Return confusion...
Posted: Tue May 07, 2019 5:12 pm
Hi All,
I just got a return I am confused about. I listened to 2 forwards of the same listing and I think my recording is right up to par. But maybe I am dead wrong. Just thought I would share it with you!
The listing was
<<<< Y190403CS RE-IMAGINED COVERS of well-known SONGS with Male, Female, or Duet Vocals are needed by a super well-connected Publisher for a wide range of Film, TV, and Commercial placements.
Here is my song (I don't know how to link to it on TAXI)
https://soundcloud.com/lindacullum/both ... um/s-VjSq3
my return reasons were "Vocal Performance, Recording, Stylistically Off Target
Message: Hard to take on this classic ballad by Judy Collins! It would be tough to pitch this rendition unfortunately as it doesn't seem to stand on its own. The client is looking for broadcast quality for sync opportunities. Sounds like it is still in the demo stage unfortunately. "
BTW it is Joni Mitchell, not Judy Collins. I can understand that my vocal may have prevented this from going forward but it doesn't really say. What is not broadcast quality? I am using all the latest software for production, have compared etc for quality. Thought it was right up there.
How is it Stylistically Off Target? I thought we could be as creative as we liked, any tempo, genre, style...
What makes it not stand on its own?
And "Still in the demo stage?" What makes this that way?
I have had returns on songs/cues that were not near as well crafted as this that said the quality was great, just not right for the scene. What on earth have I done to make this sound like a demo and not broadcast quality?
I am not expecting you all to put time into this but thought you may find it interesting!
Best to you,
Linda
Back to the listing:
NOTE: We’re not giving any references for this request, as we think they might be more limiting than helpful. You are encouraged to use your imagination!
Put your thinking caps on, ladies and gents, and send this company re-imagined versions of well-known songs – aka HITS – delivered in ways that are noticeably different from the style and approach of the original. This company will consider a cover of ANY commercially released Song in ANY Genre, Tempo, or Style.
Be creative! There should be some originality to your cover; it can’t sound like the original. It has to be unique and able to stand on its own. Still, you’d be wise to try to stick to the original melody and lyrics of the song(s). This will keep it grounded in the listener's mind, while still giving it an entirely new stylistic treatment. For example, if the song was a fast Punk song originally, try creating a dreamy, Folky, or Country/Singer/Songwriter version. If it was a huge Rap/Hip-Hop hit with a male rapper, try a slower, Singer/Songwriter version that’s acoustic-based with a delicate female vocal. You get the idea! Mix it up, change it up, and mash it up! The sky’s the limit for this request!
If you take the time to notice, you'll see and hear quite a few movie trailers, TV promos, and TV commercials that use re-imagined songs. Take notes and master the methodology!
Your Songs must be well recorded, clean, and at least 2:00 in length. Broadcast Quality is needed.>>>
I just got a return I am confused about. I listened to 2 forwards of the same listing and I think my recording is right up to par. But maybe I am dead wrong. Just thought I would share it with you!
The listing was
<<<< Y190403CS RE-IMAGINED COVERS of well-known SONGS with Male, Female, or Duet Vocals are needed by a super well-connected Publisher for a wide range of Film, TV, and Commercial placements.
Here is my song (I don't know how to link to it on TAXI)
https://soundcloud.com/lindacullum/both ... um/s-VjSq3
my return reasons were "Vocal Performance, Recording, Stylistically Off Target
Message: Hard to take on this classic ballad by Judy Collins! It would be tough to pitch this rendition unfortunately as it doesn't seem to stand on its own. The client is looking for broadcast quality for sync opportunities. Sounds like it is still in the demo stage unfortunately. "
BTW it is Joni Mitchell, not Judy Collins. I can understand that my vocal may have prevented this from going forward but it doesn't really say. What is not broadcast quality? I am using all the latest software for production, have compared etc for quality. Thought it was right up there.
How is it Stylistically Off Target? I thought we could be as creative as we liked, any tempo, genre, style...
What makes it not stand on its own?
And "Still in the demo stage?" What makes this that way?
I have had returns on songs/cues that were not near as well crafted as this that said the quality was great, just not right for the scene. What on earth have I done to make this sound like a demo and not broadcast quality?
I am not expecting you all to put time into this but thought you may find it interesting!
Best to you,
Linda
Back to the listing:
NOTE: We’re not giving any references for this request, as we think they might be more limiting than helpful. You are encouraged to use your imagination!
Put your thinking caps on, ladies and gents, and send this company re-imagined versions of well-known songs – aka HITS – delivered in ways that are noticeably different from the style and approach of the original. This company will consider a cover of ANY commercially released Song in ANY Genre, Tempo, or Style.
Be creative! There should be some originality to your cover; it can’t sound like the original. It has to be unique and able to stand on its own. Still, you’d be wise to try to stick to the original melody and lyrics of the song(s). This will keep it grounded in the listener's mind, while still giving it an entirely new stylistic treatment. For example, if the song was a fast Punk song originally, try creating a dreamy, Folky, or Country/Singer/Songwriter version. If it was a huge Rap/Hip-Hop hit with a male rapper, try a slower, Singer/Songwriter version that’s acoustic-based with a delicate female vocal. You get the idea! Mix it up, change it up, and mash it up! The sky’s the limit for this request!
If you take the time to notice, you'll see and hear quite a few movie trailers, TV promos, and TV commercials that use re-imagined songs. Take notes and master the methodology!
Your Songs must be well recorded, clean, and at least 2:00 in length. Broadcast Quality is needed.>>>