[Wicked Deeds]

without my love

‘In france the stars rejoice, her daughter has returned.’

Some  songs announce themselves with an explosion that can’t be ignored.  They have all the glitter of a starry night.  This one I think, is a slow burner but I believe it has a certain charm that I am proud to embrace. 

This song is called ‘Without my love.’

https://soundcloud.com/pvasey1/paul-without-my-love-mastered

Without my love

I awoke in the winter light,
maybe two in the afternoon.
as the sun fell upon my skin
I was loathe to let the day begin.

In my slumber where my dreams decide
you were smiling, you were right beside me.

I awoke in the winter light.
Perfect blue, no sign of you
then the sky  said “Mr, you’re awake,
love has gone and the day won’t break."

In my slumber where my dreams decide
you were smiling, you were right beside me.

In France the stars rejoice.
Her daughter has returned
and though I keep her close
I am concerned for I am still without my love.

Still without my love.

I awoke, I could clearly see
that time was standing still for me.
I have no wish to ever leave.
I was lost, that I do believe.

In France the stars rejoice.
Her daughter has returned
and though I keep her close
I am concerned for I am still without my love.

still without my love,
still without my love,
still without my love.

Written by Paul Vasey

https://soundcloud.com/pvasey1/paul-without-my-love-mastered

Next up is a song called ‘one for the doubters’ that promises to rip the plaster from the walls!

[IronKnee]

Great smooth sound. I like the production, here.........very easy on the ears.
Good writing and performances. I like the harmonies......good stuff.
Great groove............
                                              -Tom

[pompeyjazz]

It's been fascinating learning more about your writing process through our Friday night chats Paul. This is yet another extremely well written song. Tastefully choice of instrumentation and a lovely melancholy melody. I think that you are right about this one being a slow burner but hey, most of the best songs are. Really enjoyed it Paul

[LostBoy]

I had a good 3 listens to this earlier today and your own assessment of it is spot on I think....”a slow burner with a real charm to it.” 😄👍🏻 I do think the harmony is a little too loud and could come down a dB or 2....especially on the word “rejoice” but that’s all I’ve got. Nice work as always mate.😄🎶👊🏻🎶

[Wicked Deeds]

Hey fellas, thanks for reviewing. 

@IronKnee, you wouldn't believe the work that has gone into getting this ready for presentation.

@pompeyjazz,

so pleased that you persevered with this ne.  It is indeed a slow burner and still I prix this above many of my more immediate songs tt grab the listeners attention. 

@LostBoy

thank you for your considered response and repeat listening.  I've acted upon your harmony suggestion and nave lowered the harmony vocal in the mix. 

thanks again

Paul

[MichaelA]

Very romantic song Paul, ‘missing people‘ is a rich theme to explore, and you’ve tackled this intelligently with some delicate instrumentation and melancholy mood. It’s not full of big hooks, but the subtlety of the song really suits it and so the ‘slow burn’ approach is just right actually.

I really like the contrast between the sad verse and the joyous chorus where France is winning. Plus those little bursts of supporting instrumentation are really sweet, eg the tinkling piano. All well thought out and a really nice listen for me.

Hope she comes home soon though, poor lad! 😉

[Kafla]

The way you wrote and produce Paul always takes me away to a unique place - you create musical landscapes and when you listen on headphones you can really hear all the music.

I know how meticulous you are with every note and line and it pays huge dividends here. This is classic writing and performing and I know I will never get close to this level.

I might write the odd good song and fluke the odd good production but this is art.

The breakdown sections are perfect and the piano note intro (and throughout) create a beautiful urgency and counterpoint to the gentle guitar strums...and the French accordion is just the bomb - man that’s genius

Another one to add to the canon @Wicked Deeds

[MonnoDB]

Lovely song @Wicked Deeds .. gentle with lovely instrumentation underpinning it. Piano intro very attention grabbing and works well throughout. The accordion a clever addition.

Lyrics are really good - I particularly liked the lines about your dreams deciding you were smiling... also the stars rejoicing in France. Lovely touches.

Fab!

[adamfarr]

Hi Paul - I had a few listens and I'll admit at first maybe it didn't connect. But returning to it, I really got taken with the driving rhythms of the verses and then the more introspective moments in between.

Lovely simple piano and sprinkle of strings (and accordions - happy memories).

I really really like the lyrics, particularly that chorus, really original and cliche-free and emotional.

[Unclenny]

I like how this one develops......nice and gentle but steadily etching itself into my listening consciousness.

[kevysc]

Really like the production on this, it has a very smooth, flowing quality and some really nice touches. First rate writing and execution, well done.

(Somewhat reminds me of the Lightening Seeds, only better )

Kevin

[Grubstar]

Hi @Wicked Deeds
 
I really liked this, very impressive a real grower , I loved the latino? style drum,bass rhythm guitar with the fabulous piano refrain on top. Great lyrics and your usual faboulous vocal delivery. Nice one.

[PaulAds]

Top drawer!

Not just a song...all your songs bring more than just words and music to the party.

Loved the little French flourish accordion twinkle in there!

Very classy indeed :-)

[digger72]

Hi Paul,

Sounds like it belongs in a movie during a travelling scene or where time is passing by quickly.

As you mention, perhaps not instant, in your face - but definitely has charm.
I like that dark synth that  seeps in every so often and then those higher notes that tinkle here and there.

Digger

[Jamie]

@Wicked Deeds
Hi Paul, great production, great vibe, a slow burner as you say. I particularly liked the cello/string/synth parts. Your trademark vocal finishes it off nicely.

Nice one

Cheers

Jamie