Michael R. J. Roth gave feedback on Here on This Couch

Love the idea of this song, and your turnaround time on the exercise is impressive! I really like this: “I think theres room for a couple things, maybe kids and a diamond ring?” I do think you could work on strengthening and clarifying the idea that the world’s chasing... Read More

Michael R. J. Roth gave feedback on Back in 63

Nice song, Kevin. I’m not so bothered by the rhyme scheme or the repetition of “full,” though they are things to consider, and craft is important. I wasn’t distracted by them, however. One suggestion I would make is changing the title/hook from “Back in 63” to something else,... Read More

Michael R. J. Roth gave feedback on Morning in the Promised Land

Thanks, Kevin. It’s great to hear when a song connects!

Michael R. J. Roth gave feedback on Morning in the Promised Land

Thanks, Tommy. Someone else in another thread also mentioned the confusion, thinking it was about losing a daughter. It’s actually about choosing to have a child when the world tells you you can’t afford it, etc. I’ve performed this song many times over the years, and this... Read More

Michael R. J. Roth gave feedback on Over A Drink

Thanks for sharing your songs with us, Brent. I like the way you use simple and sometimes cliched settings to reach fresh and profound insights.