Azusa Street

Eriol · 06-17-2005, 03:14 PM

I didn't even know this forum existed till 5 mins ago. Anyways, my "band" is here

Currently I'm doing a one-man-band thing on my pc, but I'm looking to expand to at least a 3 piece.

**Only Alive** · 06-17-2005, 06:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Eriol

I didn't even know this forum existed till 5 mins ago. Anyways, my "band" is here

Currently I'm doing a one-man-band thing on my pc, but I'm looking to expand to at least a 3 piece.

Why aren't your older songs like In Style on your site?

-Nick

Eriol · 06-17-2005, 09:23 PM

^Took 'em down because I'm gonna start selling an EP soon and might have links to the site in various places -- don't want to give everything away

...either way, if any one here wants those older songs just let me know and I'll get em to you.

**Only Alive** · 06-18-2005, 12:56 PM

You know, I think your voice could come up on both Headhunter and The White Mountains. Especially Headhunter. I have to strain just a tad to understand what you're saying. You've got a great voice, I hope you're not trying to bury it in the mix!

By the way, what's your primary GB drum loop on Headhunter and White Mountains?

-Nick

Eriol · 07-11-2005, 04:54 PM

I've just posted a new song called "A Man Called Jesus." This song is not for the faint of heart musically.

**Only Alive** · 07-11-2005, 08:13 PM

Ha!

That's great. The falsetto in the chorus... priceless.

What acoustic did you use?

-Nick

Eriol · 07-11-2005, 09:18 PM

The acoustic is my Taylor 414 CE. I'm getting better at EQing my acoustic, though I feel I still have some work to do. However, it sure feels great when I compare the quality I'm getting today to the stuff I was getting a year ago. It's sure great to see progress.

Eriol · 08-09-2005, 10:37 AM

I just uploaded a new song...I won't keep this one up for very long though, just want some reactions to it.

**Only Alive** · 08-09-2005, 12:55 PM

Wow... very different guitar sound on this one, Eriol. I like. Some really nice guitar work. It almost has a bit of a spanish feel in parts. I dunno about the talking parts, that could come across very corny. They're also a bit quiet. The vocals at the slow / intro bit are a bit hard to understand sometimes. Overall, well done.

-Nick

Ring of a bell · 09-10-2005, 11:58 AM

Rain- As I am only in one minute I cannot give a complete full review, the intro was a different approach, then you kick in with the sharp guitars, very very good. I like the rythm part especially, but all of the parts complimented each other. I really liked the talking parts, though I had to strain to hear them all. And I know the third time with the many different voices was meant for effect. But maybe turn the talking up a bit, more with the second talking part than the first. All in all another great song. I am continually thrown off gaurd by all your solid songs.

Speaking of solid songs, A man called Jesus, I have had trouble putting a finger on your style (as in finding a name for it) and now you had to go throw a wrench in my system again. SHEESH!

You really are one of the most talented home-recorded musicians/songwriters

A man called Jesus, Mm bop... incredible background vocals, singing the bass line. Most excellent. Though the bass part wasn't spectacular, and it sounded a little sharp for this song, maybe if you could smooth out the bass sound a bit? Just a personal preference. The lyrics are good. This song is very upbeat, and makes me smile. In the chorus with the falsetto it was great, and with the harmonies. All around a great song.

Thank you for all the music you have shared with us for free. I feel like I am ripping you off not paying for these. When you come out with a demo I will be one of the first to be in line to order, AND PAY, for your music.

Eriol · 09-10-2005, 12:31 PM

Lol, well I like all sorts of music, even some 50s stuff, so I figured I'd write a song along those lines. I haven't been able to write anything good for a loong time, though yesterday I came up with something that might go somewhere. I would really like to post a recording of a song called "My Heaven" that is IMO quite possibly the best song I've written, but I've had some issues with the song. If you like different styles, this one is basically atmospheric rock on top of a mountain.

**Only Alive** · 09-10-2005, 06:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Ring of a bell

When you come out with a demo I will be one of the first to be in line to order, AND PAY, for your music.

And I'll be right behind you. Headhunter and The White Mountains are getting in a place of honor on my iPod.

-Nick

Ring of a bell · 09-11-2005, 12:45 AM

I actually have a playlist set aside on my mini for Azusa Street, with all of his songs (I think) from head hunter to Rain.

fiveminuteplan · 09-11-2005, 01:51 AM

Very good stuff. Vocals are spot on, melodies are catchy, and the guitars are very well done. I dig all the melodic parts. Good work.

smhatahy · 09-11-2005, 01:58 AM

wow i love it. You have an awesome voice.