General Music Chat

I won't take offense if you don't like my music, but I'm curious to hear what other musicians think of this project. The lead guitar's a bit out of tune and the vocals sound a bit flat from bad acoustics, since it was all done in my living room on a mac, but you get the idea. Opinions wanted, and thank you all who listen!

I like the music Steve.
Not going to go into any production related critique as it would serve only to reflect your disclaimers.
The first tune on your profile I enjoyed the most actually. It is difficult for me to listen to without my mind inserting the missing crunchy guitar at the crescendos but that's just how I would do it. No reflection on you.
I will make this little notation about production on the second song.
The left right pan was seemingly so random as to be ineffectual and basically left the whole song un listenable for me.
Perhaps if used more artfully it would serve as a beneficial effect for the song.

Thanks for posting the music.

thank you! the first song will be done with a full band, electric guitars and all... the 2nd song will keep the acoustic vibe, but will be improved immensely for the album. I apologize for the panning, I must have uploaded the wrong version... I'll get another up there soon. My brother thought it'd be a good effect, like you, I disagreed. These songs as well as 10 more will be released on a record label I can't mention until everything is signed and on an lp entitled "Chapter 1: The Invitation" by Sleepy California

I could see the pan used to separate some of the lyrical content in a call / response type effect. Sometimes less is more.

Looking forward to hearing more of your music.

Steve,

I also liked the first song.

But the first thing that struck me was the lead on the acoustic intro felt a bit belabored. Rather like you were concentrating on getting it right as opposed to putting feeling into each note. Those notes lacked personality, so to speak, in my hearing. But it could just be me.

Then again, I read your bio first, and maybe that caused my expectations to be greater. It does happen, you know.

Better to speak softly and carry a big pick.

I had the volume up on my phones so when the whole band came in it got me.

Steve I liked both of them mate. The second one your voice is too subdued to really make a good reply but I do like the melody's you are creating.
So Soft is really nice.

I played in a band for years with a Rick Jacques here in the Kansas City area. Are you related?

What happened?

Bob i think that might have been him, since he has since ran away..

lol

Mayhaps there's a story here? Maybe not..

You lost me with "no druggies".

Also the first one is a ripoff of Moonlight Sonata without the wicked flow.

Your description starts about how awesome you are and you play festivals, (where many but of coarse not all, are using recreational drugs).

Then you go on to say: no drama, no druggies, no egos.

I am glad you said you will not get offended by other musicians honest opinions, because I honestly think you are a douche.

You lost me with "no druggies".

Also the first one is a ripoff of Moonlight Sonata without the wicked flow.

Your description starts about how awesome you are and you play festivals, (where many but of coarse not all, are using recreational drugs).

Then you go on to say: no drama, no druggies, no egos.

I am glad you said you will not get offended by other musicians honest opinions, because I honestly think you are a douche.

Aw come on FunkDealer, quit holding back and beating around the bush. Just tell him how you really feel.

I played in a band for years with a Rick Jacques here in the Kansas City area. Are you related?

not related.

You lost me with "no druggies".

Also the first one is a ripoff of Moonlight Sonata without the wicked flow.

Your description starts about how awesome you are and you play festivals, (where many but of coarse not all, are using recreational drugs).

Then you go on to say: no drama, no druggies, no egos.

I am glad you said you will not get offended by other musicians honest opinions, because I honestly think you are a douche.

I believe what I really said was I wouldn't be offended by the opinions of my music, but obviously you're an idiot and misconstrued it all. also, I've never heard of moonlight sonata, so no, it's not a rip-off. I've listed places and accomplishments, which is not cause for saying "hey, look, i'm famous and cool" and what type of festivals are you going to? obviously Ohio, all that corn smoke's gone to your head because you are for sure, the definition of an idiot. Go smoke pot and listen to phish with all the other middle aged men still pretending they're frat boys

thank you everyone who gave an opinion on the songs... it does mean a lot, I know the production isn't great, new recordings will be up soon.

Hmmm...without an avatar or a link, I can't seem to access your profile, now.

I'll bet it's this Mozilla thingie...