Yellow Jumps Twice: BE IMPRESSED

Yellow Submarine Jumps Twice!

Yes, indeed, there are many Beatle elements wwoven through this tune.
Excellent sound and really good vocal effects. Trippingly fine track.

Brit pop at it's best. What, you say you're from Germany?!
Smart, beautifully produced, superb musicianship. Yellow Jumps Twice has it going on with this tune. I really think this deserves some serious attention. LOVE the band name. I'll be listening to more of this NOW.

Open chords, open minds

A strong beat in 4/4 catches the listener's attention in the intro of this very nicely conceived pop song. Acoustic guitar, tuned down to D, clean tube electrics pound out a solid foundation. Good verse, strong, short bridge, very nice refrain. Feels like a wool blanket. Haven't heard this German group for a while. They have been in the OMD business since the early mp3.com days, back when we were called "This Side Up", and they have made much headway. The production is good, the mix is balanced. Catchy tune!

Music:
It’s a long time since I’ve heard anyone attempt a rock-pop tune in 5/4 time, let alone succeed at create one as gorgeously hypnotic, dreamy and haunting as this one, very impressive!

Lyrics:
The words invoke images, provoke thoughts and flow perfectly with the groove and sound of the music while remaining slightly vague or perhaps deliberately ambiguous. I can’t find a single fault in this set of lyrics.

Arrangement &
Production:
As a producer I tend to be hypercritical in this department however in this case I can honestly say I wouldn’t change a thing.

Lead Vocal:
A rich warm sound and an alluring emotive performance make this one of the best understated vocal performances of any track I’ve reviewed on Makeastar.com to date. It would be unfair not to mention the harmonies as well in this case, they are a perfect compliment to the lead vocal.

Musicianship:
Every performance is perfectly In the pocket and every harmonic/melodic choice enhances the mood of the track and ads colour and dimension without disregard for the other parts, kudos to all concerned.

Originality:
The mood puts me in familiar territory and is reminiscent of a couple of tunes that are timeless for me but that takes nothing away from the originality of this piece, a rare feat, once again well done.

Marketability:
I honestly believe this track is highly marketable even though it may be difficult to convince the powers that be to take a chance on a tune that breaks many conventions. One way could be to approach music supervisors or directors of independent films as I am sure the song would be a perfect compliment to an appropriate scene.

General Comments:
I’m probably stating the obvious by saying that I really enjoyed this track but as a reviewer I often hear things of quality and rate them accordingly even if they’re not to my personal taste. In this case I have no hesitation saying that I will come back to this song for my own listening pleasure in future and I’m very curious about the rest of your material.

Average Score
8.286

Music:
Great track! You have a lot of musical elements mixed in here, but everything fits tightly within the concept of the song. Your languid melancholy vocal melody and the pace of the track add up to a dreamy heavy place. Just enough brightness in the music to keep you from putting the gun in your mouth and pulling the trigger.

Lyrics:
Feeling a little down lately? Fortunately, you keep your sense of humor about it. That's the biggest issue in the lyric; are you being cute or going for broke? You invoke both possibilities and that alone is an achievement. The question is: are you sacrificing catharsis for attention? John Lennon vs. Morrissey. Either way, you've got something going, but what do you want?

Arrangement &
Production:
Absolutely one of the best tracks I've heard on MakeaStar. No false steps anywhere in the track and your mix is perfection, except for the vocal after the solo seem slightly low in the mix. All the sounds are great and the parts all add up the greatest expression of the intent of the song.

Lead Vocal:
Your voice is the instrument of the god of melancholy here and I can't find any fault with it as a vehicle for expression. To my ears, you deliver your intention perfectly. Still, in the performance I hear the battle I mentioned in the lyric comments raging. What would Robyn Hitchcock say?

Musicianship:
Primo. Again, every part and sample is placed perfectly to add up to Synody, the state in song where the words and the music add up to a sum greater than the parts. Your fills and solos are lyrical and the rhythm track is killer. No chops display, but why would you?

Originality:
You''ve synthesized an original take on the blues from your influences that really builds on their work. I hear echoes everywhere, but in no instance is it distracting. Can''t say enough good about it really, but I don''t want to just repeat myself.

Marketability:
The toughest issue here. Your treatment of the subject matter is thorough. There is the bleakness and the humor in equal measure. The problem is that like Ray Davies and Robyn Hitchcock, your cleverness distracts from your commercial potential. You know what buttons to push to get the heart or the mind going, but how to do both at once is the issue.

General Comments:
An absolutely fantastic track. And a very thought provoking song, especially in the sense that you have two possibilities artistically at your fingertips. Which will prevail?

Average Score
8.571

Music:
A great song, punctuated by great tracks, and a dynamic production that encompasses the entire musical spectrum from the 60's to current times. With a pulsating infectious groove, a melody that is haunting at times yet beautiful at others, this track has single written all over it.

Lyrics:
Wow, I'd hate to be the person you're talking about in this tune. Nice flow, and good use of lines that have continuity, form and words that have a deep enough meaning without having to look them up in the dictionary, yet are simple enough to understand during the first read/listen. Great job.

Arrangement &
Production:
It appears that you used drum loops . . . correct? Some sections could stand to be set up a little better, and there are some unnecessary crashes and punches during the verse section(s). Otherwise, this is a wonderfully produced track with authentic tones and sounds. The mix and master are high end pro as well. Brilliant work.

Lead Vocal:
At first listen, it was difficult to get past a few of the pitchy issues. But as the song grows, the melancholy character, tone, and disonant harmonies grew on me as well. Your tone, pitch, and character all come to fruition and deliver a smashing vocal take that perfectly commands the song.

Musicianship:
Top notch, primo, exquisite, and highly professional are a few terms that describe the magnitude of accomplishment here. Clearly, there are years of experience either having been schooled or just attending the school of hard knocks, socially and musically. Great compopsition, great instrumental performances. Brilliant work.

Originality:
Several influences from the obvious Pink Floyd, to many other british based groups - far too many to mention here. However, the best thing is that you''ve brought your own artistry to what appears to be an innate sense of that musical style, rather than a immatation. We'd like to hear everything you''ve written.

Marketability:
From publishing, to TV, Film, Live shows, and internet marketing, this track and I'm sure several others of yours are primed for public consumption. Target radio programming directors, independent promoters, and A&R scouts with all of your music, and sit back and watch them squirm for the highest bid.

General Comments:
If your business sense comes as natural to you as your sense of music does, you'll be well on your way to acheiving success in the music industry. Compile a list of industry resources, and contact them each to expose your work to the world. Do business with those who do business with you.

Average Score
8.857

Another Great One

Another great song by one of the best bands anywhere.
Cool sound, cool lyrics, and a solid hooky chorus.
The bass on this song really grabs me, like it a lot, is that an upright?
Vocals are top notch as usual, percussion right in the pocket.
What's not to like?