Think Positive

During these trying times you love playing your air guitar. That brings you much joy, as you can't go out for your entertainment, you can only go out for necessities. You heart is beating steadily as you jam away but then you start thinking about getting back to work or how can I pay my bills, etc. All of these things swirl in your head. It is a constant battle between being happy or worrying. Just think positive and all will be OK.

BiaB Style - 80's Even 8ths Rock - I modified this style to better fit the song.

Deleted the rhythm guitar and bass.

Strings = UVI B5 Hammond organ
Guitar - Sonivox Taylor acoustic
Drums - SSD5 - Rock Kit - Solid Rock


I am playing the rhythm guitar, lead guitar and the fretless bass. I am also playing the synth via my MIDI keyboard controller.

All guitars when through Amplitube 4, the bass through SVX preset Comp Rock and both guitars through Fender 59 Crunch.

The synth was SynthMaster preset The Racer AZ

Think Positive

Quiet evening, kids are asleep. No chores left for the day. I finally sit down by my computer, opening the forum page...Looking at new post by Mario. Putting my headphones on, thinking it will be one of his relaxing meditation pieces.. AND THERE GOES HEADBANGING PSYCHO MARCH at 10pm!!!

Fun stuff. Liked your wild reef at ~1:50sh. Synths are great. I miss 80s. Thank you for sharing!

Misha.

Another one from you Mario that has further demonstrated you're not stuck in any one particular genre.

Lots to like about this, very positive, indeed

Well, that was fun!

Very different than what I'm used to hearing from you, but very cool indeed!

Sounds great, Mario!

Cool. Had me dancin'.

Good guitars and synth... good mix.

Could hear someone putting lyrics to this.

fj

Hey Mario,

You have the beat in you with this one! did your neighbours survived, or your wife (I read what she wants to do with your head and a keyboard!
Without further 'funny' remarks i want to tell you what terrific job you did on this song. A nice steady beat, just enough tension with the guitars in it and together a cool sound.
You become a daredevil with this one. Only a tiny little thing: compared to the volumelevel of the drums, the guitars got a litle less of a volume to fit better in your mix. But keep in mind, this is a matter of opinion...

Nice day, keep safe, don't fight,
Hans

You seem like a very positive guy, Mario. AND quite talented. Thanks for sharing all that with us. Stay well. As always, turn up the bass!

Good one Mario! All kind of sounds going on here! No option but Think Positive!

Mike B

I like this type of jam! The contrasting sections make it especially fun. I can see a band playing this in my head. Definitely the positivity that's needed right now. Fun, fun, fun! Thanks for throwing a bit of that out into the world! It's much needed!

-Caaron

I didn't mean to scare you but I am glad that you liked this song anyway

Thanx VT. I played in wedding bands for years, from country songs to rock to polkas and everything in between, so I'm kind of a jack of all trades but a master of non.

Thanx for listening and commenting.

Thanx Floyd.

If anyone wants to put lyrics to it be my guest. Just tell me what you need and I will supply it. Than is anything but my voice!

Thanx so much Hans for listening and that constructive comment.

PS - yes everyone survived.

Thanx so much for those comments. I am first and foremost a guitarist but I find playing the bass very exciting. I play the bass as a bassist and not a guitarist playing the bass. BIG difference.

Thanx so much Mike.

Thanx so much for this very kind review. I do like jamming with BiaB.

A lot here, that's for sure. I love the call and response -- a topic in itself.

Mario,

A really fun track—great touches on this. I think it’s one of my favorite Mario songs . . . really creative and just a good, powerful positive feel to this. Hard to keep the toe from tapping. Good stuff!

All my best,

Deej

Wow cool change up Mario. Guitars sound great. Loved the synth as well. Well done

This was so cool...

Nice little ear worm thingie ya made there!

Dun Da Dun Dun Dunt

You had me fooled for a good part of the song, I was waiting for you to sing!

You are a man of many talents. This is so far removed from
a lot of your material yet we do detect a common thread in
that it's a bit mesmerizing -- in that good way!

And again you show your talent on multi instrumental tracks.

Nice arrangement and mix also.

Jam on! We enjoyed it.

J&B

Love your style Mario! Thanks for the positive vibes streaming forth from this one! There a lot going on in this tune and you handled it all in great fashion! Thanks, Torrey

Hi Mario ...

Love the upbeat, fun you injected here! Yeah ... lots of fun! I always enjoy your music and this one is quite differewnt than your usual offering ... and I loved it! That kicj drum really drives this bus!

Wishing you the very best. Be safe ...

Alan

Hi, buddy !:))

This is absolutely magnifique
allthrough ! In fact one of
your absolutely best works !
I dig those drums, that
fretless bass, your solo guitar
and that synth ! WOW !

Stay safe !

Cheers
Dani

Great stuff Mario just what we need first thing in the morning to get us going!!
Your guitar playing and tone really fits the bill great bass playing and the synth is well...different.

Thanx for listening and commenting Ed.

Thanx so much Deej!

Thanx Scott.

Thanx Bawb. I'll try to sing on the next one.

Thanx so much J&B for the outstanding review.

Thanx for listening and commenting Torrey.

Thanx Alan for mentioning the kick drum drive. That was what I was hoping to do and you verified that it worked.

Thanx a ton Dani for this great review.

Thanx for commenting Brian.

You are a man of many talents! This is one outstanding composition.

You kept everything interesting with the musical twist and turns, and with the stunning and clever "orchestration."

Thanx so much for listening and those extremely nice comments.