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« on: December 02, 2016, 06:14:37 AM »
Here's a new one that I hope you all like.
Any and all comments are welcome, and as usual, all first impressions are appreciated!
Thanks, in advance.
                                                8)-Tom

“All By Myself”
by Tom Tognaci

http://soundclick.com/share.cfm?id=10203714

I deal with the loneliness
Like combing fresh cut hair
I convince myself that I’m alright
I can deal with the solitude
And the echo from upstairs
Now that the ghost is gone, I’m alright

I’d rather be alone and by myself
Than to be alone, while being with someone else
All by myself
Stowed way up high on some dusty shelf
All by myself
Just me, an island, unto itself

Some nights I reminisce
Back and forth in this old chair
Is it worth the lament?….is it really fair?
Black and blue is the emptiness
With a woman who can’t care
One thing that stands out, now, completely clear

I’d rather be alone and by myself
Than to be alone, while being with someone else
All by myself
Stowed way up high on some dusty shelf
All by myself
Just me, an island, unto itself

Some nights I reminisce
Back and forth in this old chair
Is it worth the lament?….is it really fair?
All I need is my poetry
And the music that I play
To stretch these untamed wings and fly away
« Last Edit: December 06, 2016, 12:58:36 PM by IronKnee »
"I know the truth, by my struggle against it"
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« Reply #1 on: December 02, 2016, 01:18:10 PM »
Beautifully recorded. Lovely harmonies, too. I like the verses more than I like the chorus, but I expect I'll be the exception - I just love the verses, so much. There's a lovely feel, the rhythms in the vocals are spot on. Very good indeed. But I'd expect nothing less :-)
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« Reply #2 on: December 02, 2016, 03:42:36 PM »
Classy,classy stuff Tom.

Harmonies are gorgeous. Do you use a harmoniser or just multitrack your vocals?

A lovely listen with no criticism from me at all.

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« Reply #3 on: December 02, 2016, 05:10:01 PM »
I, too, love the harmonies. I always love good harmonies. I would harmonize pretty much everything, if I could.

My favorite part is the first verse, especially the line "Like combing fresh cut hair". I didn't get it at first, thinking, "What does it mean to deal with loneliness like combing fresh cut hair?" Then I put it all together and now, to me, it means you convince yourself you'll be all right, which is like convincing yourself your fresh haircut will be okay, once you get used to it. Did I get it? ;D

No nits from me. Nice one! Again.

Vicki

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« Reply #4 on: December 03, 2016, 10:56:09 AM »
It's a good song, but I'd advise against using the title of another well-known song.  I know there's no copyright on song titles but I can't be the only person who immediately thought of the Eric Carmen song based on the Rachmaninoff piano concerto when I saw your title (notably covered by Celine Dion).  I don't actually like that song very much and prefer yours!

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« Reply #5 on: December 03, 2016, 04:07:31 PM »
Hi Tom,

Beautifully played acoustic and gorgeous harmonies are the highlights for me. I also prefer the verses to the choruses but I still love both. This reminded me of early solo Stephen Stills which is just about as good as it gets IMHO. Such a beautiful track and exactly the sort of music I choose to listen to at home. Totally wonderful in every way.

M

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« Reply #6 on: December 04, 2016, 02:59:42 AM »
Beautifully recorded. Lovely harmonies, too. I like the verses more than I like the chorus, but I expect I'll be the exception - I just love the verses, so much. There's a lovely feel, the rhythms in the vocals are spot on. Very good indeed. But I'd expect nothing less :-)

Hi Delb0y....thanks for stopping by. The chorus is the inspiration behind the writing of the verses. I'm surprised that the verses are more appealing ???  Why ?
Feel free to Pm me, or simply clarify in this thread  ;D
Thanks, again!

Classy,classy stuff Tom.

Harmonies are gorgeous. Do you use a harmoniser or just multitrack your vocals?

A lovely listen with no criticism from me at all.

Hi Skub....Thank you very much for listening and commenting!
I simply record accompanying tracks  ;)
I don't work with complicated equipment that short cuts any musical process. I play while I record....which is the reason why my productions are usually way under snuff!! :o

I, too, love the harmonies. I always love good harmonies. I would harmonize pretty much everything, if I could.

My favorite part is the first verse, especially the line "Like combing fresh cut hair". I didn't get it at first, thinking, "What does it mean to deal with loneliness like combing fresh cut hair?" Then I put it all together and now, to me, it means you convince yourself you'll be all right, which is like convincing yourself your fresh haircut will be okay, once you get used to it. Did I get it? ;D

No nits from me. Nice one! Again.

Vicki

You love the harmonies, but you favor the verses  ??? I don't get it  :)
I'm glad you like it Vickie, and thank you very much for the attention!
And yes.....you are spot on with the meaning of my lyrics. True life experience and feeling  ;D
"I know the truth, by my struggle against it"
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« Reply #7 on: December 04, 2016, 04:11:37 AM »
You love the harmonies, but you favor the verses  ??? I don't get it  :)
Oh...oops--I didn't mean to say it that way...that line is my favorite of the words, but I like the harmonies of the chorus best for the music.

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« Reply #8 on: December 04, 2016, 04:46:39 PM »
Hi Tom

Great vocals and harmonies - and I liked the stereo echo effect.
Lyrics are really unique and thoughtful as well - good job.
I don't prefer the verses - it's all good IMO, but I would have cut the first chorus in half in the  arrangement. I don't know why exactly, but that's what I would do.

Nice song!
Paul

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« Reply #9 on: December 04, 2016, 08:09:43 PM »
Great song Tom.


Have played this many times.


My favourite one of yours.


Sandeep

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« Reply #10 on: December 04, 2016, 08:27:41 PM »
Hey Tom,

Not sure which component it is which makes this stand out, maybe a wonderful coming together of them all?

Great guitar and melody, and lovely pace to it too. I'm getting a 'The Who' vibe personally, in it's epic understated delivery and great production and story.

Nothing constructive sorry, wouldn't change a thing.

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« Reply #11 on: December 05, 2016, 05:21:59 PM »
Hi Tom,

Cool song.
The vocals sound great.
The verses really are very strong. I just like the way the vocal works both in melody and how you've produced it.
The chorus is hooky and totally works, but I'm another for the verse.

Guitar provides a perfect backdrop.

Quality.

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« Reply #12 on: December 05, 2016, 06:32:36 PM »
Yo!

A Loggins/Messina vocal and harmonic feel....Nice fingerpicking glue...rollin' along tying it all together..... I keep waiting for a drum track to lift the energy a bit....doesn't need it, but I'm hearing it ...Excellent tune!

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« Reply #13 on: December 06, 2016, 02:50:47 AM »
It's a good song, but I'd advise against using the title of another well-known song.  I know there's no copyright on song titles but I can't be the only person who immediately thought of the Eric Carmen song based on the Rachmaninoff piano concerto when I saw your title (notably covered by Celine Dion).  I don't actually like that song very much and prefer yours!

Hello Guy..........thanks for stopping by!  I just couldn't get away from the given title........it just fits too well.
I don't like to use titles that have already been used.....especially, ones that belong to iconic tunes.
But....if the shoe fits!  8)

Hi Tom,

Beautifully played acoustic and gorgeous harmonies are the highlights for me. I also prefer the verses to the choruses but I still love both. This reminded me of early solo Stephen Stills which is just about as good as it gets IMHO. Such a beautiful track and exactly the sort of music I choose to listen to at home. Totally wonderful in every way.

M

It's always a pleasure to hear your generous and supportive commentary..........it is very much appreciated. Thanks Monty  ;D
Do you prefer the verses to the chorus, in general.....or, is there something lyrically, or melodically, that stands out?  :)

Great song Tom.


Have played this many times.


My favourite one of yours.


Sandeep

Thanks Sandeep......this just might be my favorite, as well......just maybe  ;)

Hi Tom

Great vocals and harmonies - and I liked the stereo echo effect.
Lyrics are really unique and thoughtful as well - good job.
I don't prefer the verses - it's all good IMO, but I would have cut the first chorus in half in the  arrangement. I don't know why exactly, but that's what I would do.

Nice song!
Paul

Hi Paul...thanks for stopping by  ;D
Interesting idea with shortening the first chorus.....it has meret 8)

And thanks to all who have listened!
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"I know the truth, by my struggle against it"
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« Reply #14 on: December 06, 2016, 10:46:16 AM »
Very nicely done. I started to listen through the iPad speaker and quickly realised, no, this one deserves headphones and boy am I glad I did.

Very nice vocals, love the left/right effect, with some beautiful melodies and harmonies.

I might be tempted to add a bit more emphasis to the electric guitar on the solo but apart from that, really enjoyed it.

Yodasdad