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#639671 - 02/01/21 07:35 PM [User Showcase] Re: NEW SONG: More of Me [Re: Al-David]
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Henry Clarke Offline
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Originally Posted By: Al-David
Originally Posted By: MarioD
I liked everything about this song. Super arrangement, fantastic voice, and an excellent mix. I wouldn't change a thing.


Yep - what Mario said! I couldn't have said better. Thanks for a really nice listen. To my ears, your vocalist sounds a bit like Natalie Maines. Regardless, she and your song combine for a really nice listen. Best to you ...

Alan


Sounds GREAT to me. Not my genre but she delivers it well and the instrumentation is great. Again I listen to the song as a whole. I think you've nailed it. Also shows the importance of having a vocalist that can "REALLY" sing delivery. I like it a lot !!


Edited by Henry Clarke (02/01/21 07:35 PM)

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#639732 - 02/02/21 08:05 AM [User Showcase] Re: NEW SONG: More of Me [Re: ChicagoBob]
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Great job Chicago Bob! Obviously excellent production and vocals but the lyrics are equaly fantastic. Are you a member of NSAI? If not, you should consider attending the next NSAI Chicago Chapter meeting; they were actually awarded the NSAI 2020 chapter of the year because of how well they support their songwriting community. Regardless, I really enjoyed your song.

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#640431 - 02/05/21 02:24 PM [User Showcase] Re: NEW SONG: More of Me [Re: Dewey_MI]
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Thanks Dewey, I am checking into the Chicago Chapter
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#640777 - 02/07/21 09:25 AM [User Showcase] Re: More of Me [Re: ChicagoBob]
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Bob, I like this a lot. I have listened several times. That girl can sing and the tone of her voice is perfect for the song. Well written and a real pleasure to listen to,Tom

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#640828 - 02/07/21 02:40 PM [User Showcase] Re: More of Me [Re: tommyad]
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Thanks Tom, Do you think this song has commercial value? I have a chance to pitch a song and wondering if this is the right one?

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#640830 - 02/07/21 02:54 PM [User Showcase] Re: More of Me [Re: ChicagoBob]
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Originally Posted By: ChicagoBob
Thanks Tom, Do you think this song has commercial value? I have a chance to pitch a song and wondering if this is the right one?
Sure! Good luck.

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#640908 - 02/08/21 06:42 AM [User Showcase] Re: NEW SONG: More of Me [Re: ChicagoBob]
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Hi ChicagoBob,

Very nice song full of emotion. The voice is gripping and the sweet and sober arrangement well done. I really appreciated.

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#641415 - 02/10/21 03:45 PM [User Showcase] Re: NEW SONG: More of Me [Re: Dewey_MI]
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Dewey, Thanks for the advice on the Nashville Songwriters. I just signed up--there are a lot of benefits and wanted to share them on the forum

https://www.nashvillesongwriters.com

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#641624 - 02/11/21 05:15 PM [User Showcase] Re: NEW SONG: More of Me [Re: ChicagoBob]
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I added a little video to help the song get visibility at YouTube and social media--

https://youtu.be/WaV_5vXJzg0

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#641693 - 02/12/21 05:55 AM [User Showcase] Re: NEW SONG: More of Me [Re: ChicagoBob]
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Dynamic arrangement, and a sweet voice to carry fine lyrics to that engaging melody. A wonderful production, ChicagoBob.
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#643326 - 02/21/21 05:06 PM [User Showcase] Re: NEW SONG: More of Me [Re: ChicagoBob]
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ChicagoBob Offline
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I created a video to go with the song --helps on youtube and facebook




Edited by ChicagoBob (02/21/21 05:49 PM)

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#643430 - 02/22/21 07:23 AM [User Showcase] Re: More of Me [Re: ChicagoBob]
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Nice melody. Good vocal.

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#644958 - 03/03/21 05:33 PM [User Showcase] Re: NEW SONG: More of Me [Re: BabuMusic]
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ChicagoBob Offline
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Thank you for the feedback

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#645006 - 03/04/21 06:49 AM [User Showcase] Re: NEW SONG: More of Me [Re: ChicagoBob]
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Excellent melody and arrangement and supported by
a nice vocal.

Well done!

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#645034 - 03/04/21 09:37 AM [User Showcase] Re: NEW SONG: More of Me [Re: ChicagoBob]
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Derochette Offline
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Hi ChicagoBob,

I had already commented on your composition that I appreciated but your video gives an extra charm to your composition.

Kindly regard
Derochette
alias JaniJack Flash
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#645289 - 03/06/21 07:21 AM [User Showcase] Re: NEW SONG: More of Me [Re: Derochette]
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ChicagoBob Offline
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Thanks Derochette, I am trying to do more work with videos and I find that the songs with video get more plays on all of my channels.
Bob

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#667532 - 08/08/21 09:06 AM [User Showcase] Re: NEW SONG: More of Me [Re: ChicagoBob]
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I pitched this a couple of times and several comments were that that the chorus didnt stand out enough -- and ideas?

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#667536 - 08/08/21 09:31 AM [User Showcase] Re: NEW SONG: More of Me [Re: ChicagoBob]
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This gets my vote for the Title of the month (or maybe year)!
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#694970 - 12/30/21 09:22 AM [User Showcase] Re: NEW SONG: More of Me [Re: MusicStudent]
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Thanks @MusicStudent.. for me, I find that the title is so important for me in my creation process-- even for an instrumental it helps me "hear the song" in my head.


Edited by ChicagoBob (12/30/21 10:11 AM)

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#695072 - 12/30/21 05:07 PM [User Showcase] Re: MORE of ME (feat. Xtina) [Re: ChicagoBob]
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The song is really nice and the singer is terrific. I'm not sure why I and others cannot make out the words she is singing. You could hire a pro mixer, they are not cheap ($100 roughly, so I'm told) but that could solve your problem.

As far as pitching it, have you listened to current music? Even ballads nowadays have hip hop elements to them. It's a mighty tough road. You've done a great job with this and obviously you've earned the admiration of the BIAB Showcase users. That would make me content.
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