Month: August 2020

Broadjam Artist: Margie & Art Corey
Song: On An Ordinary Tuesday 9/11 COREYS NEW SAX/PIANO/BASS

Reviewer: MGB

Positive Comments: Hi again, guys. This piece is a really pleasing, chilling and soulful take on a tragic incident. Really great instrumentation that creates very pleasing subtleties throughout, such as the brief appearance of the flute. Ideal vocals, as well.

Constructive Comments: Nice work guys. Nothing I would do to change this.

Broadjam Artist: Bob Bentley
Song: Blue

Reviewer: CWMullins

Positive Comments: OK I’m joking with the tittle suggestion. I think broadjam should do something to identify instrumentals. That said, this is some tasty tasty stuff. Both leads, if i can call the two main guitar tracks that, combine and play against each other well.

Constructive Comments: Over 5 minutes, the general tempo/mood doesn’t alter much. If the song built to a coda or “big ending”, that would really cap it off. The melody is pleasant, just needs a little drama. Maybe an unexpected chord change? Just a suggestion.

Broadjam Artist: Empty Atlas
Song: Codebreaker

Reviewer: CWMullins

Positive Comments: Wow cool sound right at start, sounding fresh but professional. Voice is just the right tone for this kind of song. Arrangement takes chances, with pauses, dynamics – love that. I couldn’t pick up all the lyrics but what I heard sounds thoughtful, no cliches, which is good obviously. I actually think the track could be a bit longer!

Constructive Comments: “hook” is a corny concept but still feel a little bit like the song would really come across with a bit punchier chorus. Structurally I think that’s “there is a code to all of this” but maybe it’s not? A chorus that pops would really put this over the top. Ending shows off musicianship but maybe something snappier would work well too…

Broadjam Artist: Douglas Branson aka dB+1
Song: I’m Not Laughing About It (LIVE)

Reviewer: CWMullins

Positive Comments: sound is rough and ready, which kind of works for this song. So many people trying to smooth everything out, sound super “produced,” it’s kind of refreshing to hear something that’s got edge to it, like this. They keep the energy up for five minutes too!

Constructive Comments: Sounds like a band rehearsal. One mic picking up the whole band. At least vocal is up front. The mixture of kind of a punk rock sound and a message of “love, why the hate” – I mean, on one hand it’s unexpected, on other hand, kind of doesn’t blend to shout in kind of angry tone “why all the hate.”

Broadjam Artist: Mike Nicholson
Song: Attention to Detail

Reviewer: Sam Cooper

Positive Comments: Ahh…a relief to hear something that sounds real and not digital! Cool song! Solid guitars and rhythm section! Nice mix and mastering job!

Constructive Comments: So glad to not have to suggest anything.

Broadjam Artist: Margie & Art Corey
Song: Digital Love Re-Mix

Reviewer: Sam Cooper

Positive Comments: A solid effort at a digital dance tune.

Constructive Comments: Overall good effort as is.

Broadjam Artist: David James
Song: Mesmerise Me (Ft. CoriAnder, Gus and Bethany)

Reviewer: Sam Cooper

Positive Comments: Nice use of electronic programming and good vocals to a dance tempo.

Constructive Comments: This isn’t my wheelhouse being so electronic, but good job.

Broadjam Artist: Nigel Barrett
Song: Monsoon

Reviewer: Sam Cooper

Positive Comments: Great instrumental material with a strong groove.

Constructive Comments: The drums sound a little sterile to me…too programmed for my taste.

Broadjam Artist: Kate Carpenter
Song: Made in China

Reviewer: Sam Cooper

Positive Comments: Cute tune, but all the MAGA stuff is also made in China.

Constructive Comments: You had me until the bridge lyrics. Everything made in China is there because they have virtual slave labor to make more profits for the American people who sell us their goods.

Broadjam Artist: John van Wicklen
Song: SKIP ALONG THE SAND

Reviewer: Sam Cooper

Positive Comments: Sweet positive music with a soulful background similar to the Fifth Dimension! Nicely produced song. Love it.

Constructive Comments: I’m great with not changing a thing.