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Two bars in and you know it's another great TA mix. A few more and you know it's another great TA write.
A few more and you know the "we've come to expect" fine TA guitar playing is there.
Kick back until the long cool outro and you know it's yet again the whole package...vocals, playing, RT choice, arrangement and write.
Interestingly Janice mentioned she got a slight Byrds vibe. Upon reflection I heard it too...perhaps the guitar.
I'm a fan of the "two verses, a chorus and I'm outa here" songs. Sometimes that is all it takes and it certainly works for this one. Also the whole concept is just cool. Airports, tarmacs, nameless cities.
Nice Tom.
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Hey Tom, I love this! The 80s ballad is one of my favorite genres, and you nailed it!
I don't know whether you intended this as a story of one fictitious person or as a metaphor for many, I think it works either way.
Lyrics, mix and guitar work are all to my liking, so keep on doing whatever it is that you're doing! Pat, The song was about a real person and also meant as a metaphor. Thanks for the nice review. Tom Very cool tune. This one is to me is sitting more on the rock side. Love this song. Guitars were so cool. Excellent vocal and lyric Tom. This is one of my favorites of yours Well done.... Scott, Thanks for stopping by. I appreciate it. Tom
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As others have pointed out - the mixing/mastering job on this is unreal! It sounds super professional, and I wouldn't flinch if I heard this beside all the top produced songs on the radio. That aside, it's a wonderful tune as well  The perfect level of catchyness, and your guitar work and singing on this are superb. Thanks so much for sharing!
Cheers,
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Hi, Tommy !
I love this tune!:))
Cheers
Dani
Thanks Dani. I am glad you came by, Tom Nice work.
I was really impressed with the guitar work and most especially the tone and fat sound in the chorus.
I may have asked you before but could you indulge me and tell what your guitar signal chain is? I'm curious about the fat crunchy but smooth chorus parts. Is that a single take or doubled or more?
Yeah... another one over the center field fence. Hey Herb, First of all thanks for the nice comments. The guitars whether they are loops, real tracks, or direct live are all run through the Scuffam Amps S-Gear simulator. It is basically two amps one clean and the other dirty to get that fat crunchy tone. The best thing about this plug-in is the responsiveness to pick attack. The harder you dig in the more it distorts just like a real overdriven amp. It is by far the best guitar plug-in I have used. Hope this helps. Tom
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A great song and production. You are so consistent in quality and a master at getting all the details just right. This is another standout for me.
Charlie
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Tom,
Excellent work! I love the vocal, guitar sounds including your guitar play, bouncy rhythm, and everything. I enjoyed the song very much.
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Tom,
Great energy throughout. Terrific guitars from every direction - crisp and thick at the same time. Nice. Tasty riffs. Catchy. Love that opening.
Excellent production and mix. Powerful vocals. A punchy package.
One of those writes that leaves you thinking and filling in your details.
Enjoyed.
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A really good song Tommy.
Like Patt said.. the sound of the 80s!
The guitar playing on this one is particularly excellent!
Rob and Anne-Marie
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Tom, to me this this sounds like hit material! The guitars sound so good and that pre-chorus really grabs you! Sounds excellent as usual for you! Thanks, Torrey
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Hello, Tom
Very catchy and energy!
Continuing beats of the rim shot behind the guitar at the intro are very effective.
Excellent vocals as usual.
Superior in all respects.
Enjoyed my listen a lot.
Best regards.
Shigeki Adachi Thank You Shigeki. I appreciate it. Tom Some much done with two verses and a chorus!!!
The riffs you wrote (intro and pre-chorus) elevate this song far above the norm.
Outstanding song, vocals, and engineering! Glad you liked it Lawrence. Tom
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Tommy,
Tight- in the pocket. Enjoyed my listen.
Regards,
Bob
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Two bars in and you know it's another great TA mix. A few more and you know it's another great TA write.
A few more and you know the "we've come to expect" fine TA guitar playing is there.
Kick back until the long cool outro and you know it's yet again the whole package...vocals, playing, RT choice, arrangement and write.
Interestingly Janice mentioned she got a slight Byrds vibe. Upon reflection I heard it too...perhaps the guitar.
I'm a fan of the "two verses, a chorus and I'm outa here" songs. Sometimes that is all it takes and it certainly works for this one. Also the whole concept is just cool. Airports, tarmacs, nameless cities.
Nice Tom.
J&B
Thank you both for the wonderful review. Your support means a lot to me. Tom As others have pointed out - the mixing/mastering job on this is unreal! It sounds super professional, and I wouldn't flinch if I heard this beside all the top produced songs on the radio. That aside, it's a wonderful tune as well The perfect level of catchyness, and your guitar work and singing on this are superb. Thanks so much for sharing! So glad you liked it. Thanks for stopping by and commenting. Tom
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A great song and production. You are so consistent in quality and a master at getting all the details just right. This is another standout for me.
Charlie Thanks Charlie. Your comments are always greatly appreciated. Tom Tom,
Excellent work! I love the vocal, guitar sounds including your guitar play, bouncy rhythm, and everything. I enjoyed the song very much.
Hiroshi Hiroshi, Thanks for taking the time to listen and comment. Tom
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Tom,
Great energy throughout. Terrific guitars from every direction - crisp and thick at the same time. Nice. Tasty riffs. Catchy. Love that opening.
Excellent production and mix. Powerful vocals. A punchy package.
One of those writes that leaves you thinking and filling in your details.
Enjoyed.
fj
Thanks for coming by for a listen. I always appreciate your comments. Tom A really good song Tommy.
Like Patt said.. the sound of the 80s!
The guitar playing on this one is particularly excellent!
Rob and Anne-Marie RnAM, glad you liked it. Tom Tom, to me this this sounds like hit material! The guitars sound so good and that pre-chorus really grabs you! Sounds excellent as usual for you! Thanks, Torrey Thanks Torrey. Always good to hear from you. Tom
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Tommy,
Tight- in the pocket. Enjoyed my listen.
Regards,
Bob Glad you liked it, Tom
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Tom,
Just as I anticipated, this is great writing, great singing, outstanding arranging and all sewn together with a mix that resonates in the rafters.... I know I've said this many times, but "first class" always springs to mind when I hear you work - it did again tonight.
I hope that all is coming back together for you and your family after the hurricane. I read in Off Topic how you were in about the worst place possible.
All the best,
Noel
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Very nice and great rockin'
Only great songs from you.
Sergio
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WOW!! What a listen Tom!! You are the master guitar groove maker-draws me in within seconds. Great energy, and great vocal on a tricky melody. The theme reminds me of the film Up in The Air with George Clooney. Just some great music and such sweet solo guitar in the outro. Love it!! Take care. Greg
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