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https://on.soundcloud.com/PLFkFThis is a total rework of a song I posted quite some time back but wanted to do it right.i was going for a Chicago/Steely Dan sound with this While I certainly haven't arrived there yet, the message in this song is what I strive for daily! It's about taking the "high road". When I first heard the Motown Funky Triplets Realdrums set a couple of years ago I knew I had to do a song with those and here it is. BIAB has the BEST sounding drums out there IMHO! I'm still working with eq's and mixing but I kind of like what I hear. The vocals in the chorus are at the top of my vocal range. The middle 8 section is as close as you will ever hear me coming close to rap with the vocal delivery! Thanks everyone for having a listen. BIAB Drums – Motown Funky Triplets Me Vocals Guitars Bass Percussion "Harmonica" played on a Yamaha keyboard Pianos and synths (The main piano track was put together in EZ Keys) Love's New Frontier Words and music by Torrey Blissand Ron Helm ©2021 Glass Gate Music BMI I'm leaving dark clouds far behind I'll rise above them all this time When some go low we will go high The road's not crowded there To leave the darkness for the light And find loves new frontier Look for the best in those you know Where they have failed just let it go When some go low we will go high The road's not crowded there To leave the darkness for the light And find loves new frontier
Wanting to fight and criticize and magnify Faults of others You know that it's bringing you down Start on the quest bring out the best Lift the oppressed let hope manifest Then you'll soaring up high[size:26pt][/size] LOVES BNWW FRONTIER 2023 RE-DO LOVES NEW FRONTIER LOVES NEW FRONTIER
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Good job Torrey.
The only bug I have is the ear bashing lead guitar after the first "loves new frontier" line.
Vic
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Torrey..."Loves New Frontier"...first off I love the positive nature of both the lyrics and music...should be philosophy 101 for us all...now the nuts and bolts...intro is cool...that harmonica is crazy good both the sound and the playing (a Stevie Wonder flashback!)...with your guitar and keyboard work it's a fantastic combination...you are the total production package...your harmonies and melodies are so unique and distinct from everyone else and stylistically "Torrey"...way to stretch that vox!...were you a Beatle's fan?...your pop (style) music always reminds me of the great British sound of it's era...so much for the ear to feast on...so it's a big thumbs up from your fan club (the Illinois Chapter at least)...thanks for posting this...keep'em coming! Dan
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Hi Torrey
Cool song
Sounds really great
The background track is full of surprises
I like that
Top vocals and top guitar work
Great made
Many greetings
Andi ;-)
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i was going for a Chicago/Steely Dan sound with this
While I certainly haven't arrived there yet I'm glad you're not there yet, because I like neither Chicago nor Steely Dan, but I like your song  I think you manage the high notes quite well, and both the lyrics and the overall mood of the song convey your message well. Good stuff!
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Torrey,
Awesome Music.
Incredible Production.
(That harmonic DOES sound like Stevie dropped by to help on the session)
Mix sounds good.
A delight to listen to.
Pro.
fj
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Hey Torrey, masterful indeed. I too hear Stevie in the harmonica or maybe Brand New Day by Sting.
But it's the message and your vocals that really livened the room. You have an inspiring, happy voice that makes one want to "go high".
Keep these great songs coming man.
"When some go low, we will go high
The road's not crowded there
To leave the darkness for the light
And find loves new frontier"
https://soundcloud.com/user-646279677BiaB 2024 Windows For me there’s no better place in the band than to have one leg in the harmony world and the other in the percussive. Thank you Paul Tutmarc and Leo Fender.
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Torrey,
"When some go low we will go high
The road's not crowded there"
is sadly true.
The harmonica keyboard certainly bends time and space to Little Stevie, The Goon Show & your song.
I like the way the twin lead comes in after New frontier...level, tone and harmony work for me.
LOVELY top of your range vocals - they give that little extra wow & the Leslie effect plus the whistle there're plenty of "Easter eggs" along the way.
Cheers
rayc
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Hi Torrey,
First of all, man, I'm so happy that you are on the mend and that you are still able to create your wonderful music! You are truly a treasure and we are lucky that you share your music with us here.
I hear both Steely Dan (your chord choices especially during the intro) and Chicago (melody) with this song so you accomplished your goal I think.
Great write! As already noted by Ray and B.T. :
"When some go low, we will go high
The road's not crowded there"
Nice!
Excellent vocal, and as always I love your guitar work. Harp sounds great also, amazing you did that on your keyboard.
Just a wonderful listen, I'm on my third as I type this.
Awesome in every way!
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[quote=vicarn]Good job Torrey.
The only bug I have is the ear bashing lead guitar after the first "loves new frontier" line.
Vic
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Thanks for having a listen!I felt the guitar part mentioned fit the flow of the tune and my vision for it! T
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Torrey great job as all have mentioned. My only nit was that I couldn't quite make out what you were saying just before the break at about 1:40 or so, but that's probably just me. Once again the production and the message are fantastic. A great feel good song. I really like all the different sounds you pop in there and the way you worked the stereo effect on the piano at about 2:12, man I wanna learn how to do that! Terrific Torrey,
Brad
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Boy the drums and bass really lock in the groove of the song. Vocals and harmonies were excellent. Guitar work was awesome as well.
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Hey Torrey....
This is good write.
Good lyrics and song structure.
Cool, upbeat instrumentation.
I like it!
Carry on...
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Truly Awesome Torrey. Man, your range actually has a limit? This is a wonderfully enjoyable song with so much going on -=-and yet you mastered the mix. All of your lyrics are so engaging, but this couplet really stands out: "When some go low we will go high. The road's not crowded there." I'll look for ya there --maybe hitch a ride. I like what Floyd said about the harmonica --and you even managed to add a few bended notes. Very impressive. Those drums really drive the song, and I love that bass. Everything you add seems so essential and so professional.
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Really cool man! Yeah, really brings back the memories--those 80s and that Chicago sound! Great job!
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Hi Torrey,
You said this was a remix of an old(er) song of yours. but when I heard it, I felt sure I've heard it before. Somewhere in between 2016 to now.
Can that be? I think I remember your songs or, what looks like your songs, because I like those melodies a lot.
The way your songs are build up is very good.
And your vocals are very strong and can go hiiiiiiigh, man, so very high!
I used to sing with high vocals too when I was much younger than today, but all my songs from that time can't be sing by my again.
And you still can!!!
Great song and great sound,
Hans
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Torrey..."Loves New Frontier"...first off I love the positive nature of both the lyrics and music...should be philosophy 101 for us all...now the nuts and bolts...intro is cool...that harmonica is crazy good both the sound and the playing (a Stevie Wonder flashback!)...with your guitar and keyboard work it's a fantastic combination...you are the total production package...your harmonies and melodies are so unique and distinct from everyone else and stylistically "Torrey"...way to stretch that vox!...were you a Beatle's fan?...your pop (style) music always reminds me of the great British sound of it's era...so much for the ear to feast on...so it's a big thumbs up from your fan club (the Illinois Chapter at least)...thanks for posting this...keep'em coming! Dan Thanks Dan! I was and still am a huge BEATLES FAN! It'S hard not to be influenced by their genius use of melody and chord structure when it comes to writing pop /rock sounding music1. I admittdly tried to get into a McCartney mode when I recorded the bass part! take care, T
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Torrey,
Big Sound!
It sounds great.
All instruments are great, but the harmonica and guitar are especially cool.
Vocals are still the best.
The melody feels like a new frontier for your song.
Enjoyed my listen a lot.
Best regards.
Shigeki Adachi
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I'm with Marty - you can now only hit the high notes, but sound effortless up there!  Very Steely Dan intro, but if you were going for a IGY sound, you zagged instead of zigging and went somewhere much more upbeat then Steely Dan ever did. Peppy, upbeat, pop sunshine in a song. Throwing in various sounds (like the whistle) gave a Beatles sort of feel, but it's Torry all the way. Excellent! 
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Our very best wishes as you continue your recovery journey!
We agree that you nailed the Chicago/Steely Dan vibe and that Stevie Wonder sounding harmonica via keyboard is awesome.
There’s so much good stuff here with those funky drums, all of your performances and the excellent message of the lyric.
Kudos!
J&B
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