Thanks for the comments gentlemen. It's encouraging to know that I'm not wasting my time in this hobby.
To Alexpetty: I'm definitely a Straits fan. My nickname is dead giveaway. I really should have chosen another nickname in the beginning.
To Smokepole: Thanks for the feedback. I definitely need vocal training. I wish I could sing like Crawdad and SLuiCe!!
To Kramer: I didn't use any external mixer or software at all. It's all MR8 and the functions it offers, albeit not the greatest effects, but it's okay for my newbie ears for now.
To Crawdad: Ever since I've discovered this board, I've been an admirer of your music and your talent. "Too Beautiful For Me" is an awesome song!! You should really get it out there to a bigger audience. When's your next trip to Nashville?
Oh, by the way, you're right about the temp. There's something not right. I think at one point in time, it switched to 4/4 (for one bar!) I can't believe you caught that! I can't get anything pass you guys.
To SLuiCe: Someone on this board once asked: when are you going to tour?! I really dig your music. The strange noise you hear in the recording is probably the heater duct. I'm still experimenting with my condenser mic.
To mixmkr: I will definitely record in stereo once I upgrade the flashcard. Thanks for the feedback.
To MAC2: There's always room for improvement.
Thanks for the comments and your input.
KF