[Boydie]

This is not my favourite of yours

For me it was not "light" enough for a "vocal & guitar" but to be a "bigger" song it needs dirty guitars, drums, bass etc.

The vocal performance was top notch and I really like the "better man" refrain

[IronKnee]

This is not my favourite of yours

For me it was not "light" enough for a "vocal & guitar" but to be a "bigger" song it needs dirty guitars, drums, bass etc.

The vocal performance was top notch and I really like the "better man" refrain

Hey there Boydie......It's hard to please everyone. I have received an overwhelmingly positive response, however. I do, as well, hear a harder and more powerful arrangement for this. I just don't have a studio at my disposal....nor the time that I can devote to this right now. I have other songs to develop.

This one was easy because it was produced as a 1+1 (rule stipulation) for a little song competition 

Thanks for listening!

And thanks to all who have listened!
                                                               -Tom

[Wicked Deeds]

Fine song. I especially enjoyed  the instrumental break - simple yet very effective.  No real need for a critique. This is accomplished songwriting. Well done.

Paul

[Binladeda]

 Hi  Tom,

 WOW...loved this. Like the way you recorded it,
 delivered the emotion in the performance really
 well. Especially the picking sequences.  Excellent
 gtr playing....like the way you 'wield your axe' my
 friend confident, accurate, relaxed, a joy to hear

 I don't know why, and I know you're from Hawaii, but
 the whole package has a distinct 'American' feel, to my
 old, conditioned ears.  If I didn't know where you were
 from I'd think the same. It's not just your accent. I think
 it's the way you write them over there......anyway I'll
 stop this ramble.

 Loved the song......excellent work, as usual

[adamfarr]

Love the way you sing this like you mean it! It's a nice take on the subject, not too preachy really, though clear enough where you stand... Chorus comes over really well. Some fine guitar playing

I don't think I use the word "haunts" in the same way you do - a US-UK thing I guess...

Nice work!

[IronKnee]

Fine song. I especially enjoyed  the instrumental break - simple yet very effective.  No real need for a critique. This is accomplished songwriting. Well done.

Paul

Thanks soooo much, Paul......I appreciate it!

 Hi  Tom,

 WOW...loved this. Like the way you recorded it,
 delivered the emotion in the performance really
 well. Especially the picking sequences.  Excellent
 gtr playing....like the way you 'wield your axe' my
 friend confident, accurate, relaxed, a joy to hear

 I don't know why, and I know you're from Hawaii, but
 the whole package has a distinct 'American' feel, to my
 old, conditioned ears.  If I didn't know where you were
 from I'd think the same. It's not just your accent. I think
 it's the way you write them over there......anyway I'll
 stop this ramble.

 Loved the song......excellent work, as usual

Thanks for stopping by, Bin........I'm about as American as it gets......and American Folk Rock is actually in my blood. Thanks for ramblin on......I appreciate it!

Love the way you sing this like you mean it! It's a nice take on the subject, not too preachy really, though clear enough where you stand... Chorus comes over really well. Some fine guitar playing

I don't think I use the word "haunts" in the same way you do - a US-UK thing I guess...

Nice work!

Hi Adam.....thanks for listening. Haunts  could be where I visit often.....and haunts  could be what visits me often. What does that word mean to you 
Nice to see you....and thanks!


And thanks to all who have listened!
                                                                            -Tom

[Movin Flavour]

Great topic and pertinent lyrics.

As always great vocals complimented by great guitar playing.


Sandeep

[IronKnee]

Great topic and pertinent lyrics.

As always great vocals complimented by great guitar playing.


Sandeep

Thanks, Sandeep...........I appreciate it!!

And thanks to all who have listened!
                                                             -Tom

[adamfarr]

Haunts  could be where I visit often.....and haunts  could be what visits me often. What does that word mean to you 

I only use the first one but it seems the second is also in common use! http://www.dictionary.com/browse/haunt?s=t

[Skub]

Yo Tom.

Dunno how I managed to miss this one. 

I love the stripped back guitar and vocals delivery and although that's where I come from myself,I've just realised I never do that now....(rubs chin thoughtfully) The dangers of DAW,I suppose,everything can be made bigger,so the temptation is always there to do just that.

A fine strong song that stands proudly on it's own with no need for frills. Quite Don Henley in the vocal stakes,which is fine by me. 

[joepravda]

great tune.
I love the stripped back style, reminds me of woody guthrie,bob dylan etc...

[IronKnee]

Haunts  could be where I visit often.....and haunts  could be what visits me often. What does that word mean to you 

I only use the first one but it seems the second is also in common use! http://www.dictionary.com/browse/haunt?s=t

Yo Tom.

Dunno how I managed to miss this one. 

I love the stripped back guitar and vocals delivery and although that's where I come from myself,I've just realised I never do that now....(rubs chin thoughtfully) The dangers of DAW,I suppose,everything can be made bigger,so the temptation is always there to do just that.

A fine strong song that stands proudly on it's own with no need for frills. Quite Don Henley in the vocal stakes,which is fine by me. 

Thanks, skub!! I appreciate it 

great tune.
I love the stripped back style, reminds me of woody guthrie,bob dylan etc...

And thanks to you, Joe, as well!! I appreciate you taking the time

And thanks to all who have listened!
                                                                       -Tom