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I'm finally back. Today I released Americana Blues on my Bandcamp site and on the streaming services. I will be posting the songs here over the next week or so. I would love to here your comments. The title song, along with lyrics, is here: https://fredgrittner.bandcamp.com/album/americana-bluesThe album is here: https://fredgrittner.bandcamp.com/album/americana-bluesI used these RTs and RDs: 1190:Bass, Electric, ModernRnBRock Ev 065 835:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm AltCountryRootsy Ev 075 3099:Organ, Rhythm AmericanaSlow16thsMike Ev16 060 Piano, ElectricVintage, Rhythm AmericanaSlow16thsMike Ev16 060 Folk16thsSlowBrushes^01-a:Brushes, Kick 2 , b:Snare, Kick I played acoustic guitar.
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Hi Fred,
It was so good to see your name pop up on the forum. I've always been a big fan of your music.
I went over and listened to a couple of the cuts on your album, and then came back for the title song. Excellent listening! I particularly liked the 3rd verse of "Americana Blues" I can relate. I had a courier company back in St. Louis. The big boys have the coin and legal resources to be ya every time.
My favorite song of the several I listened to from the album was "Troubled Times". There is so much truth in every line of that one.
In addition to the songs themselves, what struck me was the great selection of backing tracks - how they were perfect for each of the songs I listened. There was just enough, but the relative sparseness of the racks was everything you needed. Your arrangements were spot on. Great production!
I enjoyed it very much. I might have to fork over a few dollars not currently in the budget.
Congrats! Wishing you great success with your project.
Alan
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Hi Fred,
I listened to this on Soundcloud and it is very good.
I liked "Troubled Times" the best, however all were excellent songs.
Great vocal, backing tracks, and mix on all.
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Thanks, Alan. You have been one of my biggest supporters here. I am glad you like what I have done.
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Hi Fred,
I listened to a couple songs. Americana Blues I liked best. It gave me a Springsteen vibe, a blend of the Nebraska project and perhaps "My Hometown" from Born in the USA. Your voice doesn't sound like his, but the song echoed his themes. I'll come back later and listen to more. Nice job.
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I always enjoy your music, Fred.
Well-written songs. Sung with heart.
Nice backing.
Congrats on the new release.
fj
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Fred,
Love this... Great song and a great vocal.
Bob
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Hi Fred,
I listened to this on Soundcloud and it is very good.
I liked "Troubled Times" the best, however all were excellent songs.
Great vocal, backing tracks, and mix on all. Thanks, Mario. Troubled Times seems to hit home for a lot of us. Fred
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Hi Fred,
I listened to a couple songs. Americana Blues I liked best. It gave me a Springsteen vibe, a blend of the Nebraska project and perhaps "My Hometown" from Born in the USA. Your voice doesn't sound like his, but the song echoed his themes. I'll come back later and listen to more. Nice job. Thanks. I am NOT Bruce but I see where you are coming from!
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Hi Fred. I love being blown away by stuff posted here time and time again. What a beautiful song, very good vocal and lyric, and good stuff all around. I hear female harmonies on this one... that could be interesting if you ever play around with it some more.
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I always enjoy your music, Fred.
Well-written songs. Sung with heart.
Nice backing.
Congrats on the new release.
fj Thanks, Floyd. You are the gold or platinum standard on this forum, so this means a lot to me. Fred
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Fred,
Love this... Great song and a great vocal.
Bob Thanks, Bob.
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Hi Fred. I love being blown away by stuff posted here time and time again. What a beautiful song, very good vocal and lyric, and good stuff all around. I hear female harmonies on this one... that could be interesting if you ever play around with it some more. Thanks. Yes, this forum produces many good songs and arrangements. Glad you liked it. Fred
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