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Hi Folks. Here is a tune I wrote a couple of months back. I messed up on a key change in the last chorus, but it was too late to turn back, so I recorded "as is". All constructive comments are always welcomed and thank you for giving this time. I Am Learning Lyrics: Stranded on deserted island. No place to hide, or run from yourself. Whispers of sand, music of water, But you keep burning fires, waiting for help. I am learning to breathe like fish underwater, Crawl like snake in the garden, Fly like crow through the valley, Hunt like lions and tigers. I am hungry mosquito, An old leatherback turtle, A kitten-bandito, Honey bee on a myrtle. This world has (an) identity crisis, Forgetting that life is priceless... Don't put a tag on me, don't put a tag on me. Don't make me paint my pride, or make me choose a side, Or ride your wild tide while I am sleeping. Do you remember the time when life seemed so easy? Walking the thin line, flirting with death... listening to, Whispers of sand, music of water, but you keep burning bridges, calling for help. I am learning to breathe like fish underwater.... Tech stuff: Composition, lyrics, vocals - me. BIAB: 1418:Bass, Electric, SouthernRock Ev16 085 3442:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm BritPsycFunky Ev16 100 3703:Guitar, Acoustic, Fingerpicking 90sAcRockSlowGroove Ev 090 3642:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm DublinPopSlowLowSteady Ev16 105 3928:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm AltRockFunkyGritLowChug Ev16 095 511:Guitar, Electric, Soloist Dire Ev 140 RD: Americana16thsSyncFred^1-a:QuarterHiHat,Snare , b:QuarterRide,Snare ---- Synths of Kontakt, recorded in Cakewalk.
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Misha, fun tune! The music has a mystical, hypnotic vibe to my western ears, and the lyrics hint at meanings I'm still discovering. Makes for fun listening (twice so far). Think your key change "mess up" sounds fine, at least to me. Great vocals and nicely mixed, too. Love it, like all your stuff. Thanks for sharing!
DC Ron
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Too many guitars (is that a thing?)
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Misha, this is a fantastic fun song.
Love that groove.
Super vocal and lyrics.
Perfect mix.
What messed up key change problem?
Whenever I get something stuck in the back of my throat, I dislodge it by drinking a beer.
It's called the Heineken Maneuver.
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Catchy and funky.  That makes it a fun listen, and has the side effect of switching off my critical listening skills. 
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I really like the intro. Fun song.
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Mornin' Misha....
DC Ron is right...."The music has a mystical, hypnotic vibe to my western ears".
I've described your style having a 'hypnotic' delivery several times....and I like it, and echo other comments.
Very well done.
Hope all is well.
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Hey Misha, I'm always impressed by your mixes and this is an example of why. Cool catchy melody in this song combined with your many talents provided a good listen.
Brad
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Hi Misha,
Wow, I really like this one! I really like the feel of the main section especially.
Love that Soloist Dire RT! Great sound. First listen I thought it was a tad too loud in the mix, changed my mind on my second listen, it's right where it should be.
Excellent!
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My favorite part is when you start breathing underwater. Really good write, Misha, and I really like the vocal --and of course all the magic you build behind it. Very cool changes that dance around as you learn. Man, you always present the songs that make your listeners want to stand and applaud --so I actually did this morning. It sounded like a tree falling when no one was around, but the crash was full of respect.
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Masterfully atmospheric, Misha.
You have such imagination.
Vic
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Hi Misha,
The first thought that came in my mind while listening to your song was "I really like it".
When writing this down here, I saw Dave had the same words. Well, now we both do.
But I don't think it's a fun story. It is a harsh one and all so true!
The way you sing it feels lighthearted, but I think you're more cynical because of everything that's happening these days.
Am I right, or do you just say "thanks Hans"...
Whatever, it's a very good song,
Hans
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A terrific Soundscape.
Lyrics that make one think.
Nicely mixed.
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Misha,
Mesmerizing and so creative... Love the lyrics and the production is absolutely top shelf stuff.
Loved it!
Bob
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"A kitten-bandito"? I never heard that before, but I like it. Clever.
One of the most original songs on the forum as of late.
Again, excellent work putting at the musical parts together to make a listening delight.
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Boy do I like how you mixed this song. The acoustic on the intro was so deep in the field of sound. Very cool groove Misha. Excellent vocal and instrument selection. Well done
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Your writing and the resulting songs are magical, Misha.
Janice always reads the lyric first and shows Bud her favorite lines so here’s those lines for this one.
“This world has (an) identity crisis,
Forgetting that life is priceless...
Don't put a tag on me, don't put a tag on me.
Don't make me paint my pride, or make me choose a side,
Or ride your wild tide while I am sleeping.”
You take us on an enjoyable journey even when the subject is anything but joyous.
No need to parse it out ... vocals, band, arrangement and mix are standout.
We enjoyed it!
J&B
Our albums and singles are on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, YouTube Music, Pandora and more. If interested search on Janice Merritt. Thanks! Our Videos are here on our website.
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Wow, full of imagination and interesting lyrics. I liked the little scat vocal for the solo. Great mix and I didn’t hear your mistake. Well done, Tom
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I expect the unexpected with every new song you write, and you never disappoint.
I don't know why I like this song so much, it's kinda hypnotic, but I LOVE it.
Some unusual arrangement choices, but that's probably why your song works so well.
Kudos!
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