[u b k]

AWESOME work. Tons of personality in the song, tons of vibe.

Nits? I hate to add to the chorus of folks complaining about the verb, but... it's too much of the wrong kind imo. I have nothing against big wet vocals, but generally that requires a real plate or akg spring to truly marry with the voice and melt into the atmosphere.

This one here, the verb is very artificial, too short, and honestly it distracts me, it prevents me from connecting with the vocals and the vocalist. Me, I wouldn't hesitate to pull them forward right up in my face with that amazing snare drum, because that's where I want her to be. The delivery is comforting and personal, to my thinking the production should match and amplify those qualities. What makes the verb extra out-of-place is that nothing else lives in it; as a result, the vocalist is detached from the music, and the production calls attention to itself rather than simply supporting the mood.

The guitars are lovely too, I'm gonna advocate that you be more assertive in automating them to come and go, and to interplay with the piano which also should come and go more. Be aware of when the song has micro-dynamics, small climaxes in the middle of sections and leading into new sections. Work these moments for all their worth using your automation, they create the kind of oceanic tidal drama that keeps a mix compelling for a lifetime.

It's a stunning piece, really. I wish I heard more work with this much integrity, you've done a good thing. And PLEASE don't wet the drums down or tweak them out, they so deliver the groove as they are. What you call 'boring' I call 'honest', maybe 'perfect'.


Gregory Scott - ubk