iRockers Crew - The Trooper (Iron Maiden cover)

[Jugulator]

Hi there,

This is the first cover song by iRockers Crew with some video art Enjoy

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WY_r2gnNAEw

[ronws]

Outstanding, Igor. That was very cool.

[Jugulator]

Thank you, Ron! We did our best.

[ronws]

I also liked the concept of the video. To make it look like a live performance with the amp stacks and stage setting.

[Jugulator]

Yes, Ron, the idea is by Oliver. I've never seen such a cover video on youtube.

There are many drawbacks though, but they are caused by my camera and filming environment limitations.

[Olem]

Nice attempt Igor. The verses are out of rhythm and that´s a shame. Cool video.

[Singingnewbie]

Only flaw is that vocals in some parts are up to half a second later off the beat.

[Jugulator]

Thank you. Well, there are many versions of this song performed by IM with some rhythm modifications in the verses. And I didn't try to copy the studio original. Yet because this is not a live recording I could easily re-record everything what is out-of-synch or edit it manually. But I didn't cause I don't consider those minor flaws crucial.

[ronws]

It depends on the audience, Igor. I appreciate anything that has a live feel. I was reading the autobio of Mark Evans. Some of the best recordings on an album had guitars that were slightly out of tune but the first recording was the best.

[Jugulator]

Yes, there are some out-of-synch and off pitch places, but for me they are not crucial, that's why I used this vocal track and not the other.

[berniemcpeak]

First things first.... you rocked the sh*t outta that tune Igor!

Secondly, I do agree with Olem and Singingnewbie that the vocals are slightly out of sync in some parts. But that certainly isn't a sing killer.

Third, the video kicked a**!

I have no other real critique for you. Just keep on rocking! If you're familiar with Skid Row, I'd like to hear your do some of their stuff. I think you can pull off Sebastian Bach's style.

Eric

[Jugulator]

Thank you. Skid Row is a good choice to make a cover of.

[Keith]

Dude. Awesome. My only critique would be to lower your level a grit a bit. I thought that at times it was too much. Other than that , this is very cool! Even with the minor phrasing issues , its still awesome . great job man!

[Jugulator]

Yep. The level of grit is very high. One more step up and I'll turn to Dany Filth LOL

[Jugulator]

I'm glad to inform you that iRockers Crew is now a complete band of 5 members (vocals + bass + drums + 2 lead guitars). And we are planning to rock you ;)

[Jugulator]

Today the LP Out of the blackness by iRockers Crew is released and available worldwide :)