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Tommy,
What a powerful song. Immaculate production and song arrangement.
I'm sorry for the circumstances. Big adjustment to make but may turn out to be a blessing in disguise.
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Super production! Your vocal here reminds me of John Hyatt (I'm a big fan). Great harmonies! Lyrically a great write. And I'm a big fan of how you mix BIAB with your own guitars.
Wonderful song!
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Well that's the unadulterated gutwrenching truth - caught the emotion and theme there 100%. Great production. Glad to hear from one of my fav writers/producers on here again. So sorry this happened to your family Tom.
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Well, that sucks.  Getting fired, not the song. The song rocks. From the beginning to the end, sounds great. It's got a bit of a Warren Zevon feel.  Love the build and then drop at 3:00.
-- David Cuny My virtual singer development blogVocal control, you say. Never heard of it. Is that some kind of ProTools thing?BiaB 2025 | Windows 11 | Reaper | Way too many VSTis.
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Liked the emotion in your voice, guitars were nice, dynamics, much to like in this song.
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Hi Tom
Sorry to hear about your wife's situation, but at least you were able to transmute the pain into a really great song.
Best wishes,
Leon
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Hey, Tom!
It's great to see you here again, I've missed you and your music.
Your stuff is always so good on all levels, so much attention to detail! That guitar lick is the hook that drew me in right from the start.
I'm not even going to start and list all the things I like about this, let's just say I thoroughly enjoyed it.
Welcome back!
Thanks Dave. I appreciate your ongoing support, Tom
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Tommy, life throws us unexpected curves. Many times it's God's way of telling us to take a different path. I was fired, quite unceremoniously and escorted off the property. Two weeks later, I started my own business. That was 29 years ago. Time to evaluate and move forward..... maybe retire and enjoy the time.
The Song: this is probably right up there in the top 3 songs I've heard from you as far as being my favorites. Of course, Waterline is a high bar to top....
Everything sounded great in this. And the lyric crafting is in fine form as well. Right from the beginning, with that cool signature guitar lick, I knew this was gonna be a good ride. Powerfully written.
A great take on the concept that nothing lasts forever. Herb, Thank you for your thoughts. We are adjusting and will figure it out. We always do. I always appreciate your comments, Tom
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Tom,
Welcome back! Missed ya, bud...
And missed hearing your music.
"It’s something that we all learn
from an early age
When it’s time to move on
Simply Turn the page
Searching our souls chasing a ghost
Hard to believe it will come to a close
Nothing last forever it is plain to see
That one day we will wake up and suddenly
It’s Gone"
An exceptional write. Start to finish.
A gorgeous production (as always). An impeccable mix.
Might be your most powerful vocal, ever.
Top-shelf through and through.
Wishing you the best in whatever comes next. Y'all will both land on your feet, running.... I'm sure...
fj Thanks for the wonderful review. And thanks for the supportive message, Tom
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Great song. Great title. Like everything. Best wishes.
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Hi Tom, It's great to see you back in the forum Wow this is good! You haven't lost your touch at all. The sound is professional, professional, professional. I love that phrase... "When it's time to move on "Simply turn the page" ...it rings with so much truth! I also like what Sundance said. She nailed it... "Well that's the unadulterated gut-wrenching truth - caught the emotion and theme there 100%." After 29 years, it would be a shock to the system to be told that time's up. I hope that the negatives from this turn into positives and lead into a fine retirement for you both. All the best, Noel
MY SONGS...Audiophile BIAB 2026
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Best of luck in the next chapter, Tommy - this is a rock solid tune you have here though. Gorgeous and sincere, and among my favourites from you yet. Your vocals are absolutely stunning. It really showcases your talents for songwriting. Thanks for sharing Thank you Deryk. Appreciate you listening and commenting,Tom This is a powerful song, with positive energy,
loved the vocals up front and ready !.
I get the feeling you already have moved on with the writing and producing of this song , that's the feeling I get from this, and I do not think I'm wrong.
Onwards and Upwards !!.
Thanks Thanks for stopping by. It does get a little easier every day, Tom
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Great driving song, Tommy. Excellent set of lyrics, and they fit perfectly with the background story for the song.
The guitar work is sensational, so are the vocals.
Really great, everywhere.
Trevor, thanks for the wonderful review, Tom
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Nice to hear a new song from you. Sorry to hear about your wife's situation, but it clearly has inspired you to write a great Springsteen style song with a strong personal message, yet something for all of us. Melody is powerful, including the guitar riff, and your vocals really heartfelt.
Janne Janne, Thanks for your comments. Springsteen never crossed my mind during this one, however I see now why you say that, Tom
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So glad to hear from you Tom. I am a big fan of your music. These are crazy times. I hope things settle down and all works out for you. This is an exceptional song. Well done
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Oh yeah, when its a heart song it stands out so much more!!!!, sorry to hear about your wife Tommy, we are close to retirement also, things are always fluid in this world.
Your vocal is just amazing on this. The Biab is so well put together, this is a classic country masterpiece. I have listened to several today on this forum and now I must say this one stands as good as I have heard!!!! CLiff Thank you Cliff. I’m glad you came by and commented. Tom I'm sorry to hear about your wife's situation. But I'm glad that inspired you to write another super song. Everything about this is spot on. Your vocal, guitar, backing tracks and mix are outstanding.
A super song! Mario, you have been commenting on my songs since I first came on here and I want to let you know how much I appreciate it, Tom
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Tom
Sorry to read about your wife's job but great to hear a new song from you, and it's spectacular.
Absolutely excellent sound, an a wonderful overall production. Terrific guitar playing throughout and a wonderful vocal.
Superb.
Peter Peter, those are some very kind comments. Thank you, Tom
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'tommyad'... Though you expressly rejected receiving it from us, I can't help but sympathize with the plight of your wife and you, 'cause it happened to me, and to how many more??? Thousands? Tens, hundreds of thousands? Millions? These companies, these corporations that employ us, they really got us workin' folks by the you-know-what  . Actually, it's not sympathy that your song, It's Gone, evokes -- it's admiration and amazement (from me, at least) that you could get back to your feet after being knocked down by that unwelcome, potentially life-threatening news, filter the experience through your heart and soul, and then compose something like It's Gone that admits to bitterness and cynicism... ..but then again, the fact that you created the song transforms it into the fist you shake in the face of that sudden adversity that has recently dive-bombed its way into you and your wife's life. Thank God for music! "Look here, life, you b*****d!!!", your song says. "You may be trying to bring us down, but at least I can sing about it!!!" Music enables us composers/performers/listeners to grab hold of things we'd much rather ignore, or run away from, and work out our feelings about it, but with the divine assistance of melody and harmony and lyrics at our disposal to smooth out the rough edges. The sound and the feel of your song is ringing, even while it's wailing somewhere in the key of the 'blues', courtesy of the interplay among the rhythm guitar Real Tracks, and your own performances on electric and acoustic guitars. Your singing voice made me sit up and pay attention -- it's got as much 'presence' and authority as a father telling the bittersweet story of his well-worn life to his respectfully attentive children. That unresolved chord at the end of the song? Abrupt. Dramatic. Like a door being shut in your face. I wish you and your wife spiritual strength, creativity, flexibility, and as much optimism as both of you can stand as you fasten your ropes around the rocks and climb the next mountain that's been placed in your paths . LOREN (a.k.a. 'bluage')
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"Grey clouds move in from the west
Looking for cover it’s probably best
Even in sunlight it’s hard to explain
I always feel the warmth but I always smell the rain"
What a creative and emotional way to juxtapose
the positive and negative.
You are a master at writing the relatable song and this
one is a great example of that.
And, man, did you ever deliver the lyric with the vocals. Just the right
amount of emotion. Plenty of soul but not angst ridden,
Throw in the always remarkably supportive guitar and fills and the
bar even goes higher. Finalize all that with the band choice and
the production values and WOW!
Sorry an unfortunate life thing caused the muse to drop by but dayum we
as listeners got a real treat!
J&B Thanks for such a wonderful review, Tom Wishing you and your wife all the best with whatever you decide to do. This song was absolutely beautiful. Thank you or taking the time to share it with us. Thank you Ember, Tom
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I love this song. Very well put together. I feel your pain, literally. I am the only one who is working in my household, and I am facing major neck surgery!!
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