Charlie,

Man, your review shows that I came close to hitting nearly all my marks. You seem to have detected what these were without my having to say anything. The background vocals have received mixed reviews and have been vastly improved in a new mix. I hope we all get to hear it, but that's up to Josie, the real star of the show.

And you're right, brother, she does have the chops to handle a big construction like this. No one cared to step up when I first floated the idea of collaborating on Walk on By and I understand why. This is no criticism of Forum members, only acknowledgment that this song is a tough cookie. You need chops plus a big swig of bravery.

My hat's off to Josie, one versatile - and conquering - performer.

Dean