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With all the fantastic March offerings, and especially the plethora of songs in the last few days, I was hesitant to offer this one. However, since everyone is here and free to comment.........

This actually was inspired by a true story that happened to me this past month. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did writing and performing it. And as always criticism is much appreciated!

I have upped the words so you can follow along if need be.

Here is "Elisabeth Shue"...uh, the song...not the actress.

http://soundclick.com/share?songid=6417210

Jon
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ellll · Posted: Tue Apr 01, 2008 11:09 pm Post subject:

My kind of thing..!!!

You got my heart on this one...Had to listen to that start many times before I could go on..The F, C(6/2), Dmin, C7...!!! How beautiful and mellow, all in one can you get than that!!!!!!!!! I ask...

Can't stand the wonder of it...this sticks back into the farrrrr past...and says soooo much!! I could hardly imagine...HOW did you do this...and why arn't you on "Off Broadway"...This is INCREDIBLE.........!!!

Sorry Crying or Very sad

I just cannot say anything constructive,,,...this is KILLER...

And the KILLER ending!!!! This is my kinda pop!!!

Edit: Still floored on this one..!! It is really so well done!!

My best regards!! John Very Happy

georgeinar · Posted: Tue Apr 01, 2008 11:12 pm Post subject:

I am so glad you posted the lyrics, because it made it much more fun and it's critical to get the full experience here. My first impression was the feel of the Beatles A Day in the Life, Got out of Bed, dragged a comb across my head etc. Yet you don't stay there. I was like watching this funny comedy as the story played out and I was right there, smiling and laughing. I would hate to critique any of the words as even when the rymes sound forced it's so effective and funny that what the hey? I really like your musical production here as well, though I'll have to get over the initial rush of the story to relisten there. I did notice how beautiful your voice sounded and the background vocals are just fabulous. You have a lot of practice with this sort of thing, it shines out on all your work. This is just a stitch and actually a much more serious production than is first thought while laughing at the words and the story. I mean, who has something happen to them like this and it ends up being this big production with backing vocals and the whole shebang. Well, I've done this a few times myself, taking a realife event and making a story out of it, but never to this effect. I just love this. We knew you when, don't forget us little guys when you hit the big time with this solo work. I much love your songs with vocals the best.
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Stephen · Platinum Member Joined: 28 Aug 2002 Posts: 4709

Geeze Jon, this is unbelievable!
Do I detect a strong Beatles influence here? I think I do!
I can't think of anything to nit pick except maybe, "the world would be a better place without me right now", for some reason that line uhm....just didn't work for me dawg, it was just awrite.
Smile

I have to say, I feel very humble right now.
Great work, I really like this!

BTW, I had such a crush on Elizabeth when I was a bit younger.
Regards,
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Pecca · Posted: Wed Apr 02, 2008 10:13 am Post subject:

Excellent. Cool

No suggestions what so ever. Love it (become used to it when listening to your work)
Honestly believe that this song could conquer many radiostations with some promo Smile

Impressive.
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JonSolo · Posted: Wed Apr 02, 2008 8:41 pm Post subject:

Thanks a bunch guys. Yea, I have to admit I am proud of this one. It was a lot of fun to put together. I still have a few small issues with it, but I can iron those out in time. I am just trying to think of a quick video to throw together for YOUTUBE. I already did one, but it needs a lot more pizazz, and all my old connections are just that: old. So no go with a pro level video.

Jon
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http://jonsolo.me
http://www.soundcloud.com/jonsolo
http://www.twitter.com/thejonsolo

Windows 10 | Intel i9 9900K | 64 GB RAM | Scarlett 18i20 | Nektar Panorama P6
Korg Kronos - 88 | Korg Kronos 2 - 61 | Roland Fantom 6 | Push 2 | Maschine Mk2 | Slate ML1 | JBL LSR308/310
Nuendo 11 | Ableton Live 11 | Reason 12 | FL Studio 20.9

Daz · Retired Joined: 01 Jan 2002 Posts: 10829

John is becoming our a 'pace setter'; each month seems to start with John posting a quality piece for the month in question and then many of us spending the rest of the month following in his wake, inspired by his example. Or is it just me Wink

So yes, I am impressed Smile

I really enjoyed this a great deal, I envy your ability to put together such a really well crafted pop song. I will be listening to this again for kicks and also to ruthlessly steal ideas (woops, said that out loud).

If you wanted to tweak something then maybe the bass (especially near the beginning) might need to be pushed back into the mix a little or have it top end EQ'ed some, because it appeared to me at least to poke through the mix in a way I wasn't expecting. Could just be me !

Oh yeah ... on the lyrical front, like George, you seem to have a great ability to fit words with the meter, and there are no words in the lyric that feel shoehorned in and awkward (something I am particularly sensitive to, as I have said). LOL, never before have I heard the word "doo" being used so mellifluously Wink

Great job fitting the words to music and getting the story across.

Thanks for setting a high mark for the month !

Best,

Daz.

JonSolo · Posted: Wed Apr 02, 2008 11:25 pm Post subject:

Thanks Daz. Hey, I actually have put together a video...more of an Elisabeth Shue tribute. If you just want to see a lot of pictures of this nice looking actress, you can check it out here:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E943d6jSq5I

It is just for fun.

Jon
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Jon Solo

http://www.solosounds.net
http://jonsolo.me
http://www.soundcloud.com/jonsolo
http://www.twitter.com/thejonsolo

Windows 10 | Intel i9 9900K | 64 GB RAM | Scarlett 18i20 | Nektar Panorama P6
Korg Kronos - 88 | Korg Kronos 2 - 61 | Roland Fantom 6 | Push 2 | Maschine Mk2 | Slate ML1 | JBL LSR308/310
Nuendo 11 | Ableton Live 11 | Reason 12 | FL Studio 20.9

Daz · Retired Joined: 01 Jan 2002 Posts: 10829

Excellent !

A couple of random things :

1) What the hell is going on here ?

2) I am sure it's Misses Shue Wink

3) Thanks for the links to KF on your site ! When you get a moment could remove the session id that has crept into the link.

This -> http://www.korgforums.com/forum/phpBB2/viewforum.php?f=43&sid=1c68a238b2baf824ee2190fb17b765db

... should be :

http://www.korgforums.com/forum/phpBB2/viewforum.php?f=43

Thanks mate !

Daz.

JonSolo · Posted: Thu Apr 03, 2008 12:26 am Post subject:

1. I was at a NASCAR race if I remember correctly and this car was there. I saw the keyboard on the back spoiler and thought "maybe I good enough to make music come out of this thing". So I played it.

2. Yes. Maybe we can change that to Misses Solo....and maybe I am a big dreamer! Cool

Pecca · Posted: Thu Apr 03, 2008 12:47 am Post subject:

Cool video Smile

Rephrase... Lovely woman Cool

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ellll · Posted: Thu Apr 03, 2008 2:09 pm Post subject:

Well...I'm back for the upteenth time...,

Sorry..I gotta say it again... this is so ...truly penthouse (location) level...and I just can't believe we are not hearing from you in a major producing area of the country...!!! Maybe thats it...a producer and a big ticket video...we can hire someone...(jus' kiddin').. but it does seem a shame to me that we hear great production of crap everyday...and your stuff is better...

You sure have my respect and support...!!!

Best Regards, !!! John Very Happy

JonSolo · Posted: Thu Apr 03, 2008 4:44 pm Post subject:

Thanks for the listens guys! And the respect is also appreciated. I think at the end of our work days, that is all any of us really want. Ok maybe we want more, but that is a great start.

Maybe Elisabeth will hear it one day!

Shocked

chordial · Posted: Fri Apr 04, 2008 9:27 am Post subject:

I've been playing this one for a few days now, and watching the video Smile

First class Jon, the music and it sounds like your voice has fully recovered now, very smooth vocals, and lovely rich harmonies.
I'm glad you put the lyrics up too, it's alway good to read along with the song.

This is such a catchy song, the chorus is well and truely in my head, excellent work!

The question is was it her?
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georgeinar · Posted: Sat Apr 05, 2008 5:40 am Post subject:

I do agree that your voice sounds great on this. I love how you do the background vocals. Now that I just purchased Melodyne and am playing around with fixing my own pitch problems I may attempt at some live vocalizing such as background oooo-s or ahhhhs and see if I can use my own voice instead of synth pads. I can't stay on pitch though for long so maybe the software will help me do the impossible.
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