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Alright all, I believe this is MY first song to be finished here.  This started as nothing more than a cheaply recorded idea of a vocal melody and its lyrics, inspired by my own battle with cancer just last year. 

Then Robwood came in and made it into an actual song.  And, many more of MCS's bests came aboard to help make it complete.  I love what it has become, and I hope you all enjoy it as much as I enjoyed doing it. 


A big THANKS to the crew:  Ali Kat-singer/songwriter
                                      Robwood-guitar and composition
                                      Tubes-bass & vocal engineer
                                      Jaaman-piano/strings/organ
                                      Sternen-organ
                                      Ken Grover-Drums
                                      Nick T-mix & master engineer

Man there's alot of really talented people on this one.  Hope I didn't forget anyone or anything!  You all rock!


STILL WALKING
Ali Kat
2007

Just brushed shoulders with death today.
He didn't have very much to say.
I looked him straight into his eyes and said,
"Sorry mister but I won't die.
You see me breathing, you see me cry,
Just more to prove I'm still alive.
There's far to much in life yet to do.
I won't give up to go with you.
I'll get up, brush off, and keep on walking."

A little bruised, a little sore,
Nothing that I can't ignore.
My angel's working overtime
Pushing me over the walls I climb.
My heart is beating, my body's fine.
Just more to prove, I'm still alive
There's far too much in life yet to do
I won't give up, no I"ll push through.
I'll climb up, jump down, and keep on walking.

I'm destined to move on
At least for today.
And, I'm proving that I'm strong.
And, that I'm here to stay.
Baby let hold on and thank god that I'm still walking
It's a miracle that I'm still walking.
Watch me walk away.

Well I know that I'm strong,
And its here I belong
At least it is for today.
So watch me go on as I keep walking
Watch me walk away,
Watch me walk away.
                                     
« Last Edit: February 08, 2009, 10:09:12 PM by Ali Kat »
"Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls; the most massive characters are seared with scars." (Kahlil Gibran)


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What a great song by everyone!
Ali you are amazing!!
Congratulations!!
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This song is a Treasure. A jewel. It turned out really nice. More or less Fantastic. Props. Well yes.  :D

I made some comments on the project thread and more or less the mix sets well and sounds great.
Everything about this song is great. The groove, The drums, bass, piano, vocals, organ, mix, lyrics, vocals,
Guitars, Strings, Mix & Master. All of those things combined with some dedication, and some talent in the mix, and that's the start of a bran new very cool song.

Cong rats to everyone. Thanks for letting me play on it. I like that style and enjoyed being part of a
inspirational project.  This song was a challenge to work on.  :-X

You guys are all talented from head to toe  8)   

Best of luck

Tubes  ;)


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This is an excellent song!. Every aspect is balanced and complete. Very professional. Congratulations.
AJ


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Awesome !

It's got real depth and meaning in the lyrics and some great performances. 

I can picture you on stage in a fancy cocktail club belting it out just like in they do in the movies, with a big band behind you.

Let me know if you want the video directing !

I can't believe this is your first one....make sure you keep walking...and writing. :)

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Sounds really great Ali. Can't go wrong with all these talented people around here. Your vocals are always a pleasure to listen to. Always filled with emotion. The mix sounds nice and clear and all the instruments really stand out. Congrats on completing your first collab here. Hope you stick around for many more. We need ya !!  :)

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Ali -

I couldn't lay off this. I just wasn't happy with the mix.

You may not like the new mix, but it more true to the way I heard it.

Hope you enjoy it,

Nick
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Sounds great Nick, and thanks for the extra effort.  It means alot! 

AK
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Man, Nick, this is just superb! :) :) :) I love how I can hear every nuance of Ali's vox, yet I'm hearing everything else with crystal clarity as well.  Great, great! :)  I'm glad you stuck to your guns on this one!

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Nick, my original post has been modified to the newest version.
"Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls; the most massive characters are seared with scars." (Kahlil Gibran)


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Nick,

The new mix is actually better. Hard to believe. To everyone, nice job on this song all the way around.
AJ


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Man, Nick, this is just superb! :) :) :) I love how I can hear every nuance of Ali's vox, yet I'm hearing everything else with crystal clarity as well.  Great, great! :)  I'm glad you stuck to your guns on this one!

rob

Rob - Thanks!

Nick, my original post has been modified to the newest version.

Cool Ali - You have both mixes. Let me know if you want the master ape'd.

Nick,

The new mix is actually better. Hard to believe. To everyone, nice job on this song all the way around.
AJ

Thanks AJ - Took a different approach to the new mix.
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Very nice - good writing and good production values. Kudos
Rob Talbert, Songwriter and Producer for Appleluza, a virtual multi-genre band.


 

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