yes ...it is a bit dark in both music and song Joe...but you have accomplished a lot with just one vst and it follows your intentions well...good job....Ed
That was right the point i try to go to. Make a track with just 1 vst and let it sound mostly so that it fits to the idea behind.
Nice that you think it works in a way.
-When i started making music (at least 35 years ago) we did all our music just with 1 cheap yamaha keyboard (i forgot the name of it, but it was a mini key one, with a very easy ADSR thing) and it works well) So i think it isn´t to hard to do a track just with just 1 vst ......
You`ve got the whole vibe down to a T Lee.....and I know you have been a bit self-critical at times about the vocal...but man...it totally fits the bill....Lee: its about the way the voice & the delivery fits the music (I have always felt that) more so than some perfect operatic abilities.....congrats my friend...this is friggin great in this ol boys opinion...fantastic job on the lyrics...and the accompaniament follows the Floyd concepp with the chord progs.......bravo.....we`ll do another one some time this year if I have anything to do with it....just gotta find some time over here at my place later on.....Ed
well...I always know its going to be good when I hit play on this band M...and I am never wrong....interesting combination with the two very different voices (I have an R&B track using Farisha`s pella but have never posted it)...this is, as always top class music performed by top class musicians...always an enjoyable listen...Ed
I`ve been listening to several of your tracks on my MP3 player the last while Steve (Dust & Bones, Solitare, Forgetting You)...so just had to stop by & see/hear what you`ve been up to lately...Glad I did...guess I somehow missed this one ...Must say you use some of the most tasty chord progs I ever hear in much of your music...Lots of power in this one, but you always seem to get a great combination of instrument clarity, catchy melodies and beautiful clean mixes...Great job by you and Behnam on this one....You have a big fan up this side of the planet....keep on & I`ll keep tuning in.....Ed
Nice to see this one getting some attention TG...I know I commented before...but I was thinking that all that snow & winter storms you guys have been getting down your way must be keeping a lot of folks homebound...good time to do some more music...I have a brother down in your Prov.and I think his place is pretty much burried......I would help you shovel, but my chiropractor is already getting rich by my just trying to keep the driveway clear here...keep on & all the best...Ed
Yep..been digging for days now, that's just around the house
drifts up over, all the windows and doors...MF'er...
Driveway my boy comes by with his Tractor Blower, 300ft driveway
wouldn't even think of doing that...
But he can't get close to the house, wish he could...
Got a few big young guys, down the road they got girls friends
and need money, if we get anymore they'll have the money... :-)
Then your brother knows how I feel...Cause I feel his pain..
very cool domr...very nice stereo effect on the organ..I have never done a raggae track myself althought I have listened to several raggae songs (Bob Marley and others ) that I like...this is very well done...It often seems like a happy music genre to me...this is a nice happy listening piece of music...we could use more of that....good job.....Ed
you had my ears hooked at the intro....love bass myself (I use an old Fender 4 string J Bass)...so your walking around style in this one is right on (Chas of an old group called The Animals got me into bass waaay back).....a great Sat afternoon listen up my way Evan.....well done...Ed
I've been playing bass for about 18 years, only seriously for about the last 4 years, since I discovered the ability to record through my friend Jeff getting CubaseLE4.
Anyway, I only mention that because, in all that time, I've never even picked up and played a jazz bass. Never played one ever. I know I should.
First was a Peavey Patriot. Aweful thing. One single coil close to the neck, and a neck guaranteed to bow. Lost it in a bet that haunts me to this day.
Next was an Epiphone P-Bass that is a total Fender rip-off. A split single-coil with volume and tone pots. Still got it, though it's missing the tone knob when the pot broke from abuse.
But my baby, and the bass that you hear on everything I have on this site, is my Ibanez SR600. Dual humbuckers, active electronics for EQ, with low, mid, high, toggle for mid sculpting, vol and pup balance. That has really been the biggest thing for me, having the ability to get the tone I want straight from the instrument, and not trying to dress up a crap tone after the fact.
Glad you liked this one. I'm going into the project tonight to do some fixing on parts. Wish me luck!
I think you were right to just do your own thing on this one Dave...the original Right has been done...but if you can take the concept or some of the musical/beat ideas and go your own way, you usually end up with something more unique (& its a more creative approach)...the production sounds fine to me...the backing sounds could liukely be widened more and maybe a little more extreme panning/placement on the non lead stuff/percussion etc...but you haven`t squashed it to death & have kept the dynamics intact with a reasonable amount of power...There are lots of producers around here who know a lot more about the genre that I do so no shortage of help if you are looking for some input......well done...keep doing it....Ed
its got lots of potential Ratsouk...Nice job on the vocal(s) and I enjoyed what you have so far just as it is...but look forward to hearing the final (its gotta be good)...hope you can take it where you want....nicely done...Ed
i'm good at ideas and vocals - but - unfortunately - have problems in carryind the project to a final state. May be this one will stay as it is - unfinished.( I can compose and even play the arrangement - but I can't master and all that
Love that fat-soft kick hitting way down fequencies X (did you layer a quiet sub-bass in there)...the mix does sound simple but your care in its composition and production are obvious...the genre really benefits from the way you have preserved all those subtle dynamics in the final mix....a big well done to you.....Ed
yeah that kick was actually supposed to represent a heart beat, thats why it goes all the way through the track, and also.. it sounded cool haha, there's no sub bass but although there are some tweaks to give it more of a punch and make it sound more lively :)
You are right Liam...this mix has everything it needs to paint the musical picture...that bass kick in around 1:20 is great...fills that nice deep frequency perfectly...you are great musical company with Orlando....well done....much enjoyed...Ed
funny all the places that musical inspiration can come from...I suppose my enjoyment of this one results at least in part by the fact that nature, atmospheres, feelings, places tend to influence some of what I try to do myself...it paints the picture you describe very nicely Dan...nice clean mix...looks like Spiv has some further contributions to make so hope to get back for a listen later....very nicely done....keep on....Ed
yes - I think you are very attentive to ambiance in your mixes. for me - these ambient tracks are an opportunity to learn the characteristics of some basic old school synths and get a few basic mixing solutions under my belt. if I have managed to speak to the art which is my inspiration I am really happy. thanks man.
well Domenico...I had to stop back here and give you hell (HaHa)...you are being way to hard on yourself man...I think the bass goes just fine with this one...its not too low and I think you have gotten rid of any of those mud frequencies between 2 & 400...I find I often boost the bass a bit around 80 Hz where it really seems to hit the big lows nicely...and the vocal is good...I personally like to hear a little warmth in the vocal especially in a mix like this where it smooths out nicely.....anyway....give yourself a pat on the back my friend...it sounds good and so do you (isn`t it funny how most of us don`t like the sound of our own voices...I wouldn`t dare sing myself).........Keep on doing it......Ed
Thanks Ed for your support.
I have uploaded a new version where I decreased a bit the frequencies between 150 and 350Hz: that's to say that I think you are right. :-)
I did not boost the bass (yet?) … need to listen on good speakers before.
I really appreciate your advices and your kind words.
Take care, Domenico
You`ve got a ton of funk going on here clindsay....big bouncy mix that leaves bo doubt about the genre..kind of a combination of the classic funk sounds with a more modern appraoch to the vox bits and drops...big fun listen too....way to go....Ed
I can hear that you must have put a lot of thought and work into this mix Domenico...its really good...very nice contrast and yet in sync with the two voices...You really did a great job on this one (as usual)..The mix sounds good......Ed...(PS..human hearing doesn`t on average go below 30hz when its petfect...you can cut up to 40-50 & likely not hear the different except the amount of air the speakers move),,,
Thanks for the kind words Ed. You are too kind as usual.
And you are right with your comment on the low freqs: I usually put a low cut on 30Hz on "everything that I record". In this case I am having problems because I have some deep synth notes which may create some problems.
And I have probably still too much bass-freqs on my voice: trying to hide myself. I cannot sing and I am not too sure of my English pronunciation...I need to get over this.
Once more: thanks!
Ciao, Domenico
How good to see/hear a new post from you Carole...I am a bit late finding this one I see...but I had stopped by your place several times in the past hoping to hear something from you...perhaps I repeat myself but you have a fantastic voice and such expressive delivery...and your versatility shows in this one again....Like it just the way it is......It is a bit of an unusual combination but that is the kind of thing that makes it creative and your talent makes it good listening too....well done....Ed..(PS: I had a track posted using some of your acapellas until I started reducing the numver of posts over on my page....not sure if you had a listen but would be happy to send you a copy of the mix if you like...still have your contact info from last year )
ah yes...originally an old Percy Faith orchestra number I think?...you really have put a great jazzy spin on the theme (that low-tuned guitar is great stuff)...being an old guy who cut his youthful guitar teeth on instrumental tunes by the likes of The Ventures and similar groups you know I am no stranger to this one...This one would have been a hit on my radio any decade Pat...some of those old songs that stick in your head over the years never really get old...we just change the way we hear them...a wonderful tribute and I can tell you did this one with a lot of thought and patience and I hear the careful work you did on the details...sorry for your loss my friend...it is part of the journey that those of us fortunate enough to stick around for enough years have to experiance...and honour....well done.....Ed
Bravo ER...I have been recording acoustic guitar for a long time and still find it a challenge ...nice tone and placement here...this is really well done...so is everything about it...a good song...well written and delivered with just the right accompaniament to make it shine... well done...& enjoyed the listen over my way....Ed
just keep playing that Tele, Strat & P bass TG...and I will keep tuning in...they provide you with a great voice the way you use them...I think I last did vocals in youthful band days (assisted by a couple of brews) but discovered that I had neither the voice or confidence to do what I wanted....This is finkin good listening my friend.....loved it....keep em coming.......Ed
Thanks Ed...
I hear auto tuning today, and I laugh at how they use it on those
that can't sing, in fact couldn't carry a note around the corner...
I have to use my guitar because I know I can't sing anymore but
they never could sing and use a tuner... What a joke...
The new you sound really good ladyinred...enjoyed the listen Elena...I am listening with a sub-whoofer so notice the the bass would maybe benefit from a little narrowing of the EQ...maybe a vut of anything below 50-60hz and a scoop out ion that low mid part between 200-400 hz or so that always seems to be the place where the mud is a bit....not intended as a criticism Elena...really liked flow, chord progs/arp and the way the mix kind of evolves and carries you along.........Ed
Hello Ed - master as Ben calls you :)
thank you much much for this comment .
i don't know much about mix,so it will be a heavenly gift
if you can help me about this .
I know you can correct my mix and I'll be honoured .
a big thank to you again .
Elena :)
You have a great voice Amilad....this is really well done...I do not understand the words....but I understand the enjoyment of listening....bravo.....Ed
I cant really recall the original although anyone who watched the movie is unlikely to forget it...(the music from the Lord of The Rings movies has really been catching my attention lately)...Totally agree with your idea of taking the musical template in your own direction and creating your own version...This is really well done EB...you are obviously a very talented musician....great track......Ed
Thanks again for giving it a listen and all the kind words. Yes there is a high possibility people not mite remember the theme, I did this for a very simple reason, My Rendition! And Yes, LOTR Score is Epic... Just love everything about the movie. Try something out if your heart says brother. Thanks again.
Hi Marzipan...I think crucethus makes some really good points that will help you keep getting better...but I must say that you are off to a fine start...I could have never have done this the first time I produced a track...so please keep at it...you already know that music is a wonderful companion in life no matter whether you do it as a hobby or profesionally....and piano is a very expressive instrument that just fits so many musical genres....good for you..and thank you for sharing...Ed
whatever it was you did worked a treat Mark...nice production values here...vocal exactly where it should be to my tastes...that sax around 2:30 is great...bit of a jazzy/late night vibe...it seemed like a fast 5 min listen so you had to nail the composition/arrangement really well...neat little guitar bits by the way (nice contrast with the horns & vox)....This is top notch mate...you can out this one on premanent file now.,,,its done...& done really well.....Good to see you found a little time to stop back around the place...really enjoyed this one....Ed
ahhh thanks Ed,
like us all I suppose I just seem to be juggling time lately, so I haven't been as active on looperman as I would have liked to have been, but I have been going through some of my earlier stuff and remixing some of it, as well as working on new tracks which I am hoping to get out soon. this one was a big test and I really am so pleased you liked it, it does mean an awful lot, hope all is well with you and speak again soon
Take care Ed and my very best wishes.
Mark
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It's a relaxing track yeah, before sleep and after awakening...? :-)
Greetings, Danke
on Apocalypse 2015 - revolta2 version by joecramer
That was right the point i try to go to. Make a track with just 1 vst and let it sound mostly so that it fits to the idea behind.
Nice that you think it works in a way.
-When i started making music (at least 35 years ago) we did all our music just with 1 cheap yamaha keyboard (i forgot the name of it, but it was a mini key one, with a very easy ADSR thing) and it works well) So i think it isn´t to hard to do a track just with just 1 vst ......
stay tuned
joe
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Ciao,
M.
on My Life Today ft Behnam Zandi by srbrown7
on I Wont Quit by soundhound
drifts up over, all the windows and doors...MF'er...
Driveway my boy comes by with his Tractor Blower, 300ft driveway
wouldn't even think of doing that...
But he can't get close to the house, wish he could...
Got a few big young guys, down the road they got girls friends
and need money, if we get anymore they'll have the money... :-)
Then your brother knows how I feel...Cause I feel his pain..
Same to you Ed...All the best
Peace...TG.
on babys by domr30
on So Long Bound by Evisma
I've been playing bass for about 18 years, only seriously for about the last 4 years, since I discovered the ability to record through my friend Jeff getting CubaseLE4.
Anyway, I only mention that because, in all that time, I've never even picked up and played a jazz bass. Never played one ever. I know I should.
First was a Peavey Patriot. Aweful thing. One single coil close to the neck, and a neck guaranteed to bow. Lost it in a bet that haunts me to this day.
Next was an Epiphone P-Bass that is a total Fender rip-off. A split single-coil with volume and tone pots. Still got it, though it's missing the tone knob when the pot broke from abuse.
But my baby, and the bass that you hear on everything I have on this site, is my Ibanez SR600. Dual humbuckers, active electronics for EQ, with low, mid, high, toggle for mid sculpting, vol and pup balance. That has really been the biggest thing for me, having the ability to get the tone I want straight from the instrument, and not trying to dress up a crap tone after the fact.
Glad you liked this one. I'm going into the project tonight to do some fixing on parts. Wish me luck!
Evan
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cheers ed, thanks for stopping by :)
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on The End of The Night ft 3v3sound by mrwolf14
I have uploaded a new version where I decreased a bit the frequencies between 150 and 350Hz: that's to say that I think you are right. :-)
I did not boost the bass (yet?) … need to listen on good speakers before.
I really appreciate your advices and your kind words.
Take care, Domenico
on Gonna Make You Feel It - Funkiest Remix by clindsay
-clindsay
on The End of The Night ft 3v3sound by mrwolf14
And you are right with your comment on the low freqs: I usually put a low cut on 30Hz on "everything that I record". In this case I am having problems because I have some deep synth notes which may create some problems.
And I have probably still too much bass-freqs on my voice: trying to hide myself. I cannot sing and I am not too sure of my English pronunciation...I need to get over this.
Once more: thanks!
Ciao, Domenico
on If ever by janis71
on Moon River Remix by PDMuzak
on Keep You Close by BradoSanz
on I Wont Quit by soundhound
I hear auto tuning today, and I laugh at how they use it on those
that can't sing, in fact couldn't carry a note around the corner...
I have to use my guitar because I know I can't sing anymore but
they never could sing and use a tuner... What a joke...
Glad you enjoyed the track Man...
Peace...TG.
on the lost land of peace by ElenaSatine
thank you much much for this comment .
i don't know much about mix,so it will be a heavenly gift
if you can help me about this .
I know you can correct my mix and I'll be honoured .
a big thank to you again .
Elena :)
on loneliness by AMILAD
on Exorcist Theme - Ether Blu Cover by EtherBlu
Thanks again for giving it a listen and all the kind words. Yes there is a high possibility people not mite remember the theme, I did this for a very simple reason, My Rendition! And Yes, LOTR Score is Epic... Just love everything about the movie. Try something out if your heart says brother. Thanks again.
-EB
on Marzipan by amaTheArtist
on soothing sea - part 2 mark jeffries 2015 remix by larrywiggles1
like us all I suppose I just seem to be juggling time lately, so I haven't been as active on looperman as I would have liked to have been, but I have been going through some of my earlier stuff and remixing some of it, as well as working on new tracks which I am hoping to get out soon. this one was a big test and I really am so pleased you liked it, it does mean an awful lot, hope all is well with you and speak again soon
Take care Ed and my very best wishes.
Mark