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Style is _EASE.STY (Ease Fast Folk Pop)

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Brian, this was a joy to listen to this early morning!
I esp liked the choice of leading instruments...definitely kept my ear in there. And the simplicity of the melody line really lets the sonic element shine through.
Nice little "ditty". Totally enjoyed it!


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Oh, there is so much goodness in there, Brian. A fun bouncey feel with the perfect melody. I rally appreciate how well you mix everything so well, and how you manage to trade soloists. Much enjoyed.


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Brian, those are some very impressive guitar chops.
Super vibes also
Great groove
Great backing band and mix
IMHO this is your best to date - loved it


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Very Eaglesy instrumental. I love the instrumentation, but I thought the vibes were a little too loud compared to the other solos.


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Marty is right: this is fun and bouncy. I love your work with the different solo instrumentation. I like the guitar bits the best.

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Really cool piece. Loved the feel. Lovely melody. Backtrack was really well done. Lovely melody..


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I love the positive vibe of your song, which automatically puts me in a good mood.
Well done!

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Thanks for this soothing track and a great start to my day. Lovely melodies. I liked your guitar solos.



That vibraphone may be a bit hot or need some eq maybe.

Mixed in Audacity? Interesting.


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Hey Brian this certainly sounds great!

I love the arrangement and the instruments you used.

Is that you on the nylon guitar?

It sure sounds sweet man. Happy holidays.

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Brian, super hook and lead instrument selection/performances. Like the mix a lot, too. REALLY like your lead guitar tone and tasteful licks. Super job letting BiaB shine on the backing while exercising your mastery of a wide range of instrument sounds/samples. Great stuff!


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It was all good, but that Takamine really won me over. Something good always seems to happen when you play that nylon string. I enjoyed everything else about it, too. Very well done!


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Great performances by you and the BiaB session guys.
Love the mix, arrangement and overall vibe.
Very melodic playing indeed.

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