Mark, I really appreciate you kind comments. You've been doing pretty well for yourself, too.
John, after listening to you latest productions, I have to pay you your respects. I'd like to know what kind of headphones you are using so that I can hear it like you do. I did run the vocal through a light chorus that spreads the vocal over the center of the stereo field. Rather than use my harmonic exciter, I boosted the EQ @ 5kz to avoid harshness. As for the percussion, it could come up a db or two. Thank you for you insightful and detailed analysis.
Frank, honestly, your own production skills have impressed and influenced me several times. I'm just trying to keep it as organic as you seem to do effortlessly.
Bob, the same thing I said about Frank applies to you, as well. Your consistency is what I hope to achieve.
Scott, thanks for dropping in and contributing with your kind words. We may be neighbors, as I live in the Emerald City.