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Title: Bridge Too Far
Post by: ChrisPrice on Apr 21, 2025, 07:19 PM
Bridge Too Far

Words and music ©2025 Chris Price

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Climbing up the gangway, we'd said goodbye for the very last time

She waved me off under a shepherd's sky, it was enough to make a grown man cry


Along the river deep n wide, our love it cannot be denied

She is my shinin' star, however good we are, it's gotta be - gotta be a bridge too far


As my ship sailed out to sea, my heart's still beatin' for her and me

What was I thinkin', why was I runnin', some things just ain't meant to be


Maybe I can turn the tide, I feel so empty deep inside

She is my shinin' star, however good we are, well it's gotta be a bridge too far


What in the world was I thinking, why did I break her heart

For a new life across the pond, for all the love in the world - it's got to be a bridge too far


I saw the Liberty Bell, when my ship came in man I felt like hell

But she took a plane, first class as well, and straight into her arms I fell


Got a hotel near Broadway, the things we did, well I just can't tell

She is my shinin' star, however good we are, it's gotta be - gotta be a bridge too far
Title: Re: Bridge Too Far
Post by: subvibe on Apr 21, 2025, 08:39 PM
Hi

Great Solid Rock & Excellent sound
not sure but i think there is a slight tempo glitch on my ship sails at sea
you always come up with great rockers that have that tapping my foot drive !!


subvibe

Title: Re: Bridge Too Far
Post by: ChrisPrice on Apr 21, 2025, 11:21 PM
Thanks for listening. I just listened again and I think the tempo glitch you refer to is possibly down to the way I sang that particular line. I kind of hesitated after the word 'ship'. I don't think I'm going to change it, but I appreciate you pointing it out.

I appreciate your kind words. :)

Title: Re: Bridge Too Far
Post by: jazz101 on Apr 22, 2025, 08:42 AM
Well Chris,

Great song I really enjoyed listening to it, well done good job.
Title: Re: Bridge Too Far
Post by: Rightly on Apr 26, 2025, 07:07 AM
Fine
This is standing on the shoulders of giants. A rocker
The degree of proficiency here is staggering, the listener is soon swept away.
If the stones released this it's be celebrated as a return to past glory. Well done Chris
Title: Re: Bridge Too Far
Post by: Vicki on Apr 27, 2025, 01:08 AM
I always like your songs and your production. I don't have any constructive feedback for this one. I enjoyed listening to it!
Title: Re: Bridge Too Far
Post by: icystorm on Apr 27, 2025, 02:02 AM
@ChrisPrice -- It's always cool to hear a new rock track from you, Chris. This one is no different and a pleasure to listen to. It's real, authentic, and well-crafted! I enjoyed listening! ;D 8)

Cheers,
Joseph
Title: Re: Bridge Too Far
Post by: Elvis Nash on Apr 27, 2025, 09:44 PM
Hey Chris . Nice job on the tracks and with a happy ending
Great job man
Title: Re: Bridge Too Far
Post by: neil connor on May 02, 2025, 05:10 PM
Chris,

Great rocking intro and chords :-)

Rhythym sections pumps the whole thing along with great energy.

Committed vocals top it off brillaintly.

And then we have an organ and guitar solos. what more coud i want?
 
Glad i tuned in and got lost in rock from 1976?

Cheers

Neil

Title: Re: Bridge Too Far
Post by: IronKnee on May 04, 2025, 03:33 AM
Slick as they always are. You make it sound too easy  ;D

Love the title hook. Awesome!
Title: Re: Bridge Too Far
Post by: Thekesslerboy on May 09, 2025, 11:58 AM
Liked it from the first two chords!

Perfectly constructed rocker.  Someone said Rolling Stones and I can see that, but even better it's got shades of The Smithereens.

Stadium material in the best sense.
Title: Re: Bridge Too Far
Post by: Mora Amaro La Loba on May 09, 2025, 07:19 PM
Hola @ChrisPrice
I thought I have commented.. but now yes!!! I toyed it a lot, enjoyed your very special way of rocking, like if you had invented it!! 8)
Title: Re: Bridge Too Far
Post by: OleAnders on May 22, 2025, 01:54 PM
This is really great. Something about the production and mix of the drums, bass and drums I really really like. Not sure it is super original but it is a great track and a standout among other great tracks posted on this page.
Title: Re: Bridge Too Far
Post by: Dorian Urac on May 23, 2025, 08:03 AM
Sounds like decent 70s rock to me  :)

I hope you don't mind me giving a little bit of advice on the production. It sounds solid but the overall mix lacks some width & space. The instruments sound a bit DI. Those can benefit from a mastering treatment on the whole mix that focuses on stereo imaging and creating some air, for example with a mastering plugin like FireMaster from UnitedPlugins. But there are probably others out there that can also perform the task.

Overall, great stuff.

Cheerzzz, Dorian
Title: Re: Bridge Too Far
Post by: mayaclars on May 27, 2025, 10:29 PM
@ChrisPrice ,

As always, a great performance, dense and positive guitar sound.
A great song for cozy halls! :)

Maya