From the PG Music User Showcase Forum reviews:
"Very sophisticated deep minor progression. Janice is channeling some Stevie here. Beautiful and powerful arrangement in the rhythm tracks, wonderfully enhanced by Peter's tasteful but heavy play. All wrapped up in a tight musical package. Really nice lyric. "Certainty" is not allowed in my world view either. There's great comfort in releasing the burden to know everything. Staying in Doubt's shadow is better than the ugly glare of "beyond a shadow of a doubt". Powerful stuff. At least that's what I hear. Sue me if I'm wrong."
Tangmo
"Outrageously good... I'm lost for words here - you all really make some stunning music. Janice is in top notch voice and form. Peter is a master at building a mood with his guitar and Bud is a songwriters songwriter and an engineering wizard. I love everything about this song - will head back for several more listens."
Bob
"Very sad blues rock ballad. Dark imagery full of anxiety, the slow tempo could make such a song dragging, but you have managed to keep it interesting all the way. The vocals, harmonies and Peter's guitars are the highlights. And the chord progression creates a haunting mood, there are minor chords but then some relieving major ones (safe harbor) too. This is a classic hit ballad perfectly produced, kind of a song I would buy the whole album without hearing any other tracks (in this case I know they definitely wouldn't disappoint me)."
Janne
"I enjoyed the moodiness created by the progression and Janice`s aching vocal. The guitar tracks are stellar and the whole beautifully realized in production- Bud is a master of the clear mix.
Fantastic music!"
Robert
"From the melodic guitar intro I knew it was going to be a cracker, (Australian colloquial - cracker = firework - explosive - go off with a bang). The foreboding in the verse melody, reinforced by the lyric, is chilling. This song comes from the dark interior of the House of Doubt's Shadow.
Peter - stunning!
Janice - stunning and darkly gorgeous.
Bud - a sullen, resentful narrative wrapped in a wonderful production - stunning."
Ray
This song aches with exquisite moodiness. Wow! The ambience—created by the arrangement, Janice's singing, Peter's playing, the lyrics and the production—is frames emotional turmoil intensely and to perfection. I don't know how to even begin writing a song like this. Authenticity abounds in every aspect, every nuance.
"Without you I struggle to find my next step
"Without you the days seem to grow longer
"I do not want to leave doubt’s shadow
"It’s a safe harbor where my hope can linger"
The Longer/Linger relationship really caught my attention. It's perfectly placed to amplify the intensity of the turmoil of the lead character.
Excellent work in every way!
All the best,
Noel
"Very sophisticated deep minor progression. Janice is channeling some Stevie here. Beautiful and powerful arrangement in the rhythm tracks, wonderfully enhanced by Peter's tasteful but heavy play. All wrapped up in a tight musical package. Really nice lyric. "Certainty" is not allowed in my world view either. There's great comfort in releasing the burden to know everything. Staying in Doubt's shadow is better than the ugly glare of "beyond a shadow of a doubt". Powerful stuff. At least that's what I hear. Sue me if I'm wrong."
Tangmo
"Outrageously good... I'm lost for words here - you all really make some stunning music. Janice is in top notch voice and form. Peter is a master at building a mood with his guitar and Bud is a songwriters songwriter and an engineering wizard. I love everything about this song - will head back for several more listens."
Bob
"Very sad blues rock ballad. Dark imagery full of anxiety, the slow tempo could make such a song dragging, but you have managed to keep it interesting all the way. The vocals, harmonies and Peter's guitars are the highlights. And the chord progression creates a haunting mood, there are minor chords but then some relieving major ones (safe harbor) too. This is a classic hit ballad perfectly produced, kind of a song I would buy the whole album without hearing any other tracks (in this case I know they definitely wouldn't disappoint me)."
Janne
"I enjoyed the moodiness created by the progression and Janice`s aching vocal. The guitar tracks are stellar and the whole beautifully realized in production- Bud is a master of the clear mix.
Fantastic music!"
Robert
"From the melodic guitar intro I knew it was going to be a cracker, (Australian colloquial - cracker = firework - explosive - go off with a bang). The foreboding in the verse melody, reinforced by the lyric, is chilling. This song comes from the dark interior of the House of Doubt's Shadow.
Peter - stunning!
Janice - stunning and darkly gorgeous.
Bud - a sullen, resentful narrative wrapped in a wonderful production - stunning."
Ray
This song aches with exquisite moodiness. Wow! The ambience—created by the arrangement, Janice's singing, Peter's playing, the lyrics and the production—is frames emotional turmoil intensely and to perfection. I don't know how to even begin writing a song like this. Authenticity abounds in every aspect, every nuance.
"Without you I struggle to find my next step
"Without you the days seem to grow longer
"I do not want to leave doubt’s shadow
"It’s a safe harbor where my hope can linger"
The Longer/Linger relationship really caught my attention. It's perfectly placed to amplify the intensity of the turmoil of the lead character.
Excellent work in every way!
All the best,
Noel
© 2021 B. Merritt, J. Merritt & P. Fulham
Janice: Vocals, melody, chord progression and arrangment
Peter: Guitars and arrangement
Bud: RealTracks, RealDrums, lyric, mix, mastering and photo
Doubt’s Shadow
V1
I lie and watch the fan slowly turning
Like a clock it’s shadows dance on the ceiling
Does each turn count the days since you left?
Or with each one am I closer to my healing?
CH
Without you I struggle to find my next step
Without you the days seem to grow longer
I do not want to leave doubt’s shadow
It’s a safe harbor where my hope can linger
V2
In my shadow the memories drift slowly by
Everywhere I turn there are too many voices
All my family and friends are trying to offer help
When I listen they shout out too many choices
REPEAT CHORUS
tag: It’s my safe harbor here in doubt’s shadow
Janice: Vocals, melody, chord progression and arrangment
Peter: Guitars and arrangement
Bud: RealTracks, RealDrums, lyric, mix, mastering and photo
Doubt’s Shadow
V1
I lie and watch the fan slowly turning
Like a clock it’s shadows dance on the ceiling
Does each turn count the days since you left?
Or with each one am I closer to my healing?
CH
Without you I struggle to find my next step
Without you the days seem to grow longer
I do not want to leave doubt’s shadow
It’s a safe harbor where my hope can linger
V2
In my shadow the memories drift slowly by
Everywhere I turn there are too many voices
All my family and friends are trying to offer help
When I listen they shout out too many choices
REPEAT CHORUS
tag: It’s my safe harbor here in doubt’s shadow