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I wrote this song in 1975, new to New York and lonely. I never recorded it till this week, it was too epic and not at all commercial. The vocals are shared with Bob Brigham. BB tracks are drums, bass, 12 string guitar and two muted electric guitars, sorry I can't access the BB notes just now. Looking For a Friend https://soundcloud.com/willrockwell/looking-for-a-friend?utm_source=soundcloud&utm_campaign=share&utm_medium=facebookAmDGC GAmG - piano intro G DC rock intro sequencer intro AmDG I never claimed to be the face CG I'm just a stranger in this place AmD And I can't tell exactly where I've been AmDG The girls all seem to pass me by CG I don't have time to wonder why AmG I just lay back and start again EmCFG Here on the island I'm a face in the crowd EmCFAm With the lines too heavy, the clothes too loud GEmCD And the hoods in the park keep their knives sharp waiting for me EmCFG The loose joint gents eat turkey all day EmCFAm and the 8th street loonie's looking for some change GEmCD Anyone can tell you this ain't the way it should be Interlude AmDG CG Maybe you re waiting for a line, a bit of favor, valentine AmD I cannot tell you what I do not feel AmDG But things I feel I cannot say CG The time too short, can t find the way AmG To let you know the words are real CGDG And I ll go on pushing the cart through the CD Lonely streets of sad New York GDAm I belong, I ve been pushed to the ground for so long CEmG That I ve grown strong AmDG I never saw you raise your eye CG I didn t call, you didn t cry AmD Is this the way that it's supposed to end AmDG I never claimed to be the face CG I'm just a stranger in this place AmG Looking for a friend AmG I'm looking for a friend AmG Looking for a friend
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There's a lot to like with this song. I'm not normally a big fan of long intro's because they don't work most of the time. The intro worked perfectly for this song in my opinion. It was really nice ... and interesting. A nice arrangement on the intro. I think your vocals with the other singer were a good match for the song as well.
This is well written, arranged, performed and produced at every level. I enjoyed listening to this one a lot.
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"And the hoods in the park keep their knives sharp waiting for me"
Cool line....and true or not one often feels that way.
I sense a lot of emotion just below the surface in this song.
There is a lot of tension that draws one in; into this piece of music.
Cool tune!
Cheers,
Billy
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At the time this was written, New York was a pretty dangerous place. I was mugged in Washington Square just weeks before I wrote the song, so the lyrics are quite real. It's very different now, a very nice and safe place to live.
Here's the BB memo for the song:
****** Song Summary *************
Title: Sabrette
File:Sabrette2.SGU
Key=G , Tempo 124, Length (m:s)=5:46
8 bar intro, 168 bar chorus, from bar 9 to bar 176. Repeat x1 chorus
No Melody
No Soloist track.
Song is saved with Volume, Pan, Reverb, Chorus, Bank0,
Song is saved with bar changes for Tempo ,Volume Changes,
Style is _DRVBRIT.STY (Driving BritRock Guitars (85 RS))
RealTracks in style: 1827:Bass, Electric, PopModernGrooveA-B Ev16 075
RealTracks in song: ~1033:Guitar, 12-String Electric, Strumming Ev 120
RealTracks in song: 698:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm ElecRockDirty Ev 120 (A:muted)
RealTracks in song: ~1030:Guitar, 12-String Electric, Fingerpicking Ev 120
RealTracks in song: 648:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm PopRockBritHeavy Ev 120
RealTracks in song: 1007:Piano, Acoustic, Solo-Accompaniment, PopFlowing Ev 120
RealDrums in Song: Grunge^1-a:HiHat, b:Ride
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I like the groove and that dirty guitar playing held chords in my left ear. You playing that?
Epic is right, but considering the backstory it's an epic subject.
much enjoyed!
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Cool song. Has a Pete Townshend feel to it. Written in 1975, that was a pretty common sound for its day. Holds up well. I enjoyed it.
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I like the groove and that dirty guitar playing held chords in my left ear. You playing that?
Epic is right, but considering the backstory it's an epic subject.
much enjoyed! Yes, that's me windmilling on my Strat. Lots of fun playing these extra parts.
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Cool song. Has a Pete Townshend feel to it. Written in 1975, that was a pretty common sound for its day. Holds up well. I enjoyed it.
Steve
Steve, you found the inspiration. At the time I wrote this I was fascinated by Quadrophenia
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Definately shades of the Who and an epic introduction. Very nicely done. I could see the arm twirling at times.
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Yes another one with that retro feeling.
Another great one Will and friend.
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This really evokes the feel of Quadrophenia - but also stands on it's own really well.
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This is a keeper!
I loved that Who intro modulating to a Tangerine Dream synth part - loved it. Keeping that synth part through out the song was genius!
Great vocals, chord structure, lyrics and backing tracks all mixed perfectly!
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Yep, has the WHO written all over it!! Your friend does a nice Daltry to your Townshend. Pete is my favorite musician/songwriter of all time and I believe Quadrophenia is the best Rock album of all time. This is a great tribute!! Enjoyed it a lot. Take care. Greg
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I've transitioned completely to Pro Tools, and did an automated mix of this song. Looking for a Friend is part of a larger themed structure, and this year I'll be working on other songs that are part of the story. https://soundcloud.com/willrockwell/looking-for-a-friend
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Hi ...
This is the first time we've listened to you. We have to echo The Who comments.
What we most enjoyed about this was the various textures you used and how you layered them as each part needed the changes. There's a lot of work put into this production and the rewards are obvious.
Really cool song. This music will stand the test of several generations beyond ours. Hats off for a great job to all concerned!
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Hi ...
This is the first time we've listened to you. We have to echo The Who comments.
What we most enjoyed about this was the various textures you used and how you layered them as each part needed the changes. There's a lot of work put into this production and the rewards are obvious.
Really cool song. This music will stand the test of several generations beyond ours. Hats off for a great job to all concerned!
Alan & Di Thank you, that's very encouraging
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Hi Will.
Bit late to this one - don't know quite how I missed it earlier, but sure glad I found it at last.
Like people have said already, the Who influence is there in bucketfuls.
Lots going on in this track and I can imagine there's been a lot of work involved, but I must say it was all worth it. A massive sound with a good mix and a powerful vocal.
Really liked this one.
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Well, the word "epic" has already been used but
it's so apt I'm gonna bring it up again.
EPIC arrangment and production.
ROG really nailed it: "A massive sound with a good mix
and a powerful vocal."
Enjoyed it.
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Will,
What a great step back in time. I enjoyed the listen. 'Epic' describes the composition, the arrangement and the production very well. It's easy to hear that a great deal of time has gone into this creation. It's definitely one to be proud of.
Thanks for the journey.
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