Nice vocals, very laid back. This is just my opinion, but I would scale back on the use of the strings. Nice dramatic effect bringing them in on the 2nd verse, but leaving them on makes it lose that effect. I would also have them play some kind of counter melody rather than the straight chords (to avoid a 'droning' effect). Overall, very pleasant. Wish I had that voice. In my head I know I could sing if I just had the voice .

chas

My first impression was that I was hearing Dean Martin all over again. Great vocals, laid back as chas said. Keyboard work is fine, but I know you'd like to do more - and you will as your strength and stamina improve over the next many months. Welcome back, Gary.

Thanks for the kudos guys.

Chas, you are right on about the strings. After listening to the song again today, I realized they were a bit much and should have been subdued and later in the song, turned off and a counter melody utilized.

I'm still not up to par with my vocals, but the docs say this will improve with the exercise program and time. The song was recorded using Mix Craft4, one take for the keyboard and one for vocals. The keyboard is a PSR-3000, used the Fast Jazz style, third variation, second OTS, tempo of 100. The mic was the Samson Q7 fired directly through the keyboard with just a slight touch of reverb.

Thanks again,

Gary

Gary... great to have you back .... nice job ...
t.
PS ... and it only took 36 posts to finally get some music ... !!!
t.

[This message has been edited by tony mads usa (edited 09-08-2009).]

Gary,
You still got it Man,So cool and laid back,could surely listen to more,Thanks for posting

gilbert

Gary,
You still got it Man,So cool and laid back,could surely listen to more,Thanks for posting

gilbert

September in the rain makes October a pain... No pain in your performance, Gary. Smooth 'n cool...

Thanks for the music,
Dan

Gary...Just Got home from work, Just REAL relaxing to listen to Your Music...Sounds Great as Usual My Friend...Nice of You to Post Also...Now off to Fedex(25 miles) to ship an XP-80 Roland I repaired for a Friend...Just Amazing what can be done with a PSR-3000 when there's Talent Involved!...Just Think of ALL THE BUCKS YOU HAVE SAVED and EARNED!...Hummmmmmm....Harold

As cassp said, you're probably not up to 100% yet, but this was up to the usual 'Diamond' standard. Good on ya!