Brando Quin - Crossings

by Brando Quin

Publisher: Brando Quin and John Mahoney of RavenPheat
Copyright: © 2008  Standard Copyright License
Language: English
Country: United States
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***Save 20% today only $15.95 regularly $19.95***This is the original Rock/Pop/Bluegrass 11 song CD, "Brando Quin - Crossings" Music and Production by RavenPheat and Friends--Starring Brando Quin, Producer John Mahoney, Todd Larsen, Tim Sadow, Dan King, Michele Sarrett, Ted Hale, Daphne Adato, and Sule Greg Wilson. Latest Review: "Nice : ) Really well recorded, well written, love the guitar tone, wish I could make my guitar sound like that :) Extra Credit: Guitars, Production."--Grave_dust Hell, Louisiana, Slovakia April 24th, 2008. Songlist includes--Wonderful Tonight written by Eric Clapton, Shambles, 8th Wonder of the World, Lonley, I Already Miss You, The Queen of Peruvian Land, PhotoGenic Woman, a Ford Pickup Driving Man, A Half a Check Man, a Teardrop Upon my Pillow, She Left Yesterday. Preview all songs by clicking on the Featured at Garageband button or go to www.Garageband.com/artist/BrandoQuin


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Garageband review of, "She Left a Teardrop Upon My Pillow" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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29 Aug 2008
"Puts the STING in interesting! Interesting drum beat and slow tempo. The distorted violin suits the song nicely, and the female vocals add something special. Wow, an Indian flute? This song really is a trip. Perhaps the downfall is the minimalist drumming which gets repetitive and droning. The lyrics also seem a little too morose and sappy for such a worldly/moody song. Overall a great track that is perhaps a little confused on what it wants to be. Extra Credit: Programming, Originality."--Contactjamie Chicago, Illinois August 27th, 2008
Garageband review of, "She Left Me Yesterday" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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25 Aug 2008
"Cool Intro...This is a good example of a song with the Blues feeling. The lyrics support the lost love theme, quite common in the blues genre. I like to find a hook that expresses the hook/theme in a way that's different non-cliche'd so-to-speak. Much passion in the vocals. Timely, haunting sax solo, it has that Neil Young purity. Good luck on your musical journey!"--Stephengernhauser Beverly Hills, California August 25th, 2008
Awards at Garageband Records for "She Left Me Yesterday"
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25 Aug 2008
Awards!
Track of the Day on 20Aug2008 in Blues
Best Male Vocals in Blues, week of 25Aug2008
Best Drums in Blues, week of 25Aug2008
Best Melody in Blues, week of 25Aug2008
Best Beat in Blues, week of 25Aug2008
Most Original overall, week of 25Aug2008
Most Original in Blues, week of 25Aug2008
Bitter Breakup Song overall, week of 25Aug2008
Bitter Breakup Song in Blues, week of 25Aug2008
Chill-Out Track overall, week of 25Aug2008
Chill-Out Track in Blues, week of 25Aug2008
Garageband review of, "I'm Just a Ford Pickup Drivin Man" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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21 Aug 2008
"Uh huh! nice snare work...writing is very original guitars scream...keep it up, keep it up, keep it up, keep it up"--OSMR High Point, North Carolina August 21st, 2008
Garageband review of, "She Left Me Yesterday" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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21 Aug 2008
"Catchy...The vocals are tony yet listen-able like John Lennon. The swirl really develops when the Barry comes in. I would call this New age Jazz more than Blues. Though the concept is blues this song meanders in the jazz. I like it it reminds me of Costello and Burt Bacharach. The back up vocals are well executed. I feel the production is old school but I like that. Yup I like this track The beat creates a world of direction. Barry and drums who new. Extra Credit: Male Vocals, Drums, Melody, Beat, Originality."--RumbleHouse, Toronto, Canada August 21st, 2008
Awards at Garageband Records for "She's A PhotoGenic Woman"
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2 Aug 2008 (updated 21 Aug 2008)
Awards! Track of the Day on 8Aug2008 in Folk Rock
Awards at Garageband Records for "She Left Me Yesterday"
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21 Aug 2008
Awards! Track of the Day on 20Aug2008 in Blues
Garageband review of, "She Left Me Yesterday" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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21 Aug 2008
"Marvelous song, original and well played...Lovely clear vocals - tuneful and very effective. I can hear some Beatles and St. Peppers influences in the vocals, interesting chord progressions and swirling backing instruments and BV's. The Sax is a nice surprise and beautifully played. I love the way it ends the song up in the air. I thoroughly enjoyed this song, the lyrics, melody, production and the playing - excellent work! Extra Credit: Male Vocals, Female Vocals, Drums, Bass, Keyboards, Production, Lyrics, Melody, Beat, Mood, Originality, Most Bitter Breakup Song."--NigelSpiers Christchurch, New Zealand August 20th, 2008
Garageband review of, "She's a PhotGenic Woman" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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18 Aug 2008
"Little like Dylan...Liked the composition. Enjoyed the music and back-up singers. With that said- its a fun song."--RSulliv1 Haslet, Texas August 14th, 2008
Garageband review of, "She's a PhotGenic Woman" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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18 Aug 2008
"One Interesting song...Interesting drums especially the snare drum, interesting melody and composition. I like the text very much. The sound has something Indian. Extra Credit: Male Vocals, Female Vocals, Guitars, Bass, Lyrics, Mood, Originality, Best Feel Good Track."--Exray August 17th, 2008
Garageband review of, "The Peruvian Queen" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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19 Jul 2008
"Just Cool...The intro didn't do much but once it started rolling around the vocals started to bring me in more and it got better overall. Original feel and interesting arrangement, I love it. Extra Credit: Male Vocals, Bass, Lyrics, Melody, Best Feel Good Track."--Xmars6 Covina, California July 19th, 2008
Garageband review of, "I'm Just a Ford Pickup Drivin Man" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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15 Jul 2008
"Watch Out for Those Limos...I don't sympathize with Simon Cowell but I felt like I was wearing his face as I was listening to this song, with my lower jaw hanging slightly open, kinda stunned. Very unusual, unique take on country music...I would have called it a cross between Willie Nelson and ZZ Top. The lyrics are very simplistic and down to earth. Very wide use of sounds/instruments which seemed strange but kept it interesting in a comedy sort of way. All I can say is it's a good thing you got outta that Limo. The beat was very simplistic as well. Extra Credit: Originality."--Darinporter Provo, Utah July 14th, 2008
Garageband review of, "The Peruvian Queen" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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14 Jul 2008
"Unique...very unique use of the instruments in this song. you've really got a great sound and are very professional sounding and experienced."--Mister_Echo Burgage, Blessington,, Co. Wicklow, Ireland July 3rd, 2008
Garageband review of, "I Already Miss You" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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14 Jul 2008
"Elements! Nice clean mix! Everything fits into its own space, and nothing gets drowned out. The acoustic sounds full and the percussion ensemble is very tasteful. Nice sax solo! I normally hate the sax, so its rare to actually be able to enjoy it. Bravo! Extra Credit: Production."--CornerKid Atlanta, Georgia July 9th, 2008
Garageband review of, "I Already Miss You" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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14 Jul 2008
"Keeps Listener held...This is one of the more original songs I've heard on Garageband. The arrangement is terrific.
Another strong point is the sax. Good stuff !! The entire piece of work sets a good tempo and mood from the start. Hats off to the songwriter!! The mood is set by the lyrics which are very decent. Can't say that about a lot of songs but this piece of music keeps the listener feeling what the idea being put out is. Very emotional. At 1:15, the backup vocals are great. Backup vocals are good throughout. 2:37 the sax is fantastic. Not an outstanding solo showing any versatility but matches what is playing and the mood perfectly!! Good idea...Overall, its rather good to listen to stuff that will do very well. I think in a live setting this would be very powerful. Good luck - I hope I have brought a few ideas to you. Extra Credit: Male Vocals, Mood, Originality, Best Feel Good Track."--JoeyJohnson, Winfield, West Virginia July 5th, 2008
Garageband review of, "The Peruvian Queen" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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20 Jun 2008
"Really cool song...really cool tone. at first i thought "ew i hate that snare sound.... (it reminded me of st.anger by metallica)" but as the actual song kicked in, i really liked the tone. the drum tone matches the crunchy guitar and soothing bass in almost key with the instruments. The vocals are very poppy and flow well with the bass. I like that the bass is the main sound, or at least louder in the mix... i find allot of groups cut out allot of bass. its good to hear talent. the guitar parts are well written for the song, no over done parts or showing off, yet great display of talent. Great place work and lead breaks. this song has a 'Dylan'ish sound to it, it reminds me of bob dylans mid 80s work. great mix and production. Extra Credit: Male Vocals, Guitars, Drums, Bass, Production, Lyrics, Melody, Beat, Originality."--The_Ozmaster Weston, Toronto, Ontario, Canada June 18th, 2008
Garageband review of, "She Left a Teardrop Upon My Pillow" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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16 Jun 2008
"Teardrop upon my pillow"
1-cool sneaky beat begins--and continues with the verse--singer sings great--but in my opinion--lyrics on the 'love song' side. but what was really cool about this tune is the use of the fiddle-sounding like the one in bob dylan's 'hurricane'--and the flute-like synths were great too"--Levavaran Freeport, New York May 17th, 2008
Garageband review of, "She Left Me Yesterday" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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16 Jun 2008
"Bass a little boomy...Interesting beats right off the bat... The vocals were nice, and easy to hear. The guitars mixed really well with the vocals, and they didn't step on each other. The saxophone has a great tone to it. Overall, nice job!"--BrynnaCC Panorama City, California June 6th, 2008
Garageband review of, "I Already Miss You" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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16 Jun 2008
"Hello...Nice mood at the beginning, The vox reminds me of the B-52s at times. The sax is a nice touch. Progressive Rock."--Rmusgrave1427 Scranton, Pennsylvania June 5th, 2008
Garageband review of, "I Already Miss You" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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16 Jun 2008
"SONG ACHE (in a good way) For a moment i thought it was going to be a song on the Young Guns soundtrack but that cowboy moment gets corrected by an anguish-lined, male voice cleverly relating extreme heartbreak....after she's been gone for one day:)"--GryndRoddMuse Durban, Kwazulu Natal, South Africa June 6th, 2008
Awards at Garageband for "Shambles"
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16 Jun 2008
Best Keyboards in Experimental Rock, week of 16Jun2008
Garageband review of, "Shambles" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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6 Jun 2008
"Hello...Big heavy mood with the organ tones and the bass carrying the opening. Pink Floyd comes to mind, As well as Dylan, more so because of the singers voice."--Rmusgrave1427 Scranton, Pennsylvania June 5th, 2008
Garageband review of, "Shambles" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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6 Jun 2008
"I been around this world...really liking the interaction of the cool keyboards and the vocals here--the organ sounds like that on the song 'stand'--the guy is telling a story in a pleasant voice--nice fresh concept--and build-up"--Levavaran Freeport, New York June 6th, 2008
Garageband review of, "I Already Miss You" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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5 Jun 2008
"Not bad...Interesting from the beginning. Not a huge fan of the effects being used and the vocals are a little harsh and off a little. The chorus is interesting, the last thing I expected to hear in this song is the sax. Not really sure it fits the mood that you have going. You certainly have an original sound, but it will not appeal to everyone, but I guess that is why you have it in the alternative rock genre. I am not sure what to make of this song. It has its strong points and weaknesses, but overall not bad. Extra Credit: Mood."--Woody414141 Lexington, Kentucky June 5th, 2008
Garageband review of, "She Left Me Yesterday" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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5 Jun 2008
"...initial drum Charlestons are too loud compared to the rest, but I love the guitar work and the vocals too it all kinda sounds like a male version of the Throwing Muses...hehehe!kinda! queer and pleasant!"--RapidHype Italy, Italy June 5th, 2008
Garageband review of, "I'm Just a Ford Pickup Drivin Man" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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5 Jun 2008
"A DRUID REVIEW...THIS IS A INTERESTING COUNTRY ROCK CROSSING BETWEEN THE DOORS AND STEVE EARL. THIS IS MORE AMERICANA THAN MAIN STREAM. I LOVE THE CHEESY WALKING PASS THE WALL MART LINE. THE DRUID. Extra Credit: Guitars, Drums, Bass, Production, Lyrics, Melody, Mood, Originality, Best Feel Good Track."--StephenG June 5th, 2008
Awards at Garageband for "She Left Me Yesterday"
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2 Jun 2008
Best Production in Jazz, week of 28Apr2008
Best Lyrics in Jazz, week of 12May2008
Most Original in Jazz, week of 28Apr2008
Garageband review of, "I'm Just a Ford Pickup Drivin Man" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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1 Jun 2008
"Progressive southern country rock...This is certainly starting with a very minimalist experimental edge.
Maybe Captain Beefheart? It has a swampy feel to it especially when the harmonica enters. The vocal is bluesy and has a country rock twang to it. Would not be out of place in Lynyrd Skynyrd or the Allman Bros. Some nice blues rock guitar playing here! I'm assuming that the lyric tells a story...but I'd have to listen to it a few times before I worked it out. Overall...an interesting sound and style that...would sit well on a southern country rock station. Extra Credit: Mood."--SeanTimms Adelaide, South Australia, Australia May 22nd, 2008
Garageband review of, "She's a PhotoGenic Woman" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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29 May 2008
"Song 1...I like the violin and the female background vocals. Good lyrics, nice ideas and thoughts...Simple song which is a very nice thing and the mix fits it nicely. Overall pretty good song. thank you for sharing your music."--Adam22gil Sparta, New Jersey May 20th, 2008
Garageband review of, "She's the 8th Wonder of My World" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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22 May 2008
"Nicely arranged...nice violin and great backing vocals, they remind me of the beatles. vocals sound okay to me. love the instrumentation."--Phil_w Munich, Germany May 22nd, 2008
Garageband review of, "Lonely" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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20 May 2008
"Dark and moody...This song has a creepy, spaced-out psychedelic vibe. Almost reminiscent of the Velvet Underground...the vocalist, I think he's got a great sound...The female backing vocals in the second verse were a nice touch. Look, there's some interesting stuff going on with the instruments on this song, especially the violin and ambient noise effects, I want to hear more of that!...this was a interesting song with a dark, spacey mood. Extra Credit: Male Vocals, Keyboards, Mood, Originality."--JKarner Madison, Wisconsin May 19th, 2008
GarageBand Review of "The Queen of Peruvian Land" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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17 May 2008 (updated 17 May 2008)
"Hello...Yeah, this is nice. It really had me thinking. Provactive like Bob Dlyan can be. One of the better bands I've heard here. It's cool, I like it."--Rmusgrave1427 Scranton, Pennsylvania May 16th, 2008
GarageBand Review of "The Queen of Peruvian Land" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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17 May 2008
"Unique groove, raunchy post-Dylan Dylan! The Song Snuck up on me! Nice simple melody lines hidden in speaking style vocals were very effective. Sex themes (indeed the word "sex" in the first line or so) helped to grab the attention. The only thing I'd change is make it a bit shorter... Execution-Tight, spot on from every performer. Production-Perfect: unobtrusive, delivers the song right to my ears the way it should be. A pleasure to stumble across this little gem! Extra Credit: Lyrics, Melody, Beat, Mood, Originality."--GreenAsJade May 14th, 2008
GarageBand Review of "I Already Miss You" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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17 May 2008
"Good Not Great...The song is definitely pleasing. The bass line is the immediate hook. The higher vocals sounded great on the chorus. The song is somewhat catchy (I can still hear it in my head)...It is a song that I would kinda enjoy in passing but wouldn't pick to play. There's potential in the sound, though. Extra Credit: Female Vocals, Mood."--AFullRecovery Moorpark, California May 3rd, 2008
GarageBand Review of "I Already Miss You" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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17 May 2008
"Different...The style of this music is different, but i like it, I like the lead and backing vocals, I like the strange chord progressions also. And i definitely love the sax you don't hear that a lot in music anymore."--JCTFATT Smithfield, Utah May 8th, 2008
GarageBand Review of "She Left a Teardrop Upon My Pillow" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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17 May 2008
"Tribal feel...Love the organ, guitar & ... viola(?) at the start. You've got a cool timbre to your vox, the harmony vocals are interesting too. Like the sort of tribal feel the song gets as the song gets going. Not crazy about the organ backing starting around 2:20...Other than that, it held my attention, thanks"--DesolationSound Gig Harbor, Washington May 14th, 2008
GarageBand Review of "Wonderful Tonight" written by Eric Clapton as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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17 May 2008
"Sounds very laid back. Hmmm.. wait is this Eric Clapton? Very nice.. anyone that would cover this song is cool in my book! Very good job. Soulful voice!"--InsightDallas Dallas, Texas May 14th, 2008
GarageBand Review of "Shambles" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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17 May 2008
"Decent. Vocals sound okay. Keys sound decent. Bass is a little quiet. Intro is very long...Drums are decent."--TripSixRecord Seattle, Washington May 11th, 2008
GarageBand Review of "Lonely" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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17 May 2008
"Circus meets a somber Jim Groce...The music was a much more Neil Young with tightness and talent filled musical diversion...The guitars were nice and smooth. I enjoyed the simple strum and the overlaying violin/viola?...Some times it is just nice to sway through a moment...Lord Telmorn Altayon. Extra Credit: Female Vocals, Mood."--TheGuyNextDoorWM Shirley, New York May 15th, 2008
GarageBand Review of "I'm Just a Ford Pickup Drivin Man" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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17 May 2008
"Come on and rock it...I liked the old feel, the mood, and how everything played well with each other...Likes: Bass playing was solid and on groove. It just played randomly on open spots and grooved around on its own. Drums, just really didn't come in right away, but I think it worked for this song. Because when they do come in I can feel the fun in this music. Dislikes: It really dragged. It went no where and it could have gone in so many more directions...Overall: All I would say is stay in this groove...You have a lot going on for you in feel and mood...Lord Telmorn Altayon From Altayon Extra Credit: Drums, Bass, Mood."--TheGuyNextDoorWM Shirley, New York
May 15th, 2008
GarageBand Review of "I'm Just a Ford Pickup Drivin Man" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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17 May 2008
"Harry Chapin...At first I thought the singer reminded me of Jim Morrison, but the lyrics were not the type Morrison would write. Then I thought, "this song reminds me of Harry Chapin"...I especially like the walk down in spots. Percussion was very good and fit the mood of the song. Guitar tone was excellent and the playing was right on the money! This sounded more country rock to me than progressive...Extra Credit: Guitars, Originality."--JamSessions Utica, New York May 14th, 2008
GarageBand Review of "She's The 8th Wonder of My World" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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17 May 2008
"Soothing...Extremely soothing and relaxing, nice mix and instruments are well recorded. A few interesting harmonic moments, a lot of passion too. Extra Credit: Production, Melody."--Andypop2 Manningtree, United Kingdom May 17th, 2008
Garageband Review of "I'm Just a Ford Pickup Drivin Man" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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13 May 2008
"Psychedelic Cowboy...I like the guitar coming out in psychedelic bursts. Bluesy base...Vocals reminiscent of Johnny Cash. Lyrics remind me of some laughable modern country lyrics (I'm just a ford pick up drivin man, i'm used to shopping at the wal-mart, I wear this old stetson hat). But when contrasted with the mood of the song provide for an interesting exchange. You either have an identity crisis, or you know exactly what you want. Solid song."--Ckight Amherst, Massachusetts May 12th, 2008
Garageband Review of "I'm Just a Ford Pickup Drivin Man" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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13 May 2008
"Interesting...Very solid recording quality and a good mix from the recording engineer make for pleasing tones in this song...Extra Credit: Bass, Production, Originality."--KillClouseau Tallahassee, Florida May 12th, 2008
Garageband Review of "A PhotoGenic Woman" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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13 May 2008
"Quite a soundscape! Like the artsy-fartsy mix. Roomy drum sound works splendidly. Very creative elements and open feel. Banjo has extree twang...Nice track! Good luck! Extra Credit: Mood."--MOTOVUNE Chicago, Northern Burbs, Illinois May 1st, 2008
Garageband Review of "A PhotoGenic Woman" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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13 May 2008
"In my opinion...I like the banjo on the intro, naturally adds a bluegrass touch. Violin also hits a home run in this track. Back up vocalists are spot on and display much talent. Song is well written...Over all a good track...Extra Credit: Lyrics, Originality."--Plnnsmpl Sedalia, Missouri May 9th, 2008
Garageband Review of "Lonely" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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13 May 2008
"RE: I Was Wrong...Singer has a good voice. Backing vocals are nice. Like the accompaniment--sounds like a violin. Ending is a nice surprise."--Cathynalx5 Claremont, California May 9th, 2008
Garageband Review of "The Queen of Peruvian Land" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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13 May 2008
"Las Vegas / Casino Song...This is pretty cool. Funny, quirky lyrics. I like the story told through casino/gambling similes...Great idea. I think it's fun."--Cmstremi Denver, Colorado May 12th, 2008
Garageband Review of "The 8th Wonder of My World" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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12 May 2008
"Not bad...but I think this would fit in the "Alternative Pop" genre much better. This definitely isn't straight "pop." I like it though -- very creative and original. I appreciate your eclectic use of instrumentation. The female back-ups also add a lot of color. Extra Credit: Originality."--Addkid2k4 Bucksport, South Carolina May 11th, 2008
Garageband Review of "I'm Just a Ford Pickup Drivin Man" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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9 May 2008
"He could'a been a limo?' 1-ok--now this is so cool---a simple cymbal beat--a cool steady heavy guitar with occasional fills--and a very Zappa-esque vocalist--singing a whole lot of metaphors--it doesn't change too much--but no way in heck I'm anywhere near to bored--I'm captivated and hypnotized by the story , the vocalist and the contrast of simple and complex"--Levavaran Freeport, New York May 9th, 2008
Garageband Review of "The Queen of Peruvian Land" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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7 May 2008 (updated 9 May 2008)
"hooo-Lah-hooooo...In this one the lyrics are of the main importance; I couldn't just ignore it. It's an interesting history, and the whole point of the track resides around it, having the bass groove, and the drum beating all around the story-told vocal melodies. Only the guitar dictates almost as much as the vocals in terms of direction. This one goes from both vocal and instrumental connectivity with Gogol Bordello to a fresh beach groove from Californian Red hot Chili Peppers. A lot of points also to the Rockabilly/50's feminin 'hoola-hoo' choirs, by the way. It gives much to the music. It almost makes us miss the band when the story ends, kind of like when you go to the movies. (good guitar solo, by the way) Extra Credit: Male Vocals, Female Vocals, Guitars, Drums, Bass, Melody, Beat, Mood, Originality, Best Potential Movie Soundtrack."--Agressiv Paramos, Aveiro?, Portugal May 7th, 2008
Garageband Review of "She Left Me Yesterday" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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9 May 2008
"Full sound...The band plays together well, and the background vocals scape and break the, until then, pretty rigid rhythm. The saxophone does well to lighten the mood of the song. It's got a "devil-may-care" attitude in it's solo that both matches and matures the song's mood. The lyrics were a bit too blunt for my taste, but that's just a matter of preference, I suppose. This was a short, sweet, and smooth track. Not bad at all. Keep it up, and good luck. Extra Credit: Beat, Mood."--Fiftyways Augusta, Georgia May 8th, 2008
Garageband Review of "The Queen of Peruvian Land" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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7 May 2008
"Cool 80's Vibe...This song is a success. It's nailed on the head just what it wanted to do. I'd be surprised if this band wasn't on an indie label. Extra Credit: Male Vocals, Originality, Most Rocking Track."--Mrtomneely Oakland, California May 6th, 2008
Garageband Review of "She Left Me Yesterday" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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6 May 2008
"Robert Wyatt style...I'm sure I've reviewed you before ,its very Canterbury sound stuff you are doing like Caravan, soft machine Matching Mole. I like your sound it has an honesty to it."--Extra Credit: Male Vocals, Lyrics, Mood."--ONEINCHPUNCH Dover, Kent, United Kingdom May 6th, 2008
Garageband Review of "Shambles" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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6 May 2008
"Wheres my shrooms? This reminds me of Jethro Toll. Who I like but in small doses! It is one of those songs where you sit and wait for something to happen and it never really does! More about the story than the actual music. I don't really get the story either. The production isn't bad! The singer has a kind of Jim Morrison sound when he pushes his voice that would probably sound pretty cool in front of some real rock and roll!"--Funkinblue So. Cal., California May 4th, 2008
Garageband Review of "A Ford Pickup Drivin Man" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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6 May 2008
"Emerson Lake and Palmer Goes Country...First let me say that I liked the storyline of the lyric about "hometown boy meets former high school love interest who has become a rich goldigger, only to turn down her invitation to drive off into the sunset with her in a limo". The story carried me through to the end of the song...The lyric belongs in the country genre, not prog rock. Vocally, the singer sounds like Greg Lake from ELP with a southern gentleman accent. The simple chord progression has some interesting bursts of licks throughout that keep things from getting too mundane. But really the lyric is this songs strong suit..."--Atticsymphony Concord, North Carolina May 5th, 2008
Garageband Review of "A Ford Pickup Drivin Man" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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4 May 2008
"Nice Dudes...So I got a Lou Reedy vibe from the vocal delivery, though the voice isn't the same, and the lyrics are very Reedy. I gotta say, I wasn't on board at the start, but it caught on pretty fast. I LOVE the false rockin' starts. In general very good. Extra Credit: Drums, Lyrics, Originality."--Dynamo_fellow Kirkland, Washington May 4th, 2008
Garageband Review of "Shambles" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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4 May 2008
"MY REVIEW...Hearkens me back to the days of the "rock musical". JCSUPERSTAR, old Meatloaf and a bit of the Doors mixed in. I think I even heard a little Grand Funk in there.
Always loved the organ intros, they set a great mood here for what is coming. The mix is good because it doesn't interfere with the message of the singer.Nicely separated in the mix. The snare does a good job of driving the tempo, just a little thin on the tone. Might be intentional, if so it works. I don't get a chance to listen to this style of music much which made it kind of refreshing. AP"--HOLLOWMANROCKS Springfield, Oregon May 4th, 2008
Garageband Review of "Lonely" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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3 May 2008
"Mature and reflective...Nice acoustic guitar work. The overall vibe is more country than progressive for me though.
Sounds like a song to listen to after a hard long days work with a glass of whiskey and a smoke as I sit back in my rocking chair and reflect on life. Extra Credit: Guitars."--Lord_Gus, Calgary, Alberta, Canada May 2nd, 2008
Garageband Review of "Lonely" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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1 May 2008
"Dude ranch on mars...singer has got a great voice. so much character and grit. this is a song you might play to yourself drunk at a dude ranch on mars...drumming...[is] a bit sparse with just the cymbal and cowbell..."--Moodcode Ra'anana, Israel May 1st, 2008
Garageband Awards for "I'm Just a Ford Pickup Drivin Man"
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30 Apr 2008
"It's all in the rhythm...Sounds like The Doors meets Johnny Cash. Interesting rhythm. Perfect example of "less is more". Listening to the lead, how does a guitarist show this much restraint. He comes in for a quick lead break then just hangs back and let's the vocal take over. It's a great song, So great I had to listen to it a couple of times. Simple yet powerful. The lead breaks lend a lot of feeling to it. Extra Credit: Guitars, Originality."--Joker4ever April 30th, 2008
Garageband Review of "She Left Me Yesterday" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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30 Apr 2008
"Kitty-Kat Review...Vocal Very up front hey .. Smooth set for the track...a pleasant song with promise ..."--Kat_Speel Brisbane, Queensland, Australia April 30th, 2008
Garageband Review of "She Left Me Yesterday" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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30 Apr 2008
"Nice to hear someone sing...tired of instrumentals here tonight, interesting tune with some spooky changes but interesting and the sax was a nice add,, good luck with it, strange but NICE..Extra Credit: Originality."--DJames Phoenix, Arizona April 29th, 2008
Garageband review for "I'm Just a Ford Pickup Drivin Man" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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28 Apr 2008
"Showed up in a limo...Oh i LIKE STORIES...The band gets out of the vocalists way.which is a good plan for storytelling. Interesting story, but the band seems to be just as much of a spectator as the audience. The guitar was mood enhancing though...Extra Credit: Male Vocals, Lyrics, Originality."--PeacePerception San Antonio, Texas April 28th, 2008
Awards at Garageband for "I'm Just a Ford Pickup Drivin Man"
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28 Apr 2008
Awards! Track of the Day on 26Apr2008 in Progressive Rock
Best Guitars in Progressive Rock, week of 28Apr2008
Best Mood in Progressive Rock, week of 28Apr2008
Awards at Garageband for "She Left Me Yesterday"
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28 Apr 2008
Awards! Track of the Day on 23Apr2008 in Jazz

Best Production in Jazz, week of 28Apr2008
Most Original in Jazz, week of 28Apr2008
Garageband Review of "Wonderful Tonight" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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28 Apr 2008
"Familiar...A nice familiar sounding intro. Quite low tempo, His voice sounds like Roy Orbison and Nick Cave. This is a cover though. Her voice belongs in a different room to his. Not too sure how well their voices work together but it was still enjoyable to listen to it. Extra Credit: Female Vocals, Mood."--Leo_Lourdes April 27th, 2008
Garageband Review of "I Already Miss You" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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27 Apr 2008
"Acoustic post-punk...Melodramatic acoustic guitar and voice are quite arresting, along with some odd sound effects in the background. The song builds to quite a catchy chorus (with good back-up vocals) but I don't think this is enhanced by the saxophone line. The sax works better where it weaves in and out of the song-structure, at counterpoint to rather than in competition with the vocals. Seems like a good song, sung with gusto and conviction. I think it would benefit from some revamping of the arrangement and production. Extra Credit: Guitars, Mood, Originality."--Stuartr Tromso, Norway April 24th, 2008
Garageband Review of "She Left Me Yesterday" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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27 Apr 2008
"Vocals put on the very foreground...Starts with a special drum rhythm. Then vocals start, put on the very foreground, a characteristic voice. I like the move of the guitars, accords flow around in a original way. The sound is full, there is a clear theme in it. The manipulated background choir is fantastic, followed by a solo saxophone. This all gets repeated one time more and ends with the saxophone.
There is a very good balance in the song. I like the lead vocals and especially the way it is put on the foreground (louder then the rest). Everything is very clear in this (theme) and the saxophone gives another move in it. So I just like this. Extra Credit: Production, Lyrics, Melody, Originality."--AlexanderPort Lier, Belgium April 24th, 2008
Garageband Review of "She Left Me Yesterday" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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27 Apr 2008
"Ok...Good song. Clear idea. A quite good vocal. Good arrangement. Interesting harmony. Quite good work."--Samorokova Ekaterinburg, Russian Federation April 26th, 2008
Garageband Review of "Lonely" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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27 Apr 2008
"Feeling lonely...Intro in a mix between chroma key and REM. Vocals drive the song and the backing keeps pace well. The backing vocals add a nice touch. The backing keys/strings add a nice feel. Extra Credit: Male Vocals, Programming, Beat."--PeacePerception San Antonio, Texas April 26th, 2008
Garageband Review of "A Ford Pickup Drivin Man" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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27 Apr 2008
"Frank Zappa Meets Rockibilly...The song has a vibe that reminds me of early 60s records with some post Hendrix guitar playing. This is the kind of thing I would associate with an early 60s horror or a Quentin Tarantino film, as it has a gaunt creepiness that is reminiscent of such cinematic fare. Extra Credit: Male Vocals, Guitars, Production, Mood, Originality."--Misanfopic Akron, Ohio April 26th, 2008
Garageband Review of "Wonderful Tonight" as performed by Brando Quin and RavenPheat
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27 Apr 2008
"Instant Clapton...There's a lot of Clapton's wonderful tonight in this song. You'd probably be a great band to see live."--Andypop2 Manningtree, United Kingdom April 27th, 2008
Awards at Garageband for "Lonely"
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