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Definitely hear The “Money For Nothing” influence on the signature riff in this tune. Well done. Everything rocks! The playing, the vocal, mix - all tops. Really love it. Great work!

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Originally Posted By: floyd jane
ROG,

This one was easy to "get lost in"... one of those where you stop thinking about how it was put together and just listen... and a terrific listen it is.

Cool guitar work all around. Excellent solo. Cool vocals (and effects).

Everything in the mix sit where it should.

This stick in your head well after it is over. Nice. A good "pop rock" write.

fj


Hey ROG,

I had the same thought Floyd did about just listening and not picking it apart - just kick back and enjoy the ride. Everything - everything - in this song is top shelf. It's a stunning listen. Gives me a desire to work harder on mjy productions. To be so talented! Best to you.

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A HOME RUN!!! Bases are cleared and players are all sitting in the dugout by the time the ball re-enters the earth's atmosphere!!! Love the BEEFY sound, love the guitar riff, love the song/arrangement/playing. LOVE the whole dang thing!! My favorite of yours (and I really like them all)!!! Take care. Greg

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Excellent Rog!! Your guitars drive this song so nicely! Kind of a cross between ZZ Top and Dire Straights thing going on here. Your DAW sounds as good as any other to me! Thanks, Torrey

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Hi, ROG !:))


You almost blew my ears
to kingdom come but I
managed to set it right
and after that .....just
superb ! I am sure this
is one of your absloute best
rockers !!!!

Cheers
Dani

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Originally Posted By: Ember - PG Music
The vocals are so on point for this style of song! You did a fantastic job here. Thanks for sharing!

Hi Ember,
Many thanks for the listen and positive review.
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Originally Posted By: eddie1261
The harmony on the minor passage that serves as the bridge sounds SO much like ELO!!! And the vocoder on the outro was "Mr Blue Skies" all the way!

Remember the settings you used on this guitar solo for an upcoming song I will be sending.

Thanks for looking in, Eddie.
ELO? Yeah, I can live with that!
Got those settings bookmarked for when you're ready.
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Originally Posted By: Janice & Bud
We enjoyed:

The backstory,

The cool write,

The lead and BGV's,

The Fender guitars, smile

The arrangement,

The mix, and

The way it sounded on our sound system.

We will throw out an over used but apt word EPIC!

J&B

PS We don't care where she went so long as she inspired this song! smile

Hi there J&B,
Always like to get your opinion.
Many thanks for all the over-the-top comments.
Much appreciated.
Cheers,
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Originally Posted By: floyd jane
ROG,

This one was easy to "get lost in"... one of those where you stop thinking about how it was put together and just listen... and a terrific listen it is.

Cool guitar work all around. Excellent solo. Cool vocals (and effects).

Everything in the mix sit where it should.

This stick in your head well after it is over. Nice. A good "pop rock" write.

fj

Hi Floyd,
Many thanks for the review.
I always value and take note of your comments.
Pleased that this one found favour.
Cheers,
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Originally Posted By: PeterF
Rog

Loved the guitar sounds (like Herb reminds me of Dire Straits) and the song is immediately accessible.
Very nice solo and bass playing.
A pro piece from start to finish.

Peter

Hi Peter,
Yes, I was trying not to get too close to "Money For Nothing" on this one
Dire Straits has always been a favourite with me and so a big influence.
Many thanks,
ROG.

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Originally Posted By: MarioD
Rog you had me hooked before the first measure was completed! Your guitar and bass work was great through out this song. Your mix was perfect.

Ps- its not the DAW. It's the musician that makes the music and you are a musician's musician.

Hi Mario,
That's very kind of you.
You produce some great music yourself, and I always value your opinions.
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Originally Posted By: 44kfl
Love it! great mix

another nice rocker from the Professor

it does sound like ELO on the bkgrnd vocals

sweet solo!

you listened to Money For Nothing in prep for this I bet

you get inside that Mark Knopfler sound and nail it- awesome!

very enjoyable

Kenny

Hi Kenny,
Yes indeed, I was very conscious of not getting too close to that track!
Glad you enjoyed it and many thanks for the review.
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Originally Posted By: animarorecords
Hello, ROG

What a great groove and riff!
The Rolling Stones and The Beatles mixed.
I agree with floyd.
Cool guitar work all around. Excellent solo. Cool vocals (and effects).
Enjoyed my listen a lot.

Best regards.

Shigeki Adachi

Hi Shigeki,
Many thanks for the listen and all the nice comments.
Glad you enjoyed it.
Cheers,
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Originally Posted By: jannesan
I also got Dire Straits and ELO vibes. Very powerful rocker with nice vocals, I like especially the solo part and its chording. The vocoder effect is also nice addition.

Janne

Hi Janne,
Thanks for the listen and the nice comparisons - I've always been a fan of both Dire Straits and ELO.
Cheers,
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Cool! Very much Dire Straits/ELO to my ears as well - I enjoyed this listen a lot!
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Originally Posted By: GocartMoz
Definitely hear The “Money For Nothing” influence on the signature riff in this tune. Well done. Everything rocks! The playing, the vocal, mix - all tops. Really love it. Great work!

Dave

Hi Dave,
That's very kind. Thanks for looking in and for the review - much appreciated.
Cheers,
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Originally Posted By: Al-David
Originally Posted By: floyd jane
ROG,

This one was easy to "get lost in"... one of those where you stop thinking about how it was put together and just listen... and a terrific listen it is.

Cool guitar work all around. Excellent solo. Cool vocals (and effects).

Everything in the mix sit where it should.

This stick in your head well after it is over. Nice. A good "pop rock" write.

fj


Hey ROG,

I had the same thought Floyd did about just listening and not picking it apart - just kick back and enjoy the ride. Everything - everything - in this song is top shelf. It's a stunning listen. Gives me a desire to work harder on mjy productions. To be so talented! Best to you.

ALan

Hi Alan.
You know I always value your opinion, so many thanks for the review on this one and
all the positive comments,
Cheers,
Rog

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Originally Posted By: Greg Johnson
A HOME RUN!!! Bases are cleared and players are all sitting in the dugout by the time the ball re-enters the earth's atmosphere!!! Love the BEEFY sound, love the guitar riff, love the song/arrangement/playing. LOVE the whole dang thing!! My favorite of yours (and I really like them all)!!! Take care. Greg

Hi Greg,
It's always good to get a "favourite" from someone. I really appreciate the review and
all the kind comments.
Many thanks,
Rog.

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Originally Posted By: Torrey Bliss
Excellent Rog!! Your guitars drive this song so nicely! Kind of a cross between ZZ Top and Dire Straights thing going on here. Your DAW sounds as good as any other to me! Thanks, Torrey

Hi Torrey
Thanks for the comparisons - great bands and I much appreciate the comments.
Many thanks for the review.
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Originally Posted By: dani48
Hi, ROG !:))


You almost blew my ears
to kingdom come but I
managed to set it right
and after that .....just
superb ! I am sure this
is one of your absloute best
rockers !!!!

Cheers
Dani

Hi Dani,
Maybe I should put a health warning on this mix!
Many thanks for the listen and review.
Cheers, ROG

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