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A review by Raymond Porter
(about "A Shower Of Blows") An unusual song but a good one. There
is a very inventive chord structure that leads the listener in unusal
ways that help maintain the interest. Very well recorded and performed.
Raymond Porter, Aberdeen, Scotland, U.K.
A review by Sara Lynn
(about "A Shower Of Blows") Interesting...... This music really
isn't my cup of tea; but, for people who like something a little jazzy/pop
and "off the wall" they would likely really enjoy this. It is very
retro like something you'd hear during the "Carpenters" era. The lead
vocal has very loungy phrasing and tone - almost threatrical vocal
which is interesting but puts a whole new twist on this music. Perhaps,
this is a song that would work on the stage for a production of that
kind? This piece is really not something I could imagine hearing on
commercial radio; but, not every song has to go in that direction.
Sara Lynn, Lower Mainland, Canada
A review by Rosana Caban
(about "A Shower Of Blows") This isn't a bad song, but it feels
very incomplete. With some better recording and production techniques,
this song could be used in a jingle, or childrens show... which is
great because they pay well. The software instruments make this sound
a bit dated and amateur. Chord structure is fine. It's very "textbook"
sounding and could use a little more original instrumentation and
experimentation, but it works. This is a decently written song, but
look at it this way: If your song is amazing but the quality of sound
is bad, it's going to be hard to sell it, the same way it would be
hard to sell a car with chipped paint and dents that otherwise runs
great. Sometimes, drum fills give away the fact that you're using
software/synth drums. Try not to put too many snare hits close together
if you're using MIDI unless you're really confident with your production
skills. A little reverb goes a long way with MIDI drums. The strings
are a bit high in the mix, also giving away the fact that you're using
synthesizers or MIDI. Look at it more like something to use as background
filler, not necessarily something you want to stand out in a mix.
Try using a violin sound, then doubling it with a "string section"
sound. You can make a synthetic violin section sound much more real
that way. Hope that helps. Rosana Caban, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
A review by Michael Hightower
(about "Take It Over") I like this intro--lot of promise here. There's
a bit of disconnectedness in the performance which makes me suspect
this was recorded in a home studio using multiple takes. I could be
wrong, of course, but there's a feeling of a multi-talented artist
working with a singer. Whether that's the case or not, I think this
could be fixed with some slightly better mixing (piano needs some
stereo separation, drums feel narrow as well). Actually, in general,
there's a narrowness to the production. So, the vocalist: I like her.
And the harmonies such as around 2:22 are very nice. The changes,
such as around 2:35 are really good as well. The chorus around 3:00
(I'm typing, so I'm losing track of the time) could use some more
differentiation from the verses. This is a production issue more than
a performance issue. There's definitely an enthusiasm for playing
this music here. It doesn't sound overrehearsed or lifeless --it's
quite lively and energetic. Yay! What a relief to hear. Hmm, we're
at 4:15 and it sounds like it should be fading out, but there's another
minute or so. Ah, a guitar solo. This solo seems awkwardly placed
here, to be honest. Perhaps moving it after the 2nd chorus and then
finishing up on the outro that seemed to be happening around 4:15
would be a slightly tighter structure. Michael Hightower, Chicago,
Illinois
A review by Ken Campbell
(about "Take It Over") I really like the guitars subtle wah rhythms.
Excellent voice! Very nice guitar solo, felt like i was waiting for
it. Ken Campbell of the band SICFAIST, St Louis, Missouri
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A review by Steve Sperry
(about "Take It Over") Vocals cool, but a bit typical.. nice piano
work..great rhythm. needs more and stronger dynamics, more drive.
good baking vocals and doubling. Song overall is too formulaic, wanting
to hear a more inventive bridge... nice guitar at the end, almost
Steely Dan sounding. Steve Sperry, Tampa, Florida
A review by Nathan Brown
(about "Take It Over") The mood is cool. I like the dirty piano
a lot. The vocals are good, I like how quick they came in so I don't
have to wait. The drums are cool with the bass drums complimenting
the piano. The wah guitar ats a good touch and I like it in the chorus.
I would suggest the vocals adding more layers to give more affect
so people know it is the chorus. Great song though... I love it. Nathan
Brown, Worthing, United Kingdom
A review by Carl Nichols
(about "Take It Over") Great song!! This song is good. Starts out
simple but builds up to a lot more. I especially like the dynamic
between the bass, vocals and keys. Carl Nichols, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
A review by Rihki Kennebrew
(about "Take It Over") Sweetness is hearing live music... smooth
feel, plush groove, and vocals are strong and silky. Very guitar keys
and guitar work, overall production great. Good job, very very nice!
Rihki Kennebrew, New York
A review by Dirk SV
(about "Take It Over") Quite a danceable and well sung track. The
instrumentation sounds classically funk. With some modern sounds it
could be something Like En Vogue. The rhythms are uplifting and the
guitar solo at 4.30 sounds Santana-like, clear and climasing well.
Towards the end a change in chords could help make it a bit more unique.
Dirk SV, Amersfoort, Netherlands
A review by Jeff Roberts
(about "Take It Over") Oh cool jazz chords on the piano intro--it
sounds Steely Dan meets the Isley's. The vocal production is a tad
to dry and dull. Good vocals --I'd counsel to avoid overuse of mannerisms
(the Chaka Kisms). I think you need a bigger bass/drums/guitar presence
here, with a more chord-oriented guitar part (avoid the constant lead
playing with wah). Alternate the choppy, staccato chord stabs with
some legato, sustained chords for better interest and flow. Steely
Dan is a perfect example of how to do this. This is good work; it's
not great yet but could be with a savvy arranger/producer at work.
Jeff Roberts, Charlottesville, Virginia
A review by Anthony Bennett
(about "Take It Over") ...Fast paced hot stuff! Nice vocals, lots
of range alot happening here, there is nothing wrong with this song,
it's hard to say anything negative excpect that it sounds similar
to alot of your competition... Consider adding some harmonies? Well
good luck! Anthony Bennett, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
A review by Troy & Will
(about "Take It Over") This track is Funky! make me wanna grab a
guitar and bring out the doo doo face and step to the front of the
stage and start playing the guitar if I could. I like the track, vocals
are pretty good, this is another track that I can see on a tv add
or movie. Troy & Will, Elk Grove, California
A review by Chuck Farg
(about "Take It Over") Wow, very good groove going on here. Backed
by a great singer, players, recording. The rhodes and b3 sounds add
to the groove big time here. Bass has the funk as it should. Great
guitar solo with his "own sound" which is nice. Complex vocal mix
sits just right in the mix... out front were it belongs. An obvious
pro level band doing the thing they do best. Chuck Farg, East Patchogue,
New York
A review by Scott Martin
(about "Take It Over") The production of the song is great - all
the instrumentation is clean and pretty well-balanced. I like the
hook, but it felt like it took too long to get there the first time.
Cool break into the solos - I would have enjoyed a more rampant Hammond-type
solo. It felt a little nebulous between the organ/guitar solo. The
guitar solo was solid, although in the mix it felt a little too up
front to me. The fade seemed to happen too quickly at the end, too
- I was into it and would have enjoyed a long tail. Scott Martin,
Cleveland, Ohio
A review by Terry Downey
(about "Take It Over") A good start! LEAD VOX - interesting tone,
unique but needs more perfecting especially in her dynamic changes
and keeping her pitch.
RHYTHM GTR - the funk is doing its thing in this song.
KEYS (piano) - like the keys in this song: very cool, it makes everything
stand out
ELECTRIC KEYS - has its little solo, it's pretty good
GTR - solo levels need more work
Overall the mood is pretty, live and funky! Terry Downey, New Westminster,
Bc, Canada
