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A complete remake of a song I created about two years ago. Not exactly my typical down-tempo genre... It was fun and I hope you enjoy it as such.
I'm not sure about the genre 'gothic rock' (the closest I could come up with). I suppose it's something more 'gothic-electro-dance-pop'... Whatever, it's danceable... mmm... I think so... partially:-)
-Walt
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Nice one &mdash 12/26/07 - 03:47:31 PM
Great sound and production. Sounded great in the headphones. I particularly like the abrupt piano riffs and the "brass" riff on the break. Vocal performance is terrific - reminded me somewhat of Gary Numan (which in my book is a good thing btw!) Nice rolling, sense of motion feel to the music, and good beats. Nice work. Peace. [ Reply to This ]
david &mdash 12/27/07 - 08:24:05 AM
the piano riff and the brass melody in the bridge where two of the elements I really wanted to keep unchanged. They are kind of the hook of the song. Thanks for the sweet compliments and most of all for listening. Much appreciated.
-Walt [ Reply to This ]
use of fx &mdash 12/26/07 - 04:00:42 PM
Lots of interesting fx use in here. Very clever use of the echo's both on the keys and on your vox.
The repeating piano figure going up and down was a neat hook-line.
As I tend to be a soul/blues guy, I can't quite get into the groove of this genre with total devotion, but I can recognize that you must have enjoyed making it and that it is a well craftet piece of music:)
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thor &mdash 12/27/07 - 12:10:29 PM
Thanks again so much for popping in and taking the time to listen and comment. Even more appreciated knowing you as indeed the soul&blues guy you are;-) This is indeed a bit a new experience for me as well, but I like to broaden my musical horizons from time to time. And sure, it was tons of fun!
-Walt [ Reply to This ]
Enjoy it &mdash 12/26/07 - 04:01:30 PM
ego &mdash 12/27/07 - 12:15:18 PM
Broken Lies &mdash 12/26/07 - 04:12:35 PM
Superb mood in singing my friend .great production
as always ...thank you and Happy Holidays ! [ Reply to This ]
feter &mdash 12/27/07 - 12:16:56 PM
Always happy to see you popping up on my page. Thanks again for the lovely comment, mate.
-Walt [ Reply to This ]
cool &mdash 12/26/07 - 06:16:24 PM
Its you but its not! Love the syncopation and the recurring piano riff.
Extremely well mixed. Sounds great in the cans [ Reply to This ]
ktb &mdash 12/27/07 - 12:34:01 PM
It's me and it's not me:-) That's a great way to put it, haha. I know exactly what you mean, and I much appreciate your words. Thanks again!
-Walt [ Reply to This ]
Great sounds Walt ..... &mdash 12/26/07 - 08:45:43 PM
..... and great timing. Neat fx and piano work. Can't recall the original, but this is really good. So different to your usual offerings.
Neil [ Reply to This ]
neil &mdash 12/28/07 - 01:37:15 PM
a variation of dishes keeps the man's appetite sharp... just a Flemish saying. Thanks for the listen and the words, Neil. And thanks for still following my sidesteps:-)
-Walt [ Reply to This ]
well sir... &mdash 12/26/07 - 09:02:18 PM
some intense production here. you really played the stereo field wonderfully on this.
this is another great piece of you doing something a bit different. I can see why you where having a blast with this. [ Reply to This ]
vic &mdash 12/28/07 - 03:15:34 PM
Although I purchased Logic recently, I think I'm still glued to GB for quite a while. Perhaps just out of laziness:-) So I'm glad you liked the production performance. Thanks so much again for passing by. And you know that the appreciation is absolutely mutual.
-Walt [ Reply to This ]
Loud and clear &mdash 12/27/07 - 08:33:33 AM
This sounds very good. Lots of sounds going on, and everything clearly audible. Nice job.
The whole arrangement is very good, with the treatmnt of the vocals, and that piano riff. That one actually makes the song.
Cool. [ Reply to This ]
victor &mdash 12/28/07 - 03:38:15 PM
I probably never used so many tracks as I did in this song. An achievement for a guy like me who hates complexity:-) Thanks for commenting. Very much appreciated.
-Walt [ Reply to This ]
Piano Hooked Me &mdash 12/27/07 - 02:37:58 PM
Super original treatment to the piano and the staccato vocals. You have such a cool voice and you use it well in this rather unusual gothic song. The horns were interesting.
I've downloaded this one.
Thanks for posting a really good song.
Bob [ Reply to This ]
bob &mdash 12/28/07 - 03:41:50 PM
I'm always thrilled to know who actually downloads a song of mine. Thanks for telling me. And be sure I cherish your sweet comment.
-Walt [ Reply to This ]
at the intro riff/I'm dancing &mdash 12/27/07 - 09:49:14 PM
You have exhibited your vocal can fit anywhere. You have one of the most identifiable voices on the planet.
along with Neil young, Bob Dylan, and Jiguma.
You are in good company for sure... The exactness in you vocal performance is impressive...
This tune is very creative in its full bodied production. You have such good ideas when it comes to creating a sound to enhance your great song-writing. I really dig the drum pics, they give the tune great strenth. You conjure up a sense of invincibility wit this cut.
I could dig some kind of chordal change up with a cutting guitar solo from maybe mcboy or a rocker like PickQuick Records or even a subtle slippery ziti solo....
I am a guitar solo type o guy...
anothe suggestion...
I'm full of em tonight...
Some harmonies against you vocal to sweetin the pot would be cool...
You voice sounds so cool on' the same herd' with the clean and clear Lisa(ledebutant) vocal accompaniment.
Just IMHO
I have spoken
great great sound
I loved this song
a keeper
peace
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tim &mdash 12/29/07 - 03:15:34 AM
you're way too kind, man... Thanks so much for the lovely compliments. And I'm really considering your suggestions. On the other side, I don't want to make the song too 'lovely'(cfr. the vocal harmonies). It's a very cold, almost robotic-like song, and that's something I definitely want to keep.
Neil Young, Bob Dylan and Jiguma. Indeed, veeeery great company:-) Thanks so much again, Tim!
-Walt [ Reply to This ]
Is there anything... &mdash 12/27/07 - 10:11:31 PM
...that you can't do?
Wow. And when that horn part comes in, it just gets better and better!
If it is possible, I am an even bigger fan than I was!
Fantastic job in trying something new--that means you are a true artist: more interested in change than you are afraid of change. Admirable. [ Reply to This ]
estella &mdash 12/29/07 - 09:26:45 AM
Why do your comments always make me blush? You're spoiling me again way too much. And all I can say is: thank you, dear Estella:-) Hope to hear a lot more of your beautiful voice in the coming year!
-Walt [ Reply to This ]
What a &mdash 12/28/07 - 10:17:55 AM
great driving beat - and fantastic production. If this wasn't free I'd buy it. Thanks.
Len
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len &mdash 12/29/07 - 09:29:55 AM
...oh, you CAN buy it if you insist:-) Very happy you popped up again. And thanks a bunch for your comment.
-Walt [ Reply to This ]
Tull of The Millenium &mdash 12/28/07 - 10:25:34 AM
Well done, Walt. I really do believe you have the sound of an updated Jethro Tull... with so many interesting quirks and inventions.
It all has your unique stamp. You are flowering, my friend. ;)
--- Joe [ Reply to This ]
joe &mdash 12/29/07 - 09:33:14 AM
Well, thanks a bunch Joe. That's really a hell of a compliment... as long as I don't get the looks of Ian Anderson, I'm OK with it :-) Thanks so much again for your visit and your very nice comment. Wishing you all the best.
-Walt [ Reply to This ]
Broken Lies - &mdash 12/28/07 - 12:28:34 PM
- what a great title. This is a sonic joy. Loved every bit of it on every level. What a great sound you got going on here. Full of surprises. Great mix and production with vocals that are stylish yet unique - delivered in a way only Mr. Vandervelde can do. perfect. [ Reply to This ]
oh yeah &mdash 12/29/07 - 01:46:59 AM
great original sound- professional quality mix - thoroughly enjoyed this -thx [ Reply to This ]
shaman &mdash 12/30/07 - 05:23:26 AM
Thanks a million for the listen and the comment! Much appreciated.
-Walt [ Reply to This ]
Ray &mdash 12/30/07 - 05:21:42 AM
What a bunch of compliments... Thanks so much, mate! Let me tell you that the appreciation is absolutely mutual...
-Mr. Vandervelde:-) [ Reply to This ]
Wow... &mdash 12/29/07 - 03:50:30 PM
...this is way too cool. The synching of the vox echo with the beat just blew me away. Drew me right in there.
Piano lines...very on it... [ Reply to This ]
bob &mdash 12/30/07 - 06:12:19 AM
Thank you so much for popping in again. Made me a real pleasure. Wishing you all the best in the new year!
-Walt [ Reply to This ]
Remarkable.. &mdash 12/30/07 - 05:39:35 AM
.. aced the production Walter. Solid tune and nicely different and fresh. The beats and work on the vocal playing off the delay are worth special mention .. though I'm not keen on the Paul Hardcastle "19" 'l l l l l lies' stuttering myself to be perfectly honest.
I liked all the parts and how they interplay with each other - it does have the electropop thing and as David mentioned, with your (excellent) voice, leads me to think of Gary Numan too, as closest kin. Having said that, I would have been tempted to try the piano as a deep analog synth, something sawy, bit of bite to it.
Cool song, enjoyeable listen, brilliant production/mix. [ Reply to This ]
alan &mdash 12/30/07 - 06:26:53 AM
You might be right about the stuttering on 'lies'. I think I'd rather finetune it for the CD version or just leave it out. About replacing the piano by a deep synth: I just did the opposite at the time. IMHO the piano (and perhaps also the brass part) give the song this unusual edge. But I guess any song is like a portion of french fries: I like them with mayonnaise and perhaps you prefer ketchup:-)
Thanks so much again for popping in, mate! And have a spledid year ahead!
-Walt [ Reply to This ]
Really cool! &mdash 12/30/07 - 12:50:27 PM
I love the whole experimental/dance feel this has. Nice piano and vocal performances. I particularly liked the part where the brass came in, quite unpredictable which is a good thing. Thanks for sharing! [ Reply to This ]
brandon &mdash 12/31/07 - 03:12:10 AM
Thanks so much for passing by. Much appreciated. And all the best in the coming year!
-Walt [ Reply to This ]
very &mdash 12/31/07 - 08:54:22 AM
Very effective driving, tension level throughout. This is one of your best. I enjoyed it much. This tune also lends itself to add some rapping in the background. This is really bold stuff.
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damien &mdash 01/02/08 - 12:57:14 PM
Yeah, that rapping is perhaps not a bad idea. I keep it in mind... Thanks a bunch for popping in, Damien. Very much appreciated.
-Walt [ Reply to This ]
I like the beat.... &mdash 01/06/08 - 03:54:20 PM
...and I like the staccato synth and the starting-and-stopping piano...
The mix and the arrangement work well together in terms of accentuating the hooks in the rhythm and lyrics...
This IS different from what I've heard from you before, but nicely so. A great change, and one that would give new life to slower tunes if it was on a CD among them...
Ed [ Reply to This ]
Darkwave as it should be! &mdash 04/18/08 - 12:09:07 AM
Provocative and mystical. Love the brass break in the middle - very creative. We have common tastes! [ Reply to This ]
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