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 | lengold said 413 days ago |
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Immediate download - grabs you from the first line. This really is a great song and your performance top notch. Very impressive. Whenever I go into the country I also notice the stars - you never see any in London and I miss them very much. Enjoyed this song immensely. Cheers Len |
 | Rebsie said 413 days ago |
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Great stuff What great songs you write, Richard. This is superb, and you always seem to be able to come up with something different from all your other stuff, while still sounding like you. The lyrics are excellent. I spend a lot of time looking at the stars ... I always find them comforting. Nice just to gaze at them out of the window when lighting up a nice fat bifter. Your dream is kind of familiar to me too because I've taken many trips up to the stars in my head. |
 | Scott Carmichael said 412 days ago |
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Sweet... etherial mystery you've created this etherial atmosphere with your lyric... usually there will be reverbed murky keys and pads to achieve this... truely a creative wonderous song... this could be one the songs BIlbo sings before he heads out... if hobbits could sing this low... I'm on my 2nd listen and I want to hit the road... with no place to go... the song is infectious, an downloaded |
 | Karmatoburn said 412 days ago |
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super I agree with what Rebsie said. Always top shelf & unique and still a common thread like meeting old friends. The rhodes work is sonic silk. outstanding mix and vocal effort |
 | John Stebbe said 412 days ago |
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Simon Simon and Garfunkel is what sprang to mind upon hearing your opening guitar riffs. Something like "Me And Julio Down By The Schoolyard." Very tasty Rhodes/Wurly there in one of your layers. You're a real talent! Your vocals are very appealing. Reminds me a bit of Gilbert O'Sullivan, of "Alone Again, Naturally" fame, from the early 70s. Except your vocals have more edge than his. Well-suited for acoustic rock like this. |
 | Vic Holman said 412 days ago |
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nice! real nice groove. uptempo yet a bit dreamy as well. everything very well done. I would have to think early man must of figured the stars were campfires. and marshmellows had yet to be invented. |
 | Pete_NB said 412 days ago |
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Super Nova Great song here, from the soft vocals, groovin' guitar and tasty instrumental break at the end. Very enjoyable! |
 | VicDiesel said 412 days ago |
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Refreshing This song has a great groove, and the lyrics are interesting and not all that obvious after reading your introduction. Excellent stuff, writing, playing, and production. |
 | Reinholt56 said 412 days ago |
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Hi Richard..... The profile page is very well done. Professional throughout. It kept my interest whilst awaiting your song to be downloaded. The song is another gem. The guitar does have that Paul Simon feel but that's no bad thing. He's one of my all time favourite accoustic guitarists. The recording is very clear and well produced. All instruments used just enough to be an all around great mix, to me. Excellent stuff. Take care. Paul |
 | davisamerica said 412 days ago |
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yep this one makes u want to get up and go. paddler u r too cool and i always look forward to a new post...is like candy! keys on this one very nice and as always the vocal and lyrical content are outstanding. I really got to say bro. i really think u are one of the best! Very Nice! |
 | dynoMYSTIC said 412 days ago |
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* What they all said... top notch... a favorite! |
 | Moviz said 411 days ago |
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I'm a bit late commenting on this, (been away) and I knew I'd enjoy it before I even listened. I love your Lyrics always and the acoustic guitar and electric piano combined with your very distinctive voice, make this another great song from you. I just love your individuality, regards M |
 | SmokeyVW said 411 days ago |
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uplifting wow - the positive energy in this (i have spent many hours looking at the night sky, puts things into perspective i think) thanks |
| spooky.warrior said 411 days ago | |
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My 1st download I just stumbled upon this site and this happened to be my first download, however my family & I really enjoyed this song. Thanks for sharing! |
 | craft said 411 days ago |
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love the guitar playing... Your voice sonds great too... Really cool acoustic/Rhodes mixture here. Well done |
 | kristyjo said 411 days ago |
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You really are- multi talented. Yet, your voice is so distinctive, that I recognized it immediately. I love the Rhodes! Lyrics were otherworldly, yet familiar. |
 | Jim Bouchard said 411 days ago |
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perhaps This would be what Nick Drake would have sounded like if he wasn't so depressed. Maybe,Im way off base, though, this is unique and definitely a keeper. Love that end bit jam! Great stuff! |
 | timothy devine said 411 days ago |
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nice what rich sounds vocally. And the strumming acoustic guitars, nicely backed by the Rhodes style piano. Crisply baked rhythms. Really clean recording. All the sounds are nice and up front but not competing...at all every sound is perfect for this song and this sound. I miss this kind of music. what a well written song lyrics and chords and the performances are pro the rhythm change at the end is classic n outrageous with cool piano stuff in there-using the guitar (strings) as a rhythm instrument it is...so hip and very cool can you tell i liked it peace |
 | Diviner said 411 days ago |
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Reminds me of Cat Stevens and I like Cat Stevens (Yusuf Islam, not that you would need reminding) tracks. This is a really nice track. You do seem to make very pleasant songs that are very easy to listen to. Well Done Richard, I love all the elements to this track. Nice one. |
 | Ejh said 410 days ago |
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Everyone's responding... ...to that early 70's vibe here...S&G, Nick Drake, Cat Stevens...the "golden years" of acoustic rhythm guitar... I'd add in Joni Mitchell, based mostly on the opening strum against the percussion...echoes of Ian Anderson in some of the vocals...Reminds me of Mary Oliver's poetry in the lyrics... This sounds great. It's catchy and it has something to say without sounding strained, pretentious or forced...Kind of rolls right out... You never lose the groove, or burden it with too much 'extra'... Like the outro a lot... What else? Great lead vocal... Another for the iPod... Ed |
 | racerat said 410 days ago |
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warm Kind of soft and warm like listening to early Crosby, Stills and Nash on a rainy Sunday morning. I love your meandering acoustic and fender rhodes things. They are just so cozy. More importantly, I'm glad you got over your playing around with the "no Download button" idea. The little vamp/ reprise at the end is totally cool. What did you do the percussion with? Sounds like guitar case bongo. Philip |
 | The Orbiting said 410 days ago |
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Sigh I know we're supposed to say something intelligent, but I'm sitting here on the sofa tapping my feet and grinning and that's not conducive to intelligent comment, sadly. I love the rhythm guitar and I'm very impressed with your perfect time! I just love your voice, Richard. |
 | thetiler said 409 days ago |
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terrific rhythm you have that vocal gift! Cool resonation in your voice. That is the makings of a great song and you really build from there. Love the short effective organ sounds. You have a very nice catchy easy listening sound. That to my knowledge has a very distinct Paddler style! Way to go! |
| said 409 days ago | |
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How wonderful! Simply incredible. The lyrics are a poetic work of art. I love this song! |
 | Cori Ander said 409 days ago |
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Wow ..how can I say .. Wow .. how can I say this now, not to sound exaggerated .. but this is true .. well .. I thought your previous post was one very fantastic, your best. But now I feel this one is the best! Strangely enough there are many of your post which I feel are the best. This is gorgeous music! In my ears it is close to perfect productionwise, and yet so full of feel, mood and life. This puts my day in a better light. Even though it is clear outside and the sun is shining .. but this song makes the day brighter inside. You make an album soon. And remember us who loved you already before you became world famous. |
 | Komrade K said 409 days ago |
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Gosh! This could be something from that golden age of Island records at the turn of the seventies. So full of energy and drive with that great Rhodes sound and beautiful chorus. And what a crisp sumptuous, immediate production - I've been listening over speakers and this sounds fabulous. KK |
 | bud said 408 days ago |
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Beautiful tune - really carries me away - they way the chorus shifts up floats. Excellent production - wonderfully clear and present. You've definitely moved into new level lately. |
 | gail60 said 408 days ago |
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whoa...awesome I love this song and truly enjoy your voice. You did an exceptional job throughout. Very talented indeed! Thank you for sharing this great song. |
 | MacFerret said 407 days ago |
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Superbly crafted TAIL (Typing As I Listen) Love this. Great lyrics and I enjoyed the performance very much. I was drawn to listen because I did a song recently called Sagittarius Rising and I was curious to find out whether there were any similarities. Answer: none! Wow just listened to the middle 8 - that keyboard lifts it into a different dimension. Superb singing, really holds the pace and sits sweetly in the mix even though you are in the bass register for much of the song. All topped off with a great ending. |
 | Ibstrat said 406 days ago |
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I hear lots of popular singers like Jack Johnson,Bright Eyes,Iron & Wine etc. from stuff that my guitar students bring in.I think that your music is way beyond any of those guys.You absolutely should be a star.This is amazingly good. |
 | DWL said 406 days ago |
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A bit good Richard Consistency and variety. Just excellent. I missed this initially but it was worth catching it now. Great playing, singing, arrangement. Cheers Dick |
| Scott Carmichael said 406 days ago |
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I must comments again I've found myslf singing this during the day going about my business... that's the kind of thing I thought you would want to know... It's just that good |
| Jim Bouchard said 406 days ago |
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and again... This is just super! It's always popping up on my iPod in the "recently added" playlist and standing head and shoulders above most other songs on there. Really super! I love listening to this song! |
 | jiguma said 406 days ago |
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Bloody Gremlins! I was sure I'd posted a comment when I faved this. Excellent post - love the words, and the groove suits my sense of rhythm. Really well recorded, like the interplay between the acoustics, and the Rhodes sounds very nice indeed. Love the flow into the chorus - did I mention the production? :) Needless to say, I hear a fuller rhythm section, but then ..... I always do ;) Thanks Richard - good stuff! Neil |
 | Shire Knights said 400 days ago |
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Good Acoustic Groove The piano/electric keyboard interlude is awesome, then followed by the harder string strumming. I really like the bridge to the chorus. An overall really happy song that has a great vibe. |
 | dajama said 394 days ago |
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One of your best This is rhythmic, catchy, and very well-performed. Love the keyboards - lovely little touches providing a sweet contrast to the guitar. Great vocal performance. Great sound overall. I like this a lot. Peace. |
 | NorthPoint said 380 days ago |
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Shooting Star Richard, I liked this nice upbeat song very much. You have a soothing voice and everything here works perfects (vocals, guitar, rhodes, music, lyrics, production). This reminds me of a Jack Johnson song with Ian Anderson from Jethro Tull singing. It's wonderful. Nice to meet you, and I look forward to hearing more of your songs as I get more experience with the MJ community. Happy Holidays, Alan |
 | droop said 367 days ago |
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Being sorta new here I'm trying to get familiar with what folks are doing. I knew right off that I wanted to go through all your songs you have posted. I like this one a lot also. You have a talent for playing that right part that just makes the song feel good (the piano in this one). I love the ending......thought you were going into another tune for a second there. Enjoying your music, thanks. |
 | sschedra said 309 days ago |
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Nice! Richard, your impressions of nature come out real clear as do the other themes you mix together here. The tempo and style on this one are really right on. I am also impressed by the guitar and keyboards, they create just the right atmosphere. Kudos! You are a major talent, Stephen |
Really like the acoustic/Rhodes mixture here.
Nice, soothing vocal mix, but I think some background harmonies would give it a more ethereal feel. Perhaps it was only me that was expecting that.
Cool coda to close it out. ;)
--- Joe