merlino's 100 Most Recent Comments

Cover of U2's "One" (still a great sign of our times) by fiercecalm 3 months ago
One year later...it's even better.

Double WOW !!!!!

The passion is undeniable and the strength is very lifting.

All other covers stand aside.

Cheers,
merlino.
Driving From The Lake Feeling Good by TheTiler 1 year ago
Simply fabulous all around.

I'm not usually a fan of instrumentals but this tells a story for sure..

Well done. A great tune and super professional.

Cheers, and thanks for sharing
Merlino
The Witch Song by Bonnie Lockhart (cover) by randolf 1 year ago
A neat, interesting well written tune.
very much enjoyed.
thanks for sharing.

Great singing
Cheers,
Merlino
Nowhere New by WillCharles 1 year ago
I enjoyed everything about this tune.
Your voice blends very well with the guitar playing and "love the skipping along the country side" reflective feel to this baby.

Well done.
i don't do ratings as a good song like this has no scale....

Cheers,
Merlino
Help Me Make It Through The Night by RedthruNthru 1 year ago
Well done.
Country is about stories and I like the way you made this story yours....

Cheers,
Merlino
Sabes lo que quiero (You Know What I Want) by lewisgreenbaba 1 year ago
Very well done.
Loved the listen.
Great leads and the vox goes well with the groove

Merlino
Lord, Lord, Lord, give me a break by Sloparts 1 year ago
There's no limit on your great music.
Cheers mate.
Really enjoyed

Merlino
Cuore Parlante (speaking heart) by MusicLeft 1 year ago
Bravo Bravo Bravo

Grazie,
Merlino
Mustang Sally + RC by MikeRC 1 year ago
Many many have covered this baby....

This is one of the best all around versions I've heard of this classic...

Very well done and thanks for sharing.
Merlino
One for my Baby - (and one more for the road) by Sloparts 1 year ago
Hi Ed:
Order one more on me as well...

Cheers and well done.
Merlino
Confessions in Latin by MickD 1 year ago
Interesting take on a classic bear
Merlino
Chain Gang by morgan102 1 year ago
Very good rendition

A little more strength on the bass mix could bring this more into the now feel while retaining the essence of the original.

Well done
Merlino
REvolution cover. by Morris 1 year ago
I"m very impressed with how you got all the little subtleties in the song.
I do a lot of stuff where I'm playing all the instruments including ones I would not call my natural feel instruments so hats of to you.

I know the challenges and I like whet you have done here.
Cheers,
Merlino
Michelle (Beatles cover) by TomDevine 1 year ago
Great quality on the over-all production.
I think a cover song hat has it's own individuality is cool.
You have captured the original essence but you have made it your own...no question.

Great stuff,
Thanks for sharing.
Merlino.
Teach Your Children by jl 1 year ago
Harmony heaven...
wow.
thanks
merlino
IMAGINE by OUTTHERE 1 year ago
Great singing yes...for sure.
enjoyed
thanks
merlino
The Piano Song (Completed Version) by MikeHuntingford 1 year ago
I feel better for you with this tune.
i hope you do as well.
Cheers and thanks for sharing.
merlino
Seventeen by Kresling 1 year ago
Simon & G harmonies 2010
Enjoyed.
Thanks for sharing.
Merlino
Crown of Thorns by theDRP 1 year ago
Trust in who shall be first shall be last and who shall be last shall be first.

Thanks for sharing
Merlino
The Water Is Wide by RedthruNthru 1 year ago
I'm in my office looking out into the industrial park but you brought me to a river bank, alone with my memories and my dreams, with a haze and a morning fog lifting and a hope for a better day....

Thank you
Merlino
Diamond Joe by ManfromTexas 1 year ago
Great Dylan style vocal that actually hits pitch
Good tune
Nice natural feel
I enjoyed it
Cheers
Merlino
GIMME LOVE by KCsGROOVE 1 year ago
Love the keys and drum combo
Good overall feel to the tune
A hear a slight lennonesque approach to lyrics
Enjoyed
Merlino
Rockabye Baby Blues by Vixen 1 year ago
I Love the blues and you do em justice with this tune.
Greatly enjoyed
Jazzy blues guitar sounds great.
Merlino
walking in Memphis [cover] by eagle 2 years ago
Good job on the cover.
Enjoyed
Thanks
merlino
FRY it UP !! by RedthruNthru 2 years ago
Go girl,
Country Blues with a 2010 twist of "rap-feel"
Rock on,,,,
enjoyed,
merlino
Che bello by ohlanda 2 years ago
Un bellissimo valtze.

Bravi bravi bravi...
Beautiful harmonies on the vocals

Let us hear more collabs....
Ciao,
merlino
Le eccezioni by jacoust 2 years ago
Bravo - J

Mi piacherebbe provare una versione in Inglese - and release this baby in North America as well.

I hope you take that as a compliment,
Ciao,
merlino
Zydeco Boogaloo by nlsn 2 years ago
Bet no one stays sitting down when you guys play this one...
Everyone having fun.
Love it.
Cheers,
merlino
In Your Eyes {Acoustic Cover} by RAVENS 2 years ago
Simply superbly laid down....
Great vocals and I agree with you on the guitar work.....
Truly enjoyed
Cheers,
merlino
TIRED OF YOUR HAIR AND WAYS by Barretok 2 years ago
Glad to see the master still sits in the big chair.
I've been away a while and nice to come back to Barretok creativity...I missed it.
Cheers,
Merlino
At the Gallery by nlsn 2 years ago
Chris Rea...step aside please...theres a new master in town.

Love the style in both music and vocals
Downloading as I type and it's in my cycle....
Thanks for sharing
there is time by j0j0 2 years ago
Simple yet full.
Traditional feel with a unique edge.
If this is a throw out on the CD, I can't wait for the CD
Not sure if the 2 voices take a bit away from the song by having them together most of the way through the song . ( just a thought)
Enjoyed,
Merlino
Dear prudence Cover by Morris 2 years ago
One of my favorite Beatle numbers.
Not an easy song to cover and you did a good job.
I think the vocals could be a little more in front in the mix.
The bass is down pat.
Good all around production on a challenging project.
Cheers,
Merlino
Sugar by ChemicalDistance 2 years ago
It's blues alright...
Good tune and lyrics.
Not a fan of the real hard driving guitar but then that just might be my age....
Cheers,
Merlino
Been Down So Long by ClayPotts 2 years ago
It's been a while for me since I've been around Clay, but what a welcome return with this baby.
What are you using for drums mate ?

Love it and it's in my rotation playlist....
Cheers,
Merlino
A Change Will Come by azstudio 2 years ago
1992 - Italy - Wow.....
Cheers for the great track.
Merlino
Thinkin' by johanevander 2 years ago
I remember my first.......and it was no where as good as this from a quality point of view...

I would watch the pitch on the singing though...
Cheers and gives us more...

Merlino
BACK TO NATURE by KCsGROOVE 2 years ago
KC.............Please, please, please tell me how you get such clear and powerful drum tracks.
A great foundation which the rest of your magic rests on....

Need I say more?
Always a pleasure to come home to IC and find the KC magic....

Cheers
Merlino
Send Me The Pillow That You Dream On by ClayPotts 2 years ago
Hi Clay....
Haven't been around as much lately because I'm trying to run faster than my bank that is chasing...... if you know what I mean......

.......anyway, always a great comfort to come home to Clay's music on IC....

Cheers and enough said...
Merlino
Respect The Storm by LilDude 2 years ago
I enjoyed...
Suggestion is to bring the drums even more in front and that will drive all the other instrumentation, including the vocals, to a new level.

Just a thought.
Thanks for sharing.
I don't do ratings...

Cheers,
Merlino
Rainbows and Butterflies by RedthruNthru 2 years ago
I had to come back for an encore...

And another bow to you.

Wow,

Thanks for sharing,
Merlino

Rainbows and Butterflies by RedthruNthru 2 years ago
Like a few people who have already commented above, I am speechless as well.

I bow to all the collaborators and I send by best wishes for your healing over your loss. I am blessed that at the age of 56 I still enjoy the company of my parents directly across the street from me each day.

I believe God helped me come across this song lest I forget how precious each moment with them truly is.

.....and yes, I believe in that butterfly on your heart.

I do not download many songs but I will treasure this one....
Thanks for sharing and again...

I bow to you all !!!!

Merlino
Stormy Weather by fatchance 2 years ago
Nice easy laid back feel to this rendition.
Love the vocal style.

Thanks for sharing.
Cheers,
Merlino
Take My Hand (Song For Renee) by RedthruNthru 2 years ago
Speachless........it's so good.

Vocals, instrumentation, mix, sound quality and overall production.
How does anyone get drums crisp sounding like this????

God bless your sister and tell her there's one more person offering a hand ...
Best wishes,
Merlino
Find the River by Vixen 2 years ago
Great vocals and great work on the guitar.

When those vocal pipes open up it sends shivers down my spine.
Wow...
Cheers.
I don't do ratings and there is no scale for this baby anyway.
Merlino
Crossroads v3 by JulietsFuneral 2 years ago
One of my favorites as well.
I like what you did on this. You have your own style in there but you kept the essence of the Clapton approach to the song...

Enjoyed,
I don't do ratings.
Cheers,
Merlino
The Weight (The Band Cover) by JulietsFuneral 2 years ago
One of my favorites.
This is a tough one to do solo but you give it a very unique twist.

You certainly have the "twang" style to the vocals. The pitch seems off in a couple of places.
Enjoyed.
I don't do ratings
Cheers,
Merlino
Keep On Gettin' On (Until We Can't Go On Anymore) by schubertiad 2 years ago
Really enjoyed the whole feel of this song.
The harmonies are like delicious whipped cream on an already fantastic desert.

Great guitar work as well.
The only suggestion would be to add a middle 8 around your instrumental break just to add a little more flavor.

Thanks for sharing...
Great tune and great theme for this super father's day.
Merlino
Hard Times by jibes 2 years ago
Came back for another listen and liked it even more ...
You have a winner her and such a unique vocal style...
A little of that Neil Young great feel and occasional pitch doubt that just hits and combines perfectly.

I don't think I can describe it any better.
Enjoyed
Ballad for an unfortunate man by justb 2 years ago
I believe there is no greater agony than an innocent man/ woman being viewed by everyone as guilty and no way to prove him or herself innocent.

I believe you caught some of that desperation in this tune.
Well done.
Merlino
I Have Dreamed - a dream "filmfilled" by ClayPotts 2 years ago
Is there any art you don't take a crack at?
Well done and enjoyed.

As usual, an outstanding production.
Cheers,
Merlino
Danger (I Will Find You) by vegetal 2 years ago
Definite unique style and sound.

I hear just a touch of the 80's in this baby.

Enjoyed,
Thanks,
Merlino
Son of a Preacher Man (Dusty Springfield cover) by DirtyRice 2 years ago
Love the raunchy side of the style on this rendition.
Dusty is one of my favorite singers. We covered her "I Only Want To be With You" and I can hear you cutting some rawness in that tune as well.

Welcome to IC.
You have a great voice and a great talent. Don't let us beg for more now....
Cheers,
Enjoyed,
Merlino
Jason Mraz- I'm Yours Cover by musika 2 years ago
Very good rendition and good vocals.....
Enjoyed.
I don't do ratings.
(Not crazy about the little ad in the song)
Cheers,
merlino

Little Room by bjmusic 2 years ago
BJ- I can hear why the song resonates with you.
I never heard Norah's version but I sure like yours.
Cheers,
Merlino
Hard Times by jibes 2 years ago
I too love the chord progression and the way you present it on this tune.
Nice raw and heart felt vocals as well....
Neil Young would be pleased with your style,,,
I know I am.
Enjoyed and I don't do ratimgs.
Cheers,
Merlino
Sx7 - Between Time & Space is Forever by offbalance 2 years ago
True innocence in the lyrics and music.
Thanks,
Merlino
Happy People (Can Live Forever) by De_Las_Flores 2 years ago
Sorry......
Art is art but having a bit of a challenge appreciating the greatness in this...
Cheers,
Merlino
Teach Your Children /Landslide Morph (w/AnnaRouge & Pharmakeus) by RubyDubidoux 2 years ago
I'm not a fan of loops but I love your voices and I appreciate the way you tried to arrange these 2 classics together.

Enjoyed.
Thanks,
Merlino
Anew (new Hooligans Harmonizing version) by Naaji 2 years ago
Ladies all I can do is bow and ask for more from both of you.
I would not mind coming on the road with you if you drag Claypots along. At least I can take the garbage out and cook a meal or two....
Cheers,
You know I don't do rating as I can't rate art anyway.
Merlino
06 10 2008 by gmiller31 2 years ago
Good bass riff and hook...
Now make a song of it.....
I don't do ratings,
Cheers,
Merlino

Stuck in the Rut of the Blues by Gearoid58 2 years ago
No question this is blues but I don't hear the "same old riffs nor the same old beat" which is what I really liked about this song. (Great drum and guitar work)

Love the ending too

You are not stuck when you keep pushing the blues envelope like this..
Thanks for sharing.
I don't do ratings ...can't rate art!!!
Cheers,
Merlino
Highway Star by DaveM 2 years ago
One of my all time favorites and you got this baby down just right.
A better driving song was not written....

Great vocals.
Merlino
Leave Behind Georgia {Chicago Shuffle Blues} by pharmakeus 2 years ago
God bless Chicago blues and the Pharmakeus.

Great tune...
Cheers,
Merlino
Jillian by TheTiler 2 years ago
Wow....
Your fingers do dance...beautifully.
No Question.
Cheers,
Merlino
Bahama Blues/ Fingerstyle Blues with a bit other stuff mixed in :) by TheTiler 2 years ago
I had to listen to another of your tunes after I heard California Dreaming and guess what...
I'm gonna listen to all of your material...

You have magic dancing fingers and your soul is the choreographer.....and I thank you for sharing them all with us.

I don't rate art so please forgive.
Merlino

California Dreaming - Finger-style Guitar Solo by TheTiler 2 years ago
You must write that book.....

If it's 1/10th. as good as this rendition I won't put it down until the last page is read......and probably screaming for more ....just like I did after listening to this.

San Fran is in your blood, you soul, your mind, and in your fingers.
God bless your family.

Thanks for sharing your story and most of all your music.
Cheers..

I don't do ratings and there is no scale for this rendition and art anyway.
Merlino
CRIME OF THE HEART by Barretok 2 years ago
Hey Mr. B.........
What the heck do I do now with this letter I received in my mailbox?
Is it yours?
Did you send it.
Did you mean to send it to someone else?
I'm not even a girl.........but everyone tells me I cry like one?????
I'm really confused....

The feeble attempt at the creative "comment submission" to this song does not do justice to the very creative approach you took here.........And Yes, I love the trombone.

But now that I know how you really feel about someone else......
I returning the letter to the wrong sender...
So take that.

Cheers,
Merlino.
Elizabeth by RedthruNthru 2 years ago
Hey Red....
You brought me back to the days when I ran through the woods travelled by Robin Hood.

I hear a combo 3/4 and 4/4 tempo which makes this song truly enchanting....

Thanks for sharing and what a lovely voice..., as always !!
Cheers,
Merlino
Dream Lover by jsullivan 2 years ago
Love the unique approach to this song with the instrumentation you chose.

Vocals are on pitch and key.
If I was producing this with you though I'd ask you to move the key up a semi-tone or 2 to push you vocals to the limit.

I think with your vocal tone this baby reaches a "different" -----not necessarily better level, but I'd sure like to hear you try pushing that vocal range of yours....

Thanks for sharing.
Merlino
Sugar Mountain (Neil Young cover) by robby_reverb 2 years ago
A great Canadian musical icon and you have captured the essence of Neil I think.
Congratulations and thanks for sharing.
Enjoyed,
Merlino
Gently by Humaniversally 2 years ago
May the softness of your guitar playing engulf a soft landing in your gentleness need.

Enjoyed and truly a beautiful piece.
I don't do ratings and do not believe in rating art anyway.

The flute always sounds like a lonely instrument to me and I hope joy surrounds you.
if there is a need of strength...re-visit and listen to this pice a music again with your eye closed and you'll find the needed strength.

Cheers,
Merlino
Madre Sierra by ClayPotts 2 years ago
Hey Clay...
You found the gold in the feel and the lyrics here.
Not easy lyrics to sing but you make it sound so effortless.

You are obviously glad she picked you and I can tell by your vocal track !!!

Nice raw singing and alway enjoy the songs of the master.
Cheers,
Merlino
Tenth by carlajpatterson 2 years ago
Great voice...

Congratulations
Merlino
The Waiting Room by MuteAlbino 2 years ago
I'm really curious as to what the character in the song is waiting for...

Not a enjoyable wait one would think judging by the excellent mood you manage to set with your instrumentation and not mixture.

Wee done...
I little short I would think.
Cheers, I don't do ratings,
Merlino
Teddy's little shocker - sizzle mix by woofer3 2 years ago
Love the beat and tempo.

Would like to hear some more bottom on the tune...
Love the tempo in the middle.

I'm in the shocker i this baby is not a winner.
You have a hook, a great spirit, a sing along type, great vocals.
Put some bottom on this baby and it's a new classic.

WOW...I really like this tune. One of my all time favorites on Icomp.

I don't believe nor do ratings and there is no scale for art.
This baby is really good.....enough said.

Thanks you for sharing.
It's downloading and in my favorites.
Cheers,
Merlino
Broken Wings by LisaPatric 2 years ago
I want to live in eternity with this chord progression and the variation of vocals you present.
maybe not in eternity ........but this is really good singing on some basic chords.

I don't believe in rating art.......
Cheers,
Enjoyed,
Merlino
Take Some Time by Naaji 2 years ago
Once the drum track is down you seem to be ably to push the limit and you have done it again on this tune.
Enjoyed it.
Cheers.
You know I don't do nor believe in rating art....
Merlino
Clubbin with you by seqmusic 2 years ago
A very much over-all Santanish feel and please take that as a compliment.

You pulled my leg on the vocal comment but I do hear an expanded vocal track and would love to add a female addition to your core lyrics and vocal track. ( I would bring in the vocals a little earlier than you do. I actually thought you were pulling my leg there by your comments as the vocals came in quite late.

This is not far from a classic in my mind.
Superbly done and hats off to all musicians.
Thanks for sharing,

I don't do ratings and I don't really think there is a scale for this baby.
Cheers,
Merlino

Swingin' With The Sharks by viz 2 years ago
I'm not a huge jazz fan but love the swing and you guys are really great together.

Compliments on the quality of the recording. A level I'm trying to get to with Garageband.

Would love to know if this is a straight live recording of all instruments or did you build it somehow?
You don't have to give away your secrets if you don't want to, but inquiring minds do want to know.

Cheers and thanks for sharing.
Merlino
Today I Started Loving You Again by ExperimentalPotts 2 years ago
Wow...you really are not being fair by not identifying the application you use to get this great quality.
Real Country roots in this baby.

Another curious question?
Are you related to ClayPotts here on icomp or what's the gig?

Cheers, and I truly enjoy your music.
Thanks for being here and sharing.
Merlino
DREAM ON by dr_elvis01 2 years ago
Has that drunken yet real feel to an experience I believe we all have had at one time or another...
Lyrics are quality stuff...

Art here for sure as I believe you are pushing the musical limits.
Please take that as a compliment.

"general bar noise as an off rhythm track"....and it works on this baby.
Who'd a thunk it but an artist.

You got my attention on this.
Cheers,
Merlino
Estate (di Bruno Martino) by CharlyDeeCynthius 2 years ago
Una passegiata in harmonia con la persona che si ama a bracchio.

Ecco la docessa che sento.

BRAVO.
Ciao,
Merlino
Chelsea's Song by Corey_Edwards 2 years ago
This is a fabulous musical production but I'm a traditional song lover so I find this baby is screaming for some heart -felt lyrics.

maybe a collaboration is in order because your musical arrangement talents are too good to leave stranded in the "instrumental world."

think of how many people have tried a variation of the chord progression you have here.
Individuality of musical production which you have in spades needs to hook up with a lyricist. Then there is a Elton John - Bernie potential...

Something to ponder mate.
Cheers,
Merlino
Cry by blues69 2 years ago
A new twist on a classic chord progression.....

Would love to know how you get this quality and clarity of sound on all the tracks especially the drums that are the toughest for me to get the way I like them.

Any suggestions are welcome...
Cheers,
Merlino
Monkey Business by blues69 2 years ago
With blues and guitar playing like this you did not bay chance grow up on the south side of Chicago did ya?

What would the world be without some Monkey Business.
If this is your band she's a tight one and a keeper.
Enjoyed....
Cheers,
Merlino
Your Last Shirt Aint Got No Pockets by blues69 2 years ago
Jive baby jive...

You have the whole package....
Great guitar & arrangement & keys and vocal and over all production.

Enjoyed.
Will look into more of your tunes...
Cheers,
Merlino
Fragile by blues69 2 years ago
Love the very unique guitar and vocal style on this baby.
I found the panning approach you took very refreshing.

The only suggestion I have is to maybe try adding a bass track.
Not sure you want play around with something that is quite good but maybe the bass will add to the contour...if you know what I'm hearing in my head ???

Thanks for sharing.
I'm not a believer in rating art so I don't.
Cheers,
Merlino.
Sweet Pea by jsullivan 2 years ago
Maybe simple as you state but very good.
Enjoyed and I like your vocal style on this song.

Not a believer in rating art so I don't .
Thanks for sharing.
Cheers
Merlino
The Ball Within The Gag by ClayPotts 2 years ago
My compliments to everyone who had a hand in this project.
Great music and a great topic.

There is a very fine line between great leaders who inspire and lead for the good of the world and leaders with great abilities to influence for the sole objective of being the center of attention.

A simple rule that I have learned the hard way in my journeys of experiences with leaders is this....
The greatest leaders of all who do the greatest for mankind always lead from behind. This means in practical every day terms that they give credit to everyone else for the good things that happen and take accountability and responsibility for the things that need fixing.... They look to help the slowest while inspiring the fastest to get faster....

I could go on but I think you have said it better in your song.

If anyone thinks one man's actions can't change the world listen to this baby again....

Thanks everyone for sharing
Cheers,
Merlino.


ONE THOUSAND PILLS by Barretok 2 years ago
Anyone looking for the perfect harmony to originality need look no further than Mr. B right here on Icomp.

Love the groove.
Another masterpiece.
Cheers,
Merlino
Learning to Fly by jamesrjones 2 years ago
Great concept and a very good production. Both here and your youtube spot.

Congratulations and thanks for sharing.
I don't to ratings. Art has no scale.
Cheers,
Merlino
Shadow Dancing (The Gisele Bundchen Runway Mix) by MarioMonroe 2 years ago
I'm not a huge listener of "House" but I must say that there is more originality in this tune than all "Dance" style songs I've come across.

Mario.....GREAT ALL AROUND PRODUCTION.

Fantastic combination of varying feels within the same song. Kind of like 5 or 6 in one.

My son is a huge fan of the genre and I'm forwarding the song to him.

Thanks for sharing.
I don't do rating mate and there is no scale for this masterpiece.
Cheers,
Merlino
HEad of wood by Morris 2 years ago
Dreamy...

Love the way the song builds. The "Phil Colins' In the Air" type rolls are neat.

Thanks for sharing,
Merlino
Chutney - the India Jam series by Humaniversally 2 years ago
I'm a complete novice when it comes to Indian music and instruments but being a fan of rhythms you give us an interesting and enjoyable journey of rhythms here.

Enjoyed.
Merlino
Jailbird Blues by pharmakeus 2 years ago
The good blues, the bad blues and the ugly blues......
You are the former....

3 characters in a blues bar....
You'll come out on top every time.
Cheers,
Merlino
Never Been To Spain by ExperimentalPotts 2 years ago
The king is back.....
One of my favorites
Merlino
Cruel Hearted (A Disco Song!) by Naaji 2 years ago
bell Bottoms....
Now that brings me back a few years and you are way too young to even imagine the bottoms...

Disco Funk is what I hear on this baby...

Enjoyed and I don't do ratings because there is no scale for art....

Cool track...
Cheers,
Merlino
The Manhole Descent by JackFancy 2 years ago
Endless burn...
Cheers,
Merlino
YOU NEED A FRIEND by KCsGROOVE 2 years ago
Funk at it's core but I do hear a JJ Cale & Clapton combo style here and I hope you take that as a compliment.

Overall great production.
Great on any "album" if you allow me to date myself.

Cheers and enjoyed.
Merlino
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