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Guitarhacker #818128 07/28/24 03:31 PM
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Hey Herb,
When I first saw 4 guitars and a mando, I thought this will be a muddy mess.
But not so, you produced a great pop song and the mix is crisp and clean.

Great job.


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MarioD #818151 07/29/24 03:18 AM
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Originally Posted by MarioD
Herb, this sounds fantastic
I thought that was a real singer until I reread your post - brilliant work
Loved your guitar tone and chops
Nice stops
Great mix


Thanks Mario. Summed up nicely. I appreciate you taking the time to listen and comment


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David Snyder #818153 07/29/24 03:19 AM
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Originally Posted by David Snyder
Really cool man.

This has a nice groove and modern poppy feel to it.


Thanks David. That's what I was going for. Something universally appealing.


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This is really an enjoyable listen...aka, I really like the vibe! Good use of the hook and the guitar fills and lead are simply awesome! Great job and I appreciate the breakdown chorus as well.

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Originally Posted by WaoBand
Really well produced positive love song. Solaria works really well on the vocals.
Thanks for listening. Yeah, solaria is a good all around female singer. I like working with her


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Originally Posted by BlueAttitude
Hi Herb,

Love the hook! That's something you don't hear that much these days, but really adds to the song.

Guitars overall sound great. Vocal sounds great too, very natural.

Good song!

Thanks for listening. Nothing beats a good hook. That was a cool luck.


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Originally Posted by BabuMusic
WOW, this is a knock-me-off-my-seat-and-get-me-on-my-feet kinda song. I'd love to take a road trip with ya, Herb. This is such a good write. Not sure of the bandmates you fired, but the ones you finally hired are just perfect. Love the lyrics and the melody you made for them. You've really found the magic button on these synths. Guitars are perfect in their response. So well played.

Much appreciated. Thanks for your kind words


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Really great song, lyrics, groove. Synth V vocals sound great very natural, I think a harmony on the chorus would bring it out a bit more. The mix is perfect ... less is definitely more. Great guitar leads throughout. Very Nice !!!


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Nice song, very pro sounding! I liked the way you used the reverb. Very good production.

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Originally Posted by dcuny
Hi, Herb.

Nice pop - as the songs says, "Everything in the groove". Easy on the ears, bops right along.

Everything a pop song needs to be.

Thank you Sir! That's all one hopes for.


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Originally Posted by Ezekiel's Storm
Very catchy chorus---what a hook! Very notable guitar work. You've got a hit in the making. Very enjoyable to listen to.


Thank you. I'm certainly hoping so. Glad you enjoyed it.


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Originally Posted by Bass Thumper
Hey Herb,
When I first saw 4 guitars and a mando, I thought this will be a muddy mess.
But not so, you produced a great pop song and the mix is crisp and clean.

Great job.
Thanks for listening. Envelopes and levels.... Gotta keep it civilized. 😆


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Originally Posted by Dewey_MI
This is really an enjoyable listen...aka, I really like the vibe! Good use of the hook and the guitar fills and lead are simply awesome! Great job and I appreciate the breakdown chorus as well.

Dewey
Thank you for the kind words. It means a lot coming from you.


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Originally Posted by Elliott Kayne
Really great song, lyrics, groove. Synth V vocals sound great very natural, I think a harmony on the chorus would bring it out a bit more. The mix is perfect ... less is definitely more. Great guitar leads throughout. Very Nice !!!


Thanks. I always think about a harmony after I get it finished. Maybe I should make a post-it note to hang on my monitor to remind me.....


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Originally Posted by Brad Williams
Nice song, very pro sounding! I liked the way you used the reverb. Very good production.

Brad
Thanks for listening. I used the Waves Space Rider reverb on the vocals. I was highly impressed with the quality of the reverb it has. Really nice plug.


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Pop? Yeah but not over the top pop smile meaning it's melodic and engaging!

The mix sounds good on the Kalis and those drums are standout.

Hey you sat in most excellently with the BiaB wrecking crew.
Fine tone and chops on those guitar parts.

Nice production all around!

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Herb,

I find more and more that less is more in a mix. A good approach to add then subtract until the mix is clear and resonates. You nailed it in spades on this one. Catchy, with a commercial goodness to it. Outstanding tune! As good as it gets.

Deej

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Originally Posted by Janice & Bud
Pop? Yeah but not over the top pop smile meaning it's melodic and engaging!

The mix sounds good on the Kalis and those drums are standout.

Hey you sat in most excellently with the BiaB wrecking crew.
Fine tone and chops on those guitar parts.

Nice production all around!

J&B

Thanks for coming to the party. I appreciate your comments. It's certainly fun to sit in with the studio band and play.

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Originally Posted by Deej56
Herb,

I find more and more that less is more in a mix. A good approach to add then subtract until the mix is clear and resonates. You nailed it in spades on this one. Catchy, with a commercial goodness to it. Outstanding tune! As good as it gets.

Deej

Thanks Deej. Yes indeed. When one figures that out, that's when things start falling into place. Just because you can add tracks doesn't mean you should. I'm still tweeking this behind the scenes. A few things about it still bug me so....... Thanks for listening.


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