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tommyad #411949 05/13/17 03:21 AM
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Originally Posted By: tommyad
In this song there are 228 separate loops cut, spliced and sewn back together again. There are portions of 5 real tracks and my acoustic and electric guitars and 3 tracks of vocals. There are 44 separate plug-ins for processing. The loops are Multitrack Drums, Bass, Banjo and Guitar. They are from various sources, the majority are from Big Fish Audio. I have loops from Logic Pro X, Garageband, Drums on Demand, Loopmasters, Uberschall, Dieguis, EZ Keys, Apple Loops, and so many more that I’m not sure where they came from. ( Thousands ) If something doesn’t work I search around through my library and start plugging them in. Biab works great with these and can really add something special. You have to find a style that matches up closely and write an accurate SGU, then you have an added flexibility to add different sections without any loops at all in them. Bridges, etc. Another tricky thing is to get the sounds to match up EQ wise. If you are using Drums from Biab in a section it needs to sound close to what the loop sounds like. Same with bass and other instruments. It’s just another way to do things. I build the track first and then write to that. I think they call it top line writing. I hope this comes a little closer to answering your question. Tom


Right on! I kind of felt that's what you must being doing but wasn't sure. That shows SUCH a dedication to your craft! I honestly can't thank you enough for you this response. It explains so much of how you are getting your sound AND the amount of work it actually does take to get to that level.

You could write a master class on song production. REALLY well done! smile


Chad (Hope that makes it easier)

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Well, I think the strength of your voice is the real hook.

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Originally Posted By: Noel96
Tom,

Have I used 'superb' when talking about your work? I can't remember and it's the first word that sprang into my mind when the intro kicked in! Everything about this is superb... the writing, the arranging, your singing, playing.... everything!

The sound that you've created is fantastic! To my ears, it's really clean and sharp but not brittle and harsh. Is that the CLA plugin from Waves?

floyd has already mentioned the below lines...

Originally Posted By: Tommyad
sit here by the wood stove throwing memories in the coals

I've been Burned so many times Ash is all I know

... and I agree with him. They are connoisseur lyrics; written by a lyricist who knows how to use words to their maximum. It's such a great extended metaphor!

Ok... I'm going back for another listen now.

All the best,
Noel
Noel, You are always so very thoughtful in your comments. This is no exception. I really appreciate your generous words. Yes, it is the CLA from Waves. Thanks again, Tom

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Well, I think the strength of your voice is the real hook.
Marty, Thanks for stopping by and taking the time to comment. Tom

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Great write! and great song!

Everything sounds perfect in the mix.

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Great write! and great song!

Everything sounds perfect in the mix.
Gruve, Muchas Gracias, Tom

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