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Here is the second-to-last recording for the 52 Tracks Project: Unless https://52tracksblog.com/2016/12/22/track-51-unless/I used the Classic Piano Jazz Quartet Style from the Xtra Styles Pak 2. Acoustic Bass, Piano, Freddie Green Guitar, and Gypsy Jazz Drums. Thanks for listening and for the comments. Fred
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Interesting write Fred! I particularly like this part.
With a stockpile of abuses
Hiding in your drawer
Not taking your excuses
You gotta check them at the door
Looks like you're going to make your 52. Impressive!! Take care. Greg
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Fred,
Another enjoyable song.
It must have been fun writing this- I like the idea of back and forth creation with your co-writer. The result is good and has a nice light touch both lyrically and in the ragtime backing.
Robert
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Hi Fgrittner, Glad to see you are still doing this challenge. only one week left! How do you feel? Must feel pretty awesome doing a challenge like this for so long. Great guitar and piano riffs. Well done! 
Cheers,
Joe
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Interesting write Fred! I particularly like this part.
With a stockpile of abuses
Hiding in your drawer
Not taking your excuses
You gotta check them at the door
Looks like you're going to make your 52. Impressive!! Take care. Greg Thanks again, Greg. Fred
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Fred,
Another enjoyable song.
It must have been fun writing this- I like the idea of back and forth creation with your co-writer. The result is good and has a nice light touch both lyrically and in the ragtime backing.
Robert
Thanks, Robert. Fred
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Hi Fgrittner, Glad to see you are still doing this challenge. only one week left! How do you feel? Must feel pretty awesome doing a challenge like this for so long. Great guitar and piano riffs. Well done! Thanks, Joe. Starting to feel relieved. Next week's song is fully arranged and waiting for my vocals. In the new year I will post my reflections on the project and how I used BIAB to accomplish my objectives. Fred
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Frolicky and fun, Fred - floyd
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Cool tune Fred. Well done
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Fred
Nearly there. Nice easy listen - good melody and pleasant flowing lyric.
Peter
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Frolicky and fun, Fred - floyd Exactly, Floyd. Fred
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Cool tune Fred. Well done Thanks, Scott. Fred
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Nearly there. Nice easy listen - good melody and pleasant flowing lyric.
Peter Yes, indeed, Peter. Thanks. Fred
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Fred,
That's quote a project you have going! Like the song a lot ... bouncy and fun to listen to. Nice melody and a good kick-back and enjoy type of tune. Congrats on the project!
Merry Christmas,
Alan & Di
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Fred,
That's quote a project you have going! Like the song a lot ... bouncy and fun to listen to. Nice melody and a good kick-back and enjoy type of tune. Congrats on the project!
Merry Christmas,
Alan & Di Thanks! One more to go. Fred
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I especially enjoy the rhythms of the voice.
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I especially enjoy the rhythms of the voice. Thank you, Marty! Fred
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What a cool idea for a write. We love the minimalist production as it works perfectly with your vocal and allows a lot of emphasis on the neat lyric. 51 -- wow. I haven't written that many in my life As always we equally enjoy the backstory and the photo. Merry Christmas! J&B
Our albums and singles are on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, YouTube Music, Pandora and more. If interested search on Janice Merritt. Thanks! A few of our videos are here on our website: https://www.janiceandbud.com/our-music.html
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I listened to several of your songs, I like the styles, and the lyrics, very nice job!
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What a cool idea for a write. We love the minimalist production as it works perfectly with your vocal and allows a lot of emphasis on the neat lyric. 51 -- wow. I haven't written that many in my life As always we equally enjoy the backstory and the photo. Merry Christmas! J&B Thanks again, J&B. Fred
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