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Another collab with Deej,Dave Lekich.


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Songs from the Parlour


(V) The wind is howling at my door
 trying hard but it won't get in.
 The hallway clock struck midnight
 and I can’t sleep at all again.  


(C) Because these songs from the parlour
that keep filling up my mind,
carrying me off to the nights of summer 
back to happier times.
Yes, it’s songs from the parlour,
the ones she’s left behind—
Songs from the parlour,
songs for old times.


(V) This room is my refuge
from the cold and lonely nights.
If I could shake her memory 
I just might get some sleep tonight.


(B)  So I pour a glass of whiskey 
and smoke another cigarette
I keep her picture by the fire,
but it’s her voice I can’t forget. 


(C) But these songs from the parlour 
keep filling up my mind,
carrying me off to the nights of summer 
back to happier times.
Yes, it’s songs from the parlour,

Really pretty.

The lyrics and music, all of it was lovely.

DJ...This melody is perfect for the timbre and inflections in your vocals.
Reminded me of Cat Stevens somewhat.

This should get some airplay also.

Very very nice.

Martin

Not sure whether the words "parlour" and "smoking a cigarette" are words for today or have a romantic feel
but the whole song fits in to old time folk so it sounds good to us old 'uns.
Nice one.

Vic

I like everything about this, except the title/hook. The use of an almost Victorian word that people simply don't use any more seems to put an unnecessary distance between the song and the listener. I assume that she used to sit and play the piano and sing? Could you put her somewhere other than the parlour? Apart from anything else, you will run into British/American spelling issues right there in the title

I agree with all of Martin's positive comments.

Thanks Martin for your positive feedback and like
Cheers
Travis

Hi Vic
I realised that the theme would be thought of as dated somewhat ie parlour /cigarettes it's true.
However it's not aimed at the charts, contemporary radio etc it was written to interest the publisher who has briefs for 50s/ 60s or even 70s media placings.
The song has been accepted by Aardvark today.
The songs next stage is in the air
Cheers
John

Hi Gavin
Thanks for your comments and interest in the song
Basically it's the same answer as i gave Vic.
It is outdated but that's the hook, hopefully!
Good to know you liked it though!
Regards
Travis

We have two different bridges. This is version 2 .Will post the initial take later
Travis

Hi guys,


What a beautiful song and performance.


Calvin


http://www.soundclick.com/bands/0/calvinstewart

Thanks Calvin for your comments. Great to know you liked it
John

Hi John and Deej.
Very pleasant listen, enjoyed the whole thing.
Mimmo

Hi Mimmo
Happy Birthday and thanks for the listen
John

John/Deej

I thoroughly enjoyed this song and loved the arrangement. Everything's working here--lyrics/music/vocals/vibe--congrats!

steadt-eddie

Hi Ed thanks for the FB like and on here too.
Regards
John

My "room" is also my refuge down here in "West Mayberry" 'cause Winter can't seem to make up it's Cotton Pickin' mind! It's a "keeper" guys... probably wouldn't get a "cut in Twang-Town" these days... but it sure reminds me of a world I once lived-in... and enjoyed to the max. Love that vocal, Deej. Perfection!

Thanks, Guys... ----Dave

Martin,

Thanks much for the listen and supportive comments. I was a little leery as to whether my vocal hit here--this type of song is both challenging and new territory for me--so I'm glad it seemed to work. If I'm honest in assessing my own performance here, I'm not thrilled with the vocal personally--I mean, it's OK I guess, but it's not my strength and I think others (more crooner types) could do it better. But I'm pleased you enjoyed it whatever my reservations.

My best regards to you

Deej

Vic and Gavin,

Thanks so much for the listen. When I first saw the lyrics to this one, I shared the same reservation, particularly regarding "parlour". And Gavin, I'm chuckling--even now, the auto-correct is making me re-type "parlour" after changing it to "parlor". Do you know how many times I've had to do that? Sorry, Travis, my friend--but you Brits need to learn to spell!!!

All kidding aside, I did pause at the word . . . but as I played with Travis's lyrics, the words fit well into an old folk type melody, and that's where I went with it, for better or worse. So I appreciate the comment--and just hope the song as a whole carries nonetheless.

As Travis noted, it's nothing that will wow commercially--and it's not really the intent. But hope it's worth the listen, and it seems like it was. So that's makes the effort all worthwhile.

My thanks and kindest regards to you both,

Deej

Calvin, Mimmo and Eddy:

Always good to hear from you all! Glad you enjoyed the listen and appreciate your taking the time to stop in and comment.

My very best to each of you,

Deej

Mr. Rice,

It's good to see you back on the board after your brief hiatus. Thanks for stopping in. Here in SF it's not so much the cold, but the rain that won't quite let up--but then again, we can use the rain in California, so I shouldn't complain . . . I shouldn't, but I still will.

Really appreciate your support on this tune. I agree that no one will be banging on our door to cut this tune, but Travis's lyric once again led me to a place I likely wouldn't have gone on my own . . . so, whatever its flaws and potential for commercial success, it was a lot of fun to put together. And Travis is a pleasure to work with.

Glad you enjoyed it!

My kind regards,

Deej

Ha Ha Dave. Thanks for your support once againn
Cheers
John

The song was played by the BBC tonight

Congratulations, you two:

Airplay is always good... now to find a way to "monetize it"... Thanks for that good news. Let's hope it causes a heavy demand, creates instant wealth and maybe I can "hit you guys up" for a big loan! LOL!

Seriously, I am proud of you both. ----Dave

Hi Dave
Well the song has been accepted for sync/ publishing.
Never really understood what publishing is now as there can't be much sheet music? Sync i do get.
Cheers Dave
I'll buy you a new key board when things happen lol
John

Hi John:

Lots of things must happen before a new, keyboard will be affordable. LOL! But anything is possible in today's music environment. Looking forward to hearing more about you and Deej's success. Sending you a PM later this morning.

Regards, ----Dave

Hi Dave
Replied to your PM.
The song got a further play on Source Radio this afternoon
Regards
John

A further play on the BBC last night

Great performance and melody...genre perfect.

Thanks Neil

The first version of the song melody vocal production by Deej

thanks so much Travis for taking time to put this up...damn! I be proud of either of the renditions. [ hope thats the right word to use....lol] so much difference in artists, and style of music. To me I think it would add much more audience, a wider range of
listeners. [know what I mean?]

thanks again Travis.....Lane

Hi Lane
Thanks once again for taking a listen and leaving positive comments.
Regards
Travis

Lane,

You are too kind as always. Thanks for the listen and supportive comments.

My kindest regards,

Deej