Month: November 2018

Broadjam Artist: Douglas Branson aka dB+1
Song: Sonic World

Reviewer: Ali Smart

Positive Comments: I assume this is just a snippet?I like the groove of the track, the conga/bongo line works well. the synth that comes in around 1.23, for example, is good and works well with the track

Constructive Comments: the mix sounds a little busy in places.those washy fx/wooshes are constant throughout the whole 2 mins, maybe bring them in and outI thought more could have been done to the structure/arrangement of the track, accentuating new elements by dropping the bass for example for a bar I would have liked to hear some vocals in this, some little disco snippets I think would work well.

Broadjam Artist: Charlie Shock
Song: CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS

Reviewer: Chris Tso

Positive Comments: The intro guitar hook is strong. The vocal phrasing is good. The arrangement and shorter second verse keeps the song moving. The rests also help keep the song fresh. Good organic drums and alternative guitar tones support a band feel and genre credibility. Great job!

Constructive Comments: I feel the second verse could benefit from a slightly different vocal phrasing from the first verse to give it more unpredictability. I’m not sure if modulating the chorus toward the end of the song is needed. It raises the key to the point where the lead vocal feels like he’s singing at the top of his range. Maybe extra instrumental hooks or simple background vocals could keep the interest without modulation?

Broadjam Artist: Marilyn Hall
Song: JOY (Electronic)

Reviewer: Ali Smart

Positive Comments: the mix sounded very clean to me.I liked the breakdown at 1.50, would have liked to hear more about that.a very commercial sounding track. the intro with the pads got my attention early.

Constructive Comments: I thought the track could evolve a little more, the drop around 1.10 could do with some more work, it’s a bit sudden and a bit quieter than the rest of the track.I think there needs to be more variation on the track, its synth on piano for most of the track, maybe use the pads from the start or add a new line which isn’t a arpeggiated. vocal snippets throughout or at the end of each 16 bar might be an idea to boost appeal and keep listeners attention

Broadjam Artist: Jeff Maguire
Song: Red House

Reviewer: Ghost Within

Positive Comments: instrumentation is excellent, vocal sits nicely, lyrics are cool. Excellent R&B rock!

Constructive Comments: Track has a live feel which fits perfectly with this style of music, the guitar licks are perfect to fill in between vocals. Maybe tidy up some of the notes to polish this great track. Overall catchy, well played and well constructed track that fits well in this genre. Well done

Broadjam Artist: Greg Lambert
Song: Time To Love

Reviewer: Randal Dunkle

Positive Comments: I really love the lyrics and the rhythm guitar, very unique vocals that sound a little like Bobby Goldsboro

Constructive Comments: I really like this song, I really think it may sound better if a piano was added around the last minute of the song however, it sounds good just the way it is.

Broadjam Artist: Uncle Spider & The Electric Dirt Clods
Song: If You Get My Message / Blues Rock

Reviewer: Ghost Within

Positive Comments: Great hook, maybe a solo to break it up a bit. But overall not bad, well done!

Constructive Comments: I would just break it up with a solo but still enjoyed it, the hook is catchy. Maybe use a click track when recording to keep the timing spot on. Drums sound great & the guitar! Also, maybe think about putting a vocal as it’s a catchy tune, I think it would be greatly beneficial to the whole track

Broadjam Artist: Teri Feaser
Song: Oh Father

Reviewer: Randal Dunkle

Positive Comments: I like the start with the piano and drums, sounds a lot like REO Speedwagon. The piano is great!

Constructive Comments: Very cool Rock and Roll song, I really think that a lead guitar solo would really help this song however it is a good song as is.

Broadjam Artist: Amy Otey
Song: The Lights Are Always On In Nashville

Reviewer: Steve Dafoe – Songwriter

Positive Comments: A well done country song! To hear the Vocalist and understand each word is what makes the piece work! Great balance of the production and well arranged. Great work overall!

Constructive Comments: There is little that i can suggest to improve the song. It is a cliche that adding more instruments may broaden the production value but the truth is that it is a well produced piece. It allows the Vocals and Lyrics to stand tall. Well done.

Broadjam Artist: Jeff Ashbaker
Song: Like the Love in I Love You

Reviewer: Steve Dafoe – Songwriter

Positive Comments: A well done Folk song! To hear the Vocalist and understand each word is what makes the piece work! Great guitar work and great work overall! The electric guitar is reminiscent of Mark Knoffler’s work.

Constructive Comments: Constructive CommentsThere is little that i can suggest to improve the song. It is a cliche that adding more instruments may broaden the production value but the truth is that it is a well produced piece. It allows the Vocals and Lyrics to stand tall. Well done.

Broadjam Artist: Donovan Tucker
Song: Electricity (unplugged)

Reviewer: Steve Dafoe – Songwriter

Positive Comments: A well done acoustic Blues song! To hear the Vocalist and understand each word is what makes the piece work! Good guitar and great work!

Constructive Comments: There is little that i can suggest to improve the song. It is a cliche that adding more instruments may broaden the production value but the truth is that a stripped down acoustic song should allow the Vocals and Lyrics to stand tall. Well done.