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Electric Eclectic

Something a bit different from my last outing---a high energy rocker (well, with as much energy as a man in his 60s can muster). I apologize in advance for the warbling assault on your ears. I think the fiddle is a tad loud in the second verse, but I can adjust that later.

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Why do today what I won’t do tomorrow
Cause I don’t know where I’ll be
Anyone can see what’s hanging on my clothesline
I don’t care as long as you’re hanging with me

You say I’m silly, a willy, a low-land hillbilly
You say I’m adorable
I’m a sinner, a winner, an intellect beginner
But I’ll never be a deplorable

When I see a man just sitting on the sidewalk
I say, Brother, let’s talk man to man
Everyone near or far is my neighbor
Brother, I’m gonna help you the best that I can

You say I’m silly, a willy, a low-land hillbilly
You say I’m adorable
I’m a monkey, sugar junkie, a small-town flunky
But I’ll never be a deplorable

You say I’m silly, a willy, a low-land hillbilly
You say I’m adorable
I’m electric, eclectic, calmly apoplectic
But I’ll never be a deplorable

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from one rocker to another...
OH BLINKING YES TIMES a million.
Love the high vocs...ear candy.
KICKS A**..

just an idea...to make it blinkin perfect...and others might disagree...but...
the lead intro gtr and parts sound a tad synthetic maybe ?
but dont change the groovy backing rhythm gtrs.


maybe im wrong but maybe try a different lead sound picture ?
Imho could be a massive hit...seriously....fantastic hooks.
im dancing round the blinking room...
totally cranks me up...SINCERELY...!!!

super wowser...wont be able to sleep tonight cos of this ear candy...gonna play along to it with my gtr.
huge massive kudos...its sooo special....please dont underestimate it.
i can see a whole stadium of rockers getting off on if.
its that special....should be on every blinkin rock radio station.
already listened many times...great chorus...total hookey imho.
great vocal ending...phenomenal song.
did i say i love it?..lol.
your a big talent imhoi.

imho in songwriting classes in music schools this song should be used as a lesson re writing a commercial rock song hit.

ps...just an idea in the vocal choruses if you have access to great backing female vocs...singing along with you in chorus ??
would just add that very special joie de vivre hit sauce ??.and take it over the top ??
to other listeners...listen over good head phones and rock your world.

happiness....and great respect.

om

Last edited by justanoldmuso; 06/11/25 05:42 PM.

my songs....mixed for good earbuds...(fyi..my vocs on all songs..)
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Scott,

Wow! That is an outstanding song with an amazing vocal. Love the ending!

Excellent selection of instruments and a big punchy mix.

AWESOME!

Bob

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Hi Scott!
Warning! - Superlatives in use ahead!

This is absolutely, fantastically awesome! Such power and force in the song fully supported by the same in your vocal delivery, with a splash of vocal harmony here and there. This song is why most amp's volume dial goes to 11 (or should) - for songs like this. I loved the closing falsetto!

Never thought I'd hear a song containing the word 'apoplectic', so initially, I was discombobulated!

Great song!
Andrew D


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"a high energy rocker" raised my expectations and the song fullfilled exceeded them. Your voice reaches even Deep Purple levels, excellent work! Enjoyed your rhyming like in "electric, eclectic, calmly apoplectic" - I had to use dictionary for their meaning to appreciate your lyrical skills, contrariety and musical hanging, genious! The band is heavily great. You have really let loose and it pays off, your creative juice is splattering around smile

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David Bowie is back.
Your song could have come from him in so many ways.
Really, really good.
And, of course, I'm completely in love with your lyrics and rhyme scheme.
Refreshingly different!

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Like the vocals and the old school rock n roll vibe!

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Yowza! Cool rockin' tune with a peppy stereo image and slyly fun lyrics. Amazing pipes, too! I really admire your ability to get a fully formed tune laid out in well under 3:00. Definitely left me wanting more.

Now I'm waving my lighter slowly in the air waiting for the encore...


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Originally Posted by justanoldmuso
from one rocker to another...
OH BLINKING YES TIMES a million.
Love the high vocs...ear candy.
KICKS A**..

just an idea...to make it blinkin perfect...and others might disagree...but...
the lead intro gtr and parts sound a tad synthetic maybe ?
but dont change the groovy backing rhythm gtrs.


maybe im wrong but maybe try a different lead sound picture ?
Imho could be a massive hit...seriously....fantastic hooks.
im dancing round the blinking room...
totally cranks me up...SINCERELY...!!!

super wowser...wont be able to sleep tonight cos of this ear candy...gonna play along to it with my gtr.
huge massive kudos...its sooo special....please dont underestimate it.
i can see a whole stadium of rockers getting off on if.
its that special....should be on every blinkin rock radio station.
already listened many times...great chorus...total hookey imho.
great vocal ending...phenomenal song.
did i say i love it?..lol.
your a big talent imhoi.

imho in songwriting classes in music schools this song should be used as a lesson re writing a commercial rock song hit.

ps...just an idea in the vocal choruses if you have access to great backing female vocs...singing along with you in chorus ??
would just add that very special joie de vivre hit sauce ??.and take it over the top ??
to other listeners...listen over good head phones and rock your world.

happiness....and great respect.

om
But do you like it? :-) Thanks, OM! I appreciate the feedback and t he suggestions.

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Originally Posted by rsdean
Scott,

Wow! That is an outstanding song with an amazing vocal. Love the ending!

Excellent selection of instruments and a big punchy mix.

AWESOME!

Bob
Thanks, Bob. I wasn't sure about the ending, but that's good to hear.

Originally Posted by Andrew Dee
Hi Scott!
Warning! - Superlatives in use ahead!

This is absolutely, fantastically awesome! Such power and force in the song fully supported by the same in your vocal delivery, with a splash of vocal harmony here and there. This song is why most amp's volume dial goes to 11 (or should) - for songs like this. I loved the closing falsetto!

Never thought I'd hear a song containing the word 'apoplectic', so initially, I was discombobulated!

Great song!
Andrew D
Thanks so much, Andrew.

Originally Posted by jannesan
"a high energy rocker" raised my expectations and the song fullfilled exceeded them. Your voice reaches even Deep Purple levels, excellent work! Enjoyed your rhyming like in "electric, eclectic, calmly apoplectic" - I had to use dictionary for their meaning to appreciate your lyrical skills, contrariety and musical hanging, genious! The band is heavily great. You have really let loose and it pays off, your creative juice is splattering around smile

Janne
Janne, thanks. I did have Ian Gillan in mind when I sang the high parts.

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Nice one. I like this. The vocals immediately reminded me of Axl Rose.... but better.

A couple of things to ponder. (my opinion) The vocals were a bit too upfront for the genre. You could have used more BASS for a bigger bottom end. The lead guitar sounded like a synth in a few places.

All things considered, good job. My nits are probably more a personal preference than a deficit in the music or the mix.


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Wowza Scott

"warbling assault" – I'd call it a spirited sonic sermon delivered with the fervor of a rock 'n' roll evangelist. 🤩
The lyrics are witty, the sentiment is genuinely heartwarming, and the delivery is utterly disarming in the best possible way 👌
And that high-energy rocker vibe? It's infectious! You can practically hear the Wrecking Crew sweating it out in the studio, desperately trying to keep up with your boundless enthusiasm. 👋 🤔
"Electric Eclectic" is a joyful explosion of musical mayhem, delivered with a wink and a smile. I say, crank it up, embrace the chaos, and get ready to feel... well, electrically eclectic! ⋆⋆✮♪♫🎧♫♪✮⋆⋆
Loved it ! (。♥‿♥。)

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Scott.

fyi...my wife is a very very tough evaluator of songs...
and hates lots of stuff...
but she was really into the song and its 'kudos' from her too.
she says you have a winning song.

happiness

om


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Scott, this is an outstanding rocker
For a man in his 60's you can still rock with the best
Sounds fantastic
Loved it


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SMASHING!! As a card-acarrying procrastinator I love these opening lines: "Why do today what I won’t do tomorrow Cause I don’t know where I’ll be" Man, what a strong vocal matching the strength of that soaring guitar. Scott, you were one of my favorite vocalists going back to when I thought your name was Ezekial. WHat a treat!!


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Originally Posted by B.D.Thomas
David Bowie is back.
Your song could have come from him in so many ways.
Really, really good.
And, of course, I'm completely in love with your lyrics and rhyme scheme.
Refreshingly different!
Thanks, Brian.

Originally Posted by Alexander Paul
Like the vocals and the old school rock n roll vibe!
Thanks so much, Alexander.

Originally Posted by DC Ron
Yowza! Cool rockin' tune with a peppy stereo image and slyly fun lyrics. Amazing pipes, too! I really admire your ability to get a fully formed tune laid out in well under 3:00. Definitely left me wanting more.

Now I'm waving my lighter slowly in the air waiting for the encore...
Ron: Very few of my songs go under 3 minutes. I am always amazed at how the Beatles were able to do it. Thanks.

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Brilliant rocker! Great guitars and vocals. Really enjoyed it.


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