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Thanks to everybody who mentioned my small contribution to this big production. And more thanks to floyd for continuing to challenge me with harmonies! And I have to mention the fun? Bud has hearing me practice walking around the house with my earpiece  Janice Superb.
Excellent production, very cool listening.
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Great FJ! Sorry, I didn't read all the other comments. I'm just so happy to feel like listening.  And what an enjoyable listen it is with so many cool touches! Josie
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I just read all of the comments and I'm proud to be a janette and only 20 feet from stardom!
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Alright FJ, this song and the previous one really got me thinking...I know a rare and potentially dangerous thing!  I think if we include your 2 songs in the list of "modern country songs" on the forum we would have a grand total of 2 so far. The good news is the number seems to be rising! I'm guessing you aren't looking at sticking solely to this genre, and don't know your plans over all, but my idea was this... Would you be ok with us starting a discussion about this type of writing in the "song writing" section of the forum? I would like to reference your songs, and if possible have you comment for those of us who would like to learn. I'm not sure it would be a large group, but you never know Insights directly from the artist/writer would be such an advantage! I was going to PM you this, but I thought others may be interested and want to comment. Either way is ok by me. It's only an idea.
Chad (Hope that makes it easier)
TEMPO TANTRUM: What a lead singer has when they can't stay in time.
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Hi Floyd Jane, Nice job on this! Love the progression and vocals. Especially the chorus section. Very fun tune. Well done! Thanks for stopping by, Joe... Very well written. Every word moves the narrative forward. Nice change up at the bridge with the reverb accent.
As to the debate (if there is one) about style or genre, well I'm not the one to comment as I don't quite know how to stay in one sandbox or another.
Well done! Thanks, Lawrence... appreciate that...
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HTL - I'll get back to you... soon... Great FJ! Sorry, I didn't read all the other comments. I'm just so happy to feel like listening. And what an enjoyable listen it is with so many cool touches! Josie Josie - It is nice to see you back around. You've been missed. Look forward to you gettin' the music flowin' again... I just read all of the comments and I'm proud to be a janette and only 20 feet from stardom!
Janice Funny... I feel the same way...
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FJ you are single handedly dragging the showcase into this decade! I feel many times comments about "this sounds current" have me wondering what people think "current" is. This song, IMO, could be deemed "current." The progression and groove are obviously of someone who has been listening to what's going on A big thing for me too is the structure you are using. Again, it fits right in with what is on the radio. The lyrics having a good number of syllables and also syncopation where needed. Caaron - I appreciate that you take note of all of those elements (take make up "the current sound" of Country). We have talked before about the fact that BIAB has what is needed for that sound if you pick and chose the right RTs - not a hard thing to do if you know what you should be looking for. From the general responses of the forum to any discussion of current Country, I can't imagine that many (current) forum participants would ever care to even try... And, as you note, writing this style of song takes more than just a "change of instruments"...the write itself is essential. Charlie is one of the few that I can think of who might give it a whirl... (you go without saying)
The BIGGEST ingredient it has, I feel, is the relatability factor. From lyric content, to structure, groove, arrangement, production...it sounds like something current! It relates to other songs on the charts!
An interesting observation. Generally, I think of today's Country as far less "relatable" than Country of the past - even 5 years ago - but certainly 10 years ago. I do think it is much harder to put "a little meat" into these type songs - as opposed to writing "old Country"... I get this sound isn't for everyone; but not everyone could get this sound either. You did! It's easy to lump similar things together and say "they are all the same." When it comes to music, it surprises me when people say that. Typically the music they listen to usually suffers from the same aspects they feel others are exclusive to This song, to me, is an example from someone that can write whatever you put your mind to. Anyway, I think the writing you have been doing is important to the forum if we have any hopes of bringing in new people. Great job on a great song my friend! Now for another listen... It took me a while to "settle in" to the newer stuff. I think it is getting better now that the Bro Country is dying out. I will continue to listen to new stuff - and mingle it in with the old...
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Alright FJ, this song and the previous one really got me thinking...I know a rare and potentially dangerous thing! I think if we include your 2 songs in the list of "modern country songs" on the forum we would have a grand total of 2 so far. The good news is the number seems to be rising! I'm guessing you aren't looking at sticking solely to this genre, and don't know your plans over all, but my idea was this... Would you be ok with us starting a discussion about this type of writing in the "song writing" section of the forum? I would like to reference your songs, and if possible have you comment for those of us who would like to learn. I'm not sure it would be a large group, but you never know Insights directly from the artist/writer would be such an advantage! I was going to PM you this, but I thought others may be interested and want to comment. Either way is ok by me. It's only an idea. LOL. (It also occurred to me that Bob (rsdean) has done a couple of things that use elements of a current sound - wrapped around his signature style...) I wonder how many would participate in a true discussion of "writing to a modern Country sound"... I would imagine it will quickly veer off into any number of far-flung tangents... but, by all means, fire it up...I'll join in... you will likely need to reign it in often to keep it on track... should be interesting...
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she walked in, took me by surprise
that little black dress, those emerald eyes
those heels, those legs, that bumpty-bump, that cold hard stare
that said i know you want to make a move, boy, but do you dare
If I was teaching a class in lyric writing, this would be used as an example (as well as the rest of the song). Great writing is maximizing the impact per word. Like John Hiatt "She's got the wind as a witness, She's got feelings that fly by night". Few words-big impact. That's what the great ones can do: Hiatt, Webb, J. Browne, J. Taylor, and F. Jane. The music is cool too! Love the vocal effect and how it matches the lyric in that part. Very cool song-great writing, great production!! Another keeper!!! Take care. Greg
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