mcourter
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Not That Kind of Girl
Friends (and I mean that in a pre-Facebook sense), here's a new tune I'd like you to listen to. I picked up a midi controller (M-Audio Key Rig 49) a couple of months ago and had to put it to immediate use. Sure, I'm a raw, rank novice on keys, but I'm fearless: I even did a little lead work with it. In any event, I could sure use your ears. I've developed a bad case of tinnitus over the last few years, and can never be sure just what I'm hearing. I think the mix sounds pretty good, but you never know. I think of it as a romance tale for street thugs, a Romeo and Juliet for the criminal set. Here's the link: http://soundclick.com/share.cfm?id=11511857 Pianists, be kind. It's only through the wizardry of digital recording that I sound passable, and I know it. I hope y'all like it. Let me know what you think. Thanks Mark
A few guitars, a couple of basses, a MIDI controller, a mandolin, a banjo, a mic, PodFarm2 Unbridled Enthusiasm My music: www.Soundclick.com/markcourter
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mcourter
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Re:Not That Kind of Girl
2012/03/18 18:44:10
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And, after all this time I can't figure out why my paragraph breaks disappear.
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Re:Not That Kind of Girl
2012/03/18 19:56:51
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I put the Peon in Pianists... This has a strong Skynard vibe going on :-) That clean rhythem guitar in my right ear? I would bring it down a little in the mix, but I would also have it distorted :-)
Good southern rock here, good job.
"raw, rank and fearless? That's what I look for in a woman... They're always fun."
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Re:Not That Kind of Girl
2012/03/18 20:46:25
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Fun tune Mark.
Thanks for sharing.
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mcourter
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Re:Not That Kind of Girl
2012/03/18 21:04:41
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Thanks, Robby. The crunchy rhythm guitar is in your left ear but it blends in SO SEAMLESSLY with the left hand of the piano that ....uh....well, you get the picture.
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Re:Not That Kind of Girl
2012/03/18 21:05:45
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Thanks, Ed. It's an honor to share with a musician of your stature.
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Re:Not That Kind of Girl
2012/03/19 11:12:14
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yep - that was a fun tune, Mark!
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Re:Not That Kind of Girl
2012/03/19 11:28:31
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Nice song. The lyrics brought a smile to my lips. The overall mix was a little low in volume, and the drums could have been louder, too, but all in all a good job.
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Re:Not That Kind of Girl
2012/03/19 11:40:06
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mcourter
And, after all this time I can't figure out why my paragraph breaks disappear.
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Re:Not That Kind of Girl
2012/03/19 12:20:03
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Yup, fun song. Mix levels need to be concentrated on to leave more focus on the vox.
Good job.
Cian
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Re:Not That Kind of Girl
2012/03/19 13:20:42
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Cool tune, Mark. Personally, mix wise, I think a bit more punch in the mid range would make a difference, but other than that it sounded good.
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Re:Not That Kind of Girl
2012/03/19 15:20:22
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Good stuff Mark, lots of fun shining through. Weirdly perhaps, I got as little Meatloaf vibe from this 
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Re:Not That Kind of Girl
2012/03/19 18:51:35
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really cool performances and production, great to hear from you.
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Re:Not That Kind of Girl
2012/03/19 19:13:22
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What I'm going to say here will probably get dinged pretty good. NEEDS MORE BASS. LOL! I like this song, Mark, is it yours? Fun to listen to. I think there could be a bit of something in the mix that seems to be missing. I can't tell you what it is. Probably more bass. :-) Our last two songs have been bass heavy. I listened on phones and monitors. The problem is that someone else's ears might think there's plenty. It's all relative to the listener. No more babbling. Cool tune!
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Re:Not That Kind of Girl
2012/03/19 19:23:25
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GREAT tune! Had a classic rock vibe. Love your vocals and harmonies. What a catchy hook, KUDOS!
Kev
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mcourter
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Re:Not That Kind of Girl
2012/03/19 22:40:51
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People, thanks for listening, and I appreciate all the specific suggestions. furthermore, I agree with every one of them. It DOES need more bass....and a midrange boost....and more focus on the vox....but there's the rub, wot? Trying to balance each element without sacrificing another. and each set of speakers gives you a different response. I suppose it all keeps me out of trouble, though.
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Re:Not That Kind of Girl
2012/03/19 22:43:25
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Hey nice one Mark. You captured that vintage rock 'n roll feel. Thanks for posting.
Freddy J
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Re:Not That Kind of Girl
2012/03/20 04:30:47
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Hey, Mark, Very cool and fun sounding song! Great songwriting, clever lyrics and excellent performances as always. I've also got the same midi controller. You should have a lot of fun using it to experiment with all of the soft synths that came with Sonar. Very nice work, Mark, good stuff, buddy!  Bob
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mcourter
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Re:Not That Kind of Girl
2012/03/20 21:34:54
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Thanks, Freddy, you should know! Bob, glad you liked it, but I sure could use some of your tone! Well, maybe not on this one. And, sure, it's a blast playing with the synths.
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SteveStrummerUK
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Re:Not That Kind of Girl
2012/03/27 06:59:31
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Hey there Mark - cool song my friend, rocks along very nicely
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Re:Not That Kind of Girl
2012/03/29 16:33:43
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this is the sort of tune you need to be a few beers in to appreciate... fortunately i have been imbibing in the local hostelry today and so i can say i love it mark! great vocal performance and i like the interpLAy between guitar and keys. yes mix needs a bit of a tweak but the essence is here
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Re:Not That Kind of Girl
2012/03/29 19:29:17
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hi mark cool song nice mix thanks for sharing eric
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mcourter
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Re:Not That Kind of Girl
2012/03/31 12:26:53
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Thanks Steve...you saved me from the dreaded page 2. Mark, a couple of brews definitely helps. thanks for the comment on the keys and guitar; I was thinking I was pretty clever there. Glad to share, Eric....gotta have an audience.
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Re:Not That Kind of Girl
2012/03/31 15:08:13
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Fun and "Seger"esque, sweet!!
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Re:Not That Kind of Girl
2012/04/01 12:32:57
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6s: Thank you for the encouragement. fun is what it's all about
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Re:Not That Kind of Girl
2012/04/01 21:55:14
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cool song Mark... I like it...
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Re:Not That Kind of Girl
2012/04/01 22:21:21
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mcourter
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Re:Not That Kind of Girl
2012/04/07 12:22:15
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Thanks, Nat. Janet, I can only hope the piano part wasn't too embarrassing. I'll get better.
A few guitars, a couple of basses, a MIDI controller, a mandolin, a banjo, a mic, PodFarm2 Unbridled Enthusiasm My music: www.Soundclick.com/markcourter
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