Month: April 2020

Broadjam Artist: Delta Burnett Reed
Song: El Matador

Reviewer: Pete Papageorge

Positive Comments: I like the song overall, the vocal in particular, but the instruments sound very good and have an authentic sound. I think the arrangement is very good, and the recording is clear and balanced.

Constructive Comments: I felt that the story of the song could have more drama added to it. For instance, if during the course of the bull fight, the matador gets wounded after a dramatic stike at the bull, who is also wounded. Who will emerge victorious? Maybe the matador dies – now, there’s heartbreak for the woman who is the love interest. A tragic end? Maybe that would be more engaging a story.The song reminds me of “El Paso,” by Marty Robbins, in its overall tone. And in that song, the hero dies.

Broadjam Artist: Hartmut Oberdieck
Song: mambajamba

Reviewer: Kate Carpenter

Positive Comments: Whoever created this track has to LOVE playing guitar. Sounds like they could have gone on jamming to this groove for hours. It has a bit of a Latin feel to it. Great guitar playing. I can tell you really had some fun with this one!

Constructive Comments: Ending just sort of …. doesn’t really END. Is it really a real ending or did you just decide to cut it off?

Broadjam Artist: Signal 30
Song: Spoiled Food

Reviewer: Kate Carpenter

Positive Comments: Where’s the video game this track is associated with? If it’s not, it probably will be soon. There are some definitely unique sounds in this track. It reminds me of the funny sound you make when you squish air around in your cheeks. The other sounds are pretty indescribable. One thing you can say about this piece is it is definitely creative!

Constructive Comments: Get it out of my head already! Too catchy, ha ha. And for the record, I don’t play video games.

Broadjam Artist: Charlie Shock
Song: EVERYBODY DREAMS

Reviewer: Kate Carpenter

Positive Comments: Here is an extremely passionate song that tells a story of a young girl whose dad walks out on her and she and her mom have to plow through life alone. The hurt oozes from this song and draws compassion from the listener. Very well-written dynamite lyrics. Vocal execution fantastic. The guitars and instrumentation are stellar. I love the way it ends with the beautiful guitar playing. The chorus is really tight and memorable. Great job with the key change! There are so many kids today that can relate to the message of this song. Great job, songwriter!

Constructive Comments: The only thing I didn’t like about this song was the use of the word damn. Call me old-fashioned. This is one great song! You are right: there is more to life than ourselves. I found hope in God through Jesus Christ. May God heal the wounds of your childhood past! Mrs. Kate

Broadjam Artist: Rodney Morgan
Song: Jasper

Reviewer: Kate Carpenter

Positive Comments: Short, catchy tune with a winning vibe. Nice start with the cymbals and guitar, then builds nicely. Kind of reminds me of a rock calliope tune.

Constructive Comments: Keep the good music coming. This might have an application in the video game market. Seems like that kind of a track.

Broadjam Artist: Greg Lambert
Song: The Lonely

Reviewer: Bob Birthisel

Positive Comments: Nice song. The chord pattern and melody reminded me of a lot of “Fields Of Gold” by Sting, almost giving it a more Pop Rock feel than Country, but the vocal is pure Country. Really well-played instruments and the recording is super-clean and tight. The drummer did a great job on dynamics also.

Constructive Comments: The title isn’t instantly identified by the hook, but I figure this is pretty close. I enjoyed the song a lot.

Broadjam Artist: Ladee V
Song: Country Boy Instrumental

Reviewer: Bob Birthisel

Positive Comments: I enjoyed the chord pattern and progression, and it was a very relaxing listen. I particularly liked the tone of the bass and the picked rhythm guitar. Solid performance!

Constructive Comments: For my taste the cymbals were too loud and a little artificial sounding, but I enjoyed the song regardless.

Broadjam Artist: StarburstRecords
Song: B 13. One Last Ride ft Eric Holland

Reviewer: Kate Carpenter

Positive Comments: This my kind of folk song. Great intro, sweet guitar and vocals. Excellent background female harmonizing. Rich storytelling lyrics I could so relate to from my free-range childhood days…even the Catholic School story. YES! There is absolutely NO WAY to improve these well-crafted lyrics and the melody is perfect with them. If you were playing at a festival, I would definitely come to hear your set.

Constructive Comments: Keep the good music coming! You took me right back to my hometown of Van Nuys, CA, my friendly neighborhood and St. Elisabeth’s School. But my teacher was Sister Mary Paschal!

Broadjam Artist: Sam Cooper
Song: I Do What I Wanna Do

Reviewer: Kate Carpenter

Positive Comments: Here’s a positive, feel-good song. Frank Sinatra (do it my way) would love it! Nice intro, very singable, catchy hook. I like the keys and guitar work.

Constructive Comments: Stay humble! Keep the good music coming, Sam! Mrs. Kate

Broadjam Artist: Bob Birthisel
Song: That’s One Thing (You Don’t Understand About Me)

Reviewer: Kate Carpenter

Positive Comments: This song is a stand out! The vocals are crystal clear and passionately sung. Instrumentation is also outstanding. Great job on the drums and lead guitar. The change-up is innovative – a nice touch. Another love lost tune…memorable for sure!

Constructive Comments: The ending is WAY TOO ABRUPT. Possibly like the end of the relationship?