topvega

topvega

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RichieWinn
RichieWinn 16th Jun 2014 10:04 - 12 years ago

on When the Queens Come Marching Home by topvega
Great live feel and lovely playing. Great track. Love it.

Richie
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topvega replied 22nd Jun 2014 - 12 years ago
Thanks much Richie, I appreciate the positive words and the support. Very kind of you to listen and leave some feedback.

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Chemx
Chemx 16th Jun 2014 00:30 - 12 years ago

on When the Queens Come Marching Home by topvega
yes good enough but.....
there is the thing abou the guitar that starts too soon but can be waiting until later on.
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topvega replied 25th Jul 2014 - 12 years ago
I agree. I need to let my tracks breathe a little more and not be so solo happy. Thanks for the input.

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deciBel
deciBel 14th Jun 2014 06:00 - 12 years ago

on When the Queens Come Marching Home by topvega
TV I've had the chance to listen some other traX of yours & as someone who has had a progressive metal band in younger ages , I've always found :
1_your clean and fast licks & picking
2_your loOoOoOvely old effecT (Gtr)
soOoOoO REMARKABLE...
& selecT of this track for sharing with us , is another remarkable point of yours as I've discovered just rightnow...
many thnx for taking me back in memory for awhile , to those days of those old tapes & queens of the stone age ...
respects & best wishes.__Behnam
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topvega replied 15th Jun 2014 - 12 years ago
Thanks Behnam, those are very kind words. I appreciate the support. This track pretty much sums up what my favorite style of Rock is. My 3 favorite bands currently are Clutch, Queens of the Stone Age and Rival Sons.

Thanks for taking the time to listen and for leaving a comment.

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Orlando51
Orlando51 31st May 2014 22:20 - 12 years ago

on That Whiskey Diet by topvega
Well...as you know I'm a big fan of your style when rock genre is in question, so this one is another reason for having a big smile on my face again...thank you for that.:)

Rock on____Orlando
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topvega replied 2nd Jun 2014 - 12 years ago
I am glad I could put another smile on your face and really appreciate the very kind words of support. It really means a lot. Glad you gave it a listen and liked it.

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RealProblemShuckers
RealProblemShuckers 31st May 2014 20:02 - 12 years ago

on That Whiskey Diet by topvega
This is a good song. The track is laid out in a great way.

Keep up the very good work!

-RealProblemShuckers
topvega
topvega replied 2nd Jun 2014 - 12 years ago
Thanks for the positive words of support. Much appreciated.

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FreeRadical
FreeRadical 31st May 2014 11:46 - 12 years ago

on That Whiskey Diet by topvega
I seem to be having the opposite problem to you. Signed off work with far too much time and not enough money. Anyway, this is sounding like a solid bit of rock music. It doesn't matter that theres no lead because the rhythm is fat. Niceley blended with the bass and the drums which are also very good.
You should tell UPS to stick it and make more tunes because i for one am enjoying your style.
FR
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topvega replied 2nd Jun 2014 - 12 years ago
Right on Bro...I would love to tell UPS to stick it. If it was a 9 to 5 job I could tolerate it, but they force the OT down your throat. I agree most of the song holds up without a lead guitar. A couple parts need something. Either a tasty guitar lick or an Organ/Keyboard. Appreciate you giving it a listen and leaving some feedback.

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UChris
UChris 21st May 2014 19:36 - 12 years ago

on Cant keep a Good Man down by topvega
I liked this a lot so I played my Native American style flute to it. Best I could do cuz I can't sing. I had a blast! Makes me want to listen to your other tracks and see what comes up. Check out my profile tracks to hear it. Thanks!
topvega
topvega replied 23rd May 2014 - 12 years ago
Glad you enjoyed it...I gave your track a listen last night and when I went back to comment today it was gone. Sounded like you had a good time though. Glad I got to hear it. Thanks for the kind words of support.

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BrandonMichelle
BrandonMichelle 21st May 2014 10:26 - 12 years ago

on Cant keep a Good Man down by topvega
This is great.. Really love the blues. You got me singing at 2 am in the morning. Great music.
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topvega replied 23rd May 2014 - 12 years ago
Awesome...that is a great compliment. Glad I could get you singing, and at 2 am. :) Thanks for the kind words of support.

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Spivkurl
Spivkurl 19th May 2014 14:26 - 12 years ago

on Sleep by topvega
Groovy jammin rock track you've got here! The guitar and bass sit perfectly together! One thing I'd love to hear in this song is nice organ part, maybe with a short solo at some point. I just love organs, especially in rock music! Anyway, this is a really fun one to listen to! Interesting you called it "Sleep," I don't think my sleep usually sounds like this...heh. Nicely done!
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topvega replied 23rd May 2014 - 12 years ago
Thanks Spiv. I agree a cool Organ would be a nice addition. I have vacay coming up 2nd week of June. Maybe I can sit down and try and add some. What's funny is I don't remember why I named this one Sleep. lol I must have named it early on and it stuck. Thanks for giving it a listen.

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StrikingDaggers
StrikingDaggers 18th May 2014 23:11 - 12 years ago

on Cant keep a Good Man down by topvega
Awesome track topvega! All the elements you used blended together perfectly and created a great blues track. The mix sounds pretty good too. I really enjoyed listening to this. It's a Fav. Nice work.
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topvega replied 23rd May 2014 - 12 years ago
Thanks Shatner...always nice to get some positive feedback and kind words. :) Thanks for taking the time to listen. Oh and thanks for the Fave.

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Tumbleweed
Tumbleweed 13th May 2014 17:09 - 12 years ago

on Ashes to Ashes by topvega
I came home from a younger brother`s funeral a number of years ago and sat down with the guitar and a recorder to do the same thing tv (he was many times the guitar player I will ever be)...when I listen later.. like your tune...it is not really sad....just carries the emotion of the moment (and there are many)...music does indeed have therapudic value (I`ve used for that purpose most of my life)...Condolences on your loss tv..I know there are no words that really provide comfort...yet we try to convey what we can.....all the best...Ed
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topvega replied 18th May 2014 - 12 years ago
Very true Ed. Thanks for the inspirational words and for giving it a listen.

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ScottB55
ScottB55 13th May 2014 02:39 - 12 years ago

on Ashes to Ashes by topvega
So sorry for your loss. I know what you are going through having the same situation several years ago. It gets easier as time goes by, than the wonderful memories will linger on.

Great song, BTW!

Cheers,
Scott
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topvega replied 18th May 2014 - 12 years ago
Thanks Scott. Appreciate the kind words. It does get a bit easier overall. There are time though when the pain is just as bad as in the beginning. Thanks again.

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ElenaSatine
ElenaSatine 10th May 2014 18:34 - 12 years ago

on Ashes to Ashes by topvega
wowww ! this was superb !!
I didn't expect a proff driver to be a prof rocker too !
what a good guitar you've played in it !
but what sort of collab you mean ?
this is perfect !
Elena :)
topvega
topvega replied 12th May 2014 - 12 years ago
Thanks for those extremely kind words. I am always looking for vocals on my tracks but i can see your point as I I tend to use a lead guitar for the vocals. I think it comes from my inability to sing :D Thanks again.

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Spivkurl
Spivkurl 5th May 2014 13:27 - 12 years ago

on After the levee broke Zepp Tribute by topvega
Jammin tune hear my friend! I am especially fond of the lead guitar part, very expertly played! The drums really do give a Zep feeling. I like the part around 5:25, that change in progression is sweet! I'm listening on headphones, so it's a bit difficult to give any real opinions on the mix. I would say I'd like to hear a little more low end, but that's just personal preference. A fun one to listen to for sure! I dig it! Fave!
topvega
topvega replied 8th May 2014 - 12 years ago
Thanks for the kind words Spiv. Appreciate you giving it a listen and for leaving a comment. I need to go in and clean up the mix and maybe add some low end.

Thanks again.

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evilarmy83
evilarmy83 3rd May 2014 03:32 - 12 years ago

on Punch Drunk by topvega
Cool song man!
topvega
topvega replied 3rd May 2014 - 12 years ago
Thanks bro...appreciate the support. Thanks for giving it a listen.

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Tumbleweed
Tumbleweed 1st May 2014 17:36 - 12 years ago

on After the levee broke Zepp Tribute by topvega
I`m with you on the whole idea of doing a new take on the band`s sound but doing your own thing at the same time (easier said than done)..this one nails it..my younger brother got into Zep before I did (I was drooling on Steppenwolf) but they were great...on that widening the mix thing tv...if you are making room for a vocal in the middle/up front..it may be an idea...If the lead guitar bits are to carry the melody I would be more inclined to actually do the opposite..take a little reverb off (or set a long pre-delay on the guitar`s reverb.) and get the lead a bit more in front of the band...It a dam good rock tune tv...my day is off to a good start...right on...Ed
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topvega replied 3rd May 2014 - 12 years ago
Thanks for those tips Ed. I might remix the lead and put it more up front since I don't have vocals. Appreciate you taking the time to give it a listen and commenting.

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Orlando51
Orlando51 1st May 2014 03:56 - 12 years ago

on Punch Drunk by topvega
I really like your rock tracks. You always find some recipe to make things sounding enjoyable! Congrats!

Orlando
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topvega replied 2nd May 2014 - 12 years ago
Awesome man...can't ask for better feedback than that. I really appreciate the kind words.

Thanks again....

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FreeRadical
FreeRadical 30th Apr 2014 23:32 - 12 years ago

on Punch Drunk by topvega
Nice piece of rock music. Particularly like the use of the guitar harmonics and the chorus effect.
This is a bouncy and uplifting piece of music.
Well worth listening to.
Keep it up.
FR
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topvega replied 2nd May 2014 - 12 years ago
Thanks FR. Always nice to get some kind feedback on the music you make. I appreciate you taking the time to listen and leave a comment.

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mrwolf14
mrwolf14 29th Apr 2014 12:40 - 12 years ago

on After the levee broke Zepp Tribute by topvega
Good tribute to one of the best bands ever.
And as pointed out by others, this has a "vague" Zep taste but it is original: this is jamming with 70s spirit in the 21st century :-)
Liked it (as usual with your tracks).
Ciao, Domenico

PS: the riff with the minor 3rd reminds me a lot of the atmosphere of a Vinicio Cappossela's song (one of my favorite italian songwriters)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QaNfVJUfWV8

but this is a song on Greek mithology, so nothing to do with your work, it just excited a link in my brain
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topvega replied 30th Apr 2014 - 12 years ago
Thanks much Domenico, appreciate the support and the very kind words. Yeah I ran across the drum sample and it just felt like a Zeppish track needed to be done.

Thanks again

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DesignedImpression
DesignedImpression 29th Apr 2014 02:54 - 12 years ago

on After the levee broke Zepp Tribute by topvega
This is rocking Tv, your point of view in tribute has done a respectable representation. That guitar holds the two sides on the same team which is great. I can imagine the band jammin this at some local event, but I hear you and the difference works more than what would be expected. I believed it was an actual song from them, now I know the truth. Keep rocking it man and thanks for sharing. Peace.
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topvega replied 30th Apr 2014 - 12 years ago
Thanks bro, appreciate the very kind words of support. Thanks for taking the time to give it a listen and for leaving a comment.

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StaticNomad
StaticNomad 27th Apr 2014 17:40 - 12 years ago

on After the levee broke Zepp Tribute by topvega
More of your classic guitar work here.

Drum beats are good though perhaps they get a bit repetitive after a while. I like the change to the open hat.

1:52 trill is cool and groovy lead work.

You're right that this probably should be shorter.

I think you could maybe mix your lead playing a bit better at times as it seems a bit pushed back in the mix. Try EQing it a bit. I also use a lot of stereo widening effect (the same Cubase plugin) on my guitar parts, which can make a huge difference.

I don't put it on every single guitar part but I generally try it out to see it will help.

Not much to fault with the playing here. I think you should try to cut the track down by something like a minute or two.

However, if this were a live gig, the length would probably be fine. People would be grooving to this.
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topvega replied 27th Apr 2014 - 12 years ago
Will give the stereo widening a try on my lead parts and see how it works, Thanks for the tip. No doubt it needs to be shortened a little bit in the middle somewhere.
The drums are a sample and are what set the tone for the track. Once I heard them I had a Zepp Levee breaks vibe in my head.

Appreciate the kind words and the input. Will give it a try and see where I get with this.

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FreeRadical
FreeRadical 27th Apr 2014 09:16 - 12 years ago

on After the levee broke Zepp Tribute by topvega
Listened to this whilst i was getting ready and it had me banging my head whilst i was getting dressed.
Aside from the beat and the tempo it's not like the original, but it does have that classic rock sound that Jimmy Page used to make.
It's a great track but if you could find someone to add a few vocals it would be even better.
That aside, it's a flawless piece of guitar playing that's been well mixed and well thought out.
My first track of the day and it's a blinder!
FR
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topvega replied 27th Apr 2014 - 12 years ago
Thanks FR, the drum sample is what set the tone for this track. Didn't want to rehash something Zeppelin already did. Wanted to capture that vibe and energy in something new.

Thanks for the kind words and for taking the time to listen.

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evilarmy83
evilarmy83 27th Apr 2014 07:18 - 12 years ago

on After the levee broke Zepp Tribute by topvega
Very good job, especially on keepin it original. Most tribute songs are covers so its pleasurable to see some creativity and originality. Now if they could only grasp that concept in the cinema/movie industry. :)
topvega
topvega replied 27th Apr 2014 - 12 years ago
Thanks bro, yeah I didn't want to just do a cover. Wanted to try and capture the spirit from my musical point of view.
Appreciate you listening and leaving a comment.

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Danke
Danke 26th Apr 2014 08:10 - 12 years ago

on After the levee broke Zepp Tribute by topvega
Well...if someone like live sounded rock music, it could be one from the winner...Drum nearly sounds like in the great years and this jammin tone is a good rememberance that those biggest bands played like in the same mood and feeling...colab request is for vocs? If yes, hope you find some strong and learned voice...:-)

Best, Danke
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topvega replied 27th Apr 2014 - 12 years ago
Thanks Danke, and yeah I am always looking for some vocals. Appreciate you giving it a listen.

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Orlando51
Orlando51 25th Apr 2014 00:04 - 12 years ago

on Frayed and Dismayed by topvega
God,...I love your rock style ! I hardly describe it with words, but there's always something basic and primal, yet very sublime and dignifying in your sound and this one is no exception!

Compliments____Orlando
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topvega replied 19th Jul 2014 - 12 years ago
Those are very kind words my friend. I thanks you for them as they are inspiring. Nice to know my music is appreciated. Makes it all worthwhile.

Thanks again.

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