Ian Ferrin
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Re:SMB - 'Mary-Ellen is Only Sleeping'
2011/02/26 04:50:50
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rockinrobby
Nice arrangement. I really like the mix. I can hear everything very clearly. When I saw the title, I was afraid it was going to make me cry :-( I'm glad it's an instrumental. Only thing I did not care for was that synth at 3:01. I just didn't like the color of it, the high pitched sounds. It didn't seem to fit with everything else, and everything else fit together so perfectly?
Basically, I love it! Very creative with a great arrangement that really maintains the interest thru the whole piece. This is a SMALL nit... please take it that way...My reaction was pretty much the same as Robby's: That high pitched synth is a killer to me. If you've got any high frequency hearing loss, you might not be hearing what this is doing in the ultra high end... I literally almost had to turn the tune off. I like what the part is doing. It could be a really cool addition at that point... but you've got to tame it sonically IMO. Anyway, another great tune from you guys. Super creative. I really loved it except for that screachy part. Peace, Ian
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Re:SMB - 'Mary-Ellen is Only Sleeping'
2011/02/26 07:50:56
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Slow Marching Band
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Re:SMB - 'Mary-Ellen is Only Sleeping'
2011/02/27 08:33:24
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Thanks Ian, much appreciated. I'll take a look at the eq on that synth part. My hearing certainly isn't what it was, it's true.
Tony - thanks very much!
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Re:SMB - 'Mary-Ellen is Only Sleeping'
2011/02/27 09:11:57
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This is great! I love everything about it! I find it inspiring! That is always good
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Re:SMB - 'Mary-Ellen is Only Sleeping'
2011/02/27 13:17:10
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A week late to the party.
Very nice piece Larry & James (or is it James and Larry? I can never seem to keep it straight).
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Re:SMB - 'Mary-Ellen is Only Sleeping'
2011/02/27 20:11:08
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You guys just make it seem too easy. You make great music effortlessly. A very smooth mix, James, very warm sounding. Very tasty playing throughout. Well done.
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Re:SMB - 'Mary-Ellen is Only Sleeping'
2011/02/27 21:34:40
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Pure talent.
You guys have gotten unbelieveably good - just top notch pros - both of you.
I rreally enjoyed this.
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Slow Marching Band
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Re:SMB - 'Mary-Ellen is Only Sleeping'
2011/03/01 02:23:00
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Marius, Ed, Mark and Mark...thanks very much indeed guys!  James
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Re:SMB - 'Mary-Ellen is Only Sleeping'
2011/03/01 18:20:05
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Nice and easternized ... the essence of music ... peaceful, invoking, pensive, tender.
Things cascade and build up gently into a Sweet-Melissal event, I'd say. Most excellent!
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Re:SMB - 'Mary-Ellen is Only Sleeping'
2011/03/01 18:53:36
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Very nice. Soft and warm.
I also get the Yes vibe early on, but your distinctive styles still stand out.
This was ear candy.
ps, Kenny, very good to see you here.
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Re:SMB - 'Mary-Ellen is Only Sleeping'
2011/03/02 08:16:08
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Philip
a Sweet-Melissal event, I'd say
No idea what that means Philip, but thanks!  Glad you liked it Bob, thank you. James
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Re:SMB - 'Mary-Ellen is Only Sleeping'
2011/03/04 13:25:36
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Re:SMB - 'Mary-Ellen is Only Sleeping'
2011/03/04 20:58:06
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Very nice ethereal excursion. Glad to see you guys are still at the top of your game.
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Re:SMB - 'Mary-Ellen is Only Sleeping'
2011/03/04 21:29:24
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Re:SMB - 'Mary-Ellen is Only Sleeping'
2011/03/06 12:13:35
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JC, Greybeard, Reece...Thanks very much for the listen and comments!!
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Re:SMB - 'Mary-Ellen is Only Sleeping'
2011/03/07 10:12:54
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I finally got around to listening to this one... glad I did!! Sort of surreal vibe in parts mixed with peaceful moments, so it definite fits the "sleeping" title. The synth parts on this are great.
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Re:SMB - 'Mary-Ellen is Only Sleeping'
2011/03/07 10:39:19
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great work Larry and James. Quite the elaborate production.
Really enjoyed this one.
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Slow Marching Band
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Re:SMB - 'Mary-Ellen is Only Sleeping'
2011/03/07 12:58:55
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Dave, Tim - thanks very much guys, as always your support for our endeavours is greatly appreciated.
James
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Re:SMB - 'Mary-Ellen is Only Sleeping'
2011/03/07 19:15:37
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+ + + + 1 you guys are the REAL deal.
Nice to hear true talent and not all performance samples!
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Slow Marching Band
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Re:SMB - 'Mary-Ellen is Only Sleeping'
2011/03/08 12:23:19
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BIABDude
+ + + + 1 you guys are the REAL deal.
Nice to hear true talent and not all performance samples!
Thanks very much! James
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Re:SMB - 'Mary-Ellen is Only Sleeping'
2011/03/16 18:20:45
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Great to hear a new SMB track after a long break.
The intro made me think a lot of some of Tull's later stuff and i could just imagine Ian Anderson's vocals coming in.
The lead guitar as a whole was very Martin Barre to my ears. That's meant as a compliment.
The playing and production is well up to your usual exemplary high standards.
Wonderful composition and arrangement.
Excellent work guys.
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Re:SMB - 'Mary-Ellen is Only Sleeping'
2011/03/17 02:29:46
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Hey Blipp where you been buddy , miss having you around !
James
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