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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.

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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.

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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...

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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 ;-)


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Thanks Robert, I always appreciate your comments. T



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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



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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.

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Torrey,

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

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Good song and a great message. Enjoyed listening and tapping my foot along with you this morning.

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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

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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.

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Rob, thanks for the kind comments. Appreciate it. T



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Torrey, I especially enjoyed the guitar work and the arrangement. Good vocals and write as well. Tom

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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.

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I agree with Tom great guitar lines and arrangement.
A top quality overall production.

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Shigeki, Thanks for the comments. I always appreciate them! Torrey.



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Thanks Bob for those kind words I appreciate it! Torrey



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Excellent tune Torrey. Super guitar intro and loved the vocal


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Thanks for listening and commenting Charlie. I appreciate it . Torrey



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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!

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