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Sad Stories Sad Stories A bit of a sad one... Vocals & Lyric - Leon Guitar and vocal - Me The Band: RealTracks in style: 2877:Bass, Acoustic, AmericanaSlow16thsByron Ev16 060 RealTracks in style: 2879:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm AmericanaSparseSlow16thsColin Ev16 060 RealTracks in style: 2878:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm AmericanaSlow16thsBrent Ev16 060 RealTracks in style: 3074:Mandolin, Rhythm AmericanaSlow16thsAndy Ev16 060 RealTracks in song: 1539:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm PopBelieveHeldDry Ev16 065 RealTracks in song: ~688:Organ, B3, Background Pop Ev 065 RealDrums [in Song:AmericanaRoots16th^05-a:Kick, Sidestick, b:Snare Sad Stories Verse: [He said] I gave up drinking years ago Never thought I’d have the urge again Oh but how was I to know I’d be here without my one true friend I met her when she was just a girl [what a girl] And I was a foolish, foolish boy Forty years she stuck right by my side Through all the sadness and the joy Chorus: Always thought I’d be her sad story Never dreamed she would be mine Always thought I’d be her sad story Never dreamed for a minute that she’d be mine Verse: Everybody who gets to be as old as me [he said] Has a sad story, that’s guaranteed Everybody’s got their own little tragedy I’m just a man I’m not unique [not all all] Bridge: Now son I don’t claim our life was perfect There were bitter times mixed with the good But somehow our love pulled us through Wouldn’t change a minute if I could Chorus: Always thought I’d be her sad story Never dreamed she would be mine Always thought I’d be her sad story Never dreamed for a minute that she’d be mine Verse: I gave up drinking years ago Never thought I’d have the urge again Oh but how was I to know I’d be here without my one true friend Chorus: Always thought I’d be her sad story Never dreamed she would be mine Always thought I’d be her sad story Never dreamed for a minute that she’d be mine Never dreamed for a minute Never dreamed for a minute Never dreamed for a minute that she’d be mine
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Excellent narrative, arrangement and performances. There're some strident frequencies in Leon's voice during the 1st verse that could be tamed. The dynamic change at 2mins is cool too.
Cheers rayc "What's so funny about peace, love & understanding?" - N.Lowe
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Peter & Leon,
Excellent. A strong write.
"... Always thought I’d be her sad story Never dreamed for a minute that she’d be mine
Everybody who gets to be as old as me [he said] Has a sad story, that’s guaranteed Everybody’s got their own little tragedy I’m just a man I’m not unique [not all all]"
Nice!
Good vocal.
Good choice of a BAND. Nice builds and releases. Terrific arrangement. And a good mix.
Peter's ending guitar is superb.
Really like this.
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Excellent narrative, arrangement and performances. There're some strident frequencies in Leon's voice during the 1st verse that could be tamed. The dynamic change at 2mins is cool too. Appreciate the review Ray. Peter
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A sad story indeed! Really good writing, Leon. Certainly my worse case scenario, I can't imagine life without my wife.
Love the build at 2:00, very powerful.
And Peter, just loved your outro playing, very emotive.
Good one guys, right up there with your best.
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Sad stories seem to be your trademark, touching story with nice subtleness, "Everybody’s got their own little tragedy I’m just a man I’m not unique" beautifully said. Very nicely built blues chord progression. Enjoyed the band, vocals and the mournful guitar solo.
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Peter & Leon, A write that hits home ( the chorus is so powerful!) set to a restrained, moody backing that fits. I agree with other listeners on that nice build of drama at 2:00 and the outro guitar is awesome. For my taste the doubled vocal sounded a little distracting at times, but that`s a minor thing- this is excellent work!
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Hi Peter, Leon - This is an excellent write. Very strong lyrics. Has a great Americana sound to it (in my opinion). Agree with the other comments on mixing, performances, guitar.
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Whoa, Peter & Leon. Yes, that's way too sad for me. I'm actually tearing up. Great guitar to take us out of such a tragedy, Peter. Emotional lyrics well written and sung, Leon.
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Peter & Leon,
Excellent. A strong write.
"... Always thought I’d be her sad story Never dreamed for a minute that she’d be mine
Everybody who gets to be as old as me [he said] Has a sad story, that’s guaranteed Everybody’s got their own little tragedy I’m just a man I’m not unique [not all all]"
Nice!
Good vocal.
Good choice of a BAND. Nice builds and releases. Terrific arrangement. And a good mix.
Peter's ending guitar is superb.
Really like this.
fj
floyd Really appreciate the kind words an support. Peter
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The song is a bit lengthy for my attention span, but it's all well done.
Others mentioned that surprise around the 2:00 mark and I really like that too.
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A sad story indeed! Really good writing, Leon. Certainly my worse case scenario, I can't imagine life without my wife.
Love the build at 2:00, very powerful.
And Peter, just loved your outro playing, very emotive.
Good one guys, right up there with your best. Thanks Dave Peter
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Gentlemen ...
This is really, really nice! Everyone did their part superbly. Love the delivery. When the b/g vocals come in at 1:58, and then again at 4:10, the song just soars! Great vocal, guitar work and a FABULOUS WRITE. so, what's not to like? Nothing!
Well done ... a real nice listen. Wishing you both the best. Please be safe ...
Alan
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Lyrically, great start. But you got me hooked at the chorus: Always thought I’d be her sad story Never dreamed she would be mine I've gotta love a song that out and out proclaims what it's about.
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Sad stories seem to be your trademark, touching story with nice subtleness, "Everybody’s got their own little tragedy I’m just a man I’m not unique" beautifully said. Very nicely built blues chord progression. Enjoyed the band, vocals and the mournful guitar solo.
Janne Appreciate the thoughtful comments Janne. Peter
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Hello PeterF,
Beautiful endearing composition with a well done musical arrangement. I liked the lead guitar and the cello is in its place. Very good neat work.
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Kindly regards Derochette alias JaniJackFlash
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Very cool lyric and chord progressions. Excellent vocal and harmonies guys. Loved the slow strummed chords very cool. Loved the way the chorus came in . Well done Very cool guitar solo Peter. Cool tone
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Peter & Leon, Solid write! Nice guitars, especially solo. Strong, straight forward lyrics. Listens very well. That bridge really opened up ears Thank you for sharing! Misha.
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Peter & Leon, A write that hits home ( the chorus is so powerful!) set to a restrained, moody backing that fits. I agree with other listeners on that nice build of drama at 2:00 and the outro guitar is awesome. For my taste the doubled vocal sounded a little distracting at times, but that`s a minor thing- this is excellent work!
Robert Thanks Robert. Appears that bridge went down quite well. Peter
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Peter,
Gotta love a sad song. This has some really sweet lines in the write (and I like the little parenthetical asides). The bridge really resonates . . . nicely done. And, yeah, that outdo is very cool. Nice collab, gents!
All my best,
Deej
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