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New song - Every Now and Then (mix rev A)
Hi all, I haven't posted a new song in a while but figured it was time for something different... No time signature changes, synths or world instruments this time around, just a fairly straight-ahead rock song. And I finally put my big-boy pants on and recorded some vocals for the first time in... well, quite a while.  Hopefully it comes across OK! https://soundcloud.com/steve-cocchi/every-now-and-then Edit: I just uploaded a remixed version to the same location. I used everyone's input to try and bring the vocals forward without necessarily making them "pop" loud, so hopefully this is better.  Things I changed: Lowered the direct signals for the snare, kick and toms, added some volume envelope edits to the lead vocals, added a reverb send with a different (and "clearer") Rematrix IR to the vocal bus, and finally, used MDynamicEQ to have the vocal bus compress the guitar bus using three key frequency ranges.
post edited by stevec - 2015/04/08 19:05:46
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Re: New song - Every Now and Then
2015/03/17 17:02:15
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stevec
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Re: New song - Every Now and Then
2015/03/17 21:42:13
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Re: New song - Every Now and Then
2015/03/17 22:36:18
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OK, nice! Your melody choices are unconventional and it comes across (to my ears) as a mix between some '50's doo-wop, and early Genesis (Lamb) - not in the content, but the quirky structure. Definitely different and a good effort I think!
Mix-wise, I think your electric guitar kind of buries the clarity of your vocal, which you might push forward a tad.
I liked the suddenly nutty piano part, a cool add.
thanks for the share!
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Re: New song - Every Now and Then
2015/03/17 23:10:33
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Thanks for sharing! Your vocals are buried a bit and it's hard to understand the lyrics. I like the song!
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stevec
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Re: New song - Every Now and Then
2015/03/18 07:58:01
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@ Tom - thanks for listening. I wouldn't have thought 50's doo-wop or early Genesis, but I can certainly accept the latter. I guess it does make a difference when one already hears the vocals despite their level in the mix, so I'll need to go back with fresh ears. I'll leave the piano nuts as-is. @ Bayou - thanks! That's two votes for the vocals being a bit buried so I'll have to rethink where they are. I guess not having recorded vocals for a few years has that unintentional side-effect...  
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Re: New song - Every Now and Then
2015/03/18 08:40:22
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In my opinion it seems that the kick and snare and toms are overpowering the rest of the the mix.
I like the tune.
Nice guitar work.
Toward the end to vocals seem a bit covered up.
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Re: New song - Every Now and Then
2015/03/18 10:03:27
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As noted the mix could do with a few tweaks, to me the Vocal actually sounds in a different space to the rest which may be why it is sounding a tad on the buried side.
Thanks for sharing will keep any eye out for the remix.
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Re: New song - Every Now and Then
2015/03/18 12:12:46
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Re: New song - Every Now and Then
2015/03/18 13:53:28
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@Tom - thanks, I appreciate the reply. I do like the Black Velvet kit so it may have factored into the levels... I'll have to do a bit of review/tweaking there as well. The guitars are all using Craig's new FX Chains! @Wookie - thanks, furry dude. I can certainly back off a little on the reverb + delay on the vocals to see if there is more cohesion with the instruments. Technically they were recorded in a different space since they're live, but you're not supposed to know that. @Gary - thanks! I appreciate that.
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Re: New song - Every Now and Then
2015/03/18 16:17:09
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This is a cool song, and, if you bring the vocal up a notch or two, then it will shine. It could easily be as loud as the lead guitar. All in all, this was fun to listen to and has a great, vintage vibe.
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Re: New song - Every Now and Then
2015/03/19 08:12:47
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I like it Steve! I think Lynn is right about bumping the vocals just a touch. I like the dynamic quality on this. It reminds me of the way it used to be, starting off kind of reserved in volume, then building in strength throughout the song. I especially like the song after the 3:00 mark. There's some nice guitar going on there. Nice job!
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Re: New song - Every Now and Then
2015/03/19 10:18:17
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Your tune took me right back to the fun times I had in the 70's! I agree about a few mix tweaks...vox level, drums, etc.
Cool and quirky!!
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Re: New song - Every Now and Then
2015/03/19 14:32:30
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@Lynn - Thanks, I appreciate the input, and the vintage comment. It seems the vocals have it on this mix. So my mission, if I choose to accept it... @Bob - Thanks, and yes, having linear dynamics was definitely a big part of what I wanted to do. I'm glad that last section came across; it was supposed to emulate that classic rock "big ending" thing, as best I could. @Tony - Yeah, I remember the 70's, sorta. But it was definitely an inspiration. Cool and quirky works for me!
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Re: New song - Every Now and Then
2015/03/19 16:05:19
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I get that vintage ('70's sound) also. I agree with Lynn. Bring up the vocals a bit and you have a really good one going here.
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Re: New song - Every Now and Then
2015/03/20 08:56:14
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Thanks, Freddy. I'll certainly be doing some tweaking to get the vocals to pop a bit more.
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Re: New song - Every Now and Then
2015/04/08 19:01:06
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OK, I've made some changes as noted in the OP using everyone's suggestions. Much appreciated!
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Re: New song - Every Now and Then
2015/04/09 11:00:48
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I like that little build about 2:00. It is a straight ahead rock song that twists and turns. Quite interesting. The guys are giving their best crits and fixes so I won't. They are all better at that than I am. i am commenting on the song which I think is very interesting and far from simple. It's good work, Steve.
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Re: New song - Every Now and Then
2015/04/09 13:08:22
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Enjoyed the tune, loved the lead guitar break.
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Re: New song - Every Now and Then
2015/04/09 15:34:55
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@ Warren - thanks, I appreciate the comments. And yeah, I often have a difficult time not doing twists and turns. @Phil - I'm glad you enjoyed it. The guitar parts at the end were certainly fun to do!
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Re: New song - Every Now and Then
2015/04/09 17:11:45
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Nice job on this. I like all the twists and turns , keeps you focused in on it. Mix sounds good to my ears.
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Re: New song - Every Now and Then
2015/04/09 18:44:24
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Thanks, Monty! I appreciate it.
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