Control

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I don't know. It kind of a depressing song with jazzy undertones. Tell me what you all think of the vocals. I had a little trouble with them. Need a new mic.I'm using a Sennheiser Evolution 835. Is that a good one.....I just don't know.
I found this one today as I was cleaning house. I can't believe that I had totally forgotten about it.
ENJOY!

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Lyrics

Control

Sometimes, I'm confused you try to get me
Sometimes, I am too tired of thinking
Right now, I've come loose my bones are broken
But, everything's in control
Everything's in control

Why do I do it ?
Everything is out of control

Thought of the moment I feel for you
Under the big black wonderful night
Shifting the fire, no time will lapse
We have been waiting for this to start
You get what you want. I use what I got
Thinking of everything I wanted to do
I want...............

Words and music by David Armbruster

Song Stats

Hits: 1152
Comments: 41
Fans: 17
Plays: 91
Downloads: 50
Votes: 2
Uploaded: Jan 11, 2008 - 01:11:25 PM
Last Updated: Mar 09, 2009 - 11:27:32 AM Last Played: May 12, 2009 - 12:46:01 PM

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Lavalamp (63), Control (21), Quirky (21), Jazzy (29), Trippy (44)

Comments

craft	craft said 668 days ago (January 11th, 2008)
	sweet melody Cool lyrics and nice guitar playing.. Well performed and produced... A really good job Check out my latest song called Blue Lights (feat. Spleenveil)

lavalamp	lavalamp said 668 days ago (January 11th, 2008)
	Thanks a lot Craft I appreciate the comments Craft. Thanks for taking the time. LL Check out my latest song called Googolplex Times Zero

Feter	Feter said 668 days ago (January 11th, 2008)
	Control Man you rock ..total Stones flavour and just this is straight rockin song great structure and playin ..KUDOS my friend !!! man you sound like Jagger ! Check out my latest song called A Night With Feter feat'(Roxylee sloparts crissew johnwhitehead and Yamin AL Yamani )

lavalamp	lavalamp said 668 days ago (January 11th, 2008)
	Thanks, man I've heard that Jagger thing a lot about me on this site and I can't believe it it. I never even was muck of a Stones fan. Don't get me wrong, I like the Stones and Mick a lot, but I would have to consider myself a Beatles guy. Thanks for the compliment. Stay tuned. No way this deserves a 10.000 Dave Check out my latest song called Googolplex Times Zero

Vic Holman	Vic Holman said 667 days ago (January 11th, 2008)
	hey Dave catchy number and nicely composed. in some way there are those lost tunes between favorite artist albums that pop up here. This is one of those. In my mind it is a song that bridges Magical Mystery Tour and The White Album. Then again this style and identifiable sound is all you as well. Check out my latest song called One Step Over The Line

lavalamp	lavalamp said 667 days ago (January 12th, 2008)
	2 of my favorites You mentioned two of my favorite albums of all time in your comments. Not just Beatle favorite, but overall favorite. I really don't deserve that, but thanks for the kind words. Really glad you enjoyed. Dave Check out my latest song called Googolplex Times Zero

echoroom	echoroom said 667 days ago (January 12th, 2008)
	In control Love the beats on this - what are they? The vocals are good, but slightly muffled or not sharp enough - may be eq. I used shure 58a for ages, but have just been bought a Rode NT1-A. This is poppy and kinda psychedelic - great track - you're real busy lately! Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

lavalamp

lavalamp said 667 days ago (January 12th, 2008)

Yeah, thanks ER
I have a bunch of songs in the can, I just wasn't really able to do much at home for the past year because I didn't have a good internet connection. I had to do everything from work or a buddy's house.
I've decided to post maybe one a week. Don't want to overexpose here.

Thanks again for your honest and helpful critiques.
Dave

Check out my latest song called Googolplex Times Zero

	said 667 days ago (January 12th, 2008)
	Cool!! S**T!, Just do a duplicate take of the lead vox bro or one more obscure vox track. Just my opinion. I LIKE IT A LOT the way it is. Pretty sweet! Trippy!

lavalamp	lavalamp said 667 days ago (January 12th, 2008)
	I like your opinion Sometimes, I wished I had more time to finish these things up. I really appreciate the feedback, though. It's always hard to mix/produce your own voice, right? Thanks for your advice once again. Well check you out. LL Check out my latest song called Googolplex Times Zero

musichead	musichead said 667 days ago (January 12th, 2008)
	nice mix I wish I could mix like this..not to mention a great melody and song. What I hear is a good piano part. It stands alone on its own. This song also reminds me of a Lennon and Jager tune,which is a great idea. very sellable tune...great job!!!! Check out my latest song called Lets Take a Holiday

lavalamp	lavalamp said 667 days ago (January 12th, 2008)
	Musichead Thanks for the compliments and glad you enjoyed. Stay tuned for more. MJ Check out my latest song called Googolplex Times Zero

Godchaser	Godchaser said 667 days ago (January 12th, 2008)
	I'll say it again. You've got a strong Julian Lennonish voice and many of your tunes remind me of his work.Not to take away at all from your work as I've said before you write some very cool stuff and again most enjoyed.And about those vocals of yours...........it's all good! Blesssings, Check out my latest song called As i Walk

lavalamp	lavalamp said 667 days ago (January 12th, 2008)
	Julian calling Thanks Godchaser, I don't mond being compared to him. And thanks for the kind words. Dave Check out my latest song called Googolplex Times Zero

	said 667 days ago (January 12th, 2008)
	NICe I like how you channel your inner Mick Jagger on this one

	said 667 days ago (January 12th, 2008)
	Opps Just saw your Mick Jagger comment above I've always felt The Stones were MUCH better than the (ZZzzz...) Beatles if thats any consolation

lavalamp	lavalamp said 667 days ago (January 12th, 2008)
	Mick lives I love Mick and John and Keith and Paul. So, any comparison is good with me. Bye, David Check out my latest song called Googolplex Times Zero

michael2	michael2 said 667 days ago (January 12th, 2008)
	awesome track this is really nice, love the melodies and chord changes. so psych and good. the vox are great, but they are a little muffled. that outro is great with the strings and the backing vox. great song man, sorry it took me so long to find it. Check out my latest song called Stars and Dust (space challenge)

lavalamp	lavalamp said 667 days ago (January 12th, 2008)
	Muffled Muffled is the right word to describe the problem with the vocals. I agree. Thanks for liking the song on general. Dave Check out my latest song called Googolplex Times Zero

lengold	lengold said 666 days ago (January 13th, 2008)
	The first thing I noticed is how good the production is on this, great drums/rhythm. I think this is the best I've heard your vocals, I also have great trouble trying to guage my own. Sounding Jaggerish again. Well written song and very well played. A lovely listen. Cheers Len Check out my latest song called Dodgy Doughnut

lavalamp	lavalamp said 666 days ago (January 13th, 2008)
	Thanks Peter Little known fact: True, my mom grew up just down the street from Mick.....no lie. They're the same age, too. Dave Check out my latest song called Googolplex Times Zero

Heightened	Heightened said 665 days ago (January 13th, 2008)
	Cool song! Liked it from beginning to end. Check out my latest song called A Journey Through Starburst Galaxy M82

lavalamp	lavalamp said 665 days ago (January 14th, 2008)
	Thanks for listening Thanks for stopping by friend. Check out my latest song called Googolplex Times Zero

dajama

dajama said 665 days ago (January 14th, 2008)

Great song
Sorry it took me so long to get here! This is terrific. I love the changes throughout the song. Great piano part, and I like the drums - good, thick sound. Backing vocals are terrific near the end there. I know what you mean about trying to get the right vocal sound - it drives me nuts. I use a Shure SM58 and it works for me (I started with a Sony digital mic plugged into MiniDisc player and on into the back of my Powerbook! Hey "I use what I got" as the song says!) Nice one. It's great to have you back and posting regularly. Peace.

Check out my latest song called Across the Wire (MJRF)

lavalamp	lavalamp said 665 days ago (January 14th, 2008)
	good to be around Sorry for the "down under" comment the other day. Sometimes I get confused. Glad you liked it and hope you'll stay tuned for more in the future. Dave Check out my latest song called Googolplex Times Zero

jiguma	jiguma said 665 days ago (January 14th, 2008)
	Nice production! Love the sounds of the instrumentation, and your vocals work a treat. I hear Mick, but I also hear the chord changes of the Beatles. Like the drum track - works well with the bass line you've chosen. Good track! Neil Check out my latest song called Under My Skin

lavalamp	lavalamp said 665 days ago (January 14th, 2008)
	Thanks from Micky Good to hear from you Neil. Glad you liked the track. Dave Check out my latest song called Googolplex Times Zero

wonderpus	wonderpus said 664 days ago (January 15th, 2008)
	Alright man great changes - very cool arrangement and your vocals sound real good. Kinda Flaming Lips - but more old school Floyd/Stones Her Majesty. Excellent! Check out my latest song called She's Gonna Blow

lavalamp	lavalamp said 664 days ago (January 15th, 2008)
	I'll take that Thanks for stopping by. And thanks for the kind words. Dave Check out my latest song called Googolplex Times Zero

bud	bud said 664 days ago (January 15th, 2008)
	I'm really impressed with your writing on this one - wish I could carry a line as far as you can. Everything's cool here - especially the vox and backing vox. Great keyboards and bass too. Check out my latest song called Expanding Toys (Halloween Remix)

lavalamp	lavalamp said 663 days ago (January 16th, 2008)
	Howdy Bud Appreciate the kind comment. You always say supportive things. Hope you'll stick around for more. Love this site. Dave Check out my latest song called Googolplex Times Zero

guitapick	guitapick said 663 days ago (January 15th, 2008)
	~ What Vic said...puts me there... Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

lavalamp	lavalamp said 663 days ago (January 16th, 2008)
	Hey GP Thanks a bunch. LL Check out my latest song called Googolplex Times Zero

guitapick	guitapick said 662 days ago (January 17th, 2008)
	You're welcome... ...quite acidic, it is...in a very good way. Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

racerat	racerat said 663 days ago (January 15th, 2008)
	mic I think that the mic has a pretty narrow EQ range. It seems a little shrill, a little bright in the high-mids but that may just be the EQ. The song definitely has the Jagger moan and the Beatles piano progression sound, but it also transcends both those style in a convincing way.Cool stuff.-P Check out my latest song called Frank's Song

lavalamp	lavalamp said 663 days ago (January 16th, 2008)
	Always good to hear from you. I need to focus on the production a little more. Will always listen to you and take your advice. Thanks Dave Check out my latest song called Googolplex Times Zero

	said 661 days ago (January 18th, 2008)
	jop nice and since i don't know your music, quite unexpected. Cool! Have a nice weekend, LL Cool lamp

lavalamp	lavalamp said 661 days ago (January 18th, 2008)
	You, too Thanks for stopping by. Check out my latest song called Googolplex Times Zero

that80sboy	that80sboy said 631 days ago (February 17th, 2008)
	cool track lava! .....dang....you ARE on the list of faves to check on that rainy day full of listening to music....some great pop craftsmanship here!!! Check out my latest song called please save me

	said 613 days ago (March 6th, 2008)
	Great! One of your bests Dave, very great music and vocal work. Enjoyed this song very much. COOL! Take Care - Yeman A. Al-Rawi

saymme	saymme said 439 days ago (August 27th, 2008)
	( : Great vox Great Music Great song - LOVE IT !(!) i actually like Your vox better here than on Your newest, You have a great voice like I said before! Do You have another mic noow? tx for dls David !

lavalamp	lavalamp said 439 days ago (August 27th, 2008)
	same mic as always Wow. Why on earth did you check this one out? It happens to be one of my favorites. I like it for its quirkiness. Thanks Lena, LL Check out my latest song called Googolplex Times Zero

saymme	saymme said 435 days ago (August 31st, 2008)
	( : I love this one . Your voice is so good . I never know why I choose a song I just do .You know some ppl walk into a library, get to the shelves & return home with awesome & meaningful books(I have a friend like that, it never worked for me)It seems to be the same w me walking into Mjtown ; ) ! THis IS A GREAT SONG Dave....tx again

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