These are all really great responses, folks! I suppose a 10% ratio is quite good... Never really viewed it that way before. In fact, I'm taking something constructive away from each one of your replies. It's revitalizing to know I can always stop by here for inspiration and other points of view.

Keeping my songs simple, yet still original and interesting has been the biggest challenge of my career. The kind of challenge that will always bring a certain childish grin to my face.

Thanks for your input, everyone!

And special thanks to Addison Cade for introducing me to this incredible site. Great to be here!

- Elmore.

Last edited by Elmore Slade; 02/27/12 08:18 PM.