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Marty the Frog #634288 01/04/21 12:51 AM User Showcase
Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 420 G Gary Weder OP Journeyman
OP Gary Weder Journeyman G Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 420	Please come on a journey with Marty and his friends. I heard a news bulletin on the radio about a rich high powered developer trying to evict people from their modest homes to build a multi story souless concrete high rise and how the residents fought back. At that very moment a cute little green frog jumped by my window and bingo , an idea for a song was born. Lyrics Marty the frog sat high on his log hoping for a lttle more rain next thing you know he got attacked by a crow his garden will never be the same. he knew he must find for his own peace of mind a new garden that will give him shelter so he put on his shoes , he had nothing to lose , off he hopped to helter skelter make it better - when your' down on your luck make it better - always look up make it better - you got something to say make it better - put the bad times away just down the road the ugly old toad said Marty where are you're going.? I'm off to the farm before they do me more harm back there the danger is growing a cute little cat and a desperate dog , wanted to join up with Marty in the jungle that day they had wanted to play. but the. rats came to spoil the party make it better - when your' down on your luck make it better - always look up make it better - you got something to say make it better - put the bad times away (Marty hears voices in his head and has a change of heart) But then Marty stopped at the end of the track , he did not want to be relocated A frog and a dog and a cute lttle cat said they would not be intimidated Thats where we bled and our fortunes are spread together we can slay the giant the rats and the crow we will soon overthrow Marty and his friends were defiant Marty could jump and the cat did scratch the dog began to rip them to pieces the rats and the crow had nowhere to go and soon they were defeated and to celebrate their victory Marty sang his treasured fable The cat and the dog and that brave little frog sang their hearts out around the table make it better - when your' down on your luck make it better - always look up make it better - you got something to say make it better - put the bad times away ------------------------------------------- The band this time consists entirely of my own User Tracks . I was frustrated because I wanted to do a 6/4 gospel style song (next project) but no RT's exist so I decided to learn how to make my own. So this song is a bit of an experiment. Thus far I have discovered that user tracks are great for harmonies.

Re: Marty the Frog Gary Weder #634328 01/04/21 06:02 AM User Showcase
Joined: Aug 2012 Posts: 11,808 Florida floyd jane Veteran
floyd jane Veteran Joined: Aug 2012 Posts: 11,808 Florida	Gary, Well done. This has the feel/sound of a Beatles "fun" song (Octopus' Garden or Yellow Submarine). Maybe something Ringo would sing... Good vocals. Harmonies work nicely. Good mix. Cool. fj 150+ Songs produced using BIAB RealTracks And 50 more... and some more...

Re: Marty the Frog Gary Weder #634346 01/04/21 07:02 AM User Showcase
Joined: Jan 2020 Posts: 1,749 Illinois CaptainMoto Expert
CaptainMoto Expert Joined: Jan 2020 Posts: 1,749 Illinois	That was great! Loved it. A refreshing sound. moto An Old Man Make'n Music https://sites.google.com/view/captainmoto-com/home?authuser=0

Re: Marty the Frog Gary Weder #634398 01/04/21 11:23 AM User Showcase
Joined: Mar 2018 Posts: 5,824 Rustyspoon# Veteran
Rustyspoon# Veteran Joined: Mar 2018 Posts: 5,824	Sad conception origin, but came out a very fun tune. Gary, a very good composition and performance. Excellent story telling. Liked it! Thank you for sharing. Misha.

Re: Marty the Frog Gary Weder #634409 01/04/21 12:27 PM User Showcase
Joined: Feb 2010 Posts: 2,145 Maryland TuneMonger Veteran
TuneMonger Veteran Joined: Feb 2010 Posts: 2,145 Maryland	Whimsical song with quite a plot to it. Nicely performed, I enjoyed it. Windows 10, Intel Core I5 10400, 16 gig ram, Scarlett 6i6, Komplete keyboard, Sony Acid Music Studio 11, BIAB 2020 UltraPlus Pak

Re: Marty the Frog floyd jane #634427 01/04/21 01:24 PM User Showcase
Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 420 G Gary Weder OP Journeyman
OP Gary Weder Journeyman G Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 420	A highly valued thanks Floyd. I usually struggle for days,weeks,years with lyrics but this story just poured out in ten minutes ! Wierd. Wishing you a great 2021 and I am eagerly awaiting your wonderful new song creations. Respect. Gary.

Re: Marty the Frog CaptainMoto #634428 01/04/21 01:33 PM User Showcase
Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 420 G Gary Weder OP Journeyman
OP Gary Weder Journeyman G Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 420	Thankyou Cap'n. I'm still tripping on the "Starship Moto" enjoying your current song Happy songwriting (and life in general) in 2021. Gary.

Re: Marty the Frog Rustyspoon# #634430 01/04/21 01:47 PM User Showcase
Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 420 G Gary Weder OP Journeyman
OP Gary Weder Journeyman G Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 420	Thank you Misha. I am very much inspired by your artistic and unique creations which often lead the way in thinking "out of the box". Hoping your inventive , fertile imagination soars in 2021. cheers. Gary.

Re: Marty the Frog TuneMonger #634432 01/04/21 02:04 PM User Showcase
Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 420 G Gary Weder OP Journeyman
OP Gary Weder Journeyman G Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 420	Thankyou TM. I always remember you once said how important lyrics are and ever since I have been trying to improve but it's still a hard slog. Thankyou for listening , commenting and the joy of your music. Hope 2021 is a fertile song hunting ground for you. cheers Gary.

Re: Marty the Frog Gary Weder #634445 01/04/21 02:50 PM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 21,057 Hamlin NY MarioD Veteran
MarioD Veteran Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 21,057 Hamlin NY	As soon as I heard the intro you had me hooked. Loved the Beatles' influence. The mix is spot on and your vocal is outstanding. The lyrics are fantastic. You knocked this one out of the park! You know you're getting old when a recliner and a heating pad is your idea of a hot date! 64 bit Win 10 Pro, the latest BiaB/RB, Roland Octa-Capture audio interface, a ton of software/hardware

Re: Marty the Frog Gary Weder #634526 01/05/21 02:50 AM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2010 Posts: 1,520 Charlotte, NC Tano Music Expert
Tano Music Expert Joined: Dec 2010 Posts: 1,520 Charlotte, NC	Gary..I agree with my forum friends on all points...in addition, I think that when you have a story song, particularly one that is long-ish like this one, you want to walk a middle ground between not distracting from the story with overpowering arrangement, but also not making the arrangement boring! I think you’ve done this really well, building the arrangement from bare and simple at the beginning to more rich and dense as you drove to that final rich chord. Well done!

Re: Marty the Frog MarioD #634651 01/05/21 06:53 PM User Showcase
Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 420 G Gary Weder OP Journeyman
OP Gary Weder Journeyman G Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 420	Thank you so much for your lovely words Mario. May your muse continue to gift us with your amazing music in 2021. regards Gary.

Re: Marty the Frog Tano Music #634652 01/05/21 07:03 PM User Showcase
Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 420 G Gary Weder OP Journeyman
OP Gary Weder Journeyman G Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 420	Thank you Tano .Yourself being such a fine storyteller , I was very humbled to read your words. Wishing you a happy and productive 2021. regards Gary.

Re: Marty the Frog Gary Weder #634843 01/07/21 02:11 AM User Showcase
Joined: Apr 2016 Posts: 6,329 Cooran Queensland Australia rayc Veteran
rayc Veteran Joined: Apr 2016 Posts: 6,329 Cooran Queensland Australia	The chorus is cool - the 1st verse was a little naked and the vocal a little loud... sibilant sounds and plosives could use a little treatment. Good message, good story & good song. Cheers rayc "What's so funny about peace, love & understanding?" - N.Lowe

Re: Marty the Frog rayc #634940 01/07/21 01:30 PM User Showcase
Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 420 G Gary Weder OP Journeyman
OP Gary Weder Journeyman G Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 420	Thanks Ray. Forrest/Trees syndrome sets in after what seems a gazillion post production sessions and an independant opinion from your savvy studio trained ears is always very welcome. This song will soon slide into the abyss of cyber obscurity but I always take note and learn from your valued critiques going forward. Once again thank you for your kind words and taking the trouble to listen and comment. cheers Gary.

Re: Marty the Frog Gary Weder #635189 01/08/21 01:35 PM User Showcase
Joined: Jul 2015 Posts: 5,291 United States Torrey Bliss Veteran
Torrey Bliss Veteran Joined: Jul 2015 Posts: 5,291 United States	This sounds great Gary! I like the little background stuff going on that almost goes unnoticed by really add to the tune! Great lyrics and your vocal is excellent! Thanks, T

Re: Marty the Frog Torrey Bliss #635471 01/10/21 01:37 AM User Showcase
Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 420 G Gary Weder OP Journeyman
OP Gary Weder Journeyman G Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 420	A belated and humble thankyou Torrey. I just noticed your new song so I'm off to have a listen. cheers Gary.

Re: Marty the Frog Gary Weder #635622 01/10/21 01:48 PM User Showcase
Joined: Sep 2018 Posts: 2,773 Virginia USA Ezekiel's Storm Veteran
Ezekiel's Storm Veteran Joined: Sep 2018 Posts: 2,773 Virginia USA	The chorus is a standout: It clicks. Instrumentation is perfect. Vocal harmony is rich. The whole arrangement has momentum. Jolly good!

Re: Marty the Frog Gary Weder #635737 01/11/21 06:35 AM User Showcase
Joined: Nov 2006 Posts: 3,792 Finland jannesan Veteran
jannesan Veteran Joined: Nov 2006 Posts: 3,792 Finland	Nice backstory turned into a cute fable. Very good catchy chorus, I enjoyed the vocals and harmonies. Very rich arrangement with nicely growing dynamics. Janne Hear My Music: Soundcloud YouTube

Re: Marty the Frog Ezekiel's Storm #635905 01/12/21 12:52 AM User Showcase
Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 420 G Gary Weder OP Journeyman
OP Gary Weder Journeyman G Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 420	Coming from one of the most inspirational artiiste on this forum , I am very humbled and grateful for your kind words Ezekiel. I am looking forward to enjoying your creativity in 2021. cheers Gary.

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