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Here is a new song for 2024. Robert lyrics convey his love for cycling. In his hometown on Vancouver Island there is many beautiful areas to cycle. Why We Ride - Video Why We Ride - Soundcloud Audio Only Robert Cordrey, lyrics, vocals, video production Scott Collingwood, lead guitar and fills, soundtrack production Band in a Box, Leonardo.ai, Kyber.ai Mixed and Mastered in Studio One 6 More Spirit Level can be heard at ://soundcloud.com/spiritlevel.ca The Band: File:why we ride1.SGU Key=Eb , Tempo 145, Length (m:s)=2:28 6 bar intro, 80 bar chorus, from bar 7 to bar 86. Repeat x1 chorus Melody has 767 notes, Melody harmony is < no harmony >(0) Soloist track has 230 notes, Soloist harmony is < no harmony >(0) Song is saved with Volume, Pan, Reverb, Chorus, Bank0, Song is saved with bar changes for Time signature, Style is _CTROK12.STY (Country Rock w/ 12-String) RealTracks in song: ~683:Bass, Electric, PopHalfNotesPush Ev 120 RealTracks in style: ~690:Organ, B3, Background Pop Ev 165 RealTracks in song: 3768:Guitar, 12-String Electric, Rhythm ModernPopBrent Ev 120 RealTracks in song: 2534:Guitar, 12-String Acoustic, HeldChords RealTracks in song: 2507:String Quartet, Rhythm PopEvenChamber Ev 120 RealTracks in song: 2509:Cello, Background PopEven Ev 120 (1TrackStringQuartet) RealDrums in style:NashvilleOutlaw^10-a:Snare, HiHat , b:Snare, Ride Lyrics: Why We Ride by Spirit Level Why We Ride when the endless road ends at Unexpected alloy hope corrodes in the ditch you`re disconnected revive your rusty rims in the beauty of cadence 50-34 spins rotating radiance you may ask where might ask when never ask why we ride a clear path through trees under your own steam all you ever wanted as a human powered machine oh the heart hill hurt that`s your pay dirt circulating flight left & right on a bike you may ask where might ask when never ask why why we ride never ask why we ride © Robert Cordrey Oct. 2023
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Hi, Scott. This has got Rob's fingerprints all over it.. Along with your guitar playing  . The song has a very delicate feel, with the guitar arpeggios "floating" over the drums groove. It was a bit disconnected and dreamy - an interesting texture! Cool.
-- David Cuny My virtual singer development blogVocal control, you say. Never heard of it. Is that some kind of ProTools thing?BiaB 2025 | Windows 11 | Reaper | Way too many VSTis.
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Hi Scott C,
Very pretty composition full of charm. It's well done and I love the lead guitar. Wrll done. I appreciated.
Jani
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Robert and Scott, I thoroughly enjoyed my ride!
Excellent job on everything, mix, vocal, guitars.
Back in my day the only time we started panic buying was when the bartender shouted "last call"!
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Very nice Scott. That video was very well done, and I thought your guitar was outstanding on this. Great mix.
Brad
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Ha! First time I've ever heard a chainring size in a song lyric. Well done! Seriously, a transportive song that captures the road beautifully. Great performances by both of you, and nicely produced.
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We didn’t know that we shared the love of cycling with Robert, and you and he have captured the feeling of pure joy that we encounter while riding.
Video, lyric, performances and mix are all in the “wheelhouse” for this spin! 😊
Enjoyed it!
J&B
PS As Gary Klein said, “Biking is about rhythm and flow. It's the wind in you face and the challenge of hammering up along hill. It's the reward at the top and the thrill of a high-speed descent. Biking lets you come alive in both body and spirit. After awhile the bike disappears beneath you and you feel as if you're suspended in midair.”
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
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David, Jani and Mario. Thanks for checking out the song. I thought this would be a perfect song of ours to bring on the spring. Really glad you liked it..
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A delicate arrangement, interesting lyrics. Nice guitar.
Dreamy.
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Hey Y'all.
Love this!
It is very magical sounding, and radiates joy. I can tell it all comes straight from the heart, including the lovely guitar.
Great job!
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Watched this when you first uploaded. I really like the sound you and Robert have developed, you guys sound great together. Enjoyed the video also!
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"rotating radiance" --That's apt and excellent imagery.
You've maintained the SL mystical quality to your music
Flawlessly integrated guitar work, Scott!
"I want to ride my bicycle..."
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Scott / Robert,
Wow, that's a beautiful song... The production is really superb. The combination of Scott's playing and Robert's vocals are hard to beat.
Love it - a new favorite from Spirit Level.
Bob
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Hello, Scott & Robert. I enjoyed this song and video for the first time the other day. What a fun ride. Never ask why cuz the answer is the ineffable experience of the ride. Love the video, the lyrics, the vocals, the guitars, the band, the mix and the lasting feeling.
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Very nice Scott. That video was very well done, and I thought your guitar was outstanding on this. Great mix.
Brad Thank you Brad, Ron, Janice and Bud, Izzy, Floyd, David, Dave Scott, Bob, and Marty. Really glad you liked the song. Your comments are very much appreciated..
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I can't put my finger on it why I like this song, but I like it. A lot. It's different, but in the best possible way. Well done, Scott & Co. ![[Linked Image - Only viewable when logged in]](https://www.pgmusic.com/forums/images/icons/default/thumbs_up.gif)
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Hi Robert and Scott,
I heard the song some days ago on YT and I thought I replied there on it.
But I couldn't find it. So I wrote a few admiring words about the song again, but because of the sudden end I swiped back, but did not save those words: Gone!
So I wrote some nice words again and for this post I will repeat the gist here: Lovely song, good solo and a creative way of singing by Robert.
But those distances... exhausting...
Hans
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Unexpected subject, but creative and handled in a nice poetic way, a human powered machine  Interesting melody and chord structure, that chorus part is a really beautiful ride. Pleasant arrangement with Scott's sparkling guitar and riding drums. And Robert's unique voice is the guiding star on the endless road. Janne
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