Paul Bush 132 Posted October 15, 2020 Hallo Chaps , I really am on a roll as they say , since I`ve had the pleasure to be on this bandlab forum Ive writen and recorded a so many songs , heres another ``blue for you ´´ written and recorded in about three weeks , I wasnt sure if this one was a keeper untill I added the short chorus harmonies and it then fell into place , 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ABull 84 Posted October 16, 2020 Hey Paul, this reminds me of something Steve Miller might do -- good groove and I liked that guitar break -- the playing and tone are perfecto -- good work mate~~Allan. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kevin Walsh 124 Posted October 18, 2020 You always have such interesting melodies, and the mix is so clear. Great guitar tones throughout with a really good break. Great vocals and harmonies and yeah, the chorus works really well. Keep 'em coming! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
emeraldsoul 1,081 Posted October 18, 2020 Well first off this has a songwriter's signature that I don't remember hearing before. It's super original, which is always good. Mix wise I liked it best when the vocals were doubled! On the single lead vocals, sometimes I couldn't make out the words, which is not a deal breaker exactly - but you might bring the single vocal up just a smidge, or better yet seek out the snare hit that inevitiably masks certain words in spots, and drop the snare out of the way a bit just for that conflicting moment. Or just go with what you got 'cause it's pretty good as is, really. cheers, -Tom 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paul Bush 132 Posted October 18, 2020 Hi guys , thankyou all so much for taking the time to reply and comment , this was one of those songs I wasnt really sure about, its so hard keep everything in perspective when one writes so getting such a positive response spurs me on no end , I try and write intresting melodies without them sounding too complicated and over clever , which I´m not cheers Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bajan Blue 405 Posted October 18, 2020 Hi Paul - like this - guitar playing and tone excellent Good job Nigel 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paul Bush 132 Posted October 21, 2020 Thanks Nigel, I´m constantly surprised with the bandlab vitual amp set-ups I usually delete the reverb and add it on later during mixdown to have more contol over the sound cheers Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
daryl1968 362 Posted October 21, 2020 This is great Paul - really lively. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hidden Symmetry 810 Posted October 21, 2020 Really enjoyed this track Paul. The tune, performance, driving guitars, vocals- great job! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wookiee 883 Posted October 22, 2020 It works for me, has the things that make the furry ears smile and say stop, listen you furry lump. Nice one @Paul Bush 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim Fogle 495 Posted October 22, 2020 Paul, Blue For You has a distinctive sound, I really enjoy listening to this mix as everything is clear but there is nothing that is in your face. The only thing I would change is I would reduce the number of crash cymbal hits. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DeeringAmps 798 Posted October 23, 2020 I was thinking this needed something, a grinding B3 maybe?, then it hit; yeah! I do think the verse is a bit "naked"; but your tune, your production. Overall 👍 t 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paul Bush 132 Posted October 23, 2020 Hi t , I´m not very good at layering the instuments so I try to avoid too many instuments playing at once ..if that makes sense? I also wanted a bottleneck guitar in there but once again too many cooks etc Ive still got some tricks of the trade to learn , cheers Pb 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bapu 2,204 Posted October 27, 2020 I'm going to go out on a limb and suggest that since you used a drum VST, I'll then say the song could really shine with a live drummer. The vocals are really good as are the guitars. Bass is foundational, which is all this kind of song requires. But I'd up the bass by at least 1 db. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paul Bush 132 Posted October 27, 2020 Hi Bapu, yeah a live drummer would be nice unfortunately its luxury that I cant afford , so i´m stuck with EZdrums , as far as the Bass goes I struggle with it because i´m no Bass player so when I record the bass I try and hide it rather than embrace it and try and play it properly ..although I did write a song where I played a rather convincing walking bass line my one and only time that said ``check out the basslines ´´ in any of my offerings..... cheers for the comments Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bjornpdx 594 Posted October 28, 2020 Paul, your songs have a distinctive character to them. This one has a catchy chorus and I like the vocal doubling there. I thought the voc could use bit more thickening, maybe bit more reverb or something? But well done song. Enjoyed it. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Douglas Kirby 513 Posted October 29, 2020 That's a cool rocker - I really enjoyed your lead vocal - nice job there. I also enjoyed the vocal doubles and harmonies on the chorus - they really hook the listener in. The rhythm guitars sounded excellent - and the mix overall sounded quite good to my ears. Well done. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lynn Wilson 432 Posted October 29, 2020 Paul, I like everything about this! I listened to it several times before I responded because it's so enjoyable. This might be perfect for a video. Stay healthy! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paul Bush 132 Posted October 30, 2020 Hi Lyn, well funny you shouild say that , most of my songs on bandlab have a video so that I can post it on my youtube page.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thegaltieribrothers 173 Posted November 6, 2020 Hi Paul, Love the track, especially love the vocals and excellent guitar-work. Thanks for sharing. Good Job! regards paul 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
