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Posted By: Torrey Bliss ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/05/21 08:38 PM
https://soundcloud.com/torrey-bliss/road-weary-blues

How about another song with "blues" in the title? Please have mercy on me, just trying to fit in smile
Probably not breaking any new ground here but just picked up a new Fender Telecaster recently and wanted to see if I could make it rock lol!
On a more serious note, this one is inspired by the many people I see out on the road that long to be home. Thanks for taking time to give it a listen.
BIAB
Drums - Rock Sync Kick
Me
Vocals
Bass - Through a very old Peavey Foundation straight into Studio One with EZ Mix plugin
Guitar - Electric lead and rhythm using a Fender Ultra Telecaster through a Headrush Gigboard
Guitar - Acoustic rhythm track using a Taylor 812ce (somewhat buried in the mix) through a T-Rex Soulmate
Organ - Through a Yamaha keyboard

Road Weary Blues
Words and music by
Torrey Bliss copyright 2021

Two lane road late at night
Moonlight shining down through my window bright
Rays of light penetrating my soul
Perpetual motion of the wheels takes a toll
Been on this journey since I don't know when
Can't remember where I'm going or where I've been
Distant neons fixed in my gaze
Glow in the dark illuminate my way
If you care to know
Hear this tired old soul

I don't want I don't want
To sing these road weary blues
Take me home take me home
And off this road to Timbuktu

I had a dream oh it led me here
Now my passion has turned to fear
I must untangle from this web I weave
Nothing good here now that I perceive
I hear a voice that I used to know
Now disrupting my status quo
This indecision my heart endures
Has made my way out become obscured
If you care to know
Hear this tired old soul

I don't want I don't want
To sing these road weary blues
Take me home Take me home
And off this road to Timbuktu
I don't want I don't want
To sing these road weary blues
Take me home take me home
Here if I'm a winner I lose

I don't want I don't want
To sing these road weary blues
Take me home take me home
And off this road to Timbuktu
I don't want I don't want
To sing these road weary blues
Take me home take me home
I hate these road weary blues



Posted By: floyd jane Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/06/21 10:59 AM
Torrey,

Great opening groove!!

Right away, I'm impressed with the mix. The drums and bass backbone is excellent. Nice bass line...Guitars blend nicely and your vocals "pop". Sweeeet.

Tasty guitar throughout.

"Blues" in the title. "Catchy Pop Rock" in the tracks...

Great listen. Sounds good!!

fj
Posted By: CaptainMoto Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/06/21 12:46 PM
Really Rock'n!

Kicks off with a solid groove that keeps the listener engage though the entire song.

Nice arrangement and Lyrics.

Instruments sound good.

Vocals are good but, seem a bit strained at some points.

Overall, I think you accomplished your goal.

moto
Posted By: Derochette Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/06/21 01:46 PM
Hi Torrey Bliss,

Beautiful arrangement and impeccable mix. I enjoyed the solo guitar playing and the lyrics. Well done.

Kindly regard
Derochette
aliasJaniJackFlash
Posted By: jannesan Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/06/21 03:10 PM
Bit more edgier rock from you, but refreshing change anyhow. Very strong and skilled interpretation too, expressing the anxious feeling to get back to home base to reload batteries of life, nice lyrics - we can be stuck on the road in many ways. Excellent solo, great mix.

Janne
Posted By: dcuny Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/06/21 03:53 PM
As others mentioned, the clarity of the mix is excellent.

If I hadn't see the organ and acoustic guitar listed, I wouldn't even had known they were there. Which means they're doing their job and staying out of the way of the leads.

Vocals are energetic and emotive. Fun to listen to!

I hear a voice that I used to know
Now disrupting my status quo


Ha! laugh

Although the guitars are stellar, the bass really steals the show here.

Love the twin guitar solo, and the sustained chords at the end.

Not really blues, but I'm not complaining!

Really fun song - solid classic rock.
Posted By: Robertkc Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/06/21 08:35 PM
Torrey,
Great energy comes through on your vocals and your guitar chops are in fine form- especially the twinned parts.Bass is also really good.
Straight ahead rock works for me in your very capable hands!

Robert
Posted By: rayc Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/06/21 08:51 PM
A fabulous song and performances Torrey.
I looked up every item of gear/software you listed to get clues on doing my things better.
The vocal is ACE.
The new guitar rocks really well.
IMPRESSED.
Excellent mix though I did note that chop accent jumps a little hard over the other guitars..is it panned the same as the others? Could it be shifted a little? I don't think it matters in the grand scheme of things but it did come to my dead ears.
REALLY UP, driving fun sounds with a good message - energized by the thoughts of home.
Posted By: Scott C Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/06/21 10:58 PM
New guitar sounds great Torrey. Very cool vocal and lyric. Loved the bass runs. Well done
Posted By: animarorecords Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/07/21 04:04 AM
Torrey,

Very nice guitar riff and bass riff.
They take me to the world of rock at once.
Anyway, this is a great performance.
I wake up immediately.
As usual, it's a little reminiscent of Paul McCartney.
Enjoyed my listen a lot.

Best regards.

Shigeki Adachi
Posted By: BlueAttitude Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/07/21 07:44 AM
Yeah!

Love that main riff, really drives the song.
Great bassline! And the new guitar sounds sweet.

Good stuff, Torrey, very much enjoyed smile
Posted By: PeterF Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/08/21 01:04 AM
Torrey,

A super professional sound, and song. Loved the guitar and bass.

Mesmerizing!

Peter
Posted By: Al-David Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/08/21 04:15 AM
Hey Torrey ...

Everything you post is always front-line pro. That bass line and guitar riff are so sweet! And your vocals shine like the sun on a gorgeous summer day. Terrific mix and a fabulous presentation. So dang good! Take care!

Alan
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/08/21 06:08 AM
Thanks Floyd for having a listen and commenting! I appreciate it! T
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/08/21 06:11 AM
Thanks for the listen and comments! As for the vocals, I don't remember having a struggle reaching any notes but just was trying to give them a little more "grit" given the type of tune that it is. T
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/08/21 06:12 AM
Thanks Derochette for the comments! I appreciate it! T
Posted By: gruverider Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/08/21 08:26 PM
Opening riff gave me a Robin Trower vibe. Love that dude!

The song is well written throughout!

Much enjoyed!
Posted By: Leon1 Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/08/21 09:20 PM
Sounds great, Torrey. Pro sounding mix, excellent vocal and guitars. Another very fine piece of work.
Regards,
Leon
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/09/21 06:12 AM
Thanks Janne for listening and commenting! I appreciate it! T
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/09/21 06:13 AM
Thanks David for the nice words! I appreciate it! T
Posted By: BabuMusic Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/09/21 10:21 AM
A wonderful anthem to many of our pasts. Outstanding talent, Torrey. Haha, seems you'd be able to fit in anywhere there is music. What a good song!!
Posted By: musician17 Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/09/21 04:01 PM
This is really and truly wonderful. Could be on the radio and I wouldn't bat an eyelid. You've got something of the Springsteen in there :-) Superb quality, in every way.
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/09/21 08:09 PM
Thanks so much Robert! I appreciate your kind words! T
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/10/21 07:28 AM
Thanks Ray! Good ear on the "chops". I was debating last weekend about reducing those in the mix and will probably do so in the coming days along with some other minor fixes here and there. T
Posted By: Janice & Bud Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/10/21 11:40 AM
Blues in name ... pure Torrey rock in execution. Always a good thing.

Great guitar chops and Janice particularly noted the passionate vocal.

Janice says this fits her brother's description of the east coast tours her brother did with his band back in the day.

All of the tracks have a great sense of rolling forward motion that is very effective.

Really well done Torrey!

J&B
Posted By: Tangmo Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/11/21 12:55 AM
'sBeen a while since I've had the pleasure of clicking "play" on a Torrey Bliss song. Didn't disappoint. Very well structured, arranged, played, sung and mixed. Just great.
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/11/21 08:05 PM
Thanks Scott! I really like that Tele! It will probably be my main choice for the foreseeable future! T
Posted By: Gary Weder Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/11/21 09:24 PM
Hi Torrey.
Sorry for the late reply.
I find myself dissecting and analysing your songs trying to discover the secrets of a fabulous songwriter. Your lyrics always tell an interesting story and your subsequent music plays those lyrics very well. Road Weary Blues is a stellar production.
cheers
Gary.
Posted By: Ezekiel's Storm Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/11/21 09:32 PM
As I've mentioned before, impressive musicianship. Instrumentation and mix are excellent. Good vocal performance!
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/12/21 05:45 AM
Thanks Shigeki, I always appreciate your comments! T
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/12/21 05:47 AM
Thanks Dave! Those comments mean a lot coming from a "blues " master such as yourself! T
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/12/21 05:48 AM
Thanks Peter for having a listen and commenting! I appreciate it! T
Posted By: AudioTrack Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/12/21 06:48 AM
Frankly, not bad at all.

Great set of lyrics, wrapped in a quality production.

Driving a great groove all the way through.
Posted By: Guitarhacker Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/12/21 11:48 AM
Cool tune. I really like the lyrics. And I'm trying to place the name of the song I hear as an influence. Maybe I'll think of it.

This a cool rocker. Not a blues song for sure but who cares? More southern rock than blues..... This is reminiscent of some of the southern rockers ... Hatchet, Skynard, 38 Special, et al..... I think it would have fit nicely into one of those band's set lists back in the day...

It was a fun listen.
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/12/21 08:34 PM
Thanks Alan! Your comments always mean a lot to me! T
Posted By: MarioD Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/12/21 09:43 PM
Have mercy on you? You didn't need to write that, as this is some fantastic rock blues.

Not only are you an excellent singer you are a master of many instruments. Super guitar leads and excellent bass playing.

I really liked this!
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/13/21 06:20 AM
Thanks Lawrence for taking time to listen and comment! I appreciate it! T
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/13/21 06:20 AM
Thanks Leon! I appreciate it! T
Posted By: Greg Johnson Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/13/21 10:34 PM
WOW, that's an intro that'll wake you up in the morning!!! And it just gets better!! Great energy, great vocal, great arrangement, just great.......I think you get my meaning!! A wonderful treat for the ears Torrey!!!! Take care. Greg

P.S. That new Tele can rock.....at least in the right hands!!
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/13/21 11:39 PM
Thanks Marty! I always appreciate your comments! T
Posted By: tommyad Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/14/21 08:09 AM
Sounds great Torrey. I’m sure you’ll enjoy the Tele. Every serious guitar player should have one. Perfect mix and your usual high quality vocals. I liked it, Tom
Posted By: Charlie Fogle Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/14/21 09:28 AM
Infectious groove that captured my attention from the start. Enjoyable listen from start to finish.
Posted By: vicarn Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/14/21 09:38 AM
Plenty of energy here Torrey and you manage to cram a lot into this one.
Good stuff.

Vic
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/15/21 04:10 AM
Thanks James! I appreciate it! T
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/15/21 04:11 AM
Thanks J&B for taking the time to listen and comment! I appreciate it! T
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/15/21 04:12 AM
Thanks Tangmo! I appreciate it! T
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/15/21 04:14 AM
Thanks so much Gary! I appreciate the kind words! T
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/15/21 04:14 AM
Thanks Scott! I appreciate it! T
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/15/21 04:16 AM
Thanks Videotrack for taking time to listen and comment! T
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/15/21 04:17 AM
Thanks Herb for listening and commenting! I appreciate it! T
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/15/21 04:19 AM
Thanks Mario for all the positive and kind words! T
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/15/21 04:20 AM
Thanks Greg! I always appreciate your comments! T
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/15/21 04:22 AM
Thanks Tom! Yes I like that Tele! It will be my main choice for a while! T
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/15/21 04:22 AM
Thanks Charlie! I appreciate it! T
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: ROAD WEARY BLUES - 03/15/21 04:23 AM
Thanks Vic for your comments! I appreciate it! T
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