Despite the lyrics telling me otherwise,i really found this song to be catchy/happy or at least cheerful.
Everything sounds honest to me.
Lovely melodies adorn the whole song.The arrangement itself dont follow rules,of wich i found really interesting.
The singer is very competent and adds charisma to the song.
Very good collaboration.
I'm definitely old enough to remember the days of Earth, Wind and Fire and Tower of Power, and this one would fit nicely in either of their wheelhouses. The percussion on this is top notch (but all of your drum work is so, so good). You also managed to skillfully weave the other instruments around the percussion.
An enjoyable listen, Scott, added to favorites, and a huge thank you for getting my day started off the right way. Well done. Happy holidays to you and your family.
Listening to this one just makes me graateful we`ve got places like Looperman Scott...I can`t seem to find this kind of musical thoughtfulness on my radio..Yes...the vocal is really good...kind of laid back and the music really just fits to a T (& the little harmony bits)...imaginative choices in the instrumantation....there is a very long list of reasons why...but I just enjoyed listening to this one all the way...super bit of work mate.....Ed
Thanks so much, Ed. Your kind words are greatly appreciated, my friend.
I agree with your radio comment. I don't even listen to the stuff on the radio anymore unless it's an oldies station. I wonder what's happened to the music, or is it we are just use to the best and wont settle for anything less!
The vocal reminds me a bit of Neil Diamond, strong, unique vocal style. The guitar parts are nice, I like the effects on them. The harp is a nice touch as well. Overall a great song, very nicely packaged!
Thanks allot for chiming in and hitting me up with your kind words.
The guitar is my friend, Midiman James. The harp is actually from a Mellotron VST I have which James found for me after I told him it was one of my favorite instrument.
Thanks so much, SJ. So glad you like it. Just going back in time, again! Glad you like the giggling at the end. I thought it was a cute touch.
Our international band, Musicante, just did a cute one with some cool Portuguese dialogue and singing. You may get into the guitar. Check it out if you like. http://www.looperman.com/tracks/detail/162371
A rhythm of the past, that you've dusted off with your usual enthusiasm. Well supported by the drums, all instrumentation is well in place and leveled with a lot of fantasy.
As in the good old days. Really nice to listen to ....
hi Scott, this is a very cool funky compilation. Some loops like the clavinet-one reminded me of some older music. Nice guitar soloing. It is definitely the synth at 1:36 which is reminding me of Herbie Hancock. I enjoyed different bass-lines, even the Moog-styled one from about 3:28. Nice old funk disco. Alex
Nice one Scott! What a blast from the past. I must admit that I was a disco hater back then but I have grown to appreciate it the older I am. The vocals were a great addition, cool ending. Very nice mix, everything has it's own place. Like you mentioned, there is a classic sound mixed with some fresh sounds. Dig the guitar!
Many thanks, my friend. You know, I was a disco hater too, when it first emerged. I thought it would hurt us playing musicians, but I joined a 9 piece disco/funk band and I loved it. I remember having to tie my bell bottom cause it kept getting caught in the beater of my kick drum pedal! I still don't have allot of disco in my collection, but smile when I hear it on the oldies stations.
Travelling back in time to those great days (loved that kinda era) with magical rememberance...Instrumentation is professional as usual, your drum is hyper live, vocs, speaches and that bass are incredible...as always your team? made an excellent work in your retro song...
Well, I'm not ashamed to admit that have always loved disco! Especially Chic. This is a totally satisfying recreation updating of that genre, Scott. I enjoyed the entire thing. Great horn parts. And, the vocals worked really well, Nice touch with the Youser, Yourser, Yourser quote form Chic at the end. Nile Rogers would be pleased. :) You do good stuff, man!
Good for you, Eric. I know disco got a bad rap back in the day, especially from us working musicians, but I got in with a 9 piece band that did all the latest disco and funk tunes of the time and I learned to like the style. Yeah, I remember Chic's song, and I wanted a 'yawza' in there somewhere, so I recorded my voice and dropped the pitch.
Anyway, thanks for chiming in with your kind words.
I remember the day Scott....yeah...I`m way old....I can`t say I was ever a disco fan at the time...I was in the "If it aint rock n roll it aint nothin" mode at the time....but strangely enough it sounds much better today than it used to and my head has absorbed a much wider variety of beats, time sigs, etc...you do everything well my friend...this and all you do is the proof...very extra cool ending.....right on....Ed
I was right there with you on being a disco hater, but I joined a 9 piece funk/disco band and learned to like it. It was really fun to play and I always love horns in a band. I just got out of the Navy and played allot of marching styles, so I really got into the different style.
Anyway, I appreciate you checking it out and leaving your kind words.
Hey MrGene. I do remember Confunction. In fact, played some back in the day.
I did do a short drum solo about 3:20 than a bass and drum solo. Since I'm a drummer, most of my stuff has a drum solo of some kind in them. Check out my page for them.
I'm really skeptical about some music that claims to be one thing but really sound like something else.
This piece Scott is really good. It did have me thinking of the 70's and 80's disco and had me doing the diskallovertheroom thing. Very nice indeed.
This piece has many nice elements, and the rhythm guitar is just sensational. The female vocals also add an almost sensual element to a song that was so typical of funk from the 70's and 80's. Nice work!
Glad you like it and thank you for your kind words. The composition is all me, but I use live instruments with other loops and tracks. I use other musician friends when I can, and they are available.
You have a good voice, different strong with a good tone...
The trick to singing, is use what you've got don't go outside your
voice box...If you get my drift....
Had to come back to check it out again...Well Done...
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Good stuff!
-R.P.S
Cheers,
Scott
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Everything sounds honest to me.
Lovely melodies adorn the whole song.The arrangement itself dont follow rules,of wich i found really interesting.
The singer is very competent and adds charisma to the song.
Very good collaboration.
Nelson
Thanks allot for checking out my track and leaving your kind words. It's much appreciated.
Happy Holidays,
Scott
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An enjoyable listen, Scott, added to favorites, and a huge thank you for getting my day started off the right way. Well done. Happy holidays to you and your family.
Bear
Also, thanks for your comment on my drumming. Being a drummer, it's always a very integral of my music, so thanks for noticing.
And a Happy Holidays to you and family, as well.
Cheers,
Scott
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I agree with your radio comment. I don't even listen to the stuff on the radio anymore unless it's an oldies station. I wonder what's happened to the music, or is it we are just use to the best and wont settle for anything less!
Happy Holidays,
Scott
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Yeah, the bulk of my tracks are old school and retro. It stems from my many years of playing in the early days.
Cheers,
Scott
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Scott
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Scott
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Wayne
Thanks allot for chiming in and hitting me up with your kind words.
The guitar is my friend, Midiman James. The harp is actually from a Mellotron VST I have which James found for me after I told him it was one of my favorite instrument.
Cheers,
Scott
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Cheers.
Scott
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A really funky piece of disco music here. And so sweet with the leadsinger giggeling at the end.
Great stuff!
Cheers/
SJ =)
Our international band, Musicante, just did a cute one with some cool Portuguese dialogue and singing. You may get into the guitar. Check it out if you like. http://www.looperman.com/tracks/detail/162371
Cheers,
Scott
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A rhythm of the past, that you've dusted off with your usual enthusiasm. Well supported by the drums, all instrumentation is well in place and leveled with a lot of fantasy.
As in the good old days. Really nice to listen to ....
Dan
Always a pleasure to read your comments as they are much appreciated with thanks.
Yep, another new one from the past!
Cheers,
Scott
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Scott
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Cru
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Scott
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Scott
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Nice job Scott.
I knew you just did a guitar track for me, so didn't want to bug you too soon. Will hit you up next time.
Cheers,
Scott
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Well done!
Wayne
Many thanks, my friend. You know, I was a disco hater too, when it first emerged. I thought it would hurt us playing musicians, but I joined a 9 piece disco/funk band and I loved it. I remember having to tie my bell bottom cause it kept getting caught in the beater of my kick drum pedal! I still don't have allot of disco in my collection, but smile when I hear it on the oldies stations.
Thanks allot for your kind words.
Cheers,
Scott
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Travelling back in time to those great days (loved that kinda era) with magical rememberance...Instrumentation is professional as usual, your drum is hyper live, vocs, speaches and that bass are incredible...as always your team? made an excellent work in your retro song...
Much respect, Danke
Cheers,
Scott
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Anyway, thanks for chiming in with your kind words.
Cheers,
Scott
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I was right there with you on being a disco hater, but I joined a 9 piece funk/disco band and learned to like it. It was really fun to play and I always love horns in a band. I just got out of the Navy and played allot of marching styles, so I really got into the different style.
Anyway, I appreciate you checking it out and leaving your kind words.
Cheers,
Scott
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I did do a short drum solo about 3:20 than a bass and drum solo. Since I'm a drummer, most of my stuff has a drum solo of some kind in them. Check out my page for them.
Thanks allot for chiming in.
Cheers,
Scott
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This piece Scott is really good. It did have me thinking of the 70's and 80's disco and had me doing the diskallovertheroom thing. Very nice indeed.
Mr. P
I hope my description matched the track. Yeah, I see that allot, too. Especially with 'fusion.'
Anyway, thanks for chiming in with your kind words.
Cheers,
Scott
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Scott
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or are you in a band?
If you did this all by yourself, you are really awesome :D
Glad you like it and thank you for your kind words. The composition is all me, but I use live instruments with other loops and tracks. I use other musician friends when I can, and they are available.
Cheers,
Scott
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The trick to singing, is use what you've got don't go outside your
voice box...If you get my drift....
Had to come back to check it out again...Well Done...
Peace...TG.
Cheers,
Scott
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Hit the nail on the head with this one...
Needs a little some, some to lock it all together...
Peace...TG.
Cheers,
Scott