How can That

The Abbeystills

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your song

hello dear, thanks a lot for sending me the song to review it. Well, I must say, the song is very beautiful, a very nice pop song with a very well music production. This song reminds me the old times, I find your voice to be very beautiful, just like an angel singing. The instruments are very well played, the funky guitar in the left channel very nice too and the strings and synths very well thought and executed. Keep it up, congratulations on such nice song. Many greetings from Germany, Alfredo from King Mambo

Germany, Muenster

The Abbeystills How can that

The Abbeystills How can that. OK So for this song the review starts out we've decided to use some samples on this tack and wanted some feedback on that. So this review will focus largely on samples. When samples first came out they absolutely sucked they were recorded in 8bit and distributed on floppy disk on of the big names was akai to play these floppies for those who are interested in history. The next issues with samples was we cannot really do that live and i'ts difficult to get an real expression from a sample. So there still is a concern about if we use a sample how should we do that live. I was just watching a video that came up on youtube genesis 3 sides live and here the guitar player picked up the horn part originally played by earth wind and fire for no reply at all. But that was then perhaps now a band may simply play a sample live. Still some consideration is required. The next thing with samples is can they be expressive? I'm not sure where the samples are in "how can that" but the electric rhythm guitar I thought could have been more expressive but the lead sounded fine to me. The hand claps sounded like they came out of a box and I think it would have been best to at least over dub a couple of real ones. Drums maybe sampled but if you're not a drummer well I know the feeling. Strangely I myself have got more real sounding drums from using samples see mountains remake. The bottom line on samples is that they have got one hell of a lot better but a great deal is required to bring out the best in them. I liked the keyboard sounds no matter how they were achieved. How can that is a fairly up tempo tune. There were a few lyrics that reminded me of something else already done which I kind of didn't like but the chorus was great and natural. Music can be a continuous in development.

United Kingdom, London

Hopeful possibility

I really feel that this song has a potential to be a good popsong. You wrote something about samples. Without knowing which ones to listen for it´s not so easy, but overall it does not seem to be anything wrong with the sound. However I feel there is things to work on in the arrangement and production. It´s not so easy to sort out how the song is built with verse, bridge, chorus and instrumental parts. It will always be a matter of opinion, but I´ll try to analyze this to the best of my abilities. First of all for a pop song the song is to long. There are parts to be taken out without wrecking something. The intro is working. There is a funky guitar playing and that is cool, but It might work better going over to strumming on the verses. It can be to much to have it through the whole song. Further there is a few solo guitar fills here and there that sounds like it could fit a different song better. I know its hard, but I feel it needs a stronger chorus. Overall its a very good draft for a potential cool pop song. Keep up the good work. Stay safe ! All the best -Kris.

Norway, Drammen

Great Synth Pop sounds

The samples really add some depth to the song. The arrangement is a great Synth Pop style. Drum beat is upbeat and the Toms in the chorus add some flare. Continue to experiment with synth drum sounds like the claps and Toms to match samples and keyboard sounds. Great song!

United States, California, Atwood

very nice

it starts with an amazing entrance. brings back the feeling of the 80s music. good vibes, very interesting, good melody and sound, interesting lyrics, strong message. good work! good luck!

Israel, Tel Aviv

How can That

A very goog Pop number in a very professionell way.All the Instruments what play are perfect Das einzige was ich persönlich finicht so gut finde ist das die Vocels mir einfach zu weit hinten stehen.Sie hätten es verdient weiter in den Vordergrund gestellt zu werden.

Germany, Petershagen

Alright let's jump right into it,

I like the way this track starts out with a nice rhythm section of guitars and piano nice mellow rhythm section of drums and bass too. This songs has an eighties flair of Belinda Carlisle and missing persons. The song has a very top 40 sound to it. It's very nicely arranged and recorded.very kool guitar solo in the bridge I also liked the way the vocals were laid down it was carefully thought out very professional.i really enjoyed listening to this track.

United States, Pennsylvania, Nazareth

I love it

Nice song I love the vibe of it... very dope... I would love to work with you I'm the future I like your voice... and the message behind your song... I can feel the pain and that you put your all in ever note

United States, Florida, Pensacola

good music

I like what I heard you have a God energy your delivery are more like Adele if yu proceed more with your voice you may hit the market your songs are good you have a very unique voice good job I will love to make cartoon music video for you if you won't mind

United States, New Jersey, Industrial Hilsdale

The Abbeystills

You Are In A Good Studio...You Have A Good Group., You Remind Me Of Abba. You Want A Good Recording, So Now You Have One...It Sounds Great...It Is Commerical...O.K. Now What???? Hit Song..Hit Group , I Think, that You are better Then That...Next Time, Make Something, Meaningful To The World....A 4.8,,,,O.K..

United States, Texas, Houston

How Can It

One of the things I enjoy most about Number One Music artists is the newfound ability to hear music from around the world by singers who I'd never have the chance to listen to otherwise. That, in itself, is a great thing. Here, with this song we've got something that starts off sounding a little like the Bee Gees meet Kylie Minogue. The vocals are fine but production/mixing could help the music which is very strong.

United States, California, Huntington Beach

Hi

Somehow I feel this is NOT an original song..any how..I like The Arrangement but vocal not so much...all together gave a nice feeling but again They ( People who are The Key Holders ) are Very Hard to please and They are Very Careful ( these days ) so is always a good idea to make all Original..again I like It but They must love It in order to make something happen..I hope that You do life Concerts..is my opinion Real Gigs are the way to go... I wish You good luck with submissions..

United States, California, Los Angeles

Nice song

This is a very good song. Actually this is my favorite from you. Which is saying something, since you have so many songs. This one seems to flow comfortable, harmony great. Story line,simple, yet clear. Thanks Magic

United States, California, San Francisco

Hi

This is nice tune but I must say that Arrangement is better than vocal ( luck of energy and power) The Singer is The Person Who Make It or Break It.. so I do not think Music Publishers will be Impress on the other hand to perform Life You will need a High Caliber of Musicians ( and this is very expensive )..Music Insiders are keeping Key to the sucess so send It to Them and let's see what will happen..I wish You good luck with submissions.. Good Job..

United States, California, Los Angeles

Hi

Are You using "samples"..this is NO GO in Today Music Publishing World..This is the reason I gave You 2 stars actually I should gave You ZERO..I do not care what You will think about this review..all I know People like You Ruin Songwriting Craft..Sorry but I have to tell You The Truth..Make Arrangement on Your Own ( If You know anything about Music and not Use Other People Work with out Theirs Permission..again be very careful what You do.. a lot of "samples" are COPYRIGHT..

United States, California, Los Angeles

Great Opening Vocal!

And the harmonies are killer! Great job! I like how guitar is mixed behind the beautiful vocals but has a nice jazz/Motown feel. Catchy Pop Song makes me think of Summer driving to the beach with babes MM

United States, New York, New York

Talent

The recording is professional. The sound is overall great. The background harmonies are fantastic. The tune is catchy and the guitarrist is really skilled. It deserves a high rate, the song is catchy

Spain, Marbella

Expertly well done Popsong

Just another great recording from The Abbeystills grabbed me right from the start! The intro feels like a story and the chorus make the meaning of the song engaging for me. The lyrics come from the heart and touching the soul, but the whole composition is more various. The music starts of slowly with harmonically melodies played on the keys. Valentina sings with her unique voice and brings a distinctive feeling into the song. Brilliant accentuated synthie sounds in the backround bringing increasing surprise into the music. Combined sampled tunes are an extra factor what brings additionally beauty into the song. This is definitely a very good arrangement, professional mixed and mastered. A song about love and life and the development of events beyond personal control. All instruments really stand out. Overall an impressive arrangement of very talented musicians. I find it extremely good and I can see why the band is ranked #1.

Germany, Hamburg

bien

Me gusta la música de esta señorita, esta empieza y se parece mucho a la música pop japonesa, después va cambiando a mejor. Por poner una pega, la parte instrumental aunque está muy bien ejecutada, creo que abusa de la decoración, esa guitarra punteada y estridente, o el sonido de imagino un teclado haciendo durante toda la canción ruidos sin sentido y que distraen de la parte melódica. Creo que menos ruidos con la instrumentación estaría mucho mejor.

Spain, Sevilla

Always a nice listen...

Always a nice listen... The biggest compliment you can give to an artist is an easily recognizable / identifiable sonic signature. This is always the case. i so enjoy taking a listen to the sincerity and artistry that is displayed here. Thanks for sharing your music... ( P.S.- The guitar rifts in the verse-especially 1rst- is not a necessary to provide the building and intensification of the progression of the song... Would much prefer less is more especially on the very 1rst section of the song... The BUILD is what keeps folks interested-YES, lessi more as you build) So enjoy your work !!! :-)

United States, Louisiana, Lake Charles

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