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When the World Was Real #358316 07/23/16 05:38 PM User Showcase
Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 8,490 North Carolina David Snyder OP Veteran
OP David Snyder Veteran Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 8,490 North Carolina	I think this was the first song I wrote when I was the proud owner of BIAB 2014 Basic and had 32 real tracks. I decided to re-do it with my new setup. https://soundcloud.com/david-snyder-gigs/when-the-world-was-real When the World Was Real David Snyder V1. I miss the 4 track reel to reel I miss that love that we used to feel It was strong as American Steel And brave men weren’t afraid to kneel My lover sang me Let it Be She reminded me Paul’s mother was named Mary My friends knew all the notes to Purple Haze Cause people could really play back in those days CH: Dylan asked me how it feels To be out there on my own Well I really don’t mind that much at all I’ve always been a rolling stone But I miss those days in a million ways It’s exactly how I feel I miss those days baby… I miss those days when the world was real V2. I kind of miss Led Zeppelin 4 The smell of vinyl in a record store Walk in the valley of nevermore Pull on my railroad boots and head right out the door I dream sometimes of that silver girl, and I wonder If she’s still sailing round the world If the bridge over troubled water fell into the sea Then she’s probably left stranded on the shore CH 2: Morrison said break on through Keep going to the other side But we never made it to the promised land I guess we must have missed the ride Well I look around and I’m a stranger babe It’s exactly how I feel I miss the magic baby…of the days When the world was real… Interlude: CH. 3 Dylan asked me how it feels To be out there on my own Well I really don’t mind that much at all I’ve always been a rolling stone But I miss those days in a million ways It’s exactly how I feel I miss those days baby… I miss those days when the world was real when the world was real like a 4 track reel to reel like the love we used to feel strong as American steel when the world was real when the world was real when the world was real All music and lyrics copyright 2014 by David Snyder **** Song Summary *********** Title: When the World Was Real Style is _ATMSPH3.STY (Atmosphere Chillout) RealTracks in style: 1536:Bass, Electric, PopBelieve Ev16 065 RealTracks in style: 2542:Pedal Steel, Background ModernBalladAtmosphere Ev16 065 RealTracks in style: 1543:Synth Pad, PopBelieve Ev16 065 RealTracks in song: ~508:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm Dire Ev 085 RealTracks in song: ~896:Guitar, 12-String Acoustic, Rhythm FolkRock Ev 100 Produced and engineered by David Snyder. Vocals by David Snyder David Snyder Songwriter/Renaissance Man Studio + Fingers https://davidsnydersongs.com/ https://spoti.fi/359Gigs www.davidsnydermusic.com/ www.reverbnation.com/davidpsnyder www.soundcloud.com/david-snyder-gigs4 https://www.songtradr.com/user/profile/david.snyder

Re: When the World Was Real David Snyder #358317 07/23/16 09:18 PM User Showcase
Joined: Oct 2008 Posts: 20,546 Australia Noel96 Veteran
Noel96 Veteran Joined: Oct 2008 Posts: 20,546 Australia	David, It was good to hear where the BIAB journey began for you. I can't believe it's only been two years! You've certainly been a fountain of compositions in that short time. I admire how quickly you create and some of the great imagery and titles you come up with. All the best, Noel MY SONGS... Audiophile BIAB 2026 audios on Soundcloud

Re: When the World Was Real David Snyder #358320 07/23/16 09:49 PM User Showcase
Joined: Mar 2016 Posts: 169 Cape Town PaddyG Apprentice
PaddyG Apprentice Joined: Mar 2016 Posts: 169 Cape Town	David, You are now moving forward at such a rate both lyrically and with your niche singing style It’s time to start thinking about a album. I wish so much for you, it’s deserved. Paddy G

Re: When the World Was Real David Snyder #358321 07/23/16 10:13 PM User Showcase
Joined: Jul 2016 Posts: 221 Byron Bay, NSW, Australia Matcham Apprentice
Matcham Apprentice Joined: Jul 2016 Posts: 221 Byron Bay, NSW, Australia	David, I really like the melody variations in this track and the passion in your vocal delivery. Well constructed too. Great job.

Re: When the World Was Real David Snyder #358331 07/24/16 03:12 AM User Showcase
Joined: Oct 2008 Posts: 8,109 Winston-Salem, NC Pat Marr Veteran
Pat Marr Veteran Joined: Oct 2008 Posts: 8,109 Winston-Salem, NC	David, you're really crankin' out the hits lately! I like this one a lot... especially the mix, but also the lyrics. You did a good job of picking a few nostalgic memories and working them into a story that a whole generation can identify with. Chords were interesting too... nothing cookie cutter about this song. You're on a roll, buddy! Keep 'em coming! https://www.dropbox.com/sh/ey71h8ep047758h/AAC12jNM0Hz9Q8zsh5iDeqNHa?dl=0

Re: When the World Was Real David Snyder #358341 07/24/16 04:15 AM User Showcase
Joined: Jun 2012 Posts: 2,888 Karlsruhe, Germany boehm Veteran
boehm Veteran Joined: Jun 2012 Posts: 2,888 Karlsruhe, Germany	Hi David, great lyrics, great chord progression and real heartfelt delivery. This is a keeper. Guenter http://www.21d.de/ Latest Song: What You Desire

Re: When the World Was Real David Snyder #358348 07/24/16 04:37 AM User Showcase
Joined: Jun 2016 Posts: 3,357 Robertkc Veteran
Robertkc Veteran Joined: Jun 2016 Posts: 3,357	David, I can hear a generation (mine!) saying " he nailed it!" to this song.... I hope they all get to hear it because its a fine song. I like your vocal style -just the right amount of world weary in the feeling. Robert Last edited by Robertkc; 07/24/16 04:38 AM.

Re: When the World Was Real Robertkc #358353 07/24/16 06:07 AM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 24,643 Hamlin NY MarioD Veteran
MarioD Veteran Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 24,643 Hamlin NY	Yes you did nail it. Everything about this is perfect. I really liked your vocals on this one and the lyrics were spot on, especially for this old timer! This is a keeper. Forbidden fruit causes many jams! 64 bit Win 10 Pro, the latest BiaB/RB, Roland Octa-Capture audio interface, a ton of software/hardware

Re: When the World Was Real David Snyder #358402 07/24/16 12:45 PM User Showcase
Joined: Aug 2010 Posts: 8,926 Northeastern USA rsdean Veteran
rsdean Veteran Joined: Aug 2010 Posts: 8,926 Northeastern USA	David, Just great - absolutely loved it... You are on a total creative streak - can't wait to see what comes next Bob Robert S. Dean - SoundCloud Song Channel

Re: When the World Was Real David Snyder #358422 07/24/16 05:12 PM User Showcase
Joined: Jul 2012 Posts: 1,831 gruverider Expert
gruverider Expert Joined: Jul 2012 Posts: 1,831	Super vocal delivery!!! and a sweet write! sounds a bit bright on my monitors and panned heavy center? (but that could just be my monitors) Great song!!! I'm a fan of your vocals! and lyrics!

Re: When the World Was Real David Snyder #358437 07/25/16 01:43 AM User Showcase
Joined: May 2014 Posts: 4,067 The Netherlands RnAM Veteran
RnAM Veteran Joined: May 2014 Posts: 4,067 The Netherlands	Oh yes! This one's really nice. Like others said before you sure are getting better and better. This one particularly has that nice nostalgic feeling which we really dig! Rob & Anne-Marie We are Rob Meulman and Anne-Marie Bovenkamp from The Netherlands. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1gsdNLE7_Gy8qavoOplQow/videos http://rnam.net/

Re: When the World Was Real David Snyder #358464 07/25/16 04:58 AM User Showcase
Joined: Aug 2012 Posts: 12,901 Florida floyd jane Veteran
floyd jane Veteran Joined: Aug 2012 Posts: 12,901 Florida	Terrific write, David... you can pull off those type references like no one else - your delivery screams "I believe every word of this!"... a gritty performance - a great blend of Bob and the Boss... The guitars sound good. I thought the bass needed to be a lot more prominent and the drums a bunch deeper and louder (just opinions, of course) - a snare instead of the stick in the verses... (a big one)... I really like this! Almost forgot... that little piece of piano at the end (a mistake?)...extend that some (20 seconds?) and fade it slowly.... I was disappointed when it stopped... floyd 150+ Songs produced using BIAB RealTracks And 50 more... and some more...

Re: When the World Was Real floyd jane #358499 07/25/16 09:12 AM User Showcase
Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 8,490 North Carolina David Snyder OP Veteran
OP David Snyder Veteran Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 8,490 North Carolina	Thanks Floyd, I am working on the drums and piano and a remix even as we speak. Good ideas. The piano was indeed a glitch. Thanks for the comments. You are spot on!! David Snyder Songwriter/Renaissance Man Studio + Fingers https://davidsnydersongs.com/ https://spoti.fi/359Gigs www.davidsnydermusic.com/ www.reverbnation.com/davidpsnyder www.soundcloud.com/david-snyder-gigs4 https://www.songtradr.com/user/profile/david.snyder

Re: When the World Was Real RnAM #358500 07/25/16 09:12 AM User Showcase
Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 8,490 North Carolina David Snyder OP Veteran
OP David Snyder Veteran Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 8,490 North Carolina	Thanks guys. I am glad you enjoyed it!! David Snyder Songwriter/Renaissance Man Studio + Fingers https://davidsnydersongs.com/ https://spoti.fi/359Gigs www.davidsnydermusic.com/ www.reverbnation.com/davidpsnyder www.soundcloud.com/david-snyder-gigs4 https://www.songtradr.com/user/profile/david.snyder

Re: When the World Was Real gruverider #358501 07/25/16 09:13 AM User Showcase
Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 8,490 North Carolina David Snyder OP Veteran
OP David Snyder Veteran Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 8,490 North Carolina	Hey There! Thanks, yes you are right, I let the compression get away from me on this way. Too bright is right. I will fix it on the next mix. Thanks for the honesty and the good ear. It's what I need!! David Snyder Songwriter/Renaissance Man Studio + Fingers https://davidsnydersongs.com/ https://spoti.fi/359Gigs www.davidsnydermusic.com/ www.reverbnation.com/davidpsnyder www.soundcloud.com/david-snyder-gigs4 https://www.songtradr.com/user/profile/david.snyder

Re: When the World Was Real Noel96 #358502 07/25/16 09:14 AM User Showcase
Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 8,490 North Carolina David Snyder OP Veteran
OP David Snyder Veteran Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 8,490 North Carolina	Thanks Noel, I appreciate that!! David Snyder Songwriter/Renaissance Man Studio + Fingers https://davidsnydersongs.com/ https://spoti.fi/359Gigs www.davidsnydermusic.com/ www.reverbnation.com/davidpsnyder www.soundcloud.com/david-snyder-gigs4 https://www.songtradr.com/user/profile/david.snyder

Re: When the World Was Real PaddyG #358503 07/25/16 09:14 AM User Showcase
Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 8,490 North Carolina David Snyder OP Veteran
OP David Snyder Veteran Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 8,490 North Carolina	Thanks Paddy! I have been loving your new stuff too!! David Snyder Songwriter/Renaissance Man Studio + Fingers https://davidsnydersongs.com/ https://spoti.fi/359Gigs www.davidsnydermusic.com/ www.reverbnation.com/davidpsnyder www.soundcloud.com/david-snyder-gigs4 https://www.songtradr.com/user/profile/david.snyder

Re: When the World Was Real Matcham #358504 07/25/16 09:15 AM User Showcase
Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 8,490 North Carolina David Snyder OP Veteran
OP David Snyder Veteran Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 8,490 North Carolina	Thanks Matcham! I am really glad you liked it!! David Snyder Songwriter/Renaissance Man Studio + Fingers https://davidsnydersongs.com/ https://spoti.fi/359Gigs www.davidsnydermusic.com/ www.reverbnation.com/davidpsnyder www.soundcloud.com/david-snyder-gigs4 https://www.songtradr.com/user/profile/david.snyder

Re: When the World Was Real Pat Marr #358505 07/25/16 09:16 AM User Showcase
Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 8,490 North Carolina David Snyder OP Veteran
OP David Snyder Veteran Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 8,490 North Carolina	Thanks Pat, that means a lot to me! David Snyder Songwriter/Renaissance Man Studio + Fingers https://davidsnydersongs.com/ https://spoti.fi/359Gigs www.davidsnydermusic.com/ www.reverbnation.com/davidpsnyder www.soundcloud.com/david-snyder-gigs4 https://www.songtradr.com/user/profile/david.snyder

Re: When the World Was Real boehm #358506 07/25/16 09:17 AM User Showcase
Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 8,490 North Carolina David Snyder OP Veteran
OP David Snyder Veteran Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 8,490 North Carolina	Thanks Guenter. I am really glad you liked it!! David Snyder Songwriter/Renaissance Man Studio + Fingers https://davidsnydersongs.com/ https://spoti.fi/359Gigs www.davidsnydermusic.com/ www.reverbnation.com/davidpsnyder www.soundcloud.com/david-snyder-gigs4 https://www.songtradr.com/user/profile/david.snyder

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