The Real United Nations (with Paddler)

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OK, I'm fed up tinkering with this. It's the last song I've got to do for Amokopera. A lot of tidying left and an overture to finish but this is the last song.

First off, I owe a huge debt to Paddler for this. I sent him a very basic piano and vocal track and asked him to "jazz the piano part up". A cross between Satie and Mrs Mills would be good.

He delivered in spades :-) btw don't blame Richard for the piano sound, I'm afraid that's what I did to it in GB.

Lyrics and melody are by Graeme Hobbs.

Arrangement and vocals are mine (with a huge nod to Richard who gave me lots of ideas).

A short warning, although there is no profanity you might not want to play it to children or those easily offended.

I've not quite got the restrained and subtle orchestration sorted yet.

Cheers

Dick

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Hits: 1429
Comments: 66
Fans: 25
Plays: 102
Downloads: 64
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Uploaded: Jan 20, 2008 - 04:32:57 PM
Last Updated: Jan 20, 2008 - 04:37:20 PM Last Played: Nov 04, 2009 - 08:59:37 AM

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sex (78), more sex (1), and a bit more sex (1), peace on earth (2), soixante neuf (1)

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	said 658 days ago (January 20th, 2008)
	Nice one DWL This is very reminiscent of Robert Wyatt to me I love it

DWL	DWL said 657 days ago (January 21st, 2008)
	Robert Wyatt? Yes, I've never thought it like that! Thanks Bryn! Cheers Dick Check out my latest song called Superstar Shangri-La

Monkaton

Monkaton said 658 days ago (January 20th, 2008)

Great Song
This is one of the best songs I've heard on MacJams.

It sounds good to me, although the echo on your voice got a bit much at one point (fantasy part). Possibly less prominent in the mix. But the melody, lyrics and arrangement are all top notch.

I also like your voice the plaintive quality at the beginning and the carnival barker at the end.

Great song.

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DWL	DWL said 657 days ago (January 21st, 2008)
	oops screwed up my reply (see post further down!!) Thanks Dick Check out my latest song called Superstar Shangri-La

Peter Bauckham	Peter Bauckham said 658 days ago (January 20th, 2008)
	Good old Mrs Mills! I can't imagine that this would have been typical of her song subject matter... This must have taken an age to put together - a real masterpiece in the making. Great contributions from Richard - the changes in style are excellent. Peter Check out my latest song called All The Same (CBGB) (Last Chance Challenge)

DWL	DWL said 657 days ago (January 21st, 2008)
	I reckon Mrs Mills would have enjoyed this :-) I wonder how many are googling her (oo er missus) Thanks for listening. Cheers Dick Check out my latest song called Superstar Shangri-La

	said 658 days ago (January 20th, 2008)
	Strikes Deep What can I say this is strong, grand and a thousand more other complimentary adjectives...

DWL	DWL said 657 days ago (January 21st, 2008)
	Thanks Tom I'm pleased you appreciated it! Cheers Dick Check out my latest song called Superstar Shangri-La

Vic Holman	Vic Holman said 658 days ago (January 20th, 2008)
	the big finish wow the first part really made you pay attention. Cool idea to then bring it back into the style of the earlier tunes. and who left the barn door open. Check out my latest song called One Step Over The Line

DWL	DWL said 657 days ago (January 21st, 2008)
	That pesky barn door is a private joke between me and Graeme ;-) There are some very attractive sheep though .... I wanted this to be a real 'musical' song and my Oliver gene went into overdrive! Thanks Vic! Cheers Dick Cheers Check out my latest song called Superstar Shangri-La

Feter	Feter said 658 days ago (January 20th, 2008)
	The Real United Nations very nice song great work and arrngment..emotional and deep start till the last part of showin sarcastic sence of humor somehow .great lyircs for sure just realy art work my friend thnx for sharin ! . Check out my latest song called A Night With Feter feat'(Roxylee sloparts crissew johnwhitehead and Yamin AL Yamani )

DWL	DWL said 657 days ago (January 21st, 2008)
	Paddler really helped on the start you should have heard my piano part. Each hand recorded separately. Richard gave it life and a coherence far beyond my ability. . Tha bks for your very kind comments Feter. Peace. Cheers Dick Check out my latest song called Superstar Shangri-La

Moviz

Moviz said 658 days ago (January 20th, 2008)

Dick
This is great stuff. I love it when you do these 'Musical' excerpt type songs. You have a great voice with so much expression; it sounds as if this is a professional recording from a show with you the Star, it's just great.... and just WHAT are you doing with that sheep I just heard? Didn't know you were Welsh LOLOL, really enjoyed this, cheers M

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Moviz	Moviz said 658 days ago (January 20th, 2008)
	Of course Richard's piano sounds great too, so all in all a good collaboration, cheers again M Check out my latest song called A Soldiers Dream (Remix/record)

DWL	DWL said 657 days ago (January 21st, 2008)
	Welsh? :-)))) Not sure our cousins across the water would understand that and I'm too nice to mention Deliverance. Thanks Maurice, nice to see you appreciated it! Cheers Dick Check out my latest song called Superstar Shangri-La

	said 658 days ago (January 20th, 2008)
	smooooooth Very smooth. Great lyrics, great voice. . .great song. I'm amazed at the "character" of voices here at MacJams. That's one thing I admire in a musician, and you definitely have it. Is this for a musical? Ending shift is HILARIOUS!!!!!!! Caught me completely off guard. Echo at the fantasy part sound wonderful in my opinion. I don't feel like it's too much at all.

DWL	DWL said 654 days ago (January 24th, 2008)
	Thanks Mr ebay Yes, it is for a musical http://www.soundclick.com/bands/default.cfm?bandID=661117 Comments are much appreciated and I'm pleased you enjoyed it. Cheers Dick Check out my latest song called Superstar Shangri-La

sloparts

sloparts said 658 days ago (January 20th, 2008)

Some of the best work I've heard Dick
You're putting together a masterful opera by the sound of this take.
Everything is right where it should be in the mix and Richard's piano is top drawer. You vocal is the best I've hear from you Dick, congratulations for an excellent job.

The theme harks back to the 60's Make love not war era, which ain't such a bad idea.

Bravo to you and Richard

Ed

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DWL	DWL said 654 days ago (January 24th, 2008)
	Blimey Ed, thanks Great to get such positive comments :-) It makes it all worthwhile. Cheers Dick Check out my latest song called Superstar Shangri-La

echoroom	echoroom said 658 days ago (January 21st, 2008)
	Mrs satie So this is how it ends... quietly, thoughtfully, but with loads of shagging. Great vocal and a lovely song, but its hard not to think of this as part of the whole. A fitting ending to a really accomplished project. See you in the West End! steve Check out my latest song called Deeper (w/t Racerat)

DWL	DWL said 654 days ago (January 24th, 2008)
	Not with a whimper Thanks for your support Steve! That's the songs done now a tidy up and the incidental music ...... Cheers Dick Check out my latest song called Superstar Shangri-La

DWL	DWL said 657 days ago (January 21st, 2008)
	Reverb is not a strong point I'm either putting on too much or not enough! Great comments Mr M. Lots of thanks due to Mr Hobbs and Richard who gave me a great platform to work from. And many thanks to you! Cheers Dick Check out my latest song called Superstar Shangri-La

Rebsie

Rebsie said 657 days ago (January 21st, 2008)

Orgasmic
Reverb is a subjective thing, but as far as I'm concerned you got it perfect on this one.

You already know what I think of your singing voice, and this is as good an example as any of how versatile it is. It's got sweetness and power, and your comic timing is superb. Graeme's lyrics are a big help too of course, as he has such a gift for getting natural speech rhythms into orderly verse structures.

It's been a real privilege for me to see this song evolving. You've built it up into something pretty amazing.

Off to have a cold shower now.

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DWL	DWL said 654 days ago (January 24th, 2008)
	And thanks for your help and support! I really appreciate it! Cheers Dick Check out my latest song called Superstar Shangri-La

peacepiano	peacepiano said 657 days ago (January 21st, 2008)
	Wild Ride Dick, this song somber and takes off in unexpected directions. Another diverse installment in the Amok catalogue. Paddler does a great job on the piano part, definitely adding a special flair to the song. Thanks Bill Check out my latest song called I Should Have Known

DWL	DWL said 654 days ago (January 24th, 2008)
	Yes, Richard did a fine job! He really lifted my attempt at piano and then made the second part better than I could have imagined. Thanks Bill. Cheers Dick Check out my latest song called Superstar Shangri-La

paul f. page

paul f. page said 657 days ago (January 21st, 2008)

You succeed...
...on so many levels: the song itself; the vocal rendition; the orchestration; the concept; the collaboration with so many others. This is a superb ending. I am agog (never used that word in me life!) at the versatility you bring to this. Just amazing...and so very satisfying. Now...to stage the whole thing...
(Piano is wonderful throughout. How did you pull all of this together...a rhetorical question.)
Peace.
Paul
P.S. I like the sheep. The perfect touch at the end.
Oh, and who the heck is Mrs. Mills? Now I've got to look it up.

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DWL	DWL said 652 days ago (January 26th, 2008)
	Mrs Mills? By now you'll have found out she was British piano playing icon in the 60s ;-) I dunno about the song but I was impressed with your comments. I thank you very much Mr Page. Cheers Dick Check out my latest song called Superstar Shangri-La

	said 656 days ago (January 22nd, 2008)
	great job what a great vocal, dick - that first section just sent me! the piano/chimes/big drums are so classy. change in mood produced large grin. i'm so glad i got off my ear's butt to hear this. fabulous job, gentlemen. anne

DWL	DWL said 652 days ago (January 26th, 2008)
	Good vocals? Wow, that's a real compliment coming from such fine voices! I'm pleased you got off your butt as well ;-) Cheers Dick Check out my latest song called Superstar Shangri-La

Epileptic Gibbon	Epileptic Gibbon said 656 days ago (January 22nd, 2008)
	I thought I heard a bit of Satie on there. Good song and no complaints. :) Check out my latest song called Fiddler Off the Roof w/Komrade K & Caroline

DWL	DWL said 652 days ago (January 26th, 2008)
	Satie was what I asked for and Richard managed to get exactly what I was looking for. Thanks Ian. Cheers Dick Check out my latest song called Superstar Shangri-La

damiengh	damiengh said 655 days ago (January 23rd, 2008)
	consistant Consistant quality from a quality Gent. Nice one. Let us all know when the CD of the whole amokopera is out. Now you just have get the thing into production and bring it to New York. Check out my latest song called Tea and Scones

DWL	DWL said 652 days ago (January 26th, 2008)
	Consistency is the name of the game and I've no idea how I've managed it. I don't know where we go to from here. Let's wait and see. Thanks for your support and encouragment Damien. Cheers Dick Check out my latest song called Superstar Shangri-La

davisamerica	davisamerica said 655 days ago (January 23rd, 2008)
	right then DWL simply wonderful.... such a huge task very well done... paddler has added a very nice touch.... "massive orgy"..lol... such a musical trip.... hats off sir! Check out my latest song called No Son(egobandit band)

DWL	DWL said 652 days ago (January 26th, 2008)
	Yo, thank you kindly! I really appreciate the +ve comments. Cheers Dick Check out my latest song called Superstar Shangri-La

guitapick	guitapick said 654 days ago (January 24th, 2008)
	Outstanding, guys... If you had the vote mech up, it would be straight 10s across the board. Downloaded and onto my iPod...thanks... Check out my latest song called Outside the Corral

DWL	DWL said 652 days ago (January 26th, 2008)
	Don't believe in votes but a 10 from from one such as yourself would be a reward indeed :-) Cheers Dick Check out my latest song called Superstar Shangri-La

lavalamp	lavalamp said 653 days ago (January 25th, 2008)
	Great job This is a really great job, Dick. Super vocals. Very English. Dave Check out my latest song called Googolplex Times Zero

DWL	DWL said 652 days ago (January 26th, 2008)
	English is good! I'm good at being English and it's important that this is English :-) Cheers Dick Check out my latest song called Superstar Shangri-La

bud	bud said 653 days ago (January 25th, 2008)
	You're one helluva versatile guy Dick This is a great piece of music - with an incredible vibe and range. Love it! Check out my latest song called Expanding Toys (Halloween Remix)

DWL	DWL said 649 days ago (January 29th, 2008)
	Versatility ? I reckon it comes with age :-) Many thanks Bud Cheers Dick Check out my latest song called Superstar Shangri-La

ktb	ktb said 652 days ago (January 26th, 2008)
	brilliant Your voice is simply incredible. The piano and orchestration is really cool. The break blows my mind! wow, picks up jaw off floor. What an original and completely innovative comp! Bravo Check out my latest song called off the deck (w/Z293)

DWL	DWL said 649 days ago (January 29th, 2008)
	Im stunned! Thanks for listening and the very positive comments. Cheers Dick Check out my latest song called Superstar Shangri-La

lengold	lengold said 647 days ago (January 31st, 2008)
	How on earth did I miss this???? What a great song! Really good fun and so distinctly British as always. Excellent work from all of you. 69 out of 69. Sorry for missing it. Cheers Len Check out my latest song called Dodgy Doughnut

DWL	DWL said 647 days ago (January 31st, 2008)
	No problems Len always good to hear from you! Thanks a lot. 69 ? :-) Cheers Dick Check out my latest song called Superstar Shangri-La

Barretok	Barretok said 646 days ago (February 1st, 2008)
	Beautiful! This is really beautiful in every way. Lyrics, vocals, performance. I like it very much. B Check out my latest song called ANOTHER STORY

DWL	DWL said 644 days ago (February 3rd, 2008)
	Many thanks Mr B! I'm very pleased you liked it :-) Cheers Dick Check out my latest song called Superstar Shangri-La

ceilidh	ceilidh said 644 days ago (February 3rd, 2008)
	Dick, you make music, which is entirely and utterly professional, carefully worked out till the very last detail, listenable to big masses but yet very smart, intelligent and fresh, and the most of all it is truly huge fun to be listened to. You are a Mr. Musician. Hats off! Check out my latest song called Gartan Mother's Lullaby

DWL	DWL said 644 days ago (February 3rd, 2008)
	Ceilidh! I think that's probably one of the nicest comments I've ever had and I thank you very much :-) I'm very pleased you appreciate what I do. Cheers Dick Check out my latest song called Superstar Shangri-La

BoiAfrica	BoiAfrica said 643 days ago (February 4th, 2008)
	Gorgeous I love it. This is a wonderfully well-rounded and professional piece and of course you've probably thought of adding this to a show, I see something called 'War & Penis Envy' or something else better, completely irreverent and delicious. Simply great. Check out my latest song called Born to Love

DWL	DWL said 642 days ago (February 5th, 2008)
	Thank you ! Your comments are very much appreciated and the title is great! It is in fact already part of a musical called The AmokOpera or The Lottery of Life http://www.soundclick.com/bands/default.cfm?bandID=661117 Cheers Dick Check out my latest song called Superstar Shangri-La

	said 635 days ago (February 12th, 2008)
	Thanks Hi This is really good ,I agree i loved your lyrics too Peace Dee.

alexweiler	alexweiler said 634 days ago (February 13th, 2008)
	bat out of hell meets brian to me it starts like a Jim Steinman and continues like a monty python. O.k. - pardon me for the title and away with comparisons ... very original songwriting, arrangement and performance from a proper dream team. I really like it! Check out my latest song called Roaming (Heavy Remix)

DWL	DWL said 602 days ago (March 16th, 2008)
	Thanks Alex I was never really sure where it was going to go but with the strong melody line and lyrics that Graeme wrote for the 2nd part I didn't have much choice ;-) Cheers Dick Check out my latest song called Superstar Shangri-La

VicDiesel	VicDiesel said 624 days ago (February 23rd, 2008)
	Fun fun fun The music hall bit was a bit of a surprise, but excellently done. Check out my latest song called Pipe Spring at Dusk

Ibstrat	Ibstrat said 618 days ago (February 29th, 2008)
	Amazing creativity in this.Don't know how you came up with this but it's a real jem.It even includes my favorite ending riff! Check out my latest song called Blues in Bm

saymme

saymme said 608 days ago (March 10th, 2008)

: )
TENS ! in my book (: )wow...lissening now....a tear at first then HAPPY : ) : ) : ) !!!!!!!!!
Y E S Lol !!!!!!!
hahahhahahahahahahhaha this is absolutely AWESOME . . . Only thing I can say is I'd LOVE to hear both of You singing ( 8 !
WOW WHAT AN ENDING !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! hhiihihih I LOVE it when songs have so totally different things it like this has, why don't You get together & SING ? Our western world is soooo sadly focused on what you sing in the beginning....sexuality . SEPERATED . From ALL . . SO SAD . . . we have alot to learn from other Countries /People in this matter think it would be great if there was a blend of the two cause western world needs to put back the unbeleivable miracle of what making love actually LEADS to if not interupted with another little Miracle that is a HUMANBEING & not a 'thing from Mars' - take alook in the forum*Don't overlook* I almost cried when I saw that little baby -Ledebs UTube fav . Yesterday there was an add in the news about tripplets - one in 2miljon! As they were "tube-fertilized" we say in swedish, with only ONE not three !!! Alot of diapers for them a year Lol !
GREAT LYRICS...'Just lye back & think of England...'...try some sexual intercourse.....' Hahhaahha YOU GOT IT

saymme	saymme said 608 days ago (March 10th, 2008)
	..tx '.....no more penisenvy..' G R E A T thats just awesome( 8 ) tx to You Both & GRAEM HOBBS

paddler

paddler said 605 days ago (March 13th, 2008)

I'm a bit late..
but this may be the song that gets be back to macjams - I hadn't listened to this since u were in the middle of recording it - er that was a while ago.I think I'm a lightweight macjammer - I did a couple of collaborations around then and that was me - shagged out for a few months.Hearing this again though is marvelous - really enjoyed it! - good to see your still writing stuff.I've been busy wiv a woman - no more said..a nudge is a as good as a wink to a blind bat etc.Great stuff! - didnt know u put all the bells and orchestra on it - sounds dead proffessional and hits me somwhere between withnail and I / a certain carousel on Brighton Beach.The sheep - the sheep.hahaha

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Doug Somers	Doug Somers said 582 days ago (April 5th, 2008)
	And I'm a bit later.... Brilliant. Brilliant. Absolutely bloody brilliant. Doug Check out my latest song called Desiree (MJ Space Race 2009)

tokai	tokai said 575 days ago (April 12th, 2008)
	some thing else and now its time for some thing completely different. very good and funny, extremely british. rodger walters meets bill bailey great stuff Check out my latest song called farriage/Gaylen75

sloparts

sloparts said 567 days ago (April 20th, 2008)

Having to do with positive comments Dick
I came back for another listen, and this is simply the most delightful song I've heard in a long while. I stopped by your place to see what you've been up to and after looking through your tunes I came back for another listen to this one.

After listening again I agree whole heartedly with my original comments. This is one of, if not the, best pieces of work I've ever heard you do. I just had to give you another vote of congratulations for a job well done.

Kudos and Bravo my friend.

Ed

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cchaplin	cchaplin said 522 days ago (June 4th, 2008)
	Music Hall Well, I'm glad I met you at the pub the other night with Len and Peter, because I'm now discovering some of your incredible tunes. I really like this, it has great timing, and stage presence (if that makes any sense to you ?). Check out my latest song called Trio for flute, cello, and piano

Moses	Moses said 333 days ago (December 10th, 2008)
	Haha magnificent!! This was so much fun! Great lyrics and melody. Music is so much fun isn't it? Really enjoyed this. Thanks for sharing =) Check out my latest song called Rob and Jackie

davisamerica	davisamerica said 221 days ago (April 1st, 2009)
	yeah ... still a great track Check out my latest song called No Son(egobandit band)

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