Old Things .. New Strings (acoustic instrumental)

[mark skinner]

Hello , here's a new instrumental I'm trying to finalize. I think I used "all but one" of my acoustics in this one. This is Mix 1. Had quite a hard time with the dynamics on this one.
Any suggestions appreciated .. Thanks ..

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[mark skinner]

I've done a mild remix. I don't have a clue why the link says "Security Check" Must be a glitch or something I did while posting. The link works fine from my end ??

 

[HumanPlanet]

When I first listened to this I was almost hearing two songs in one, then I found I'd stopped listening critically and was just enjoying your playing.

Could anything be impoved? maybe but I'm loving it as it is.

 

[Slouching Raymond]

Sounded like electronic drums on there. Acoustic or hand percussion would have been better.

 

[mark skinner]

@HumanPlanet , Thanks my friend . I'm still making some adjustments and think there is still room for some improvement. I'll keep plugging on in this relentless heat.
@Slouching Raymond , The drums are "MT Power Drums" and I guess the are a little heavy for an acoustic song , but I like the drive they provide. I have been toying with some hand percussion coming in and out , but nothing useable yet. One section seems like it could really use a more organic feel.
Thanks for the suggestion. mark

 

[dobro]

I love hand drums, so another vote for that.

My impression listening to this is how you continue to be really strong at creating s-p-a-c-e on your tunes. I really admire this, and really enjoy it. Lovely tune.

 

[mark skinner]

Raymond and dobro , I have been hand drumming everything I own and have not found anything to sit well in the mix. I've made a few changes including a section of Tabla drums. The link now reflects another mix/master that I'm to live with for a while.
Thanks for the comment about "space". Actually "depth" is what I'm constantly hunting. I guess space comes along with it. Thanks .. mark

 

[Slouching Raymond]

Yeah, that's nice. The Tabla's good, and plenty of room for the guitars to stand out.

 

[stratmonkee]

Beautiful, I always enjoy your music, really great playing! No nits here, I'm listening on headphones, Sunday morning drinking coffee, just made my morning better!!

 

[famous beagle]

Very nice! Great grooves, playing, and tones. This reminds be of Craig Chaquico's new age stuff a bit. Sounds as though you had some fun with this one; I dig when the drums come in and the groove really lays in. Sounds as though it could be very well at home in a movie or TV show. I picture a scene where a newcomer is first driving through a town and seeing all the local life and taking it all in.