bayoubill
I liked it. IMHO, I would have brought out the drive in the percussion more but that's a difference in taste. I also felt that the percussion section could have been introduced as a theme (like the intro)
It's fine as is  though Walt! You give me Ideas, as do all your recordings, on how to use the soft synths!! Thanks for the post!

Thanks Bill.  I just listened to a few of your songs - you're a talented guitarist and songwriter/arranger!  And your style is very versatile.  I loved your Testify cover, as well as your bebop tribute song "John L" right next to it!  I don't hear much synth on your tracks though.  I'm curious what your Ideas might come up with. :)
 
As for this song, I don't understand which percussion you're referring to... do you mean the drumbeat that starts around 0:56?  Or maybe the synth arpeggio that comes in around 1:13?  Or possibly the "war drums" section that comes in around 2:28?

rebel007
It all sounds good to me. I like disharmonies created by the changing chords.

Thanks Mr. Collins. :)  Me too.
 
PS - My wife is from Bendigo, and we're both huge Geelong Cats fans. :P

BBB
Many elements of the mix that I like - everything fits together well, and the composition is nice.
 
The synth that comes in at 1:13 seems to be the highlight of the middle part of the song. It conveys a good energy. I think it would liven up the mix if it were a bit brighter. Maybe through EQ, or maybe by mixing in a second more bright synth. Just something to consider.

Thanks BBB.  I will consider your thoughts as it seems this song is not quite finished after all. :)

Sorry I should have specified and please don't think I was criticizing the piece. I was talking about 1:30 and the volume basically and at 2:28 for introducing the war drums and developing a predominate( not volume wise) drum pattern. I remember looking at the title as it played and not feeling it as an American Indian rhythm. But, it is just fine like Wookie said there's absolutely nothing wrong with the mix or the arrangement! I admire your work and I have learned from listening!

bayoubill
Sorry I should have specified and please don't think I was criticizing the piece. I was talking about 1:30 and the volume basically and at 2:28 for introducing the war drums and developing a predominate( not volume wise) drum pattern. I remember looking at the title as it played and not feeling it as an American Indian rhythm. But, it is just fine like Wookie said there's absolutely nothing wrong with the mix or the arrangement! I admire your work and I have learned from listening!

That is good criticism!  I'm here to learn, so please don't apologize for helping me do so. :)  I appreciate honest opinions, even if (perhaps especially if) they aren't favorable.
 
And, by the way, you're quite right about it not being an authentic American Indian rhythm.  I will look into that and see if maybe I can find a good example to draw from and possibly re-do it.  I wanted it to sound authentic, but it's good to be aware that it didn't work, so I can make that part better.  Thank you! :)

Very cool tune. Looking forward to the finished product.

Scottytunes
Very cool tune. Looking forward to the finished product.

Thanks for listening Scotty.  I will of course post here when there's a revision.

Sounds good as is to me. You always have cool ideas and this song continues with that trend.

Pilgrims and... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OX7IbaAGzxk
 

Hey Walt!
 
This sounds very nice, but I agree that some sort of lead is missing in the middle section. Without that, it sounds like a soundtrack to a game (I'm thinking it reminds me strongly of the first Deus Ex, for reference). The mix, as usual, is excellent! Nice job on the transitions as well!
 
Regards,
Dan