Time And Place by BerryPatch

[BerryPatch]

Another "full production one". I haven't really been feeling in the mood to record lately though recording this is getting me excited to write more. I used my new Epiphone SG Classic to record the guitar parts (with P-90s ) and started this one on Garageband (tracking Piano, Bass and GB drums) before putting it on the BR 1200 again.

Epiphone SG Classic Worn
Epiphone Viola Bass
Korg Piano
Mellotron App
Godin Acoustic
Shure Sm58
Fender Blues Junior Amp (with Fuzz Factory Pedal added in certain places)
GarageBand Drums and Electric Piano
Mixed on a BR 1200

What is it all worth in today
Memories collapse as decades fade
Lost in some era that passed as it was
Is there a cost to where it's turned
Just look at all those bridges burned
Have we forsaken it all just because

Can't think of anything at all
I know it's held up to a fault
I was the first to watch it fall
To paint their faces on the wall
As from above just like the sky
Half blinded by the truth in lies
Oh there was time and a place not far gone

Can't help but think of better days
Days when it all seemed not so grey
Picking up pieces that people forgot
And it makes wonder about what's next
Passing the aisles to see what's left
Nothing can hold if the center will not

Can't think of anything at all
I know it's held up to a fault
I was the first to watch it fall
To paint their faces on the wall
As from above just like the sky
Half blinded by the truth in lies
Oh there was time and a place not far gone

Crumbling walls in a sea of light
And the blue sky turns to red
"Well take your time and don't run away," she said "Never be misled"

Can't think of anything at all
I know it's held up to a fault
I was the first to watch it fall
To paint their faces on the wall
As from above just like the sky
There was a reason to know what's right
But that was time and a place now far gone

[Zoltan]

It was such a nice start for the day to begin with hearing a song of this pedigree. The production is top-notch and your songwriting skills really shine here. The arrangement is also superb. There's so much to hear with this one and there are several layers of sounds, hooks and ideas to be heard. Your vocal sound is always warm and there's (especially in this song) that instantly pleasing 70's feel to it all. This sounds like a hit from the days gone by. The kind of song that isn't instantly hitting you in the head with a huge main hook, but a one that's filled with several. The playout sections were also a real joy and the outro.
Such a great song!

[StephenM]

ah, the master comes through again!

I have read your lyrics for a while now (back there with "Raging Fire" ) I think it was called and onward.  My observation is that you are an older soul.  I don't want to sound too airy fairy or new agey but your lyrics ask questions and make observations that only a wise soul can do.  When I was your age it was mostly about getting the next beer or finding some weed.  I just want to congratulate you on your focus! 
another great song Keith.  I am not even remotely qualified to comment other than to say it's great.

[Hook]

Dude...Outstanding brother. Top quality production, has a bit of a 70s stadium band kinda feel.I dig.
Rock on!

[Oldrottenhead]

gaun yersel young berry. fabulous.

[Ray Brookes]

This is great, Keith. Everything shines here - the playing performances, the production, the vocal and the lyrics are insightful social comments that work so well. Super stuff mate; well done.

[tonyc]

superb song keith great sound and mix smart guitar work .....cheers tony cee

[Johnbee]

Love the chord changes, the Melotron work and the general atmosphere.  I'd say bring the drums up just a bit in the mix.

  John B

[Mike_S]

Great work Keith, love the melody, very sophisticated, but instantly pleasing on the ear. Some great lines in there, especially that "Nothing will hold if the centre does not". It's true it has that gentle classic 70s rock feel.

Just a little aside... there is a slight touch of Ozzy to your vocals on this one. But a version where Ozzy can actually sing as your vocal is a lot better than his.

Mike

[ODH]

That's really great and well put together. Love thé Melotron. The Ozzy resemblance struck me too.