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No Magic In Mexico (SoundCloud Link) I've had this idea for a few weeks now and the song finally took shape this weekend. I hope you like it! Lyrics are in the SoundCloud description. _PORTAGE.STY. Portage Simple Solo Country Bal All RealTracks. Quintet. *** with Soloist ***Tempo=95 Instruments: El.Bass, El.Guitar, Ac.Guitar, Ac.Guitar, Drums RD: NashvilleEven8^2-a:Sidestick, HiHat , b:Snare, HiHat :Brian Fullen RT518: Bass, Electric, Pop HalfNotes Ev 085 , Dow Tomlin RT2691: Guitar, Electric, Soloist CountryBalladBrentSimple Ev 085 , Brent Mason RT362: Guitar, Acoustic, Strumming Ev 085 , Tony King RT365: Guitar, Acoustic, Fingerpicking Ev 085 , Jason Roller Mixed in Reaper
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I really like that. Great lyrics. And well sung.
Probably on the top 5 list of the songs you've written that I've heard.
I enjoyed it. Listened twice. First time straight out of the box and the second one reading along. The lyrics are well written.
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Dewey,
That's a great song. Excellent vocal and an excellent mix.
Bob
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Thanks for listening and commenting, Guitar Hacker!
Dewey
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Thanks, Bob! I appreciate your ear and comments.
Dewey
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Dewey, super song! Big melody, deep hooks, killer vocals (love the falsetto swoop at the end) and a relatable theme. My favorite songs are fun to sing along with, and this is certainly that. Preferably while watching a sunset with a cold beverage. Just a great piece of songcraft, and I really enjoyed it a LOT!
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Nice one Dewey.
Not keen on the plodding drum pattern in the verses. You might want to try a less busy one for that.
Just my opinion though. I could be wrong.
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That's a great song, period! If I may make a suggestion anyway... I would elevate every "There's no Magic in Mexico" part, by singing it in harmony, and also inserting a quick lick with a nylon string guitar right after. Make it sound more mexican.
I began in 1970 with a 7 piece dance band. I had other bands, but my most successful one was "The four Windows", a 4 piece guitar band. Many concerts, TV shows, Record contract with EMI and a guitar hit in 1982 in Europe with my "Lonely Seagull".
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Wolf,
I'm flattered but since it's not 100% my work I'll have to ask you to take it down. The other issue is that I will be actively pitching this song and don't want extraneous content out there. I hope you understand! If you perform out and about your town then I don't mind you doing a cover of the song, though.
Na zdrowie and thank you for listening!
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Dewey, there may be no magic in Mexico but there is a ton of magic in this song.
Super vocal and lyrics with just the perfect amount of lead guitar in the supporting roll.
Outstanding mix
One of your best for sure.
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Dewey...Wow! this sounds like a country hit...great write...stellar mix...your vocal is super as usual...pitch it man...I hope someone catches it!
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I'm a huge fan, Dewey, and this is FANtastic. Excellent lyrics with a catchy hook. Really good production, and your vocal sings it all with feeling. A radio worthy write for sure.
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Hi Dewey
Excellent song
Extremely well sung
And the very catchy chorus is really cool
A great song Dewey
Andi ;-)
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Absolutely clear, no problem. I'm taking it off YouTube right now.
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I began in 1970 with a 7 piece dance band. I had other bands, but my most successful one was "The four Windows", a 4 piece guitar band. Many concerts, TV shows, Record contract with EMI and a guitar hit in 1982 in Europe with my "Lonely Seagull".
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It's deleted for ever. It's a great song and I hope you'll have success with it!
I began in 1970 with a 7 piece dance band. I had other bands, but my most successful one was "The four Windows", a 4 piece guitar band. Many concerts, TV shows, Record contract with EMI and a guitar hit in 1982 in Europe with my "Lonely Seagull".
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Wolf,
Thank you for understanding and taking such quick action to remove it.
Dewey
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I fully understand why. I've had a record contract with EMI for several years and have around 50 tunes (C) registered world wide. The rules are very strict.
I began in 1970 with a 7 piece dance band. I had other bands, but my most successful one was "The four Windows", a 4 piece guitar band. Many concerts, TV shows, Record contract with EMI and a guitar hit in 1982 in Europe with my "Lonely Seagull".
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Dewey,
A fun listen. A good backing that never gets in the way.
Checks a lot of current boxes subject-wise.
Heck of a hook!
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I like this one a lot Dewey. Really good mix. Good luck with the pitch - this one deserves to be cut. Look forward to hearing it.
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The excellent write and vocals set a high bar from the get go.
And the BiaB Wrecking Crew is perfect for the production. It sounds like a well honed club band.
Janice commented that it reminded her of something Brad Paisley would perform.
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