SONG REVIEW: Seeking collaboration/reviews - Alternative

Posted: Thu Feb 02, 2006 4:51 am

hi guys

I've just uploaded a new track called 'burn it down' HERE

This isn't a final version because I'm hoping someone might be interested in doing the vocals instead of me. It isn't my usual style of singing or song and I think it needs a different vocal, more rough, possible even a rapper rather than a singer.

If there is anyone interested in working on this track let me.

Let me know what you think of it as it is as well. My vocals are starting to grow on me so maybe someone just wants to mix/produce it to get the most out of it....

anyway enough ranting on.... check it out. HERE

Posted: Sat Feb 04, 2006 4:22 am

I was hoping someone would comment on this song at least.

Is it so bad it is beyond reviewing?

All comments welcome.

Posted: Sat Feb 04, 2006 8:42 am

I didn't listen to it because i don't like rap/hip hop music.
But i don't mind drum and bass stuff, which i guess is what rap/hip hop is without singing Smile

I also can't sing, so i guess i'm no help at all...
I didn't mind the groove of the song though - and the bass is cool.

-Seneki

Posted: Sat Feb 04, 2006 8:47 am

What's up bro, I missed your post somehow....

Just having a listen as I type. I like the industrial sounding intro, and when the bass line comes in you create a really nice groove. The vocals fit the music very well. This is a great song for creating atmosphere, like in the intro to a movie where people are walking through the city. The song has an urban vibe...

The 'kid' sample really adds an interesting element as well..

Nice job...

Posted: Thu Feb 09, 2006 4:19 pm

Thanks for the comments. I think I'm going to stick with the vocals. I'm going to make a few changes to it, it wasn't mastered that well.

Anyone want to master it? Rolling Eyes

That 'kid' sample is actually my son singing! He's only two. I was just messing around with it and it seemed to really fit.

I keep saying I'm only going to do acoustic tracks and then keep slipping into these numbers! Can't work out where they come from sometimes.

cya

tuttle.

Posted: Sat Feb 11, 2006 4:19 pm

Hey Tuttle,

You did a real nice job with the dynamic of this song. You made the right choice in keeping your own vocals because it makes the sound of the song much more original than if you had someone rapping over it. Adding your son into the mix was a nice touch as well. Well done my friend!

Lincoln

Posted: Sat Feb 11, 2006 11:10 pm

Hey Tuttle, . . interesting track, it's cool . . . I think your vocals work just fine . . .
this reminds me of something, but I can't quite put my finger on it . .

............. Good job man

Peace,
Erick

Posted: Mon Feb 13, 2006 1:55 pm

Captivating intro...Funky bassline...Vocals reminiscent of The Stereo MC's...crazy baby voice...Great work!
I enjoyed that man. It could use a few live instruments to give it more earth. The mix is good but the levels and eq are a bit thin for what the bass and drums deserve. Also maybe a little breakdown or bridge around 2:30 would really push the arrangement forward. I feel the vocals need to come up in the mix. If you change anything about the vocals try layering them with another take of your own vocals. If you get the timing tight the end result should sound thicker and warmer. Use panning and eq to seperate the vocal tracks or they will cancell eachother out. If you use logic and/or reason i could give you a bit more in depth advice. I'm still learning as well. Aint it fun? Sounds like you had a blast when you made this tune and thats the impression I'm left with overall. Oh... I just wrapped a doob and for some bloody reason I feel the need to burn it down. Ha!
Ever onward soldier!
Martin

Posted: Mon Feb 13, 2006 2:03 pm

Hey tuttle,
hows it goin??
well,,,im gonna be honest, i dont BS anybody.....
at first i was thinking...What the hell??
but.....im giving it a listen and it is growing on me....its great!!
i wouldnt change a thing...keep it as it is.....the rawness of it adds to the structure,,
this is actually a really good song...im listening as im writing,,,,,,,

Posted: Tue Feb 14, 2006 2:19 am

thanks guys.

Gunner, I had exactly the same response to this song myself (well the vocals at any rate). It's really growing on me. I think because it's quite different to my usual vocals I was thrown.

Martin, I agree that it needs some more mixing. This was a quick one just to see if anyone might want to collaborate and improve. I'm going to do more on it. There's a sample I want to add and a few other bits and pieces.

The Bass and guitar were all live instruments. The guitar is quite running through a heavy effect so I guess it doesn't sound natural.

anyway thanks for all the feedback.

archiet

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