MacJams.com - Song: Rachel Said by echoroom

stevel	stevel said 1005 days ago (February 25th, 2007)
	Epic Great performance...fab vocals! Like it a lot Steve Check out my latest song called Electricity

echoroom	echoroom said 1005 days ago (February 25th, 2007)
	Bloody hell.. ... that was quick, Steve! Ta. I'm not in the same league of gravelly singers like yourself, but the vox on this is skating around the suburbs. Reminds me of suede a bit ... ooh, real drama! Ta Steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

	said 1005 days ago (February 25th, 2007)
	An excellent piece of work Dig it..Fav it and D-load it.... Hm!!! And I have 2 iPod it. Thanks for sharing. Best Regards --- Kenta

echoroom	echoroom said 1005 days ago (February 25th, 2007)
	Podded! Hey Kenta - thanks for stopping by, glad you liked it. Steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

paddler	paddler said 1005 days ago (February 25th, 2007)
	Professional! Great mix on everything - your vocals are excellent,you a very versatile range - particularly on the high er.. falsetto parts (if thats the right terminology) - full of emotion.Well written lyrics,and the first time I've ever heard the word conquistador used in a song.. Great stuff! Check out my latest song called Tiger Flame (Halloween Challenge)

echoroom

echoroom said 1005 days ago (February 25th, 2007)

Mix it
Hey Paddler (are you a Batman villian???). Thanks for the comments. Mixing is the part of home recording I dislike most ... i had a couple of goes at this, and basically stopped today ... I could tinker endlessly. The only other use of conquistador i know of is the song of the same name by Theatre of Hate ( I had to look at this on my ipod to get the spelling!!).

Thanks for stopping by

Steve

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Estella	Estella said 1005 days ago (February 25th, 2007)
	wow I have to see that movie now! This song sounds big/epic/cinematic. You truly were "under the influence" of what surrounded you. I'm happy I heard this. Check out my latest song called Este Momento

echoroom

echoroom said 1005 days ago (February 25th, 2007)

Hiya!
Hey Estellie - great to hear from you. I had to try really hard not to intellectualise the lyric, but just keep it pure. The song was written really quickly .... i used quite a lot of reverb on the drums, and that dictated the kinda 'big' sound of this track.
I dislike love songs ... i tried to keep this focused on small personnal details (fighting over what movie to watch on a saturday) to avoid cliche ... but it does wander off in parts.

LOL

Steve

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Vic Holman	Vic Holman said 1005 days ago (February 25th, 2007)
	rachel said another great song. outstanding vocal delivery. man the high falsetto, I could stand on a chair and never get that high. GREAT PERFORMANCE ALL AROUND! Check out my latest song called November

echoroom	echoroom said 1005 days ago (February 25th, 2007)
	The feeling.. ... is mutual ... in terms of appreciation, Vic. I don't get the old falsetto out often (as i usually don't hit the notes), but it worked for this. If only I'd got you to do the guitars on this ... it would've been kicking! Thanks for dropping by steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

rtcooper	rtcooper said 1005 days ago (February 25th, 2007)
	SAY IT AGAIN What a Vocal Perfect Guitar work and placement. Stunning Production Values. "Like a Cool Breeze", Brother Very Best, Cooper Check out my latest song called Intimate Anyway

echoroom	echoroom said 1005 days ago (February 25th, 2007)
	Blocked Vox Hey RC ... funny thing is, I did the vox for this just after a cold ... it still sounds kinda nasal-ey to me, but I do like the sense of drama to this. I poured over the mix on this for ages ... still not as good as a lot of what's posted here, but thanks man. Steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

	said 1005 days ago (February 25th, 2007)
	Man.... This is great!!! I especially like how you bring things in after the break/bridge. Excellent vocals for sure. Outstanding tune, Steve!

echoroom

echoroom said 1005 days ago (February 25th, 2007)

take it 2 da bridge
hey Mikey - thanks for this ... took a lot of tinkering with the bridge to get it feeling right - initially, there was no drop out, but it didn't quite work - the vocoder vocals and solo were the last things added ... odd, but they work, I think. Tried to listen to your latest track, but I still can't get a lotof stuff to play on the site. Will keep trying.

Ta

Steve

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said 1005 days ago (February 25th, 2007)

holy mither!
that was a HUGE creation! the musical arrangement is truly impressive, and just a joy to hear unfold. but your voice is what snags me. gee whiz, you look so young, yet sound like you've been around forEVer - smooth, polished, & professional with a wonderful vocal presence. when you blast the line HEART OF HIS QUEEN, i swoon in appreciation of that kind of going for it - it pays off Big Time. RACHEL SAID is full of excellent dynamics - great hook. "for days I suffocated in me" is a spiffy line. i also like the beatle-esque "ooo" near end. bravo, steve! i'm an instant fan, anne

echoroom

echoroom said 1005 days ago (February 26th, 2007)

Sisters are doin' it
Hey Anne - I stumbled across some of you're work today (after hearing the name in the forums) and was instantly captivated. Glad you liked this ... the 'heart of his queen' is unashamedly romantic, and if I'd thought about it too much, I probably would have tried to obscure it, so I'm glad you liked that. Similarly, the 'suffocated' line is so true ... I get very wrapped up in myself and my own little world. The song tries to capture, I think , one of those moments when you realise what someone means to you (and in this case, when you've been married to them for 12 years)... a moment of perfect clarity, when you get hit by a feeling of 'God, I love this person', and realise what that really means.

man, this is all just therapy for me!

LOL

Steve

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echoroom	echoroom said 1005 days ago (February 26th, 2007)
	Young! Oh, and I'm not really young - the colours in my picture cover up all the wrinkles! Steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

	said 1005 days ago (February 25th, 2007)
	Awesome!!! Amazing voice, Super arrangement, Wonderful Guitar break ( short :-( ).. your a true Pro!!!

echoroom	echoroom said 1005 days ago (February 26th, 2007)
	Hi UK... ... thanks, and ta for stopping by.was good to hear your stuff for the first time yesterday. Steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

cjdaley

cjdaley said 1005 days ago (February 25th, 2007)

echoroom & the bunnymen
the voice on the "foxes and hares" lines has something MacCullouchian about it (which I suppose you will/should take as a compliment), though the "rachel said" part is more in the Muse area. I wish they was more of this rythm guitar before the "solo"(?) kicks in in the end.

hey, paddler, the "conquistador" makes an impressive appearance in Joy Division's "Dead souls", by the way.

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echoroom

echoroom said 1005 days ago (February 25th, 2007)

Echoing
Hey CJ - you know me too well - I always take any Mac comparisons as a compliment! Actually, i also really liked the rhythm guitar part, and it's underused here - I may use it again in another song (as it's a bit wasted). Funny anout Muse - I thought the piano in the drop-out was kinda Muse-ish. Hope you liked this - i really dig your latest tracks.

Steve

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Leon

Leon said 1005 days ago (February 25th, 2007)

And everyone said...
Finally, the most anticipated follow up to your last Macjams hit, and a most worthy one!

Wow, your voice hasn't sounded better! I listened to this three times right away, and the first thing I noticed was the clarity of the vocal recording and the mix. I loved the soaring vocals you did here... really hit them with such flair and emotions! The intro was deceivingly understated. It doesn't take long for anyone to notice the pro-level instrumentations you did on this one, and it just keeps building up from there. Again, structure and composition wise, you transcend conventions with the flow, depth and mystery in your lyrics. Really, really impressive. As always, this song has an all-around polish, which has characterized all you other songs.

Hope it doesn't take months before I get to hear your next song! :-)

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echoroom

echoroom said 1005 days ago (February 26th, 2007)

Hey Leon..
... always great to hear from you. Funny, Gentle machine had such a good response, I was a bit nervous about following it (god, the pressure!). I've got about 3 -4 tracks on the go (the next one to finish will be a collab with Pengui), but this one just popped out in a fit of inspiration, and made it first to the finish line. I think 'cause this started from a vocal line, i came up with something that suited my voice, and then just wrote the music around that ... vox were done pretty quick, all in one session (but there are about 7 vocal tracks on this - nightmare to mix). The verse vocals actually sound a little too dry to me, but it helps make them feel up front.

Lyrically .... well, you are the master of romance. and it's the first time I've written something like this ... i think your influence must be mellowing me!

LOL

Steve

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Ed Hannifin

Ed Hannifin said 1005 days ago (February 25th, 2007)

Really terrific vocals...
...that's what first grabs me with this one... And great drums....

Lyrics are extraordinary... like a poem that doesn't give away too much... The combination of lyrics and vocals rides a taught line between Lou Reed and Bowie, with something else in there... Maybe a bit of Bono mixed with Bryan Ferry...

All in all, this is really impressive, Steve.

Ed

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echoroom

echoroom said 1005 days ago (February 26th, 2007)

Poet who didn't know it!
Hi Ed - I've been trying to listen to your latest tracks, but am still having problems downloading some stuff (e.g. yours and I, Spikes') to play ... but will perservere. I think all the guys you compare me to are influences in some way, so I appreciate the compliment ... not sure who I was channeling when I did this vocal! I actually find the lyric to this very direct, but then I understand how it may be a little vague if you're not me! I played this to Rachel last night and found some of it quite funny (the first line is about arguing about what films to watch, as she tends to go for romantic comedies, whereas I'll want something serious, or Die Hard 2).

Thanks for the kind words

Steve

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racerat	racerat said 1005 days ago (February 25th, 2007)
	When you first sang... When you first sing "Rachel Said" man, geez you got some pipes dude. Well done! DL'd, faved, etc, raved. OK, now, so when it gets dark with the distorted electric is when you really got me. Wish that part was longer and raised up to more of a cresendo rather than bowing out so soon. This is radio ready. Seriously. Awesome. Check out my latest song called Frank's Song

echoroom

echoroom said 1005 days ago (February 26th, 2007)

rat trap
Hi Philip - thanks for that, after the last few tracks I've done, it's been good to let rip on one (er, as it were). I totally agree about the instrumental break - it was written without guitar or drop out, and then arranged into it's current format ... in hindsight, i could've worked this a bit more. I really like the rhythm and lead guitar sounds, so will probably make another song out of them (recycling, you know?)

Cheers bud

Steve

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	said 1005 days ago (February 25th, 2007)
	Yep, me too.... I like this a lot. It has a kind of ineffable sound, like a lost great track from the 80's, but with much richer production. Great presence on the vocals, perfect mix, punchy song. Tops!

echoroom	echoroom said 1005 days ago (February 26th, 2007)
	Thanks, i think. Hey Sonny - thanks for that, although I'll have to go and look up ineffable (but I'll take it as a good thing). I get a fair amount of comments re: the 80's, but that's the era when I really got into music, so a lot of my influences are from then. Cheers Steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

	said 1004 days ago (February 26th, 2007)
	HA!! I will not review songs when I've been drinking. I will not review songs when I've been drinking. I will not review songs when I've been drinking.

echoroom	echoroom said 1004 days ago (February 26th, 2007)
	no seriously... ... i don't know what it means! Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

	said 1004 days ago (February 26th, 2007)
	......... ineffable –adjective 1. incapable of being expressed or described in words; inexpressible Now, about that lachrymose keyboard........

echoroom	echoroom said 1003 days ago (February 27th, 2007)
	Sunny ... lachrymose keyboard........ Sounds like a great name for an indie band Or a Jam pack instrument! Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

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five_extra_arms said 1004 days ago (February 26th, 2007)

A Bunny in the Echo Room
I'm so glad you decided to spend some extra time on this song. I just can't imagine how terrible it must've been 3 days ago. Speaking of old wrinkled men, this song started out as if you had a visit from a bunny man in your echo room. Think he still has all that hair?

IT'S A BEAUTIFUL WORLD WE LIVE IN
A SWEET ROMANTIC PLACE
BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE EVERYWHERE
THE WAY THEY SHOW THEY CARE

Good stuff buddy boy.

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echoroom

echoroom said 1004 days ago (February 26th, 2007)

Bunny boiler
Hey Bob, 3 days ago, when the chorus came in, it was like a feckin' limp fish slappin' you mildly around the head .... rubbish... (but still better than Razorlight).

Actually, i saw the Bunnymen a few years ago, and much as I loved 'em, they should stop, 'cause Mac's hair looks crap now, and he's filled out a bit. Luckily I live on bagels and cereal, so i don't have that problem (yet).

Take care buddy

Steve

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Scott Carmichael	Scott Carmichael said 1004 days ago (February 26th, 2007)
	Man Steve Such a real song... powerful and a little mysterious... I like that... it draws me in.. the vocal is passionate and mature... very pro... with a hint of David Bowie... talk about emotion... When that chorus kicks in, you have my full attention... thanx for that... ain't Logic fun... woo hoo Check out my latest song called Good Morning

echoroom	echoroom said 1003 days ago (February 27th, 2007)
	Wow... ..thanks Scott, really appreciate the kind words. I get a lot of bowie comparisons ... rachel reckons it's 'cause of the kinda wobble/vibrato when I sing. Anyway, gosh, thank you! steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

pengui	pengui said 1004 days ago (February 26th, 2007)
	Little Radiohead in here? Reminds me of radiohead with a little more clean. I like the "make like foxes" line. Nice and sparce, sounds like it was recorded in a nice open room (ahh reverb) Check out my latest song called Louder Than Words

echoroom

echoroom said 1003 days ago (February 27th, 2007)

KO computer
Hey Pengui - yeah, I get that, sorta Bends era maybe. This was recorded in my small spare room, as ever, but I used Space Designer in Logic for all the reverb (a fantastic toy!). The main verse vocal reverb sounds a bit odd to me ... seemed like a good idea at the time!

Have completed lyrics for the track you sent me - will start on vocals this weekend.

Cheers

sTEVE

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	said 1004 days ago (February 26th, 2007)
	Awesome! Wow Steve, what a stunning vocal delivery in this well-crafted love song! Fab lyrics. Well played and produced. An instant fave this! Be well friend!

echoroom	echoroom said 1003 days ago (February 27th, 2007)
	Its a kins amagi-c Hey Mike - thanks for stopping by - I was pretty stunned by your latest EPIC, so I really appreciate your comments. LOL Steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

j2morrow	j2morrow said 1004 days ago (February 26th, 2007)
	J2 said.... excellent song. Really nice job on the vocals too. Fresh take on the lyrics and solid production. One of the best things I've heard from you. Kudos, man. Check out my latest song called CAPTURE THE RAPTURE

echoroom	echoroom said 1003 days ago (February 27th, 2007)
	Hey J2... ta, difficult to write a love song without it turning into 'Lady in Read'. This, at the moment, is my favourite track of mine, so thanks. Steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

SmokeyVW	SmokeyVW said 1004 days ago (February 26th, 2007)
	energy you've outdone yourself here - fantastic musical and emotional energy! i like the structure of this song - lots of twists and turns - and it all fits together nicely. thanks Check out my latest song called One For Me

echoroom	echoroom said 1003 days ago (February 27th, 2007)
	Twisty Thanks smokey - the structure was originally a bit simpler, but the bridge underwent a number of changes, and there are quite a number of changes in a fairly small space of time ... but i think it works (although i could've probably got a couple of songs out of this!). Cheers Steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

	said 1003 days ago (February 27th, 2007)
	Greatness Excellent all around Bows all around!!!!!

echoroom	echoroom said 1003 days ago (February 27th, 2007)
	Ruff! Hi EB - well, every dog must have its day ... Steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

Alannah	Alannah said 1003 days ago (February 27th, 2007)
	Um yeah ... what everyone else said ... ... fabulous job on the vocals ... great tune all around ... it has already all been said! But thought I should pop my head in here anyway! Check out my latest song called I'm Drownin' - Smokey VW (feat Alannah) + Outtaorbit

echoroom	echoroom said 1003 days ago (February 27th, 2007)
	Feel free to pop in any time! Thanks Alannah - from the bottom of my rusty vocal cords. LOL Steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

fantasyfootball11	fantasyfootball11 said 1003 days ago (February 27th, 2007)
	one word amazing Check out my latest song called The Future

echoroom	echoroom said 1003 days ago (February 27th, 2007)
	Two words Ta Bud Steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

moorlandt

moorlandt said 1002 days ago (February 28th, 2007)

over the top
Instantly pleasing, brilliantly vocalised and sung (I admire your control on the upper vocals), strong on all levels: production, arrangement, performance, lyrics (outstanding by the way). Holy cow, Steve, I thought you somewhere reached the top with 'Gentle Machine', but you just walk over it with your hands in your pockets (hmm, that's probably not the right english expression I guess, but you get my point...). This is a pro track, a solid hit, a brilliant gift...

- Walter

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echoroom

echoroom said 1002 days ago (March 1st, 2007)

It's a hit!
Hi Walter - great to hear from you. I did struggle with what to do next after Gentle Machine, so I tried to do something a bit rockier. Glad you liked this - I think the verse vocals are quite close to your style. lyrically, this was knocked out in a fit of inspiration very quickly - it came from the heart, rather than the head!

LOL

Steve

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Cori Ander	Cori Ander said 1002 days ago (February 28th, 2007)
	Great vocals You surely are a swell singer. Great instrumentation towards the end. Really impressive. Check out my latest song called Guitar test — Martin CSN (Gerry Tolman Tribute)

echoroom	echoroom said 1002 days ago (March 1st, 2007)
	Swell! Hey Thanks Cori - the vocal on this is a bit nasal, as I was getting over a cold, but again, I wanted to get it down and capture the feeling - which hopefully i did. Steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

Cori Ander	Cori Ander said 1000 days ago (March 3rd, 2007)
	. yes you did! --- Johannes Curry Check out my latest song called Guitar test — Martin CSN (Gerry Tolman Tribute)

Ash Tree	Ash Tree said 1002 days ago (February 28th, 2007)
	Great. Best thing I've heard here. Check out my latest song called So Long

echoroom	echoroom said 1002 days ago (March 1st, 2007)
	oooh - thanks What can I say, Ash. Will check out your tracks this weekend. Cheers Steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

SLICK	SLICK said 1002 days ago (March 1st, 2007)
	Pre Brit pop You like everyone else I liked this one too. Cool Vox and nice production meaning that all the parts are sensibly in their places. My fav bit was the break and guitar part about 3/4 the way through. Will have to have a listen to some of your other stuff me thinks. Check out my latest song called POD Killer

echoroom	echoroom said 1001 days ago (March 1st, 2007)
	Brit pop .... maybe Paddy pop (I'm actually Irish, livin' in Engerland. Glad you liked this ... although I guess the guitar is pretty tame, compared to your stuff, man! Cheers for stopping by ... and I totally agree about the bridge! Steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

Willywagga	Willywagga said 1001 days ago (March 1st, 2007)
	Great Work Terrific vocal range, I loved the lift in the chorus, sweet production. Excellent lyrics and really well sung. Bravo. Check out my latest song called The Jes on Sea Road

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echoroom said 1001 days ago (March 2nd, 2007)

Liting!
Ta Willy - one thing I'm actually pleased with is the guitar in the chorus, 'casue for ages it was just buried, but with a lot of fiddling I managed to get it pretty clear ... another small step for my mixing abilities! I got Logic pro 'cause it has pre-set EQ plug-ins ... unfortunately, they still need a lot of work (I thought it would solve all my mixing problems)

Cheers

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jiguma	jiguma said 1001 days ago (March 2nd, 2007)
	My, what a big sound you have :) It's all been said already - this is a very good production of a very well written song. Congratulations, Neil Check out my latest song called Lost In Translation (w Mike Watkins)

echoroom	echoroom said 1001 days ago (March 2nd, 2007)
	Big Echo Hi Neil - I've shyed away from going for a big sound on recent stuff, 'cause to my ears it can sound a bit 80's (sanre druns recorded in aircraft hangers and the like). However, it kinda suited this, and i got a drum reverb in Space Designer that i really liked, so that ended up dictating the sound. Cheers for commenting Steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

Morning Light	Morning Light said 1001 days ago (March 2nd, 2007)
	Just totally ROCKS...... GREAT SOUNDS, TOP NOTCH :D)* Check out my latest song called Morning Rose

echoroom	echoroom said 1001 days ago (March 2nd, 2007)
	Rock on Hi Morning Light - ta ... it does rock a bit for me, although all guitars are fake (I've given up trying to play)! LOL Steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

kristyjo	kristyjo said 1000 days ago (March 2nd, 2007)
	Great music - I really love the dynamic range of your vocals, fearless and full of true emotion. The instrumentals are excellent as well, and placed so that they support your voice perfectly. I like the lyrics. They are not so obscure that they're hard to understand, yet there is a lot for reflection there, too. Check out my latest song called What a Friend We Have in Jesus

echoroom	echoroom said 1000 days ago (March 2nd, 2007)
	Unobscured thanks kristyjo - i tend to wrire fairly obscure lyrics, but this was written pretty quickly, and so is in a quite 'raw' form, so hopefully they communicate the meaning and feeling. many thanks for your kind words Steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

Rebsie	Rebsie said 1000 days ago (March 2nd, 2007)
	I don't wanna sound like a stuck record but ... Do I always say your vocals are fab? Well anyway, your vocals are fab. Such power, poise and control, even on the high twiddly bits. It's a great piece of songwriting too. Emotional and passionate and heartfelt. You really excel at this. Check out my latest song called Amongst The Colours (w/ Luna Trick)

echoroom

echoroom said 1000 days ago (March 3rd, 2007)

Well...
...you're too kind ... if you heard my speaking voice, you'd know that I was a bit bunged up, and this sounds a bit like the old Vics Synex ad ('course you can Malcolm) to me vocally. But you're right, I do like kinda big, dramatic music ... even my quiet songs have a drama queen moment.

This track was written by the Muse, visiting me for a short, sweet time. Songs rarely come this easily to me, it was a real gift.

Thanks Rebsie

Steve

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Rebsie	Rebsie said 999 days ago (March 3rd, 2007)
	Actually, I always find my voice is at its best when I'm just recovering from a cold. It's the only time I can do sexy gravelly stuff! It's funny how audiences always seem to pick up on songs which are Muse-driven ... as evidenced in this one now having such a stupendous number of fans it takes forever for the page to load. Check out my latest song called Amongst The Colours (w/ Luna Trick)

dreadmon	dreadmon said 1000 days ago (March 2nd, 2007)
	Wow What a guy - I love this tune. Great lyrics, fab changes, production is brill. You wear this song in your voice - well done good and faithful musician! Check out my latest song called Dive!

echoroom

echoroom said 1000 days ago (March 3rd, 2007)

Kneel!
Bing, being called a musician by someone like yourself ... i feel I should be kneeling or something. I never feel like a musician (I've given up trying to play real guitar), but, man, the power of technology (and the simplicity of garageband) lets me turn my thoughts into songs ... buying a mac powerbook was one of my best decisions ever.

Many thanks man

Steve

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bud	bud said 1000 days ago (March 2nd, 2007)
	Wow - when you produce - you produce Great song. Killer vocals and wonderful subtle sonic touches throughout. Faved and DL'ed. Check out my latest song called try not to think

echoroom	echoroom said 1000 days ago (March 3rd, 2007)
	Hey Bud... ... my output rate is about a tenth of yours, but this was pretty fast for me. Thanks for stopping by Steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

stevewhit	stevewhit said 1000 days ago (March 2nd, 2007)
	Hi Echoroom This is just amazing! Steve Check out my latest song called schooldays

echoroom	echoroom said 1000 days ago (March 3rd, 2007)
	Hey monkey whaddya mean amazing, amazing how? You mean i amaze you (in a Joe Pesci voice). Anyway, ta very much - your latest song spooked me very much! Steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

stevewhit	stevewhit said 992 days ago (March 10th, 2007)
	Still Amazed! I mean everything about the song, I like the arrangement and your voice is superb sorry I didn't leave a more detailed comment. A very difinite fave of mine:-) Thanks Steve Check out my latest song called schooldays

echoroom	echoroom said 991 days ago (March 11th, 2007)
	ha ... i woz only kidding, but thanks Steve! Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

jpfeiff	jpfeiff said 1000 days ago (March 3rd, 2007)
	Very expressive vocal! Nicely sung. And very nicely played as well. I find myself wishing it would've got a little more out of control....there's a nice crescendo, but it doesn't quite go as wild as it could...BUT, I can see why so many folks are digging this tune. Check out my latest song called The Fog

echoroom	echoroom said 1000 days ago (March 3rd, 2007)
	Spot on Hey JP, thanks, and totally agree, it could've been a bit more out there, especially the guitar solo, which is a little subdued. I think i need to recruit a real guitarist and let them go free over this. Many Thanks Steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

echoroom	echoroom said 1000 days ago (March 3rd, 2007)
	Spot on Hey JP, thanks, and totally agree, it could've been a bit more out there, especially the guitar solo, which is a little subdued. I think i need to recruit a real guitarist and let them go free over this. Many Thanks Steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

*itiswotitis*	*itiswotitis* said 1000 days ago (March 3rd, 2007)
	fab lyrics great voice...big voice...warm voice... epic music and production... yes it really is very 80's.. Check out my latest song called WALKING BASS IN THE CLOUDS

echoroom	echoroom said 999 days ago (March 3rd, 2007)
	Big hair Thanks itis .. unfortunately I no longer have as much hair as i did in the 80's (all that back combing made it fall out). Amazing what you can do with 4 chords on a pc! Ta Steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

Morris R	Morris R said 999 days ago (March 3rd, 2007)
	Fully Professional Fully professional, with great singing and very interesting arrangement. I really enjoyed this.

echoroom	echoroom said 999 days ago (March 4th, 2007)
	Welcome and hello Hi Morris - hi, and thanks for commenting. I read your bio page - garageband is extremely easy to use, and there are a lot of knowledgeable people on this site who can answer any queries - I look forwrad to your first posting. Steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

MasonAtom	MasonAtom said 999 days ago (March 3rd, 2007)
	first thing that hit me was.... Bowie. Which is good. Then the BIG, BIG drums come in... and it blows it all up. Cool beans. Mason Check out my latest song called Tiny Man Inside (Read Between the Lines)

echoroom	echoroom said 999 days ago (March 4th, 2007)
	Ta Mason ...Bowie gets compared to me ALL the time, it must be quite disheartening for him (Rachel says its 'cause of the warble in my voice). Ta for posting ... always glad to blow up. Steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

ledebutant

ledebutant said 999 days ago (March 4th, 2007)

Swoony
I think this is the missing track from Lexicon of Love...except that you outsing Martin Frye. That "you mean everything to me," is just spectacular.

I've been listening to this song all week. iTunes has the count at 35 plays and I'm sure it will be in the hundreds by this time next month. I covet the piano sound in the first third of the song like you wouldn't believe.

Your bridge makes me sick with jealousy and I believe there's a special punishment waiting for you down the line for sucessfully writing the adored/conquistador rhyme. Brilliant.

I know you think this is a somewhat non-traditional love song and I suppose it is, but I find the song very, very romantic. I think every woman would love to have her husband call her "his queen." Very swoony.

Your growth in production is astonishing. There's just so much that's great about this mix, the use of space, especially.

Basically, I'm eating my heart out. ;-)

Check out my latest song called Black Star (MJ Live Aid w/jgurner)

echoroom

echoroom said 998 days ago (March 4th, 2007)

swooned!
Hi Lisa - as always, I'm always waiting to see what you've got to say about my stuff.
Weirdly, I uploaded 'Lexicon of love' to my ipod yesterday - how spooky is that? Never thought of this track re: ABC, but I totally get that.
The piano sound at the start is a Logic Pro pre-set, which i HAD to use somewhere, so it got used in this track (though it will no doubt make another appearance in future).
This is a love song ... the only one I've ever really written, but I guess in my 'style'. To an extent, I didn't know what else I could add to the millions of love songs already written, but this came in a burst of inspiration and emotion, and i've written it as true to the feeling as I could.
One of my all time favs is 'Always on my Mind', which to me is about regret - you can love someone, but they are not always at the forefront of your mind. This song is similar - I spend hours at the weekend on the iMac, but at the end of the day that's not what is really important.

In terms of 'The Fountain', its about taking that walk in the snow with your loved one when the opportunity arises.

It's taken 12 years of marriage but what I'm most pleased about is that when one of those Moments of Perfect Clarity arrived, and I realised what matters, i was able to capture it. For that reason, this is probably the favourite of all my tracks.

Thanks for listening and commenting as always, and i appreciate you letting this one sink in before commenting - it means a lot to me.

LOL

Steve

Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

ManateeChili	ManateeChili said 981 days ago (March 21st, 2007)
	beautiful song what an amazing song. you don't need another person telling you how talented you are, but i will say it anyway. keep up the great work.

echoroom	echoroom said 980 days ago (March 22nd, 2007)
	Manatee! Thanks guy/girl (delete as applicable). When Rachel and I got married, we went to orlando to do it - we went to Sea World after the ceremony, and saw manatees for the first time (and adopted one) .... so she'll be thrilled that a Manatee likes her song! Thanks for stopping by, and watch out for boat propellers! LOL Steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

ManateeChili	ManateeChili said 980 days ago (March 22nd, 2007)
	boat propellers boat propellers make manatee chili!

echoroom	echoroom said 976 days ago (March 26th, 2007)
	awww! ... that's kinda sad and funny at the same time! Steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

ktb	ktb said 977 days ago (March 25th, 2007)
	blowin my mind man, you can write such killer tunes. What a range you have! the big crashing chorus with just a tasty sampling of synths awash in the background...The solo - simply awesome. This is the total real deal package. You should be on the Radio (all of them) Check out my latest song called Texas stump

echoroom	echoroom said 973 days ago (March 30th, 2007)
	Put me on the radio ... actually, yeah, I've got a good face for Radio! Ta KTB - I just wish I could've had some real guitar on this, but I have single string ability. LOL Steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

ElPeruano	ElPeruano said 967 days ago (April 4th, 2007)
	talent! Im loving this man. great production and vocals! I could see a little guitar behind this, especially when the intensity steps up a notch (i.e, the chorus). oh, theres the guitar at the bridge lol. oops. well, still, i was thinking some distorted grungy chords during the chorus, but thats just my own little thing keep it up!!! Check out my latest song called Requiem (w/ TNTrio)

echoroom

echoroom said 965 days ago (April 7th, 2007)

Hi Man!
Het El P - thanks for checking the track out. I played around with the guitars a lot on this - one of the reasons that the guitars don't get too heavy is that i struggle to mix 'em when they get too grungey, but I think you're spot on - it would've maybe added some needed bollocks to the chorus.

Thanks for stopping by - I heard some of your work a little while back and was mightily impressed!

LOL

Steve

Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

Bowman	Bowman said 933 days ago (May 8th, 2007)
	Palpable angst! Great tune fabulously sung. Best love song I've heard in a long time. Classic creation which I see has developed a quite a following. Best, -Bowman Check out my latest song called The Orion Express - MJ Space Race 2009 by Bowman

echoroom	echoroom said 933 days ago (May 9th, 2007)
	Angst ridden Thanks Bowman - it took me 42 years to get to writing a proper love song, and although there's bits in this that niggle me, I'm just satisfied that I captured that fleeting feeling. Thanks for stopping by. Steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

alexweiler	alexweiler said 921 days ago (May 20th, 2007)
	Wow! again one of your songs I'd like to see in the stores ... epic like Arcade Fire (a comparison drawn before on another song of you) ... professionally built up and performed. Two thumbs up! Check out my latest song called Roaming (Heavy Remix)

echoroom	echoroom said 921 days ago (May 20th, 2007)
	Thanks Alex.. ... I have a lot of influences, but Arcade Fire are a pretty big one currently ... but Bowies always lurking! Thanks for listening Steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

alexweiler	alexweiler said 920 days ago (May 22nd, 2007)
	... and I'm sure, Arcade Fire have heard from this big man, too. Check out my latest song called Roaming (Heavy Remix)

Axgrinder	Axgrinder said 917 days ago (May 25th, 2007)
	You've got talent Steve! I like everything about this. Your gonna go somewhere man! Thanks for sharing. By the way, I 3/4 Scot! Check out my latest song called Dark Circus

echoroom	echoroom said 916 days ago (May 25th, 2007)
	Going Nowhere! Hi Alvin - hey man, i'm 42 this year, and the only place I'm going is here - too old too rock n roll in the real world, that's why i love it here! i think i'm about 1/2 Scot - i was born in belfast, but my ancestors are all from Bonny scotland. LOL Steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

michael2

michael2 said 911 days ago (May 31st, 2007)

how
did i miss this one? this is an amazing track. it is a bit like suede, you are a real singer. really enjoyed this one. the breakdown ("just for one moment, it's a beautiful world") is really nice.

i just realized that we are the same age, and have the same outlook on growing old with at least a modicum of dignity.

Check out my latest song called Behind Enemy Lines (w/Bud and Particle Dots)

echoroom

echoroom said 911 days ago (May 31st, 2007)

Brett?
Yeah, it is a bit suede-ish - i think it's the kinda melodrama in the vocals. I always think everyone else is younger than me, so that's good to hear. I think having passed the big 40, age doesn't really bother me any more .... and i don't think I'm gonna grow old gracefully!

Appreciate your comments and your opinion michael - thank you.

Steve

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dolby

dolby said 869 days ago (July 11th, 2007)

Another blinder
Yep, without wishing to sound like a fawning imbecile splaying myself at your feet - this is bloody good! Why aren't you outselling Keane, Muse, Coldplay etc????? I can hear all those bands others have mentioned (even ABC) and this is up there with 'em. Blimey, I'm off for a pint.....

Phil

p.s I will find something in your track list to be critical about I promise:-))

Check out my latest song called You Can't Win Them All

echoroom

echoroom said 869 days ago (July 12th, 2007)

hah!
... don't worry, the quality tails off towards the bottom. Gentle Machine and They come with Smiles are probably the songs that have had the best reaction here. I'm generally pretty modest, but would rather listen to myself than Coldplay (the music is fine, but I can't stand his voice!). Anyway, i'm always looking for someone who can play guitar, so maybe there will be some future collab opportunities. Thanks for the interest Phil - I've had one quick listen to your new track, and will give some comments tonite ( after work - which unfortunately gets in the way of my second life).

Steve

Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

tbivans	tbivans said 868 days ago (July 12th, 2007)
	Another powerful song, that really speaks to me. You are quite the lyricist man. The breakdown during the Just for One Moment part is excellent - as is the short delayed guitar part. Keep 'em coming. Check out my latest song called Moody Night in the Den

echoroom	echoroom said 867 days ago (July 13th, 2007)
	Fake guitars Hi Tim - thanks, this is the only 'real' love song i've written ... i'm not really comfortable with them. the bridge part took the longest time to write, but is my favourite part of this, and I do like the guitar sound, although its played on the keyborad as I'm a terrible guitarist! Thansk for digging into my past! steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

steck	steck said 818 days ago (August 31st, 2007)
	What a player Hey Steve. "A - HA" I put this one to the top of my fav's of yours. Bridge was well worth the time working on - a piece of music on it's own really but blends in so well with the entire track. This oozes wide recognition/play over the air/web. Rachel said. Steck Check out my latest song called Fire In The Sky

echoroom

echoroom said 818 days ago (August 31st, 2007)

Back of the net!
Yeah, and I got massive brownie points from rachel for writing a song about her! I think the bridge makes this (though I wish i'd known racerat at the time, and he coulda put some real guitar on this), but to be honest, i just don't spend that long on songs anymore ... i'm too impatient. I think i need to write less, and spend more time on 'em.

Thanks for checking this out ... i'm strugling to keep up with your posts!

steve

Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

steck

steck said 732 days ago (November 25th, 2007)

Again
I listened to this upload again.

Would you have any objection if I alerted the Station Manager any KFRU.fm about this one as I think (personally) that this is a real Classic.

I was interested to note the *Public Domain* CC License which I had not seen before.

Either way - if it's OK with you, I would like to use an example such as this to broaden the remit of the MJ's community.

Grham

Check out my latest song called Fire In The Sky

steck	steck said 720 days ago (December 7th, 2007)
	Treble Bonus Treble Bonus Points Steve for the inclusion of this marv. track:- http://www.macjams.com/podcasts/ This remains one of many many personal fav's.... Check out my latest song called Fire In The Sky

echoroom	echoroom said 648 days ago (February 17th, 2008)
	Feel free... to use this as you wish! Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

lavalamp	lavalamp said 680 days ago (January 16th, 2008)
	Lava said..... That this is brilliant. You have outdone yourself. Many different elements. You might actually be too good. Everything is right and nothing is wrong. Dave Check out my latest song called Googolplex Times Zero

echoroom	echoroom said 648 days ago (February 17th, 2008)
	Hey Dave thanks for the pimp in the forums.... glad you liked it! Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

I. Spike	I. Spike said 659 days ago (February 6th, 2008)
	I dig IT! Love the dynamics! Production totally works. Very yummy. Check out my latest song called Mighty Cracker Fly

echoroom	echoroom said 648 days ago (February 17th, 2008)
	Wow Big fan of yours, so appreciate you stopping by - thanks Spikey. Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

Roxylee	Roxylee said 648 days ago (February 17th, 2008)
	Fantastic vocals and heartfelt message. You are a one man band, and you play everything so well! I'm glad I got to hear this. Rock on! :-) Check out my latest song called Sweet Grace

	said 648 days ago (February 17th, 2008)
	Yeah This one hits the spot. A nice nerve you struck through a most excellent mix and heartfelt vocals! Very nice guitar playing too!

echoroom	echoroom said 642 days ago (February 24th, 2008)
	guitars Thanks - they are all fake keyboard ones! Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

	said 629 days ago (March 7th, 2008)
	Great! This is really great song Steve. I'm enjoying your pieces.. And the work on this piece is just superb. Another amazing post ..... Thanks for sharing! Take Care - Yeman A. Al-Rawi

echoroom	echoroom said 629 days ago (March 8th, 2008)
	Yeman you must be tired from checking all these old songs out - thanks buddy! Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

saymme	saymme said 613 days ago (March 23rd, 2008)
	(!) Back for seconds...dl THIS is SO AWESOME IN EVERY WAY ...hope U get to do more collabs with Estellie, that one is awesome too...! tx HeLena

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