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"The Rain Song" #442243 12/03/17 12:34 AM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State B bluage OP Expert
OP bluage Expert B Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State	"The Rain Song" is the story of a husband -- somewhat of a homebody -- who is reluctant to walk in the rain with his free-spirited wife: https://www.soundclick.com/html5/v3/player.cfm?type=single&songid=13663744&q=hi&newref=1 Style is: B140_GB.STY. Contemporary Med. Bossa / All RealTracks Key of B (I think?), tempo @ 155, meter = 4/4 Craig Scott on Real Drums/Bossa Brushes Neil Swainson on acoustic bass, RealTrack #464 Oliver Gannon on electric rhythm guitar, RealTrack #467 At the bridge, and at the end of the song, P. J. Perry solos on flute, Real Track #705, the "bluesy" variation, and also on alto sax, Real Track #475. Intro flute solo is a Uberschall loop fragment. MIDI strings & piano arrangement rendered by Miroslav Philharmonik. MIDI vocal "Ooos" rendered by SampleTank Vocal Collection. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Of the lyrics, please note that the husband (me) sings the lyrics in that are in standard font; the wife (Courtney Grace, who recorded my recent song post, "How Do You Know When Someone Loves You"), sings the lyrics that are in italic font. Lyrics sung in unison and/or harmonized are in bold font. VERSE ONE Oh, look, it’s raining, and I don’t want to go out Oh, stop complaining, my wife says with a pout I’ve got the blues, dear, and of that there’s no doubt I don’t want to go out in the rain VERSE TWO You could imagine, the rain is not what it is How about champagne, dear – raindrops that fall with a fizz! You are so clever, oh, yes, you’re some kind of whiz! Now, let’s go out and go walk in the rain REFRAIN(???) The air smells like perfume From flowers in full bloom! (In unison, harmonized) Everywhere the rain has fallen looks so new… It’s not a strain to maintain that the rain is a good thing to view! VERSE THREE How nice the world is, when it’s dripping and wet I’m glad you noticed, so you don’t have to fret I know I love you, and on that you can bet I’m so glad we went out in the rain VERSE FOUR The rain has stopped, now, and the sun is so bright But it’s so hot, now, that I can’t wait for the night! And I agree, dear, so there’s no need to fight Let’s go home and stay cool in the dark. ENDING VERSE And then tomorrow we’ll go to the park… Or, to the ocean and swim with the sharks… Or to the sky where we’ll fly with the larks... (ad-lib, or scat to fade out) To those of you who listen to, and comment on the song, thank you. You're the best friends I'v never met !!! "Music is what feelings sound like."-- borrowed from a Cakewalk Music Creator forum member, "Mamabear".

Re: "The Rain Song" bluage #442258 12/03/17 02:03 AM User Showcase
Joined: Jul 2015 Posts: 5,254 United States Torrey Bliss Veteran
Torrey Bliss Veteran Joined: Jul 2015 Posts: 5,254 United States	bluage, you did a wonderful job putting this track together! The way the male/female vocal parts work off of each other is professionally delivered ! This jazz track should be thoroughly enjoyed by anyone who's into the genre ( I'm one )! Great job working that flute into the song, it's what really give it sparkle! Thanks, Torrey

Re: "The Rain Song" bluage #442304 12/03/17 06:55 AM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2011 Posts: 7,558 Edmonton, Ab, Canada Scott C Veteran
Scott C Veteran Joined: Dec 2011 Posts: 7,558 Edmonton, Ab, Canada	Very cool listen. Super vocals Scott Collingwood https://soundcloud.com/scottt709 https://soundcloud.com/spiritlevel-ca https://www.youtube.com/@SpiritLevel-ge3hm/

Re: "The Rain Song" bluage #442324 12/03/17 08:43 AM User Showcase
Joined: Jun 2016 Posts: 3,357 Robertkc Veteran
Robertkc Veteran Joined: Jun 2016 Posts: 3,357	Loren, Wonderful musical conversation - Courtenay is a great singer and you sound so darn in sync together you could be, well- married! Musically smooth and delightful use of the flute. This is not my genre, so you`ll forgive me for saying the back and forth of the vocals reminded of Dan Hicks. Needs several listens to catch the nuance. Robert

Re: "The Rain Song" bluage #442329 12/03/17 09:02 AM User Showcase
Joined: Jan 2012 Posts: 3,613 Murgon Queensland Australia Rob4580 Veteran
Rob4580 Veteran Joined: Jan 2012 Posts: 3,613 Murgon Queensland Australia	This one ticks all the boxes. Good work guys. Rob https://soundcloud.com/ironbarkbob https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IPuZM4B48Drnd38DEWC7L https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoXdTc0EC_3aaZSqT4dyzug Using Studio One.

Re: "The Rain Song" bluage #442411 12/03/17 01:59 PM User Showcase
Joined: Aug 2007 Posts: 2,018 Florida, USA cubanpete Veteran
cubanpete Veteran Joined: Aug 2007 Posts: 2,018 Florida, USA	Hi Loren, wonderful duet and production all around. Certainly my kind of music. Mike B. Music should be part of your life http://www.soundclick.com/blackcatjazzcafeband

Re: "The Rain Song" bluage #442502 12/04/17 02:28 AM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2012 Posts: 7,428 Originally Missouri ... Now Al... Al-David Veteran
Al-David Veteran Joined: Dec 2012 Posts: 7,428 Originally Missouri ... Now Al...	HI Loren, What a great song! the tightness of the vocals is fabulous! You and Courtney were splendid. Love the arrangement and the mix. This is kick-back and take it easy at a fast pace. I know, it sounds like a contradiction, but that's how it came across to me. This is a great piece of musical entertainment and a terrific example of the flexibility of BIAB. What a super listen! Thanks for the treat! Wishing you the very best, Alan BIAB 2024 Ultra Plus-all StylePaksWin1116GB DDR5Rhyzen 9745xAT 2035 MicPeavey Nashville 112 AmpIbanez ART120* Acoustic/Electric/Washburn D200S Acoustic*Stromberg Monterey Jazz Guitar Loops: https://aldavidmusic.wixsite.com/bestmusicloops

Re: "The Rain Song" bluage #442506 12/04/17 02:54 AM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2015 Posts: 223 Jon Thomas Apprentice
Jon Thomas Apprentice Joined: Dec 2015 Posts: 223	If someone told me this is a song written by Tom Jobim I would have certainly believed them. And for me this one of the greatest compliments - Jobim is a musical hero of mine. Wonderful song Loren. Really really great.

Re: "The Rain Song" Torrey Bliss #442538 12/04/17 06:18 AM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State B bluage OP Expert
OP bluage Expert B Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State	Hi, Mr. Bliss... Thank you for listening. Ms. Grace deserves the "lion's share" of your compliment on the "professionalism" you perceived in the song. She recorded her part remotely after I e-mailed the track to her. Sincerely, LOREN "Music is what feelings sound like."-- borrowed from a Cakewalk Music Creator forum member, "Mamabear".

Re: "The Rain Song" Jon Thomas #442539 12/04/17 06:22 AM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State B bluage OP Expert
OP bluage Expert B Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State	Mr. Thomas... It would nearly impossible to speak about anything concerning bossa nova music without mentioning Antonio Carlos Jobim. Thank you for listening! LOREN "Music is what feelings sound like."-- borrowed from a Cakewalk Music Creator forum member, "Mamabear".

Re: "The Rain Song" Al-David #442540 12/04/17 06:24 AM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State B bluage OP Expert
OP bluage Expert B Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State	Dear Alan... You're welcome for the "treat", and thank you for listening! LOREN "Music is what feelings sound like."-- borrowed from a Cakewalk Music Creator forum member, "Mamabear".

Re: "The Rain Song" Scott C #442541 12/04/17 06:27 AM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State B bluage OP Expert
OP bluage Expert B Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State	Hi, "Scott C"... "Cool" certainly was something I was aiming for, thank you! Concerning the vocals, Ms. Grace being a professional singer made me sound better, I'm sure. Sincerely, LOREN "Music is what feelings sound like."-- borrowed from a Cakewalk Music Creator forum member, "Mamabear".

Re: "The Rain Song" Robertkc #442543 12/04/17 06:34 AM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State B bluage OP Expert
OP bluage Expert B Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State	Hi, "Robertkc"... I'll have to look Dan Hicks up and give him a listen, but if anything about "The Rain Song" reminded you of his music, then I must be in good company. Thank you for listening! LOREN "Music is what feelings sound like."-- borrowed from a Cakewalk Music Creator forum member, "Mamabear".

Re: "The Rain Song" Rob4580 #442545 12/04/17 06:35 AM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State B bluage OP Expert
OP bluage Expert B Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State	"Rob4580": Thanks for the "ticks", and for listening to the song! Sincerely, LOREN "Music is what feelings sound like."-- borrowed from a Cakewalk Music Creator forum member, "Mamabear".

Re: "The Rain Song" cubanpete #442546 12/04/17 06:37 AM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State B bluage OP Expert
OP bluage Expert B Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State	Dear "Mike B." From one "jazzician" to another, thank you for listening, sir! Sincerely, LOREN "Music is what feelings sound like."-- borrowed from a Cakewalk Music Creator forum member, "Mamabear".

Re: "The Rain Song" bluage #442658 12/04/17 03:53 PM User Showcase
Joined: Jun 2012 Posts: 18,353 Melbourne, Australia AudioTrack Veteran
AudioTrack Veteran Joined: Jun 2012 Posts: 18,353 Melbourne, Australia	You've taken the amazing abilities of this product and used your skills to generate a masterpiece. This is knockout from the very first note. The choice of style, the instrumentation, the fills, the vocals, the everything, is, well, just sensational. Back for another listen... BIAB & RB2024 Win.(Audiophile), Sonar Platinum, Cakewalk by Bandlab, Izotope Prod.Bundle, Roland RD-1000, Synthogy Ivory, Kontakt, Focusrite 18i20, KetronSD2, NS40M Monitors, Pioneer Active Monitors, AKG K271 Studio H'phones

Re: "The Rain Song" bluage #442677 12/04/17 05:16 PM User Showcase
Joined: May 2010 Posts: 1,719 New Zealand RichMac Expert
RichMac Expert Joined: May 2010 Posts: 1,719 New Zealand	Hi Loren and Courtney Love the jazz, the arrangement and the phrasing. Have had several listens and it just gets better. Could be from a movie and something a little Manhattan Transfer about the cool style. Oh, and my favourite line -- 'Or, to the ocean and swim with the sharks…' Two thumbs up. Cheers. Last edited by RichMac; 12/04/17 05:20 PM. https://soundcloud.com/tuigorge

Re: "The Rain Song" bluage #442731 12/05/17 04:52 AM User Showcase
Joined: Feb 2017 Posts: 3,414 Deryk - PG Music PG Music Staff
Deryk - PG Music PG Music Staff Joined: Feb 2017 Posts: 3,414	Wow - great job on this tune! It's got a ton of soul and character, and both of your vocal performances were absolutely spot on. It makes me think of the 60's. I love the groove here too, and honestly the arrangement and mix here sounds super professional! Thanks so much for sharing this Cheers, Deryk

Re: "The Rain Song" Deryk - PG Music #442848 12/05/17 11:34 AM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State B bluage OP Expert
OP bluage Expert B Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State	Dear Deryk... I appreciate your comment about my singing, as I believe Ms. Grace's professionally-trained voice really made my own sound better ! By the way, I believe I should thank you and the other folks at PG Music for allowing me to post the song. Why? Because I used SampleTank vocal patches when I could have used the new "ooos" and "ahhhs" that are part of the new 2018 version. I actually ordered the new version and await its delivery. However, before I ordered it I didn't do a thorough job reading about the new additions to the software and therefore missed the announcement about the "ooos" and "ahhhs", which I apologize for. I auditioned them and they sound gorgeous! I can hardly wait to use them in my future compositions. After I receive the 2018 update I will re-post "The Rain Song" with the seamless and meltingly mellow "ooohs" and "ahhhs" that Mr. David Wise and Ms. Shelly Justice recorded so everyone in the User's Forum can hear how great they sound. Gratefully, LOREN "Music is what feelings sound like."-- borrowed from a Cakewalk Music Creator forum member, "Mamabear".

Re: "The Rain Song" RichMac #442857 12/05/17 11:53 AM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State B bluage OP Expert
OP bluage Expert B Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State	Originally Posted By: RichMac Hi Loren and Courtney Love the jazz, the arrangement and the phrasing. Have had several listens and it just gets better. Could be from a movie and something a little Manhattan Transfer about the cool style. Oh, and my favourite line -- 'Or, to the ocean and swim with the sharks…' Two thumbs up. Cheers. Hello, "RichMac"... So, you like swimming with sharks, eh? You're a braver man than me ! Seriously, though, your attentive remarks about the arrangement and phrasing song are deeply appreciated. It takes me a long, long, l-o-n-g time to decide when I've gotten those aspects of producing a song "right". I will let Ms. Courtney know of your response to her performance. Thank you for listening, "RichMac!" Sincerely, LOREN "Music is what feelings sound like."-- borrowed from a Cakewalk Music Creator forum member, "Mamabear".

Re: "The Rain Song" AudioTrack #442860 12/05/17 11:58 AM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State B bluage OP Expert
OP bluage Expert B Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State	Originally Posted By: VideoTrack You've taken the amazing abilities of this product and used your skills to generate a masterpiece. This is knockout from the very first note. The choice of style, the instrumentation, the fills, the vocals, the everything, is, well, just sensational. Back for another listen... Dear "VideoTrack"... Thank you for your enthusiastic comments on "The Rain Song"! That's what happens when you've got a "Band-in-the-Box". Do you have any productions that I could listen to? Sincerely, LOREN "Music is what feelings sound like."-- borrowed from a Cakewalk Music Creator forum member, "Mamabear".

Re: "The Rain Song" bluage #442908 12/05/17 04:49 PM User Showcase
Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 7,736 North Carolina David Snyder Veteran
David Snyder Veteran Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 7,736 North Carolina	This is a really sexy song. The female vocal parts are great, and the lyrics themselves are sexy. The arrangement is also sexy. Everything is sexy. I love music like this. As Austin Powers: says "Ladies and Gentleman, Mr. Burt Bacharach." (You have to know the movie to know why this is the highest compliment. It's just cool.) Write some more like this please!!! David Snyder Songwriter/Renaissance Man Studio + Fingers https://davidsnydersongs.com/ https://spoti.fi/359Gigs www.davidsnydermusic.com/ www.reverbnation.com/davidpsnyder www.soundcloud.com/davidsnyderchannel https://www.songtradr.com/user/profile/david.snyder

Re: "The Rain Song" bluage #442940 12/05/17 09:35 PM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 5,495 Sydney Australia PeterF Veteran
PeterF Veteran Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 5,495 Sydney Australia	Loren Seriously good stuff - I'll add the backing reminded me a bit of Michael Franks. Wonderful performance by both of you and a genre not heard often here. Peter

Re: "The Rain Song" bluage #442944 12/05/17 10:13 PM User Showcase
Joined: May 2012 Posts: 2,902 South Africa JoanneCooper Veteran
JoanneCooper Veteran Joined: May 2012 Posts: 2,902 South Africa	Hi Loren. What a lovely duet! Just one small complaint. It ended too early Nicely done. LyricLab A.I assisted chords and lyric app. Export lyrics and import directly into Band-in-a-Box 2024. https://lyriclab.net Play-along with songs you know and love, download SGU files https://playiit.com/

Re: "The Rain Song" bluage #442956 12/06/17 01:27 AM User Showcase
Joined: Jun 2006 Posts: 7,258 Scottish Highlands furry Veteran
furry Veteran Joined: Jun 2006 Posts: 7,258 Scottish Highlands	Good one guys Graham............ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKBPq93IQFTD3q-zBqxghbQ?view_as=subscriber

Re: "The Rain Song" bluage #442980 12/06/17 03:37 AM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2011 Posts: 14,058 GA USA Janice & Bud Veteran
Janice & Bud Veteran Joined: Dec 2011 Posts: 14,058 GA USA	Firstly, everything about this production reminds us of the void of jazz tunes posted here. Given the vast number of jazz styles and RT’s that is even more unfortunate. But this song certainly made the wait worthwhile. We’ve several times watched the great late 50’s film featuring an afternoon at the Newport Jazz Festival. This song while packed with nuances and complexities reminds us of the open airy feel of many of performances at that festival. We could parse out everything we like and discuss it but this is one that we prefer just kicking back and enjoying the totality of the wonderful arrangement and vocals. The word that comes to mind and best describes our feelings is “classy.” Well done y’all! Sounds like you two are having fun. J&B J&B Videos J&B Soundcloud J&B Website

Re: "The Rain Song" Janice & Bud #443173 12/06/17 09:09 PM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State B bluage OP Expert
OP bluage Expert B Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State	Originally Posted By: Janice & Bud Firstly, everything about this production reminds us of the void of jazz tunes posted here. Given the vast number of jazz styles and RT’s that is even more unfortunate. But this song certainly made the wait worthwhile. We’ve several times watched the great late 50’s film featuring an afternoon at the Newport Jazz Festival. This song while packed with nuances and complexities reminds us of the open airy feel of many of performances at that festival. We could parse out everything we like and discuss it but this is one that we prefer just kicking back and enjoying the totality of the wonderful arrangement and vocals. The word that comes to mind and best describes our feelings is “classy.” Well done y’all! Sounds like you two are having fun. J&B Hello, Bud; hello, Ms. Janice... I believe the documentary you described is "Jazz on a Summer's Day", directed by Bert Stern in 1958. Yes, it is a dream of a film about jazz music with gorgeous color cinematography and amazingly well-recorded performances. If "The Rain Song" brought forth that "open and airy" association in your mind, then I'm humbled. It's a nice to thing to say. "Classy" is certainly how I feel about Ms. Grace's performance. She seized upon the (hopefully) sunny feel of the song on the first take, which was done remotely as we live in different cities. Thank you for communicating your pleasure with the song in such a colorful way! Most sincerely, LOREN "Music is what feelings sound like."-- borrowed from a Cakewalk Music Creator forum member, "Mamabear".

Re: "The Rain Song" furry #443175 12/06/17 09:11 PM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State B bluage OP Expert
OP bluage Expert B Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State	Originally Posted By: furry Good one guys Hey, there, "furry"... Thank you for listening from so far away ! Sincerely, LOREN "Music is what feelings sound like."-- borrowed from a Cakewalk Music Creator forum member, "Mamabear".

Re: "The Rain Song" JoanneCooper #443179 12/06/17 09:18 PM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State B bluage OP Expert
OP bluage Expert B Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State	Originally Posted By: JoanneCooper Hi Loren. What a lovely duet! Just one small complaint. It ended too early Nicely done. Dear Ms. Cooper... Yeah, it was kind of short, wasn't it? So short, that Ms. Grace only charged me half of her usual price for recording my songs. So, now, I've learned a neat trick on how to save money... Just kidding (about saving money, that is!). Thank you for listening and also for liking what you heard, Ms. Cooper! Sincerely, LOREN "Music is what feelings sound like."-- borrowed from a Cakewalk Music Creator forum member, "Mamabear".

Re: "The Rain Song" PeterF #443181 12/06/17 09:23 PM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State B bluage OP Expert
OP bluage Expert B Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State	Originally Posted By: PeterF Loren Seriously good stuff - I'll add the backing reminded me a bit of Michael Franks. Wonderful performance by both of you and a genre not heard often here. Peter Hello, "PeterF"... Michael Franks really created his own genre, didn't he? He was a stylist who produced truly relaxing music with memorable lyrics. Certainly something for songwriters in any genre to emulate, for sure. Thank you for listening and commenting, "PeterF"! Sincerely, LOREN "Music is what feelings sound like."-- borrowed from a Cakewalk Music Creator forum member, "Mamabear".

Re: "The Rain Song" David Snyder #443183 12/06/17 09:42 PM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State B bluage OP Expert
OP bluage Expert B Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State	Originally Posted By: David Snyder This is a really sexy song. The female vocal parts are great, and the lyrics themselves are sexy. The arrangement is also sexy. Everything is sexy. I love music like this. As Austin Powers: says "Ladies and Gentleman, Mr. Burt Bacharach." (You have to know the movie to know why this is the highest compliment. It's just cool.) Write some more like this please!!! Howdy, David Snyder... Here's some definitions of the word, "sexy" that I looked up on the Web: sex·y [ˈseksē] ADJECTIVE 1) sexually attractive or exciting 2) sexually aroused 3) exciting; appealing I'll take the third definition so people won't think we produced the song without wearing any clothes -- presuming that on-lookers would consider such a sight "arousing" ! Thank you for listening and for your titillating comments, sir! Sincerely, LOREN P.S. I know the movie! "Music is what feelings sound like."-- borrowed from a Cakewalk Music Creator forum member, "Mamabear".

Re: "The Rain Song" bluage #443486 12/07/17 08:57 PM User Showcase
Joined: May 2015 Posts: 2,789 Aichi, Japan animarorecords Veteran
animarorecords Veteran Joined: May 2015 Posts: 2,789 Aichi, Japan	Dear Loren, A very nice and cool bossa nova tune! Your vocal and the female vocal are very pleasant. The melody is also very bossa nova. The way to use flute and strings is splendid. Enjoyed my listen a lot. Sincerely, Shigeki Adachi

Re: "The Rain Song" animarorecords #443667 12/08/17 02:42 PM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State B bluage OP Expert
OP bluage Expert B Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,193 Washington State	Originally Posted By: animarorecords Dear Loren, A very nice and cool bossa nova tune! Your vocal and the female vocal are very pleasant. The melody is also very bossa nova. The way to use flute and strings is splendid. Enjoyed my listen a lot. Sincerely, Shigeki Adachi Dear Shigecki... Thank you, sir, for your encouraging comments on "The Rain Song". I appreciate them! Sincerely, LOREN "Music is what feelings sound like."-- borrowed from a Cakewalk Music Creator forum member, "Mamabear".

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