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Little Things by guygrooves [Email]
Genre: Acoustic Rock

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Last Played: Nov 28, 2008 - 12:05:57 PM
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Uploaded: Oct 08, 2008 - 05:28:34 PM
Last Updated: Oct 08, 2008 - 05:28:34 PM
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Description:
This is a song dedicated to the love of my life as she inspired it. Her Birthday was yesterday so.... Happy Birthday Sunshine. You truly are my muse. (Corny huh?) lol

This is the first of my new catalogue, although "Sunshine Angel" http://www.macjams.com/song/43350 is new as well, it hasn't had a full production as of yet.

Little things was written this spring while I was walking dogs, with time alone to write it in my head. I suggest this method as a great way to memorize lyrics lol.

Lyrics:
Little Things copyright 2008 Guy Groves

I like the way you tip your head
Right before you start to laugh
and how you always hold your own
whenever I'm talkin trash
Chorus
Those little things that you do
Made me fall in love with you
Those little things that you do
Keep me in love with you

I love how you like to tease me
whenever I'm in a mood
and I know it's all designed
to adjust my attitude
Chorus
Bridge
I remember when I first met you
You wanted nothin to do with me
I was dumb enough to try and charm you
and way to blind to see
a spirit such as yours
is perfect in every way
and my love for you it still grows
stronger every day

I love how you bat your eyes
whenever you want your way
and how you hate long goodbyes
cause you never know what to say
Chorus
Written, performed and recorded by Guy Groves copyright 2008

Hardware:
98 Tele, Garrison acoustic, RP-350 digitech processor, Bherringer B-2 pro con mic, Epiphone bass, monster cables, maudio fast track pro, samson monitors and my Intel Imac 5

Software:
Logic pro and the usual suspects.
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sweet &mdash 10/08/08 - 06:31:54 PM
this is such a nice gesture, really. and a good song as well. nice ambling guitar and the acoustic is really nice and clear. mine always ends up sounding muddy, is that a built in pickup? great job.

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Thanks Michael &mdash 10/08/08 - 06:46:00 PM
I took some advice from rsorensen on recording my acoustic. I have a fishman built in pick up with an eq and brilliance slider, with the notch technology for feedback and a phase switch. I recorded with a DI as well as a large diaphragm con mic and mixed it to my ear. I had to fiddle with the switches and eq on the guitar but each time I try it gets better and better. Thanks for the visit and kind words.
Peace
Guy

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Nice &mdash 10/08/08 - 10:48:22 PM
This is your most well-produced song so far, everything fits where it should in the mix. The lead guitar fits well and does not overpower the song. Good stuff.

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Thanks Brian &mdash 10/09/08 - 12:00:56 AM
I am very happy you like it. I also am thrilled you went to the trouble of making those steel guitar riff's for The One. I will be working with them tomorrow. Thanks again for the visit, listen and kind words.
Peace
Guy

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Little Things &mdash 10/08/08 - 11:28:36 PM
Great great dedication song ...the guitar set a real
wonderful space to your vocal ..which so wonderfull here
very cool mixing ...this song a top notch my friend ..
I m always wondering how talented and solid production
your music is ..Thnx alot for sharin !!!!

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Feter... &mdash 10/09/08 - 12:05:31 AM
You are without a doubt the nicest person here. You must be a very large person to be able to carry that heart of yours around. Thanks for the visit, listen and kind words.
Peace
Guy

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beautiful &mdash 10/09/08 - 03:18:16 AM
gesture and very nice song, she's lucky...
This tune is excellent Guy, melody, music, acoustic guitar and vocals, really on all levels. Really a pleasure to listen, bravo !
Marc

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Merci bouquot Marc &mdash 10/09/08 - 11:40:07 AM
I am flattered that you like it. I appreciate the kind words. Thanks for the visit and listen.
Peace
Guy

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I must say Guy... &mdash 10/09/08 - 04:05:24 AM
...this is fine progression from some of your earlier posts. As others have said, the guitar sound is good, but the real improvement is in the quality of your voice - very rich and smooth - very, very good indeed. I'm impressed.

If there's space for a minor bit of constructive criticism then I would say that around the start of the bridge you seem to trip over the words a bit (trying to fit 'em into too small a gap). Other than that this is really good - sounds like a genuine Alt country classic to me -

Cheers,
Phil

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Hey Phil &mdash 10/09/08 - 11:48:58 AM
Great to hear from you. Thanks for the listen and kind words. You are right about the start of the bridge I had trouble phrasing it to fit and decided at one point it was close enough. I guess it wasn't lol. Great set of critical ears on you. Thanks again and, yes there is always room for criticism ;)
Peace
Guy

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Beautiful ... &mdash 10/09/08 - 04:23:27 PM
.. on so may levels. This is the kind of music I choose to listen to when not on Macjams or other indie sites. Love that vocal, you have a fabulous voice full of character and charm.
Simply lovely.

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Thank you &mdash 10/09/08 - 04:47:08 PM
Very nice to meet you. Thank you for the wonderful comment. I am flattered and grateful.
Peace
Guy

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just awesome &mdash 10/09/08 - 05:16:10 PM
i think this might be your best post so far on all counts. A touching song with great lyrics first and foremost, but also, what stellar production. the guitars sound perfect dude. and wow! those vocals! great post

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Ridd &mdash 10/09/08 - 05:31:17 PM
I can't thank you enough man. Coming from you these words carry a lot of weight. You actually gave me the way I now record my acoustic so Thank you man you are the coolest.
Peace
Guy

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I wish ..... &mdash 10/09/08 - 05:49:30 PM
I wish...err..I need to do this for the love of my life. I like the little guitar lick. Very tasty! I like going to the park alone and write as well. Plue I live on the edge of woods. I like the Epiphoba s sound. Its perfect for this song. Good job

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Thanks for the visit &mdash 10/09/08 - 05:54:36 PM
Very nice to meet you. I appreciate the kind words and the fav.
Peace
Guy

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like it. &mdash 10/09/08 - 11:17:04 PM
nice song.
i'm guessing your "significant other" will love it.

guitars sound great. Nothing sounds better than a telecaster!!


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Thanks &mdash 10/09/08 - 11:58:15 PM
Relic I am happy you stopped by for a listen. I wouldn't have agreed with you a couple years ago about the tele But I have to now lol. It is my all time favorite guitar. I am so glad I found it. Thanks again.
Peace
Guy

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Lovely heartfelt &mdash 10/10/08 - 07:25:36 AM
song. Performed and recorded/produced to perfection.
Cheers
Len



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Thanks &mdash 10/10/08 - 09:48:15 AM
For stopping by Len. I am happy you enjoyed this one.
Peace
Guy

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very nice... &mdash 10/10/08 - 03:16:31 PM
Loose and slightly jangly...The music has a really relaxed feel that provides just the right sound bed for those sweet lyrics and your heart-felt vocal delivery.

The production is outstanding.

I thoroughly enjoyed this one Guy.

Be well my friend!

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Thanks Micheal &mdash 10/10/08 - 05:46:18 PM
You are always so kind and I do appreciate it and all the direction you have provided to date. You are a valued asset to this site. Thanks again friend.
Peace
Guy

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:-] &mdash 10/11/08 - 07:15:37 PM
lucky you ... great track

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Thanks Davis &mdash 10/11/08 - 08:47:22 PM
Your very kind. I am happy you stopped by for a listen.

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Wowwwww Guy &mdash 10/11/08 - 08:02:23 PM
This is a great song man. The feelings are in the words and in your voice. This one ought to be the one that'll save your hide when you've really screwed up.

How could she not know how much she is loved after listening to this, It's the best love song I've heard in years, and needs to be on the Radio.

Most excellent in all ways my friend. Great song, great playing, and great mixing. It's got it all.

Bravo Guy,

Ed

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Wowwwww &mdash 10/12/08 - 11:19:16 AM
yourself lol... THANK YOU!!! Coming from you Ed, it is deeply appreciated man. I am very happy you think it is that good. It means a lot man Thanks again.
Peace
Guy

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Wow &mdash 10/11/08 - 09:04:46 PM
Being in love is definately good on ya! Love it even more! Hold on to that feeling....

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Thanks Sheila &mdash 10/12/08 - 11:22:11 AM
I hope you doin well thanks for the visit and listen. I will hold onto that feeling lol I don't think I could survive the fall. ;o)
Peace
Guy

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Good one Guy! &mdash 10/12/08 - 05:26:14 PM
Sounds really good - especially the acoustic. Easily your best production so far. LP sure makes a good result doesn't it. Lovely vocals and I'm sure your special friend just loves the lyrics.
:)
Cheers from Oz,
Neil

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Awwwwwwww &mdash 10/12/08 - 08:41:52 PM
Thanks Neil. From you this is high praise indeed. I like that you have always been straight from the get go man. You're an asset to this site and we're lucky to have you mate.
Peace
Guy

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. &mdash 10/14/08 - 02:51:01 AM
Really well sung. Great backing and arrangement. I was a little uncomfortable with the chorus ending as I felt one could go up and add strength to 'Keep me in love with you' which is a very positive statement.
All in all, though, thoroughly enjoyable.

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Thanks Richard &mdash 10/14/08 - 04:36:26 PM
I hadn't thought of that, and now that I have it totally makes sense. Thanks for the listen and the great advice. I hope all is well with you and yours.
Peace
Guy

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nice song &mdash 10/14/08 - 04:38:07 PM
Nice and cool.. Well done.. I'm enjoying it!!

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Thanks &mdash 10/14/08 - 11:50:55 PM
for stopping by and listening. I am a fan of your work. You have an apt handle.
Peace
Guy

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Lucky &mdash 10/14/08 - 11:56:03 PM
You have a lucky wife to get such a great song for her birthday. The lyrics are sincere and sweet. You have such a smooth voice, and it's well-recorded. The guitars are nestled right up there under the vocals, but they never overwhelm. This is a fine countryish rock (or rockish country) song.

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Nice to meet you &mdash 10/15/08 - 12:25:48 AM
Kristyjo I can't tell if it's country rockish or rockish country either lol. Thank you for the kind words and the listen.
Peace
Guy

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Wow!!! &mdash 10/15/08 - 01:04:11 PM
Great stuff my friend!!! Remember the days we used to jam together. I thought you were good then and you were, but let me tell ya Guy, you're leaps and bounds ahead of those days! I'm so pleased to be in contact with you again and to see that you're still using your incredible talent, again GREAT STUFF!!!

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Veeeeeeeerrrrrrrrnnnnnn!!!!! &mdash 10/15/08 - 10:06:56 PM
So glad you could make it to the site and you joined to!! Excellent. I hope we can hear some of the guitars you own. It's very easy to get started here and everyone is very helpful.
Peace
Guy



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Sensational &mdash 10/17/08 - 12:03:14 PM
I just joined today and if this is any reflection on the wealth of inspiration that this site has to offer than I am truly blessed. I just wanted to let you know that this effort is fantastic. I know what it is to be in love and this song is exactly what I wanted to say to my soulmate. Great job Guy and I will be eagerly waiting for the encore. Thank you for sharing this piece with us mere mortals. Cheers, Gary.

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To say..... &mdash 10/17/08 - 09:15:31 PM
I am flattered, would be to put it mildly. Thank you very much, and welcome to MacJams.
Peace
Guy

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very nice &mdash 10/17/08 - 08:09:05 PM
I also have to comment about the quality and depth of your voice. Nice job. Singing is something that seems to get better the more you "believe", and it's obvious you have crossed the line between timid beginner and confident pro. I don't know if you ever listened to "Big Head Todd" but your voice is in the same notch, right out of the Midnight Radio/Sister Sweetly albums. The guitar has a nice melodic and moving front lick and the whole song is powered by the inexorable but catchy slow motion in the back end. I too have experimented with dry/direct and live/mic mixing with good success. In the end I'd rather catch it live if the equipment and set up is good enough. But the dry/direct signal can often make a big difference if something else is out of line. Final word: Nice job! Thanks!

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Wow.... &mdash 10/17/08 - 09:18:09 PM
thank you very much. I am happy you liked it.
Peace
Guy

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Beautiful song . . : ) &mdash 10/19/08 - 04:52:48 PM
. . . : ) ( : Thank You ! ! ! ! means alot ...!!!beautiful voice ! lena

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Thank you &mdash 10/19/08 - 06:11:37 PM
Very much Lena. I am happy you like the song and were able to drop by for a listen.
Peace
Guy

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lovely peaceful ambience &mdash 11/02/08 - 02:15:49 PM
well crafted song, nice and happy something i just can't do. Your voice is exceptional and the way you put across your words makes for a great listen.

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