Dibs &mdash 05/23/07 - 08:50:25 PM
Now I don't know HOW... &mdash 05/23/07 - 09:12:41 PM
...you--or Neil--got here so fast...
I'm sitting here watching the (somewhat long) song upload, and the minute it says it has been posted ('Yay!') I click to go check it... and you two are already there!...
Plainly you are a woman with almost supernatural dibs power...
Ed [ Reply to This ]
Beautiful, beautiful &mdash 05/23/07 - 08:59:49 PM
guitar work. You have the touch. The backing tracks are perfectly placed in the mix, nicely played and panned. The lead adds some very nice touches - never intrusive or overwhelming. Your voice is outstanding. You sing the line "When he was making firmaments, dividing sea and land" with great nuance and subtle feeling (By the way, how wonderful to hear a song with the word "firmaments" in it!) and the tone works perfectly with the lyrics, which are excellent in that they are humorous and piercing at the same time ("He's a funny God that way" may be the line of the year so far....) Thought-provoking and meditative at the same time - this is terrific. Nice work. Thanks for sharing. Peace. [ Reply to This ]
Thank you, dajama... &mdash 05/23/07 - 09:20:25 PM
...for such a complete and well-considered comment...
I'm pleased you like the guitar work, as I did put a bit of work into both the arranging and the playing and the mixing. I've been having such frustrations getting a good, cleanly mic'd acoustic track... And this combines about six of them... A couple different capo positions, plus the 12-string...
I'm also glad you enjoyed the lead playing, as I am trying to let myself have a bit more fun as a guitarist on the tracks I'm working on lately.
And I'm super-extra-happy that you like the vocal, because I'm sort of pitching it and singing it a bit differently than I usually do, and I'm not doing my usual scared-of-my-own-voice things here, like doubling or tripling it, finding people with better voices to sing harmonies and unisons, and using a mic that brings out the bass end... This is clearer, for better or worse...
My wife is a great fan of the 'firmaments' line, particularly as she is a fan of the Flying Spaghetti Monster.
I'm really glad you got the tone of the song... I feel like you really got what I was trying to do with this song.
Thanks very much again,
Ed [ Reply to This ]
Fascinating &mdash 05/23/07 - 09:02:45 PM
This is so interesting. I'm so used to hearing you from recordings that were originally analog, that it's kind of discombobulating to hear you in digital format. I was listening to the introduction and waiting for your voice to come in, feeling pretty sure I was going to know how you would sound...only you didn't have that traditional Ejh sound. You were brighter and more present (not bad things to be in music or in life for that matter)and it really sounds almost as though you're right here in the room. I miss the warmth you got with analog, but there are certainly things that make up for it, as far as clarity and feeling as though I'm just hearing more of the nuances in your voice.
I'm curious to know what you used the ChannelStrip for as far as production, because I'm noticing some of the things I noticed when I used it and I'm curious if it's the ChannelStrip or me.
This is a really nice production, with lots of space and it really is a thrill to hear you so clearly.
Okay, enough with the nuts and bolts and on with the part where I say "WOW!" about your wonderful concept for the song. Also, I will now be slapping you a high five on the sentiment behind it, too. It's really a very well-written song and very nicely performed, too. The solos sound terrific and have that magical Ejh feel.
I'm so happy you posted something. Now for the real question...what does thepeep think?
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Lisa and her ears... &mdash 05/23/07 - 09:53:45 PM
You're right that much of what you've heard from me has started its life in the analog domain, although not all... But this is a different vocal sound for me. I used the Rode NT-1A for everything, and it's a pretty clear and bright mic, without a lot of flattering testosterone in the lower end... And I think whatever the heck I did with the ChannelStrip presets brought out a degree of presence that I would previously have avoided... As I noted above, I have usually done a lot of doubling, sometimes subtly, to add "fur" to my voice, to thicken it up, and I didn't do that here, and I haven't brought in someone with a better voice to make me sound a little better... Fewer crutches this time out, and less hiding...
I still LIKE that other sound, but I did want to try something different here.
I think I just used ChannelStrip for the vocal. Don't THINK I used it on the guitars. And TrackPlug for the master, I think at your suggestion long ago...
I'm glad you like the song, Lisa, as you are one of the lyricists I most admire on the site. And I will accept the high five, having been scrupulously trained by my son in proper high five etiquette.
And speaking of my son, I don't know if he has had the patience to sit through this one yet... I don't know if he will get why I even wrote it... But we'll see... Now that he has mastered the Em chord, he offers me lots of good advice...
Ed [ Reply to This ]
I tried so hard Ed! &mdash 05/23/07 - 09:04:44 PM
To be first that is! This is quite a cause for celebration - a new song from Mr Hannifin ;)
Lovely guitar bed cushioning the song. Vocals are clear and present - I would hazard to say that they are the best I've heard from you Ed.
The accoustic bass sound you've chosen is really perfect for this song, although I suspect a real one would have added a tad more to the song (acoustic bass I mean, not electric). Having said that, in this context, maybe the single note approach you have here is most appropriate.
Lyrics are first class, and even though I'm not American, we hear "GBA" on the TV so often that I can see what you're about. I especially like the sentiment behind the song description you've written Ed.
My only nit is that you've maybe used a little more lead guitar than I think is necessary, but again, maybe that's appropriate in the context of the genre.
It's REALLY good to hear a new track of yours Ed - the fact that it's this good shows you haven't just been slacking off ;)
Peace,
Neil [ Reply to This ]
Sorry, Neil... &mdash 05/24/07 - 06:23:04 AM
You were up against the Dibs-Meister, Mistress of Firsties... It was not fated to be...
I have to say that you're the guy I've been thinking about as I've endeavored to post a song that I have completed in this decade...
And, actually, I was thinking about how you (and Jim) would take to me using the upright bass instrument again. I'm glad it's working for you this time. I would love to have a real upright player around...
I did let myself play a bit more lead than I might have in the past. My original intention was to cut it back "later", but as I listened to rough mixes over the past couple months, I ended up liking it, so I let it go.
It's good to be back with a song that's both written recently and recorded recently, and on the Mac, in the little home recording rig... I was hoping that this would vindicate me in your eyes...
Now back to slacking off...
Ed [ Reply to This ]
Never happens! &mdash 05/24/07 - 06:29:40 PM
That concept of playing all over a song to "cut it back "later"" just never happens for me either - once you do it you just can't take out all those nice little runs and stuff - know exactly what you mean!
Lisa summed it up well in her PREVIOUS comment :( - "you were brighter and more present" than any of your previous vocal tracks.
Great track!
Neil --- FOLLOW THE BLACK LINE with Alfalpha[ Reply to This ]
Alright &mdash 05/23/07 - 09:16:06 PM
First of all a nice bed of acoustics!
Second very well mixed!
Third vocals are right there
Fourth The world would be just fine without "slogans"
Fifth Do Charvettes Electrics still exist
Sixth Nice subtle lead guitar lines
Seventh a new tune
Good work! [ Reply to This ]
Your list... &mdash 05/24/07 - 06:52:44 AM
...reminds me of Michael Keaton's version of Constable Dogberry in 'Much Ado About Nothing'...
I'm glad you like the acoustic bed. You're a guy with a good ear for the guitar bits... And similarly glad you like the mix and vocals...And you can bet I was looking down the list to see if my lead bits would pass muster...
I have NO IDEA if Charvettes still exist. I never see them in stores anymore. The one I have is one that I bought at the store where I used to work. I had Peter Janson, who is now MacJammer GuitarJanson, who used to work there also, check out a shipment of guitars we got, and he picked this particular psychedelic hot orange-pink one as the best put together and best playing one in the litter... So I bought it...
Thank you for the listen and the encouraging words, Vic...
Ed [ Reply to This ]
I will! I will... &mdash 05/23/07 - 09:57:12 PM
I'm gonna say more! I will need to catch up on some other comments first. Just wanted to get in on the dibn' action... Macca.
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Dibs... &mdash 05/24/07 - 06:54:01 AM
A new one from you, wahoo &mdash 05/23/07 - 11:09:42 PM
Great job with everything; the writing, playing and mix. The guitars sound really beautiful. I really like your writing, and I can certainly get behind the sentiments. My favorite line is the last one, which kind of says it all "God already blessed America When he blessed the whole wide world". Exactly!
It's great to hear a new one from you, Ed. Even if your posts are infrequent, they reflect your attention to detail and perfectionism, so it's worth the wait. [ Reply to This ]
Wahoo indeed... &mdash 05/24/07 - 07:00:08 AM
Finally a new song, newly recorded...
And from now on, I can be using the new Taylor to be able to get to recording more frequently... I spent some time yesterday messing around with sounds on it, to see what I could get, and I think it's going to be very usable...
I'm glad you like the mix; your mixes are always so clean and uncluttered. I tend to be more of the "go ahead--add another track--what can it hurt?" school of production... I'm happy that you like the guitars...
I'm pleased that you like the song itself, too, of course. I think the last line does pretty much sum it all up...
I AM still messing around with the tracks that you put drums on. We'll see where they end up going...but they are not forgotten...
Thanks for the listen and the encouragement, David,
Ed [ Reply to This ]
Whenever I Hear a Politician &mdash 05/24/07 - 01:45:19 AM
invoke the name of God, I'm left wondering what festering network of lies are hidden behind this cloak of sanctimony.
Your sound here is excellent and I especially enjoy your vocal and the amount of clarity you achieved with the number of guitar tracks you are using. [ Reply to This ]
Thank you, Mungo... &mdash 05/24/07 - 07:04:47 AM
I was really wondering if I was going to get slammed on the vocal sound with this one... So far I'm encouraged...
And as I mentioned above, I DO tend to overdo the guitar tracking, so if there's clarity it borders on the accidental...
Thanks for another serious listen and comment...
Ed [ Reply to This ]
Ejh acoutical world !! &mdash 05/24/07 - 05:05:20 AM
always impressed by the sweet
acoustic sound you create on
you songs ... the singing just
so honest and warm the words
ryme so good with the guitars
anotehr perfect song my friend
well done ... God Bless ...!!! [ Reply to This ]
Feter! &mdash 05/24/07 - 07:10:37 AM
It's good to hear from you again!
I'm glad you're liking the total "acoustic" sound here... As I noted above, I wasn't sure if the new vocal approach would go over well... I've just purchased a new guitar, so I think the acoustic guitars, at any rate, are going to be getting even better...
I'm really glad you enjoyed this. Thanks for your comment and your good wishes...
Ed [ Reply to This ]
Hi EJ ! &mdash 05/24/07 - 05:25:01 AM
WOW what a GREAT GREAT GREAT SONG !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! LOVE TO HEAR YOUR VOICE AGAIN : ) ; ) 8 )what do You mean with "He did not need Your say " ? In my opionen God blessed All The People : ) God is Almighty hope You are Well . Not been around at Mj much , please tell Paddler & Neil & Ledeb &&&&&&&&&& Eduard & Whoever You meet Hello give them a Hug from Me . A hug to You
:)
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Hello again, Lena... &mdash 05/24/07 - 07:14:10 AM
I am very pleased that you liked the song...
'He did not need your say' is an expression that means 'He did not need your permission (or approval)'...
I'll pass around greetings as I run across people... Neil and ledeb may have already got theirs...
Thanks again for your comments and support,
Ed [ Reply to This ]
Great lyrics &mdash 05/24/07 - 06:47:36 AM
I absolutely loved this song, both the lyrics and the music. Your guitar soloing is also pretty impressive here. Good bed of acoustic guitar, very nice rhythmic accents. The vocal is great. It's convincingly sung, which isn't at all trivial with these lyrics. Your vocal has just the right amount of crackiness here (is that a word?). But what I liked most are the lyrics, which are funny and intelligent and right on the money. You expose the arrogance those who constantly ask of God that he should consider such a petty thing as blessing a country, let alone the richest country in the world, with convincing argumentation - in a song... Congratulations on pulling this off.
Best
Denny
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It's good to hear from you, Denny! &mdash 05/24/07 - 07:23:20 AM
I'm happy that you liked the lyrics and music.
I'm happy and SURPRISED that you like the guitar soloing. As I recall, I still have a blank check for some guitar soloing from you that I haven't cashed in as yet...
I love that description of 'vocal crackiness'. That's part of what I wouldn't have allowed to stay in the past, but I've gotten to rather like it... That's a great phrase, and I think it's already in my head forever...
I really feel like you got not only the 'message' but the tone of the song, which was trying to be something like "good-heartedly annoyed"--having something to say, but with some humor or wit to it... So it feels good to have the impression that the lyrics are coming across...
Thank you for a thoughtful and encouraging comment...
Ed [ Reply to This ]
Blank cheque &mdash 05/25/07 - 09:44:08 AM
Yes... you have a blank cheque indeed... I'd be happy to take it on anytime. But I do think that you have a very nice and distinctive style of playing. It's hooky and honest. I like it. You don't sound like you're trying to copy anybody, as many guitar players (including me) sometimes do, and you also don't sound like you've attended some wacky guitar academy. You sound like you. And that's worth a lot more than how many notes you can play in a millisecond or how sophisticated your vibrato is.
Best
Denny [ Reply to This ]
Denny... &mdash 05/27/07 - 11:58:26 AM
...That has to one of the best compliments I've ever gotten on my guitar playing...
Thanks...
Ed [ Reply to This ]
i'm blessed &mdash 05/24/07 - 07:34:05 AM
....to hear such good music.......in my opinion u carry the dylan promise fervently in your music.....there are some philosophical undercurrents to the song that could carry a lively debate.....but there is no doubting the fresh view u bring ........many bows......and .....those acoustics sound mighty fine.....kudos.... [ Reply to This ]
I'm feeling pretty blessed myself... &mdash 05/24/07 - 06:25:22 PM
...right about now...
"Carry the Dylan promise" would be a good thing, in my book...That's pretty high praise, McBoy...
I'm also pleased that you like the acoustic sound. But the funny thing is, that, guitar monster that you are, I always feel that you really get and listen to the whole song, not just the guitar work. I always feel like you appreciate the songwriting.
Thanks as always for giving an appreciative and thoughtful listen. I continue to appreciate it.
Ed [ Reply to This ]
Good song. &mdash 05/24/07 - 09:08:05 AM
great &mdash 05/24/07 - 04:05:23 PM
great to hear a new song from you Ed:) And great sound from your guitar.
I think there still is the same sound/feel to your music like there was in your earlier recordings. Only difference is maybe the polished digital format, and the somewhat unpretentious bass from the keyboard.
I'd like to suggest a little zing to the bass groove with adding a little punch on the 8th stroke (or the 4th's "and") every now and then. Don't know if that makes any sense to you... just to sexy up the groove a tiny bit:)
For such a long tune with little changes along the path, it can be ok to spice up some details every now and then.
Of course that is just to my taste... I don't really believe there is such a thing as right or wrong in music.
But most of all, I enjoyed your new tune very much. You sound great Ed. Your voice is very pleasant to listen to, and the overall sound of your production is smooth and full of good choices in the mixing department.
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It's interesting to hear.... &mdash 05/24/07 - 07:25:42 PM
...that you hear the same sound and feel in this as in the music I've posted from long ago...
I'm not sure that I DO understand what you're suggesting about the bass. I trust your judgement about what might "sexy up" the groove, and this is admittedly some very basic bass... Just there to add a little bottom...
And you are certainly right that it's a long song, and could stand some brightening and interest-adding elements along the way...
All of which is to say that I take your comments seriously. I don't think I'll be going back in on this one anytime soon, but I tend to "carry forward" comments to the next thing...
I really appreciate your thoughtful listens and well considered comments. Thanks, thoddi...
Ed [ Reply to This ]
Late Dibsies!! &mdash 05/24/07 - 04:38:32 PM
I'm here at work. I am listening via little computer speakers at a low volume. Therefore no comments yet. But enough in my ear to fav this rare Ejh recording.
Ok... just one. Classic, vintage Edsong! [ Reply to This ]
According to the Marquis of Queensbury rules... &mdash 05/24/07 - 08:22:21 PM
...there are no awardings of partial dibsies... One achieves full and complete dibsitude, or one does not...
'Edsong' sounds pretty cool... Some weird cross of Norse and Celtic and maybe something from science fiction...
Maybe I should trademark that...
I await your comments eagerly, Jack...
Ed [ Reply to This ]
Edsong.... &mdash 05/25/07 - 11:12:53 AM
"An ancient form of minstrel ballad that originated in the outer nooks and crannies of the county "Hedmark" of Kongeriket Norge. It was there a young lad of the name 'Hedrick of Hedmark' developed a smooth and pleasing form of singing and guitar playing. His lead guitar soloing was melodic, weaving through the song as he sung. And his singing was a pleasure to listen to. His velvet voice, with a trace of age, gave weight to his insightful lyrics. Hedrick rarely performed in public, so those who enjoyed his music always eagerly awaited his song. The cry could be heard echoing in the villages as he came a singing, "Hedsong, Hedsong!" Over time this became known as "Edsong." Eventually after many years, Hedrick's descendants left Hedmark... and following their bliss, they ended up in Boston.
I loved it.
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Take a listen:) <a href="http://www.macjams.com/song/31579">A Brighter Day</a>...
It's just music... Dadai [ Reply to This ]
Oh Jack.... &mdash 05/27/07 - 09:21:07 AM
....ha, ha, ha...whew...heh...whoo... whoa...
I almost missed this...
What fun...
Ed [ Reply to This ]
Simply Beautiful &mdash 05/24/07 - 05:04:35 PM
Thanks, Z... &mdash 05/24/07 - 08:24:13 PM
I appreciate the listen, the comment, and the appreciation/encouragement.
Ed [ Reply to This ]
Hi, Tadashi... &mdash 05/24/07 - 06:29:07 PM
...This IS a pretty long song, isn't it?... And it probably makes a lot out of a rather small corner of American culture...
Plainly I am going to have to learn some Japanese if I am going to function as one of your translators...
Even so, I am happy that you came by and listened. Thank you very much for listening and letting me know...
Always a pleasure...
Ed [ Reply to This ]
Whoops. &mdash 05/24/07 - 07:15:10 PM
Clicked in the wrong spot somehow...
Replying to Tadashi, above....
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such a gentle reminder &mdash 05/24/07 - 08:42:33 PM
it's too easy to forget to appreciate what we have
your voice shines out here - very, very nice.
thanks [ Reply to This ]
Thank you, Smoky... &mdash 05/27/07 - 09:10:08 AM
'Appreciation' is a big part of what this tune is about...
I continue to be pleasantly surprised that my voice on this one is being well received.
Thanks again for listening and leaving a comment...
Ed [ Reply to This ]
I like this- &mdash 05/24/07 - 09:26:16 PM
The lyrics are excellent, as are the vocals. I'm glad you got 'past' the vocal shyness, because this is just great as a solo piece. (Maybe vocal harmonies on the later renditions of the line 'God already blessed America', but only a thought.) The guitars and bass are great, too. As backup instruments, they sound great in chorus. Thanks for sharing! [ Reply to This ]
Thank you, Kristyjo... &mdash 05/27/07 - 09:18:27 AM
I really was wondering if the vocal would come across, and apparently I can relax about that...
I did mess around with selectively doubling some lines, and tried out some harmonies, and ended up thinking that it tended to 'distance' the presentation somewhat... So in the end I just let my voice be my voice...
I'm pleased you enjoyed the lyrics... I think this one stands or falls on whether the lyric works...
Thanks for another thoughtful listen...
Ed [ Reply to This ]
kudos... &mdash 05/25/07 - 01:29:11 AM
so thourough with your descriptions, chord progressions, and lyrics.. this is, in my mind, what the internet is all about for musicians; a community of people working with one another, rather than against... this site has been so very special to me since i joined up, and it is part due to musicians like yourself, eager to share, give advice, and create a sense of unity and brotherhood, now seemingly lost in the musical world today..thanks for this post, and for the song... the song is a piece of art. it is subtle, and i picked up several things the second and third time i listened..killer track, brother!!! [ Reply to This ]
Thanks, r.a.d., &mdash 05/28/07 - 09:25:19 AM
I'm with you about the spirit of this place at its best, and I do try to be in keeping with that as much as I can...
I'm pleased that you found things to like in this song and recording. I'm not so much of a metal head, but I'll be checking out your stuff as soon as I can...
I very much appreciate that you took the time for careful listening and left an appreciative comment.
Thanks again,
Ed [ Reply to This ]
Terrific &mdash 05/25/07 - 10:30:41 AM
How did I miss this gem.
Love the mature words here. Kind of has the Mark Kopfler folk type feel. Which is a top notch sound.
You get a a real nice tone from the guitars. Love the trademark EJh singin.
Sorry for coming in late on this but I am sure glad I made it here:)
Way to go Ed ! Terrific [ Reply to This ]
Hello again, Bill... &mdash 05/28/07 - 09:34:04 AM
I don't know how you figure you're late on this one... It's only been up four days...
If I was going to get a comparison of my guitar playing to someone, the "Mark Knopfler folk type feel" is pretty neat. I love Knopfler's playing, which is, of course, way beyond my taste, feel and ability. But I do enjoy and learn from the way that he uses acoustics against electrics, and I have often wished that I had something like a Dobro to get some of that particular blend that he uses.
Glad you liked the song... Thanks for giving a listen... I always appreciate your comments and support....
Ed [ Reply to This ]
YAY! &mdash 05/26/07 - 08:16:33 AM
A new tune of yours AND a great one!
Beautifully conceived and executed, Ed. That sounds clinical...but it's not meant to be. From beginning to end, it's great...
As to the theme; well, come on, Ed. Don't you think God needs to be told what to do, every now and then? Gotta make sure he's backing the right horsey...
;-)
(true joke...I can't stand the phrase either)
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Double YAY! &mdash 05/28/07 - 10:51:48 AM
Back when I was first starting to write songs, I really did think that they were supposed to materialize "all of a piece"... perfectly written, and then performed and then recorded... It seemed wrong somehow to have it be a process, and one that could have stages, and development...
And sometimes, I suppose, it IS just about that simple... as regards whether a thing is 'conceived and executed' or somehow quicker or something...
But a lot of the learning for me over the years has been to understand that many things, including songs, have multiple points of work and multiple points of inspiration, and one of my own personal hurdles has been to start to trust that is how it is, and it's okay...and multiple inspirations can come... So a bit of conception and planning are not antithetical to authentic inspiration, if that makes sense...
As to the theme...for me, this entire song is a metaphor, and anything anyone says about God is of necessity a metaphor...
Thank you for listening again, Bob. I always appreciate your enthusiasm and wit...
Ed
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enjoyed it. &mdash 04/25/08 - 03:14:39 PM
He did not stop at borders... funny got that way. Exactly. Nice to hear your voice un-doctored. God blesses that, too, exactly how it is. [ Reply to This ]
Great Song &mdash 05/26/07 - 11:31:18 AM
Very fine lyrics, I know what you mean, about the phrase, you really get that point across in a gentle way, there is considerable compassion in your voice and that crackiness increases the frailty of ourselves in the context of God. This works really well.
I agree with the comment about the noodling, though it's not intrusive a little more sparingly might give the song more space.
Your voice is great, hints of Paul Simon's gentle side in the delivery.
Willie [ Reply to This ]
Thanks, Willie... &mdash 05/28/07 - 10:59:02 AM
I'm glad the lyrical content comes across... Your description is in keeping with my intention, and that's always reassuring...
I guess that, so far from hiding my 'crackiness', at this point I should be cultivating it... As I've already written above a few times, I wasn't sure this vocal would come across...
You are undoubtedly right about the noodling... I think maybe especially towards the end of the song, where I'm not stopping in mid-noodle to let the lyric through...I can probably go back in and slice out bits that fight the vocal or are wandering too far afield...
Thanks for taking the time for a thoughtful comment from a thoughtful listen...
Ed [ Reply to This ]
Perfect tuneage... &mdash 05/26/07 - 02:17:24 PM
...for the holiday weekend Ed. Lovely guitar playing. Nice winsome vocal delivery. This really touched my heart man. (This song is also a good advertizement for ChannelStrip! They should send you a check!) Thanks so much for this one...
Be very well! [ Reply to This ]
Thank you, Michael... &mdash 05/28/07 - 11:03:00 AM
I have forwarded your comment to Metric Halo, so they can consider your very wise idea...
I'm glad it touched your heart... I was hoping it wouldn't just come across like a high school theology essay... (Having gone to a high school where such things were compulsory...)
I appreciate your continued good listens very much...
Ed [ Reply to This ]
Soothing &mdash 05/28/07 - 09:54:01 AM
Hey Ed - its great to have a new track from you - it's been some time since the last. the production on this is lovely - loads of space, and the guitars sound really clear. Your voice sounds ... wise and wholesome here. This is such a sweet track - its so nice to hear something ... positive on this subject. In a world where everyone always wants more, it's great to have a track that says 'look what we've been given'.
Great work Ed.
Steve [ Reply to This ]
I am a little proud... &mdash 05/28/07 - 11:11:06 AM
...to finally have a song posted in the same year it was finished...
It's a funny thing about the 'space', because this WAS on my mind as I recorded it, and I really thought I had over-guitared it...I had to do a lot of the pre-mixing over headphones, and so I chose my most revealing [read: harsh] and trebly headphones to get basic levels... When I finally tweaked over speakers and listened on my best headphones, I thought it was really smooth, but I didn't know if I'd left enough 'air' in it...
I'm pleased that the song came across as positive, because I wanted it to be a gentle chide and not a polemic, which I think would be a turn-off. I think I wanted it to be more of a reminder than a scold, actually, and sort of a finger pointing toward a capacity for gratitude...
I'm always pleased when you are able to give a listen and leave your thoughts, Steve. Thanks once again.
Ed [ Reply to This ]
really nice! &mdash 05/28/07 - 10:54:39 AM
I haven't been paying attention much to MacJams music lately, and so I am glad that I finally got around to checking what was on top of the Fan Picks list, and that this one is there. Really great message, and a super recording, playing and singing! Your level-headed care and concern really shows in the music and the message, and we are blessed to have you here on MacJams to keep our heads on straight.
I have no nits to pick on the recording, it's darn near perfect! The bass is subtle and supportive, the guitar leads are a little busy but quiet and not intrusive, the acoustic strumming is a nice bed. I like to hear your voice clear like this, though I certainly understand how difficult it is to resist adding some sort of effects to fatten it up, but in terms of the message it's important that it's clear and clean like this. [ Reply to This ]
I was wondering... &mdash 05/28/07 - 11:17:40 AM
...if this would meet with your approval, Jim...
Thank you for the encouraging words. I was wondering if you'd like the bass this time around, for one thing. I didn't think I'd escape without ANY nits... I can breathe easy now...
I think you're right about keeping the voice clear and direct for this one, rather than prettied or smoothed. Along with that, I'm glad that you liked the song's message, and how it came across.
I appreciate the good attention you bring to your listening, and your detailed and supportive comments. Thanks once again...
Ed [ Reply to This ]
kudo's &mdash 05/28/07 - 11:33:18 AM
I love the concept and the sentiment. lyrically cool and your vocal imparts the message with heart. very cool guitar work by the way. the little electric riffs that thread the tune were tasty. [ Reply to This ]
Thanks, John... &mdash 05/28/07 - 01:35:09 PM
I'm happy that you liked the lyrics and vocal... I'm particularly psyched that you liked the "little elecric riffs"... as you are a very fine hand at improvising on and decorating a tune...
Glad you were able to listen and leave a note...
Ed [ Reply to This ]
Wonderful &mdash 05/28/07 - 11:35:10 AM
Mr. Ed .. This is spiritual song ..
the words are from your heart to your heart
it's great .. nice playing with wonderful voice
Really I'm Speechless .. Thanks For Posting
Regardz
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Yeman Auf Al-Rawi [ Reply to This ]
Birdman! &mdash 05/28/07 - 01:41:14 PM
Right at the start, I want to ask you to let me know how you'd like to be addressed... I don't know whether you prefer your MacJams name or real name, and what part of either...
I truly appreciate your comments. "From heart to heart" is what I'm usually aiming for, and I am pleased that it comes across to you as 'spiritual'.
Thank you for listening and letting me know your thoughts...
Ed [ Reply to This ]
As you like !! &mdash 05/29/07 - 04:34:33 PM
For Naming as you like !!
You have (Yeman, Birdman Wayne) but most of the Jammers called me WAYNE .. As you like !!
Again Thanks For the song ..
i was listening to it all the day ..
If you like Acoustic Rock Style check the Dragon's Rock : http://www.macjams.com/song/32213
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Also the Classical Style (It's For You : http://www.macjams.com/song/31249)
Regardz
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Yeman Auf Al-Rawi (WAYNE) [ Reply to This ]
Wonderful. &mdash 05/28/07 - 02:34:02 PM
Thanks a lot for sharing this wonderful song. Wonderful guitar, perfect playing and mixing. And really good lyrics. It is not my mother language, but I am able to read some provoking humour between the lines... Your voice is marvellous.
Great work!
Faved and downloaded.
Greetings from (the already blessed, too) Germany,
Bernd [ Reply to This ]
Thanks, Bernd... &mdash 05/28/07 - 06:21:00 PM
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