Originally Posted by E Swartz
Fde,

There aren't the volume of active members within the MP3/Lyric forums of the previous decade for sure. I used to offer much more constructive crits and my opinions for sure as did many others. In the long run what happens is you become "songwriter acquaintances/friends" and it just doesn't feel good to get that serious or worth the sometimes "flak" you get back. Real critics don't care about flak I suppose. I've certainly mellowed a bit about crits, but still do offer a few--not that I'm any expert however.

But Tom's song has interesting lyrics for me and his vocals always individual/distinct and REAL--sure a little melodyne hear and there could be beneficial, or maybe backing off (automation) the volume of the rhythm picking during the guitar solo. Most "original track songs" around here could be better arranged and use professional musicians/vox. But Tom's raw artistic talent shines through for me--even if I didn't like the song......I enjoy listening to "good raw" better than "highly produced boring" -- just say'n & JMO.

Tom's music style and vocal delivery remind me of a couple past posters--Mr. Nelson & Bobbie Wayne.

steady-eddie

Yeah... I could benefit with a professional studio. I'm just a guy in my little den area making quick and easy recordings. I hope that the writing is able to tell the story... I know my productions and musicianship isn't going to ring any bells.

Thanks for saying what you said.... sometimes, it's all we need to hear.