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  • Just Think Of Yourself (p.2)
2016/02/29 22:17:19
Freddy J
Hi Daryl.  Thanks for the listen and feedback.  I'm going to have to go back to the working file and see what I did on the vocal.  On more uptempo songs I normally record vocals with a bit of verb using the Boss DD-5 box.  I know that is not very bright but I just can't find a plug-in effects application that I like.  I thought that I was recording it dry but maybe I did indeed use or mis-use the Boss.  Thanks again for the input.
 
Thanks Jesse.  I was trying to keep this one in a more simple Rock 'n Roll style.  I think that a lot of us have experienced situations where we have found ourselves not even in consideration by the Alpha personality.  I appreciate your taking the time to listen and comment.
 
Hi Tony.  Thanks for the kind words.  When I go back to the file to listen to the vocals, I'll try and pump up the kick a bit.  Thanks again.
 
Hey Steve.  Thank you.  Ya, the song is not really the Blues, and it's not really Rockabilly --- maybe the fictitious Bluesabilly genre would capture it?.!?  I appreciate your feedback and will be working on the fixes.
 
Hi Bob: In listening to this number again, I think that I am in agreement with you.  The bass does tend to dominate and needs to be brought down a bit.  Perhaps by adjusting the kick and EQ'ing a bit more bass (or less treble) to the mixdown,  I might address some of the other suggestions (except the verb -- I'm going to have to figure that one out).  Thanks for the input.
 
Thank you Bats.  There obviously must be a problem with the vocal slap-back since I have had so many comments concerning it.  I appreciate your comments and I'll be working on it.
 
Hi John.  I always appreciate it when your furry ears give a listen to one of my attempts at music and I always appreciate your feedback.  I'll be working on those things.  Thanks again!!
 
Hey Mark.  I haven't seen you on the forum for a while.  I've been looking for some Pugtones or Mark tunes!
Thank you very much for the very kind and encouraging words my friend.  BTW payment is in the mail.
 
Hi Robert.  Thank you.  I grew up on Rockabilly, Blues, and Rock 'n Roll and just love the stuff.  I had the pleasure of attending the WMNF Rockabilly Ruckus last Saturday night and am I ever humbled.  Most of the Rockabilly lead guitarist had skills and chops that I will never be able to approach.  Thanks again for listening and for your comments.
2016/03/02 08:41:26
jamesg1213
Nice one Freddy. Over the years you've really developed a style - a bit rock and roll/rockabilly, a bit country, a little quirky - but all your own.
2016/03/03 02:59:13
RussjWhite
Hi Freddy,
 
Thanks for sharing your music with us. :) The few crits I have is that the balance to me seems to pull me to the left, its a bit weighted to that direction, most likely because of there is more bass on the left and not enough high to help smooth that out. Little bit more snap on the snare. Other than that good work. I like Jamesg blurb " a bit rock and roll/rockabilly, a bit country, a little quirky ". very fitting.
2016/03/09 17:20:33
Freddy J
Hi James.  Quirky -----  I have heard that before.  I guess I will have to take ownership of that phrase  :>)  Thanks for listening and for the kind comments.
 
Hi Russ.  I haven't gotten a chance to go back and make changes to this yet (too many distractions).  When I do, I'll be sure to take your comments to heart.  I appreciate your suggestions and thank you for listening.  It has been confirmed --- I must be quirky (lol) :>) 
2016/03/09 19:10:14
Leizer
Liked it! Maybe loose the hihat a little bit to sound a little more rocknroll? Other than that I think its fine. The style, lyrics and singing is money. :)
2016/03/13 06:14:10
kennywtelejazz
Freddy ,
 
Well you certainly have your own thing going on musically it is cool ..
 
Every time I have listened to one of your tunes it has a unique Freddy Vibe going on ...
While I was listening I read some of the feedback in your thread  , Yeah it's all valid ...
 
The main thing for me is to honor your creativity and the fact that you are doing your own thing On your own terms.
 
That's what I respect the most ...all the other stuff ain't much of a big thing to deal with
 
all the best ,
 
Kenny
2016/03/13 21:05:28
String Jammer
I loved it!
2016/03/14 15:46:19
bapu
Typical Freddy J.
 
Quirky, delicious and infectious at the same time.
 
That nasty bass keeps it all together IMO.
2016/03/14 21:49:32
Tap
Sounds like you from the start..... Love that dirty Bass! It stands out a bit but it is very distinctive at the same time. Guitar solo mates up with the Bass perfectly.  Wondering what the vocals would sound like with a little less delay.  I love to use delay on vocals and find that dialing it back at judicious times is an incredibly effective way to emphasize certain phrases bringing them  in your face in a subtle way and equally effective in pushing them back when the delay is dialed up. Great stuff !!!! 
2016/03/15 16:12:44
rbecker
Just noticed the dust jacket art, or whatever they call it now - funny as heck. 
 
Hey...All your art is eye-catching. Where does it come from?
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