Hi Scott, Janice and Bud, Dan (Firesong) and Bass Thumper,

I'm so sorry it took so long to gave you my reply, but the operation took place,
At first it looked a bit painful, but not that much.
But the next 2 weeks were horrible. Never before have I been in so much pain.
And the surgeons said that could last a very long time. They mentioned a year at least...

But today I had a 'good' day. So I could give my reply.
I really appreciate your contribution!

Originally Posted By: Scott C
Hi Hans. I hope everything goes ok for you. Would be sad not to hear your vocals in the future. This was a very cool song. Loved the spoken word. Very dramatic and showcases the lyrics. Well done..


Scott, although I have to get through the day with all kinds of painkillers and have to sleep in a sitting position, it's getting a bit better now. I think your wish must have helped!
Thank you for the compliments on the song. Especially about the 'spoken words'. I thought I had to do that, but normally it's no5t my taste. It is a test if I could get out of my groove...

Originally Posted By: Janice & Bud
John, we mean Hans, we’ve missed you and what a strong lyric and performance you’ve brought with your return ! wink
We hope all goes well with your surgery and that you return better than ever quickly.

The dynamics in this are awesome and reflect the complacency surrounding the subject as well as the urgency for change.
The arrangement is very effective with the spoken word transitions to singing and solos. The piano was lovely.
That is a great mix! Perfect soundstage on the monitors. The drums pop!
Outstanding piano track.
Your English sounds just fine to us also as does the entire vocal track.
Powerful!

J&B


J&B, about the operation and so on, read what I wrote above. It will take a long time for things to heal, but at least I'm on my way back!
What a nice compliment you gave to me! I even felt a bit like 'a' John...

Originally Posted By: firesong
Hans...this is an excellent production in so many ways...it's message, the dynamics, the spoken and sung interchange, the vocals, instrumentation and arrangement are all very pro sounding and I really enjoyed each aspect of this fine piece of music! I wish you the best for your surgery...Dan


Dan, thanks a lot for your very nice comment! That felt very nice...

Originally Posted By: Bass Thumper
Hans, this is great from top to bottom. Nothing wrong with your English at all. Loved the acoustic guitar solo and the bass and e-guitar at the end.
I envisioned a massive outdoor eco-concert with thousands in the crowd and you at center stage.
Top shelf in every aspect.

PS> Everything will go well with your medical issue man. And then you'll be back writing great stuff again.


Bass Thumper, what nice of you to say all this. In that vision I can see you standing as a highlighted member of the band doing this all ;-)

Well thanks everyone and I try to catch up with al your songs!

Have a nice day,
Hans

Hans Berkhout
(Birchwood)
https://soundcloud.com/user-296497130