Originally Posted by rsdean
Marty,

This is such an excellent song. I love the melody and the chorus is really outstanding. Your vocal is so clear & present - another one of your best!

Yes, that marimba was a great choice. It fits perfectly.

Awesome mix and an awesome production!

Bob
Thanks, Bob.

Originally Posted by Andrew Dee
Hi Marty! You can hear the ache in your vocals - the sense that the relationship is irretrievable. That repeating title works in the chorus - like a person going over and over the situation.

The marimba works for the passing of time in the bridge - good to hear your songwriter’s perspective of instrumental choices and what influenced your decision making.

The key change for the repeat of the chorus extends the life of the song wonderfully, and that guitar solo is styled just right for the song.

BTW - the second line of your chorus sings ‘Let’s turn this ship around’.

Good song!

Andrew D
Hello, Andrew. Thanks, I wasn't sure about the over-and-overness. "BTW - the second line of your chorus sings ‘Let’s turn this ship around’." Or does it?

Originally Posted by MarioD
Marty, one thing that didn't go down down down was my enthusiasm for this song!
Great vocal and lead work
Super arrangement and mix
This is a really good song.
Thanks, Mario.

Originally Posted by Al-David
Hi Marty,,

You sure know how to put a top-shelf song together. This is a great listen. The mix is particularly excellent. Everything is crystal clear and perfectly placed. Your vocal shines bright.

Yep, marimbas worked great! Good choice. Loved the key change near the end. A modulation seems to breathe new energy into a song, in my opinion.

You keep turning out hit material. They're always a pleasure to hear.

Alan
Hello, Alan. I was worried the marimba might give it to much of an island sound, but then the Bridges should always be a bit of a diversion. wink That modulation was to give rise to new hope.

Enjoy whatever happens!
marty

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