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Posted By: Rustyspoon# Your Desert co-write with Ray - 10/16/21 09:48 PM
Hi Folks.
Here is a tune that was in works for last few weeks. Lyrics co-written with Ray (rayc). A gentleman from the forum (jptjptjpt) gave me an idea to record Nadya BGVs on her phone, not to overcomplicate her with DAW setup, and so that this could be finished sooner. Critical comments are always welcomed (exept for Nadya's vocals, since very little could be done with it). Thank you for listening.
Misha.

Your Desert

Lyrics:

Endless masks are falling
Like autumn leaves
Luster of a knife
In the hands of a widow
Finding nothing,
But petty, benevolent sins
Meticulous motion
Through stained glass windows.

Passing through the cities that men built.
Crossing oceans someone spilt
I am scavenger in your desert
I am a passenger of your disabled train.

Ooohh,
The fortress of unconsciousness
Mating dance of snakes of civilization
Sweet potion
Slow motion
Joyful prison
Poisonous devotion.

Endless lives retailing
So many lies
Rebuke your ego
For posing in a mirror
Watching nothing,
But pretty, malevolent sins
Insidious motion
sip through cracks in the windows.

Glancing at the pities that men plead.
Crossing oceans of her guilt
She's the scavenger in love's desert
She's the prisoner of this disabled brain

Ooohh,
The fortress of unconsciousness
Forging memories of civilization
Sweet potion
Slow motion
Joyful prison
Poisonous devotion.


Lyrics me/Ray Cochrane
Vocals -me
BGV - Nadya
BIAB:
3468:Bass, Electric, AmericanaSyncSteveA Ev16 085
Loop: House-Techno-Trance\House - crunchy_120_b drums ev16.wav
1637:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm JazzFunkBreezyChords Ev16 075
2548:Guitar, Acoustic, Rhythm FolkSorrow Ev16 090
2650:Guitar, Electric, Background DreamyPopBalladFillsBrent Ev 085
3765:Vibes, Rhythm PopBallad Ev 085
RealDrums:RetroPop^04-a:Bass, OpenSnare, b:Bass, LoudSnare

Synths of Halion + Kontakt. Recorded in Cakewalk.
Posted By: rayc Re: Your Desert co-write with Ray - 10/17/21 02:44 AM
Again you give me far too much credit.
This was already a thing, it had a musical presence, it had the Misha consciousness and it had that haunting melody AS WELL AS fantastic image flooded lyrics. I did enjoy, yet again, working within your orbit. THANKS.
Posted By: dcuny Re: Your Desert co-write with Ray - 10/17/21 03:33 AM
You consistently come up with interesting music.

This has got a slinky, dangerous vibe to it, which fits well with the poetic lyrics.

Really engaging to listen to! laugh
Posted By: NigelSpiers Re: Your Desert co-write with Ray - 10/17/21 10:48 AM
Hi Misha,

I really enjoyed your song - music and lyrics.

I thought it was really different (which is good) and very entertaining throughout.

Well done.

Best Regards
Nigel
Posted By: Scott C Re: Your Desert co-write with Ray - 10/17/21 11:56 AM
Very cool song Misha. Loved the backtrack. Super vocals. Loved the haunting vocal from Nadya. Well done
Posted By: Janice & Bud Re: Your Desert co-write with Ray - 10/18/21 10:58 AM
"This has got a slinky, dangerous vibe to it, which fits well with the poetic lyrics."

David nailed it ... so well stated.

It's an outstanding presentation of a "connect your own dots" lyric.

The haunting BGV's work really well. It is hard to imagine the project w/o them.

The bass made me immediately check to see what RT it was as it fits and sounds excellent.
As does the entire mix.

Your vocal processing is perfecto.

Nice work y'all!

J&B
Posted By: rsdean Re: Your Desert co-write with Ray - 10/18/21 02:44 PM
Misha / Ray,

Excellent song. A great vocal by Misha and some outstanding production.

Bob
Posted By: Birchwood Re: Your Desert co-write with Ray - 10/18/21 04:32 PM
Hi Misha, Ray and Nadya,

A fascinating song. But it still is your Eastern style!
Remarkable choice of instruments. Intriguing is the other word that comes to me.
Together with your dark voice it produces a wonderful song.

I just wish Nadya's bg voices sounded a little clearer, but that's a minor aspect in your very nice song!

Hans
Posted By: MarioD Re: Your Desert co-write with Ray - 10/18/21 07:58 PM
Super groove, fantastic lyrics, great vocal, outstanding backing tracks and haunting vocals by Nadya. What's not to like in this one, i.e. everything is perfect.

Outstanding piece of music.
Posted By: jptjptjpt Re: Your Desert co-write with Ray - 10/19/21 12:05 AM
Another fine production. Your lyrics are always interesting and well crafted. Nadya's vocals sound good. Cool song. Great recording.
Posted By: BlueAttitude Re: Your Desert co-write with Ray - 10/19/21 09:39 AM
I listened yesterday but didn't have time to comment.

This is great, Misha! Your music is always such a treat to listen too.

Nadya sounds good, you should write a song for her to solo on sometime!

Good stuff, enjoyed!
Posted By: BabuMusic Re: Your Desert co-write with Ray - 10/19/21 10:01 AM
Oh, yeah, I gotta start out by quoting Janice & Bud who are quoting David: "This has got a slinky, dangerous vibe to it, which fits well with the poetic lyrics." And that fretless bass --the whole band-- really adds a ton of danger to the slink. Oh, yeah, your lyrics are always top-notch. In fact, they seem to create their own notch above others. You vocals always draw me in, and Nadya on the phone is outstanding. I agree with Dave about her soloing sometime. Excellent song, Misha, and, RayC, you don't seem to realize how inspirational you are. hehe Great collab!
Posted By: floyd jane Re: Your Desert co-write with Ray - 10/22/21 11:34 AM
Misha,

...and the reluctant ray...and Nadya - who is, apparently, phoning it in... smile

Killer Music. Love it!

Excellent write. Your lyrics are creative, thought-provoking, vivid and cinematic.
The melody is as creative as the lyric.
Well sung. (Nadya's BGVs sound good!)

Exquisite production. And an incredibly good mix. A true listening experience. Some of the best stuff ever put up here.

Talent on display.

fj
Posted By: Greg Johnson Re: Your Desert co-write with Ray - 10/22/21 08:31 PM
Very cool collab guys!!! It has a really eerie feel! I think the BGs worked perfectly! Great band choice.....bass sounds awesome!! It all works for me!! Take care. Greg
Posted By: Mark Hayes Re: Your Desert co-write with Ray - 10/22/21 08:50 PM
Really enjoying the knife blade tones and imagery to match. Luscious production.
Posted By: TuneMonger Re: Your Desert co-write with Ray - 10/22/21 10:08 PM
Ah, some lyrics I can sink my teeth into! Loved the BGV and overall mood of the song. Well done!
Posted By: CaptainMoto Re: Your Desert co-write with Ray - 10/23/21 09:21 PM
Always love your evocative lyrics.

Nadya's vocals are deluxe!

Only critique is to dial back the staccato guitars a bit.

moto
Posted By: jannesan Re: Your Desert co-write with Ray - 10/24/21 02:14 PM
A prison at the fortress of unconsciousness, very imaginative and mysterious lyrics. The instrumentation reflect nicely the mood. The intro is very intriguing, introducing the nice bass, it would have been nice to hear more that fatal electric guitar. Excellent moody vocals. A song that grows on every listen.

Janne
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: Your Desert co-write with Ray - 10/27/21 11:28 PM
Misha/Ray,

This is wonderful! There's so much going on and it ALL sounds totally pro to me! I would not have ever guessed those vocal parts were recorded with a phone! I feel this is your best work to date that I've heard! Thanks, Torrey
Posted By: Ezekiel's Storm Re: Your Desert co-write with Ray - 10/30/21 08:26 PM
What a phantasmic piece!

Lyrics are extraordinary. The first verse is masterfully crafted.

"Meticulous motion/Through stained glass windows" Wow!

The production is exceptional. You must spend a considerable amount of time selecting and editing the RTs.
Posted By: bluage Re: Your Desert co-write with Ray - 10/31/21 01:41 PM
Hello, Ray, 'Rustyspoon#' and Ms. Nadya...

I enjoyed your production as a journey through a metaphysical mindscape of great symbolic intensity and mystical portent, of a sort.

Ms. Nadya's siren-call vocal performance was a reassuring aural presence as she guided me down the song's challenging, shape-shifting path.

As a collaboration, the song is distinctive and memorable. It's 'musical alchemy' of the purest, most imaginative kind. In much earlier times, you folks would be summoned by kings and queens to assist them in divining what the future held for them.
Posted By: PeterF Re: Your Desert co-write with Ray - 10/31/21 05:57 PM
Misha & crew,

I'll quote Marty who is quoting Bud & Janice quoting David:
"This has got a slinky, dangerous vibe to it, which fits well with the poetic lyrics."

Stunning clever music different and immersive.

You guys have shown off tons of talent with this one.

Peter
Posted By: Rustyspoon# Re: Your Desert co-write with Ray - 11/09/21 11:45 PM
Ray,
Thank you for being there!
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David,
Thank you for kind words and your time!
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Nigel,
Thank you for listening and your encouraging comments!
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Scott,
Thank you for your feedback, here and on SC!
Nadya is very talented woman, I hope she will join me in future projects.

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J&B
Thank you for your kind words and support here and on SC!
Dangerous, huh? smile
Yeah, that bass is super!
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Bob,
Thank you for listening and your feedback!
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Hans,
Thank you for giving this time and kind words!
Nadya recorded her vocals through the phone... smile that is why it is not of the best quality.
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Mario,
Thank you for giving this time and your support!
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jptjptjpt,
Thank you for listening and your comments. Lyrics are co-written with Ray. I find collaborations a rewarding process smile
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BlueAttitude,
Thank you for giving this time and kind words. Writing song for Nadya...She can "outwrite" me in almost every aspect smile
I am trying to get her into BIAB as she has all the skills. Small steps.
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Marty,
Thank you for listening and your positive comments! You are bass guy, steal technique! smile Surprisingly there are not whole much of fretless in BIAB. Perhaps you can fill the gap?
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FJ,
"phoning it in -LOL
Thank you for listening and your fantastic comments!

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Greg,
Thank you for giving this time and your support!
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Mark,
Thank you for listening and your feedback!

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Moto,
Thank you for listening and your constructive comment!

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Janne,
Thank you for kind words! "fatal electric guitar" smile
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Torrey,
Thank you for giving this time and your support!

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Scott, thank you for listening and your kind comments here and on SC.
This one actually came together fairly quickly, compared to most. I guess luck smile
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bluage,
Thank you for your elaborate and beautiful feedback!

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Peter,
Thank you for giving this time and your kind words!
Posted By: Leon1 Re: Your Desert co-write with Ray - 11/11/21 09:12 PM
Hypnotically good, Misha (and Ray). Wonderful dynamics, buckets of creativity. Love the backing vocals.
Regards,
Leon
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