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Posted By: Torrey Bliss SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/16/17 12:13 AM
https://youtu.be/_dHFS19-4fs
https://soundcloud.com/torrey-bliss/spokes-in-a-wheel

This is a song I wrote in 2005 but just now got it put together. It's about helping others. I was reminded by a person at my church one day that we are like spokes in a wheel , which help carry the load. When some of the spokes are missing it makes it more of a burden for the rest. I thought, that needs to be a song. So here it is. I truly hope it's a blessing to someone. Thanks for listening and please comment. Lyrics are in the YouTube video. Torrey.

BIAB
Piano 2763 Acoustic Rhythm Country Blues RockMike EV 110
Piano 1275 Acoustic Rhythm Pop Uplift Held EV 16
Me
Vocals
Guitars
Bass
Synth
Third Party
Drums (As a side note-I prefer the sound of the RealDrums, I don't think there's a better sound out there. But I had to use these on this track to fit the many pushes in the track.)
Posted By: Robertkc Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/16/17 02:20 PM
Torrey,

A very good punchy sound to this.
Your vocals sound fine to me and the song really showcases your guitar playing ( love that intro!)
The bridge adds a nice touch of pop sophistication.

Robert
Posted By: floyd jane Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/16/17 04:04 PM
Torrey,

Good song. The tracks are outstanding! Those pushed are done really well.

It rocks. The guitar work is terrific.

Vocals are good, too. But there is something about them that seem a bit too out-front. I think they should "sit in the mix" more...

fj
Posted By: RnAM Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/16/17 06:41 PM
Torrey, this sure is something else. Different from you usual songs I think.
But it sure rocks. Very nice vocals, and I agree with Floyd they could be a little bit more 'in' the mix.
But that's a small nit ;-)
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/16/17 06:59 PM
Thanks Robert, I always appreciate your comments. T
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/16/17 07:02 PM
Thanks Floyd for your comments. I actually worked on the volume levels on vocals and re-uploaded. I cleaned them up a bit and was able to lower them some. Maybe not enough. I had more trouble getting this one right compared to other songs I've done. T
Posted By: animarorecords Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/17/17 04:24 AM
Hello, Torrey

Great Rock song!
British sound.
Your vocals and lead guitar are so nice.
As you said, I also think MIDI Drums or something else are better choice if there are many pushes in the track.
Enjoyed my listen a lot.

Best regards.

Shigeki Adachi
Posted By: rsdean Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/17/17 06:11 AM
Torrey,

Very nice! Great vocal and outstanding tracks. Love the mix as well.

Bob
Posted By: Charlie Fogle Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/17/17 09:08 AM
Good song and a great message. Enjoyed listening and tapping my foot along with you this morning.

Charlie
Posted By: 44kfl Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/17/17 11:47 AM
The intro sounded kinda Rolling Stones
cool loose groove - love it
I really like the overall feel and sound
Good write!
nice arrangement too
you bring a professional quality to this and all
your songs and I always enjoy listening

Kenny
Posted By: David Snyder Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/17/17 12:06 PM
Torrey,

Amen Brother! Way to go. Love the song and the message.

By the way, Little Jimmy Waits told me to tell you he listened to this song and it cheered him up some.

smile
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/17/17 06:56 PM
Rob, thanks for the kind comments. Appreciate it. T
Posted By: tommyad Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/17/17 09:02 PM
Torrey, I especially enjoyed the guitar work and the arrangement. Good vocals and write as well. Tom
Posted By: Yorkshireknight Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/18/17 06:33 AM
You have a great vocal range Torrey and I think your melody lines come natural to you. I loved this song and also the message behing it.
Well done Torrey on another great arrangement.

Paul
Posted By: PeterF Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/18/17 08:19 AM
Torrey
I agree with Tom great guitar lines and arrangement.
A top quality overall production.

Peter
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/18/17 05:07 PM
Shigeki, Thanks for the comments. I always appreciate them! Torrey.
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/19/17 09:46 PM
Thanks Bob for those kind words I appreciate it! Torrey
Posted By: Scott C Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/20/17 11:36 AM
Excellent tune Torrey. Super guitar intro and loved the vocal
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/21/17 06:45 AM
Thanks for listening and commenting Charlie. I appreciate it . Torrey
Posted By: Janice & Bud Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/21/17 10:22 AM
Originally Posted By: Robertkc
Torrey,

A very good punchy sound to this.
Your vocals sound fine to me and the song really showcases your guitar playing ( love that intro!)
The bridge adds a nice touch of pop sophistication.

Robert


Exactly...

Enjoyed the lyric video also.

Nice!

J&B
Posted By: Will B - PG Music Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/21/17 06:52 PM
This song hasn't aged a day since 2005, Torrey! I love that chorus -- great drum fills, and the way your voice climbs is perfect. Awesome job!
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/21/17 07:22 PM
Thanks Kenny, I truly appreciate your kind words. T
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/22/17 06:49 PM
Thanks David. Glad I was able to help cheer up little Jimmy.
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/23/17 07:39 AM
Thanks to Tom, Paul, Peter, Scott, J&B and Will for taking the time to listen and comment on my song. I appreciate it! Torrey
Posted By: Greg Johnson Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/23/17 03:18 PM
Great song, great energy, great message, AND great delivery!! Love the guitar riffs! A great shot of positivity!! Take care. Greg
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/23/17 09:31 PM
Hey thanks Greg! Always appreciate your comments.
Posted By: gruverider Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/24/17 06:06 PM
I just love your guitar work here.

Great message and song.
Posted By: Sergio Guarneri Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/24/17 06:48 PM

Nice one, very pleasant listening.

Congratulations for playing all those instruments.

Sergio
Posted By: bluage Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/26/17 06:02 PM
"Torrey Bliss"...

"We are all a part of God's family
And I need you as much as you need me..."


Boy, would I ever love to blast this out of my speakers as I cruise down the highway! Bet I'd get a whole bunch of approving honks and "beep-beeps" from my brothers and sisters on the road!

"Torrey", anyone who would devote the time required to turn out a musical production with such a spiritually bonding and unifying message, and at the level of energy that your musicianship indicates, surely must be making a big difference in this wild -- and sometimes wobbly -- world.

I like the way the song explodes into being and drives hard until the change in tempo at around the 2:45 mark, and then revs-up again around 3:20. That short cessation of sound and rhythm is like a small benediction that allows the listener(s) to revel quietly in the peaceable thoughts that your lyrics inspire.

Of course, the title says it all, but the music surely helps!

Thanks for passing the goodwill on to us, Mr. Bliss!

Sincerely,

LOREN (a.k.a. "bluage")
Posted By: dani48 Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/26/17 06:47 PM
Hi, Torrey !


I love everything about
this production, the tune,
vocals,your superb playing
and mix !

Well done Allthrough !

Cheers
Dani
Posted By: Steve Young Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/26/17 08:03 PM
Torrey,

Great song, and great message! As has been stated, your guitar work is excellent. I agree the pushes really work. And your vocals are excellent, as usual!

Steve
Posted By: Muzic Trax Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/26/17 08:39 PM
Fantastic production all around.
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/26/17 08:54 PM
gruverider, thanks so much for taking time to listen and comment on "Spokes In A Wheel". I appreciate it. T
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/26/17 08:55 PM
Sergio, thanks for your kind words about "Spokes In A Wheel" . I appreciate it. T
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/26/17 08:58 PM
bluage, I can't thank you enough for your wonderful words on "Spokes In A Wheel". Thanks for listening and commenting. I appreciate it. T
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/27/17 11:51 AM
Thanks Steve for your encouraging and positive words about my song. T
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/28/17 07:43 AM
Thanks Muzic Trax for the kind words about "Spokes In A Wheel" I appreciate it. T
Posted By: BlueAttitude Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/28/17 08:24 AM
Good song! Nice write and love your vocal!
Great playing on this, love that little repeating guitar figure and the use of double stops. Nice change at 2:52, didn't see that coming but works well. Enjoyed the listen!
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: SPOKES IN A WHEEL - 03/28/17 07:42 PM
BlueAttitude, thanks so much for the kind words about "Spokes In A Wheel" I appreciate it. T
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