Hi All,

Here's something new - this is called Echo.

All BIAB - mixed in GarageBand.

Thanks for listening!

Bob

Echo's of John Prine and Bobby Dylan.

nice tune. feels like folk

Enjoyed the song. Like the lyrics the beat and the melody. Cheers.

This is exceptional writing and a great performance; thanks for sharing!

Hi Bob,

Very well done with this song I liked it a lot.

Please don't take offence with my next question as it's meant for my education.

Which type of plugin for vocals do you use, as your vocals from past to present have a marked difference in presentation.

Regards

George

Herb,

Thanks - much appreciated.

Bob

Rich,

Thanks very much.

Bob

George,

Thanks for listening and commenting. Are my vocals better or worse? LOL! Actually, my setup has not changed that much over the past few years - I use a Blue Yeti Pro mic for all my vocals. I record them straight into GarageBand and then apply an Ozone layer to the overall song when finished. I'm pretty simple about the engineering aspect of things.

Let me know if that helps.

Bob

Robert,

That's very kind of you - thanks.

Bob

Robert,

I liked this quite a bit! It fits your customary delivery that includes the nicely formatted page and crystal clear mix!

I especially like the way you structure your lyrics in recurring patterns:
"I was looking..."
"I was peering..."
"I was walking..."
"I was reading..."

"There are things..."
"there are times..."
"There are nights..."

"I can see..."
"I can speak..."

It takes effort to take an idea then build all that symmetry in, but in my opinion, the final effect is so much more polished when the song writer does it!

Polish is what you do, Robert! On this forum you are the king of presentation!

You really nail these introspective
type tunes by striking a balance
that is both personal and yet
accessible to the listener. That's
not an easy sweet spot to land
on but you seem to always manage
it.

And this song both lyrically, vocally,
and production wise is no exception
to the above.

Both us enjoyed it!

J&B

Hi Bob,
+1
Enjoyed the listen.

Guenter

Pat,

That's very nice of you say - much appreciated.

Bob

Exactly! Bob, you have pretty much perfected this style and just waiting for life's experiences to provide new subject matter. Thanks for sharing.

Charlie

Janice & Bud,

That is an extremely kind review - it means a lot. Thank you.

Bob

Thanks Guenter!

Bob

"I can speak about tomorrow
In some "sorta kinda" way
But I stumble through the words
And all the noise remains
Like an echo going round the room"

I really like that, Bob.

And this...
"I was reading an old letter
In the things you left behind
I was looking for something
I would clearly never find
I can see the paper fading
In the shadow of your pen
And I'm on the second page
So I may just start again
Like an echo going round the room"

A good write...

Terrific production and mix. Just the right build for an acoustic ensemble. Solid vocal.

Very enjoyable. Very solid.

floyd

Hi Bob,

Very nice song. Music, vocals and lyrics!

Rob and Anne-Marie

Bob,
Really good song. I always enjoy your music.
SD

Charlie,

I appreciate that very kind feedback. Thank you.

Bob

Floyd,

Thanks so much - I always appreciate your feedback and support.

Bob

Rob & Anne-Marie,

Thanks very much!

Bob

the best folk songs are meaningful poems set to music.

First and foremost, Bob, you are a poet.

I totally agree as the words could stand by themselves, with no music.

You have a signature sound and I enjoy all your stuff, keep 'em coming

Alyn

Hi Bob,

To me your vocals sound better.

Thanks for the information about the Ozone Layer and the Blue Yeti.
There is a song somewhere in there

Regards
George

George, LOL!

Pat,

That's very kind - I really appreciate you taking the time to listen and provide feedback.

Bob

SpaceDog,

Thanks - very much appreciated.

Bob

Bob
Being late to the party can't add much to these wonderful comments.
You're a poet indeed. With maybe the most recognisable signature sound on the forum. I love what you do!

Take care

Fred

Alyn,

Thanks very much - appreciated.

Bob

Cool song!! Your lyrics are always very thoughtful and interesting Bob. This had your signature latin percussion and it worked great. I would consider either a longer instrumental break between first 2 and last 2 verses with more musical departure, or changing the melody on the third verse. Really excellent work, as usual!! Take care. Greg

Hey Bob,

Some good songwriting there. Good production as well.

Nice job!

Greg

Fred,

I always appreciate your kind comments. Thanks.

Bob

Greg,

Appreciate the feedback - thanks very much.

Bob

Greg,

Thanks for taking the time to listen and comment.

Bob

I like the way you present your songs. I like the vibe of the lyrics.

much enjoyed!

Hi Bob, This one almost got by me. Glad it didn't. I like the write a lot and the choice of real tracks couldn't have been better. Tom

Lawrence,

Thanks - much appreciated.

Bob

Tom,

Thank you.

Bob

Some beautiful lines in here.

Much enjoyed.


Josie

Hi, Bob.

Excellent write.

I thought the lyric of the final verse and ending lines were particularly effective.

Josie,

Thanks so much.

Bob

David,

Thanks for listening and the kind review.

Bob