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Hi everyone, Sorry I was away for some time. These times are a bit troublesome and I made a song about that. It is a Bluesy song and called: When fools vote https://on.soundcloud.com/xudkn1Ky35m1zP7d7In a lot of western countries there are democratic tensions. And you also notice this during elections. Well, that's the brief summary. The lyrics will tell what I mean. I hope you enjoy the song. Or at least tell me what you think of it. Hans / Birchwood When fools vote (c) HWBerkhout (15022025) I drive the highway, near the shore No turning back, like times before Harmony: Kind of lonely, this fridaynight I've heard all the news, it made me sigh Is seems the world has lost its mind Still on that highway, speeding fast Feels like I'm racing through the past Harmony: Kind of lonely, this fridaynight Wars are brewing, tensions rise Look around you, it's no surprise Chorus You Fools, look what you've done 'We, the people' will be overrun You vote for tyrants, creeps and clowns, causing us all going 'down' You let crooks destroy democracy But you call it 'fate', so carelessly... Harmony: Kind of lonely, this fridaynight You might forgot they go their own way You will regret it, one day! Solo Chorus I once trusted justice and the state but that quickly crumbled and I lost my faith Harmony: Kind of lonely, how does this end? See them grin, grabbing all power Leaving us a 'cold shower'! Chorus last line: .... causing the world going 'down' Outro I drive the highway, near the shore No turning back, not like before Harmony: Kind of lonely, that's what it is I pressed the gas, into the darkness Letting my thoughts go free, think I hear the sea...
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Hans, welcome back! Wow, this song has a great sound, and your vocals/harmonies are dynamite. Like the band a lot, how much is BiaB? You've definitely gotten some extraordinarily good sounds from whatever you are doing.
Seems we are destined to live in interesting times...
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Great song, production and mix. Totally agree with the lyrics!
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Really good production, and I esp liked the solo area. Nice drive. Enjoyed my listen!
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Hans, sounds great.
The lyrics describe the previous administration to a tee.
When you are at the checkout line and they ask if you found everything say "Why, are you hiding stuff?"
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The lyric sums up this mad, mad world, Hans.
Good dynamics.
Well done.
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Hi Ron, WaoBand, Tano, Mario and Vicarn, Thanks very much for listening and replying on this political song. I have always been politically involved. From the past, and when I entered politics myself, and still afterwards, as you have noticed. I also know it's a sensitive subject. It can even causes wars ;-) But the setup of the song itself is a bit of layback; I'm driving a car, feeling lonely and musing about the situation in the world. And I got angry at those who contribute to this. That was the atmosphere I tried to achieve in this song. So it's a song about people in the United States today, but also about Germany (lately) and my country last year, whose voices are causing democracy to slide backwards. Because that worries me. Hans, welcome back! Wow, this song has a great sound, and your vocals/harmonies are dynamite. Like the band a lot, how much is BiaB? You've definitely gotten some extraordinarily good sounds from whatever you are doing.
Seems we are destined to live in interesting times... Hi Ron, you're always quick in responding to my songs, and so nicely too. Thank you for that. Yes, a lot of the band is made with BiaB, only the vocals are mine. I forgot to mention that in the introduction of this song. You say 'we seem to be destined to live in interesting times', I say 'convicted'. These are very nasty times... Great song, production and mix. Totally agree with the lyrics! Hi Wao, thanks a lot, for both compliments! Really good production, and I esp liked the solo area. Nice drive. Enjoyed my listen! Hello Tano, I'm pleased you liked the song and sound. When I was searching for solo-sounds I heard this one and was sold. I had to do a lot of rendering to get it as it is, but the sound of it was really meant for this song. Hans, sounds great.
The lyrics describe the previous administration to a tee. Hahaha, Mario. you're a funny guy, talking about the lyrics. But as you can read in my intro in this post, I am more dissapointed in the voters in a lot of countries causing democracy and 'we, the people' having Bad Luck (my other song ;-)). But thanks a lot for your comment! The lyric sums up this mad, mad world, Hans.
Good dynamics.
Well done.
Vic Hi Vic, you say it very well! It is a mad world and becoming dangerous too soon. Thanks for your compliments! In spite of the message in the song, I hope you all have a nice time, or at least, some inspiration for new songs, Hans
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For Don,
You asked me if it was all BiaB that I used for the song.
I replied to you it was, but forgot to give you the details.
Here they are:
Style is _CARRYON.STY (Carry On Even Acoustic Blues)
The key is C and the tempo 105
RealTracks in song: 2915:Bass, Electric CountryPopByron12-key Ev 085
RealTracks in song: 2906:Piano, ElectricVintage, Rhythm BluesyPopMike Ev 100
RealTracks in style: 2677:Guitar, Acoustic, Rhythm BluesStraightBrent Ev 085
RealTracks in song: 3062:Guitar, Acoustic, Rhythm TrainBluesColin Ev16 090
RealTracks in song: 2905:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm BrightBluesyPopColin Ev 100
RealTracks in song: 1706:Guitar, Electric, Soloist CountryBrent Ev 085 (Bluesy)
RealDrums in Song:NashPopBallad^01-a:SideStick, Partially Closed HiHat , b:Snare, Partially Closed HiHat
Hope you will make a song with this too,
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Good song, Hans, I think you have captured the strange times we live in perfectly. Scary stuff!
Excellent vocal, arrangement, and mix.
Enjoyed!
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Nicely done. Good job on this.
It was kinda difficult to determine exactly what you were trying to say. But, I think we're on a better path now.
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Good song, Hans, liked the harmonies - they were effective, sparse though they were. Yeah, Trump is a huge embarrassment, but we got through 4 years and he didn't blow the world up, so we can do it again (I hope). Problem is, the Democrats are just as bad. I vote Green Party, I wish more people would do that. Sorry to anyone offended by the political commentary, but it was a political song, so...
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A dynamic song with sensational lyrics. From what I can tell they are timely, and they hit pretty close to the mark 
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My dear Birchwood. you are not alone in sharing this impression. Unfortunately there is always a guy to open the gas valve saying: it's the boss who told me to do it! Bravo for your song.
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"It seems the world has lost its mind." Yeah, not the best time to tap into the collective consciousness. Best thing is the songs that come out of times like this. I'd rather talk about that. Now this one is really good, and it lets us know there are still smart folks who can make good music. Like Bob TM said, a big embarrassment.
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Your laidback blues made me feel better despite the sad message. I felt like I was with you in the car and hoping the sea would calm me more... Let's hope that reason will rise from the ruins left behind by clowns and their blind followers.
Another pleasant arrangement with nice chords, all instruments support your drive, The softer verses and the more powerful chorus show nice contrast. Brent solo works perfectly here. Your voice is strong as always and I really enjoyed those harmonies.
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Excellent timing for the song Hans. The current situation we are in is very disturbing. I understand the need for change and trying to improve the situations we live in but I don't understand.. Where are all the normal people that could sit down and have a conversation and talk things out. It seems for the last 20 years the lunatics are taking over the asylum. So for the rant. The song was excellent..
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Hi Dave, Herb, TuneMonger and Audiotrack, Thanks a lot for your response. It took me a while to answer you. Now I’m in Sevilla (Spain) for a very short holiday and have the write you 😎 Good song, Hans, I think you have captured the strange times we live in perfectly. Scary stuff! Hi Dave, yes, we live in a strange time now. And it came so fast and is changing even faster. Did you ever imagine you become a foe of your neighbor? But thanks for the compliments on the song! Nicely done. Good job on this.
It was kinda difficult to determine exactly what you were trying to say. But, I think we're on a better path now. Excellent vocal, arrangement, and mix. Enjoyed! Hi GH, is it still difficult to see the point in the song? I don’t have much illusions it’s getting better at the short time. And I don’t mean the US, but also the decline of democratic values al over the world. That’s of great concern, I think. But thank you for your very nice words on the technical parts on the song! Good song, Hans, liked the harmonies - they were effective, sparse though they were. Yeah, Trump is a huge embarrassment, but we got through 4 years and he didn't blow the world up, so we can do it again (I hope). Problem is, the Democrats are just as bad. I vote Green Party, I wish more people would do that. Sorry to anyone offended by the political commentary, but it was a political song, so... Hi TuneMonger, thanks for your comments on the song. As I wrote to GH (above) I am concerned about anti democratic movements you can see nowadays. And I think -in the case of the US- 4 more years at this speed of decline, is a lot! But you mentioned something else, and very interesting; you voted for another party then the two big ones. In my country (and in Europe) we have a lot of parties (maybe too much), but it’s better than only two, I believe. A dynamic song with sensational lyrics. From what I can tell they are timely, and they hit pretty close to the mark Hi AT, thanks a lot for your nice words and I think our thoughts on this issue align pretty well! I wish you all a very nice day, Hans
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Such a cool sound from your instrumentation along with that unique sound in the vocal harmony. The band you put together is a treat to listen to. The chorus hits the nail on the head.
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The politics of the world, summarized in a single protest song. About the same in every country. Your lyrics express what pretty much everyone is thinking about the situation right now, and they do it really well. In some places the vocals sound a bit over-processed, but I guess that's intentional. Good song ![[Linked Image - Only viewable when logged in]](https://www.pgmusic.com/forums/images/icons/default/thumbs_up.gif)
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Hi Hans, sometimes I don't have much to offer about the music but this did evoke some strong feelings. You certainly captured the perplexity and pain of the deterioration. Wasn't sure if the driver intended to drive into the ocean or simply be by that glorious expanse of nature that returns sanity to the mind. It's a good cliffhanger. Was it intentional?
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