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Not really getting the Lofi vibe here ? . . . musically it's a good listen, but sonically, it reminds me that the audio card is not set up correctly, hence the endless high end pops through this whole piece. Is that intended ? Just curious.

Like this one a lot ! (every time I see a hidden symmetry post here on the forum, I know it will be greatness) Very worldly jazz, so much talent here. Since you're asking for mix critiques, my personal preference is to have more low punch in the kick drum, yes it's super clear, leaving more room for the instruments, but kick should have more kick. Doesn't take away from my enjoyment of the piece, and maybe on a large sound system it might work . . . but, on my headphone listen, that was the first thing I noticed.

Nicely done gentlemen ! Don't apologize for the topic, it needs to be said. I thought it was a positive message. Lynn mentions Dave Gilmour, and at first listen, the guitar effect actually reminded me of an old song where Dave Gilmour played on a Paul McCartney song . . . lots of junk on that signal chain, but it really works here. You seem to always get very clear mixes, so nothing more to add there. Guys, keep on rockin' in the free world, as they say here in Canada.

Hey Jerry . . . delightful to listen to. While classical in it's presentation, you have infused some modern synthesized sequencers very effectively, and wow ! what an intricate tapestry you've accomplished here. Moments of mathematical and soul at the same time. Liking the way your theme develops and recurs in different forms. The choral aspect is a nice addition, but I can't hear the lyrics . . . but maybe that's just the singer in me , wanting to understand them ? Ya' I know it's Requiem Choir, but . . . In fact, you took 20 minutes of my time on this Friday night (once on speakers, and once on headphones) So good Jerry, always so good !

Well I've joined a bit late, but the current mix sounds good on my studio headphones. I don't hear much music like this on the airwaves recently, rock it on. The guitars sound warm and not brash at all, very pleasant to listen to, and I can understand the lyrics, which is always tricky in this thick rock style, cudos there. I'm curious are you using any mix techniques to get the warmth, or is that mostly in the recording technique ?

Superb and heartfelt ballad, excellent vocal delivery. Ya' this one resonates for me. Psychedelic video adds some visual interest, but I mostly appreciate the song itself.

Hi Wayne . . . Yoda used to say "nefarious the world is" . . . are we naïve if we trust in the humanity of it all ? . . . or, are we fools to keep our music only for ourselves to listen to ? The Cakewalk Songs forum has always been about sharing projects created in Cakewalk . . . thieves will always steal, musicians will always make music. There are probably plenty of copyright lawyers who would love to take your money if you feel your work has been stolen. Posting it online might be the best copyright we have these days.

Gary . . . poetry is poetry, this is quite well done. It won't be a Christian Pop song. It has some serious drama, so I think the music you write should reflect that. My favorite all time theatre music is Jesus Christ Superstar, music that has stayed with me all these years. I think you should fit your youthful lyrics to a really powerful chord progression (one that shifts between major and minor keys, perhaps), and orchestrate it from there. I look forward to hearing the results here. Sounds like it's calling out to you, so you simply have to do something with it.

If we're searching for perfection in this mix . . . the one thing I've noticed compared to my previous listen to this . . . those very subtle background vocals have become just a whisper, in my opinion far to subtle. Please bring them back so they are audible again.

I was going to say 7/8 time. RexRed . . . always love your lyrics and vocal delivery. I would call this song "Last Love of Mine" because that's the line that seals it. Great work as always.

Okay, so it starts like unplugged metal, user friendly congas and shakers . . . but I've heard your stuff before, so knew those big drums and high vocals were comin' ! , and they delivered when they came. Really like this one, glad to see you still cranking out some great tunes.

Well, I must say it's a very balanced use of vertigo efx . . . *# Lol, full effect cannot be achieved on a phone . . . unless you have 1 phone on each ear, or maybe listen to it loud in a phone booth ! But seriously, Wookiee I enjoyed this, found it playful, brightened the grey day over here.

David, the extra minute added sounds great. Seems to me it starts as a quick allusion to a classical theme, and a waltz, then goes more mod for the rest of it. Nice work !

So great ! The band Yes comes to mind, but more edge, and modern gadgetry that they used. Vocals are powerful and flawless. The mix, as others have mentioned is spectacular. Really wish I could find so much space around those drums in my mixes as you've accomplished here . . . so I'll go back for some more studious listens, thanks ever so much for posting it here.

Great to hear ! . . . that setting has tripped me up so many times, that's why I remembered.

Allan . . . very well written song, and I always dig your vocals and harmonies. You have a characteristic "slide up" in the vocals of many of your songs that I like. I'm not hearing the 60's thing others have mentioned, for me, it needs more tambourine to sound 60's . . . or, more cowbell to sound 70's ? Lol. My mix preference here would be to have the vocals lower and the instruments slightly louder, drum balance is good. On headphones it sounds more balanced, but listening on smaller speakers, I hear the vocals standing out a lot, but alas, they sound great, so no real offense there.

Do you have Edit-Preferences-Project-MIDI . . . Zero Controllers When Play Stops checked ?

Wookiee . . . part 5 is alive ! . . . and it's a wonder, lots of swirling synths. I got a very positive vibe from this, especially the triumphant ending, thanks Wookiee man. (So you do have some drums there after all)

ReMARKable . . . simply ReMARKable ! ! Sounds like you had some fun recording this, your subtle touch on the frets is SO there. I've loved this song ever since the first time I heard it on the radio, instant like, and as a musician I remember wanting to know who it was, and how they got that sound. You captured it's unique mood very effectively ! (I'm kinda' wishin' I had a mark skinner VST guitar plugin in my studio, I would stand in line for that)

David . . . nicely done, an interesting piece . . . it alludes to many things and styles in it's short little time. I found that if you play it 3 or 4 times, it asks you to open your wallet, lol . . . one of these days I might just do that, but it will need to be longer

Hi Kenny . . . really like from the start how you made this a smooth combo of acoustic and electric GTRs . . . you have that great touch on the fretboard, really enjoyed this ! . . . thanks for the post here.

Wookiee man . . . I have been following this 4 part tour of yours, I listened to this latest addition last week before you put EFX onto it. Yes, the ambience and VST stuff really adds an extra dimension to your composition . . . and it's interesting to see it evolve here. For some reason in my head I'm hearing a Pink Floyd groove without the drum kit, but I know you won't add a drum kit . . . and I like it just the way it is.

Gary . . . excellent mix, I've always loved the big band era music, and you've nailed it so well. Sounds just like you are actually there, live.

Rex . . . really like the vocal performance, the way you've captured it here, quite stunning, lyrically and performance wise. I can hear this on the radio so easily. Ya' the harmonica is a bit brash, those producers will tell you that I'm sure . . . I'd like to hear it mellowed a bit, but it's so well done, that becomes minor stuff, just a great song . . . thanks for sharing it here.

Billy86 . . . I may not have the recipe for the fix you want, mostly sympathy (I have Impulse 61) . . . I've had this happen way too many times, a real drag to the creative moment, monkeying with midi connections. Usually I get it to work after numerous reboots, unplugging USB, replugging etc . . . sometimes toggling Input Echo on the channel, or Global FX toggling helps. Good luck !