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SCAT! Another silly little ditty that gives Janice a chance to “play” a solo  Thanks to Peter for joining in and to PG Music for enabling us to have so much fun! Both comments and your time to listen are always appreciated. Scat! ©️2019 Bud, Janice and Peter Vocal: Janice > Rodes NT1 > Scarlett 212 > Logic Pro X > Nectar 2 Guitar Solo: Peter Guitar Electric Rhythm: Peter Guitar Acoustic Rhythm: RT 2676 Blues Shuffle / Waves CLA Unplugged Drums: RD Blues Rock Shuffle / Waves CLA Drums Drums: RD Blues Rock Shuffle / Snare only / Neutron 2 Congas: RD Conga Shuffle / Neutron 2 / EMT 140 Reverb sim Tambourine: RD Tambourine Shuffle / EMT 140 Reverb sim Bass Acoustic: Comped from RT 931 Jazz Waltz (walking) and RT 1206 Gypsy Jazz Ballad / Waves Bass Rider / Neutron 2 Piano: MidiSuperTrack 1800 Texas Blues Rock / Logic Pro X Grand Steinway sound / Ozone Imager / Neutron 2 / EMT 140 Reverb sim Mix: Logic Pro X Mastering: Ozone EQ > Waves LinMB > Ozone Maximizer > Ozone Tonal Balance SCAT! YOU USED TO SOAR HIGH WITH THE EAGLES NOW DAYS YOU’RE RUNNING RUNNING WITH THE WEASELS JUST HANGING, HANGING WITH THE OLD RABBLE WHY DONCHA SCAT, SCAT, THINK ABOUT THAT I’VE BEEN TRYING TO LOOK THE OTHER WAY IT AIN’T CHANGING NO MATTER WHAT YOU SAY NOW I GOT ANOTHER MAN WANTING TO PLAY WHY DONCHA SCAT, THINK ABOUT THAT OR MAYBE I WILL, YEAH, I’LL SCAT YEAH, IT’S TIME FOR YOU TO SCAT! SCAT! MOVE ON NOW, MOVE ON, THAT’S WHERE IT’S AT MOVE ON NOW I AIN’T GONNA BE YOUR DOORMAT WHY DONCHA SCAT SCAT THINK ABOUT THAT YEAH, MOVE ON NOW, I AIN’T GONNA BE YOUR DOORMAT WHY DONCHA SCAT, SCAT, MMMMM, THINK ABOUT THAT
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Very nice. I love your voice. Nice guitar solo. You've got that Clapton woman tone. Sweet.
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Think about that... I like the solo of that Scat! Very cool bluezy jazz or jazzy blues. Do not know where is that line of separation. Besides that everything is great on it from guitar to vocals to production, I do have a comment. I think that Janice should do more of these "chance" solos and more of these silly little ditties  This is true music. Thank you! Misha.
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Well done Janice, Bud, and Peter! This was wonderful and I found this very easy to listen. The vibe was very appealing and has a good tone on the guitar. The vocals harmonize well with the other instruments. Great collaboration!
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What a pleasant surprise to find a new release... I always look forward to hearing one of your new polished apples.  I love the play of words & your quote from Louie. Just another solid performance!
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I suppose telling you that I was smiling and bobbing my head along the entire time wouldn't suffice as a comment?
Where I'm struggling is I'm trying to put into words what I really liked about the guitar that has no words and the scatting which aren't words either.
Is it enough just to say this song is all about feel and that's what it does exceptionally well! I absolutely loved it. It was fun to listen to. The solos were fantastic as where the production and just writing overall to showcase the talent.
Great job you three!
Chad (Hope that makes it easier) TEMPO TANTRUM: What a lead singer has when they can't stay in time.
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Very nice. I love your voice. Nice guitar solo. You've got that Clapton woman tone. Sweet. Thanks!! J&B
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Very cool intro. Backtrack really gets you boppin. Janice's vocal was superb. The scatting was awesome. Peters solo was also very cool. Nice collaboration
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Think about that... I like the solo of that Scat! Very cool bluezy jazz or jazzy blues. Do not know where is that line of separation. Besides that everything is great on it from guitar to vocals to production, I do have a comment. I think that Janice should do more of these "chance" solos and more of these silly little ditties  This is true music. Thank you! Misha. Hey, we much appreciate that review! And thanks for mentioning her “solo.” She did it on one take. I’ve been suggesting to her that she have a go at scatting. She’s always singing guitar parts  Bud
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Well done Janice, Bud, and Peter! This was wonderful and I found this very easy to listen. The vibe was very appealing and has a good tone on the guitar. The vocals harmonize well with the other instruments. Great collaboration! Hey, it’s always nice to hear from PG Music! We are excited that you liked it. Thanks! J&B
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Wow! What a nice song. Janice's voice is so warm and nice to listen to. It is a very uplifting and enjoyable song.
Thank you very much for sharing it with us! Will
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Always nice to hear this familiar rock'n'roll formula well produced and with excellent vocals, that scat is refreshing addition.
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Hi Janice, Bud and Peter. This shuffle blues sounds as it was a very high quality live session. Christian
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Well, how much fun was that?!
Loved this from start to finish.
That "WHY DONCHA SCAT, SCAT, THINK ABOUT THAT" line is a nice hook, stays with you after the song is over.
The scat is awesome (overused word I know, but it fits), and Peter as usual is right on the money with his guitar work.
And as usual the mix is perfection.
Nice one you three!
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What a pleasant surprise to find a new release... I always look forward to hearing one of your new polished apples.  I love the play of words & your quote from Louie. Just another solid performance! Jim, thanks and we’re glad you liked the Louis Armstrong quote! J&B
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I suppose telling you that I was smiling and bobbing my head along the entire time wouldn't suffice as a comment?
Where I'm struggling is I'm trying to put into words what I really liked about the guitar that has no words and the scatting which aren't words either.
Is it enough just to say this song is all about feel and that's what it does exceptionally well! I absolutely loved it. It was fun to listen to. The solos were fantastic as where the production and just writing overall to showcase the talent.
Great job you three! Hey, thanks for those remarks. And, yes, feel is THE word. Three chords like this or more complex...what matters to us in singing and playing in any genre is feel - soul. We may not be able to well articulate it but we know when it ain’t there! We appreciate your thoughts. J&B
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Thanks for the Clapton reference - appreciate that.
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Hey Ella, I mean Janice awesome!!!
what a joy to listen to this toe tapping shuffle
Peter, I think you get better and better, so nice
Bud, super song
enjoyed!
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This is lots of fun. Thanks for sharing. Cheers, Mike
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Janice, Bud & Peter,
What an awesome song! Some great guitar and production. Love the rhythm of this tune...
Of course, the vocal is outrageously good - Janice has all the scatting swagger of Carmen McRae - just so good!
Loved it all!
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Now that's something you don't hear a lot of these days.
Very nice.
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Very cool intro. Backtrack really gets you boppin. Janice's vocal was superb. The scatting was awesome. Peters solo was also very cool. Nice collaboration Hey Scott, you mentioned everything we worked to accomplish. Thanks!! J&B
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J&B and Peter, Janice sounds so relaxed and her timing is impeccable... not such an easy combination but y`all make it sound a snap. Peter delivers great lines here...could have gone on much longer!
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What a pleasant surprise to find a new release... I always look forward to hearing one of your new polished apples.  I love the play of words & your quote from Louie. Just another solid performance! Well done Janice, Bud, and Peter! This was wonderful and I found this very easy to listen. The vibe was very appealing and has a good tone on the guitar. The vocals harmonize well with the other instruments. Great collaboration! Think about that... I like the solo of that Scat! Very cool bluezy jazz or jazzy blues. Do not know where is that line of separation. Besides that everything is great on it from guitar to vocals to production, I do have a comment. I think that Janice should do more of these "chance" solos and more of these silly little ditties  This is true music. Thank you! Misha. Thanks for the kind comments it's always a pleasure working with Janice & Bud. Peter
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Team, great, fun lyrics, accompanied by a a pretty outstanding melody.
The bass part has been masterfully tailored to enhance the feel of the sing.
And scat is a great way to deliver too!
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Vocals are Crown Royal smooth. The guitar is the pleasant buzz that follows. Fun and delightful song.
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Hey, hot threesome,
that's really smoking..
Aside from the fact that this is my kind of music anyway, this one is especially nice, great, ouztstanding - simply love it - needless to tell you that it's already on my playlist !
Janice, you're a real scat cat, Bud, it sounds as good as always when you're involved and, Peter, yes: what you played here could as well be played by Slowhand himself.
But the whole thing leaves me with a serious question: Is ther anything Janice couldn't sing?
So good, so good !!!!
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Nice work on this one, guys! A really interest approach to scatting - I don't think I've ever heard it implemented in a non-jazz tune before. Makes for a really unique and engaging listen. Plus, the mix is superb. Sounds concise and professional. Thanks so much for sharing 
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I like EVERYTHING about this! The opening guitar is sweet! The groove of the track is perfect. The short drum breaks are well placed throughout. The mix is impeccable - as always. The vocal...flawless...epic...the stuff of legends. "...silly little ditty..." Yeah... right...  Stellar, y'all. fj
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I like EVERYTHING about this! The opening guitar is sweet! The groove of the track is perfect. The short drum breaks are well placed throughout. The mix is impeccable - as always. The vocal...flawless...epic...the stuff of legends. "...silly little ditty..." Yeah... right...  Stellar, y'all. fj What he said X10. Regards, Bob
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A surprising different take on what I usually hear. Love the bluesy, jazzy combo. For a one take Janice is flawless. The guitar work is outstanding. Very nice you guys!!!
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Wow! What a nice song. Janice's voice is so warm and nice to listen to. It is a very uplifting and enjoyable song.
Thank you very much for sharing it with us! Will Always nice to hear this familiar rock'n'roll formula well produced and with excellent vocals, that scat is refreshing addition.
Janne Hey y'all, thanks for the listen nice comments!!! J&B
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Hi Janice, Bud and Peter. This shuffle blues sounds as it was a very high quality live session. Christian Thanks! That’s exactly the sounds we were trying get. We appreciate you commenting! J&B
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Simply wonderful folks! I don't care what Janice attempts, the results are flawless! She has such a great voice! The guitar work is tops!! Beautiful sound!! Thanks, Torrey
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So fun and loved that SCAT Janice. Smoking blues guitar band too. 2 thumbs up here.  PS. That new avatar is my fav ya'll have put up. Darlins' you look mahvelous!
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I just had to come back for another listen... I like it... You & Janice & Peter make a great combination!
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Well, how much fun was that?!
Loved this from start to finish.
That "WHY DONCHA SCAT, SCAT, THINK ABOUT THAT" line is a nice hook, stays with you after the song is over.
The scat is awesome (overused word I know, but it fits), and Peter as usual is right on the money with his guitar work.
And as usual the mix is perfection.
Nice one you three! Hey Dave, glad you liked the hook...Janice sorta made it up as we laid down the track  And a big thanks for mentioning the mix! J&B
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Hey Ella, I mean Janice awesome!!!
what a joy to listen to this toe tapping shuffle
Peter, I think you get better and better, so nice
Bud, super song
enjoyed!
Kenny Thanks Kenny! Man, have we ever enjoyed your song with Dave! J&B This is lots of fun. Thanks for sharing. Cheers, Mike Thanks Mike, J&B
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Janice, Bud & Peter,
What an awesome song! Some great guitar and production. Love the rhythm of this tune...
Of course, the vocal is outrageously good - Janice has all the scatting swagger of Carmen McRae - just so good!
Loved it all!
Bob Bob, Janice was thrilled to be mentioned in the same sentence with Carmen McRae! We are very appreciative of ALL your comments. Thank you, J&B
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Now that's something you don't hear a lot of these days.
Very nice. Thank you Herb. Janice has been a fan of Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong for many years and always loved it when she would scat and exchange riffs with him. Glad you liked it! J&B J&B and Peter, Janice sounds so relaxed and her timing is impeccable... not such an easy combination but y`all make it sound a snap. Peter delivers great lines here...could have gone on much longer!
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Thanks Robert. That song is completely in Janice's wheelhouse. She walks around scatting guitar solos all the time! J&B
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Another testament to you guys versatility. Top it off with all the feel and fun emoting from your songs; to the stunning vocals of Janice; the magic mix by Bud - This song has all the beauty of one of those "to die for" lemon meringue pies featured on the cover of "Southern Living" magazine.
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Hi, Janice, Bud & Peter !
Absolutely superb is this blues ! I especially loved the scat by Janice ! :))
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Excellent song as usual. Great vocal as usual.
Everything is as usual.. beautiful.
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Team, great, fun lyrics, accompanied by a a pretty outstanding melody.
The bass part has been masterfully tailored to enhance the feel of the sing.
And scat is a great way to deliver too!
Thank you! Glad you liked it and thanks for mentioning the bass track. As a long time acoustic bass player Bud can’t help cutting and splicing the bass RTs! J&B
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Sorry I missed this 1st time around. Nice, I enjoyed the pun as well as the vocalese. Good sounding backing with tidy guitars on top.
Cheers rayc "What's so funny about peace, love & understanding?" - N.Lowe
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Vocals are Crown Royal smooth. The guitar is the pleasant buzz that follows. Fun and delightful song.
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Hey, hot threesome,
that's really smoking..
Aside from the fact that this is my kind of music anyway, this one is especially nice, great, ouztstanding - simply love it - needless to tell you that it's already on my playlist !
Janice, you're a real scat cat, Bud, it sounds as good as always when you're involved and, Peter, yes: what you played here could as well be played by Slowhand himself.
But the whole thing leaves me with a serious question: Is ther anything Janice couldn't sing?
So good, so good !!!!
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Janice and Bud,
Really good to hear your stuff—been a bit too long. Y’all are so clean and crisp with your sound—just a pleasure to listen to. Nice arrangement, nice vocal, nice . . . nice . . . nice, and then some. Sweet stuff!
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YOU USED TO SOAR HIGH WITH THE EAGLES NOW DAYS YOU’RE RUNNING RUNNING WITH THE WEASELS
Love that opener!!
Great pair of solos on the vocal and guitar by two of the respective greats!!
Really great track all the way around guys!!
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I bet it was as fun to create as it was to listen to!
And the delivery of the opening line is just out of the park!!!
and the production is in the pocket.
the scatin' a home run
and the lead guitar sweet as sugar cane
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All three of you are at the top of your games. “One take” Janice embraces her natural ability. Peter shows off his complimentary skill and Bud showcases how far his production chops have come over the years. All three of you have spent countless hours perfecting your crafts and have presented them in this top shelf offering. An excellent listen. Very well done! Tom
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Tons of fun y'all. Just love it!
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Nice work on this one, guys! A really interest approach to scatting - I don't think I've ever heard it implemented in a non-jazz tune before. Makes for a really unique and engaging listen. Plus, the mix is superb. Sounds concise and professional. Thanks so much for sharing  Glad you liked the blues rock scat! It’s fun to experiment and mashup genres. And BiaB makes it even more fun. Thanks for mentioning the mix also. We appreciate your support! J&B
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I like EVERYTHING about this! The opening guitar is sweet! The groove of the track is perfect. The short drum breaks are well placed throughout. The mix is impeccable - as always. The vocal...flawless...epic...the stuff of legends. "...silly little ditty..." Yeah... right...  Stellar, y'all. fj Thank you! Your comments always brighten the day and Janice lit up like a Christmas tree when she read them. You are too kind mr jane - but we will take it!
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I like EVERYTHING about this! The opening guitar is sweet! The groove of the track is perfect. The short drum breaks are well placed throughout. The mix is impeccable - as always. The vocal...flawless...epic...the stuff of legends. "...silly little ditty..." Yeah... right...  Stellar, y'all. fj What he said X10. Regards, Bob Thank you Bob! J&B
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Wow this is brilliant and to me entirely new ,Scat I had never heard of this.
Honestly no matter what you do and the way you do it, always sounds true pro to me.
Peter Guitar was a stunning addition, along with Janice's vocal and you Bud at the helm.
Another to set the bar higher for us all.
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A surprising different take on what I usually hear. Love the bluesy, jazzy combo. For a one take Janice is flawless. The guitar work is outstanding. Very nice you guys!!! Thank you Donna. We are happy that liked it. We love blues and jazz and it was fun to do a bit of a mashup! J&B
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I had to stop by for another listen... I really like it... I think the picture of Janice is lovely but... I miss seeing your quote from Louie.
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Simply wonderful folks! I don't care what Janice attempts, the results are flawless! She has such a great voice! The guitar work is tops!! Beautiful sound!! Thanks, Torrey Torrey, we appreciate every word of that! J&B
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Just back from a short break - thanks for all the nice comments. Much appreciated.
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So fun and loved that SCAT Janice. Smoking blues guitar band too. 2 thumbs up here.  PS. That new avatar is my fav ya'll have put up. Darlins' you look mahvelous! Thanks Josie! And glad you like the selfie I just had to come back for another listen... I like it... You & Janice & Peter make a great combination! Thanks Jim. We are happy that it stuck with you! J&B
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Another testament to you guys versatility. Top it off with all the feel and fun emoting from your songs; to the stunning vocals of Janice; the magic mix by Bud - This song has all the beauty of one of those "to die for" lemon meringue pies featured on the cover of "Southern Living" magazine. That is priceless! Thank you so much! Lovin’ that meringue pie analogy  J&B Hi, Janice, Bud & Peter !
Absolutely superb is this blues ! I especially loved the scat by Janice ! :))
Cheers Dani
Excellent song as usual. Great vocal as usual.
Everything is as usual.. beautiful.
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It's a super blues! Very nice scat! Very very fun! Janis' voice is really for blues. Enjoyed my listen a lot.
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Sorry I missed this 1st time around. Nice, I enjoyed the pun as well as the vocalese. Good sounding backing with tidy guitars on top. Thanks Ray and thanks for mentioning the pun! J&B
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Janice and Bud,
Really good to hear your stuff—been a bit too long. Y’all are so clean and crisp with your sound—just a pleasure to listen to. Nice arrangement, nice vocal, nice . . . nice . . . nice, and then some. Sweet stuff!
Humble regards,
Deej We MUCH appreciate that. Glad to see you back around! J&B
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I dig it! That's a lot of fun! That's what I think about that :-)
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Everything is just right. I always like what I get to listen to from y'all.
It is really easy to over play a guitar part on something like this. Everything is only there to support the vocal. Great job at doing that.
The vocal speaks for it self. Dead on!!
Y'all come back soon.
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YOU USED TO SOAR HIGH WITH THE EAGLES NOW DAYS YOU’RE RUNNING RUNNING WITH THE WEASELS
Love that opener!!
Great pair of solos on the vocal and guitar by two of the respective greats!!
Really great track all the way around guys!!
Take care. Greg Thanks Gregg. You are too kind. We greatly appreciate your comments. Big time! J&B
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Great sound! The vocal and guitar performances are perfect.
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Hi there J&B.
I missed my chance to get in first, but maybe this song deserves one more comment!
FABULOUS.
Well, that says it all really.
Janice, you know by now that I'm just your biggest fan, but you're really flying here. Wonderful expression and improvisation, plus the humour shining through everywhere. Faultless.
And Peter, what a superb piece of guitar playing, soaring above everything. Loved it.
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So, a fabulous song and congratulations to all involved.
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I bet it was as fun to create as it was to listen to!
And the delivery of the opening line is just out of the park!!!
and the production is in the pocket.
the scatin' a home run
and the lead guitar sweet as sugar cane
Thanks for such a nice and supportive review! And yep it was a lot of fun! J&B
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All three of you are at the top of your games. “One take” Janice embraces her natural ability. Peter shows off his complimentary skill and Bud showcases how far his production chops have come over the years. All three of you have spent countless hours perfecting your crafts and have presented them in this top shelf offering. An excellent listen. Very well done! Tom Thanks Tom. We always appreciate your support!!!! J&B Tons of fun y'all. Just love it!
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Wow this is brilliant and to me entirely new ,Scat I had never heard of this.
Honestly no matter what you do and the way you do it, always sounds true pro to me.
Peter Guitar was a stunning addition, along with Janice's vocal and you Bud at the helm.
Another to set the bar higher for us all.
P.S. In a good way of course.
It’s reviews like this that make it all worthwhile. Thank you very much! J&B I had to stop by for another listen... I really like it... I think the picture of Janice is lovely but... I miss seeing your quote from Louie. Thanks for the additional spin! I’ll see if I can split the photos and get the Louie quote back up. J&B
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Janice, Bud, and Peter,
It's a super blues! Very nice scat! Very very fun! Janis' voice is really for blues. Enjoyed my listen a lot.
Best regards.
Shigeki Adachi Thanks Shigeki - glad you liked the scat! J&B Thanks Ed, J&B
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Great arrangement, singing and playing. Fun lyrics, nice emoting in the vocals, it made me laugh. 
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I dig it! That's a lot of fun! That's what I think about that :-) Hahahaha! Thank you, J&B Everything is just right. I always like what I get to listen to from y'all.
It is really easy to over play a guitar part on something like this. Everything is only there to support the vocal. Great job at doing that.
The vocal speaks for it self. Dead on!!
Y'all come back soon.
Billy Thanks! Yep, Peter supported it all so well indeed. J&B
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Great sound! The vocal and guitar performances are perfect.
SD Thanks! J&B Hi there J&B.
I missed my chance to get in first, but maybe this song deserves one more comment!
FABULOUS.
Well, that says it all really.
Janice, you know by now that I'm just your biggest fan, but you're really flying here. Wonderful expression and improvisation, plus the humour shining through everywhere. Faultless.
And Peter, what a superb piece of guitar playing, soaring above everything. Loved it.
Yes, and Bud - your mixing just gets better and better old friend. This could not be improved upon!
So, a fabulous song and congratulations to all involved.
Cheers, ROG. ROG, it’s difficult to express how much your support means to us. We thank you from the bottom of our souls. We are huge fans of your productions and that makes your kind review even more meaningful. And, as always, your remarks put a HUGE smile on Janice!!! J&B
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Thanks. Or write another verse  J&B Great arrangement, singing and playing. Fun lyrics, nice emoting in the vocals, it made me laugh.  Laughing is always good. Thanks! J&B
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Hi Janice, Bud and Peter, I congratulate you all on a seriously magnificent effort. This is incredibly "listenable". (That 'eagles/weasels' rhyme really got my attention. How creative is that!  The writing, the arrangement and the production truly sparkle with polish and professionalism. The sound is great. It's the sort of over-arching sound that I would love to be able to achieve when I produce something. Bud and Peter, while I don't know who did what, your combined work has created a great instrumental backing and solos. Kudos to you! And Janice's singing... at the risk of sounding banal because of hyperbolic overload, the words that came into my head as the song played were: superb; love it!; Janice really knows how to craft super melodies; I'd love to be able to sing a tenth as good; competence and skill everywhere; a real joy to listen to. Then when the scatting arrived, the very first thought that came to mind was "ELLA FITZGERALD". Janice's ability to extemporise is of the highest order. Wonderful stuff indeed!!! It's been so long since I've typed anything much on these forums that my fingers seem to be suffering from muscle fatigue! I apologise for being so very late. All the best to everyone, Noel
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Great tune, but especially loved going from SCAT as a lyric to actually scat singing, what a great device!
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Hi Janice, Bud and Peter, I congratulate you all on a seriously magnificent effort. This is incredibly "listenable". (That 'eagles/weasels' rhyme really got my attention. How creative is that!  The writing, the arrangement and the production truly sparkle with polish and professionalism. The sound is great. It's the sort of over-arching sound that I would love to be able to achieve when I produce something. Bud and Peter, while I don't know who did what, your combined work has created a great instrumental backing and solos. Kudos to you! And Janice's singing... at the risk of sounding banal because of hyperbolic overload, the words that came into my head as the song played were: superb; love it!; Janice really knows how to craft super melodies; I'd love to be able to sing a tenth as good; competence and skill everywhere; a real joy to listen to. Then when the scatting arrived, the very first thought that came to mind was "ELLA FITZGERALD". Janice's ability to extemporise is of the highest order. Wonderful stuff indeed!!! It's been so long since I've typed anything much on these forums that my fingers seem to be suffering from muscle fatigue! I apologise for being so very late. All the best to everyone, Noel Noel, good to hear from you! You are too kind regarding the lyric. So much blues including most of mine is just a platform for the soloists and singers to do their thing on. I wish other genre lyrics would come as easy Regarding the over arching sound...I don't think I would've achieved that w/o Waves LinMB. My experience with that multi-band compressor on the stereo buss has been very positive over the years for many songs. Janice LOVES Ella and for you to mention her gives Janice a HUGE and humble smile! As nearly always it was one take. When she's ready...she's ready  Thank you so much for the listen and your time to offer such supportive comments. We appreciate you. Bud Great tune, but especially loved going from SCAT as a lyric to actually scat singing, what a great device! Thanks! We thought that would work and it's cool to have someone mention it. Bud
Our albums and singles are on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, YouTube Music, Pandora and more. If interested search on Janice Merritt. Thanks! Our Videos are here on our website.
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Most definitely a fun one folks. The Lady can sing.
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Most definitely a fun one folks. The Lady can sing. Hey, good to see you around and thanks for listening and saying that! 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! Our Videos are here on our website.
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Introducing XPro Styles PAK 10 – Now Available for Windows Band-in-a-Box 2025 and Higher!
We've just released XPro Styles PAK 10 for Windows & Mac Band-in-a-Box version 2025 (and higher) with 100 brand new RealStyles, plus 28 RealTracks and RealDrums!
Few things are certain in life: death, taxes, and a brand spankin’ new XPro Styles PAK! In this, the 10th edition of our XPro Styles PAK series, we’ve got 100 styles coming your way! We have the classic 25 styles each from the rock & pop, jazz, and country genres, and rounding out this volume's wildcard slot is 25 styles in the Praise & Worship genre! A wide spanning genre, you can find everything from rock, folk, country, and more underneath its umbrella. The included 28 RealTracks and RealDrums can be used with any Band-in-a-Box® 2026 (and higher) package.
Here’s just a small sampling of what you can look forward to in XPro Styles PAK 10: Soft indie folk worship songs, bumpin’ country boogies, gospel praise breaks, hard rockin’ pop, funky disco grooves, smooth Latin jazz pop, bossa nova fusion, western swing, alternative hip-hop, cool country funk, and much more!
Special offers until December 31st, 2025!
All the XPro Styles PAKs 1 - 10 are on sale for only $29 ea (Reg. $49 ea), or get them all in the XPro Styles PAK Bundle for only $149 (reg. $299)! Order now!
Learn more and listen to demos of XPro Styles PAKs.
Video: XPro Styles PAK 10 Overview & Styles Demos: Watch now!
XPro Styles PAKs require Band-in-a-Box® 2025 or higher and are compatible with ANY package, including the Pro, MegaPAK, UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, and Audiophile Edition.
Introducing Xtra Styles PAK 21 – Now Available for Windows Band-in-a-Box 2025 and Higher!
Xtra Styles PAK 21 for Windows & Mac Band-in-a-Box version 2025 (and higher) is here with 200 brand new RealStyles!
We're excited to bring you our latest Xtra Styles PAK installment—the all new Xtra Styles PAK 21 for Band-in-a-Box version 2025 (and higher)!
Rejoice, one and all, for Xtra Styles PAK 21 for Band-in-a-Box® is here! We’re serving up 200 brand spankin’ new styles to delight your musical taste buds! The first three courses are the classics you’ve come to know and love, including offerings from the rock & pop, jazz, and country genres, but, not to be outdone, this year’s fourth course is bro country! A wide ranging genre, you can find everything from hip-hop, uptempo outlaw country, hard hitting rock, funk, and even electronica, all with that familiar bro country flair. The dinner bell has been rung, pickup up Xtra Styles PAK 21 today!
In this PAK you’ll discover: Energetic folk rock, raucous train beats, fast country boogies, acid jazz grooves, laid-back funky jams, a bevy of breezy jazz waltzes, calm electro funk, indie synth pop, industrial synth metal, and more bro country than could possibly fit in the back of a pickup truck!
Special offers until December 31st, 2025!
All the Xtra Styles PAKs 1 - 21 are on special for only $29 each (reg $49), or get all 21 PAKs for $199 (reg $399)! Order now!
Learn more and listen to demos of the Xtra Styles PAK 21.
Video: Xtra Styles PAK 21 Overview & Styles Demos: Watch now!
Note: The Xtra Styles require the UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, or Audiophile Edition of Band-in-a-Box®. (Xtra Styles PAK 21 requires the 2025 or higher UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, or Audiophile Edition. They will not work with the Pro or MegaPAK version because they need the RealTracks from the UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, or Audiophile Edition.
Introducing XPro Styles PAK 10 – Now Available for Mac Band-in-a-Box 2025 and Higher!
We've just released XPro Styles PAK 10 for Mac & Windows Band-in-a-Box version 2025 (and higher) with 100 brand new RealStyles, plus 28 RealTracks and RealDrums!
Few things are certain in life: death, taxes, and a brand spankin’ new XPro Styles PAK! In this, the 10th edition of our XPro Styles PAK series, we’ve got 100 styles coming your way! We have the classic 25 styles each from the rock & pop, jazz, and country genres, and rounding out this volume's wildcard slot is 25 styles in the Praise & Worship genre! A wide spanning genre, you can find everything from rock, folk, country, and more underneath its umbrella. The included 28 RealTracks and RealDrums can be used with any Band-in-a-Box® 2026 (and higher) package.
Here’s just a small sampling of what you can look forward to in XPro Styles PAK 10: Soft indie folk worship songs, bumpin’ country boogies, gospel praise breaks, hard rockin’ pop, funky disco grooves, smooth Latin jazz pop, bossa nova fusion, western swing, alternative hip-hop, cool country funk, and much more!
Special offers until December 31st, 2025!
All the XPro Styles PAKs 1 - 10 are on sale for only $29 ea (Reg. $49 ea), or get them all in the XPro Styles PAK Bundle for only $149 (reg. $299)! Order now!
Learn more and listen to demos of XPro Styles PAKs.
Video: XPro Styles PAK 10 Overview & Styles Demos: Watch now!
XPro Styles PAKs require Band-in-a-Box® 2025 or higher and are compatible with ANY package, including the Pro, MegaPAK, UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, and Audiophile Edition.
Introducing Xtra Styles PAK 21 – Now Available for Mac Band-in-a-Box 2025 and Higher!
Xtra Styles PAK 21 for Mac & Windows Band-in-a-Box version 2025 (and higher) is here with 200 brand new RealStyles!
We're excited to bring you our latest Xtra Styles PAK installment—the all new Xtra Styles PAK 21 for Band-in-a-Box version 2025 (and higher)!
Rejoice, one and all, for Xtra Styles PAK 21 for Band-in-a-Box® is here! We’re serving up 200 brand spankin’ new styles to delight your musical taste buds! The first three courses are the classics you’ve come to know and love, including offerings from the rock & pop, jazz, and country genres, but, not to be outdone, this year’s fourth course is bro country! A wide ranging genre, you can find everything from hip-hop, uptempo outlaw country, hard hitting rock, funk, and even electronica, all with that familiar bro country flair. The dinner bell has been rung, pickup up Xtra Styles PAK 21 today!
In this PAK you’ll discover: Energetic folk rock, raucous train beats, fast country boogies, acid jazz grooves, laid-back funky jams, a bevy of breezy jazz waltzes, calm electro funk, indie synth pop, industrial synth metal, and more bro country than could possibly fit in the back of a pickup truck!
Special offers until December 31st, 2025!
All the Xtra Styles PAKs 1 - 21 are on special for only $29 each (reg $49), or get all 21 PAKs for $199 (reg $399)! Order now!
Learn more and listen to demos of the Xtra Styles PAK 21.
Video: Xtra Styles PAK 21 Overview & Styles Demos: Watch now!
Note: The Xtra Styles require the UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, or Audiophile Edition of Band-in-a-Box®. (Xtra Styles PAK 21 requires the 2025 or higher UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, or Audiophile Edition. They will not work with the Pro or MegaPAK version because they need the RealTracks from the UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, or Audiophile Edition.
Band-in-a-Box 2026 for Windows is Here!
Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Windows is here and it is packed with major new features! There’s a new modern look, a GUI redesign to all areas of the program including toolbars, windows, workflow and more. There’s a Multi-view layout for organizing multiple windows. A standout addition is the powerful AI-Notes feature, which uses AI neural-net technology to transcribe polyphonic audio into MIDI—entire mixes or individual instruments—making it easy to study, view, and play parts from any song. And that’s just the beginning—there are over 60 new features in this exciting release.
Along with version 2026, we've released an incredible lineup of new content! There's 202 new RealTracks, brand-new RealStyles, MIDI SuperTracks, Instrumental Studies, “Songs with Vocals” Artist Performance Sets, Playable RealTracks Set 5, two new RealDrums Stems sets, XPro Styles PAK 10, Xtra Styles PAK 21, and much more!
Special Offers
Upgrade to Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Windows and save up to 50% on most upgrade packages during our special offer—available until December 31, 2025. Visit our Band-in-a-Box® packages page to explore all available upgrade options.
2026 Free Bonus PAK & 49-PAK Add-ons
Our Free Bonus PAK and 49-PAK are loaded with amazing add-ons! The Free Bonus PAK is included with most Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Windows packages, but you can unlock even more—including 20 unreleased RealTracks—by upgrading to the 2026 49-PAK for just $49. Browse the full contents of each package and listen to demos here.
XPro and Xtra Styles PAKs Special Extended Until August 31st!
XPro & Xtra Styles PAKs Special Extended Until August 31st!
The XPro Styles PAKs and Xtra Styles PAKs special offers are now available until August 31st at 11:59pm PDT!
Ready to take your Band-in-a-Box® 2025 experience to the next level? Now’s the perfect time! Expand your style library with XPro and Xtra Styles PAKs—packed with a wide variety of genres to inspire your next musical creation.
What are XPro Styles and Xtra Styles PAKs?
XPro Styles PAKs are styles that work with any version (Pro, MegaPAK, UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, or Audiophile Edition) of Band-in-a-Box® 2025 (or higher). XPro Styles PAKS 1-9 includes 900 styles!
Xtra Styles PAKs are styles that work with the UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, or Audiophile Edition of Band-in-a-Box® 2025 (or higher). With over 3,500 styles (and 35 MIDI styles) included in Xtra Styles PAKs 1-20, the possibilities are endless!
Get the XPro Styles PAKs 1 - 9 for only $29 ea (Reg. $49 ea), or get them all in the XPro Styles PAK Bundle for only $149 (reg. $299)! Listen to demos and order now! For Windows or for Mac.
Note: XPro Styles PAKs require Band-in-a-Box® 2025 or higher and are compatible with ANY package, including the Pro, MegaPAK, UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, and Audiophile Edition.
Get Xtra Styles PAKs 1 - 20 are on special for only $29 each (reg $49), or get all 19 PAKs for $199 (reg $399)! Listen to demos and order now! For Windows or for Mac.
Note: The Xtra Styles require the UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, or Audiophile Edition of Band-in-a-Box®. (Xtra Styles PAK 19 requires the 2025 or higher UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, or Audiophile Edition. They will not work with the Pro or MegaPAK version because they need the RealTracks from the UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, or Audiophile Edition.
Don’t miss this chance to supercharge your Band-in-a-Box setup—at a great price!
Mac 2025 Special Upgrade Offers Extended Until August 15th!
It's not too late to upgrade to Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac® and save! We've extended our special until August 15, 2025!
We've added many major new features to Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac®, including advanced AI tools like the amazing BB Stem Splitter and AI Lyrics Generator, as well as VST3 plugin support, and Equalize Temp. Plus, there’s a new one-stop MIDI Patches Picker with over 1,100 MIDI patches to choose from, all neatly categorized by GM numbers. The MultiPicker Library is enhanced with tabs for the SongPicker, MIDI Patch Picker, Chord Builder, AI Lyrics Generator, and Song Titles Browser, and the tabs are organized into logical groups. The Audiophile Edition is enhanced with FLAC files , which are 60% smaller than AIFF files while maintaining identical audio quality, and now ships on a fast 1TB SSD, and much more!
Check out all the new features in Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac® here:
Purchase your Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac during our special to save up to 50% off your upgrade purchase and receive a FREE BONUS PAK of amazing new Add-ons. These include the 2025 RealCombos Booster PAK, Look Ma! More MIDI 13: Country & Americana, Instrumental Studies Set 22: 2-Hand Piano Soloing - Rhythm Changes, MIDI SuperTracks Set 44: Jazz Piano, Artist Performance Set 17: Songs with Vocals 7, Playable RealTracks Set 4, RealDrums Stems Set 7: Jazz with Mike Clark, and more!
Upgrade to the 2025 49-PAK for just $49 and add 20 Bonus Unreleased RealTracks and 20 RealStyles, FLAC Files for the 20 Bonus Unreleased RealTracks, Look Ma! More MIDI 14: SynthMaster, MIDI SuperTracks Set 45: More SynthMaster, Artist Performance Set 18: Songs with Vocals 8, and RealDrums Stems Set 8: Pop, Funk & More with Jerry Roe.
Learn more about the Bonus PAKs!
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