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#724277 07/16/22 05:57 AM
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The last song I posted was from a project I called "Virtually LIVE!" well here's another from that fantasy project...I think I would call this a rock-ballad...though it is sometimes hard for me to figure out the genres...basically I just do styles I like...I hope you do to...so...if you do...thanks for listening...and...I love your comments and especially your suggestions for the mix...Dan

The Same
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3584 Electric Bass
1761 Acoustic guitar strumming
1689 Electric guitar rhythm pop
1764 Electric guitar rhythm pop
Drums=Nashville RadioPop 8ths

I added: Vocals
I played: Piano, Organ, Synth, Electric Guitar lead/w Roland Ax-7
Drums and percussion from a Yamaha Tyros 5 style

BTY: this is the album page: https://www.soundclick.com/artist/default.cfm?bandID=661040&albumID=1293&content=albumInfo

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Hi Dan
What an exceptionally beautiful song
Your voice is always fantastic again
Sometimes I wish your songs never end
Thanks for your great music
Many greetings
Andi ;-)

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Originally Posted By: PROJECT M
Hi Dan
What an exceptionally beautiful song
Your voice is always fantastic again
Sometimes I wish your songs never end
Thanks for your great music
Many greetings
Andi ;-)


Thank you Andi...you are always so gracious and positive with your comments...I so appreciate the encouragement...thanks again...Dan

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Dan,

It's a beauty! Love that synth stuff at the start! Everything else is exceptionally clean and clear sounding (a very good thing). Love how the instrumentation builds...the mark of a very good arranger! This song really takes off with the chorus...wow, what great vocals! You've got a truly great, pure voice! I don't think anyone in the forum (no disrespect to others) does background vocal work on your level! A super mix and production!!

Thanks, Torrey

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Hi Dan,

Boy - this is a cracking good song - lovely melody, chords and great chorus.

Also - wonderful vocals.

Top mix.

Best Regards
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If I were the producer/arranger I would vote for doing the intro one round, instead of two (and start the vocal at 0.14). I would also vote for cutting down on the FX (delay/reverb?). But you can consider that just minor nits ;-).

My goodness, what a great voice you have! Pitch perfect and powerful. Awesome!
Also, love the super professional backing vocals :-).

Rob



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Excellent lead and backing vocals and a very impressive sound with a good strong build.

A well produced song in all regards.

Peter

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Dan,

A very solid production.
Excellent vocals.
Good mix.
Well done in all regards.

fj

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Originally Posted By: Torrey Bliss
Dan,

It's a beauty! Love that synth stuff at the start! Everything else is exceptionally clean and clear sounding (a very good thing). Love how the instrumentation builds...the mark of a very good arranger! This song really takes off with the chorus...wow, what great vocals! You've got a truly great, pure voice! I don't think anyone in the forum (no disrespect to others) does background vocal work on your level! A super mix and production!!

Thanks, Torrey


Thank you Torrey...I love vocal harmony...I spent my singing career as a background vocalist...when I have to do it by myself I try very hard to get it 'right and tight' with a limited tool to work with...your recognition of that is very humbling and satisfying to hear...thank you...Dan


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Great song. As always, simply fantastic writing - loved the hook. Every word is so true. This album sounds like it must have been fun to put together. Can't say enough about the songs. This one is just great.

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Originally Posted By: RnAM
If I were the producer/arranger I would vote for doing the intro one round, instead of two (and start the vocal at 0.14). I would also vote for cutting down on the FX (delay/reverb?). But you can consider that just minor nits ;-).
My goodness, what a great voice you have! Pitch perfect and powerful. Awesome!
Also, love the super professional backing vocals :-).
Rob



Rob...thank you for your thoughts and suggestions...I value your opinion as a producer/arranger because I've listened to your productions and admire them...I will consider your suggestions...my rational for the bigger reverb was to try to emulate a stadium or concert hall environment for this particular project...whether that worked or not falls to the listener (?)...however I do appreciate it when someone listens with an intent to enhance the song...and you did and I am grateful...Dan


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Nigel, Peter and Floyd...thanks for your thoughts and comments...much appreciated...Dan


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This definitely has the live feel you wanted to achieve.

And there's an excellent build to accompany the testifying lyric.

As always, your vocals soar!

Great band and mix too, Dan

Enjoyed it,

J&B


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Dan, all I have to say is that all of your songs should be played on every Christian radio station. They are all that good.

Loved the message, vocal, mix, and everything about this song.


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Excellent production on this Dan. Love the concert feel to this song. Love how the energy builds through the song, As always another incredible vocal. Well done..


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Originally Posted By: Brad Williams
Great song. As always, simply fantastic writing - loved the hook. Every word is so true. This album sounds like it must have been fun to put together. Can't say enough about the songs. This one is just great.


Brad...thank you brother for your gracious comments...this is one of my favorites as far as the hook goes..."I will never be and He will always be...the same"...I've never written truer words...I know them to be personally true...Dan


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Originally Posted By: Janice & Bud
This definitely has the live feel you wanted to achieve.
And there's an excellent build to accompany the testifying lyric.
As always, your vocals soar!
Great band and mix too, Dan
Enjoyed it,
J&B


J&B...thanks guys for the thoughts...I hope I captured a real feel with this...thanks again...Dan


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Originally Posted By: MarioD
Dan, all I have to say is that all of your songs should be played on every Christian radio station. They are all that good.
Loved the message, vocal, mix, and everything about this song.



Mario...thanks for your kind remarks...not quite sure how to get on the radio...I'm a small fish in a massive ocean...oh well I write for an audience of One...thanks again...Dan


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Originally Posted By: Scott C
Excellent production on this Dan. Love the concert feel to this song. Love how the energy builds through the song, As always another incredible vocal. Well done..


Scott...you are very kind...my motto is "if you can't sing good then sing loud and with great passion"...thanks again...Dan


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No suggestions here! Another great one, Dan! Great use of the hook and amazing vocals. I can definitely hear how "wide" your production is (if that's a term) to give it more depth to the sound.

I'm curious as to why you don't use Real Drums exclusively. What value does adding drums from your Yamaha give?

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