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April skies is a lovely, classy song which progressively develops and tapers off at the end with single chinks on the keys! Very nice indeed! Lovely strings supporting! Do you play the piano here Paul?
"It's Christmas Time" is a fun number! They say Christmas songs are always popular and in demand! I will have to try and write one!
Hi Brogreede, you have been busy listening to a few of my songs! Thanks for taking the time and applying the stars! I read your message to Frank and it seems that you will be busy musically for a while! My songs are different from the norm since I just write the song that comes to me. My songs are usually stories. No more so than my latest which is called, "Nashville Calling" which is being played on many radios now in US, Britain And Canada! I can supply a link if interested! Thanks again!
Hi Jim......sounds great!...yes ..please pass on the link...would love to hear " Nashville Calling". TK-(Tony Keys)- BroGreede
Hi Tony, I read you have had it hard! Every knockback is another lesson in life, but we carry on! You are talented in more ways than one. I just had "Nashville Calling" Recorded two weeks ago in Nashville. Not sure how to get it to the wider public. It's on many indie radios but Commercial don't play indie music! I reckon the whole family would get up to dance if played at a function! You decide and hopefully enjoy! I like a good story! https://on.soundcloud.com/oystvBGVj BmgxB5TA
If it will not play, give me your email and I will send mp3. Cheers my friend!u
Oh, I see you have two of my songs in your Playlist! Thanks for listening! Maybe have a check on my, "I See Her Dancing" if you have time! My "One Night Stand" achieved No.1 in the Earth Chart here but "Jimmy" on here slated it in his review! We are all allowed our opinion I reckon as long as it is also supportive! Cheers finally, jim
A warm thanks for your stars for "When you gonna Hit"! The Title just came to me as I was humming, but don't know what inspired it! The story just seemed to evolve by itself: You know I love a story., As usual for me, the transpired Lyric was far too long, so cut, cut and cut again! I listened to "My Favourite Memory" again because it evoked that nice calmness I experienced the first time of hearing. If I could, It would have merited another five stars! This time I played and enjoyed, "Written in the Stars"! You have not produced one song I do not like, which is Testament to your creative ability! On listening to "Written in the Stars", I could imagine a lone violin (possibly electric) weaving its own melodic path in harmony with! Jeana, do you sometimes create Ensembles with your violin or viola? That I would love to hear if you have any recordings! Cheers, Jim.
Hi Jim- thanks again for your kind words and listening. You have a good idea to add violin or viola to my pieces. I don't really have a set up for that (my equipment probably has some way) I'm very limited in my knowledge of production! Maybe I will explore the idea in the future. Are you vacationing in Spain? Maybe you will have a new song idea sparked from your trip. :-)
Yes, a weeks break in Spain! Inspiration comes and goes if you don't jot it down or record it asap. I stopped walking two days ago and recorded what I was humming, which to me sounded good for an emotional duet. It is a real pity about Bob leaving here! He is right in what he says financially. I have had two gifted opportunities to use for weeks now but know the system is skewed against us. Lovely people I have connected with like yourself! Possibly, emails shared may be the way forward for me. Networking is really vital and knowledgeably supportive I reckon! Take care!
Thanks for supporting my song, "One Night Stand" Jay!
Just Look at me is such a Powerful song! Great music at its best. You have a Cracker here! And is made for your superb vocals. I'm a fan! So talented!
So delicate a song with your sensual vocals. Just made for you! Just love the slide! Oh so Supremely constructed and performed! Def 5 stars!
Real Lovely song, really suits your vocals. So sensual, especially low notes. Great slide! A well constructed and oerfirmed
Hey Jim Aitken-- thanks for the listen and the stars on my new song "The Last Of Me" --- much appreciated... have a great weekend and keep creating!!!
I like good music. You fit the bill! I see my song, One Night Stand" has just secured No.1 on the Earth Chart here! Superb!
Hi Jeana, good to visit your music again! Always glad to connect with you! After a cold winter( but minus snow this year) it is wet here in Scotland but the sunshine is surely around the corner! The frost did not stop me golfing in our winter league which I won! Looking forward to holiday in Spain in a couple of weeks, where it is quite warm. Shorts and t shirt country! Hope sun is now shining on you! I enjoyed your "Spring Birds" and could envisage them hopping about but, "Until we Meet Again" I found quite sad. I suppose that is a compliment since the emotion felt, matches the Title! How are you doing!
Hi Jim--great to hear from you! Sounds like you had a good winter and nice that you won your golf league! A little frost won't hurt. :-) It's officially tornado season here, which we just had severe storms two days ago. Thanks for listening to Spring Birds and Until We Meet Again and the stars. I appreciate it! My cousin passed away which inspired Until We Meet Again, so it does sound sad. But life goes on, and springtime is a time of renewal, thus Spring Birds. :-) Hope you have a great time in Spain! All the best, Jeana P
Massive thanks for you endorsing my music as "Folk" on here. Any recognition by my peers here (especially highly accomplished ones like yourself) is supremely appreciated! I read also that you are being recognised with tangible uptake in movies etc.! Bravo!!! My portfolio of music is small but with some quality! I am sure there is a market for some of it! Can you point me in the direction of a reputable company where I may promote and submit for opportunities in tv, film, ads, artists, etc.? Thanks again Cheers, Jim
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Had to listen to "Lie With Me" again Sarah. Love it! I see you have Country in your Intro! I wrote my song, "Reach The Sky" for a female singer, but during Covid I just let Tim Patterson (Country singer) from Florida sing it! He is good, but I really wanted a girl to sing it! I even made a Music Video to suit a female. It is a story of someone brought up in the country who gets a job in the city but yearns to return to the country! Can I please request that you watch my video "Reach The Sky" (it is on my site here) and if you are up for it, consider singing it in your best Country Vocals? I could send you the recordings of music backing without vocals. There's a challenge!
Just had a listen - love those classic country vibes :D might not get round to it super quickly, but I could totally have a go for you!
Absolutely superb! The time is no problem! There is no pressure nor deadlines. I'm just delighted I'll hear it with a female Country singer as was intended. I have music in both, wav and mp3 formats. Which would you prefer? It would probably be better communicating by email Sarah, for sending mp3 and Lyric Sheet. If wav file preferred I could send via "We Transfer". My email: jim.a.aitken@gmail.com Once you have music and Lyric sheet it's up to you! I will not pester nor enquire. Hope you have fun with it! Cheers, Jim
I forgot! I will obviously apply the finished song to the video!
I'm afraid I only write songs (Lyrics and the Music) and send my twelve string and vocal recording to select artists, usually from Fiverr, to create the music and vocals. A bit similar situation where, Elton creates the music and sings but Bernie Taupin writes his Lyrics! Have you looked at "Fiverr"? If you have your own recording gear you could do very well!
Ohh how interesting - I have heard of it but for some reason never considered going on it. That's such a good tip, thanks!
Massive thanks for my "One Night Stand" five stars! Your "I Can Keep The Ring" certainly deserved them! I will gladly catch up with more of your songs. Cheers, jim
thanks Jim.
My apologies, "YOU Can Keep The Ring"
Hi Allison, l love "You Can Keep the Ring"! Title made it no surprise what the song was about, but I think you have a real sentimental Cracker there! So simple lyrics match the somber melody and singer performs as if it were emotionally them!
"Full of Beer" is in same mode as 'Lift up a Bottle"! I like your great lyrics! "Dream with me" is different from others I have heard? Shows your sensitive side! You are a multi talented artist! Sure, we should listen to each others craft. I do not have many songs, since I wrote and recorded my first song (and maybe best) "The Promise" in 2021. So, it will not take you long to hear them.
Thank you Jim-- Very kind comments..... I enjoy trading listens with you and I know I have had one or more of yours come up in review process, I will make it a point to hear more on your list. Have a great day!
Likewise Barry, I've enjoyed your songs and will obviously hear more! Appreciate the stars for my two songs! Sing on brother!
What a Cracking song, "Stay" is! Your vocals are at their sensual best! Loved it! Sounded best with the ear plugs! It really came alive with the beat later on! And Thanks for the five stars for my two songs! Where do you Gig?
Oh thank you so much :) And you're very welcome re your songs, they're fab! Not so much gigging at the moment, but when I do, mostly around Stirling :) what about yourself?
I love, "Lie With Me"! You sing it with heart so well! "Away From me" is also a Lovely production! Can't beat the Scots! Ha! Of mine, I can recommend "The Promise", "One Night Stand" and "
And, "I See Her Dancing"! Enjoy, when you have time!
I will listen to more of your songs! They have earned the five Stars!
Hey Jim, Thanks so much for listening to my music, and for the lovely comments! Had a listen to your music too and loving it. In particular, really enjoy your lyrics!
"Life in 3/4 Time" was an epic song! I like your lyrics! A bit like mine which are mostly progressive stories! You create a great production sound!
"Those few dreams" sounds very John Denvery! That's a compliment on your lyrics, guitar play and especially, vocals! And thanks for selecting my, "One Night Stand" for your list. Would be happy to befriend on here if ok.
Waow! You boys are hitting the ground running! Success and recognition in many areas! Which did you say is your most popular song? I really appreciate the recognition of you five starring my "Drift Away" Ensemble here! I am also personally chuffed that you have Endorsed me for Composer/Songwriter! I have 3 songs in Scotland Top Ten Chart and No.1 of course! Ha! My "One Night Stand" was voted Song of the Month here by peers which was unexpected and brought a years membership! Nice! Many of my songs (including "Drift Away Ensemble") are now on Playlists and Compilation Albums through Compigram and Boomplay. My "Dear Jane" is on "Museboat Radio" this Sunday evening from 10.00 pm London, or 5.00 pm New York time. You can make comment during the show: Only if you are free!
I reckon Starbuckville Damn is an immediate Classic awaiting! Great Instruments, Music, Lyrics and vocals. A real neat song sung with emotion.
Thanks so much for that generous feedback. Tho it's a true story written straight from the heart, it's a hard song to get an artist to cut. Thanks again Jim for the friendship.
You deserve the five stars I gave, for a great song. I will hear more of yours Eric.
Looking forward to listen to your music this evening Jim.
Sorry I don't sing! I'd love to sing like you. I can only write Lyrics and The music! I have used Kimberley Dunn, Ottawa and Tim Patterson, Florida. Found them both on "Fiverr"! Of my songs, I can recommend, The Promise, One Night Stand (depends if you like a male or female version), I See Her Dancing and Dear Jane! They are all different, but I like a story! Speak later!
Well, I reckon you are ready! Do you only play yourself or with other musicians? I only hear your guitar! Glad to bestow five stars to two of my favourites.
So far its just myself and the guitar. I used to play with my Dad a lot. He was the original honky tonk player. Haha
Hi Unc, firstly really appreciate your five stars for my, "One Night Stand" on here. It is proving quite popular elsewhere as well! It's actually on Museboat radio tonight (Sunday) 10.00 pm BST (5.00 pm in New York). I'm sure it is the fifth song played. I have been enjoying your songs here. Your "Precious Pain" and "Carved in the heart" are poignant. You have great vocals and my favourite is "Thank God for the Whiskey" and "Round We Go". I will listen to more! Keep em coming! Which others do you recommend I hear? Of mine, I recommend, "I See Her Dancing", "The Promise", "Dear Jane"!
That is huge wonderful news, I am going to scroll thru the radio and see if I xan catch your sing. NY ? I am originally from NY way North close to Canada though. You are awesome and im heading to your channel now bud. Congratulatiins again on the Radio coverage. Well earned !!!!
Do you play at venues?
I dont yet but am wanting to this year.
Hi Highsmith, really appreciate your five stars for my, "One Night Stand". Thanks! I was delighted that it won the song of the month in November. Had a listen to a couple of your songs. Touching song, "One Fine Day". Great to h@ve a video for your songs also. I have only used stills for my video attempts. Where would I get movies free to use? Cheers, Jim
Hi there Thanks for the kind comments We use free video clips from pixabay most of the time but I tend to green screen them one over another using different clips in iMovie and flip them round with black and white or comic versions of the same clip. For lyric videos I often use keynote which is apple version of PowerPoint and mix keynote with iMovie plain backgrounds or videos. All depends how complicated you want them! Hope that helps.. just ask if you need any more info regards Jill from Highsmyth
Love "The Town Where I Live"! Both versions! Really nice vocals so easy to listen to. Thanks Sharon, will listen to more! You should maybe give my, "The Promise", "One Night Stand" or "I See Her Dancing"! I can hear your vocals doing them justice! Hummed along then with the Instrumental! Top song!
Thanks Jim!
Congrats on your "One Night Stand" contest win! Well-deserved honor for you. It's a great song. :-)
Hi Jeana, Really great to hear from you! Thanks for your kind message. Sorry I have not been in touch for a while. I have been chasing my tail this Summer! Golf, Bowls, Allottment (growing Veg) Promoting my songs in Playlists, Creating music and lost an Uncle, Neice and a couple of good friends etc! How did you know of One Night Stand Winning? I have not seen anything on the site. It carries a free years subscription. Im afraid i do not hold out much hope of achieving anything on Broadjam apart from this Internal Comp! My music which has been selected by Promoters on here has produced No Return through Licensing! How are you keeping, whats are the dogs up to and whats new on your Music? I have listened to your music on ocassions. Time is not mine! What do you recommend I should listen to? Cheers, Jim
Hi Tony/Rex, Have to thank you for the 5's for "Space In Between". Well, I guess I didn't have to, but, you now, professional courtesy and all. When do you find out about the UK thing? Bill a.k.a. MrBill
Mijnheer Bill, UK contest. I don't know, could announce any time now is my guess. Trying to temper my expectations, can't doubt this final stage is brutal. When i listen to and re-analyze my submissions, maybe they are 'ok', but it isn't hard for me to rationalize their not making the cut. We'll see. In any case, I ain't quittin'. T.
Hi Rex, I had 5 Semi Finalists! Didn't go further though!
You have quite recently joined here I see. What attracted you to my "One Night Stand"! Is it your taste? Do you recommend that I hear specific songs of yours on here! Be glad to have a listen! Of mine, you could try, "The Promise", "Drift Away", "I See Her Dancing" and "Reach The Sky"! They are maybe not as professional as yours but please enjoy!
Listened to Drift Away ad Reach the Sky, those are pretty decent tracks ! My only remark would be that production may lack a little something (a good mastering maybe?) but except from that, you definitely know what you're doing there
Appreciate you giving five stars to my "One Night Stand"! How did you find it on here? I like your "In Need Of Love"! Could have listened to more, it is quite short. Great vocals and very good beat and melody! Good for the dancefloor! A Hit maybe!
Hey, not sure... Somewhere in a Top 10 I guess ? Thanks for your feedback, not really representative of what I usually produce but well I'm trying to push my own boundaries ;)