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Posted By: NigelSpiers Tragedy - Blues - 04/14/21 08:53 PM
TRAGEDY

A song about the break-up of my friend's marriage.

Written and produced by Nigel Spiers

Featuring the amazing talent of Brian Harley on Guitar.
For you guitar aficionados - can you spot where Brian changes pickup on his Fender Telecaster during the lead break?
Bass - Simon Marks
Drums - Al Olds
Piano - Nigel Spiers
Vocals - Nigel Spiers

Unfortunately I didn't take a note of the BIAB Style used when I wrote this song but I do remember it was an all MIDI style.

Best Regards
Nigel
Posted By: Deej56 Re: Tragedy - 04/15/21 12:22 AM
Nigel,

Like his one a lot—cool, jazzy feel with a great vocal. Love the sax and sweet harmonies. Terrific work on this. I am wondering if the vocals should sit back a it more in the mix—but if so, just a tad . . . see what others think. But regardless, sweet tune.

All my best,

Deej
Posted By: TuneMonger Re: Tragedy - 04/15/21 10:27 PM
Wow, this was terrific. Right up my alley. Great singing, great guitar. Like a busier Robert Cray. Excellent job, all.
Posted By: NigelSpiers Re: Tragedy - 04/16/21 08:22 PM
Hi Folks,

Thanks for your kind comments and suggestions.
Yes - I agree - the vocals may be a touch loud in the mix.

Best Regards
Nigel
Posted By: Ezekiel's Storm Re: Tragedy - 04/16/21 08:37 PM
Excellent vocal performance. Smoking guitar! Mix sounds good to me.
Posted By: Ghostgum Re: Tragedy - 04/17/21 02:58 AM
Great song - excellent groove. If I'm not mistaken, that change occurs around 02:12.
Posted By: NigelSpiers Re: Tragedy - 04/18/21 10:51 PM
Hi Ghostgum,

Spot-on - at 2:12.
If you send me your address I'll send you a chocolate fish (do they still have those in Australia?).

Best Regards
Nigel
Posted By: Alexander Paul Re: Tragedy - 04/19/21 03:55 PM
Both the guitar and vocals fit the song really well!
Posted By: Noel96 Re: Tragedy - 04/19/21 08:08 PM
Hi Nigel,

It's easy to hear that you are no stranger to writing and producing excellent songs.

I really, really like this.

Everyone has done a great job!



All the best,
Noel
Posted By: Greg Johnson Re: Tragedy - Blues - 04/22/21 09:47 PM
Some very cool blues!!! Everyone did a great job!! Take care. Greg
Posted By: NigelSpiers Re: Tragedy - Blues - 04/25/21 09:04 PM
Hi Alexander, Greg & Noel,

Thanks for all your very positive thoughts - much appreciated.

Best Regards
Nigel
Posted By: dcuny Re: Tragedy - Blues - 04/26/21 03:02 AM
The song immediately announces itself a blues and delivers throughout.

Engaging vocal, excellent guitar chops. Clean mix.

The bit dodgey pronunciation of "tragendy" until 3:51 adds to the flavor. wink

Fun listen!
Posted By: NigelSpiers Re: Tragedy - Blues - 04/26/21 03:50 AM
Hi David,

Well spotted - I wish I still had the original recording tracks so I could edit that out. I must have had a cold that day!

Best Regards
Nigel
Posted By: CaptainMoto Re: Tragedy - Blues - 05/03/21 11:04 PM
It all works for me!

Well done.

moto
Posted By: PeterF Re: Tragedy - Blues - 05/04/21 05:11 AM
Nigel

Very nice blues - pro sounding.

The guitar playing was truly superb.

Peter
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