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In 2012, floyd and I wrote a song called "What A Crazy Thing". I put the mix together and we posted it on the forum. In the 5 years since then, I've gained quite a bit more experience in mixing. I've also moved from the UltraPlus Pak version of BIAB with compressed audio files to the Audiophile edition with wav files. Because of these things, I thought it would be a fun exercise to re-visit the song and create a mix worthy of 2017. Here it is... ...floyd and I hope you enjoy listening! All vocals, lead and background, are floyd's. Feel free to comment in any way on any aspect. As floyd says, "Have at it..." Regards, Noel P.S. It sounds best when the speaker volume is turned up a bit. Band In A BoxRT 1012 Bass, Electric, BluesRock Sw 140 RT 965 Guitar, Electric, Rhythm CountryBoogieGrittyA-B Sw 140 RT 961 Guitar, Acoustic, Rhythm CountryBoogieOpen Sw 140 RT 1279 Guitar, Electric, Soloist CountryBoogieBrent Sw 140 RT 1115 Fiddle, Background CountrySwingChops Sw 140 RT 1146 Fiddle, Background CountrySwing Sw 110 (Outside) RT 1143 Ukulele, Strumming FolkSwing Sw 140 RealDrums: BluesShuffleHard^1-a:Snare, HiHat , b:Ride LyricsYou and me caught in the rain Soaked to the bone, big old grins My heart is pounding with a capital P Old Gene Kelly's got nothing on me It doesn't get better than this What a crazy thing love is You got me howling like a dog at the moon Laughing out loud, crazy as a loon Head over heels, a little do-si-do All because of you, I want the world to know It doesn't get better than this What a crazy thing love is Oh what a feeling Now who would believe Dizzy and giddy from a guy like me It hits you hard, takes you by surprise and it's good Real good So unbelievably good Adam and Eve or Bogie and Bacall It's all about love after all Add to that list, you and me Let's do this thing permanently It doesn't get better than this What a crazy thing love is [Instrumental] Oh what a feeling Now who would believe Dizzy and giddy from a guy like me It hits you hard, takes you by surprise and it's good Real good So unbelievably good Adam and Eve or Bogie and Bacall It's all about love after all Add to that list, you and me Let's do this thing permanently It doesn't get better than this What a crazy thing love is Doesn't get any better than this What a crazy thing love is © 2012 Words and music by floyd jane and Noel Adams. All rights reserved.
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Excellent!
Great collaboration
Two guys that I have so much respect for
the mix and overall sound and clarity is totally pro
enjoyed the heck out of the listen, wasn't here in 2012 so it's
a new song to me, solid write and performance, that harmony
just shines
enjoyed it guys
Kenny
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Excellent!
Great collaboration
Two guys that I have so much respect for
the mix and overall sound and clarity is totally pro
enjoyed the heck out of the listen, wasn't here in 2012 so it's
a new song to me, solid write and performance, that harmony
just shines
enjoyed it guys
Kenny
Hey Kenny! That was quick! Thanks for taking the time to have a listen. Always appreciate the visit. This was a fun song to work on back in 2012. I enjoyed collaborating with floyd immensely. He's a class act. I also picked up lots of tips along the way. Thanks again for passing through. Noel
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This is "Good (Real Good)" What a crazy thing a great collaboration can be.... "It doesn't get any better than this..." All are spot on to my reaction to this remix....
I wasn't here in 2012 to catch this first time around either but glad I'm here now. Enjoyed my listen.
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Wow guys, you nailed this! It's wonderfully catchy, and honestly just a fantastically written song. I can't think of anything I'd change. It catches your attention within the first moment, and keeps you hooked the whole way through. You should be very proud of this - thanks so much for sharing 
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Noel & Floyd,
I also haven`t heard the original, but can`t come up with any improvements to be made on this mix- it is so crisp and clear.
Are you using the new Ozone Neutron everyone seems to like?
That said, its all about the song and the fun you guys had writing this comes through - in the clever lyrics that sound familiar and fresh at the same time,the boogie beat and of course trademark Floyd vocal and harmonies.
A sweet collaboration in all respects.
Robert
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Great!
What a well produced, solid, fun and energetic song!
Love it.
Great job y'all.
(Super, super, excellent mix.)
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Noel,
You did a super job on the remix!
Those guitars sound great.
I've really enjoyed revisiting this one. I think it was the first co-write I did on the forum... Thanks for bringing it back!
fj
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Great song, all the way around!
Most impressive write and arrangement. The vocals are outstanding, too - a super job on the mix.
Glad you brought it back!
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What a great production The catchy tune and the positive and funny words really make me smile, singing and mixing are perfect. Surely the "Crazy Little Thing Called Love" of this century  Janne
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This is "Good (Real Good)" What a crazy thing a great collaboration can be.... "It doesn't get any better than this..." All are spot on to my reaction to this remix....
I wasn't here in 2012 to catch this first time around either but glad I'm here now. Enjoyed my listen.
Charlie Hi Charlie, It's always a pleasure to see you! It took me by surprise to read that you weren't around in 2012. It seemed to me that you've been here for many years more than that. I guess that that means that you've settled into the place really well! Thanks for taking time to have a listen. And I appreciate the quotes. They gave me a good chuckle! All the best to you and yours, Noel
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Wow guys, you nailed this! It's wonderfully catchy, and honestly just a fantastically written song. I can't think of anything I'd change. It catches your attention within the first moment, and keeps you hooked the whole way through. You should be very proud of this - thanks so much for sharing Thanks, Deryk. Much appreciated. Regards, Noel
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Wow, this is terrific guys! I joined the forum in 21 December 2012, so I missed the original by, I guess, a few months. Regardless, this just rocked my country roots and dang near had my headphones dancing off my ears.
Too much fun (but that's okay!) and a lot spark. I enjoyed this from first note to last. Great collab!
Alan
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Great, foot stomping Country. Loved it. Great vocals and great production etc.
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That was about the time we joined the forum if memory serves so the song is new to us.
We went in with high expectations...what not to expect other than excellence with Noel + floyd? And we assuredly were not disappointed.
The groove just flows like like water down a mellow stream. Smooth and fluid.
We will have to find and listen to the original which no doubt will be very good. All of us hope to achieve "sonic growth" over the years but when you start out with your talent it's a lot easier to achieve!
Everything sounds superb to us...the RT choice, the arrangement, the write and vocals.
And that Gene Kelly line in the first verse was super cool.
WTG guys!!
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Great song guys! This is fantastic!
I don't remember the original but I sure enjoyed this version. Great vocals, lyrics, backing tracks, instrumentation and mix. Who could ask for more?
Two thumbs up on this fantastic collaboration.
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Wow guys, you nailed this! It's wonderfully catchy, and honestly just a fantastically written song. I can't think of anything I'd change. It catches your attention within the first moment, and keeps you hooked the whole way through. You should be very proud of this - thanks so much for sharing +1 for me!! This is very enjoyable song that just carries you right along! It sounds like you did a wonderful job mixing and mastering and what can you say.... Floyd always delivers a great vocal! Thanks, Trrey
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Noel & Floyd,
I also haven`t heard the original, but can`t come up with any improvements to be made on this mix- it is so crisp and clear.
Are you using the new Ozone Neutron everyone seems to like?
That said, its all about the song and the fun you guys had writing this comes through - in the clever lyrics that sound familiar and fresh at the same time,the boogie beat and of course trademark Floyd vocal and harmonies.
A sweet collaboration in all respects.
Robert
Hi Robert, Thanks for visiting and thanks for your comments. I don't have neutron. This was mixed using Ozone 6. I also used a dash of Nectar on floyds vocals. I was tempted to get Neutron when it was on special but I didn't. I'll see what happens next time the specials roll around. All the best, Noel
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Hi, Noel & Floyd !
What a fantastic end
result of this co-op !!!
I dig everything about it !!!
Wonderful music so superbly
written, performed and produced
as only you two are able to
do !:))
Cheers
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Hello, Noel and floyd
Great Collaboration!
Shuffle beat is very pleasant!
Vocal and Lead guitar are also very nice.
As Robert said, I also haven't heard the original, but can't come up with any improvements to be made on this mix- it is so crisp and clear.
Enjoyed my listen a lot.
Best regards.
Shigeki Adachi
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