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I just absolutely love it when I hear a song with a "real singer" and no doubt Janice fits that bill to a T. She makes every song a GREAT song no matter what because of her vocal talent. GIRL CAN SANG !! No disrespect Peter :-)
I'm in the camp that if a song has vocals and the singer is struggling it's just not a very good song and I click off because I can't tolerate the flat notes. No disrespect to anyone reading this. I won't even bother with any production comments because like myself you guys are your own producers so why should I get involved in that. You know what you want and you always achieve outstanding results. Another great song and performance in this thread. All the best to you two and any of the other musicians you involve in your projects. -- Henry

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Thanks for the comments on my part in the song.

I particularly liked how this song evolved, from a basic arrangement lifted by those fabulous backing vocals and the addition of Marty's bass track which complimented the vocals and my guitar wonderfully.

It's always a pleasure and a privilege working on these tracks.

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Originally Posted By: TuneMonger
Excellent job on all fronts, but those vocals, lead and BG, stole the show. What a pleasure to listen to someone who sounds like Maria Muldaur and Bonnie Raitt combined. Fantastic work by the whole team, of course.


Wow! Mentioning Janice in the same sentence as two of her favorite is humbling. Thanks for all!

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J&B (and Peter and Marty):

Really great tune—brilliant production work as usual; terrific vocals. Love the harmonies on “Our worst fears” and throughout the chorus; nice and soft, well mixed. Piano is pretty killer, too! Sweet tune!

My best to you all,

Deej

BTW J&B, thanks for your kind comments on my track “Help Me Kind of Love”. I’d thank you there, but am hesitant to bump up the thread at this point.

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Originally Posted By: Leon1
Excellent lyrics and composition, professional sounding mix, great playing and Janice's usual superb singing. Those backing vocals are sensational. Congratulations people on another outstanding production. Love the photo, too. Plenty of will on display there!
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Thanks Leon for everything and having you compliment our lyric is quite a treat as we so admire yours.

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That is a fully integrated creative effort, a wealth of production values, and a feast for the ears and eyes.

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Originally Posted By: dcuny
Bouncy and upbeat! smile

As usual, excellent singing and playing in a clear production. I enjoyed the positive lyrics.

The high point for me was the harmonies. (I'm pretty sure that's grammatically correct).


Thanks for all and Janice much liked your mention of her harmonies.

And we agree with your grammar! smile

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Yeah!

As you know I love Janice's vocals, but what really blows me away is the harmonies! Fabulous!

Peter is doing his usual stellar job on the guitar, and Marty is probably the best bass player I've ever worked with.

Good write, Bud, and your usual fine job with the mix.

Enjoyed!

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Originally Posted By: Crossroads
Hi Janice, Bud, Marty and Peter,

I don't think this one could have been done any better !!!!!!! Simply gorgeous.

A great song, a great message, and Janice - what can I say that I haven't said before: Your vocal is devine. And if there's anything above that (I'm running out of suuperlatives...) this would be the appropriate description for that incredible BGV.

Marty, that was an ace bass job - so good I had an extra turn with my attention set to your playing.

And, Peter, another very nice job on the guitar.

Bud,your productions are always
so crisp, clear and well-balanced that it will be hard for you to ever trump ... sorry, surpass them. This time it's simply top-notch again.

Loved and enjoyed the listen.

Take care, everybody,

Stefan


Thanks Stefan we all appreciate your comprehensive comments.

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Janice, Bud, Peter, Marty...

GREAT piano sound! Love the opening!!

Killer bass.

The STAR doing her usual stellar vocals. BGVs are outta-this-world. Vocal arrangement is killer...

A good write. "...The journey doesn’t always have to be uphill" ... nice.

Mix is off-the-charts good.

Excellent in all regards.

(Now, you've got me wonderin'..."Where's the video???")

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Hi all,

What an inspiring song!
Great music and of course Janice's vocals are wonderful again.
We love the backing vocals.
Enjoyed it very much.

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Originally Posted By: Crossroads
Hi Janice, Bud, Marty and Peter,

I don't think this one could have been done any better !!!!!!! Simply gorgeous.

A great song, a great message, and Janice - what can I say that I haven't said before: Your vocal is devine. And if there's anything above that (I'm running out of suuperlatives...) this would be the appropriate description for that incredible BGV.

Marty, that was an ace bass job - so good I had an extra turn with my attention set to your playing.

And, Peter, another very nice job on the guitar.

Bud,your productions are always
so crisp, clear and well-balanced that it will be hard for you to ever trump ... sorry, surpass them. This time it's simply top-notch again.

Loved and enjoyed the listen.

Take care, everybody,

Stefan


Stefan, we ALWAYS appreciate the depth and thoughtfulness of your comments. We do not take them for granted as they are inspiring and build confidence in what we are attempting. So thanks for all and for the big smile on Janice’s face when she read your remark on her BGVs!

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Originally Posted By: PROJECT M
Hello Janice, Peter, Marty & Bud
A great song you have recorded there
The guys at the instruments deliver once again class
As always with Janice a really great singing
But what I like most is the outstanding chorus work.
Excellent Song
Many greetings
Andi ;-)


Thanks for listening and the nice comments!

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Hat's off to everyone!
Mountain Bike........OH MY!

Great arrangement, band sounds perfect and love the extra Janices .

Well done

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Originally Posted By: NigelSpiers
Hi Guys,

Good song and catchy beat.

Thanks for the listen.

Best Regards
Nigel


Thank you.

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4T strikes again. talent times a zillion.
loved the bounce of this.
truly wonderfull effort and vocs.

while i was listening to your song i was thinking...
'why hasnt a major label signed you ages ago' ?
then i answered my own question 'cos the major labels arent smart enough'...lol

merry xmas to you all.
om

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Originally Posted By: Scott C
Love this tune. Everything is just perfect on this tune. Vocal, harmonies, guitar and basslines. Excellent mix and master as well. One of my favorites. Well done


Thank you Scott. It was a fun all around project.

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Hey this sounds great y'all. Nice pic!

Happy holiday season!


Thanks David! Same to you.

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Originally Posted By: jptjptjpt
This is a well written, well produced song. Great vocals and playing by all. The other instruments sound great. Nice mix. Cool song with inspiring message. Bravo!


Glad you enjoyed it!

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Everyone here is at the top of their game. The vocal and harmonies as well as the arrangement are super. The mix is stellar as is the piano sound. Marty sure knows what he is doing down there on the low end and Peter always finds the perfect complimentary guitar parts. The write is uplifting and the photo
a great visual representation of the theme. Well done all, Tom

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Originally Posted By: HearToLearn
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Janice Merritt
Peter Fulham
Marty Straub (BabuMusic)
Bud Merritt


These four people make GREAT music in my opinion! Seriously, this song is SO good. If I could tell you 1 thing I thought was average, I would. It would be so much easier then stating all the things that are so right with this song.

So...the short version. I love it. Every performance made it seem SO real to me. The blending of BIAB and everything that is real seems indistinguishable.

I feel I would only keep repeating myself if I were to start naming individual things...the vox, the backing vox, the guitar, the bass, the mix...I just can't stop once I start.

The piano intro a short section that sounded almost Little River Band-ish to me. Great comping where you did. I'm not sure where, because it's done so well.

Thanks for the share of all of this talent on full display!


Reading this turned a chilly rainy day into sunshine!

We all greatly appreciate your kind remarks and it's cool that you like the piano ... gonna make us revisit Little River Band. The BiaB MST's are golden.

Thanks for such kind words!

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