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Miss Chaos (10), misschaos (21), I. Spike (2), voices (12), insomnia (4), electronica (198), arctic (2), I hear voices (1), paranoia? (1)
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The final version of this song can be found on iTunes on my album, "120". Thanks for listening!
Lyrics and Vocals by I. Spike
Music, Performance, Production and background vocals by Miss Chaos
Lyrics:
icy breath, pillows of frost
turning emerald green in the Northern lights
forget the field of sleep and flowers
now is the time for eyes wide open
the whistle of the polar wind
in a binding white world
I hear a voice
calling me
I hear voices
I hear voices
whispering tales of snow and ice
they ask me to follow them
dragging me down through icy water
a long, deep, frozen sleep
a long, deep, frozen sleep
I hear voices
calling me
now I can lay my head
on snowflakes as soft as down
and when I look above
the stars are falling down
I hear voices
I hear voices
calling me
Hardware:
I Spike's get-up, as well as my Powerbook G4, Korg Karma, M-Audio Audiophile, KRK V4s, Sennheiser HD 280s, and a crappy USB microphone
Software:
DP & GB
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this is great &mdash 01/11/07 - 06:35:12 PM
I Spike has a beautiful voice.
I really love the way your vocals, Miss Chaos, float through the electrobeats - reminds me of my favorite Radiohead songs.
With that said, I think this song is best when there is tension, vocals and instruments at odds with each other.
Happy New Year, by the way! [ Reply to This ]
thank you, estillie! &mdash 01/12/07 - 09:21:43 AM
I'm glad you picked up on the tension. It's something I. Spike succeeded with when creating the vocal melody; he took these short passages and made them gorgeous, long, and flowing strands of 'song'. I'm so happy you liked this enough to fave it! Happy New Year to you as well!
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. . : : From near to far, from here to there, funny things are everywhere : : . . — Dr. Suess [ Reply to This ]
Pure excellence &mdash 01/11/07 - 06:37:33 PM
Perfect marriage of vocals to your wonderful, creative, evocative track. You continue to build gorgeous arrangements - you certainly have a gift.
And Mr. Spike is one amazing musician. What a voice - what a vocal part.
This is a beautiful collaboration. Thank you for allowing me to put it on my iPod. [ Reply to This ]
thanks, patrick! &mdash 01/12/07 - 09:35:55 AM
I always look forward to your thoughts, Mr. Futz. Wow, we're on your iPod? I suppose that's about the best compliment we could get! Thank you so much for listening!
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. . : : From near to far, from here to there, funny things are everywhere : : . . — Dr. Suess [ Reply to This ]
O Yeah &mdash 01/11/07 - 06:38:59 PM
A very natural sounding collaboration... I Spike's excellent singing couldn't fit better with this great MissChaos electronica. Very cool. [ Reply to This ]
Hey PV! &mdash 01/12/07 - 09:40:14 AM
Thanks very much for your nice words. You rock! :-)
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. . : : From near to far, from here to there, funny things are everywhere : : . . — Dr. Suess [ Reply to This ]
dangerous combo &mdash 01/11/07 - 06:44:34 PM
You two... very chilling music. It has that frosty ethereal MissChaos sweeping quality, and the edgy i.Spike lyric with his great voice (and hints of MissChaos too.) Other than the occasional sudden/unusual chord changes which were odd in my ears (that's MY problem), this was quite beautiful. I like the mix of muffled chorus, crisp singing, sweeping synths, and the characteristic MissChaos arpeggios.
ttfn,
Drakonis [ Reply to This ]
thanks, Drak &mdash 01/12/07 - 09:48:00 AM
I'm really glad you liked this one, strange twists 'n turns and all! What's cool about this song, for me, is that it started out as a means to train my ear to play something other than the next predictable note in a pattern. And the reason for that is because I really want to make music that's unlike anything I've heard before. I've been listening to a lot of William Orbit and it's becoming more and more of an influence -- the way he uses unpredictable chords and the experimental and textural nature of some of his more recent music. But as I said above, it's become a real song now, thanks to I. Spike, and I couldn't be happier with his vision of it. Thank you so much, Drak -- always such a pleasure to read your thoughts. :-)
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. . : : From near to far, from here to there, funny things are everywhere : : . . — Dr. Suess [ Reply to This ]
MissChaos is the one... &mdash 01/11/07 - 06:53:03 PM
Thanks MissC for letting me in on your beautiful and evocative sonic painting... I dig it! I had a lot of fun working with you and doing this track. Could there be more in the future?...
Ciao amica!
I. Spike
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:-) &mdash 01/12/07 - 11:18:29 AM
More would be an honor. This was indeed fun. You had some awesome suggestions and I took them all. thanks, my friend.
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. . : : From near to far, from here to there, funny things are everywhere : : . . — Dr. Suess [ Reply to This ]
Exquisitely blended 0.0! &mdash 01/11/07 - 07:04:39 PM
Effects are perfect, lyrics are perfect, voices are perfect ( MissC, use that crappy USB microphone more too ;)
The subject is also to my liking.
Fantastic collab! [ Reply to This ]
hey Caroline! &mdash 01/12/07 - 12:41:16 PM
Thanks so much! Y'know, I've always been very fond of your vocal bravery and skill. I guess I'm too shy to actually sing anything worth while. I've always preferred to be in the background anyhow. :-) Take care!
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. . : : From near to far, from here to there, funny things are everywhere : : . . — Dr. Suess [ Reply to This ]
No. I hear voices. &mdash 01/11/07 - 09:46:11 PM
The voice here is a perfect cap to the sonic bed that Miss C. has put together... The lead singing is stunning... The background voices are beautiful...
The basic track is so full, and yet so subtle, in its sounds, in its motion, in the changing textures... The other word that applies is sophisticated...
I would love to see the lyrics....
I love what I think I caught as changing vocal effects on the lead vocal... I wouldn't have thought of doing that, and it sounds great...
The funny thing is, I came to this tune having just listened to a couple old Genesis tracks, and, really, it could not help but strike my ears that THIS actually sounds better...
Quite the collab.
Ed
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wow, thanks, Ed &mdash 01/12/07 - 12:51:20 PM
I get such gratification hearing your thoughts on songs -- even reading your thoughts on others' songs. Your "sophistication" remark is truly a compliment. I've been struggling and experimenting with my music lately and I think you've nailed something that I always try to acheive with each song. Thank you for that. But I think most of the compliments should be directed to I. Spike, for he really made this what it is.
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. . : : From near to far, from here to there, funny things are everywhere : : . . — Dr. Suess [ Reply to This ]
Holy cow! &mdash 01/11/07 - 10:02:56 PM
That was fantastic! No - brilliant! No, I mean magnificent! Although I loved the original track of MC's instrumentals, the addition of vocals was superb! Gosh, I.Spike has a gorgeous voice, and the word painting of the lyrics made me put my sweater on. [ Reply to This ]
thanks, kristine &mdash 01/12/07 - 12:58:26 PM
I just got done listening to your Solar Wind song as it came up in my iTunes shuffle. :-) An 'amazing' from you means a lot. thank you so much!
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. . : : From near to far, from here to there, funny things are everywhere : : . . — Dr. Suess [ Reply to This ]
a veritable triumph! &mdash 01/11/07 - 10:51:21 PM
Excellent songwriting, beautiful music, wonderful vocals. This really is an exquisite collaboration. MissC, you should sing some more, your bgvs are awesome. "I hear voices..." is going to be in my head for a while. [ Reply to This ]
haha! &mdash 01/12/07 - 01:04:18 PM
I know! I was singing "I heeeeeeeeeeeeear voiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiices" for hours while working on this! thanks, sergio, for stopping by.
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. . : : From near to far, from here to there, funny things are everywhere : : . . — Dr. Suess [ Reply to This ]
Dreamy and otherworldly &mdash 01/11/07 - 11:06:44 PM
exellent MC... lush beatiful and so dreamy... trance-like... I appreciate all the different instruments you employ to move the rythem... and I love the feel and motion...
one quibble... I'm a big I spike fan... the one thing I love as much as his voice is his writing, He's always so interesting and unique... post the lyrics if you have a chance
superb both of you [ Reply to This ]
just for you, scott &mdash 01/12/07 - 01:09:06 PM
I posted the lyrics. :-) Thanks much for the nice review. I'm such a fan of yours. Isn't I. Spike just the most sparkling poet?! golly....
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. . : : From near to far, from here to there, funny things are everywhere : : . . — Dr. Suess [ Reply to This ]
Not my genre, but you guy's/gals, sound together in your production &mdash 01/12/07 - 12:45:17 AM
Some very creative melodies and structure to this piece of music,I'd typically like to hear some strings added, but what you have is very delicate,beautiful, and a pleasure to listen too -MJG [ Reply to This ]
hey, thanks! &mdash 01/12/07 - 01:14:59 PM
Glad you were able to step out a bit and hear this little tune. I wasn't sure HOW to categorize this one. Actually, there are 4 different strings tracks in here... I wonder if perhaps they were too buried in the mix for you to hear?
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. . : : From near to far, from here to there, funny things are everywhere : : . . — Dr. Suess [ Reply to This ]
Ditto - All above..... &mdash 01/12/07 - 01:03:57 AM
No really this piece is now complete, but as a song.
It was complete, in its own way, with the earlier released soundscape. (I never expected this version and because of my surprise and the pieces' enchanting quality, both in music and singing, it makes me smile).
The collaboration and production work is excellent.
What more will 2007 bring?? My mind is 'boggling' already.
Paul [ Reply to This ]
thank you, Paul &mdash 01/12/07 - 01:27:01 PM
And happy new year to you! Your kindness is very appreciated.
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. . : : From near to far, from here to there, funny things are everywhere : : . . — Dr. Suess [ Reply to This ]
Falling thru a museful dream &mdash 01/12/07 - 08:29:39 AM
IS's vocals move thru the crystalline music like a thawing, heated arrow moving in slow motion. The smoothness of your vocals were so smooth I thought it was Leon at first. There is a storytelling, theatrical sense that the clear production expertly accentuates. The female siren syllables work well with the entire interfolded music bed, as if the singer is falling thru dreams, wanting only to let go to either muse, love, sleep or afterlife, or each and all at once. Haunting, compelling, artistic. [ Reply to This ]
Thanks, Tobin &mdash 01/12/07 - 03:09:44 PM
Beautiful interpretation. Thank you for the beatifully poetic review. I think you're very much in tuned to I. Spike's vision.
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. . : : From near to far, from here to there, funny things are everywhere : : . . — Dr. Suess [ Reply to This ]
Loved this &mdash 01/12/07 - 08:41:36 AM
Great prodction, arrangement and vocals. Lyrics are cool too!
The only thing I have a problems is the voice on 'I hear voices' bit. I think the voice could be doubled up to give it a bit more substance. As its the chorus I think it needs just a little more impact -not much though as I like the reverb on it and know what you are getting at. Otherwise - very very good! [ Reply to This ]
thank you Gav &mdash 01/12/07 - 03:15:48 PM
Really appreciate your thoughts and suggestion. I actually have the chorus vox doubled: one with no effects and one using the Ambience Reverb AU (I forget which setting though...) and tweaked both around a bit. I can hear what you mean about giving the chorus vox a bit more punch. That's something I'll think about if I re-work the mix on this one. Thank you SO much!
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. . : : From near to far, from here to there, funny things are everywhere : : . . — Dr. Suess [ Reply to This ]
an ambient opera.... &mdash 01/12/07 - 08:50:32 AM
i could see this being part of a futuristic broadway play.....or opera....the fantastic music transports one.... gently thru a story .....a story excellently sung by spike........an amazing piece..........how about expanding into a suite for a mini-opera.......would be kool.......bravo u two!!!!! [ Reply to This ]
what a dream, eh? &mdash 01/12/07 - 03:46:02 PM
Seriously, how cool would that be?! Not only to have the music and the perceived images, but also to choreograph dance, costume, lighting, the entire sound stage and design. Wow. Okay, back off the cloud now. :-) somehow, though, I don't doubt I Spike could do it, and do it with the utmost in brilliance.
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. . : : From near to far, from here to there, funny things are everywhere : : . . — Dr. Suess [ Reply to This ]
Interesting .... &mdash 01/12/07 - 12:51:04 PM
.... that Tobin should mention "Leon" because that was my first impression too when listening to this ... it sounded like Leon singing in a more subdued fashion than I am used to hearing (his usual belting tones) ... I was totally amazed by the fact that ISpike was able to add vocals to this piece ... I would NEVER have been able to do that ... I think my brain has shrunk somewhat of late and I keep hearing things from MJ's that I never would have dreamed of doing .... and it sounds FANTASTIC! The music behind the vocal is beautiful and certainly is so full now with the addition of vocals .... I've listened to a few ISpike collabs of late (oooops might have been too dozy to comment lazy lazy me) and am impressed by what I am hearing. Great collab you two ... [ Reply to This ]
thanks, alannah! &mdash 01/13/07 - 11:41:24 AM
I hadn't thought of the Leon similarity until you said it. But you're right! There's that same "singing from the gut" ability. Takes quite the talented vocalist to pull off the emotions I Spike can. Thank so much for your thoughts!
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. . : : From near to far, from here to there, funny things are everywhere : : . . — Dr. Suess [ Reply to This ]
I must comment again &mdash 01/12/07 - 01:24:40 PM
Now that I can read along with the song, I have to say it has such a deeper impact... I'm struck with a sense of longing or unfulfillable expactation... such a great contrast between warmth and desolate cold...
an incredible marrage of the warmth of your trax, with the artisry of the poet I Spike... and for the first time I am realizing that you are singing some of the back vox.. exellent... to your credit, on the first listen I thought it was Him singing [ Reply to This ]
golly... &mdash 01/13/07 - 11:44:42 AM
Wow, thanks. I'm still not comfortable hearing my own voice recorded... Not sure I'll ever get over that, but I sure do like to play my keys!
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. . : : From near to far, from here to there, funny things are everywhere : : . . — Dr. Suess [ Reply to This ]
Cool song &mdash 01/12/07 - 05:11:05 PM
Cool song a a cool Artwork on the Album.
Can listen to this song for hours...............beutiful
Thanks for posting
Thompa [ Reply to This ]
Thanks, Thompa &mdash 01/13/07 - 11:46:38 AM
I'm pleased that you enjoyed this enough to listen more than once! :-) thanks!
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. . : : From near to far, from here to there, funny things are everywhere : : . . — Dr. Suess [ Reply to This ]
excellent &mdash 01/12/07 - 05:57:00 PM
:-) &mdash 01/13/07 - 11:47:47 AM
Thanks, egobandit!
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. . : : From near to far, from here to there, funny things are everywhere : : . . — Dr. Suess [ Reply to This ]
perfecto &mdash 01/12/07 - 07:11:25 PM
I was in love with the instrumental track from the very first listen. And oooh yeah, iSpike did a wonderful job vocalising it. I hear voices, and they're bloody appealing to my ears. Such a perfect collab, you guys. [ Reply to This ]
thanks, Walter &mdash 01/13/07 - 12:51:29 PM
Don't think you're off the hook just yet. :-) I've got ideas for you....
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. . : : From near to far, from here to there, funny things are everywhere : : . . — Dr. Suess [ Reply to This ]
Waves of harmony &mdash 01/12/07 - 11:57:23 PM
Nice deep sub-bass and an ominous intro. The opening melody is lovely and has an appealing, slightly detached feel to it that makes for a great hook. Really nice performance I Spike! I also like the wandering vocal line behind the verse and refrain that compliments the mellow pad synth.
I dig the shift in perception when you add the heavy reverb to the vocals in the refrain, but I wonder if that part couldn't be brought up in the mix a bit? I don't think you would lose the desired effect.
The ambient sounds, breakdowns, and percussive effects are a real treat!
I'd also like to suggest that you consider sharpening (emphasizing the higher frequencies and attack envelope) of the snare and the high-hat-like part that pans left and right in the rhythm. Making those parts crisp would really accentuate by contrast the rich reverb and ambiance that you've woven throughout the piece.
Lovely and lush song embedded in a billowing landscape of harmonies. You two have crafted something beautifully ethereal and unique - tres magnifique! [ Reply to This ]
hey chikoppi &mdash 01/13/07 - 05:27:29 PM
I had the percussion a little more sharp to begin with, but I've had comments in the past about certain sounds that become too distracting when they're too frequent and too "sharp". So on this mix, I deadened the treble on the perc tracks a bit so they wouldn't be distracting... But I think you're on to something. My struggle was more with volume than it was with attack and definition. I think you're right. The percussion needs that definition, but not necessarily volume.
You have become my favorite "ears" at Macjams. I hope I may be able to pick your brain a bit when I re-work this in the future. Your advice is very much appreciated. thank you!
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. . : : From near to far, from here to there, funny things are everywhere : : . . — Dr. Suess [ Reply to This ]
num nums &mdash 01/13/07 - 01:14:10 AM
That IS the perfect combo of silky smoothness! With the Miss Chaos music sounding extra slinky and Spike's vocals sounding extra icy. Frozen treats all around! [ Reply to This ]
iPopsicle &mdash 01/13/07 - 06:04:08 PM
Num nums... My favorite comment title of all time. Thanks, Nutzy!
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I thought I'd been here already ....... &mdash 01/13/07 - 04:30:19 AM
.... and left a comment - but clearly not. I-Spike, amazing voice, and great stuff on the lyrics and melody. Miss C provided a brilliant bed and you didn't let her down for sure.
It seems that the difference between MJ performances and those in the "real world" (as per Ed's Genesis comment) are becoming more and more blurred.
Neil [ Reply to This ]
thank you Neil! &mdash 01/13/07 - 06:06:54 PM
And having just heard your latest gem, I'm ultra-pleased that you stopped by this one!
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. . : : From near to far, from here to there, funny things are everywhere : : . . — Dr. Suess [ Reply to This ]
well well well &mdash 01/13/07 - 10:27:28 AM
This sounds very professional and is well.....quality. Two very talented artists with a lot to show the world. Loved the original track and I.Spike's voice is the icing on the cake. [ Reply to This ]
Thanks, Linda! &mdash 01/13/07 - 06:11:11 PM
you are onesweetchica. :-) I may have something for you soon....
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. . : : From near to far, from here to there, funny things are everywhere : : . . — Dr. Suess [ Reply to This ]
Icy waters and velvet vocals... &mdash 01/13/07 - 03:45:32 PM
...make for an impressive collaboration!
A sumptuous sonic swirl of talents, here.
(And kudos to you, MissC, for singing on this--keep singing!! ;) [ Reply to This ]
heya Cat &mdash 01/13/07 - 06:14:25 PM
Thank you! And you are too kind... I have a new mantra, thanks to you. "Make friends with your voice. Make friends with your voice..."
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. . : : From near to far, from here to there, funny things are everywhere : : . . — Dr. Suess [ Reply to This ]
Wow &mdash 01/13/07 - 09:57:54 PM
This is mesmerizing. A really haunting tune. And the lyrics are eerily chilling in that it sounds like Death calling in a calm, sweet chant (at least that's how I interpret it.) Really dynamite. I gave this solid 10s and I'm usually very stingy in giving anything a 10. [ Reply to This ]
thanks! &mdash 01/14/07 - 02:11:00 PM
that's a profound vote, sir. I can't take it all, though. I have to pass most of the compliments to Mr. Spike, for he really made this what it is. I hope he's reading along!
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. . : : From near to far, from here to there, funny things are everywhere : : . . — Dr. Suess [ Reply to This ]
Miss C, amazing! &mdash 01/14/07 - 01:42:02 AM
Wow... this song really soothed me like a cloud of music that made my spirit soar... The instrumental music is excellent, ethereal and magical as always can be expected from Miss C. I Spike's vocal performance does great justice to this song, and the enveloping beauty of the music enhanced his impressive voice even more. [ Reply to This ]
On second listen... &mdash 01/14/07 - 02:05:42 AM
I hear a sweet soaring voice in the background... If I'm right, that is the first time I hear your voice in any of your songs. Miss C, that gave me some pleasant chills like only a cool arctic breeze can. ;-)
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The lion roars, the eagle soars. [ Reply to This ]
aw, Leon &mdash 01/14/07 - 02:16:26 PM
I'm so glad you're back and hanging out with us again. Did you read the comments above that compared I. Spike's performance on this song to YOUR voice? That's a real compliment, if ya ask me. :-) He's a helluva voice and it was such an honor to have him work on this little tune.
By the way, my vocal cameo was on an older song of mine. :-) I'm still not comfortable singing yet. I'm too inclined to leave that up to the real talents, yourself included. Thanks again, my friend.
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. . : : From near to far, from here to there, funny things are everywhere : : . . — Dr. Suess [ Reply to This ]
wow &mdash 01/14/07 - 01:27:53 PM
Sorry for using such a worn out title of this post, but it is covering what I felt about this one pretty good:)
You are such a master of cool arrangements and sexy sound beds MissChaos. Great production, performance and composition. The vocals and the music is so good that I hope you both do this for a living:) [ Reply to This ]
thoddi, &mdash 01/14/07 - 02:26:55 PM
Coming from you, this is indeed a compliment! Thank you so very much for stopping by. I hope I. Spike sees this, too. Doing it for a living? Wouldn't that be a dream...
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Stunning &mdash 01/14/07 - 03:52:42 PM
wow &mdash 01/15/07 - 09:44:36 AM
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I really love the way your vocals, Miss Chaos, float through the electrobeats - reminds me of my favorite Radiohead songs.
With that said, I think this song is best when there is tension, vocals and instruments at odds with each other.
Happy New Year, by the way!
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