Here's our latest song. It involved 27 tracks in Cubase (of which most of them were layered vocal tracks).
We created the basic arrangement in RMCA real-time MIDI chord arranger Pro, so what you're hearing is actually pure MIDI. But the GM Soundfont Rob has been working on for years did it's magic.
We used BIAB to analyze the chords and the Melodist function helped us big-time to create every individual vocal line.
 
Hope you like it, as always comments are welcome!
 
Rob & Anne-Marie

To get back to you

A different world, where time has gone
Am I older then, am I holding on
And where are you
Are you real…..

I can almost hear you breathe
I can almost feel you near
I will always call your name
But is it still the same
Can you even understand
Just how lonely it is
Can you see it now
Knowing all there is
Is it real….

Are you older now
Will it always be this way
Where’m I now, am I dreaming
Where’s my peace, what’s my fate
Is hope flowing out of me…

I’ve lost a hundred dreams
I’ve cried a thousand tears
I’d walk a million miles
To get back to you some day

When my faith has gone
When my eyes can’t see
Call my name
Call my name…..

I can almost hear you breathe
I can almost feel you near
I will always call your name
But is it still the same
I’ve lost a hundred dreams
I’ve cried a thousand tears
I’d walk a million miles
To get back to you

Rob & Anne-Marie,

This is really beautiful... The sound is big and lush - outstanding production and vocals. I really enjoyed the video as well.

Bob

Wow!!! Wonderful production you two! Those layered vocals are just gorgeous.

Outstanding in every way. What a production!!! Loved it.

Rob and Anne-Marie what a wonderful piece of music. Vocals were just superb and the layering what a cool effect it gives the song. Lovely lyrics and as always a super vocal. Well done... Production was a work of art...

Hi Rob & Anne-Marie,

A super track with a very BIG sound and wonderful stereo wash.

Fabulous stacked vocals.

A very sophisticated and clever arrangement and production.

Well up to your usual high standard.

ROG.

RnAM, This is a fine production and the layered vocals are a real treat to the ears. An ambitious arrangement that really works. Great mix and a big sound. Very much enjoyed. Tom

Rob & Anne-Marie...

Cool song. excellent vocals.

really nice drum fills into the chorus at :50

The softening going back into the 2nd verse is nice..

Cool video.

fj

How creative!

this is gorgeous

Kenny

Thanks Bob, appreciated!

Rob & Anne-Marie

Thank you David!

Very intriguing chord progression and the melody, makes you listen to it several times to really get used to what is going on. Progressive pop I would say Fantastic vocals!

Janne

AGREED!! Everything is right there-big and beautiful. A truly epic production!! Take care. Greg

Hello, Rob & Anne-Marie

Cool song. excellent vocals.
As ROG said, a super track with a very BIG sound and wonderful stereo wash.
Fabulous stacked vocals.
Very unique and nice chord progression.
Crescendo drums are also wonderful.
Enjoyed my listen and watch a lot.

Best regards.

Shigeki Adachi

Rob & Anne-Marie
A wonderful pro production from the arrangement and vocals through to the video.
Excellent work all round.

Peter

Twenty seven tracks?
Wow, I overload after seven.

Rog gave the perfect description. We really can't add much to it.

"A super track with a very BIG sound and wonderful stereo wash.

Fabulous stacked vocals.

A very sophisticated and clever arrangement and production.

Well up to your usual high standard."

A BIG sound that sounds as though it came from a BIG studio.
And as always the video was the perfect companion to the audio.

Superb!

J&B

Hi RnAM, Excellent work on this! Big fan of the form and style. Really diggin' the Electric pianos. Thank you for sharing!

Rob & Anne-Marie,

Everyone has already said what we were thinking - and more. That's what we get for showing up late (Di is very ill and it has consumed much of my time).

THose vocals are so lush and full and fit so perfectly in the mix. This is just so danged good. Congratulations on a wonderful song and production.

Alan & Di

Thank you Scott, much appreciated!

Thank you Roger! This one took a lot of work indeed but we are proud of the result.

Rob & Anne-Marie

Oh my, such a stunning and beautiful piece. You guys work so hard getting each detail right but the end result seems to the ear to be the result of effortless talent.

It is hard to imagine and a testament to BIAB and your natural abilities to how close in quality your works match up to big, expensive productions of some of the world's most talented music coming from major studios by major artists.

At different times I feel a vibe in this song of The Cars, 10cc and vocally a similarity to Air Supply.

This is another masterpiece. Loved it.....

Charlie

Thanks Tom, that is really appreciated!

Rob & Anne-Marie

Thank you Floyd that is appreciated!

Rob & Anne-Marie

thank you Kenny that is much appreciated!

That's the kind of comment we like ;-)
thank you Janne.

Thank you Greg, again that is appreciated!

Rob & Anne-Marie

Thank you Shigeki, for such a thorough comment!
Well appreciated.

Rob & Anne-Marie

Thank you Peter that is appreciated!

Rob & Anne-Marie

Wow, those are some very big compliments!
And that is really appreciated.

Rob & Anne-Marie

hi Rob & Anne-Marie, holy smokes this is beautiful and amazing well done totally engaging thanks for sharing eric

Rob and Anne-Marie,



This is such a mighty work! The sound is incredible. I cannot begin to imagine just how many hours were spent putting this together and creating the video. This song showcases so much talent in so many fields of music (performing, arranging, mixing, production, etc.). You've both done a truly remarkable job.

Outstanding!!!

All the best,
Noel

Thank you Joe for this positive comment! It is much appreciated.

Rob & Anne-Marie

Hi Alan,

We can imagine that your time is scarce and Di's situation takes a lot of time (send her our love). So we appreciate your positive comments very much.

Rob and Anne-Marie

Very nice song and a great work from you (27 tracks !!!)
Excellent video and production

Sergio

That's the kind of comments we like! Thank you Eric.

Rob & Anne-Marie

Thank you Noel!

Now that's a comment We can appreciate!

Yes, this one took a lot of work. And not just the vocals, the MIDI part was the toughest to get properly balanced.

Rob

As others have so rightly said, this is an awesome production. It's got that epic sound that you do so well. The vocals are stunning, and there are some very interesting choices in harmony. The huge build is impressive.

The lyrics are no slouch, either .

Edit: I forgot to mention: nice work with balancing things. It's a very clean mix, uncluttered with only the instruments that need to be playing actually playing. And it sounds bigger than it actually is (if that makes sense), which really is impressive.

So all in all, sonically stunning.

But...

The song builds with what I think is a pre-chorus, the drums hammer away, and I'm expecting to hear a massive chorus...

Nope.

Later in the song, I hear the drums build and again I think this time it's announcing the chorus.

Nope.

So when the song ends, I'm thinking "Awesome song... but where was the chorus?", because a build on the drums always has to be followed by a massive chorus. That's why it's such an effective cliche!

Anyway, very nice work.

WOW! Standing ovation here! I think this is just phenomenal!

There are lots of things about your music that I find impressive! Your vocals (alone and combined) are a joy to listen to... But what really impresses me is the fact that your songs always sound original, not like a remix of something we've all heard before. Not only your chord patterns, but your melodies are so very interesting, even before you start layering those lush harmonies that I love to hear!

Your songs remind me of those created by people like the Beatles, Elton John, and other accomplished song writers. I hope you are doing everything in your power to get your music out where people of influence can hear it.

Above and beyond the music is your consistently tasteful video accompaniment. Your combined sensibilities have worked together to identify and capture some magical element, and you know how to weave the sorcery into every song you write. All I can say is, keep on doing whatever it is you're doing, because it works!

David,

Good to have you back!
But.... always picky
But not without a reason. We guess you definitely have a point.
We actually didn't realize this before.
We will definitely take this into account with our next song, but it depends on the songs.
We like to try all sort of styles

Thanks for listening so thoroughly!

Rob and Anne-Marie

Hi there Pat,

Glad you're back!
We always like your comments. And those comparisons are flattering.
Very much appreciated.
From your signature we understand, that you have a couple of new videos, which we will be checking out very soon!

Rob and Anne-Marie

Rob & Anne-Marie, beautiful in every way! Vocals, arrangement, production and video are all oustanding!! Once again you've delivered a great piece of music! Thanks, Torrey.