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We Look Good Together _RECAL.STY Grungy Soft Rock Groove for beds. Audacity DAW I played a textural acoustic on my 1936 Gibson, while singing. I used compression and reverb only. One take with lead guitar overdub. This song's story: This acoustic guitar based track is kind of a love song! It happened when me and mine were out shopping for curtains one day. The store was quiet, and after a friendly 10 minute exchange, the clerk turned to us and said "you two look so good together." Well, that was a pleasant surprise! As we had made it clear that we were just looking, the unsolicited compliment brightened our afternoon. Later, as we were leaning on the railing at a nearby riverside park, a random guy, upon casual afternoon greetings, said the same thing! Back at home and hour later, I picked up my guitar, and this is the tune that came out of that afternoon. It's totally organic, and the production is made of of real human played loops, creating a bed for my live studio vocals and textural acoustic guitar! Check out my music by clicking on my YouTube link, and if you like my music, please support me at: buymeacoffee.com/drewbarnesmusic Thanks for listening, Drew
I am a Vancouver, BC Canada based singer/songwriter, and have performed in clubs, pubs, and coffeehouses around Vancouver for decades.
My years working in the infamous Granville Street Entertainment District have provided me much songwriting inspiration.
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Hi Drew!
I like it how you took a real-life experience and turned it into song. I am sure many of us have our songwriting antenna piqued by life events or observations. I think there’s a saying about life imitating art, but also should be art informed by life.
It’s always good to see videos of songwriters performing their work, so thanks for the video! Was that you playing lead guitar?
Andrew
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Oh, that's cool how the song-seed came to you, and it's especially cool how you fed it, nursed it and grew it into this wonderful tribute to your togetherness. Fine vocal too. I like the little Buddy-Holly like hiccups. Really well done, Drew.
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Thank you, Andrew. Yes, that is me playing lead guitar. It's not my Forte, but I try to be melodic. 
I am a Vancouver, BC Canada based singer/songwriter, and have performed in clubs, pubs, and coffeehouses around Vancouver for decades.
My years working in the infamous Granville Street Entertainment District have provided me much songwriting inspiration.
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Drew, an excellent song about real life experiences. Super vocal, great rhythm guitar, and a tasty lead guitar. Great video also. A super song. PS - If I were to write a song about what people say about us it would be titled "What the Hell Do You See in Him"? 
Back in my day the only time we started panic buying was when the bartender shouted "last call"!
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Super song, Drew. Love the live vocal performance. Bet you're a KILLER busker. Nifty solo, too. Nice BiaB backing track that does just enough and doesn't get in the way whatsoever. A very cool performance. Thanks for sharing. That was real.
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Hey Mario! Such an awesome feedback! Thanks so much!
I'll bet "she sees something you don't even know!"
I am a Vancouver, BC Canada based singer/songwriter, and have performed in clubs, pubs, and coffeehouses around Vancouver for decades.
My years working in the infamous Granville Street Entertainment District have provided me much songwriting inspiration.
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Hey Babu!
Thanks for awesome feedback. OMG, I'm new here, and slightly overwhelmed by the level of support I am getting!
I am a Vancouver, BC Canada based singer/songwriter, and have performed in clubs, pubs, and coffeehouses around Vancouver for decades.
My years working in the infamous Granville Street Entertainment District have provided me much songwriting inspiration.
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Drew,
This is an excellent song and performance. Very nicely done!
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Thank you, Robert.
As a newbie, I am overwhelmed by the support given in this community!!
I am a Vancouver, BC Canada based singer/songwriter, and have performed in clubs, pubs, and coffeehouses around Vancouver for decades.
My years working in the infamous Granville Street Entertainment District have provided me much songwriting inspiration.
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Hi DC Ron. Thanks for your excellent feedback on my song! I'm excited to have found this Forum. I've used BIAB for since 2017, but I'm the worst at promoting my music.I guess I squirrelled away with my studio for the last while!
I am a Vancouver, BC Canada based singer/songwriter, and have performed in clubs, pubs, and coffeehouses around Vancouver for decades.
My years working in the infamous Granville Street Entertainment District have provided me much songwriting inspiration.
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Hi, Drew. Nice song - simple and to the point, and well done. Yep, it's real. 
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