Preliminary Mix of the Last Song from My Next Album

[ColdRoomStudio]

@FluteCafe

“never ceases to amaze” me just how much patience you have with your productions. Like a sculptor you can chisel away for years. That kind of artisanship is unheard of in today’s rapid production days.
While most modern day producers will call this a weakness, I consider this a strength. Carry on.

Thanks, yes I’m slow, and I know it… and I don’t care - I made a vow to myself to not be conTENT with CONtent. This is a hobby, not a job for me. My time to spend on music is extremely limited…Even then, sometimes when I do have some spare time, I’m so tired, I can’t bring myself to work on it. But I refuse to compromise until I’m satisfied with the result.

@FluteCafe

It is a song song. Not much to complain about about here. Production is top notch. Vocals get a bit strained in parts, and get a wee bit sharp on the ears…but I also know the ins and outs of your vocals, and vocal range characteristics very well lol and I am no vocal coach.

If you can point out anything specific you are hearing, that would be helpful. I’m past the point of being that objective with my vocals (I hate them all, TBH). FWIW, I don’t feel like I’m straining anywhere in the this song. It all fits very comfortably in my vocal range. Of course, that is my perception - and why I need specifics to help me hear what you may be hearing.

@FluteCafe

You have smoothed them out very well overall though. Great vocal treatments. It is a good solid listen.

Thanks, good to know.

@FluteCafe

listening again on mid fields. Sub is very well handled, Bassline is rolling along extremely well. Your mixing has gone up a few levels for sure! Is Slate VSX still in your workflow?

Thanks…I got VSX as a backup plan in case I had to move out of my current residence… For the present, I’m mixing on my studio monitors and sub, using room correction by Sonarworks. Car speaker checks still are the final arbiter for low end for me.

Thanks again for listening and commenting- much appreciated!

[JayGee]

@ColdRoomStudio

But I refuse to compromise until I’m satisfied with the result.

[FluteCafe]

@ColdRoomStudio

If you can point out anything specific you are hearing, that would be helpful

after 3:51ish to 4:05ish:, the tone gets a bit pointy. the vocals are high, but it is possible something else is adding to it.

gave a listen again: I think some resonance from the background vocals layering with the lead. Maybe a gentle hf roll off on the harmonies there? I also have some “extra” upper hearing limit so it is entirely possible that I am sensitive to that tone.

[ColdRoomStudio]

@FluteCafe

after 3:51ish to 4:05ish:, the tone gets a bit pointy. the vocals are high, but it is possible something else is adding to it.

gave a listen again: I think some resonance from the background vocals layering with the lead. Maybe a gentle hf roll off on the harmonies there? I also have some “extra” upper hearing limit so it is entirely possible that I am sensitive to that tone.

Thanks Michelle, I really appreciate you taking the time to check it out and report back!