Mercy by Scott Carmichael
Genre: Rock
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I learned some things on this song. I often write when I’m driving, and I spend quite a bit of time driving. One day this song was coming to me so started jotting it down as I drove. When I got home I said “don’t talk to me” as I ran past to my studio. I didn’t want to loose what I was hearing. I picked up my guitar and proceeded to loose the whole thing. Guitar is my main instrument and it is very at home in my hands, so there are things that I do on my guitar that I don’t even think about. Those things took me further and further from what I originally heard. I finally put my guitar down and walked away. The song was lost!
I went to a quite place and when the song that I originally heard started to come back to me... I went and wrote it on piano... I’m just proficient enough to get the song out on piano, and the piano will not lead me anywhere... so I could still hear the song as I got in there and found the song that was originally in my head...
I learned quite a bit about song writing in the process
I have had this song on the shelf for a long time... When I played Mercy live I did it on piano, because the piano hook is essential... One of the last times I played Mercy live, Captain Jack, a friend who played incredible sax, played with us. I always knew that the break was wanting a sax solo... but when I heard it done live, I was married to the idea... Jack and I made plans to record his parts, when I got the song ready for him, Jack died of a heart attack. We never recorded it, and I put the song away after trying several acoustic and electric solos that never quite sounded right to me.... I have tried to fill the space that Jack took as well as I can... there is a version coming with real sax
one last thing... the guitar solos sound too loud to my ears, but I always get the same
comments... “turn up the guitar solo”... so here it is... McBoy r u out there??
I'm not sure about this genre
I went to a quite place and when the song that I originally heard started to come back to me... I went and wrote it on piano... I’m just proficient enough to get the song out on piano, and the piano will not lead me anywhere... so I could still hear the song as I got in there and found the song that was originally in my head...
I learned quite a bit about song writing in the process
I have had this song on the shelf for a long time... When I played Mercy live I did it on piano, because the piano hook is essential... One of the last times I played Mercy live, Captain Jack, a friend who played incredible sax, played with us. I always knew that the break was wanting a sax solo... but when I heard it done live, I was married to the idea... Jack and I made plans to record his parts, when I got the song ready for him, Jack died of a heart attack. We never recorded it, and I put the song away after trying several acoustic and electric solos that never quite sounded right to me.... I have tried to fill the space that Jack took as well as I can... there is a version coming with real sax
one last thing... the guitar solos sound too loud to my ears, but I always get the same
comments... “turn up the guitar solo”... so here it is... McBoy r u out there??
I'm not sure about this genre
Lyrics:
Ever the wanderer, often awayOnly half listen to things that you say
Then the storm drives me home, and I find I’m alone
and I’m frightened and longing for friends.
When the grace is all used up, then your mercy begins
And the mercy that follows me where ever I’ve been
Is the mercy that saves me again and again
The God of that mercy has been a great friend... oh mercy
Send me mercy, tender mercy again
Sometimes a fugitive, guilty of crime
Fully preparing to do some hard time
Then i fall to my knees and I cry out God please
I’m afraid I may die in my sin
When the grace is all used up
then that’s when your mercy begins
And the mercy that follows me where ever I’ve been
Is the mercy that saves me again and again
The God of that mercy has been a great friend... oh mercy
Send me mercy, tender mercy again
Mercy keep me in this place
never let me fall from grace
Mercy finds me when I’m far
brings me back to where you are
If my heart is far away
precious mercy let me stay
Close enough to see your face
God of mercy ful of grace
Hardware:
drawmer preamp/compressor, yamaha baby grand, taylor c612, g4 and g5, mackie mixer, several mikes, all condensorSoftware:
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composerclark
Just kidding! Everything sounds balanced wel to my ears.
This song is great, ah, GREAT! Beautiful song, beautiful singing,
amazing guitar shredder solos (!), great feel; it's everything you could
possibly want.
The genre is fine, but is there any reason you shy away from
'Religious-Inspirational' as a category? Because that would seem like a
natural fit to me, and there ain't nuttin' wrong with that category!
I'm curious... is this from a CD ? if not, it SHOULD be on a CD, and it
should be getting radio play.
10-10-10-10
Scott Carmichael
LOL... wow Clark...thank you, thank you and thank you... i did see the post
where you mentioned me as a "guitar shredder" I didn't know how to
respond... I know so many players that are better, i don't think of my self that
way, and I only pick up my electric when I need to record parts...
As for the genre... I have posted in the Religious Inspirational category
beforre... but, I don't want to marginalize a song.. I don't want someone to
like it because they agree, or the reverse... I was a musician before I was a
Christian, so sometime i just want to mix it up with the big boys... I would
gladly post this elsewhere if that is the consensis... the guitar said ROCK to
me... but the piano changes are somewhat bluesy...
and no... I don't have a CD... this has been on the shelf in my house since
Jack died
thank you Clark again
composerclark
Hi Scott, the 'shredder' label was something I thought you'd find funny when I
started that Yngwie vs. the Tiler thread, but really, this is VERY impressive
electric guitar playing.
Regarding genre, by all means leave it here--it's definitely rock, and people
should submit their songs in whatever category they think is appropriate. I
just am not sure that putting it in the 'religeous inspirational' genre would
limit its exposure in any significant way, because you've already established
yourself as one of the best musicians on the site, any you have many fans,
most of whom would check out your new submissions no what category they
were in.
Even polka. Or ska. (Both of which are woefully underrepresented at this
site, by the way! Conspiracy?)
I REALLY, REALLY think you should give the general public a shot at hearing
your music via Christian music radio or other outlets. Yeah, I know it's not
easy, and maybe you've already gone through all this, but if I had written stuff
as good as yours, I'd make a 3 song demo CD and do some Internet research
to see who to send it to. It's extraordinarily good.
I've mentioned this to you before, I think, but I was a Praise Band leader in a
church for many years, which, aside from the politics was a blast, and your
stuff is as good as any of the songs we ever did.
Also, I mentioned Steve Bell to you before; have you ever had a chance to
listen to any of his music? Some of it is on iTunes, I think, and your voice and
music remind me a little bit of his, and I LOVE his stuff.
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Visit <a style="color:blue;font-size:11px;" href="http://www.clarkross.ca">my website</a> for lots more free MP3s and scores.
Cori Ander
Nice that you bring up the interesting problem of hands doing things
on the guitar that you don%u2019t even think about which leads further and
further from what you originally heard.
Have you ever tried having some small hand recorder in the car so you
can sing your ideas as they come? I did that once on an instrumental
idea. Was walking around outdoors for hours singing to the recorder as
the tune evolved. Back home I had a challenge to make the guitar
follow the themes, but it resulted in more interesting and non-habitual
music than ususal.
OK, your song then. Well what could I say, else than Splendid,
Wonderful! You are a strange one. You seem to have the ablity to make
everything right: composition, arrangement, recording, instrument
performance and above it all VOCALS!
This is to my ears a fully professional production.
Furthermore, and maybe more important; it is full of life and juice!
Sounds like the song is so fresh to you, that it still has all its love and
life within you as you perform.
Aside of that I agree on everything composerclark said.
10101010 to you Scott!
Scott Carmichael
Hey Curry... That is where I ended up... I can still be sparked by something I
come up with on guitar... but a small recorder really helps maintain a
direction, and my 50 year old memory can use a little help...
My wife and friends also call me strange, but they have a whole different set
of reasons... I like yours more.... and as for the freshness... i have better
mikes now than the one used on this but, I've left the recording alone
because the moment seemed right to me..
thanx Curry... starting with 10's... hi praise indeed
GUION
Perfect sound. Great composition. Best adjustment of voices. Pretty
guitar. High mixture. Congratulations.
Scott Carmichael
thank you Jaun... The hi light of this one for me is the "composition"... It is so
different than where I would have ended up had I not jumped over to the
piano
Roxylee
Perfect. I rarely even listen to rock music, but this song changes my
mind. It all sounds pleasing to my ears, everything goes perfectly
together. I think the local Christian radio station should play this and
make it a number one hit. Truly great message, production, playing,
and singing. Did I leave anything out? Faved & downloaded.
Scott Carmichael
thanx Rox... a download is the highest compliment... I wasn't sure about the
genre... I'm still not... I kept going through the list and not seeing where it
fit...
Mcboy
and playing...really well mixed......vocals sound fantastic......that lead is
soaking with soul....wow....
Scott Carmichael
thanx man... I enjoyed your interview, although you are still a mystery
wrapped in an enigma... it's funny how MJ effects us... as i was mixing, I kept
thinking of you and putting the guitar up further than i would have... and I
trust you more than I do me... it seems to have worked
futzpucker
Like all your music, Scott, this sounds fantastic. Beyond that is the heart
and soul that comprise the basis of all your music - your songs go
straight in and find their home inside immediately. This is a wonderful
gift you have, and all of us here are very grateful you share it with us.
I must mention the obvious: your musical skills are at a very high level,
and when they are combined with the above the magic that you create
gets manifested, like it is here.
Thank you for allowing me to put this in my iPod, which is where it's
headed.
Scott Carmichael
thank you Patrick... that means alot to me... I'm also very happy to be here,
and I have certainly grown in this art through the feedback and forums, and
learning to listen... this can only be good for us... and as for the ipod ..I'm
honored
TobinMueller
I left a long detailed comment, or thought I had, only to see that it didn't
stick. Dang. I think I told you, yet again, how great you are, what a great
song this is, etc., etc. And then I mentioned that there are times, in my
speakers, that you sound like your Ss are lisping on this track, maybe due
to compression or EQ saturation. They only thing not perfect about the
track (yet it could be merely an mp3 occurrence). I really dig your
passionate vocal performance on this. Reminds me of Billy Joel at his
best.
Scott Carmichael
I've done this before... now I copy my remark before i send it just in case...
because you put so much into the comment, it's a shame if it doesn't get
through... seems like more often I do the double comment... as for the S's... I
sang this right when I got back from the dentist... Kidding... I actually have a
de-esser on the main vox, and to my ears that fixed it... but I know that I am
hi frequency challenged in my hearing
Scott Carmichael
Hey Tobin... I just got new headphones today, and I'm a bit supprised by how
much top end distortion there is in here.. I will certainly have to remix
thoddi
..if you have a CD out. To my taste, you are one of the best artist in your genre Scott. Not only at this site, but any given place. You have a very pleasing voice, and your melodies suits me very well. All what you play is at a pro level, and the composing, arrangement, production and mix ditto.
This song is no exception. I dig, I've fav'ed and I D/L:)
Thanks!
Scott Carmichael
Thanx very much Thor... If I get a CD out I'd give you one for such a generous
comment, because there are some monsters on this sight... I feel like I found
a gold mine when i stummbled into MJ
trembmic
Your musicianship is incredible and the song is very fresh. I relate to losing that idea and the feeling and struggling to recapture it. It's supportive to hear you've gone through it too.
Well done buddy!
Mike T.
Scott Carmichael
Hey mike... thanx man... this experience changed the way I approach a song
for the most part... the whole song was writen around the lyric..."when the
grace is all used up then your mercy begins" and while that is autobiographic
and heart felt, it seemed like a good hook...a new way of saying it... so the
song fell into place around that line... and as I drove I got both verses and the
chorus, and I could sing it before I got home...so I knew what I was hearing. I
just had to get in there and find it... thanx for the comment about my
musicianship..
Ed_Moran
Scott
Great job!! what else can I say other than that. We should all aspire to not
only create a song like Mercy but also be able to capture it on tape and
mix it as well as you have. Conrats and thanks for sharing your work.
Ed
Scott Carmichael
thank you very much Ed... I've always loved this...
TEXASFEEL
Edwin Mccaine dueling Billy Joel, a little harmony from Jon Anderson... Steve Howe playing backup on the guitar. A big o'l touch of Scott Carmichael to top things off. It's crazy that you wrote this song while driving around... I don't know if that or talking on the cell phone is more dangerous but I know for sure the end result is a wonderful one. I'm sorry that your friend Jack died before he could share with you. I'm sure he still plays this song some where better. It's beautiful and to me there are no other options but 10's... I think your levels are fine. Right on with your brilliant guitar solos.
Scott Carmichael
Thanx John... that means alot coming from you... high reguards here...
McCain and Billy Joel of such a high caliber... I remember reading about Joels
writing process... he would lock himself away, and struggle to the point of
tears... but he came up with lines that cut right to the heart... so if he had to
sweat we shouldn't think this will come easy... and you know thoe guys from
YES are my heros
Scott Carmichael
AAAHhhhh I see my bomber has been here... to bad... would of loved
to know why
mvh9591
huh..........?
Scott Carmichael
It's ok... I'm used to it.. now I kind of smile and move on
kristyjo
I'm glad you shared the back story on this - it adds a poignant note to the song. You have such a full background sound here, and the guitar solos are also great. Just beautiful. One little thing is that the lyrics are a bit hard to understand. They are really good, and I get them when I read along, but they're hard to understand on first listening. Otherwise, as usual, this has become an instant favorite for me.
Scott Carmichael
I was concidering redoing the vox, mostly because I have better mikes now...
this might encourage me to give it a go... I always try to hear the song
through the listeners ears... but there is so much ground to cover when you
produce yourself, that something is almost always overlooked... the lyric is
real important to me too
Really enjoying the song. Don't cut down your song writing abitlity on
Piano. As someone else said... this should be on a CD and being played
on the radio.
Keep up the great work.
Scott Carmichael
thanx Wally... I didn't mean to cut down my piano writing... the point was that
piano was enough to find the song... at that point the song really already
existed, I just had to find the key and the chords... I can't imagine having the
time to put out a CD.. i wonder if I could just get the work that's already done
mastered
mvh9591
You once again blow me away with your excellent vocals, guitar and
mixing. You are the man for sure. Great GTR riffs, harmonies,etc...
mvh : )
Scott Carmichael
MICHEAL HOUSE... welcome... thanx friend... if I am the man, I'm an old
one... Thank you for the GTR comments... I usually avoid soloing, unless a
song calls for it... edhara is doing sax on this...wait till you here it
Morris R
The warmth and love within you shine in this beautiful, moving, totally
pro song. I'll just add my voice to the many who are calling for you to
get a CD out and get your stuff on the radio. You are unique.
I can't believe you can sing this well, write this well, produce this well,
AND play such amazing guitar solos! If I could any one of those things
half as well as you I'd be pretty darn pleased with myself.
My theory is that His grace never runs out, for what it's worth.
The clown who insists on giving you low scores is an embarrassment to
this site, and I wish the admins could do something about him/her/it.
I gave you all 10s, which should help correct things a little bit anyways.
Mo.
Scott Carmichael
thank you Morris... It is hard to see your own stuff clearly... being 50 years
old leads me to believe that "the market place" would not be much interested
in me... I love MJ because, (although it feels like my day came and went),
here is a forum where anything goes... all of these genres are valid... in reality
they are valid, just not the market place...
my theory is also that His grace will never run out... hopefully this is a way to
emphasize... you know... say it new
I'm not willing to say "clown"or even that the admin should do something... if
the score is honest (no other motive).. I would really want to read the
comments that go with the score... some of the harshest critiques have been
most useful
QUEENROYAL
Kind of a early Goo Goo Dolls feel. I really enjoyed the tune.
Scott Carmichael
Thanx Susan... I try to be well listened, but i must admit, the Goo Goo Dolls
got by me... where can I hear your stuff??? will you be posting??
The Fritters
Scott, this is fantastic stuff. I have to agree with everything that's been
said. Stellar stuff! I'm so glad you've joined macjams! thanks for
giving me a chance to hear your music. kelli
Scott Carmichael
Thank you Kelli... I'm used to doing music for no reason at all, so I'm more
than happy to have like minded folks who are genuinely listening and heading
the same direction... if everyone in the world was deaf, I would still be
compelled to do this
The Fritters
Scott, this is fantastic stuff. I have to agree with everything that's been
said. Stellar stuff! I'm so glad you've joined macjams! thanks for
giving me a chance to hear your music. kelli
Einarus
I don't think I can say anything that hasn't been said in earlier comments,
so I'll just repeat it.
This is great & you are great!
This should sum things up quite nicely, no?
Fantastic!
-E
Scott Carmichael
Hey Einarius... thank you much my friend
ziti
for your voice....man that's wonderful.
nice guitar too....the production is worldclass..i am not sure how much
better a guy can sound all by his-self with a coupla macs...this is really
fine...the hard work and dedication are there for the world to admire
scott...this is awesome....
sheeesh
deepest bows
z
Scott Carmichael
Hey Z... I know what hard work feels like, and I avoid it whenever possible... my studio never feels like that... it
feels more like an amusement park to me... and a bow from you is worth more than10 DL's... (DL's are the
highest form of praise)
thanx; your fan Scot
To whomever gave the low votes for Song writing and Originality... STOP
SMOKING CRACK!!! It F's up your mind!
Scott Carmichael
hey nice try and thanx Rob... but I'm not sure if my bomber knows about the comment function so they won't
see this... this is still a great place, and several votes mitigate one bomber.. I still think it could be an honest
vote... they didn't give me 1's... it looks like 4's or 5's... I would just like to have the feedback that goes with i
1rwhite1
Scott, this is pretty good work. The intro kind of reminds me of a Rich Mullins chop; can't think of the song, though. Would've liked fewer notes and more sustain with the electric guitar, but not bad. Keep up the good work!
Scott Carmichael
Good ears Ron... yes I try to avoid soloing in most of my music.... producing yourself is hard, and for me, elec
guitar solos are the hardest to self produce... when i play my acoustic I don't loose sight of the song... but
sometimes when I climb on my elec it takes me for a ride...
Rich Mullin made a ton of money on his 1st albumn... more than he knew what to do with... so he went to his
acountant and asked..."how much does the average american live on?"... when his acountant told him
$30,000.00... he told his acountant that's how much he wanted a year... all the rest he sent to an Indian
reservation... talk about puttin' your money where your mouth is!
thanx fellow ho
Scott Carmichael
that was "fellow hoosier"... my computer got fried by lightnig... so I installed an old one(G$) in my office (temp)
and my comments are getting the last letters cut off.....
alley-oop
I know everyone throws around 'you sound like so and so'..I usually
refrain from comparisons because I always feel I can express how I
feel..but man..this sounds like Jackson Brown doing his best work..but
with better guitars. Suprised me with your chops... mister
A top-notch tune, Scott well done...bravo!
Taylor 612...whoa...
Scott Carmichael
Thanx Tom... and welcome to my 1st commentor on my 1st song... If I do enough takes I can finally get
something to keep... you know... the monkey with the typewriter... and your comparison woked for m
Sarutobi
This shud be on the f****** radio very good feeling start doing gigs!!!!!
Scott Carmichael
thanx man.... I recently took my electric out of moth balls because I got a
great gig playing with one of the best writers I've ever heard.. Sam Cintron...
his writing is extrordinary, and his voice is like none I've heard... his whole
band is smokin'... in years past when people have asked me to play, the
answer is usually "no" I just don't have time... but I couldn't pass this up
as for this stuff... I played all the parts... so I don't want to teach a band how
to play this... and all the real good players I know are too busy
absolutly fantastic good to hear someone playing something classic and
beautiful
Scott Carmichael
"classic and beautiful"... hi praise indeed... t h a n k y o u !
Very cool!! A Fusion of Billy Joel and Tesla,With some floyd in there.You
make it all work ..so keep up the good work ya rockin bro!!
Scott...this is easily your best work to date. Thanks so much for turning
up the lead guitar. You really smoke here. This tune sounds and feels
similar to a piece or two by the Scottish folk-rockers Wolfstone, and
THAT, my friend, is a huge compliment. Lovely vocals and harmonies.
Great composition. Excellent production.
Be well!
(PS---I used to be the Conductor)
Scott Carmichael
Hey I own a kilt... and I love Scot's lit from the 19th century.... Thanx MIke...
this one has been brewing over time... and there is a version coming with sax
instead of guitar
Sounds great! Nice tune Scott- you are one talented dude!
Scott Carmichael
thanx Mike... i really appreciate that
jiguma
Great clean sound Scott, although it seemed to get a bit muddy
towards the end (or maybe that was my ears - I had it turned WAY up)!
Very James Taylor song to me - and this is obviously a very good thing
- but with your own style superimposed as well as a little touch of Billy
Joel. I hadn't realised you were a "guitar shredder" : ) You didn't
mention bass and drums - software or the real thing (hard to tell)?
You get a very pro sound, and this is clearly an excellent track - a
standout at MJ.
Thanks,
Neil
Scott Carmichael
Hi Neil.. thank you man...the bass is real as are the piano and
guitars(Obvious)... the drums were played with triggers (roland)... I only kept
the roland kick... everything else I replaced w/samples... I also super-
imposed real cymbals after... they just didn't sound right...
I think the chord changes in this really lean it toward that NY bluesy Billy Joel
vibe
Great song Scott. The fact that you wrote it on piano definitely gives it a coloring that does not exist on any of your other songs. It is somewhat ironic that I hear a little Billy Joel in the piece and that there is a Captain Jack in the song's story. Coincidence? Don't get to comfortable on the keys lest you find that familiaity breeds conformity.
Scott Carmichael
thanx Rich... yes it certainly went a different direction... this one seems a bit
more UP YOUR ALLEY... bluesy piano ... Jack used to wear a captains hat
when he performed... thus the name... and he was a substance abuse
councelor, so I thought the name Captain Jack was more than a little ironic...
and yes I've lost my piano tuner, so for now I've put it away
ktb
some of the strongest flashbacks from the era of greatest songwriters.
I won't say which era for fear of dating myself. The production and mix
are so damn pro sounding. Wonderful hooked choruses, the perfect
harmonies, the awesome guitar solo (wicked tone, two thumbs up), but
its simply the songcraft you have. This should definitely be on the
radio.
Scott Carmichael
Thanx John... that was a very gratifing comment... you're the one who turned
me on to "EDHARA" man he is something... he has done a sax track on this
but it's not finished... I hope you get to hear it because it really brings the
song up quite a few notches... and it bings the song home for me,because
that is the way I hear it
craft
Everything is great: the vocals, the guitar , drums.... Good mix and prodution.. Digging the solo... #1
Scott Carmichael
Thanx so much craft.... I really appriciate that
tsand19151
very well produced....loving the mix. kool songwrting skills as well... nice job...sounds pro.
Scott Carmichael
thanx Tim... I hope to get out a version with sax in the break
joel c.
Hey I'm not a fan of christian rockish stuff... but this sounds good!
Scott Carmichael
Thanx Joel... I'm really not either... I find that most of it lacks authentic
passion, I'm not at all claiming to be the answer... but my tastes do lean
toward stuff that is more convincing and less contrived
eleveneyes
i was making an oh! face all through this song. top notch on every single
level. what a great song Scott. This could rank in my personal top 10
most favorite songs of all time space and dimentia. your guitar playing is
tastefuly outstanding and impressive and that's just the beginning. thanks
for creating this song and most of all sharing it with us!
Scott Carmichael
wow Ray... I know it sounds like we're blowing sunshine back and forth, but
that comment coming from one of MJ's songwritng gurus feels good... thanx
AquilA
You're the total package Mr. Carmichael. I stand in awe and appreciation.
Your amazing array of skills are all on display, for all to hear: top notch
song writing, excellent vocals, superb musicianship on multiple
instruments, and pro porduction chops too. Those guitar riffs were just
great, and I have to say, I think I would have just had too crank them up
just a bit more, and I'm not kidding. Thanks for sharing your talents
here. Yet another musical maven on MacJams.
fishnugget
Wow man, the first thing I have to say is that the guitar playing is KILLER!
Being a guitar man myself, it is the main thing I notice at first. Your tone
is perfect for the song and every lick fits perfectly. Very nice arrangement
and chord changes. Your singing is excellent ... especially the harmonies
towards the end. Nothing is repetitive, and the song just keeps building.
Very very well done.
scotsmanlerxt
i don't think the guitar solo is too loud, it's just right; it sits perfectly in
the mix. I have the same issue in my mixes, voices are up front and
sounding fine but solo instruments? I must remind myself to bring them
up and at least equal to the vocal. Nice guitar tones, very solid
production.
Great tune, great mix.
eDrew
Dude you're making me cry... What can I say...
Scott Carmichael
I hope that's a good thing... my playing used to make my father cry, but I
wasn't thrilled about his reasons
thanx Andrew
Macaudion
I really don't understand how it is that you're not out making music for dollars... - Lots of dollars - It seems that you have such a wide appeal - There's always a good hook - Your lrical content is always rich w/ something that was needed to be heard - Your vox work is very very pleasing to hear - And your guitar work is always tight, rich with character and very right on. You end up some really nice true and original phrasings - And the drums are solid too - What more would one ask for other than the williness of your soul... - Beautiful work Scott - Thanks for sending me to this - You are gifted - Dion
TMRSoul
this like really great writing, somethin that I would think James Taylor
would pen on a good day. Excellent guitar playing and great
instrumentation. love the arrangement and melody, you got gift for
perfect pitch on the vocals. very very good stuff man.
This is a truly inspirational song, and I'm glad you didn't lose it. Cool
changes,a great arrangement, and that fine voice of yours. It's all here,
man!
Sorry to hear about Captain Jack, that makes the song that much more
poignant. wal
poodyglitz
Not only could it be played on the radio (and would be something that
would stand out these days because you can hear the lyrics and they
mean something), but is something I'd consider singing in for a church
service. You've put a lot into this. Keep it up. Perhaps I can get you to play
guitar for me sometime.
poodyglitz
Not only could it be played on the radio (and would be something that
would stand out these days because you can hear the lyrics and they
mean something), but is something I'd consider singing in for a church
service. You've put a lot into this. Keep it up. Perhaps I can get you to play
guitar for me sometime.
poodyglitz
Not only could it be played on the radio (and would be something that
would stand out these days because you can hear the lyrics and they
mean something), but is something I'd consider singing in for a church
service. You've put a lot into this. Keep it up. Perhaps I can get you to play
guitar for me sometime.
JRD
Scott, your voice is something when you turn it loose. I wish I could sing like you, and write lyrics. A complex, moving song. Luscious guitar lines. Thank you.
Scott Carmichael
Thanx much for the comments... I appreciate that... I think you found your voice in those 6 strings...
Scorpjammer
Grand production! Big Sound. Sung with a ton of PASSION!!!
Love the instrumentation on this one %u2013 strong piano and smokin' guitar lead work around your chord changes.
VOX is top-notch as is the songwriting.
Keepin this one! :)
Scott Carmichael
with your guitar sensability, i was hoping you would get around to this one instead of the a-cappella #... thanx I really appreciate that
Dennis James
....Scott.
You must have a considerable "live" career behind you.
Very "Steely" guitar solos and some inspiring thunderous chord squences.
Dennis James.
Scott Carmichael
thanx for stopin' by... I spent a decade on the road almost 1/2 a life ago... I got to work in some wonderful studios with some incredible musicians... it raised the bar for me... My mentor and his wife live out your way now, in Pitsburg... they "Sparks" still play quite a bit... my 1st decade off the road I played live often... now I gig live about once a month.. but other peoples material
hey Dennis, thanx for the great comments, I really appreciate them
mercy! I'd be hard pressed to say there is a better rock song I have heard hear at MJ... And it is right up there with any commercially release song. The message... (deep breath) is right on target. I love your song.... as I said, inspired.
Tenor sax? Your guitar sounds so incredible. But if you'll send me your song with space where you want the sax to go, I would love to give it a try. Scott, if you're inclined, I hope you are moving towards getting your music out there commercially. And if you are not so inclined, either way... to God's mercy and grace we are debtors and the beneficiaries.
timothy devine
This i as great sound.
The guitar lead is just what i like to here when i put music in my ears.Its like candy. Then your lyric and vocal performance just soar here.
The rhythm sectoin is just so tight...nice.
I love to come over to your page for insperation.
Play man play.
peace.
Scott Carmichael
Sometimes when I produce something that I've written, it takes new shapes as I flesh it out... but I really heard this one this way right out of the box... and even though I record it a track at a time, until it's all built... the final product is very close to the original version that was clanging around in my head... I think this is the only post that I have up right now where I'm doing any lead guitar soloing
thanx, Tim
perceptualvortex
I like when your music goes heavy... it still has loads of finesse which just adds to the rockingness. Like what Jethro Tull does, if you catch my meaning. More great stuff.
Scott Carmichael
I'm Glad you came by this one.. I've always been happy with the song... thanx much... and yes I know what you mean... hi praise indeed
I appreciate your time and comments
omnibus11
moly that's a damn pro sounding mix....really like how tight the tone of the vocals is....good chord structure....overall just a great sounding tune....oh yeah....WONDERFUL harmonies by the way....and very Eric Johnson -like lead tone with excellent fluidity
very nice
Scott Carmichael
and welcome to MJ... I went to check out your page and there's no muusic up yet... you're posting right...
hey thanx so much for the comments and your time.. i really appreciate both
thanx; Scott
saymme
Wonderful song! Especially to hear tonite as its Easter ! Very well done, would've just loved a bit more bass...but it can be my crappy computer...not sure ThankYou it lifted me up to hear this : )
Great vocals, great guitar work (and killer solos!), excellent production and a very pro sound from all sides. KUDOS, this is an unforgettable work... Amazing!
Take Care
- Yeman A. Al-Rawi
Lennon714
I was directed to this song from Tobin's interview. This song is fantastic. Some good Billy Joel with Eagles harmonies. Great tune!
Char
Enough said! Thanks. :)
Scott Carmichael
no doubt this is one of my fav and best work..
I appreciate your time and comments very much
your friend Scott
BossHook
got one of those new Macbooks and grabbed Logic Express 8. Won't replace my heavy duty pc machine that I rigged just for recording in my home studio, but now can have some with new Apple gear.
I was deciding if the LE8 amp sim would make do and came back to Mercy to hear the amp sim proudly displayed with such fine aplumb. Question answered: work it like Scott did and the guitar can indeed hum above the din with the LE amp sim!
futzpucker
I had the great pleasure of being surprised by this song showing up in my iPod Shuffle as I ran today. I never know what's coming (no readout on a Shuffle), and sometimes I am pleasantly surprised. Today I was floored and sent into a new state of mind. This song is a masterpiece, and on multiple levels. Such a great listen... I sent it to my brother, who sends along his compliments as well.
You have great gifts which inspire me and move me. I hope circumstances allow you to keep developing them, and bringing the results here. Thank you for your music, Scott, and for putting so much of yourself in it.
Scott Carmichael
I'm impressed that you run... I must get back on my bike soon... I'm also greatful that this is being heard somewhere... for so many years recently I have played to an audience of one... I wish that I had written this one back when I was still on the road... I've only ever done it live a few times... so on the www. is the only place the song has any life at all...
I'm thrilled that this is in your rotation...
thanx my friend