Originally Posted by rayc
It's a sweet, lovely thing Marty.
Side note...I think your voice is overwhelmed on the 1st line by the band.
COOL video for a lovely song & a wonderful vocal performance.
Glad you're healing body & soul.
Thanks, Ray, and I always love your ears on the side notes. Man, when mixing I realized the vocal was all over the place especially regarding volume. I spent so much time bringing notes and phrases up or down, but you can hear it still has flaws.

Originally Posted by floyd jane
Marty (& friends),

Touching. Dad-writes are cool. Well done.
Love your vocal! Passionate!

Strings by Shigeki Adachi are delightful, soaring...

Awesome video!

fj
Thanks, Floyd. Mom-writes are harder. Yeah, the vocals took a long time, and I even practiced before hand. smile Shigeki Adachi is a dream. I imagine what he will do with the song, and when he sends me the tracks they are always way over the top of what I expected.

Originally Posted by BYOBand
This is the perfect Father's Day song. It sure evoked lots of happy memories for me...my Dad smelled of Old Spice too. Your vocal is exceptionally passionate (I hope your throat has recovered!). Love the piano solo. I suspect that while Dad as you knew him might have been embarassed, Dad wherever he is now would be touched.
Thanks, Beth. That's the first thing Hans said too. Very cool our dads all used Old Spice. For some reason I think that is really cool. Dad and I used to play the old piano in our basement. I'd play the bottom half and he'd dance around the high notes like Chico Marx. Wish I had a recording of that.

Originally Posted by dcuny
Hi, Marty.

I'd hate to use "heartfelt" again, but that's the right word. smile

Dan's version is an excellent production, but you bring you to the song.

Lovely strings!
Thanks, David. Every song I've ever written I'd prefer someone else sing them, but this one... well, it only makes sense, huh? Still, I agree that Dan is the real deal when it comes to vocal productions.

Originally Posted by Izzy
Marty, this is exquisite. A profoundly touching elegy to a father's enduring presence. The song resonates with a quiet, powerful grace, a testament to the invisible threads of love that bind us across time and space.

Hearing this felt like stepping into a beautifully preserved memory; each note, each carefully chosen word, a brushstroke painting a vivid portrait of a man whose influence clearly continues to shape your world. The "Old Spice" mention struck a chord of nostalgia , and the image of him cheering from the sidelines, a steadfast pillar of support, is deeply moving.

Beyond the personal narrative, the song speaks to something universal, about the lasting impact of a good father – a quiet hero who guides us, supports us, and remains by our side long after they're gone. In your song, you've created a beautiful testament to that enduring bond, a song that will undoubtedly touch the hearts of many as it did mine because my late father would have also turned 100 this year, was supportive of my dismall sporting skills, wore "Old Spice" (was it the only aftershave in existance?😉) and served in the military. A parallel universe?

Shigeki Adachi's string arrangement is simply breathtaking – an ethereal tapestry that elevates the song to another plane. It's as if the strings themselves are whispering stories of a life well-lived, echoing the sentiments you so eloquently express.

Thank you for sharing this intimate glimpse into your world. It's a testament to the enduring power of family and a beautiful reminder that even in absence, love's presence can be felt, guiding our steps and illuminating our path. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

paying respect to your dad

Izzy.
Izzzy, m'man. Man, you KNOW how much I appreciate you and your words to all of us. Wow, Izzy, I wonder if you even notice the top as you soar over it so many times in so many ways. OverTheTop has become noticiably beneath you. HAHA I'm so glad you can relate to this song. It immediately calls upon the respect strings of my heart for your dad.

Enjoy whatever happens!
marty

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