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grandpamike
2006-05-07
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WOW. Where to start. Lyrics...extremely meaningful and creative, vocal...excellent performance and range display, lead guitar.....kicks ass and is VERY tasteful. Overall, What a great song....one of your best that I've heard. You ARE talent. Is that you on lead guitar?
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maintiger
2006-05-07
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glad you liked it Mike! the guitar man is my evil twin Elrod... The Black Tooth is on drums (Steve Tooth, he also co-produced Elrod Gerae)
Larry Adamson on bass, yours truly on rhythm guitar, vocals and keys.
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grahamhenderson
2006-05-07
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Like this a lot. Kil the fust in the opening bit. The line is cluttered and shows in the sing.
Love the chorus sing, and backing. Break is great.
Goes in my collection for sure.
Graham
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rapster
2006-05-08
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well i love writing political songs so you got a friend with this one... used to play gigs with carlos' brother, jorge santana, and the guitar playing here reminds me of those times... nice melody and vox... love me afro-cuban music... this is more latino than afro but it's got lots of duende e cahones amigo... touched me dude VOTE...
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legs
2006-05-08
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very nice sound..i like it..thanks for the invite..peace....STACEY ("LEG'S")
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pianoman3
2006-05-08
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I heard Hotel California at first but that's no bad thing and you moved along and impressed me with this song. Great lyrics, excellent guitar work and a really interesting track to listen to. Big welcome to songramp, Xavier. ~ John
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Pickinhotlix
2006-05-08
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Very interesting piece of work here. Lots of creative juices flowing in this and I love your approach. Nice one. Welcome to the Ramp and I'll be back for more. Doug
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teleman58
2006-05-08
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I hear a little Santana in the guitar. Nice job with the fine lyrics. Sounding good. ~ Carl
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maintiger
2006-05-08
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yeah, we were going for aSantana kind of vibe on the lead- my friend Sid came up with the idea and Elrod took off from there- Thanks for the feedback, everyone!
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LoanShark
2006-05-08
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Nice production...welcome to SomgRamp! -Jerry
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DennisLong
2006-05-08
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Not much for political songs, but this song somehow makes it more personal, which is a good thing. The production on this is exceptional, especially the guitar work! Is that Elrod on the guitar, or Xavi? Welcome to the Ramp! -Dennis
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ScottyMetro
2006-05-08
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Welcome to the ramp!!..not much for political stuff..only because I don't want to get started in that direction..but I could..lol...great production here..kind of a rock/jazz blend..nice put-together.
Enjoyed it.
Scotty
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cfmathers
2006-05-08
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Very philosophical. Very close to the matter. Why do we ask our brave young men to die? Very original in a style I have never heard before. My main forte' is country so this could be the reason. Enjoyed. Keep up the good work.
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MarvJonesi
2006-05-08
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Nice stuff...definitely Santana-ish guitar. You've got a wide range of material...I like that.
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susiland
2006-05-08
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Too bad this isn't being played on commercial radio. In my view as a 20-plus-year radio broadcaster, it would be a hit. Very topical! Thanks for the music.
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songman32
2006-05-08
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You should be able to go high with your writing and music, The knowing how to bring the written word to a melody for singing seems so easy for you, In this song you're at your best. Jimmy Lee
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CAM
2006-05-08
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I love Cuban food and Cuban Music. This is very special. Beautiful song. Would like to hear a little separation in EQ. but great. Hey give alittle listen to CAM.
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brainswitch
2006-05-08
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good track. good arrangement and voice too. compliments. big vote. luigi
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TimothyScott
2006-05-08
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Good tune! I was impressed with the technical stuf and lyrics very nice..political is cool,esp if you're anti-Bush..lol..--ts
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maintiger
2006-05-08
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whne I wrote this song back in 2003 the political climate was a little different then- that has changed- what hasn't changed is that is time again for brave young men to die- that is sad- I generally keep out of politics in my music- lord knows I got enough opinions myself and I am not one for preaching or moralizing- but this song had to come out the way it did. it is not really about politicks but about who pays the price of politicks- in this case, our "Brave Young Men"
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cathead77
2006-05-08
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Good production and great sounding lead guitar. Welcome to The Ramp.
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wiggymusic
2006-05-08
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Like the Santana sound. Good lyrics, though sad. Thanks for the listen, Wig
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jjamesyunger
2006-05-08
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Gotta tell ya'...the lyrics to this song send out a strong message; combine that with a hard drivin' lead guitar...well, it's certainly makes a listener sit up and take notice! Good job!! vote, JJ
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BGJeff
2006-05-08
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That is some very cool guitar. Nice job all around, but the guitar really does it for me.
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studebaker
2006-05-09
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Nice vocals good sound like it alot. The guitar reminds me of Carlos Santana. Thanks for the listen, votin
Curtis
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jbthegeezer
2006-05-09
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Very good! I feel everything band,arrangement, preformance and lyrics. It is a great song. jb
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DevinsMusicRoom
2006-05-09
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Does have a cool Santana feel, yet all your own. I really enjoyed the cool intro. -Devin
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lps45s8tracks
2006-05-09
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(;AWESOME TITLE;)Drew me right in.Santana all thev way.Santana who?(;YOU DA MAN;)(((;RADIO READY;)))(;BIG BIG BIG HIT;)IMHO.Enjoyed the listen ever so much.Voting.Welcome to the Ramp I believe i ran into your alto ego.Like tthe both of you.Your Songramp Bro.~(;Yrral Mallik;)
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xavi
2006-05-09
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yeah, Elrod think he has it all wrapped up because he is the big bad guitar player- well I am the songwriter of the fanily and he is still my Evil twin!
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songgoddess
2006-05-09
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Santana was then....Elrod Geare (aka Xavi Calvera) is now. Really like what you've done here. Welcome to the Ramp!....Jamie
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blakeh
2006-05-09
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nicely done guys. sounds really smooth.
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NormanGoodman
2006-05-10
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nice progression, cool guitar playing.
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TriciaBaker
2006-05-10
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Beautiful guitarwork, Elrod. I mean, Xavier. Welcome, brother!
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rittmo
2006-05-11
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I love songs with a sense of drama, could be great fodder for a political movie!!!
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SethJones
2006-05-11
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wow- this song should be on the radio- very timely, great vocals and guitar work - is a message that should be heard right now!
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TheChiggers
2006-05-11
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Smokin!! I mean this is Smokin Good!! Great guitar tone.. Zappa-esque from the Overnight Sensation days in my opinion.. Welcome - enjoyed it!! Sid
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donnavalentine
2006-05-11
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Love the tone on that guitar! You've worked hard on this and it shows.
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BeneathTheSon
2006-05-12
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Love the arrangement on this....Definetly has a Santana feel with more of an edge..
Rick
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Beeswing
2006-05-12
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Very interesting and creative song! I get the Santana feel a little - but this is very original - especially lyrics and vocal! ~ Diane
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rileyj
2006-05-12
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Slick stuff. Good riffs and vocals.
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slt714
2006-05-12
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What a great song I can't wait to buy the cd on ebay Thank You for your insite and amazing lyrics
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Boots
2006-05-12
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Good on ya tiger
a memorable song
Keep on Keepin on Tiger
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maintiger
2006-05-12
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Thanks Boots, and all the other kind folks out there. I do appreciate that! This song is for a good cause, for our boys overthere-------Elrod
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RueMiller
2006-05-13
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Xavi - I mean Elrod... this is definitely one of your best- lots of luck with it! Love, Rue
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glenn_pattison
2006-05-13
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amazing solo great words and nice mood and progressions, great recording! glenn
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SimpleTools
2006-05-13
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Nice work here, Elrod! Soulful projection of good lyrics, and a rockin' 70's guitar motif. Like your wah pedal technique, and use of piano. Can't have too many songs pointing out the negative aspect of this war and others. First time listening to your music, but not the last. Peace! - Rick
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RoyTooth
2006-05-13
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Hey Xavi, sounds good, good luck with the song---- your brother Roy
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iisee
2006-05-14
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ToTAL pro song on all the way! Dig the message in the lyric and the top notch players and producer! Nuff said! Vote! JS
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QuicoReed
2006-05-14
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I still don't understand why modern musicians feel the need to apologize for writing about political themes in music...the bards have done it for centuries, so why should we cower now? This is a wonderfully crafted song, it manages to touch on the fears of parents whose children are going off to war without getting into the stereotypical "kumbaya"-style sentiment. I give it a thumb up for that.
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revolucion
2006-05-15
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IN TIMES OF WAR AS IN TIMES OF PEACE WE AL NEED MUSICIANS / SONGWRITERS AND ALL OTHER ARTISTS TO COMMUNICATE WHAT WE ALL MAY BE FEELING BUT FIND IT HARD TO PUT IT IN WORDS.MUSICIANS AND ARTIST KEEP ON CREATING.
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nomorewar
2006-05-15
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I was told to check this song - glad I did- we have to start getting out the message that this war is wrong and our boys are dying for bush and his oil political machine!
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Diva13
2006-05-15
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This is a great song and so to the point of what's going on in our county today. You Go Guy.
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maintiger
2006-05-15
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Thank you all very much for your support!
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sueh
2006-05-15
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so good
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daves
2006-05-16
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Sounds Fantastic. Great Work!
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geo524
2006-05-16
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Excellent tune Folks! Welcome to Songramp... Geo
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Swans500
2006-05-16
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Good topical and played with gusto. Forboding vocal reminiscent of Ian Anderson which ain't a bad thing at all.
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Brendand
2006-05-16
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Love this..great work all the way round..being a lyricist,I really enjoyed the lyrics!!!Enjoyed!Brenda
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Fish
2006-05-16
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Wow, powerful tune - and great guitar work.
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teecee
2006-05-16
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Yikes! Startling piece of playing, this is just so very good! T
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rayf
2006-05-16
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The production and music on this tune is right on the money, marries the lyric mighty fine...Ray
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peoplepower
2006-05-16
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its about time we start making sense and seing the human tragedy behind the war. We've been scared into living with blinders on- About the song, the message is right on and the vocals, the production is excellent. This should be on the radio to spark debate on a national tragedy***tim
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tonyfv
2006-05-16
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Yep - Santana, Zappa, and I even hear some Sting in there. Nice chord progressions - excellent guitar work, awesome lyrics. WTG Xavi.
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ghanlon
2006-05-16
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excellent job on this one. what a great listen all the way around. guitars, vocals perucussion, bass. nice production job. `~ghanlon
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ziggma
2006-05-17
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Excellent guitar work puts me in mind of Joe Satriani, lyrics are also super.... Great work all round Elrod....Voting ZiGGma....
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rathole
2006-05-17
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Excellent job, love the guitar work.powerful lyrics. each performance is stellar---rathole
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maintiger
2006-05-17
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thank you to all who have supported the song- it has been great!---Elrod
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margot
2006-05-18
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I think you probably have to live through it, to be able to write a song like this...So very touching...It goes without say how excellent it is musically and vocally...
A great song..xxx
Luv Mags xx :-)
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PaulWK
2006-05-18
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A Fantastic piece of work Xavier superbly recorded & produced. Very powerful lyrics which I can relate to very much. I look forward to hearing more from you. PAUL
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CatCollins
2006-05-18
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Awesome. Nice piece of art. Very well produced. Voice could use a bit of extra production. Love the lead guitar and the overall performance and production. Thanks for the listen.
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Barsoda
2006-05-19
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Great work- enjoyed the listen.
Barbara
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TheMosaics
2006-05-20
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a lot of stuff going on in this one. enjoyed the guitar lines. sounds like a PRS into a MesaBoogie (Santana) Nice job. -- Andy
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poorandneedy
2006-05-20
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Nice lyric presented with a cool groove..Good job! Thanks--Greg
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Kyleellen
2006-05-20
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This is the best song about war in several decades. Meaningful and musical too. Ln
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gilles
2006-05-20
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Very good production in all departments
LIke the melody the music build up well performed
Tuumbs up for a great production
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strobicaxe
2006-05-21
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Heavy topic - you tackled it - my hats off to you - quite a production number - well done - ~AS~
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RJC
2006-05-21
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Nice work here, passionate vocal performance and interesting production. Rob
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pistolpete
2006-05-22
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I Like it! The heart and feelings it brings.
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Pops
2006-05-23
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Damn Xavi... you have some some cool songs and productions. Loved the guitar attitude in this. Sometimes we need to tackle current sentiments and this is very well done. Dug everything about this one. Smokin'! ~Mike
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maintiger
2006-05-23
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I appreciate that Mike, especially coming from you- your stuff is top notch bro so I take it as a great compliment--Xavi
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mlprat
2006-05-23
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Well I'm late getting to this one ... shame on me... Man dig that guitar sound and style. You poured every drop out on this one man. Incredible. Mike
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Beatles65
2006-05-26
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Santana? Yea Its in there... ..What I hear is a well played sweet tune!Arranged quite nicely! Top notch. The Guitarist has great Chops, he is Channeling Carlos...In Tone and technique. Good One.Jeff
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jfvalentine
2006-05-29
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You did a great job on this song. Love the production here. Good stuff. Vocally a gem and lyrically tough subject. Good job. Pro all the way here. I really enjoyed this. :)-Jeannine
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UnBolero
2006-06-01
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Nice Work MainTiger. Enjoy the piece and the message. Saludos
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AlanSanders
2006-06-16
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Hits home right now as I see these brave young men out here. I have a son who is going into the air force and another that is considering enlisting in the army. It hits home. It is one thing to be there yourself but when your own children start to get involved it becomes a painful reality. Great song, got me all emotional.
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DannySpada
2006-08-11
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still one of my favorites- great emotional song! |
LittleHippie
2009-03-04
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wow, really fantastic song. well stated in a very honest way, and the gritty guitar is a perfect match. Simply fantastic. thank you. |
