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Posted By: dani48 A SUMMER SONG - 04/13/17 09:02 PM
Hi, ol´friends !

As I am still struggling with
my singing I decided to try
and redo an older piece that
I originally wrote in 92 and which
was on the album of that same year !

I guess it is a bit anachronistic to
put up a summer song this time of the
year as we are still so far away from
it with temperatures around + 3 celcius,
but I assure you that the lyrics are
describing a summertime up here in the North
with wonderful weather and warm water - a weather
that we get to experience at least once a year
for a longer or shorter period depending on
how far west the Siberian Highs will go !:))

The Style is POPJZSW.STY and the instros are:
Bass: 034, Piano:2198, Drums: LAPOPJAZZLITESW,
Guitar: 1228 and Synth: 1840. Solo: Fender Mexico.
The links are:

http://soundcloud.com/user-337827005/a-summersong-final

http://app.box.com/s/y87g0amjdi309uxqukcpooixezlhpj5s

and for comparison , here is the original track:

http://app.box.com/s/28k0vhwrx0te0ymbhpyqn0du3whzn1bv

...and the lyrics are as follows:

A SUMMER SONG (Music and Lyrics by Dani)
Now is the time for us to hum or sing a summer song
because the summer´s here awaited thru all winter long
so throw your undies long and winter boots in a carton
because she comes again
to every shack and den

Now is the time for us to push the boat back to the sea
and let all dreary thoughts of winter melt away, you see
how nature´s green is popping up from every cleft and tree
because she´s here again
just like a long lost friend
wild and free!

At the beach all the kids are at play
it is so sweet to be down there
warmer water to swim and to spray
and softer winds for us to share

Now is the time for us to throw away all clothes we wear
and jump into the warmer water in the nude so fair
because the summer will be leavin´when the time is there
she comes and goes at will
until she´s got her fill
She´ll be here !!!!, ……solo

Now is the time for us to lift our voices in her praise
because the Southern winds are reigning in a leaner pace
we should not worry if a heat relapse will hit our face
it won´t be here to stay
so fast it goes away
Come what may !!!!

Everyone´s on his way to a pool
to catch that all enchanting tan
Oh how sweet change both desktop and stool
for just a moment in the sun

And when the time is ripe for us to turn around again
we´ve been refreshed to soul and body just expecting when
she is retiring makes it easier to leave her then
because I reassure
she´s coming back for sure
back again

Cheers
Dani
Posted By: Noel96 Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/13/17 09:13 PM
Hi Dani,

I really enjoyed this. You've done a great job.

The relaxed swing style that you've used to back this with is a perfect fit. It's magical. Your singing sounds excellent and your writing shines. The key change also made me sit up and pay attention.

This is my new favourite of yours smile

All the best,
Noel
Posted By: AudioTrack Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/14/17 12:51 AM
Enjoyed it from the first note Dani.

The harmonies worked extremely well, and both the style and delivery were really well put together, absolutely complementing each other.

Another good one, for sure.
Posted By: Al-David Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/14/17 01:44 AM
Hi Dani,

What a great song! The key changes are great. Modulating keys always gives a song a fresh breath and renews interest. Your vocal sounds great to us. That gentle swing is so soothing to the ears and mind. The speaking part at the end was a pleasant surprise!

A delicious song!

Alan & Di
Posted By: Yorkshireknight Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/14/17 02:32 AM
Hi Dani, Nice song, I know what you mean about the voacls, after over 20 years since writing the voice box doesnt do what it used to, however you did a magnificent job.

I expect all you Finns must have a good sense of humour and look forward to the summer coming.
Well done my friend I loved the irony behind the lyrics.
Paul
PS enjoy your summer when it arrives.
Posted By: dani48 Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/14/17 08:41 AM
Dear Noel !:))


Muchas Gracias for your all too kind words,
warming this ol´fella truly much !:))
Have a most pleasant Easter over there !

Cheers
Dani
Posted By: tommyad Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/14/17 09:33 AM
Dani, As previously mentioned, the key changes twist the ear in a good way. I always enjoy trying to guess your chord progressions. Most of the time I am wrong. You always make the structure interesting. I like the guitar playing and the spoken word ending. Very creative. Tom
Posted By: Marty Sorensen Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/14/17 09:53 AM
I liked the harmonies a lot.
Posted By: floyd jane Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/14/17 10:32 AM
Nice, Dani.

Nice vocals and harmonies... And I like the guitar solo!

Nicely mixed. A good listen..

fj
Posted By: Scott C Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/14/17 11:08 AM
Very enjoyable Dani. Super vocal
Posted By: dani48 Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/14/17 12:08 PM
Hi, Trevor !:))


Thank you so much for
your most kind words !
Though I don´t really
feel deserving them you
should know that I am
truly thankful for them !:))

Cheers
Dani
Posted By: dani48 Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/14/17 04:59 PM
Hi, Al and Di !:))


Many thanks for your most
kind words really much appreciated !
The talking part in the end just
came by itself as the tune kept
playing on and I felt it could have
this soft ending !

Thanks again !

Cheers
Dani
Posted By: dani48 Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/14/17 05:38 PM
Hi, Paul !:))


Oh yeah, you are right
about the vocals !
...and about us finns having
a good sense of humour as
you really need that stuff
to be able to live in these
arctic conditions !:))

I will enjoy my summer when
she prefers to pop up !:))

Thanks for all your kind words
and well wishes !

Cheers
Dani
Posted By: animarorecords Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/15/17 01:26 AM
Hello, Dani

Very pleasant summer song as usual.
The harmony parts are splendid.
The key changes are also great and effective.
Enjoyed my listen a lot.

Best regards.

Shigeki Adachi
Posted By: Robertkc Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/15/17 12:40 PM
Dani,

I really enjoyed the singalong music and optimism and humour in the lyrics.
Listening to the original its interesting to hear the change in your voice.. both deeper and sweeter in the higher register now to my ears!
The oohs on the chorus are lovely.

Robert
Posted By: dani48 Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/15/17 07:20 PM
Hi, Tommy !:))


Thanks a lot for
your most kind words
truly much appreciated !

Cheers
Dani
Posted By: guitar1 Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/15/17 08:33 PM
Hi Dani,
I don't see a problem at all with your singing, but as someone who is just starting again after ten years I understand how you might struggle with that. I finally decided that since I couldn't go back I just as well start a new chapter and enjoy myself. Your writing skills are right on the mark, I might add. Great job.
Posted By: HiroshiK Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/15/17 11:39 PM
dani,

I like the song very much, especially the melody and the vocal. Enjoyed it a lot.

Hiroshi
Posted By: dani48 Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/16/17 09:28 AM
Hi, Marty !:))


I am most thankful for your
most kind comments, really
warming me up !:))


Cheers
Dani
Posted By: rsdean Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/16/17 11:35 AM
Dani,

This is such a pleasure to listen to - excellent song and vocal.

Bob
Posted By: Steve Young Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/16/17 08:13 PM
Dani, this has a nice, laid-back feel. Good job on the mix. As others have noted, nice job on the chord progressions. Harmonies are a nice touch.

Steve
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/16/17 09:50 PM
Dani, what an enjoyable tune. I appreciate the harmony and loved that guitar break. Thanks, Torrey
Posted By: RnAM Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/17/17 10:45 AM
Hi Dani,

Sweet song with lovely harmonies!

Anne-Marie
Posted By: Greg Johnson Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/17/17 06:21 PM
Such a wonderful, catchy feel-good song!! The kind of song you find yourself singing along with instantly. Love your spoken word part too. Great stuff Dani!! Take care. Greg
Posted By: Janice & Bud Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/18/17 11:13 AM
Well done Dani...

There's a lot to like here but the vocals are really stand out.

We enjoyed it.

J&B
Posted By: Sergio Guarneri Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/18/17 05:28 PM



Great and relaxing harmony; very well sung as usual

Sergio
Posted By: David Snyder Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/18/17 06:16 PM
Dani,

I really liked this. It is my favorite of yours so far.

I would experiment with this as a style and write more in this genre if I were you. You sound like an artist with a unique style on this.

Again, I really liked it a lot. Do more like this.

smile
Posted By: dani48 Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/18/17 08:11 PM
Hi, Floyd !

Thank you so much for
your most kind words
always much appreciated !

Cheers
Dani
Posted By: dani48 Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/18/17 08:49 PM
Hi, Scott !:))


I feel most uplifted
by your most kind words
and want to thank you
so much for them !

Cheers
Dani
Posted By: dani48 Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/19/17 06:48 PM
Hi, Shigeki !:))


I am very pleased that
you enjoyed this little
summer song that much
and so I want to thank you for
your most kind words !

Cheers
Dani
Posted By: dani48 Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/19/17 09:02 PM
Hi, Robert !:))


...and very many thanks
for your most kind words !
Yes my voice has deepened
considerably over these
25 years since the record
was made ! A natural
development I´m afraid !
But I still have some of the
falsetto left !:))

Cheers
Dani
Posted By: Charlie Fogle Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/20/17 08:47 AM
A super job Dani. On both versions. I liked the snap and pace of the first song but the smoothness of your second version really fits well also.
You've done a great job with the mix and production and the vocals and harmonies are spot on.

A great listen for me.

Charlie
Posted By: dani48 Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/20/17 01:00 PM
Hi, Guitar1 !:))


...and very many thanks to you for
your most kind comments !
Yes, my friend, it happens to be so that
I have experienced problems with my
vocals as my voice tend to start
vibrating when it should not !

Thanks again !

Cheers
Dani
Posted By: dani48 Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/20/17 06:51 PM
Hi, Hiroshi !:))


I am very glad when you
say you that you like the
melody and the vocals
and I want to thank you so much
for that very kind commment !:))


Cheers
Dani
Posted By: gruverider Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/20/17 07:08 PM
Sweet harmonies once again!

A wonderful respite to the beach. Even if it's only in my mind and in the song.

much enjoyed!
Posted By: dani48 Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/20/17 09:23 PM
Hi, Bob !


Want to thank you so very much
for your most kind words !
Thank you again, Bob !


Cheers
Dani
Posted By: dani48 Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/21/17 06:01 PM
Hi, Steve !:))


Thank you Steve for your
most kind words always
much appreciated over here !

Cheers
Dani
Posted By: dani48 Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/21/17 06:21 PM
Hi, Torrey !:))

I am most pleased by
your most kind words
Torrey and so I want
to thank you for them !

Cheers
Dani
Posted By: dani48 Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/21/17 07:36 PM
Hi, Rob and Anne-Marie !


Much obliged by your
most kind words, thank
you so much !

Cheers
Dani
Posted By: dani48 Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/21/17 08:34 PM
Hi, Greg !:))

I feel humbled by
your most kind words
dear friend !

Thank you for making my day !

Cheers
Dani
Posted By: Big john Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/21/17 08:37 PM
ahhh Dani

Nice and a bit of roger whittaker.

I have always thought that to myself about your past posts .

Take care.
Posted By: Joe -PG Music Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/21/17 09:36 PM
Hello Dani48, Thank you for sharing this with us! I really enjoyed the classic vibe. Great vocals too. Excellent work! smile
Posted By: dani48 Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/22/17 09:42 AM
Hi, Janice & Bud !


Dear friends, I am so happy for
your most kind words and want to
thank you so much for them !

Cheers
Dani
Posted By: dani48 Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/22/17 09:43 AM
Hi, Sergio !


Thank you for your most
kind comment, always
truly much appreciated !

Cheers
Dani
Posted By: dani48 Re: A SUMMER SONG - 04/22/17 09:46 AM
Hi, David !


Great that you liked this
ol´summer tune of mine
written back in 92 (not 1892...)
It is always nice to read
comments by cunning and experienced
songwriters and you are one of them 1

Thanks again !

Cheers
Dani
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