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This was very different from your other song in a good way. Vocals were awesome and loved the guitar. Really engaging piece of music. Well done Thanks, Scott... This is very good song, and very good performance. Nice vocals, great lyrics and a pleasant blend in the duet portion. This song has some legs, I'm telling you.
If you wanted to put a bit more swing in there and some more aggressive arranging and instrumentation, it could also work really well in that style too. I think its great as it stands, no need to change it, but a really good song can have several excellent variations and still cut it.
Thanks for listening and commenting, Ed...
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Top quality lyrics. When you two sing together in the second chorus, it is pure magic. hi Floyd and Janice wow very different and very creative I think the two of you can sing just about any genre very well done eric
This is great y'all. A really wonderful effort.
A rich, warm, gorgeous sound! Happy Holidays!
Thanks guys! I’m so glad you liked my part and happy holidays. Janice
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Wow!
That was amazing.
Haven't listened to either artist (nor many others) for a while so what a delight.
Enjoyed the swing the style the lightness and the novelty of the piece.
Best Wishes.
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Catchy tune - distinctive and memorable. [UNHELPFUL COMMENT REMOVED, SORRY FOLKS] I'm with rayc on the bass - it initially sounds too loud with the guitar, but once the vocal kicks in, it magically slots into place. Anyway, once the drummer woke up and finally joined in, I warmed up to it. Really nice write. I consider happy songs the hardest writes, and this one is super-upbeat feel-good. I've got mixed feelings on the instrumentation - I like the idea of the pared-down mix, but it feels too stripped down to me. Again, "feelings", not a suggestion that you should change anything. And then - as Dave said - it was over too soon. Always a sign of a good song. I enjoyed the song a lot!  David - thanks, as always, for your thoughtful comments (we have addressed some parts elsewhere, of course...). Dear Janice, dear Floyd,
oh boy - this is really something. We all know that your two voices go together so very well, but with this one you kicked the ball over the fence - amazing, marvellous, terrific!.
The whole song is sooooooo incredibly soulful - from the composition to the nice lyrics - you can hear and feel that it's custommade for you two.
Loved the intro very much and the chorus is a blast.
If I may humbly make a suggestion: I think another drum track could make the song even 'rounder' - there's too much boom-boom by the kick and the snare for my personal taste, and I can almost hear no cymbals. A more balanced drum track with a smooth ride could support the flow, especially of the chorus, I think.
But whatever: The song is outstanding, most, beautiful and a treat to listen to!!!
Take care,
Stefan
Stefan - thanks for the fine review (as I mentioned in a previous response, the drum track is intentional)... Hi Floyd, Janice and Bud. Catchy tune! Nicely produced duet. Your voices blend well together. Bravo! Thanks, Marc!! Another strong heartfelt write... With lyrics which led straight to the hook... Its nice you decided to rewrite it as a duet... As it permitted both your & Janice's vocals to shine individually on the verses... And then simmer together on choruses... You made some outstanding choices on this one... Now you need to get on your bicycle... Ride it up to Georgia... And give Janice a great big hug of thanks ! Appreciate that, Jim... Just got back from GA... it's a long bike ride... floyd / Janice
You sound wonderful together every time!
Lovely production and a stellar ending.
What else can I add, - after 2 plays a real catchy melody, a nice sentiment and great vocals/
Thoroughly enjoyed it.
Peter Thanks, Peter!!
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This is fantastic! Like you, Floyd, I have been listening to some of the new stuff. And you are spot on!
What a great combination you have with you and Janice, and of course, Bud always does such a good job of capturing Janice's voice.
I really like everything about this song and arrangement. Well done!
Steve
Thank you Steve! You are very kind and we love your and Rachel’s song! Janice This is simply one of the best. Not just one of your best, or Janice's best, but one of the best on the forum.
It's the complete package: lyrics, vocals, melody, production and harmonies. Janice's vocal and harmonies are very special.
Cheers,
Mike
Mike, I love any chance to sing with floyd. My mama always said we sounded like siblings Thank you so much! Janice
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Wow, what a vocal performance from both of you. And Janice's low voice gives me shivers... I like how the vocals are mixed so clear that you can almost hear tingling of every little romantic piece in your hearts. Verse melody and chording is surprisingly mysterious and the chorus is super catchy as any other true pop hit. Great band supports it all, the acoustic piano and the main picking guitar are real sounding highlights. Songs on this forum seem to be all I need to fill my musical appetite.
Janne We appreciate that, Janne. Thanks for the nice review... [quote:] Almost ALL of the new stuff I'm listening to these days has VERY little more than a kick and a snare or clap. Practically NO hats. And I prefer that type drum track.
I'd like to see some realdrum choices like that as I prefer new style drums too. So I'd be interested in how you did the drums and where you got the loops. I get lost in lists of drum loops...another reason I'd love to have more new real drums to make life easier to put together more modern drum sounds. Sorry if this part should've been a pm. Just wanted to add a huge +1 to your drum preference. So glad you brought it up.  I have no real nits. I really like the song and how the arrangement fits the lyrics which are written really well and the way it builds. You and Janice are right in your wheelhouse vocally and especially satisfying when the two voices come together on the chorus. It's familiar and fresh. Go team! There are some RealDrums that are mainly kick and snare (very light hats that can be further "lessened" by pulling the high EQ down some). These drums came from a Drums On Demand package called Country Crossover II (the multitrack version). I've had it for a couple of years and I've only used it a couple of times - and then only a couple of pieces (individual loops) to build the entire track. So, considering that, I'm not sure it is worth the price (this one anyway). Most often when I want a kick and snare, I just grab a couple of samples (a kick and a snare, of course) and build the whole thing.
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Sweet!! Fun!! Sentimental!! Warm and fuzzy in the best way!! Janice brings something great to everything she sings, and Floyd brings something great to everything he writes!! AND together? Magic!!!! This is so catchy, pleasant, and easy to listen to! I don't listen to much new music at all but it sounded great to me! Nice job y'all!!! Take care. Greg Thank you Greg! Janice FJ and usual suspects...
That was unusual!
Very engaging and dynamic performance. Listens super easy. Janice A+! I believe FJ owes you and Bud a home baked pie or at least a pile of pancakes. Nothing to say except for compliments! Enjoyed it a lot.
Ohh yea one more thing. It sounds fresh. FJ, I like that after so many tunes you keep re-inventing. Gives me inspiration.
Thank you for sharing!
Misha.
Thanks Misha! Janice
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Top quality lyrics. When you two sing together in the second chorus, it is pure magic. Thanks, Scott... hi Floyd and Janice wow very different and very creative I think the two of you can sing just about any genre very well done eric We appreciate that, eric...
This is great y'all. A really wonderful effort.
A rich, warm, gorgeous sound! Happy Holidays!
Mr. Snyder!... comeonback!!!
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Hi, Floyd and Janice !
I´m lost for words for this
wonderful tune and duet !
Absolutely superb in every
aspect !:))
Cheers
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Hi, Floyd and Janice !
I´m lost for words for this
wonderful tune and duet !
Absolutely superb in every
aspect !:))
Cheers
dani Thank you Dani! Janice
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This is fantastic! Like you, Floyd, I have been listening to some of the new stuff. And you are spot on!
What a great combination you have with you and Janice, and of course, Bud always does such a good job of capturing Janice's voice.
I really like everything about this song and arrangement. Well done!
Steve
Thanks, Steve. Coming from you, that means a lot... and I'm not surprised that you "keep up" with what is going on... And, yes, I'm lucky to be able to call Janice and Bud good friends... This is simply one of the best. Not just one of your best, or Janice's best, but one of the best on the forum.
It's the complete package: lyrics, vocals, melody, production and harmonies. Janice's vocal and harmonies are very special.
Cheers,
Mike
Mike - what a truly nice thing for you to say... I really appreciate that... Thanks for stopping by, ed... well done!
I really like this....keep up the great work and keep posting! Thanks, jim....
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Sweet!! Fun!! Sentimental!! Warm and fuzzy in the best way!! Janice brings something great to everything she sings, and Floyd brings something great to everything he writes!! AND together? Magic!!!! This is so catchy, pleasant, and easy to listen to! I don't listen to much new music at all but it sounded great to me! Nice job y'all!!! Take care. Greg Greg - thanks for the great review!... Good song guys, lyric and structure really works. I think the track could be better though. I chunkier more vibrant backing would give it a lot more feel and would lift better in the choruses, which are great by the way. I was expecting the first two choruses to be sung by the verse lead on each and then duet on the final choruses to fade, but that's just me I guess. And a tiny thing but, to me, can make all the difference to a line, is in the line: "your mystery, your magic" I just feel it would sing better if you used all three syllables of the word Mystery instead of singing it as Mistry. Draws the line out better. These are all merely my humble opinions, and are not criticisms but options. The song is really good. Keep 'em coming. Martin - sorry you did not care for the track. But it is just as I wanted it to sound - have to say, I don't "get" your "chunkier more vibrant" reference. As for making "mystery" 3 syllables... I disagree from a songwriting perspective. The cadence of the line is set up by "your myst'ry" (3 beats)..."your magic" (3 beats) with a release "mesmerizes me" (5 beats)... all of which is knit together with the alliteration (of this line and the preceding one). Thanks for your thoughts.
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Thanks Floyd... For taking time to listen to “There Won't Be No Christmas This Year” ... You will find my response to your comments there... Also I’d like to mention... You really add to the success of this User Showcase forum! Thanks again. Thanks, Jim... FJ and usual suspects...
That was unusual!
Very engaging and dynamic performance. Listens super easy. Janice A+! I believe FJ owes you and Bud a home baked pie or at least a pile of pancakes. Nothing to say except for compliments! Enjoyed it a lot.
Ohh yea one more thing. It sounds fresh. FJ, I like that after so many tunes you keep re-inventing. Gives me inspiration.
Thank you for sharing!
Misha.
Thanks, Misha... Wow!
That was amazing.
Haven't listened to either artist (nor many others) for a while so what a delight.
Enjoyed the swing the style the lightness and the novelty of the piece.
Best Wishes. Appreciate it, Richard... Hi, Floyd and Janice !
I´m lost for words for this
wonderful tune and duet !
Absolutely superb in every
aspect !:))
Cheers
dani Thanks, Dani...
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