'Scales Posted February 8, 2015 Share Posted February 8, 2015 With 1000 posts approaching faster than I ever though possible, I'm sharing my first couple of originals recorded the other day for use as part of a demo CD. These are the first songs I wrote for the (mainly) covers band. Recorded live off the desk. Some mixing but not mastered at all as yet. Hope this gets a toe or two tappin' Thanks for indulging me anyway guys https://soundcloud.com/itiswhatitis-5/first-song https://soundcloud.com/itiswhatitis-5/second-song Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rabs Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 Decent stuff man nice solo tone on that first one and I found that the catchier of the two.. As you say, needs a bit more mixing but not bad by any means Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Natural Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 Solid stuff. Very nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tman Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 Fantastic man! Very catchy and toe tappin I too like the first one better. To me, and I mean this in a complimentary way, it's a bit Tom Petty meets Jimmy Buffet 😀👍😎🍷 really like it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surfpup Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 Always feels risky putting it out there eh? But that's really good stuff! I enjoyed both songs. I think I liked the second one best guitar wise. If you are still mixing, a bit more treble wouldn't hurt. I listened to them on good headphones not crappy computer speakers, and they could use a little sizzle I think. If you are still laying down tracks, perhaps some harmony vocals? The singer (you?) has a John Prine whine - and I do not mean that in a bad way at all. I like it. But some harmony sweetness is always a plus in my book. Great work. Thanks for sharing it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karloff Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 good job. I really like 'em. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StRanger7032 Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 Nice work! I had fun jamming some leads along with those. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brad1 Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 Enjoyed listening to them both. Great job man! Really liked the raw sound/vibe of the first song. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryUK Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 I'm known for being critical and there's nothing wrong with those. The first one I felt was the best and I could imagine Bruce Springsteen singing it. The second one, Tom Petty. Perhaps you should try and sell them? I'd happily play in your band though. Well done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
'Scales Posted February 9, 2015 Author Share Posted February 9, 2015 Thanks folks - deeply appreciate both the encouragment as well as the specific things to focus on. Our sound guy has apparently remixed and mastered a bunch of songs which I look forward to hearing (the files are x10 in size so he's done something). References to Springsteen, Petty et al are very apt and perceptive on your parts - they are all part of the idea. I did the singing and rhythm guitar on those tracks and (being Aussie) probably overdid the vocal twang in my efforts to make them Springsteenish lyrics meets Petty style vocal meets southern rock style vibe. Thats where recording is great to hear yourself and learn from. These guys (and those in my originals band just starting off) are all middle aged at least (I am the baby by some margin) and apart from our lead guitarist have never played in a band in our lives until 2012 and are by no means great on our instruments - but what fun it is! - I mention this in the hope that anyone thinking about playing music with others might give it a go - it is slightly awkward at first but not for long - if we can do it, anyone can. Thanks again all! cheers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tman Posted February 10, 2015 Share Posted February 10, 2015 'Scales very best to you. Playing in a band, performing, writing and amateur recording have been amongst the greatest thrills in my life and you have captured the essence of that thrill with your post. Cheers and many years of pleasure in this endevour. Live long and prosper, 💪🍤 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saturn Posted February 10, 2015 Share Posted February 10, 2015 Good job 'Scales. Both songs were very easy to listen to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimi Mac Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 Good on ya!!! Nuthin' wrong with them. They'll kill all night at a pub gig! I even got a slight Gordon Lightfoot vibe from the second one... It's all good! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marky Forrest Posted February 12, 2015 Share Posted February 12, 2015 Really liked them both. Thanks for sharing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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