Illegal With - by Erik Careswell
Song Reviews
Outstanding Indie Production
I think this song is really something special in the indie rock genre, not only because of the lyrics. The introducing starts of with really powerful drums and this composition characterize moreover unconventional rock sounds by using electronical modular syntheziser effects and tunes, what brings a hypnotically feel into the music. The digitally mixing and mastering is professionell. Eric Careswell´s performing is brilliant and brings with his unique vocals a very deep feel into the song. The lyrics coming from the heart and touching the soul. The intro feels like a story and the chorus makes the meaning of the song engaging for me. A song above the freedom of sexuality and the right of personality. Genuinely well-played rock-guitar especially in the bridge increases the music and is an extra factor, making the arrangemend sounding professional. But why do I tell this? This song has definitely a important message. The music is much more creative than some others. Overall a really impressive composition from a very talented musican. I can´t stop listen to this song and I´m sure, you will like to add it. Let others know your recommendation.
Germany, Hamburg
yes
Illegal With review. this song is a strictly alternative piece in the highest sense of the word. everything sounds in alternative style as I said everything recalls the alternative genre. personally it is not my favorite genre but I can give you a musical judgment that is certainly positive because all that there must be in a alternative piece in your piece is therefore complimented and continues. good job
Italy, italy
Harmonic Distortion's opinion
Nice track & good melodies, love the synth, & the fx for the vocals, I'd like to hear some more guitar but that's cuz the Billy Idol vibe your going for. Nice work I'll be checking some more of your songs out, keep up the good work.
United States, Louisiana, Lake Charles
Worthwhile message
This songs has a worthwhile message and the voice sounds interesting but couldn't help feeling the arrangement and production could have been better and the song could have been developed into something a bit more special as it just travels along at one level with little dynamics and the instrumentation is standard fayre and perhaps other instruments could have enhanced it more to stand out that bit more and get across what is a good message,
United Kingdom, London
Eric Careswell - Illegal With
Another very good track from Erik Careswell this time with an overt protest message. The track calls for freedom of sexual orientation and expression asking the government to keep out of the debate. Musically the track plays off a strong rhythmic guitar riff and a powerful drum beat.Eric delivers a great vocal performance. The track comes in at a well constructed and nicely crafted three minutes and four seconds, The track reminds me a little of the excellent Robert Palmer from back in the eighties. This is one of those tracks that really benefits from some volume. Play it loud and play it proud.
United States, New York, New York
Great Song
You did a phenomenal, fantastic, extravagant job on this piece of music. Your song is a piece of art and I am confident that if you continue this type of work with the right amount of passion then you will go far in this business. If you don't mind my saying, I think you should reach out to some graphic designers, photographers, producers, editors, collaborators, labels and anything and everything else that has to do with the business because you have the talent to go far. You just need to get in touch with the right people.
United States, Florida, North Port
Another cool tune!
I really like Erik’s sound, it’s unique and totally catchy! He’s got a different approach in a very melodic way. I hear remnants of the cars which is an awesome thing cause they were a great band! I want to hear more of his songs and hope to see this artist reach rock star status because his talents are deserving of such!! As always, keep up the fantastic work and I look forward to reviewing more soon!
United States, Arizona, Scottsdale
first time out
This is a good song for what it is aiming for.. which to me sounds like commercial appeal..which is good because that translates to radio airplay..and i can imagine this on the radio ..it has a good hook the recording is also well done..the lyrics are cheeky but done right ..the voice is good ..good use of the lower register..pretty good pop music.. I will give it a rating of three and a half stars because it's the first time out for me..i think Eric Careswell has better tunes in him yet to come..
United States, California, Oakland
Illegal with
Quite interesting how this song reminds me of the 80's without trying to be a copy of known content. Definitely worth a listen and it sticks with you for some time after listening to this song. Keep it coming, curious what's happening next.
Switzerland, Zurich