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Dear Forum Friends

Greetings! I hope everyone is well and in a great mood. If not, I hope this tune helps. We call it "Keep Looking Up." It's a pop rock tune that reminds me of the optimism of some of the songs from the 1960s. Although I truly believe in the power of positive thinking, I often have to remind myself to focus on the good things in life and look forward to bright days. So keep looking up (unless there's a flock of birds overhead!)


Here's the song link and website link

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https://soundclick.com/dcspacedog

Enjoy. I hope to hear from you.

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Hey this sounds great!

Great job!

Like the new photo too.

smile

Very positive and uplifting song for sure.

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Great job! Loved the sixties vibe with the harmonies and the song is so uplifting and inspiring!

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Lively, bright, entertaining.

The harmonies have given then song great dimension.


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Nicely done! Cool harmonies too.

Great message.

And a classy photo.

Enjoyed it!

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Dave, thanks for listening.

I figured it was time for a new picture.

Josie, I've been taking some production training and picked a few tips on vocal arrangement. Glad you found it inspirational.

VT. Thanks. Always good to hear from you.

J&B, Thanks. I'm so glad you liked it.

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Liked the hand-clapping addition toward the end...strong vocal...positive message...loved it!


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SpaceDog,

I really like the feel of this - you really captured the mood of those songs from the 60s - excellent job!

Much enjoyed.

Bob

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Tano. Thanks. Im glad you enjoyed it.

In case your interested,I recorded 5 tracks of clapping panned 2 right 2 left and one center then hit them with a little echo chorus. It was my first try at clap tracks.

Bob. Thanks for listening . It is always nice to hear your music as well.

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Excellent tune. Super harmonies. Excellent lyric. Loved the backtrack


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I'll just bet that song, performed live, lights up
the whole room with optimism and positive energy.


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It definitely has that 60's vibe. Uplifting and and easy to listen to. Harmonies are well done. I enjoyed my listen, Tom

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A good listen, SD. Nice use of the BAND.

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Wow - what a tune! The chorus on this tune is incredible. I can honestly say by the second chorus I was singing along in my head. Not to mention, the arrangement as well as your vocal performance are both flawless.

Fantastic work here - thanks for sharing smile


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very nice, well developed song, great harmonies

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Scott, thanks. I'm glad you liked it. I'll post the RealTraks soon.

Ed, I'll have to give it a ride next time. Thx.

Tommy, thanks. That 60s sound is sort of ingrained in me. I wouldn't have it any other way.

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Deryk, I was trying to write a strong
hook. Glad you liked it. I'll post the Soundcloud link for the PGM radio ASAP.


Cliffond, thanks for listening and commenting .

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Sorry for the delay. Here's the SoundCloud link for PGM radio

https://soundcloud.com/dcspacedog/keeplookingup

and here are the RTs and technical

Style is _SHINING.STY (Praise & Worship Pop Shining)

RealTracks in style: 1255:Bass, Electric, PopShiningA-B Ev 120
RealTracks in style: 1256:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm PopShiningGritty Ev 120
RealTracks in style: 1259:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm PopShiningRockA-B Ev 120
RealDrums: Rock Classic Brit Ev 8th

RT1171:Guitar, Electric, Soloist RockUpbeatBrent Ev 140

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Heh. I was thinking "the vocal sounds a bit bare..." when the harmony kicked in on the chorus. laugh

Yep, you nailed that 60's upbeat sound.


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Hi Spacedog, very easy vibe! Reminds me of a Beatles tune! Very easy to listen to and fun vocals too. Well done!


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Nice catchy tune - well performed good build up to the ending.
Very enjoyable.

Peter

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