Time Loop © 2015 (BJ Best Song, #1 Rock, Classic Rock, Psyche)

Story Behind The Song

A song about the ups and downs, the ins and outs of life. A song about phases in life. This is the title track to my first album produced for Kama Sutra Records.

Song Description

________________________________________________ "Time Loop" record review Chet Nichols : Time Loop (Kama Sutra - 1972) Category : criminally overlooked 4:33 stars If you're into smart and poetic Folky singer/songwriter stuff, then this obscure release is a must have because of the high quality of the songs and the driven yet pleasant way in which they are performed. But as several of these Chet Nichols songs also have doses of Rock, I guess the album could also be of interest to fans of Classic Rock and Folk Rock. 'Time Loop' has a pure and honest and at the same time slightly melancholic feel that's reminiscent of James Taylor or, to name someone more recent, José Gonzales. And it's just as good as the best material either of these artists released, which raises the question why this album didn't get the attention it deserved and why it didn't propel Nichols to stardom. One listen to the album highlights 'Electra' and 'Who stole the Ivy' is enough to make you understand what a gifted composer and lyricist he was. In fact, there's only one average track on the entire album (not counting the superfluous outro 'Quasar Sleeper'). Highly recommended.

Song Length 3:23 Genre Rock - Classic, Rock - Classic
Tempo Fast (151 - 170) Lead Vocal Male Vocal
Mood In High Spirits, Welcoming Subject Life, Present
Similar Artists Nicky Hopkins, Little Feat Language English
Era 1970 - 1979

Lyrics

"(Spinning On The) Time Loop"
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Lyrics and Music by Chet Nichols
Copyright 1969 by Chet Nichols (ASCAP)/Magic Garage Music (ASCAP)
MagicGarageMusic@gmail.com :: http://www.chetnichols.net
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

CHORUS
Spinning on the time loop
They start to phase you in
When the man comes and turns the wheel
He?ll phase you out again
Spinning on the time loop
They start to phase you in
When the man comes and turns the wheel
He?ll phase you back again

VERSE 1
Yesterday was your point of disappearing
Yesterday was yesterday and that?s no doubt
Yesterday was your point of disappearing
And disappearing is the only way out

REPEAT CHORUS

BRIDGE
When the time came to take your place
Was it really worth the taking?
When the time came to change your hand
Was it worth the re-arranging?
When your need poked you full of holes
Was it really worth the habit?
Is it worth all these illusions
When people treat you like they own you?

REPEAT CHORUS

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Copyright © 1969 ® ? by Chet Nichols ASCAP & Magic Garage Music (ASCAP)
All US and Global rights reserved. This song or any portion thereof (lyrics, music, samples, vocals) may not be reproduced in any form or media, distributed, transmitted, downloaded, shared or used in any manner whatsoever without the express written permission of the publishers. For permission requests, write to the publisher at chet@chetnichols.net or http://www.chetnichols.net, or addressed to "Attention: Permissions Coordinator," at the address below.
Magic Garage Music, PO Box 2398, Northbrook, IL 60065

a very likeable light fun sounding rock & roll track, has a 60's vibe to it but sounds modern, nice vocal performance and piano and guitar backing is a good balance that gives it a cool style
enjoyed

For a second, I thought this was a cover of "Crocodile Rock" but it quickly morphed into its own existence. Very good beat. Great riff, and just an overall really good sounding piece with great arrangement, instrumentation and lyrics. Wish there was more of this stuff out there today.

I love the piano introduction, very cool sounding drums and bass guitar as well, sounds a little like Elton John.

Sounds good. Has old time feel to it. Reminds me of The Band.

Such a tuneful and rocking little tune with great soulful quality to it. Brewer and Shipley meet Elton John, I love it.

Very Sweet... Very reminiscent of the late 70's, very well done. Upbeat and felt great all the way through.

I thought this was quite good. The song had a good melody and it progressed smoothly between sections. I liked the multiple counter themes you added with the accompaniment. The piano and bass parts added tastefully to the main theme. I thought the dynamic build to the chorus worked out nicely as well--I'll call the "chorus" the part where you sing "yesterday was your point of disappearing".

Great song very energetic and catchy. Piano, bass and drums are of a very high standard. Good vocal performance too.

Reminds me of an old Elton John track, especially with the piano front and center.

Certain early Elton John influence (along with The Band)! I like the earthy, organic vibe of the tune. Simple instrumentation and has a good melody - nothing overbearing. Really cool honky-tonk piano playing. A good, toe-tapping song!

Great vocals and love the piano.

Lyrics Chet Nichols Music Chet Nichols
Producer Nick Gravenites, Exec. Prod & Chet Nichols, Co-Prod, Stephen Barncard, Recordist Publisher Time Loop Music/Magic Garage Music (ASCAP)
Performance Nicky Hopkins-Piano, Chet Nichols-Guitar&Vocal, Dave Garabaldi-Drums, Pete Sears=Bass Label Magic Garage Records
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