Long out of print, but now reissued and available for the first time for digital distribution. This collection adds two bonus cuts to the original 2000 'Film At Eleven Music' release! Early demos, unreleased tracks and alternate versions of songs from this reclusive Rhode Island songwriter. Includes, Peer Pressure; Times Like This; Over And Over; Try To Reason, and more! “When We Said Goodbye (Demos & Outtakes)” review by Joseph Perez Indie rock, alternative, synthpop and atmospheric artist Nick Duane’s release “When We Said Goodbye” has a very different feel and texture as his more polished, more synthesized “Before the Storm.” Even the name of the album comes with a subtitle explaining that these tracks are all demos and outtakes. Despite this, however, “Goodbye” has a quality and lyrical power that allows it to stand on its own right next to the other albums from this dynamic and powerful songwriter. Compared to the synthpop/rock feel of some of Duane’s more recent work, “Goodbye” feels like a much less produced throwback to real, raw rock. There are no computerized beats (ok, maybe a couple…) or heavy use of synthesizers on this album aside from a few tracks at the end of album. Instead, we are treated to real instruments, clearly wielded with solid musicianship. The indie feel is front and center in this album as the minimal mastering keeps the midrange levels even with the bass and treble, leaving out the crisp sound and feel of Duane’s later work (e.g. “Before the Storm”). This in no way detracts from the enjoyment one gets from the album, however. Instead, this has a way of giving “Goodbye” a raw, yet intimate feel. The overall effect makes the listener feel as though you are hearing a cassette tape recording of a band’s raw nightclub set. Be ready for the masterful songwriting and execution, however; the emotion and punch delivered on each song ensures that there is something here for every fan of good ol’ rock and roll.