Hi All,

Here's something called Light Years.

All the graves are in the backyard
And people move on there’s no doubt
Now I see the changing of the guard
Separate pathways a different route

No need to wave flags in the air
The stars won’t see them anyway
I sometimes just look up and stare
Still the same sky different day

And it's full speed into the light years
Shift through all the tired dreams
There’s a new moon on the mountain
If I can fly this old machine

Take a bus to New York City
And see your face in every mile
This old Trailways is a pity
It can run but it can’t fly

And it's full speed into the light years
Shift through all the tired dreams
There’s a new moon on the mountain
If I can fly this old machine

BIAB Real Tracks / Loops:
1036: Bass, Electric, NorthernRockBallad Ev 065
1596: Guitar, Acoustic, Strumming Pop16ths Ev 065
1600: Guitar, Acoustic, High-Strung Rhythm Pop16ths Ev 065
1599: Guitar, Electric, Rhythm Pop16ths Ev 065
Loop: Chillout/Chillout - dimensions_145_choir
RealDrums: RockNorthern a:Snare, HiHat Closed, b:Snare

Thanks for listening!

Bob

Your album would fit nicely on the Dylan/Lennon stack, Bob. What a good song. You came up with the perfect melody to present the lyrics, and sang them with feeling. Well said.

Love the arrangement! Very effective the way you bring in the electric and the choir.

Acoustic guitars sound great, are you doing additional processing on them? Everything sounds great actually, nice mix through the 'phones.

Really good, Bob

Bob,

"All the graves are in the backyard..."

A great opening line.
And it maintains that quality throughout.
An Excellent write!

An excellent Band and a terrific production/arrangement.
Maintains the "live band" feel/sound with just the right amount of build to keep it interesting/moving. And an excellent mix.

Your usual (so good) signature vocals!

So good!

fj

Marty,

Much appreciated - thank you.

Bob

Bob,
The world weariness in your vocal is a great fit with the lyrics, which paint an interesting picture... feels like we are being dragged into an uncertain future!
The simple instrumentation with everything sounding so clear is tasteful- the choir a good choice.
Btw-The line about Trailways made me think of highways which will soon be without Greyhound buses up here in Canada.
Fine songwriting.

Robert

Another great one Bob!

Man I love these lyrics!

Great sound, Bob. I like the way you've altered the meaning of 'light years' in the lyrics (which are very good).
Regards,
Leon

Dave,

Thanks so much - I appreciate that!

Bob

From the first moment, this song definitely had me hooked. You did a really poetic job with the lyrics. Great job, and thanks for taking the time to share with us.

That is a really good and chill song! There was a perfect harmony between your vocal and the instruments which made it a wonderful thing to listen to... I truly enjoyed listening to this!

Very well done,
Will

Nice mix and build - the synth was especially nice. Poetic write, and as Robert said, world-weary vocals to match.

Well done - I enjoyed listening!

Floyd,

Thanks - that means a lot.

Bob

Robert,

Thanks very much.

Bob

David,

Thank you!

Bob

Leon,

Thanks very much.

Bob

A life worn vocal.
A good band.
A strong narrative.
Well done.

Ember,

I appreciate that - thank you.

Bob

Hi rsdean,

Nice construction with realtracks. Sad pleasant music. The whole is well done. Well done.

Kindly regard
Derochette
alias JaniJackFlash

Love that guitar sound in this one.

Excellent vocal...very emotive.

"No need to wave flags in the air/The stars won’t see them anyway." Great Lyric.

Great song. Excelllent mix and mastering.

Will,

Thank you!

Bob

David,

Thanks so much.

Bob

"And it's full speed into the light years
Shift through all the tired dreams
There’s a new moon on the mountain
If I can fly this old machine"

Wonderful imagery ... no surprise there.

Your emotive vocal and the strummed acoustic gives this a strong singer/songwriter feel and the additional tracks move it more into the Americana groove. Whatever it's a good place to reside.

Well done - excellent production!

J&B

Bob,
Strong tune. Good set of lyrics and performance. Mix is excellent. Listens well.
Thank you for sharing.

Misha.

Ray,

Thanks - much appreciated.

Bob

Derochette.

Thank you!

Bob

This one just about slipped by me Bob. Love when your vocals are supported by the acoustic. Awesome vocal and lyric. Well done One of my favs of yours

"Shift through all the tired dreams"

"And see your face in every mile"

Superb lyrics. Amazing achievement, from every angle. Yes, this WOULD sit so well with the Lennon/Dylan records. It's got the simplicity of Lennon and the lyricism, pathos (even, perhaps?) of Dylan. It's also got a certain seriousness about it which I like.

Bravo - this goes straight into my "songs I want to hear again" playlist! :-)

Scott,

Thanks - I appreciate that!

Bob

Chris,

Thank you!

Bob

Really enjoyable listen Bob! You catch attention right away, then keep our attention for the whole ride. I may have picked up a few rhyme ideas from you

-C

Bob

Great imagery, great performance, and an excellent song.

Loved the vocal.

You are really on a roll.

Peter

'rsdean'...

Your songs always have an impressionistic effect on me. It's partly because of what I perceive as a quality of yearning in your voice that's also somehow edgy and urgent. The personality in your songs is like someone who is always on the move, but observes every single thing going on around him, missing nothing. In this song, the tempo of the Real Tracks instruments -- the steady, reassuring rhythm of the guitar strumming and the measured, yet laid back drumming -- mark each word of your lyrics like footprints on the path of your metaphorical journey. The song is taking us somewhere in a rush of kaleidoscopic imagery that embraces the earth and the heavens. That's a pretty vast 'songscape' that ranges from the intimate to the infinite. On all points this is a mesmerizing listening experience that, as 'they' said during the 60's, really opens up your mind.

Cool as ever my friend.

PS Sent you an email so be on lookout if you haven't seen already.:)

Janice & Bud,

Thank you - that is very appreciated.

Bob

Misha,

Thanks so much.

Bob

Scott,

Thank you!

Bob

musician17,

That is very kind - thank you.

Bob

HTL,

Thanks so much.

Bob

Peter,

Thanks very much.

Bob

Loren,

Thank you so much. Your reviews are always so thoughtful and kind. I appreciate the listen and the time you took to write the review.

Bob

Josie,

Thank you. Thanks also for bringing back those memories...

Bob

Something about this one, I can image Bruce Springsteen singing this.
With that in mind, I'd suggest a redo with some real passion in the voclas.

Well done!

moto

Hi Bob,

Wow! I love the anthem-like feel of this. It takes me back to the late 1960s. You've captured that moment in time really well.

It's always a delight to listen to your work. I never know what I'm going to hear One thing I do know, though, is that I'll always enjoy it.

All the best,
Noel

Noel,

That is very kind - thank you.

Bob