Month: October 2016

Broadjam Artist: Chet Nichols
Song: Rock & Roll Music

Reviewer: amy abernathy

Positive Comments: I loved the 1960’s rock vibe from this song. It was lots of fun and reminded me of old school songs. I could see this working well in movies depicting music from the sixties.It has a fun groove.

Constructive Comments: I would not classify this as country, it is more old school rock. It is not very current, so I could not see it working in todays music. However movies that needed older music would love this kind of sound.

Broadjam Artist: Earl.C.Webb
Song: LET’S FALL IN LOVE

Reviewer: Josh Walker

Positive Comments: I think I reviewed this artist before…nice sounding vocals and feel in general for this cover.

Constructive Comments: The piano comping seems a little over accented – maybe the brush rhythm contributes. I hear a really strong 2 and 4 that isn’t necessary since the hi hat and guitar are covering it. The sounds are very high frequency and need some eq. Nice cover though!

Broadjam Artist: CaiNo
Song: Rewind (Instrumental)

Reviewer: Josh Walker

Positive Comments: I like the layered groove throughout, and that each new voice that appears gives the song more and more depth. I assume this is some kind of background music, and as such it works. I’m not sure if the conga sound is real, but it sounds very good, like the accent is played with a conga slap mallet. Drums, bass and guitar all sound good.

Constructive Comments: The organ vibrato at the beginning is a little wide for my taste, although it was timed nicely with the beat. The guitar rhythm sounds a little behind the beat, maybe because of the heavy reverb? besides that, nice sounds!

Broadjam Artist: Steven Furr
Song: Dreaming Blue Bossa

Reviewer: Tristyn Leach

Positive Comments: a nice easy listening smooth instrumental jazz piece that flows a long nicely with some tasteful and tasty guitar licks and bassideal back ground music or chill out track. very likeable track and musically skilled.

Constructive Comments: one section sounds a bit pieced together a touch disjointed in one area later in the track. it may not be noticed or maybe its intentional as jazz can be quite erratic in style if going for that. but i personally preferred the more guitar led parts which were excellent . nice track

Broadjam Artist: stefo
Song: i am stretched on your grave

Reviewer: Tristyn Leach

Positive Comments: This track has a gospel prayer kind of feel to it. with a touch of r & b. nice sound quality very pro sound. sounds like a modern take on a traditional folk/gospel song.nice harmony and vocal and musicaly subtle.

Constructive Comments: Nice track. very short though. would of really liked it longer, could do so much with a track like this. big vocals/big gospel backing vocals to end etc and more musically. if wanted to appeal to average listeners more. should be fine though for placements etc if thats the intention

Broadjam Artist: Jeff Roberts
Song: Out of the Gaze of the Evil Eye

Reviewer: Tristyn Leach

Positive Comments: This is a catchy poppy light rock track with lots of vocal harmony and a good bouncy feel in the rhythm. has a vintage sound and style i really liked the little guitar part with the other music dropping out. has a good feel good style to the track.nice harmony vocals and guitars. very well arranged song too.enjoyed

Constructive Comments: enjoyable track anything with harmony gets my vote its at its a heart a pure pop song melody/structure wise is pretty perfect. might be interesting to try a remaster is the only thing i would suggest.

Broadjam Artist: FRED GROSS
Song: Old Dog Blues

Reviewer: Steven Furr

Positive Comments: Nice recording and instrumentation. I like the chord changes at 1:29. And I like the groove and guitar work. Easy groove to listen to. Nice crisp recording with good air. Everything is on beat and in key.

Constructive Comments: I have a great song in dire need of a vox or other melodic groove. I’m reminded of my song here because this is a great backing track for something to be added. I gave low marks because, though the track is fun to listen to, it might need some additions. In real-world broadcast quality tunes, this song makes the grade, but we are all in search of a catchy hook, either it be instrumental or vocal. Your track is still enjoyable.

Broadjam Artist: Sam Cooper
Song: Inspiration/Love In A Bag

Reviewer: Steven Furr

Positive Comments: Very nice vocal performance. Great pitch. Surprising chord / key / transition changes, wasn’t expecting that! Keeps the song fresh and grooved. Very nice recording, love the drums up high and tight with the bass guitar. The bassist has it on. I like the soulful intro, quite a contrast to the upbeat that follows. This song is absolutely awesome. Nice guitar rhythm and solo work. I’m walking around my house trying to come up with other things to say, either to commend or critique, and I find my self singing the chorus. Such an easy song to like!!

Constructive Comments: How does a person criticize a song like this???? Broadjam wants me to give some constructive criticism but I’m finding it difficult to suggest any improvements. Giving all “5” marks will probably red-flag me, but I challenge anyone to find a fault here. This is broadcast ready.

Broadjam Artist: Kate Carpenter
Song: Preacher’s Wife Blues

Reviewer: Steven Furr

Positive Comments: HaHa!! Great song! Got a big smile on my face! I love the vocalist, great voice! And very natural performance. Background vocals are cool. Perhaps the choir was hired to perform on this track. Lyrics are awesome. If you were going for ironic-comedy, I think you nailed it! What a talent to write such a story in such an entertaining light. I could listen to this all night.

Constructive Comments: This is a fun song, my only critique would be to make a better recording. Perhaps add more instrumentation. But it’s hard to criticize a song I like so much. I look forward to hearing more of your material.

Broadjam Artist: Jeff Roberts
Song: Out of the Gaze of the Evil Eye

Reviewer: Steven Furr

Positive Comments: Very nice happy groove. I like the dogs talk at 2:00, very nice and right on beat. From the very first beat, I loved this song. Very easy to listen to. Vocals and backup vox are placed very well. It’s really refreshing to review a really great song! I’ve listened several times and hear something I had missed on each pass. You have a lot of flavoring at the transitions. Very nice transition at :50. Nice acoustic accents at 2:13. And all mixed with some good electric guitar.

Constructive Comments: Man, it’s hard to criticize a song as good as this. Great vocals, chord changes, and general mood. I have to suggest something, so, if left to me I would bring the bass and drums up in the mix and make their sound tighter, not the performance, just the sound. Keep up the good work, looking forward to hearing more!