"Peaceful Jazzy Feeling" feat. Andre (S240201EZ)

[irthlingz]

Okay, took Peter's suggestion and got the same Fiverr vocalist that Lamar used. New link in first post. Could still ask for revisions, so suggestions/feedback welcome! Thank you all!

[funsongs]

Okay, took Peter's suggestion and got the same Fiverr vocalist that Lamar used. New link in first post. Could still ask for revisions, so suggestions/feedback welcome! Thank you all!

Well, the lead is better, but the Chorus - IMHO - needs better/stronger harmony vocals.
NO - you're not competing with The Eagles - nevertheless, the old familiar "Don't bore us - get to the Chorus" -
is kinda to be expected for this iconic/classic song.

Harmony is the magical ear-candy that draws listeners into your song/music.

That's just my ears' opinion.

[irthlingz]

Okay, took Peter's suggestion and got the same Fiverr vocalist that Lamar used. New link in first post. Could still ask for revisions, so suggestions/feedback welcome! Thank you all!

Well, the lead is better, but the Chorus - IMHO - needs better/stronger harmony vocals.
NO - you're not competing with The Eagles - nevertheless, the old familiar "Don't bore us - get to the Chorus" -
is kinda to be expected for this iconic/classic song.

Harmony is the magical ear-candy that draws listeners into your song/music.

That's just my ears' opinion.

Peter, thank you! Just want to make sure you were listening to the latest, because we just finished re-doing the harmony vocals. The link is in the first post now, but I'll put it here, too:

Peaceful Easy Feeling with new harmony vocals (harmony starts around 1:40)

[funsongs]

Hmmm... well, at :43 (?) when the Chorus comes in, it still sounds like a solo voice... maybe I'm missing something?
If you're open to mix critiques still - the brushes could be pulled back a few DB.
Not to be discouraging - because I think you're onto a good interpretation, stylistically - I'm digging it.

When I mentioned Lamar Pecorino - I was meaning HIS Jazzy-vocal chops: a bit more in the Big Band/Swing/Crooner style.
I think he'd sound great doing this version of the song - if he's willing and wants to.

PS: sent you a PM with an example/idea.
Cheers.

[irthlingz]

Hmmm... well, at :43 (?) when the Chorus comes in, it still sounds like a solo voice... maybe I'm missing something?

Yes, harmony vocals only start around 1;40

If you're open to mix critiques still - the brushes could be pulled back a few DB.

Yes, think we will do that, thank you.

Not to be discouraging - because I think you're onto a good interpretation, stylistically - I'm digging it.

When I mentioned Lamar Pecorino - I was meaning HIS Jazzy-vocal chops: a bit more in the Big Band/Swing/Crooner style.
I think he'd sound great doing this version of the song - if he's willing and wants to.

Funny, because I talked with Lamar, and he thought you must mean the guy from Fiverr!

PS: sent you a PM with an example/idea.
Cheers.

I agree this could have been cool, but this being due tonight, think we will go with the lead from Fiverr this time!
THANK YOU, PETER!!! really appreciate your help!

[LamarPecorino]

Hmmm... well, at :43 (?) when the Chorus comes in, it still sounds like a solo voice... maybe I'm missing something?

Yes, harmony vocals only start around 1;40

If you're open to mix critiques still - the brushes could be pulled back a few DB.

Yes, think we will do that, thank you.

Not to be discouraging - because I think you're onto a good interpretation, stylistically - I'm digging it.

When I mentioned Lamar Pecorino - I was meaning HIS Jazzy-vocal chops: a bit more in the Big Band/Swing/Crooner style.
I think he'd sound great doing this version of the song - if he's willing and wants to.

Funny, because I talked with Lamar, and he thought you must mean the guy from Fiverr!

PS: sent you a PM with an example/idea.
Cheers.

I agree this could have been cool, but this being due tonight, think we will go with the lead from Fiverr this time!
THANK YOU, PETER!!! really appreciate your help!

I'm sorry if I misunderstood your needs. I would have been happy to provide a more vintage vibe to your track.

[StarkContrast]

The original song the first chorus doesn't have any harmony and is a solo vocal.

Hmmm... well, at :43 (?) when the Chorus comes in, it still sounds like a solo voice... maybe I'm missing something?
If you're open to mix critiques still - the brushes could be pulled back a few DB.
Not to be discouraging - because I think you're onto a good interpretation, stylistically - I'm digging it.

When I mentioned Lamar Pecorino - I was meaning HIS Jazzy-vocal chops: a bit more in the Big Band/Swing/Crooner style.
I think he'd sound great doing this version of the song - if he's willing and wants to.

PS: sent you a PM with an example/idea.
Cheers.

[funsongs]

The original song the first chorus doesn't have any harmony and is a solo vocal.

Hmmm... well, at :43 (?) when the Chorus comes in, it still sounds like a solo voice... maybe I'm missing something?
If you're open to mix critiques still - the brushes could be pulled back a few DB.
Not to be discouraging - because I think you're onto a good interpretation, stylistically - I'm digging it.

When I mentioned Lamar Pecorino - I was meaning HIS Jazzy-vocal chops: a bit more in the Big Band/Swing/Crooner style.
I think he'd sound great doing this version of the song - if he's willing and wants to.

PS: sent you a PM with an example/idea.
Cheers.

While that is true, more 'Contemporary' productions tend to cater to the 'less patient' audiences of today;
i.e: very little or no Intro, and 'go big, sing-along Chorus SOON'... is quite a departure from music from the era of The Eagles.
But, your point is understood; thanks.

[cosmicdolphin]

Thanks, Mark. I actually meant who we might hire in the future if we want someone to mix for us. (Though will look at the doc you reference, too!)

I would always advocate teaching yourself, if you you work through the book I linked you to then by the end of it you won't need to hire anyone and can put the money towards a professional singer

[irthlingz]

I'm sorry if I misunderstood your needs. I would have been happy to provide a more vintage vibe to your track.

Thanks, Lamar. We'll keep that in mind for the future!