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New song, my band please check it out
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Alrod said:
It was just an improvised jam, there are some parts that I consider chorus-like parts. Thanks for the listen
modulusman said:Since this is the PA forum what kind of PA do you use.
It's a harbinger or harbringer, I think
I've been there, guitar and bass only. I feel that it was too repetitive to be an instrumental song.
Not to be too picky but it felt like the tempo slowed and speed up.
Other than that keep playing guys. I know how it feels. No drummer, no singer. Just you and a guitarist. You'll get a break if you stay at it.
Not to be too picky but it felt like the tempo slowed and speed up.
Other than that keep playing guys. I know how it feels. No drummer, no singer. Just you and a guitarist. You'll get a break if you stay at it.
I think you guys are in the beginning stages of something good. My recommendation is to keep playing and recruit a drummer, vocalist, and possibly another guitarist/keyboardist. The current guitarist should work on leads to give the music some flavor. I am kind of feeling the music its just that your chord progressions get old after a couple of measures. No matter what don't stop playing. I've been there. Sooner or later all the pieces will fall in place and chicks will be all over you. Best of luck!
Tomis17 said:
Thank you for the feedback. The song is meant to have vocals, but our vocalist at the time sounded horrendous singing it. Also, in my guitarist's defense, check out the other videos and his skill is validated and I sincerely hope you enjoy our music and videos.
xander8280 said:
Thank for your criticism. Yes being in a band with no drummer and singer is horrible and it's tough, but we're persevering. I didn't intend to play the whole song, but my guitarist decided we would during the song. The chorus/held chord part is intentional. Check out our other videos if you have the time
Ok, so I took you up on your "Check out our other videos" offer.
I think what would really help is if you guys practice to a metronome. On the song "Fading", at about :50 - 1:05 the timing is really off. The song "In your face" was all over the place in terms of timing. Take a look at the way both of you are tapping your feet at 1:02 - 1:05 during the song "Readymade". You both have a different sense of timing. A metronome will help you keep time, find the groove and help get you in the pocket. As far as tone goes, the bass is much too trebly/buzzy. The guitarists tone is not totally horrible. But again, there are timing issues. Over time I am sure the playing will get better too.
I don't mean to sound harsh, but you did ask for opinions/criticisms.
I think there is potential so keep working at it! And don't forget, Metronome/Metronome/Metronome.
I think it also needs to be said that I admire your passion and tenacity to post and share what you have so far. Never lose that...
I think what would really help is if you guys practice to a metronome. On the song "Fading", at about :50 - 1:05 the timing is really off. The song "In your face" was all over the place in terms of timing. Take a look at the way both of you are tapping your feet at 1:02 - 1:05 during the song "Readymade". You both have a different sense of timing. A metronome will help you keep time, find the groove and help get you in the pocket. As far as tone goes, the bass is much too trebly/buzzy. The guitarists tone is not totally horrible. But again, there are timing issues. Over time I am sure the playing will get better too.
I don't mean to sound harsh, but you did ask for opinions/criticisms.
I think there is potential so keep working at it! And don't forget, Metronome/Metronome/Metronome.
I think it also needs to be said that I admire your passion and tenacity to post and share what you have so far. Never lose that...
I checked out your "Lifeless Streets - Jam + Can't Show You ( Live)" song and I actually dig it with the exception of the limited vocals. Get a good drummer and that should get everything rolling for you.
Alrod said:
Criticism is welcomed. Thank you for your views and time spent. We are working on it. We've only been a band for about almost a whole year I think and at that time when the videos were recorded, we'd been a band for about 1 1/2 months haha. We still hadn't worked out stuff completely.
Did I witness a necktie? if so... +1
I have to agree with the timing aspect discussed earlier. If you can't find a drummer you may have the singer using a percussion device (tambourine, etc) if he is good at keeping time in the background. I know trying to keep timing while playing without a drummer can be challenging.
A drum machine or click track (with ear monitors) may work for you until you find a drummer. I would suggest adding more harmony by using chord changes or use of chord inversions to help give the song more depth. Not sure if you intended this to be a ballad or as an intro.
Keep at it you will get it.
I have to agree with the timing aspect discussed earlier. If you can't find a drummer you may have the singer using a percussion device (tambourine, etc) if he is good at keeping time in the background. I know trying to keep timing while playing without a drummer can be challenging.
A drum machine or click track (with ear monitors) may work for you until you find a drummer. I would suggest adding more harmony by using chord changes or use of chord inversions to help give the song more depth. Not sure if you intended this to be a ballad or as an intro.
Keep at it you will get it.
