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Lazy Daze #850234 04/23/25 06:55 AM User Showcase
Joined: Jun 2024 Posts: 64 Ormond Beach Jim Gear OP Enthusiast
OP Jim Gear Enthusiast Joined: Jun 2024 Posts: 64 Ormond Beach	https://soundcloud.com/jim-gear/dreamy-daze?si=050a6ebd17034cec99ab4c88ab3ef3fd&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing This is my latest song. I have been on a "Yacht Rock" musical journey the last few months and I guess it rubbed off a little in the writing and production of the tune. Its aptly named "Lazy Daze", as it has a dreamy laid back island vibe. The production is all RealTracks except for my lead vocals and harmonies. I mixed and edited in Reaper. Lazy Daze by jim gear I'm no fake, understand Pump your brake, while letting your head expand Just trust in your mellow side I bake, on the sand Half awake, oblivious to the ways of man i'm just out of reach of the tide Did I mention the moon Coming up too soon to carry us away Did I mention the moon Lazy Daze (I got the disease now) Lazy Daze (I'm down on my knees now) Come stroll on the beach, fade'n the heat Just dreaming the days away And I think, everything gon be allright Did I mention the moon Coming up too soon It's been such a lovely day Did I mention the moon There's gonna be days When I just can't seem to find the answer Just let the ocean be my private dancer Dance on the waves Lazy Daze (catchin' the breeze now) Lazy Daze (down on the breeze now Lazy Daze (catchin the breeze now) Lazy Daze (down on my knees now) **** Song Summary ********* Title: Lazy Daze File:autoload.SGU Key=F#m, Tempo 90, Length (m:s)=1:43 No intro. 35 bar chorus, from bar 1 to bar 35. Repeat x1 chorus Melody has 263 notes, Melody harmony is < no harmony >(0) No Soloist track. Song is saved with Volume, Pan, Reverb, Chorus, Bank0, Style is _REGGAS2.STY (Slow Swing 16 Reggae 2) RealTracks in style: 1157:Bass, Electric, ReggaeSlow Sw 075 RealTracks in style: 1160:Piano, Acoustic, Rhythm ReggaeSlow Sw 075 RealTracks in style: 1158:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm ReggaeSlow Sw 075 RealTracks in style: 1159:Organ, B3, Rhythm ReggaeSlow Sw 075 RealTracks in song: ~2290:Horn Section, Rhythm SlowPop Ev16 065 RealTracks in song: 1761:Guitar, Acoustic, Strumming Pop16ths Ev16 085 RealDrums in Song:SoulJazzMellowPop^1-a:Snare,Hat , b:Snare,Ride *****************

Re: Lazy Daze Jim Gear #850245 04/23/25 07:41 AM User Showcase
Joined: Aug 2024 Posts: 461 Brossac, France BYOBand Journeyman
BYOBand Journeyman Joined: Aug 2024 Posts: 461 Brossac, France	Hi there Jim, What a nice song! I like the breathy vocals, the harmonies, the understated islander sound. The only thing that got "stuck in my craw" so to speak is the line "I got the disease". Frankly, my mind went to some sorry sod catching something from an island prostitute. The rest is so easy, breezy and sets the scene well though.

Re: Lazy Daze BYOBand #850249 04/23/25 10:10 AM User Showcase
Joined: Jun 2024 Posts: 64 Ormond Beach Jim Gear OP Enthusiast
OP Jim Gear Enthusiast Joined: Jun 2024 Posts: 64 Ormond Beach	BYOBand, thanks for having a listen. I’m happy you enjoyed my song. I debated the “disease” line and actually changed it only to change it back in the final version. Having the “lazy disease” is a very common colloquial expression where I come from and have lived my whole life and it just felt very genuine in the context of the song. Thank you again for your kind comments. Jim

Re: Lazy Daze Jim Gear #850261 04/23/25 02:36 PM User Showcase
Joined: Nov 2008 Posts: 2,547 DC Ron Veteran
DC Ron Veteran Joined: Nov 2008 Posts: 2,547	Hey, Jim. Yep, think you've caught the Yacht Rock disease. Cool tune. Great BiaB backing track with some unique sounds, especially in the opening. Really nice vocals and harmonies. Might suggest a fade ending since you're appropriately repeating the theme over and over during the last section. Nicely done! DC Ron BiaB Audiophile Presonus Studio One StudioCat DAW dual screen Presonus Faderport 16 Too many guitars (is that a thing?)

Re: Lazy Daze Jim Gear #850266 04/23/25 03:01 PM User Showcase
Joined: Mar 2025 Posts: 220 Adelaide, Sth Aust. Andrew Dee Apprentice
Andrew Dee Apprentice Joined: Mar 2025 Posts: 220 Adelaide, Sth Aust.	Hi Jim! A really good melodic and listenable song. It reminded me of the style of Jack Johnson - not sure if that was because of the singing style, lyrical theme, harmonies or genre - and a very good example of the music and lyrics being as one. The line cliche I - Imaj7 - I7 - IV is the gift that keeps on giving, both in your song and in many others. It still sounds unique in your hands. I looooove reggae and there is never enough of it going around. Great use of harmonies also - it would be good to hear from you to unpack why and how you used vocal harmonies in different parts of the song. Andrew D Regards, Andrew D Adelaide, Sth Aust Soundcloud: https://on.soundcloud.com/SQE4btVvNVkLq74e9 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@andrewoftheantipodes

Re: Lazy Daze DC Ron #850273 04/23/25 05:02 PM User Showcase
Joined: Jun 2024 Posts: 64 Ormond Beach Jim Gear OP Enthusiast
OP Jim Gear Enthusiast Joined: Jun 2024 Posts: 64 Ormond Beach	DC Ron, Thanks for listening. I appreciate your input. It was a fun song to produce. Thanks again, Jim

Re: Lazy Daze Andrew Dee #850274 04/23/25 05:08 PM User Showcase
Joined: Jun 2024 Posts: 64 Ormond Beach Jim Gear OP Enthusiast
OP Jim Gear Enthusiast Joined: Jun 2024 Posts: 64 Ormond Beach	Andrew Dee, Thanks for the kind comment. I truly appreciate the feedback. I like a little island feel to my music as well. I love Jack Johnson, btw. The harmony choices are pretty much in most of my songs. I try to leave space in my songs so that each part is free to make its own statement. Thanks again for listening and commenting.

Re: Lazy Daze Jim Gear #850280 04/23/25 05:55 PM User Showcase
Joined: Feb 2010 Posts: 2,472 Maryland TuneMonger Veteran
TuneMonger Veteran Joined: Feb 2010 Posts: 2,472 Maryland	Nice production. I really like your voice, it has a lot of character. I can hear you doing a whole different genre than yacht rock. You might do well as a Bryan Ferry-type fronting Roxy Music, for instance. Just throwing that out there. Windows 11, Intel Core I5 10400, 16 gig ram, Scarlett 2i2, Sony Acid Music Studio 10, BIAB 2020 UltraPlus Pak

Re: Lazy Daze TuneMonger #850303 04/24/25 04:23 AM User Showcase
Joined: Jun 2024 Posts: 64 Ormond Beach Jim Gear OP Enthusiast
OP Jim Gear Enthusiast Joined: Jun 2024 Posts: 64 Ormond Beach	TuneMonger, Thanks for taking the time to have a listen and leave a comment. I’m a Bryan Ferry fan from way back so thanks for the comparison. I have recordings in several different vocal styles. I just try to use the ones that fit the mood of the song. Sometimes it works. Again, thanks for stopping by.

Re: Lazy Daze Jim Gear #850317 04/24/25 06:23 AM User Showcase
Joined: May 2019 Posts: 4,350 Dallas, PA, USA BabuMusic Veteran
BabuMusic Veteran Joined: May 2019 Posts: 4,350 Dallas, PA, USA	Oh, yeah, this one is perfect for the island feel. SO well done, Jim. Love the vocal and harmony. This is kind of music to have plugged into your ears while walking on the beach, or just sipping margaritas in the shade. Enjoy whatever happens! marty YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@babumusic51 SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/marty-straub Band in a Box, Reaper, Cakewalk, Ozone 11

Re: Lazy Daze BabuMusic #850323 04/24/25 08:52 AM User Showcase
Joined: Jun 2024 Posts: 64 Ormond Beach Jim Gear OP Enthusiast
OP Jim Gear Enthusiast Joined: Jun 2024 Posts: 64 Ormond Beach	Baby music, Thanks for listening! You got the attitude just right. Thanks so much for the kind words and BTW, congratulations on your Top 40 Showcase selection. Well deserved. Jim

Re: Lazy Daze Jim Gear #850351 04/24/25 05:27 PM User Showcase
Joined: Sep 2018 Posts: 3,292 Virginia USA Ezekiel's Storm Veteran
Ezekiel's Storm Veteran Joined: Sep 2018 Posts: 3,292 Virginia USA	Cool sound. Fabulous vocal with lovely harmonizing. I love the production technique with the placement of the different bits. I going say it again, love that harmony!

Re: Lazy Daze Jim Gear #850371 04/24/25 10:14 PM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2012 Posts: 8,336 Originally Missouri ... Now Al... Al-David Veteran
Al-David Veteran Joined: Dec 2012 Posts: 8,336 Originally Missouri ... Now Al...	Hi Jimj, It's nice to hear another one from you. I've always enjoyed your vocals - they're definitive but not intrusive. They blend perfectly with the backing tracks. That can be a tricky balance, but you always seem to find the perfect. Blend. I loved this line: "Let the ocean be my private dancer." That's an excellent choice of words that says more than their generic, individual connotations. Sweet! Thanks for a most delightful listen. Alan BIAB 2024 Ultra Plus-all StylePaksWin1132GB DDR5Rhyzen 9745xAT 2035 MicPeavey Nashville 112 AmpIbanez ART120* Acoustic/Electric/Washburn D200S Acoustic*Stromberg Monterey Jazz Guitar Loops: https://aldavidmusic.wixsite.com/bestmusicloops

Re: Lazy Daze Ezekiel's Storm #850398 04/25/25 06:05 AM User Showcase
Joined: Jun 2024 Posts: 64 Ormond Beach Jim Gear OP Enthusiast
OP Jim Gear Enthusiast Joined: Jun 2024 Posts: 64 Ormond Beach	Ezekiel’s Storm, Thanks for your very nice comments. I appreciate you taking the time for a listen. Jim

Re: Lazy Daze Al-David #850399 04/25/25 06:12 AM User Showcase
Joined: Jun 2024 Posts: 64 Ormond Beach Jim Gear OP Enthusiast
OP Jim Gear Enthusiast Joined: Jun 2024 Posts: 64 Ormond Beach	Alan, I am humbled by your very kind message. I love good melodies and harmonies. I try my best to have them sit naturally in the arrangement. I’m glad you approve. I went back and forth on the “private dancer” line, ultimately deciding to leave it in because it was pure and innocent and fit the mood perfectly. Again, thank you for stopping by and having a listen

Re: Lazy Daze Jim Gear #850418 04/25/25 08:18 AM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 23,057 Hamlin NY MarioD Veteran
MarioD Veteran Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 23,057 Hamlin NY	Jim, you put me in the island mood for something with rum in it! (While we were in the Caribbean every drink had rum in it!) You really captured that island feel. Great vocal and groove Outstanding mix Loved it. My momma didn't raise a fool. And if she did it, was one of my brothers. 64 bit Win 10 Pro, the latest BiaB/RB, Roland Octa-Capture audio interface, a ton of software/hardware

Re: Lazy Daze Jim Gear #850422 04/25/25 09:34 AM User Showcase
Joined: Jun 2024 Posts: 64 Ormond Beach Jim Gear OP Enthusiast
OP Jim Gear Enthusiast Joined: Jun 2024 Posts: 64 Ormond Beach	Mario’s, Thanks,man. I appreciate your positive comments. I’m especially pleased you get the attitude I was shooting for. I live on the beach in Florida and have my entire life. This is pretty much my spirit every day. I’m glad you enjoyed the song. Thank again. Jim

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