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You Saved My Life - Updated Remix 9-13-15
I posted this song a couple of years ago and just remixed it using some of the newer EFX I acquired since then. My goal was to expand the dynamic range as much as I think the production would allow. All comments and crits welcome. Rimshot Update: Remixed based on lead vocal comments below. Re-EQ'd it and changed compression and some reverb settings. Also played with the bottom end to try to compensate for what SoundCloud does to it! https://soundcloud.com/jimmy-saad/you-saved-my-life-remix-2a-9
post edited by Rimshot - 2015/09/13 15:01:59
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Re: You Saved My Life - Remix 9-12-15
2015/09/12 14:24:38
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☄ Helpfulby Rimshot 2015/09/13 10:37:41
Jimmy it was all good until the vox came in. Seems like too much depth on the vox verb. Listening on Sennheiser HD600s.
Come to think of it the rhythm guitar might be a tad too strong?
Overall a great song and mix Jimmy.
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Re: You Saved My Life - Remix 9-12-15
2015/09/12 14:59:08
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This is a really nice song and I enjoyed the listen.  I will leave others to comment about the mix as this really is not my genre to provide anything constructive.
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Re: You Saved My Life - Remix 9-12-15
2015/09/13 00:34:51
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Hi Jimmy, That was a most pleasant and enjoyable listening experience 
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Re: You Saved My Life - Remix 9-12-15
2015/09/13 10:26:26
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Hi Ed,
You are right about the lead vocal. I am remixing and will post an updated version soon.
Thanks much.
Jimmy
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Re: You Saved My Life - Remix 9-12-15
2015/09/13 10:27:11
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biodiode
This is a really nice song and I enjoyed the listen.
I will leave others to comment about the mix as this really is not my genre to provide anything constructive.
Thank you biodiode for the nice comments.
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Re: You Saved My Life - Remix 9-12-15
2015/09/13 10:28:26
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synkrotron
Hi Jimmy,
That was a most pleasant and enjoyable listening experience
Hi synkrotron, Thanks much for the nice words. It is very much appreciated!
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Re: You Saved My Life - Updated Remix 9-13-15
2015/09/13 21:49:48
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Great song. Tell me about the organ part. I really like how it comes in. What did you use.
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Re: You Saved My Life - Updated Remix 9-13-15
2015/09/14 05:31:10
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Thanks mrneil2.
I used the Rock Organ patch from Studio One's Presence synth.
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Re: You Saved My Life - Updated Remix 9-13-15
2015/09/14 20:10:32
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It really like this one! Has a great classic comfortable vibe to it. In addition to the song and talent, the mix is good too!
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Re: You Saved My Life - Updated Remix 9-13-15
2015/09/14 21:09:45
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Hey Starise, thank you so much. Those words picked me up after a long day at work!
I love your songs and production skills BTW. Your comments are much appreciated.
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Re: You Saved My Life - Updated Remix 9-13-15
2015/09/15 04:14:29
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Hi, Jimmy, I'm late to the party here and missed the first version, but I think this new mix sounds fantastic! Excellent songwriting, arranging and performances, great vocals and harmonies, and a crystal clear, fresh sounding mix. Dynamite work, Jimmy! Have a good one, buddy! Bob
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Re: You Saved My Life - Updated Remix 9-13-15
2015/09/15 18:51:00
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Thanks for the good words Bob! I appreciate your comments very much.
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Re: You Saved My Life - Updated Remix 9-13-15
2015/09/15 20:59:05
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Jimmy, I really dig this.
If I could make one recommendation - I love the organ. I think there are times it could be featured more, especially in places that it won't clash with the vocals. Maybe manipulate the drawbars (not sure if that's possible with the plug you used), to give it a color change, or put it through a leslie sim and automate that? Or a wah pedal could be cool. Something to just make it pop now and then.
Great work!
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Re: You Saved My Life - Updated Remix 9-13-15
2015/09/15 22:47:04
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This has a good feel all the way through. The mix comes across as very balanced! I'd agree, bringing the organ out front for a bit might be fun. Sounds like a very personal song and your message gets across. Nice job!
The chorus is a nice homage I think to a song that's not quite so church-y :) Makes for an interesting juxtaposition.
I also listened to your song "Let's Go" and I though that was terrific! Cool fretless bass on that one!
cheers,
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Re: You Saved My Life - Updated Remix 9-13-15
2015/09/16 09:24:37
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mesayre
Jimmy, I really dig this.
If I could make one recommendation - I love the organ. I think there are times it could be featured more, especially in places that it won't clash with the vocals. Maybe manipulate the drawbars (not sure if that's possible with the plug you used), to give it a color change, or put it through a leslie sim and automate that? Or a wah pedal could be cool. Something to just make it pop now and then.
Great work!
Thank you mesayre for your comments. This was a synth patch that does not have drawbars. Good ideas on changing it up a bit. My thought was of Procol Harem's "Whiter Shade of Pale" song which is one of my all time favorites. That organ part stayed very neutral throughout the song and it was it's notes and tone that made it happen for me. That was my goal for the organ part in my song. I am so glad you liked it!
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Re: You Saved My Life - Updated Remix 9-13-15
2015/09/16 09:27:17
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This has a good feel all the way through. The mix comes across as very balanced! I'd agree, bringing the organ out front for a bit might be fun. Sounds like a very personal song and your message gets across. Nice job!
The chorus is a nice homage I think to a song that's not quite so church-y :) Makes for an interesting juxtaposition.
I also listened to your song "Let's Go" and I though that was terrific! Cool fretless bass on that one!
cheers,
-Tom
Hi Tom. Thank you for listening and giving me your wonderful comments. I appreciate the "interesting juxtaposition" comment. You nailed it. Thanks for the nice words on "Let's Go" as well. It feels great when others like your work! Jimmy
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Re: You Saved My Life - Updated Remix 9-13-15
2015/09/16 11:47:32
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Rimshot,
Missed the first mix but this sounds really good. Good old classic rock vibe and nicely written song.
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Re: You Saved My Life - Updated Remix 9-13-15
2015/09/16 16:40:39
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Hey Mark, thanks for the listen. I am glad you liked it!
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Re: You Saved My Life - Updated Remix 9-13-15
2015/09/16 17:09:24
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Great tune! Very nicely performed and produced.
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Re: You Saved My Life - Updated Remix 9-13-15
2015/09/17 11:55:13
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Hey Grant - thank you for your nice comments!
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Re: You Saved My Life - Updated Remix 9-13-15
2015/09/17 13:35:29
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Jimmy, this is very soulfully sung and one of your best. The production is ready for the radio. This deserves a large audience.
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Re: You Saved My Life - Updated Remix 9-13-15
2015/09/17 15:03:29
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Nice open and punchy mix happening - sounds good. I like the stereo placement of everything.. works real well for me. Vocals sound good and everything just fits well.
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Re: You Saved My Life - Updated Remix 9-13-15
2015/09/18 09:29:47
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Lynn
Jimmy, this is very soulfully sung and one of your best. The production is ready for the radio. This deserves a large audience.
Hi Lynn. I am so glad you liked the song. Thanks for the nice words.
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Re: You Saved My Life - Updated Remix 9-13-15
2015/09/18 09:31:04
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stevec
Nice open and punchy mix happening - sounds good. I like the stereo placement of everything.. works real well for me. Vocals sound good and everything just fits well.
Hi Steve. Thanks much. I was hoping for "open and punchy" and you noticed that!
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Re: You Saved My Life - Updated Remix 9-13-15
2015/09/18 16:07:36
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Cool tune, Jimmy, and beautifully done. Reminded me a bit of a J. C. Mellenkamp kinda' thing. Mix sounded spot on to me.
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Re: You Saved My Life - Updated Remix 9-13-15
2015/09/18 16:13:02
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Good stuff Jimmy - love the harmonies on the chorus
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Re: You Saved My Life - Updated Remix 9-13-15
2015/09/19 09:29:15
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philz
Cool tune, Jimmy, and beautifully done. Reminded me a bit of a J. C. Mellenkamp kinda' thing. Mix sounded spot on to me.
Much thanks Phil. Good to know about the mix.
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Re: You Saved My Life - Updated Remix 9-13-15
2015/09/19 09:29:58
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daryl1968
Good stuff Jimmy - love the harmonies on the chorus
Hi Daryl, thank for the good words.
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