Hi forum friends. Been listening to a lot of great music on here lately! This is another Michael Franks style attempt at a romantic tune. I love Latin music! I was pretty blown away how well Brent's solo fit the tune.......I slipped him a few extra bucks! Anyway, I would love to hear what you think! Take care. Greg
https://soundcloud.com/gjohnson-2/whenshetalkstomeWHEN SHE TALKS TO ME
When she talks to me, I'm intoxicated by the sound
And suddenly, there's no one else around
I drift off in a pleasant daze
To swaying palms and blue sky bays
I don't know what to say
When she talks to me
When I see her smile, and hear the music of her voice
(She has no intention to beguile; she doesn't have a choice)
I'm a silent fool, just mesmerized
As I float inside her warm brown eyes
I start to fantasize
When I see her smile
It's a mystery
Is it magic, is it alchemy?
It's like a chemical reaction in my soul
Wires cross and currents flow
I'm dizzy cause she moves me so
I spin out of control
When she talks to me
When she talks to me...
Greg,
Wow! That is all I will say about it
Oh yeah, one more thing... Very (VERY!) inspiring.
Thank you for sharing!
Misha.
(She has no intention to beguile; she doesn't have a choice) Oh yeah.
Just stunningly beautiful how that Latin rhythm, your fragile yet powerful vocal range, melody, lyric and perfect phrasing come together to express love. Loved it.
Really,
really nice - vocals, instrumentation, lyrics, mix...
All top notch.
But especially the vocals. You can really sing!
My only nit is the flute solo at the end - it sounds "fake", mostly because it lacks vibrato.
If you're interested, PM me and I'll be happy to render you some of my VSTi flutes so you can complain about
my choice in flutes.
(My
actual flute playing isn't anything to write home about).
Anyway, love this song!
Wonderful!
I love latin music too, and man, you just nailed the vibe perfectly with this one, Greg!
Love the melody and of course the vocal, and you are right, that guitar solo is perfect.
Enjoyed!
Hi Greg,
What a really wonderful listen. You sure have the knack for fine songwriting and equally fine song-presenting! It's as it your gently soothing vocals caress the listener's emotions and imagination and they fit hand-in-glove with this Latin-styled backing. I don't think you could have chosen a better instrumental ensemble.
From the first note to the last, I found this enchanting, mesmerising and terrific listening.
All the best,
Noel
Greg,
ZOWIE!
I don't know what to say when you "talk" to me! Completely blown away.
GORGEOUS songwriting.
GORGEOUS production.
GORGEOUS vocal.
The nylon guitar solo is extraordinary! Sounds like you had someone play specifically for this.
A beautiful mix.
One of your best. And THAT is saying something!! (ALL you songs are excellent).
YOU should be a star, dude.
fj
Nicely done! The Latin touch was incredible, and your vocals and the instruments are both stunning. It's an absolutely beautiful tune, and a fine example of quality songwriting. It is tender, romantic, and gorgeously textures.
You should be really proud of this one - thanks for sharing
Smooth, dude. Seriously smooth. Hats off and a standing ovation from me - bravo.
There are a good number of fine vocalists on this board, but your voice is my favorite. Excellent lyrics. I teach my students the importance of good beginnings (essays and stories). The same holds true for songs. What an engaging opening lyric:
When she talks to me
I'm intoxicated by the sound
And suddenly,
there's no one else around
Good stuff!
Hello Greg,
this is just wonderful - you're creating such a great mood.
The composition and the arrangement are already top-notch, but your vocals hit the ball over the fence - EXCELLENT !!!!
Take care,
Stefan
Greg,
Stellar vocals that show a great feel for the rhythm of your well written, seductive song.
Amazing guitar track,as you say.I tend to agree a more organic sounding flute would be nice, but that`s very minor- you are into a great groove with this style of music!
Robert
Well it's early and on the first page but all the superlatives have already been grabbed. Seriously.
Mr.Johnson has exited the stage now who the heck wants to follow that?
Take everything members said above, squeeze it all into a ball and that'll be our thoughts.
OK, we'll add a word SOPHISTICATED.
Wonderful!
J&B
Greg
Wonderful - Michael Franks would be jealous of your vocals, and what a song!
I'd love to stream your new album........
Truly lovely.
Peter
Very cool tune Greg. Loved the way you mixed the vocal on this song. Loved the backtrack and choice instruments. This song really showed off your range. Such a cool vocal. Well done Greg.
The superb chording and beautiful melody work amazingly well together.
Flute melody on the background is nice addition. Lyrics are sweetly romantic, like a perfect movie experience. And your voice is the final strawberry icing on the cake. I would like to hear a whole album full of these treats
Janne
You're on another level, I just pitched my BIAB hard drive out the window. I listen to your tunes every day!
Great song Greg. The dreamy Michael Franks vocal and the Latin vibe work beautifully. Terrific lyrics, fabulous mix - it's got it all. As usual.
Cheers,
Mike
Greg,
Wow! That is all I will say about it
Oh yeah, one more thing... Very (VERY!) inspiring.
Thank you for sharing!
Misha.
Thanks so much Misha! Always love hearing your tunes! Take care. Greg
(She has no intention to beguile; she doesn't have a choice) Oh yeah.
Just stunningly beautiful how that Latin rhythm, your fragile yet powerful vocal range, melody, lyric and perfect phrasing come together to express love. Loved it.
THanks so much for those incredibly kind words! You've been doing some great stuff! Take care. Greg
Greg
Love this and the Latin/laid back way you have arranged this ...this is Minted.
Thanks
Greg,
Yeah . . . I got nothing else to add that hasn’t already been said . . . just wanted to say I thought this was just, well . . . perfect. You have such a smooth and warm voice that accentuates your melodies and songs in a magic way. This is a perfect example; beautiful in all respects.
My humble regards,
Deej
hi greg this is stunning very well played arranged and vocal perfect thanks eric
Really,
really nice - vocals, instrumentation, lyrics, mix...
All top notch.
But especially the vocals. You can really sing!
My only nit is the flute solo at the end - it sounds "fake", mostly because it lacks vibrato.
If you're interested, PM me and I'll be happy to render you some of my VSTi flutes so you can complain about
my choice in flutes.
(My
actual flute playing isn't anything to write home about).
Anyway, love this song!
Thanks David! You're right about the flute....did not think about the vibrato really til you mentioned it but knew something was amiss. Just listened today to a really cool one by you! What sampled flutes do you like? Take care. Greg
Wonderful!
I love latin music too, and man, you just nailed the vibe perfectly with this one, Greg!
Love the melody and of course the vocal, and you are right, that guitar solo is perfect.
Enjoyed!
Thanks Dave!! Yeah, Brent came through for me! Love your stuff ALWAYS! Take care. Greg
Smooth. Just right instrumentation to compliment your excellent vocals. Really enjoyed listening to this.
Top shelf, Greg, all around.
What sampled flutes do you like?
Different flutes for different occasions.
For this song, you might have a look at the free
Simple Flute from Fluffy Audio.
Embertone has an inexpensive ($20)
Crystal Flute that might work well here.
Or you could just send me the MIDI track, and I'll see if anything in my library matches up well to it.
But the Fluffy Simple Flute is probably more than adequate.
Hi Greg,
What a really wonderful listen. You sure have the knack for fine songwriting and equally fine song-presenting! It's as it your gently soothing vocals caress the listener's emotions and imagination and they fit hand-in-glove with this Latin-styled backing. I don't think you could have chosen a better instrumental ensemble.
From the first note to the last, I found this enchanting, mesmerising and terrific listening.
All the best,
Noel
Thanks so much Noel! Really loved your latest! Take care. Greg
Greg,
ZOWIE!
I don't know what to say when you "talk" to me! Completely blown away.
GORGEOUS songwriting.
GORGEOUS production.
GORGEOUS vocal.
The nylon guitar solo is extraordinary! Sounds like you had someone play specifically for this.
A beautiful mix.
One of your best. And THAT is saying something!! (ALL you songs are excellent).
YOU should be a star, dude.
fj
THanks so much Floyd for your ultra kind review!! Yeah, Brent really came through for me! LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Wherever you go
Take care. Greg
Hi Greg
This lovely song would in no way be out of place on a Michael Franks album. Terrific work.
Regards,
Leon
Hi, Greg !
I am in awe and have difficulties
finding the right words for
the sensations this wonderful
tune of yours give me ! This
is simply a masterpiece !!
My Gregfav, without any doubt !
Cheers
Dani
Mr. Johnson...
I regard the 'bossa nova' genre as one of the greatest gifts of music ever introduced into the world we live in. It combines a sense of deep romantic intimacy with a strange but intriguing melancholy feel in a way that makes the experience of listening to it simply mesmerising, and timeless.
Those qualities are immediately, undeniably present in your recording of When She Talks to Me. Your Real Tracks and/or MIDI selections from BIAB establish a sensuous mood right from the first note. Your singing -- including the barely-heard breaths you take between the words and phrases of your lyrics -- is as smooth, as softly expressive, and as tender as can be. If our nocturnal dreams of love were accompanied by music, this is what they would sound like.
I thoroughly enjoyed your performance.
- bluage -
Nicely done! The Latin touch was incredible, and your vocals and the instruments are both stunning. It's an absolutely beautiful tune, and a fine example of quality songwriting. It is tender, romantic, and gorgeously textures.
You should be really proud of this one - thanks for sharing
Thanks so much Deryk! I really appreciate that! Take care. Greg
Smooth, dude. Seriously smooth. Hats off and a standing ovation from me - bravo.
THanks James! Really liked your latest....the narration was so sincere and well recorded! Take care. Greg
THanks so much! Yeah, sometimes the opening lyric can start the ball rolling.....easy to get stuck there and I'm always happy to have an idea. Enjoy your music a lot! Take care. Greg
Thanks Ray! Looking forward to the finished version of your latest! Take care. Greg
Hello Greg,
this is just wonderful - you're creating such a great mood.
The composition and the arrangement are already top-notch, but your vocals hit the ball over the fence - EXCELLENT !!!!
Take care,
Stefan
Thanks so much for the kind words Stefan! Enjoying your songs about getting older....a pain a lot of us feel! Take care. Greg
Greg,
Stellar vocals that show a great feel for the rhythm of your well written, seductive song.
Amazing guitar track,as you say.I tend to agree a more organic sounding flute would be nice, but that`s very minor- you are into a great groove with this style of music!
Robert
Thanks so much Robert!! Really like the new one with you and Scott! Take care. Greg
Well it's early and on the first page but all the superlatives have already been grabbed. Seriously.
Mr.Johnson has exited the stage now who the heck wants to follow that?
Take everything members said above, squeeze it all into a ball and that'll be our thoughts.
OK, we'll add a word SOPHISTICATED.
Wonderful!
J&B
Thanks J&B!! Really appreciate your wonderful support, AND your wonderful songs! Take care. Greg
Greg
Wonderful - Michael Franks would be jealous of your vocals, and what a song!
I'd love to stream your new album........
Truly lovely.
Peter
Thanks Peter! I may download some CDs on a website where people can link them. Last one with you and Leon was GREAT! Take care. Greg
Hi Greg, this is beautiful - your voice really suits the latin style, great song!! Best, Carl
Hello Greg ...
This evening is the first opportunity I've had to spend more than a few minutes on the forum. And WOW!!!!!!!!!!
Latin Jazz is one of our very favorite genres and it rarely, if ever, sounds any better than this gorgeous song. Your voice reminds me of a butterfly drifting with a gentle breeze, carrying a sweet and wonderful message as it passes by. This is so cozy and warm. I am totally envious of your vocals and composition skills. I truly believe you have the truest and most pleasant voice of anyone on the forum. And that's not to slight any of the others as they are amazing too. But you have a special touch with your vocals.
Loved this so much. Wishing you & yours all the very best ...
Alan
PS: Do just stuck her head around the corner and said to tell you "Hi!"
Beautiful and professional. Can you tell us more about the BIAB styles and soloists and stuff that you used to created this, please?
Very cool tune Greg. Loved the way you mixed the vocal on this song. Loved the backtrack and choice instruments. This song really showed off your range. Such a cool vocal. Well done Greg.
Thanks Scott! Like your new one with Robert! Take care. Greg
The superb chording and beautiful melody work amazingly well together.
Flute melody on the background is nice addition. Lyrics are sweetly romantic, like a perfect movie experience. And your voice is the final strawberry icing on the cake. I would like to hear a whole album full of these treats
Janne
Thanks Janne for that incredibly flattering review!! Take care. Greg
You're on another level, I just pitched my BIAB hard drive out the window. I listen to your tunes every day!
WOW!!! Now those are some very flattering words!! I appreciate that a lot, but for gosh sake, bring your BIAB hard drive back in!! Take care. Greg
Well talk about Crooners.. this was brilliant what a turn out as my old dad would say.
Honestly well sung and recorded it was studio pro. Or damn near what we get.
Just a beautiful sounding song.
Thanks
Yes Greg, very Michael Franks alright! My favorite Florida Jazz singer/composer. Very well put together. Great vocals.
Mike B.
Great song Greg. The dreamy Michael Franks vocal and the Latin vibe work beautifully. Terrific lyrics, fabulous mix - it's got it all. As usual.
Cheers,
Mike
Thanks Mike! Just heard one of yours the other day....you are really good at composing and arranging.....totally pro!! Take care. Greg
Greg
Love this and the Latin/laid back way you have arranged this ...this is Minted.
Thanks
Thanks for the kind words! Much appreciated! Take care. Greg
Greg,
Yeah . . . I got nothing else to add that hasn’t already been said . . . just wanted to say I thought this was just, well . . . perfect. You have such a smooth and warm voice that accentuates your melodies and songs in a magic way. This is a perfect example; beautiful in all respects.
My humble regards,
Deej
Thanks so much Deej! You have no idea how much I appreciate your kind words! Always enjoy your music too! Take care. Greg
Greg,
Very nice! Wonderful!
And the great chord progression!
The use of the m7(b5) chord that appears frequently is particularly sophisticated.
Your vocals perfectly fit to this song.
Enjoyed my listen a lot.
Best regards.
Shigeki Adachi
hi greg this is stunning very well played arranged and vocal perfect thanks eric
Thanks Eric! Always love your instrumentals! Take care. Greg
Smooth. Just right instrumentation to compliment your excellent vocals. Really enjoyed listening to this.
Thanks Mark! Much appreciated! Take care. Greg
Greg, do you ever do a bad song? I don't think so.
Your vocal range is incredible in this one. Silky smooth, and so well done!
Love it!
Steve
Wonderful all around! And yes that nylon guitar seems to fit anything! I absolutely love it!
Great write and vocal! Simply wonderful!
Hi Greg - thanks a lot for your comment on my CD tunes ("By The Way"), I didn't spot your post at first but did reply on Sept 27th! This was my reply:
"Greg - thanks a lot for having a listen and for your comments, all original tunes recorded mixed & mastered by yours truly in Logic Pro X on MacBook Pro i7 - I have no experience or particular knowledge or skills in audio engineering, I do everything by feel and by ear!
Cheers all, Carl"
I also commented on your "When She Talks To Me": "Hi Greg, this is beautiful - your voice really suits the latin style, great song!! Best, Carl"
Very nice chord sequence Greg, well done!! Carl
Hello Greg,
I enjoyed your song very much. It brings back old memories and thoughts, that kind of song!
But in this great performance you showed us, I also admire how high you can sing without ending in strange noises (or have you cut them away in the mixing-proces(?)
That is -by the way- NOT inspiring as Misha wrote, because I can't reach that altitude.
So very nice work, Greg
Nice day,
Hans
Greg, you have a wildly developed sense of melody and the smooth soft vocal timbre is perfect for this genre. The gut string guitar was an incredibly beautiful fit. Brother your vocal talent is nothing short of stunning. And what a write! I think I had a chemical reaction just listening to the rhythm of the words falling into each other and the genius of the rhymes. Production top notch. Great write and another incredible vocal. Keep doin what you do, Tom
Greg,
ZOWIE!
I don't know what to say when you "talk" to me! Completely blown away.
GORGEOUS songwriting.
GORGEOUS production.
GORGEOUS vocal.
The nylon guitar solo is extraordinary! Sounds like you had someone play specifically for this.
A beautiful mix.
One of your best. And THAT is saying something!! (ALL you songs are excellent).
YOU should be a star, dude.
fj
I couldn't say it any better than Floyd did. This is the genre I like to listen to in a lounge setting. Just sitting there, drinking a beer and listening to the band.
You nailed this one!
Excellent, simple excellent...
Elegant lyrics, vocals, mix , & production...
I'll have to give you ★★★★★ on this one!