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rsdean #779684 10/22/23 03:48 AM
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Originally Posted by rsdean
Tom,

Love this... You have a great track here. The song, production and your performance are wonderful.

A new favorite.

Bob
Thanks Bob. I appreciate your kind words, Tom

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Originally Posted by MarioD
Tommy comes back with a killer song!
This is top shelf all the way.
Outstanding guitar licks.
Great backing tracks and mix.
This is something John Prine would sing and I say that as a big compliment.
Mario, Thank you for the very thoughtful review. Tom

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Originally Posted by rayc
Fabulous song but I REALLY didn't like the reverb/delay/spring slap part of the intro guitar.
It made more sense when the snare joined it but I'm still not a fan.
Ray thanks for liking the song. The delay on the slap was an attempt to accentuate the beat. Maybe it didn’t work as well as I intended but I like it, Tom

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You meet such interesting people in your travels and then write songs that distill the essence of their stories into fine gems. This song is no exception. Janice said she is always reminded of Travels with Charley by Steinbeck. smile

We love the arrangement too and your voice just gets richer in timbre.
Excellent instrumental performances … of course.

Great production to present all of the above.

Welcome back Tom!

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Originally Posted by Guitarhacker
I like it. And I like how you grab things from your journeys and incorporate them into your writing.

My favorite of your is still Waterline. I have to drop in to your site periodically and have a listen to that one.
Herb, thanks for checking in. There’s a lot of material out there on the road. It makes it easy to write, Tom

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Originally Posted by firesong
Tom...interesting story to inspire this one...super track and production...love the vocals (especially when you add the harmonies)...very clever lyrics delivered superbly! cool song (as always)
Thank you very much for taking the time to listen and comment. I appreciate it, Tom

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Originally Posted by camog
Hi Tom, I very much like what you've done on this track - well done, nice balance all round and good production!!

Cheers from the UK, Carl
Thanks Carl, Tom

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Originally Posted by Al-David
Hi Tom ...

What a terrific, cool song! I'm on listen #2 as I type this. Love the simplicity of the arrangement. Simplicity isn't all that easy if you're looking for a full sound. Yet you pull it off so perfectly.
welcome back, and thanks for giving us this treat.

Take care,

Alan
Hello Alan. I hope all is well with you. Thanks for another great review, Tom

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Beautiful in every way. I love the song and the lyrics, the spare yet full arrangement and especially your vocals.
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Tom

Always love your work and this is quality all the way.

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Originally Posted by vicarn
Lovely understated lyrics. Wonderful song, Tom.
My only sugg would be to try and downplay the first chorus a tad by leaving out something so as to build to the final choruses.
It may not work though. confused

Vic
Thanks for stopping by Vic. I appreciate it,Tom

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I was entertained by the story behind the song.

Your vocal is exceptional. I don't know which instruments in the mix are you, but the whole ensemble, in addition to the melody and vocal, drive the song.

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Originally Posted by dcuny
Interesting story, amazingly good song.

Excellent vocals, guitar, lyrics, mix, melody, and a chorus that nails the part.

Wow. laugh
Thank you David for the kind words and your continued support,Tom

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Originally Posted by Janice & Bud
You meet such interesting people in your travels and then write songs that distill the essence of their stories into fine gems. This song is no exception. Janice said she is always reminded of Travels with Charley by Steinbeck. smile

We love the arrangement too and your voice just gets richer in timbre.
Excellent instrumental performances … of course.

Great production to present all of the above.

Welcome back Tom!

J&B
J&B, I sure do appreciate the wonderful review,Tom

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Originally Posted by B.D.Thomas
Beautiful in every way. I love the song and the lyrics, the spare yet full arrangement and especially your vocals.
This is the real stuff!
BDT, Thanks so much for the fine review. Tom

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Awesome tune Tom. Lovely vocal and lyric. Guitars were excellent. Super production. Really good to hear from you..


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Absolutely superb. Deceptively "simply done". So catchy. Bravo.

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I love this song, Tom! The vibe and production is awesome to say the least. I agree, it is a confusing life story the guy you met had, however, you did a great job making it universal with your lyrics. Great job!!

Dewey

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Tom,
What style did you use for this song?

Dewey

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Tom

Always love your work and this is quality all the way.

Peter
Thanks Peter!

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