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This song brought me back to an indy movie I really like called Johns, featuring David Arquette. Angel's Falling would've made a great part of the soundtrack to that film. I had no problems with the mix. Good job all around, always a pleasure to hear your magnificent voice.
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I've not come across many folk brave enough to tackle this topic, maybe Dee Dee Ramone's 53rd & 3rd and a couple of others.
You navigate the topic sensitively and with a observers dispassionate journalism.
Musically I'm not fussed on the drums...to my ears they don't work but I'm alone on that one I'm sure.
fabulous vocal mate.
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Hi Deej ...
Wow, this is powerful! I didn't hear any of the earlier iterations, but this cut sounds fantastic.
In my book, this is musical artistry paints a sad and heart-rendering image. You always amaze me with your music. Now, I'm further amazed.
Alan
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Hello David
Excellent song
Sounds very good and is sung great
I had to get used to the drums first
But I think it fits quite well
Great work
Many greetings
Andi ;-)
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The chorus is killer.
You've done an excellent job building to the chorus from the verse.
Superb passionate vocal.
Instrumentation works very well with the lyrics and melody.
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Really nice tune Deej. The acoustic intro framing the vocal was a really nice touch. Incredible vocal and loved the lyric. Well done
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Sad subject successfully written into a story, night images are vivid.
Catchy chorus and emotional vocals.
Good arrangement, the selected drum needs some time to get used to, but it fits the angel's falling. I like the bass sound, but in my ears, the cello and the bass are slightly competing with each other.
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Bass Thumper, firesong, Derochette, Ghostgum, J&B, TuneMonger, rayc, Alan, Andi, Ezekiel, Scott, and Janne:
Thanks all for giving this one a spin and for the kind words and feedback. It’s much appreciated. A couple of thoughts on your comments below:
firesong: Well, said about there being too much to choose from. I know with BIAB keeping it simple is better (particularly give my production skills). But sometimes it’s hard to help yourself. See my note to Janne about cleaning things up a bit.
rayc: I know there won’t be universal acclaim for the drum choice. But I stumbled upon them, I really liked that they did for the chorus and I’m quite happy with them. That said, I may still need to further adjust the high end a tad (having already done so a bit).
Janne: I’m pretty sure I’m going to remove the Cello. I added it because I felt the song needed something more in spots—but that was before I corrected the bass. Now I agree they compete a bit and it’s not worth it for the couple of moments the cello stands out. Hopefully that will remove a little more mud from the mix.
Thanks again all. Stay safe, stay well!
Deej
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WOW this is so good!
Outstanding vocal and lyrics.
Your vocal really made this song - fantastic job!
I liked your dynamics in this one.
Super mix also.
I could see Dylan singing this one.
Loved it.
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i agree with mario.
very dylanesque...and WOW to the vocal emotion.
love the vocal spread and how the subtle bass works so well.
i like the build up intro also the way the bass comes in at 40 secs.
well done..a very interesting song.
maybe its me but actually i liked the drums.
personal prefs of course.
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Mario and om,
Appreciate the feedback. And, om, yeah, I personally really love the drums (though I get it might not resonate with everyone). I've dimmed them down just a bit in this latest mix and 86'd the cello. Thanks to you both.
Deej
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Deej,
Wherever this came from it does sound like a brave departure from many of your previous posted songs- the write is powerful! You have such a "take notice" voice that is always a "wow" for me and the dark subject matter here really hits home with the passion you bring.
I think the style you chose works well and the mix sounds good: one of your best songs!
Robert
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Hi Deej
Thoughtful lyrics and a great vocal as always.
Regards,
Leon
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Robert and Leon:
Really appreciate your giving this one a iisten--like most of my songs, I never quite know where they come from . . . this one in particular . . . but glad it seemed to resonate. Thanks for the comments!
My best to you both,
Deej
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Deej,
Excellent. From every angle.
Good write.
Excellent use of BIAB.
Solid vocals (as always).
Good mix.
This had a Harry Chapin vibe to it - the write, the phrasing, the BAND. COOOL.
So good I immediately hit play again...
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Floyd:
Thanks for the listen and kind feedback. Glad the tune worked for you!
Hope all is well in your world—
Deej
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