very nice track for sport video, I will use it for this purpose. Very cool.

Ivan

Kikajon replied 11th Jan 2014 - 11 years ago

Thank you for listening and liking it. If you use the song, please don't forget to give me credit for the music.
/pmk

theHumps 10th Jan 2014 11:58 - 11 years ago

on Win or lose DEMO by Kikajon

Hey PM, how it going? Great track, like the sound of the guitars. I think another mix could allow the vocals to come out a little more. Sounds like the rhythm guitars might be a bit too loud, just my opinion.

Have you ever tried Logic Pro? I bought it when I got my imac. Huge step above Garageband and it's relatively inexpensive and not too hard to figure out. I am not using it as my main daw but I will use some of the great synths and sounds and export tracks into Ableton.

One again, another rocker, cool track!

Wayne

Kikajon replied 11th Jan 2014 - 11 years ago

Thanks for the feedback, Wayne. I've not gotten around to buy the Logic Pro X yet … but I have used the older version of Logic quite a bit. Loved it then so I guess I'll love it now. Once you get to know GB inside out it's a really powerful app, at least the older version.
Take care
/pmk

VickyDan 10th Jan 2014 08:51 - 11 years ago

on Win or lose DEMO by Kikajon

Hello ....

As in the good old days of "Rolling Stones" in live .... or other mythic bands of the years 60/70 .... It's well done.

Dan

Kikajon replied 11th Jan 2014 - 11 years ago

Thanks Dan, your kind words are much appreciated.

/pmk

Evisma 10th Jan 2014 02:43 - 11 years ago

on Win or lose DEMO by Kikajon

The songwriting is solid. Recording has some unneeded static and fuzz, possibly from the guitar, and things are not as clear as they should be, but it was a solid song. Vocals sound best when they are not straining, in the verse parts. Good song, keep it up!

Evan

Kikajon replied 11th Jan 2014 - 11 years ago

Thanks for listening and för your feedback. Still trying to learn how to use the new version of GB. noise gating guitar is hard to find. Thank you for taking the time and reviewing.
/pmk

topvega 2nd Nov 2013 20:33 - 11 years ago

on Bullet by Kikajon

Nice to hear a track from you again my friend. Been a long time. This has a nice old school 70's vibe to it. Nice guitar tone and production. Nice job.

tv

Kikajon replied 2nd Nov 2013 - 11 years ago

Thank you. I've been busy making music but I've used other forums – there seems to be a compability problem when using Macs. Anyway, it's great to be beck here, recieving kind words like yours makes it even better. Thanks for listening an reviewing, much appreciated.
/pmk

crucethus 1st Nov 2013 03:45 - 11 years ago

on Bullet by Kikajon

Nice guitars , your vocals remind me of Ric Ocasek of the cars! Bluesssssssss! Nice!

Kikajon replied 1st Nov 2013 - 11 years ago

Thanks for checking it out and getting back to me with your comments, especially about the vocals. Much appreciated. /pmk

theHumps 31st Oct 2013 21:29 - 11 years ago

on Bullet by Kikajon

Hey Par-Magnus! Well it's been a while since I've seen you here, good to see you my friend, hope you are well!

Great song, it has a great solid rock vibe. Love the guitar hook, very catchy. Always good to hear your music, especially that guitar tone. Nice mix, sounds good!

Wayne

Kikajon replied 31st Oct 2013 - 11 years ago

Thanks, I'm fine. I've been working, sailing, skiing and frustrated over the fact that the looperman site isn't totally compatible with my computer – hence the absence. Again, thank you for dropping by, listening and sharing your thoughts – I'm much obliged. /pmk

Danke 31st Oct 2013 20:52 - 11 years ago

on Bullet by Kikajon

Hey, hey!

Kikajon, let me introduce myself as you are one of the biggest age here...:-) My name is Attila (Danke) from Hungary. I'm on the site till 2 years and this is fun...because I could (can) meet people like you, whose music is so close to me...this song is great...that main riff is outstanding...the groovy you took into the song is headbanging...feelgood one...love it...thanx for sharing with us...regards, Danke

Kikajon replied 31st Oct 2013 - 11 years ago

Thank you, and nice to make your acquaintance. I truly appreciate you taking the time, listening and sharing your thoughts. Again, thanks for the very nice review.
/pmk

Vicen 31st Jul 2012 04:36 - 13 years ago

on If I could by Kikajon

It has been great. I liked the first, but it has taken more body. This music has a great atmosphere.

Kikajon replied 31st Jul 2012 - 13 years ago

Thanks for the nice comment Vicen. When I had recorded the first take I thought it should be a TAE song, but I listened to it, changed my mind and made up some harmonies and lyrics. And I'm actually quite happy how it turned out.
/pmk

Spivkurl 30th Jul 2012 17:58 - 13 years ago

on If I could by Kikajon

Good song! Very nice guitar playing! Good to hear something new from you! Nice work!

Kikajon replied 30th Jul 2012 - 13 years ago

Thank you Spiv! I'm glad you liked the song, I had great fun recording it and nice comments like yours makes it even more fun. Again, thanks.
/pmk

topvega 29th May 2012 14:35 - 13 years ago

on Vad vi valjer att lova DEMO by Kikajon

Nice playing on this one...like the tasteful guitar work. Kind of a throwback feel on this for me. Nice work for sure.

tv

Kikajon replied 29th May 2012 - 13 years ago

Thank you. I cannot imagine how odd swedish sounds to you but the sound of a telecaster is breaks all language barriers, doesn't it? Thanks again for listening and reviewing.
/pmk

Vicen 28th May 2012 18:38 - 13 years ago

on Vad vi valjer att lova DEMO by Kikajon

Evocative and great pace. Great guitars strumming the air with your voice. A great song for sure.

Kikajon replied 29th May 2012 - 13 years ago

Thank you Vicen, your nice feedback is much appreciated. The song was a spur of the moment and I'm really happy that you liked it.
/pmk

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