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Killick

A Rock Loving Opera Singer
Vancouver, Canada
Joined : 9th Oct 2020 - 4 years ago
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dimestop
dimestop 28th Oct 2022 12:34 - 2 years ago

on Automaton by Killick
how did i miss this, great track Cam love the building intro its packed with tension the percs are great the organ is spot on, love the vibe of the melody Pink Floyd ish its dreamy mate great mix
Killick
Killick replied 19th Dec 2022 - 2 years ago
Thanks so much Paul! Just realized I hadn't replied to these. I love Pink Floyd so that comparison does me great honour.

Cam
Zootman
Zootman 28th Oct 2022 11:10 - 2 years ago

on Automaton by Killick
Well this was an epic trip and just when I was trying to get to sleep! I was expecting guitars given the talk of prog rock but instead got some rather tasty keys. There's something psychedelic about a hammond organ isn't there? Fine work man, sustains that interest and tension all the way through. Cool percs too.
Killick
Killick replied 19th Dec 2022 - 2 years ago
Hey Chris, thanks so much man! Oddly, I first encountered the Hammond Organ in a rocky-jazz context. So its always had prog associations in my mind but you're right, it's probably the most important instrument of the psychedelic age. Thanks for the encouragement and the listen!

Cam
xstokes
xstokes 27th Oct 2022 21:45 - 2 years ago

on Automaton by Killick
ah, had to put off listening for a couple days. and as this about caps a bout 4 hrs of catching up on the loop, o god damn man i know why i am here. ezekiel’s flaming flying saucers as filmed by werner herzog!!
that bass comin over me at 1.21 conjoined with the organ and drumming, the sequencer and stringpads and strings, the buzzing electronics, the mounting ecstatic bloodthirsty rush, i am a werewolf on the moon.
this is thrilling music, cam.
Killick
Killick replied 28th Oct 2022 - 2 years ago
D*mn, you've outdone even yourself with the imagery this time my friend. "Ezekiel's flaming flying saucers as filmed by Werner Herzog." Never in my wildest imagining would I have come up with that lol.

Thanks so much for the listen Mike, it's always greatly appreciated!

Cam
RitajustRita
RitajustRita 24th Oct 2022 13:44 - 2 years ago

on Automaton by Killick
Wow to you.
I just hear great music this days on LM.
This one is also beautiful.
I see the indians dancing arround the fire together with the riverdancers together as 1 big show lol.
Killick
Killick replied 28th Oct 2022 - 2 years ago
Ha! Yet another image I myself would never have thought of. These have been amusing me to no end. Thanks so much for the listen, much appreciated.

Cam
ShortBusMusic
ShortBusMusic 23rd Oct 2022 10:40 - 2 years ago

on Automaton by Killick
Man, as Wayne said, this has some incredible tension in it, with a great build throughout. I love music that literally takes me somewhere, that touches something deep inside and this one does that for me. While I can hear the Oldfield reference, I think this one is all Cam. What a wonderful journey, thanks for sharing it with all of us. Outstanding work Cam, I hope all is well.

Bear
Killick
Killick replied 24th Oct 2022 - 2 years ago
Bear, you are far too kind. But I'm so glad this track made you feel something. I love the intellectual/conceptual side of music but at the end of the day what I love most is music's ability to make me feel things. So, thank you, your comment means a lot.

Cam
theHumps
theHumps 22nd Oct 2022 09:12 - 2 years ago

on Automaton by Killick
This has a native american feel to me but updated with more modern sounds. The keys are fantastic. There's a certain amount of tension in the song that gives the song energy thru the whole track. Punchy and impactful.

Well done Cam, a dilly of a track!

Wayne
Killick
Killick replied 24th Oct 2022 - 2 years ago
Oh hey Wayne! Haven't seen you around for a while, hope everything is going well down your way. Thanks as always for the comment. I didn't consciously think of native american music at any point but I can see why you did. I thought about chickening out and switching the taiko drums for a drum kit actually but I'm glad I didn't.

Cam
Maj2
Maj2 21st Oct 2022 20:26 - 2 years ago

on Automaton by Killick
Wow Cam, or should I call you Mike?
My friend this is what I mean by a piece of true music.
Wow, it is a brilliant competition.
You never disappoint mate.
Great job.
Well done.
Maj
Killick
Killick replied 22nd Oct 2022 - 2 years ago
Ha! No, I have no desire to be Mike Oldfield. Don't really want to have a nervous breakdown and go live with sheep in a mountain cottage lol. (I'm not kidding, actually happened to the poor guy) Still, as ever you're far too kind Maj but I appreciate it.

Cam
2Sisters
2Sisters 21st Oct 2022 19:52 - 2 years ago

on Automaton by Killick
Mike Oldfield? Okay, you can find them in there. But not only. I think there are a lot of other musicians in this work. If you look at parts of the keyboard track for yourself, there might be some parallels to the Doors. As already mentioned here, other parts are reminiscent of Yes. It's almost a homage to the progressive rock scene of the 80's and 90's. Well done. Greetings Manuela
Killick
Killick replied 22nd Oct 2022 - 2 years ago
Well, I'm a massive prog-head and was a child of the nineties. So that makes a lot of sense. I also love Ray Mazarek's playing so The Doors comparison is extremely flattering. Thanks so much Manuela!

Cam
phantomproduction
phantomproduction 21st Oct 2022 17:49 - 2 years ago

on Automaton by Killick
Excellent dude , very nice track , very cool !
Michael
Killick
Killick replied 22nd Oct 2022 - 2 years ago
Thanks Michael, much appreciated!

Cam
pseudoble
pseudoble 21st Oct 2022 13:08 - 2 years ago

on Automaton by Killick
Well mate if someone is going to rub off on you Ben (or Bod) is a very fine and pretty creative choice and this track is wonderful, deeply rhythmic and percussive with lovely melodic flourishes too. If Yes and Pink Floyd collaborated to make a river dance track it might sound like this. A very nice trip indeed : )
Killick
Killick replied 22nd Oct 2022 - 2 years ago
Yes and Pink Floyd are both idols to me so I take that as an incredibly high compliment. Thank you sir!

Cam
kingmt77
kingmt77 21st Oct 2022 07:15 - 2 years ago

on Automaton by Killick
Cam honestly for me this has a river dance vibe. I’m loving the movement and the heart of the matter is the percussion interwoven with the melody. You provided a solid listen and a big thanks for sharing your talent.

Mark
Killick
Killick replied 22nd Oct 2022 - 2 years ago
Thanks so much Mark. The samples are Japanese Taiko drums, so the riverdance connection is not one I would've ever thought of. Now that you've said, I can't unhear it lol.
SaintLoreyn
SaintLoreyn 20th Oct 2022 16:08 - 2 years ago

on Ravens by Killick
Very depeche mode vox, I love it so much. No one sings like this anymore
Killick
Killick replied 22nd Oct 2022 - 2 years ago
Thanks! Much appreciated.

Cam
Maj2
Maj2 10th Oct 2022 02:23 - 2 years ago

on Ravens by Killick
Hi Cam.
Mate, I can't get enough of this track it is so great.
Really well done my friend.
Great job more of this, please?
Maj
Killick
Killick replied 11th Oct 2022 - 2 years ago
Maj, you are far too kind. But I appreciate it. Means a lot coming from a producer of your caliber. I have another one in the works but it's fairly different. I'll try to come back to this place (musically) after that.

Cam
pseudoble
pseudoble 5th Oct 2022 12:02 - 2 years ago

on Ravens by Killick
Ha yeah - epic indeed - I was actually thinking of 2001 a space odyssey listening that start but then you settle into some very serene melodic place that had me thinking of Kansas (the band not the home of Dorothy) especially once that great vocal kicked in. Has a little of a rock opera feel about it and that might be a criticism (in my book at least ) if it wasn't so well done. Nice mix too. Congratulations : )
Killick
Killick replied 5th Oct 2022 - 2 years ago
Lol I'm not sure how one could sound like Kansas the state, I'm imaging a lot of wind and twangy guitar. Anyway, thanks so much. I'm an Opera singer by training but rock has since surpassed it as my favorite genre. So... I suppose Rock Opera is kind of inevitable.

Cam
phantomproduction
phantomproduction 4th Oct 2022 08:55 - 2 years ago

on Ravens by Killick
Hey dude! great vocal work! not easy to sing! great success!
Michael
Killick
Killick replied 5th Oct 2022 - 2 years ago
Thanks Michael, much obliged.
Spd2
Spd2 23rd Sep 2022 04:44 - 2 years ago

on Ravens by Killick
Great track Killick, one of the better ones I've heard on here. Strong vocals, stellar arrangement equals home run. Congrats! Thank you for sharing.

IN
Killick
Killick replied 5th Oct 2022 - 2 years ago
You are too kind. By thank you, I appreciate it.

Cam
xstokes
xstokes 16th Sep 2022 23:12 - 2 years ago

on Ravens by Killick
well, i’v had to wait a few days to have the right listening space for this, and so — my god, man what a show! the imagery has me seeing the ravens morphing with atomic bombers and flight on some black helicopters. the composition and orchestration are superbly affective, and that singing is like, on stage. john adams meets ultravox. very, very fine stuff, my friend.
Killick
Killick replied 18th Sep 2022 - 2 years ago
In your comments you always give the most amazing imagery. I would've never thought of birds morphing into atomic bombers but it's a h*ll of a cool thought. Thanks so much man, as always.
BaoBou
BaoBou 16th Sep 2022 08:38 - 2 years ago

on Ravens by Killick
Ok, now I know where the great comments on the vocals came from, you are an actual singer. If you live in London, Send me your rate and your phone number, that's awesome my man.
The operatic elements are fantastic. Beautiful opening, great composition; 8 minutes is long but it never bored.
You didn't ask for "helpful" comments but given how lovely your comments were, I will give it a try; I lived absolutely everything, but for me the piano parts can be even better (given how incredibly high the standard is for everything else in this track). The piano sounds like you play it at maximum volume, and I would like it to be more dynamic - it would be a great counterpoint to play it almost pianissimo, so the listener perks up. Just like you can get a classroom to shut up by whispering, rather than screaming :)
Cam, this was an amazing ride. Fav'ed and looking forward to more stuff!
Killick
Killick replied 18th Sep 2022 - 2 years ago
Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed. Alas I don't live in London, but I'm very flattered that you'd make such an offer.

You're also very right about the piano part, upon re-listening a couple of days ago that's one of the things I noticed as well. Good ear!
Tumbleweed
Tumbleweed 14th Sep 2022 02:46 - 2 years ago

on Ravens by Killick
Your vocal abilities are a gift Cam and so perfectly delivered. This is one of the best tracks I have heard on LM...well chosen rich sounds and fabulous work all round (really like that flute like synth bit too)...very pro. A well crafted mix that seems to cross several geners....superb....BRAVO...big fav..Ed
Killick
Killick replied 14th Sep 2022 - 2 years ago
Ed, you are far too kind. I was a bit worried that the mix of genres would make the piece seem unfocused, so I'm glad to hear you think it worked!

Cam
DijamMusic
DijamMusic 13th Sep 2022 22:41 - 2 years ago

on Ravens by Killick
Wow, Cam.
What a great competition my friend.
Really beautiful and your voice is the cherry on the top my friend. I'm all with Manuela in this SUPERB.
Well done.
Maj
Killick
Killick replied 14th Sep 2022 - 2 years ago
Thanks so much Maj! Much obliged. It's so nice to have a whole bunch of high calibre producers, such as yourself, enjoying my work.

Cam
Kirkoid
Kirkoid 13th Sep 2022 07:25 - 2 years ago

on Ravens by Killick
Beautiful, I got lost in that, amazing headphones moment.
Killick
Killick replied 14th Sep 2022 - 2 years ago
I'm so glad you enjoyed. Thanks!

Cam
bringerofDOOM
bringerofDOOM 13th Sep 2022 04:25 - 2 years ago

on Ravens by Killick
Nice leading tones in the beginning. Nice non-diatonic chord choices as well (that stuff gets tricky).

Almost has a Type O-Negative quality to it (les the metal).

Nice synth palette and voice placement.

Well done, faved.
Killick
Killick replied 13th Sep 2022 - 2 years ago
Thanks man, much appreciated as always. I promise I'll do something rockier next time lol.
RitajustRita
RitajustRita 11th Sep 2022 12:55 - 2 years ago

on Ravens by Killick
Dramatic and a bit sad but in one word great.
The vocal is also perfect.
This track is a hit and ready for a movie.
Very well done!!
Killick
Killick replied 13th Sep 2022 - 2 years ago
Thanks so much Rita, glad you enjoyed.

Cam
2Sisters
2Sisters 10th Sep 2022 16:53 - 2 years ago

on Ravens by Killick
Hello, the intro is really overwhelming! Great ! You feel like you are in a large concert hall. The transition from the strings to the keys, superb. Just like the great, warm voice that sets in later. "Andrew Lloyd Webber" would have enjoyed this piece. I am delighted, delighted and overwhelmed by this sonority! Great! This song shows what music can trigger and effect. Thank you for this good work! Kind regards Manu
Killick
Killick replied 10th Sep 2022 - 2 years ago
Thanks so much Manu! Much appreciated. Overwhelming wasn't a response that I had expected but I'll take it.

Cam
kingmt77
kingmt77 10th Sep 2022 00:22 - 2 years ago

on Ravens by Killick
Cam! Yep definitely loving that cinematic entrance. So now the synth’s chord progressions with the string arrangement lift’s this to the stratosphere. It’s excellent how you put that production spotlight on the vocal. Impressive throughout, very impressive!

Mark
Killick
Killick replied 10th Sep 2022 - 2 years ago
Thanks so much Mark, glad you enjoyed. I wasn't sure how the LM group was going to feel about this one so I'm relieved that it seems to be landing alright so far lol.

Cam
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