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Torrey...everything about this is outstanding!...your choice of BiaB components is so right for the message...don't know exactly why but I here Chicago in this...probably in the sophistication of the chords and arrangement...as per usual the vocals are captivating...I wish I could produce harmonies that tight (of coarse I'd need your voice to do that!) and the echo lines are so cool! I'm on my third listen and man WOW...this is so tight!...I'm gonna stop writing and just listen again (my best compliment I hope!) Thanks Dan for all the encouraging words! T
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Smooth sweet Torrey blue eyed soul. Beautifully done.
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The intro was immediately captivating.
Time-wise it's an interesting topic that generates significant concern to us all.
Vocally rich throughout. Neat guitar work on the fills. All topped off with a quality mix.
Top job.
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Torrey,
This is that classic blend of gentle yearning in melody as well as voice countered by the burn/anger/anguish of a cracking solo.
I particularly liked the 2nd verse in which you shared the blame as well as the access to the solution.
You're an ace. Thanks Ray! I definitely wanted to get across that there is plenty of blame to spread around for all of society's ills! But it doesn't give an excuse for some of the egregious acts of inhumanity committed by one nation's leaders upon another nation!
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Pure class as usual, Torrey. I'm amazed that you've managed to take your anguish about the state of the world and use it to create beautiful music.
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Hi Torrey,
And again a very nice song, with strong lyrics from your hand.
Let's hope Ukraine will survive.
A good melody and I agree: we lost our way...
As usual, you sang it very good and the band is very good too.
Enjoyed it, as always with your songs.
Have a nice weekend,
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Inspiration has definitely struck like lightning.
Love the lyrics. Love thy neighbor! Forgotten so easily.
Great mix. Your guitar part enhances the song without overpowering it.
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Your creativity is inspirational, Torrey. Your lyrics represent some encouraging thinking. Recognizing the problem often accelerates solution. Man, your guitar has such passion, too. Another terrific song from you. To me the vocal is a bit more out front, but I know your abilities and figure that was your choice. Love those harmonies --as I always do. So professionally done --as you always do. Thanks Marty! For this one I did have the vocals and piano a little hotter in the mix than usual. I have been steadily doing subtle changes to the mix though and have posted updated versions on Soundcloud since you listened. T
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Torrey,
WOW. THIS might be THE best mix (certainly the best Pop mix) I've ever heard on the forum (and we have a number of truly top-notch mixers here).
I had my speakers turned up pretty loud (from a previous listen). That typically causes some unpleasantness (in typical mixes) - ear-wincing. NOT the case with this. It sounds Great! loud...
Those drums POP! Killer Kick sound (any processing that you can share on that???)
Nice warm sounding piano.
Your guitar is heavenly! LOVE that tone!!
KILLER vocals and harmonies.
Excellent write. Good message.
I've said this many times before - reminds me of the very best of Rundgren.
Could have been a cut off Something/Anything (easily).
One of your best.
fj Floyd, I must admit that for a moment the thought crossed my mind to print and frame your comments and hang on the studio wall. Your words are such an encouragement and I truly appreciate them! I can't take a lot of credit for the drum sound. I pretty much just followed the settings used in the producer secrets video for drum stems on the PG Music site. Being the first time using them I didn't want to vary from the template the narrator gave. The only exception to his settings was that I couldn't get the 10 band graphic equalizer to load for some reason. It would flash on the screen for a second and dissappear. So I used the 5 band instead. T
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Strong lyrics commenting the upside down world very accurately, the band is almost too smooth for the message, but on the other hand, it is balm for our wounds, calming our anger. The arrangement and the mix are very pleasant. The solo guitar is just right, not too aggressive. And all is delivered with sweet soulful vocals.
Janne
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Steely Dan vibe for sure but ultimately all Torrey ... a good thing.
A great sentiment indeed ... sadly it has to be shared by many, many more to blossom.
All the goodness of the production has been eloquently described above.
The soaring guitar and heartfelt vocal are standout.
Excellent,
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Yes indeed.... great work. I agree with Floyd on the quality of this mix.
I got a touch of Todd Rundgren as well as ASIA, and Steely Dan too.... all top quality musicians and bands.
This one is easily in the top 5 songs and mixes I've ever heard here. You can be proud of the work you did on this. Thanks Herb! I really appreciate all that! T
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Hello Torrey
Genius song
How you can produce in such a short time over and over again
new songs in this quality is really a mystery to me ;-)))
I find your guitar solos in this song EXTREMELY good.
Great work Torrey
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Andi ;-) Thanks Andi for having a listen! T
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Smooth recording. Thrilling lead guitar work. Well written tune and timely too. Good backing band there. I can't put my finger on who this reminds me of but you can bet they are pros, so you are in good company. Nice job on this one. Thanks I appreciate it! T
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Hi Torrey.
Wow!
This is stellar listening.
Your production floored me. As soon as I started listening to the the intro, it was clear that this musical journey was going to be outstanding. From start to end, your song radiates "professional" on every level.
Absolutely loved it!
All the best,
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Steely Dan feel to it, definitely (I'm sure I mentioned this before :D).
And that means you delivered another PRO-sounding track!
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I almost missed this one and I'm glad that I got to hear it.
Professional all the way
Outstanding vocals and harmonies
Fantastic mix
Loved it Thanks Mario for taking time to comment! T
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Outstanding lyrics, Torrey. Title says it all. Blends in to your style perfectly. Five stars! Thanks Ed! I appreciate it! T
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The intro was immediately captivating.
Time-wise it's an interesting topic that generates significant concern to us all.
Vocally rich throughout. Neat guitar work on the fills. All topped off with a quality mix.
Top job.
Thanks for the kind words! I appreciate it! T
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Hi Torrey,
And again a very nice song, with strong lyrics from your hand.
Let's hope Ukraine will survive.
A good melody and I agree: we lost our way...
As usual, you sang it very good and the band is very good too.
Enjoyed it, as always with your songs.
Have a nice weekend,
Hans Thanks Hans! I always appreciate your comments! T
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