Hi David C, B.D. Thomas, Deej and Floyd,

As I wrote in my reply from yesterday, I am very sorry it took some time to respond to your so nice posts and why that was!
But in a way I'm back now.

David
Originally Posted By: dcuny
Hi, Hans.
I'm not a huge fan of spoken word in a song, but I'm always willing to make an exception. This works well and the arrangement keeps my attention.
Nice work!

Quote:
But in the Netherlands they think i am, so that is nice.

Ha! laugh


David, I feel a bit the same about those 'spoken words', but it was my challenge to do it for two reasons;
1) for a non native speaker it is a challenge to do it, and
2) I've never made songs like this and I often like to get out of my groove. Maybe to avoid staying in one... ;-)

And I'm very happy you were so willing to listen to it enthough it's not your piece of cake. Thanks!

Originally Posted By: B.D.Thomas
I like the alternation between narration and vocals, it creates a nice contrast between verses and chorus and makes the song very interesting.
Really well done.

I wish you all the best for your surgery and hope everything goes well.


B.D., what a nice compliment, thanks! And about that operation: It's behind my back now, but man, I certainly can't recommend it!!!


Originally Posted By: Deej56
Hans,
First off, sorry to hear about the health challenge; I hope the suregery goes well and am sending good thoughts your way.

The song is excellent. The vocal sits so well in the mix. Like that acoustic lead guitar a lot— had to look at the RT. I’ve sued it before, but it never sounded that good. Chorus is really catchy; BGVs in chorus are outstanding.
Just brilliant!

My very best to you,
Deej


Deej, I think your good thoughts helped me get trough that process. I still have my voice, but don't know yet if it can be used for singing. Anyway not now!
But I made two songs before it all happened. An English and a Dutch song. You will probably hear them soon.
And thanks a lot for your wonderful compliments. I am busy learning to improve my mixing and so to read I am making progress on that road!

Originally Posted By: floyd jane
Hans,
I'd be pleased to be able to speak any 2nd language HALF as well (or 1/10th as well) as you speak/sing English.
It is impressive.

A beautiful opening! That's a very cool acoustic. The violin works.
GOOD vocals!!
The acoustic lead works well for the song/production.
Drums sounds really good.

A thoughtful arrangement. EXCELLENT Mix.
An important message.

This is Really Good! You have come a long way on this musical journey. Top of the mountain.
So good.

I wish you well. Health and happiness.
fj


Floyd, wow, that's a huge compliment I got from you! And although you said so, I don't think I'm on that mountain yet. I'm still climbing, but you made clear it isn't in the wrong direction!
Don't hesitate to tell me if that happens in another song...

Gentlemen, you gave me a very good feeling with your comments! I feel honored...

Hans

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