BaoBou. You are quite busy. The opening synth choice is welcoming. When you bring the drums in, the track feels solid. Your vocals here put me in mind of "When you can't see the sun". Now your guitar............FIRE. My advice fill the spaces with guitar in the same vein as 1:47 and 3:23 lead and some nice chords with your vocals. Nice 1 buddy. Your on it. Peace.
Thanks so much Mark! Yeah I'm not done yet with this one, but I have 4-5 more that need my attention, so I had to kick this one out and make some space in my mind. Some of the vocals aren't quite where I want them, and I want to play with the ending.
In general I'm experimenting and trying to get outside my tried and tested guitar/bass/piano/drums/vocals template and discovering some pretty interesting places, I feel. And that also leads to different lyrics.
I'm definitely having fun, and that's all that matters :)
UE! Ok so this is a really great composition. That saturation on the upper HZ of the drum kit is extra crispy. The piano and bells made me a little misty around the old eye balls……..excuse me while I get a Kleenex. Ok UE you’re one bad music making machine. Now for the Purdie shuffle……….. wonderfully executed my friend. My first exposure to the Purdie shuffle was on The Late Great Aretha Franklins Rock Steady. Fast forward to the 80s with Steely Dan. Also I had an Album by the group Hummingbird where Bernard was practically the front man! He was such a beast in that group I wanted to have him arrested for being too funky! Peace!
Thanks Mark! I appreciate you taking the time and your awesome comments. I'm glad you enjoyed the piece. I remember the band "Hummingbird". I'm going to do a refresh listen. Babylon Sisters is one of my favorite shuffle examples. So "LA"! Steve Gadd is another of my fav drummers. Check out his new album, I believe it is live. A tune called "Any Moment Now". The album is a study in minimalism. Thanks again UE
Yahwelle just stop all of this fabulousness! That opening is talking my language. And yes excellent drum mix. The groove is infectious and that Rhodes is delectably executed! You have another nice one here.
Micky! Oh DAW- SMAW LOL. What ever you use, no matter what you lay down. It’s consistently a Time Machine. The first notes and chords took me back to a time and place of very fond memories. This is consistent with your works. Your vocals and the processing you place on them is over the top. Yep trademark Micky. Your synth work along with the synth bass reminds me so much of The System. Great track.
Hey Mark, wonderful that it takes you back to pleasant times. I guess I've fulfilled my mission then. Oh, and I'll gladly accept the compliment of the comparison to The System... I really liked them too. "Promises Can Change" is a bit of a tearjerker, but I still listened to it over and over again. Thanks for listening and the nice review.
Peace,
Micky
bringer! Ok let’s jump right in. The repetitive quirky swing with the vocals after the first two bars I realized was a setup for the groove you dropped at the 1:04 spot. The sax at 1:15 is fire then people fussing with the sax paused and easing back in is my type of session. Then you blend the quirky swing with the groove. BOSS MOVE DUDE! Finally the ending note is the perfect exit. Your grey matter is firing all of the creative neurons! Faved.
Ok Yahwelle I’m hearing you clearly. Nice bass work and the vocals helped to set this track firmly in the funk zone. The organ at about 2:03 was a treat! Guitar, trumpet, is my kinda happy place. Well done!
bringer! The layered piano at the jump off is genius. It's interesting how you traverse from scene to scene and vibe to vibe seamlessly. Then with a clever twist, you go Dolby Atmos cinematic breakbeatish at the 3:12 mark. Next, the bots come in at 3:26. The last quarter, wraps up nicely. And lastly, That's a pretty interesting waveform! Remarkable creativity dude! Faved. TTYL.
Thanks for the fav. The bots wrote most of it, I arranged their voices and set up the "Turing machines." I try to be without category intentionally. Lately I've been more interested in earlier jazz idioms. When you get a moment you should check this one out: https://www.looperman.com/tracks/detail/243530
I used samples from the 30s and 60s, and wrapped them in MIDI.
Nice one. The bass line puts me in mind of Billy Cobhams Stratus. The keys got my thinking of Chick Corea and Scott Kinsey. This is my type of music. Throughly enjoyed the listen.
Thank you for revisiting
this track and continuing
to give me the encouragement
to keep trying to convert/translate
my thoughts into sound/music.
I miss being on the LM grid.
I hope to be back soon.
Alright fellas! Here we go with another heavy hitter. The creativity is off the charts good. Loving the weightless section @2:05. Then the comeback at 2:52 ! Nice one that sticks to the ribs.
Hello Mark, nice to hear from you. I've been really turned off by the vibe on LM lately... I don't deal well with Dimestop's overbearing personality... it just ruins my mood. Especially when I see him getting approval from people who I actually thought would be more peaceful. I'm just an old hippie, somehow, that's how it is and that's how it will stay.
But I'm very happy that you like Robbie and I's old track. I don't know how close you are to him or whether you know about his current situation. In any case, we can't continue to work together musically at the moment, which really bothers me. I'm working on my personal tracks, but I've become so particular about them that it takes me months before I'm satisfied... LOL
I hope you're doing well and I'll hear from you again soon.
Love AND Peace
Micky
Mark, thanks for the listen. I'm glad you enjoyed this one. It seemed to come together nicely. I am working on my mixes, trying to get some front to back imaging. Thanks again my friend. I hope all is well. UE
Micky this is top notch. A way back Time Machine. Solid 4 in the floor that’s serious business. The 0:52 break is too cool. Great listen for me. Thanks again for sharing your talent.
Hello Mark,
I didn't realize that you had already listened to this thing some time ago. So thank you for listening and the encouraging comment. It's always a great pleasure for me!
Cheers,
Micky
What's good T? This is a mighty fine production. The total mix is full on squeaky clean. You know that EP is present & pertinent. The bass has just the right bottom and the drum track is sitting well. But those strings are Philharmonic, on your chamber orchestra swag! Now T I'm gonna have to OUT YOU! I know you didn't think that I could possibly miss those crispy treats snapping, crackling and popping with the kick oh so subtly, did you? Fire creative touch all the way. Lastly, I'm feeling some sweet female vocals will def crown this one. Nothing too domineering but just right in there. I enjoyed what you've done here. Also take this fave and hang it on the wall. Peace.
Mark first let me say thanks for the HOLLA today, that made my day player. Now for those ears of yours, by you picking out my snap crackle and pop it just confirms my comment on your last track I listen too. Your hearing is surgical. I have to admit only because you OUTED ME, that vinyl was mint to be as close to subliminal as possible, but since you got to tell on somebody, I'm good with-it LOL. I gave it the female vocal listen and I agree with you on that idea. That would take this track to another dimension of SMOOTH. Now in reference to what we disgust today, that comment about the female vocal in a split second caused my ears to consider what I would say is your creative contribution to this track, instead of subtracting some element from the track, and it makes since. A pleasure always MT. PEACE T576 OUT.
BaoBou. So my current situation……. I’m listening as I’m on my way to kick it with my mom who is 91 and lives 2 hours away and she’s sharp as a tack. Something about your track and driving through the countryside is making my day! I’m really digging this because it’s uniquely you. Plus at the risk of sounding redundant, I still cannot unhear Donald Fagan! Nothing technical is interfering with what you have shared musically. Great job Buddy:). Also I’ve got the .als project files and will be jumping on them soon. Peace.
Thank you so much!!
Great to hear your mom is ok, especially at that age. My mom is 81, so I feel you (brain is still fast, her legs not so much anymore ;)
Donald Fagen is a great name to be compared to. I'm happy :)
Rob! Pertinent application of S.D. ALL DAY LONG'S fire talent. The parts of your track that jumped at me was, 1.The Tension throughout the track which never seemed to be resolved. Which is definately a great thing and perfect set up for a sequel (hint hint). 2. That outstanding drum track which stands on its own, then 3.THOSE OUTRAGIOUS SYNTHS!!!!!! Hands down, unequivocally you be that SYNTH HERO! OK, MIKE DROPPED LOL! Peace.
I would love to take the credit
for writing the Drums on this track
but, I just arranged and modified some
samples off Loopcloud. Thanks for the mention tho:-)
You've given me a lot to think about in respect to resolution on a track. I generally put a track together in 1 min sections and I hear each section on its own, not thinking about someone listening, and hearing it all at once. Thank you for that insight. That's a game changer.
On the Synths I'm experimenting on high and low voices playing at the same time so they don't get in each others way while saying something completely different. If that makes sense:-)
Thank you for your listen, encouragement and for your insight on this track.
on EP3 - All in a dream by BaoBou
Mark
In general I'm experimenting and trying to get outside my tried and tested guitar/bass/piano/drums/vocals template and discovering some pretty interesting places, I feel. And that also leads to different lyrics.
I'm definitely having fun, and that's all that matters :)
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Mark
Thank you Mark, I don't deserve so much praise, but it's nice anyway ????I'll try not to get "big-headed".
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Mark
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Mark
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Mark
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Mark
Peace,
Micky
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Mark
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Mark
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Mark
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Mark
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Mark
https://www.looperman.com/tracks/detail/243530
I used samples from the 30s and 60s, and wrapped them in MIDI.
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Mark
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Mark
Thank you for revisiting
this track and continuing
to give me the encouragement
to keep trying to convert/translate
my thoughts into sound/music.
I miss being on the LM grid.
I hope to be back soon.
on 1 - When you cant see the sun - KingMT remix by BaoBou
Mark
on Is It So Important by StarTravels
Mark
But I'm very happy that you like Robbie and I's old track. I don't know how close you are to him or whether you know about his current situation. In any case, we can't continue to work together musically at the moment, which really bothers me. I'm working on my personal tracks, but I've become so particular about them that it takes me months before I'm satisfied... LOL
I hope you're doing well and I'll hear from you again soon.
Love AND Peace
Micky
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Mark
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Mark
I didn't realize that you had already listened to this thing some time ago. So thank you for listening and the encouraging comment. It's always a great pleasure for me!
Cheers,
Micky
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Mark
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Mark
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Mark
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Mark
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Mark
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Mark
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Mark
Great to hear your mom is ok, especially at that age. My mom is 81, so I feel you (brain is still fast, her legs not so much anymore ;)
Donald Fagen is a great name to be compared to. I'm happy :)
on Qwerty1 by Jynxz
Mark
I would love to take the credit
for writing the Drums on this track
but, I just arranged and modified some
samples off Loopcloud. Thanks for the mention tho:-)
You've given me a lot to think about in respect to resolution on a track. I generally put a track together in 1 min sections and I hear each section on its own, not thinking about someone listening, and hearing it all at once. Thank you for that insight. That's a game changer.
On the Synths I'm experimenting on high and low voices playing at the same time so they don't get in each others way while saying something completely different. If that makes sense:-)
Thank you for your listen, encouragement and for your insight on this track.
PEACE. From the East... TTYL...