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Title: Stop Kicking That Cat
Post by: Farrell Jackson on April 05, 2021, 09:46:37 AM
Update: This is a new mix with backing and harmony vocals added and Mastered by LANDR
This is a collaboration with my friend Ed. He sent me this unfinished song and asked if I would like to add lyric, vocal, and guitar. I liked what he had thus far so I went to work on it. It had a Beatle-esque sound to me so that influenced what I added. It's still in the demo stage as of now because I want to add some backing vocals and remix it.
Credits: Ed - All keys/synths, drums, bass and mix.
Farrell -  Slide guitar harmonies, vocals, harmonica, and lead guitar.

Stop Kicking That Cat
(Intro-Slide and Harmony guitar)
(V1) When your world is going south... and you don't know what to do
You need to talk it out... to change your attitude
(V2) When the pot begins to boil...turn down the flames
Not all flushes are royal...there are bumps in life's game
(Chr) You reap what you sow...don't make it all a spat, no
Step back and let it go...and stop kicking that cat
Nothing's won by folding your hand...nothing's gained by tossing your hat
Not all is a reprimand...so stop kicking that cat
(harmonica solo)
(Repeat V2) When the pot begins to boil...turn down the flames
Not all flushes are royal...there are bumps in life's game
(Chr) You reap what you sow...don't make it all a spat, no
Step back and let it go...and stop kicking that cat
Nothing's won by folding your hand...nothing's gained by tossing your hat
Not all is a reprimand...so stop kicking that cat
(Guitar solo)
(V3) Don't let things sit on your chest
There's reason to give it your best
Life will be a whole lot better...when you're not a fence sitter
Life will be so much better...when you're you're not feeling bitter
(Outro) Step back and let it go...and stop kicking that cat
Not all is at your command...so stop kicking that cat.

Farrell Jackson © 11-23-2020

Title: Re: Stop Kicking That Cat demo
Post by: Redler on April 05, 2021, 11:23:27 AM
That slide / harmony guitar is so good at the intro! And the whole song sounds "massive"! Your voice works always!

Everything has put well together, indeed! Fine collab!
Title: Re: Stop Kicking That Cat demo
Post by: Groundy on April 05, 2021, 11:55:14 AM
Wow, what a cracker, just love the slide.
First class number... Alex
Title: Re: Stop Kicking That Cat demo
Post by: StephenM on April 05, 2021, 11:57:51 AM
my comment got deleted because I didn't re hit the post button...oh well...

this should be mandatory listening for all of us...great wisdom in the lyrics and the tune is rockin..
love the smokin Allman like lead guitar...its big and beautiful...
a real nice song FJ
Title: Re: Stop Kicking That Cat demo
Post by: Gritter on April 05, 2021, 02:09:47 PM
Instantly catchy! Very crunchy, very punchy.
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Post by: DarrenG / The Devil's Toupee on April 05, 2021, 02:11:20 PM
Wow this is brilliant. Yeah It does sound like a lost Beatles track :) vocals reminded me of McCartney a bit. it has a nice energetic melody that bounces along nicely. Great music all round, love the slide guitar, lead, bass and keys. :) Darren
Title: Re: Stop Kicking That Cat demo
Post by: Ray Brookes on April 05, 2021, 02:22:16 PM
What a great collab! Lovely guitar work and love that harp solo. Excellent vox and cool lyrics, Farrell.
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Post by: Bluesberry on April 05, 2021, 06:52:40 PM
super fine...yes Beatlesy....but more so like the Brit pop guys from the 90's....totally comes together so well
Title: Re: Stop Kicking That Cat demo
Post by: thetworegs on April 06, 2021, 02:45:30 AM
Kind of got that sunny Sunday afternoon vibe .but it's cold and grey outside .. where's that bloody cat
Title: Re: Stop Kicking That Cat demo
Post by: Hook on April 06, 2021, 04:11:19 AM
Excellent brother, super fun tune. Great collaboration, love your lead work.
Rock on!
Title: Re: Stop Kicking That Cat demo
Post by: Mike_S on April 06, 2021, 08:37:47 AM
Great job Farrell / Ed, I do like those lyrics. This is a very solid tune, it does have that Beatles thing going on with the rhythm. Could possibly bring the vocals up a tiny bit? But a great song all round... a great intro too!

Mike
Title: Re: Stop Kicking That Cat demo
Post by: Farrell Jackson on April 06, 2021, 09:49:51 AM
Quote from: Mike_S on April 06, 2021, 08:37:47 AMGreat job Farrell / Ed, I do like those lyrics. This is a very solid tune, it does have that Beatles thing going on with the rhythm. Could possibly bring the vocals up a tiny bit? But a great song all round... a great intro too!

Mike

Thanks all for the comments!

Mike: Thanks for the feedback. You are right about the vocal level needing to be brought up a little. I'm going to add some backing vocals and on the remix I'll make sure to bring the lead vocal up...Thanks!
Title: Re: Stop Kicking That Cat demo
Post by: tonyc on April 06, 2021, 11:30:39 AM
great collab , love the vocals farrell , cracking catchy tune and superb lyrics , and a special mention on that harp playing brill ....fantastic work ,......cheers tony cee
Title: Re: Stop Kicking That Cat demo
Post by: BerryPatch on April 06, 2021, 01:33:30 PM
Sublime guitar work, especially the slide. Very cool song as well with an excellent melody. I dig it!
Title: Re: Stop Kicking That Cat demo
Post by: Flash Harry on April 06, 2021, 01:37:46 PM
Oh tasty!!!

It's got a great hook, but bring those vocals up please!

Love the guitars and the harp and the drums and .. well everything, but VOCALS!!!!!



Title: Re: Stop Kicking That Cat demo
Post by: cuthbert on April 06, 2021, 04:58:00 PM
That opening with slide style reminds me of Beatle George, which I think is a great thing. I like how its melody comes back in the verses. A great backer (love how the organ sounds with those drums), with great additions on top.

Great collab - I loved it, Farrell!
Title: Re: Stop Kicking That Cat demo
Post by: Ferryman_1957 on April 07, 2021, 05:20:29 AM
Love it, a really catchy song with a massive sound. My only comment would be similar to Mike's, the mix is so massive that the vocals are getting lost a bit, and it would help if you could make a bit more space for the lead guitar breaks. But it is a lovely, massive sound and it's a great song with real potential. Looking forward to hearing it with backing vox.....
Title: Re: Stop Kicking That Cat demo
Post by: pjd1 on April 07, 2021, 01:51:49 PM
The intro could have been written by Harrison , truly impressive composition for you both , love the harmonica break , vocals are brilliant ,the music and guitar breaks are first class, altogether one cracking song from start to finish !! loved it

Dunny
Title: Re: Stop Kicking That Cat demo
Post by: Kenneth on April 08, 2021, 12:47:55 AM
Loving your vocals on this... again!
This is a great tune musically and lyrics, you sound 20 years old!
Title: Re: Stop Kicking That Cat demo
Post by: Blooby on April 08, 2021, 06:27:00 PM

I always look forward to your posts.  The quality and attention to detail is always humbling. Reminds me of something that might sit on an album by The Bears. Always loved Belew's pop side.

Great post.

Blooby
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Post by: T.C. Elliott on April 08, 2021, 08:09:55 PM
Excellent. Sounds great: the writing, the performance and the mix.
Title: Re: Stop Kicking That Cat demo
Post by: Greeny (No longer active) on April 09, 2021, 07:35:58 AM
Bouncy, big and happy. I get a Macca vibe too. Like Macca playing with the Travelling Wilburys. Love the 'in your face' wallop of the production - soooo good. Love the melody, love that harp, and such great performances all round. Fantastic.
Title: Re: Stop Kicking That Cat
Post by: Farrell Jackson on April 09, 2021, 10:43:41 AM
Thanks all for the good comments!

Farrell
Title: Re: Stop Kicking That Cat demo
Post by: maxit on April 10, 2021, 11:30:09 AM
WOW, what a killer track! I'm late commenting, but at least I can say the last mix is perfect, just like the song!
Title: Re: Stop Kicking That Cat demo
Post by: StephenM on April 10, 2021, 08:25:47 PM
love that harmonica...so big...awesome work there....and the vocals really stand out now.... it was fine before for me....but yes...this is even better and the backing vox are great too...

and that lead, as I said before is amazing...incredible...and those little guitar noodlings around the chords are great too...yeah.,...this is a belter
Title: Re: Stop Kicking That Cat demo
Post by: Blooby on April 11, 2021, 01:38:26 PM

I try to take something away from all your mixes. Awesome parts awesomely placed in this awesome tune. Bugger.

Blooby
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