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Songwriter Forum => Feedback on Finished songs => Topic started by: pompeyjazz on October 18, 2019, 09:16:59 AM
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I find that there are so many different starting points for writing a song. This one originated from a bass riff that I had banging around my head and developed from there. It kind of morphed into bit of a nod to Barrie Masters of Eddie and The Hot Rods - "Do What You Want To Do" - Anyway, I hope it captures that kind of energy :)
When I went to school it was a lonely place
Had mud kicked in my face
What a lesson learned
Then I grew up and found out the plan
Life's lessons made you a man
Undeterred
Anything you want to you can do
Ain't nobody stopping you
Don't let anybody put you down
Just fight back and turn your life around
Went to work in a factory
Slaving for the company
Day and night
Pushing for productivity
Yes, it's down to you and me
Fight the fight
Anything you want to you can do
Ain't nobody stopping you
Don't let anybody put you down
Just fight back and turn your life around
Do what they say
Don't get in the way
You'll work it out some day
Anything you want to you can do
Ain't nobody stopping you
Don't let anybody put you down
Just fight back and turn your life around
(c) Bradley - 2019
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Live band sound goin on here John, great bass sound and love the brass stabs (sounds like anyway ) bags of energy captured very well with your production..up front vox sets the song off great....nostoppinyaisthere!!! :) :) :) 8) 8) 8)
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@pompeyjazz (http://www.songwriterforum.co.uk/index.php?action=profile;u=20269) - Superb bass sound, Stranglers to a Tee, LVox could have been even more balls out, total shouting wouldn't sound out of place, one does feel an utter pillock when tracking, but easy to go off beam...
Very nice John.
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Hi John, great energy, I agree with CPM about the Stranglers vibe, very Jean Jacque sounding Bass! Liked the harmonics under the brass stabs. Yes def a punk flavour to this.
Good stuff, always sounds good, great production.
Cheers
Jamie
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Caught this yesterday, was still humming it last night. Great sound going on here - great energy as has been noted and gotta love that bassline - another quality track from the PJ magic song factory! Great stuff altogether!
K
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Hey Mr pomp’s,
Love the bass line, you tell that was the instigator.
Vocals are sounding sharp, you’re developing a real Rod Stewart tone these days.
Personal preference, I think I’d have liked the horns balanced up on both sides, or maybe som alternate panning.
Nice track though man.
Yodasdad
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Ya gotta give that bass guitarist a raise man - what a talent ;)
Great punky sound - your vox totally suit this song.
Enjoyed the ride (and the hat too!)
Paul
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Yo @pompeyjazz (http://www.songwriterforum.co.uk/index.php?action=profile;u=20269)
Awesome opening sequence John,straight in and grabs the listener by the closest appendage!
Love that ringing guitar sound. Full of New Wave goodness. Quite a thumping live feel too. Dig that Tele neck being bent!
Magic stuff. 8)
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Yessir, that's a bassline to be proud of. I love the super chunky sound of it. Great track all round and I dug the positivity of the lyrics too.
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Like so many other comments the bass kicks ass!! Great vocal also .....and some super guitar solo
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John,
Liking the energy of the bass and drum. Enjoyed the guitar work and your vocal performance.
I love power pop, I'm getting the motors in there somewhere too.
My only thought is around the title, I think it should be something from the chorus
Cool
:-)
neil
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How do, John
Bass just about manages to steal the show ahead of the brilliant vocal...in fact, it's a perfect storm of sound. We play "do anything you wanna do" every week - so I was bound to love this...and sure enough...
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Great bass-line, great guitar, and fantastic vocal delivery, John! Nicely done :)
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A feel good song. One day I will write one of those (actually probably I won't).
Sounds like you had fun with it and that transmits. I could see myself bopping along to this at a festival... Cool!
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Great motivational song. Lots of stubborn energy, perfect dynamics. Those short tones and breaks enhanced powerful impression.
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Wow. Really enjoyed this!
Sounds really inspired
It's got it all
And then comes the breakdown
Uplifting song.
Well done pompey!
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We all LOVE the bass! John. Would be great if you can share the secret of that muscular sound. Is it live? If that bass is synthetic I want to know the source NOW!!!!
This is a great example of how you can build a song around a dynamic bass. Far too many songwriters deploy the bass with function over form. Great sound. I love any sound that is faguely Fall like and this certainly is. V much enjoyed.
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A big thank you to you all for your feedback on this number. @mickyplankton (http://www.songwriterforum.co.uk/index.php?action=profile;u=20769) to answer your question regarding the bass sound, I play all of the instruments "live" and record them dry DI through my audio interface into the DAW. I then apply the FX to them post recording. This way, If I don't like a particular amp sim, I can change it. The bass sound here is created by applying one of the Guitar Rig bass amp presets (Vintage Bass) I've then run it through the Neutron Elements track assistant to apply EQ and comp. This is more or less my usual process for the majority of stuff that I record :)
Thank you all once again
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Hi Pomps
Kicks ass this track, love the bass and vocal delivery is defo the pompster, class.
Only thing for me I thought the mix pumped a bit, prob too much bus comp at mastering stage and the vocal was a little upront for me, but hey, thats a taste thing. IMHO
back to the song, hell yeh, driving me along, energy, top work fella.
Your tracks mate, have so much to say, great writing dude.
Andy
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Cheers @Cawproductions (http://www.songwriterforum.co.uk/index.php?action=profile;u=20938) Andy & Mikey. Always appreciate your feedback especially on mix related issues :)
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No probs Pomps.
a mix is such a personal thing, I think its great to get your hard work out there and get loads of opinions, then sift through and take what you feel is good info,
But hey, I am no pro mixing guy, so if this is the sound that you were going for then I tip my hat to you good sir.
Bangin tune Mr P
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@Cawproductions (http://www.songwriterforum.co.uk/index.php?action=profile;u=20938) Your mixes are always top quality so always open for any tips although as you say it's a pretty subjective subject !
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Thank you Pomps.
My mixes are like marmite.....