LEAD Inc_Way Of Life_mix Tommy Marcinek

[tjmtruth]

Many thanks to this band for encouraging us to be creative in doing this mix. AND, that's exactly what I did. I put my "producer" hat on and just let it flow.

First, I really liked the way the two lead vocal tracks worked together so I left them that way. To me, it sounds really good with the double-effect it has, plus it brings out the lyrics and a heavier sounding feel. Now, as to a heavier sounding feel, well THAT is what I went for.

I was looking for a powerful, punchy and in-your-face mix. I also did some arranging, shortening the song. It's more like a single (just under 5 minutes). Granted some cool parts were cut but it seems to flow very nicely and has a more radio-structured arrangement.

I want to add that I did NOT sound-replace anything. I only used the tracks that were provided, striving to get every last drop of power from every track. The drums were recorded really nicely and the musicians and the vocalist in the band are just great! ....a really nice tight performance!

I put a full day into this mix *8-hours, plus....and enjoyed every minute of it. I have uploaded it now and hope you all enjoy it. I need a day or two for my ears to recover because this was a marathon session and my ears are kinda toast. So, because of that, I will listen to some of your mixes in a couple of days and comment, etc.

Love you guys, this site, these wonderful mixes, the learning experience....everything. Dang! WE ARE LUCKY to have this site!!!

Please,

Tom