Paradox - ProgRock (Snowy, Lyricman, GG, j, Gary, Albino)

[snowdoguk]

This is a song that has taken a while to get to completion but the wait has been worth it. Many thanks to everyone who contributed to this track. A fantastic vocal from George, excellent drum patterns from Steve, melodic bass riffs and runs from Gary, and simply sublime keys from j, who layers everything like a harmonic master chef. A superb set of lyrics by Rob brought to life by all you guys...

Vocals: George Williams - GuitarGeorge
Drums: Steve Smith - Albino
Bass: Gary Pownall - Floouk
Keys: Jay Schankman - j
Guitars, Music, Production: Mike Woodford - snowdoguk
Lyrics: Rob Wood - Lyricman


Paradox

Music and Arrangement by Mike Woodford
Lyrics by Robert Wood

INTRO
Sometimes I wonder where and how
As the fog descends to block my view
If I'm dreaming
Or staring back at you

V1
It's just my belief
As times goes by that
Rather than face the truth
I'd rather die

V2
But to my relief
With an open mind
I catch myself
Before two worlds collide

Pre-chorus
It's all a matter of perception
It's not a matter of fact
If I can keep my sanity intact

Chorus
Caught in a paradox
Living in a dream
Pressing hard for answers
Is harder than it seems

In between the questions
Lies a twisted form of trust
That hides between the scenes
Just below the dust

Caught in a paradox
Losing track of time
Lies about the circumstances
Could be thought a vicious crime
Right below the surface
Before my very eyes
Is the answer why....

Bridge x 2
Trapped on the edge of paralysis
Can't even scream
I think this is much more
Than a dream

Inst

V3
I may seem concerned
Judging by my state
But if there's a chance
I dare not wait

V4
Cuz I'm trapped in a void
Losing my mind
My every thought is
Locked in rewind

Pre-chorus

Chorus

[napoleonboot]

Mike - it was fun to do, with great results.

I was disconcerted when we changed rhythmic approach part way through the project, inspired by Gary coming abord, but I am really glad we stuck with it .

You guys are a talented bunch of musicians who are a pleasure to work with.

It (prog) rocks. 

George

[Albino]

I second everything George says... This was one mutha f****r of a track to do.
But one that is really satisfying to see come to fruition.   

Thanks mike for the opportunity.

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Any chance of a .wav ?

[Tricia41]

Very cool.  Sounds like Rush. 

[jwoo10]

Outstanding work here!

Kudos to all!

Looks like I missed getting in on a Great one here... Great drum work Steve!

Vocals are killer George!

J... You'r fantastic in EVERYTHING you do...

Gary.. I'd like to work with you some more.. you've got tremendous skills...

Mike.. Nice job mastering .. *(drums are a lil crisp for my ears BUT overall everything works well together).

Yes it has very much a Rush feel to it!

[floouk]

Good god are we finished?!   

What an absolute blast this has been.  What an honour and a privilege it has been for me to work with the exceptionally fabulous musicians and people on this track.  (you know who they are)

Mike, thanks for taking a chance on an unknown, for letting me flex my musical muscles and for letting me turn left, when I probably should have turned right.  The fact that you did, says a lot about you.

Great mix too.  I sincerely hope we can do this again some time.

John (jwoo) more than happy to work with you on future projects, your tempo, feel and groove on wounded healer was quite simply fabulous.

Well done Everybody - I couldn't be happier

[cyclone]

Fantastic song by all who were involved.Definately reminds me of rush one of my favorite bands.I am not a drummer but I remember playing a mean airdrum for 2112.You too huh?
cyclon;e

[j]

This is a great example of what happens when you get a bunch of talented perfectionists together for a write. From the top to the bottom, this song excels, IMO. This caliber of musicianship makes it a challenge to keep up with. Good fun guys, here's to many more!

[CosmicDolphin]

Great song guys - Nice vocals George.  Everyone played nice and tight - the performaces all sound top notch.

It does sound like someone's filtered all the low end out though which is a shame.

CD

Edit ...Out of curiosity as you'd posted the ape I ran it through some mastering stuff to try & bring the bottom end back...Everything below 65hz was rolled off quite steeply...may want to look at your hi-pass filters in the mix ? Also a lot of low mids were missing and the treble boosted quite high ...makes me wonder if you mixed it on headphones ?

[floouk]

This is a great example of what happens when you get a bunch of talented perfectionists together for a write. From the top to the bottom, this song excels, IMO. This caliber of musicianship makes it a challenge to keep up with. Good fun guys, here's to many more!

Couldn't agree with you more Jay

[snowdoguk]

I've updated the mp3 version with a mix with more lower end and extending into the low mids... (I only removed it in the first place because there was a school of thought that there was too much low end) 

The .wma is the "original" and the .mp3 is bass enhanced

[AndyG6508]

which one Snowy? v6 or v7 - mp3 I mean - I'd like to download the bass enhanced version.

Andy

I've updated the mp3 version with a mix with more lower end and extending into the low mids... (I only removed it in the first place because there was a school of thought that there was too much low end) 

The .wma is the "original" and the .mp3 is bass enhanced

[snowdoguk]

which one Snowy? v6 or v7 - mp3 I mean - I'd like to download the bass enhanced version.

Andy

I've updated the mp3 version with a mix with more lower end and extending into the low mids... (I only removed it in the first place because there was a school of thought that there was too much low end) 

The .wma is the "original" and the .mp3 is bass enhanced

v7 is bh Andy

[AndyG6508]

Thanks Mike.

Great tune  good to see it finished. Sublime performances from everyone - a super slice of prog rock goodness.

Keep them coming!

Andy

which one Snowy? v6 or v7 - mp3 I mean - I'd like to download the bass enhanced version.

Andy

I've updated the mp3 version with a mix with more lower end and extending into the low mids... (I only removed it in the first place because there was a school of thought that there was too much low end) 

The .wma is the "original" and the .mp3 is bass enhanced

v7 is bh Andy

[Paulo]

Superb  ... Gee folks!!! This is really like the great Progressive Rock Bands, ouch!!!! I love it