|
Log in to post
|
Print Thread |
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: May 2019
Posts: 4,893
Veteran
|
Veteran
Joined: May 2019
Posts: 4,893 |
Words by bloc-head, Music by PGMusic. I like that. What a great band of players. So much interesting interplay in this wonderful mix. With all those pieces, mixing is much for difficult but you nailed it, bloc-head. Sounds so good.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 1,403
Expert
|
|
OP
Expert
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 1,403 |
Nicely done, pro sounding song.
Excellent use of lot's of elements.
Very good indeed.
Peter Thanks Peter. Thant Finger Bass is immediately captivating. There's a real Steely Dan feel right throughout this. You must be a Donald Fagan fan  The production is beautifully complex. Totally professional. Oh yeah, big time Donald Fagan fan... Thanks for listening. Another good recording. Cool song. Your material reminds me of Little Feat. Good one. Thank you... I love Little Feat too.
Bandcamp Win-11; BiaB-2026 Audiophile (latest version)
Cakewalk Sonar; Melodyne-5; Scaler 3; NI Komplete:
Focusrite Scarlett 18i20
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Jul 2015
Posts: 5,626
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Jul 2015
Posts: 5,626 |
bloc-head,
This has Donald Fagan all over it! Are you sure he's not a part of this production? What I'm trying to say is that this is complex Jazzy/Pop/R&B/Soul goodness! Also, it sounds like Larry Carlton has joined the session! IMHO this is one of the best tunes ever posted here!
Carry on and keep the pedal down because you are on a roll!
Thanks, Torrey
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Dec 2011
Posts: 8,218
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Dec 2011
Posts: 8,218 |
Very cool tune. Your mix was excellent. Super vocal and backtrack. Well done..
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 1,403
Expert
|
|
OP
Expert
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 1,403 |
Thanks... This is much more New Orleans, with a dash of Boz Scagg's vocal styling, than Metal [*****].
The horns are very late 70s sounding.
Tidy mix. Appreciate the feedback Ray... Hi Block-Head,
An excellent funky song!
You sang it very good.
But you made me curious: "The Music and Melody were written by someone from PG Music... "
Do these guys from PG music also make songs?
And can we all ask their assistance?
For free of course, I'm Dutch.
So, loved the song very much!
Hans Yes, this piece started out as a PG Midi Style Demo. I just added lyrics and other Instrumentation... Glad you liked it. Thanks for listening.
Bandcamp Win-11; BiaB-2026 Audiophile (latest version)
Cakewalk Sonar; Melodyne-5; Scaler 3; NI Komplete:
Focusrite Scarlett 18i20
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 1,403
Expert
|
|
OP
Expert
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 1,403 |
You are moving into Frank Zappa's neighborhood. Thanks Mark, I really admire Zappa... Huge fan.
Bandcamp Win-11; BiaB-2026 Audiophile (latest version)
Cakewalk Sonar; Melodyne-5; Scaler 3; NI Komplete:
Focusrite Scarlett 18i20
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: May 2020
Posts: 1,572
Expert
|
|
Expert
Joined: May 2020
Posts: 1,572 |
Hi bloc-head,
Well-paced and catchy composition. I love the well-mixed brass which reinforces everything. It's very pleasant to listen to and puts me in a good mood.
Kindly regard
Derochette
alias JaniJackFlash
Kindly regards
Derochette
alias JaniJackFlash
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Nov 2017
Posts: 480
Journeyman
|
|
Journeyman
Joined: Nov 2017
Posts: 480 |
Man if that is you playing lead guitar, my hats off. Fantastic song all around!!
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Apr 2019
Posts: 708
Journeyman
|
|
Journeyman
Joined: Apr 2019
Posts: 708 |
Man, that's good. Hearing some of the influences mentioned in other comments which are all combined to superb effect.
Regards,
Leon
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 1,403
Expert
|
|
OP
Expert
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 1,403 |
bloc-head,
Awesome Music.
Great BAND. Excellent mix - a lot of Punch to it.
Excellent vocals.
And a solid write. Top-lining is a talent - not everyone can do that - super job here.
GREAT sound all around. (I got the Boz vibe that ray mentioned...)
Loved it.
fj Floyd, I'm happy you liked this... Thanks again for the encouraging words.
Bandcamp Win-11; BiaB-2026 Audiophile (latest version)
Cakewalk Sonar; Melodyne-5; Scaler 3; NI Komplete:
Focusrite Scarlett 18i20
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 1,403
Expert
|
|
OP
Expert
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 1,403 |
Words by bloc-head, Music by PGMusic. I like that. What a great band of players. So much interesting interplay in this wonderful mix. With all those pieces, mixing is much for difficult but you nailed it, bloc-head. Sounds so good. Thanks Marty... It was a fun, project. The decision to do it at all was a "spur of the moment" thing... BiaB is amazing...
Bandcamp Win-11; BiaB-2026 Audiophile (latest version)
Cakewalk Sonar; Melodyne-5; Scaler 3; NI Komplete:
Focusrite Scarlett 18i20
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 1,403
Expert
|
|
OP
Expert
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 1,403 |
bloc-head,
This has Donald Fagan all over it! Are you sure he's not a part of this production? What I'm trying to say is that this is complex Jazzy/Pop/R&B/Soul goodness! Also, it sounds like Larry Carlton has joined the session! IMHO this is one of the best tunes ever posted here!
Carry on and keep the pedal down because you are on a roll!
Thanks, Torrey Wow, Thanks for that Torrey... I'm very flattered by your friendly, encouraging feedback.
Bandcamp Win-11; BiaB-2026 Audiophile (latest version)
Cakewalk Sonar; Melodyne-5; Scaler 3; NI Komplete:
Focusrite Scarlett 18i20
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 1,403
Expert
|
|
OP
Expert
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 1,403 |
Very cool tune. Your mix was excellent. Super vocal and backtrack. Well done.. Thanks Scott. Your feedback is much appreciated...
Bandcamp Win-11; BiaB-2026 Audiophile (latest version)
Cakewalk Sonar; Melodyne-5; Scaler 3; NI Komplete:
Focusrite Scarlett 18i20
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Dec 2011
Posts: 15,964
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Dec 2011
Posts: 15,964 |
Little Feat walks by, sees a light on, goes inside and voila there's Steely Dan playing and saying come on and sit in.
Well performed and mixed indeed!
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
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 1,403
Expert
|
|
OP
Expert
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 1,403 |
Hi bloc-head,
Well-paced and catchy composition. I love the well-mixed brass which reinforces everything. It's very pleasant to listen to and puts me in a good mood.
Kindly regard
Derochette
alias JaniJackFlash Thank you for the kindly remarks
Bandcamp Win-11; BiaB-2026 Audiophile (latest version)
Cakewalk Sonar; Melodyne-5; Scaler 3; NI Komplete:
Focusrite Scarlett 18i20
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 1,403
Expert
|
|
OP
Expert
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 1,403 |
Man if that is you playing lead guitar, my hats off. Fantastic song all around!! The guitar solos were arranged using RT by Jon Herrington... I'm a good player, but not that good. Thanks for listening Ronnie. Man, that's good. Hearing some of the influences mentioned in other comments which are all combined to superb effect.
Regards,
Leon Thanks Leon... Much appreciated.
Bandcamp Win-11; BiaB-2026 Audiophile (latest version)
Cakewalk Sonar; Melodyne-5; Scaler 3; NI Komplete:
Focusrite Scarlett 18i20
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 1,403
Expert
|
|
OP
Expert
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 1,403 |
Little Feat walks by, sees a light on, goes inside and voila there's Steely Dan playing and saying come on and sit in.
Well performed and mixed indeed!
J&B That would be something... Thanks J&B
Bandcamp Win-11; BiaB-2026 Audiophile (latest version)
Cakewalk Sonar; Melodyne-5; Scaler 3; NI Komplete:
Focusrite Scarlett 18i20
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 734
Journeyman
|
|
Journeyman
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 734 |
Thanks... This is much more New Orleans, with a dash of Boz Scagg's vocal styling, than Metal [*****].
The horns are very late 70s sounding.
Tidy mix. Appreciate the feedback Ray... Hi Block-Head,
An excellent funky song!
You sang it very good.
But you made me curious: "The Music and Melody were written by someone from PG Music... "
Do these guys from PG music also make songs?
And can we all ask their assistance?
For free of course, I'm Dutch.
So, loved the song very much!
Hans Yes, this piece started out as a PG Midi Style Demo. I just added lyrics and other Instrumentation... Glad you liked it. Thanks for listening. Just a note, but I think the demo melodies are copyrighted by PG Music, if you used their melody it could be sticky.
My wife asked if I had seen the dog bowl. I told her I didn't even know he could.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 1,403
Expert
|
|
OP
Expert
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 1,403 |
Just a note, but I think the demo melodies are copyrighted by PG Music, if you used their melody it could be sticky.
Yes... I decided to take the song down... before things got... as you say "sticky" Thanks for your concern.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Jun 2021
Posts: 1,689
Expert
|
|
Expert
Joined: Jun 2021
Posts: 1,689 |
Just a note, but I think the demo melodies are copyrighted by PG Music, if you used their melody it could be sticky.
Yes... I decided to take the song down... before things got... as you say "sticky" Thanks for your concern. Well, this is a fine pickle you've gotten yourself into! The thread is too good to nuke but the subject matter must not be directly referenced. Pity the future reader, right? I think you need to rewrite the song to bring it into compliance and post the new version toot sweet. OR just repost the original link with a promise not to do it again and assume good will all around. That's what I would do. They can't say it's OK because they can't say things like that, but I'm sure it is.
Last edited by Mark Hayes; 03/16/22 12:49 PM.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Ask sales and support questions about Band-in-a-Box using natural language.
ChatPG's knowledge base includes the full Band-in-a-Box User Manual and sales information from the website.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box 2026 for Windows Special Offers End Tomorrow (January 15th, 2026) at 11:59 PM PST!
Time really is running out! Save up to 50% on Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Windows® upgrades and receive a FREE Bonus PAK—only when you order by 11:59 PM PST on Thursday, January 15, 2026!
We've added many major new features and new content in a redesigned Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Windows®!
Version 2026 introduces a modernized GUI redesign across the program, with updated toolbars, refreshed windows, smoother workflows, and a new Dark Mode option. There’s also a new side toolbar for quicker access to commonly used windows, and the new Multi-View feature lets you arrange multiple windows as layered panels without overlap, making it easier to customize your workspace.
Another exciting new addition is the new AI-Notes feature, which can transcribe polyphonic audio into MIDI. You can view the results in notation or play them back as MIDI, and choose whether to process an entire track or focus on specific parts like drums, bass, guitars/piano, or vocals. There's over 100 new features in Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Windows®.
There's an amazing collection of new content too, including 202 RealTracks, new RealStyles, MIDI SuperTracks, Instrumental Studies, “Songs with Vocals” Artist Performance Sets, Playable RealTracks Set 5, two RealDrums Stems sets, XPro Styles PAK 10, Xtra Styles PAK 21, and much more!
Upgrade your Band-in-a-Box for Windows to save up to 50% on most Band-in-a-Box® 2026 upgrade packages!
Plus, when you order your Band-in-a-Box® 2026 upgrade during our special, you'll receive a Free Bonus PAK of exciting new add-ons.
If you need any help deciding which package is the best option for you, just let us know. We are here to help!
Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Windows® Special Offers Extended Until January 15, 2026!
Good news! You still have time to upgrade to the latest version of Band-in-a-Box® for Windows® and save. Our Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Windows® special now runs through January 15, 2025!
We've packed Band-in-a-Box® 2026 with major new features, enhancements, and an incredible lineup of new content! The program now sports a sleek, modern GUI redesign across the entire interface, including updated toolbars, refreshed windows, smoother workflows, a new dark mode option, and more. The brand-new side toolbar provides quicker access to key windows, while the new Multi-View feature lets you arrange multiple windows as layered panels without overlap, creating a flexible, clutter-free workspace. We have an amazing new “AI-Notes” feature. This transcribes polyphonic audio into MIDI so you can view it in notation or play it back as MIDI. You can process an entire track (all pitched instruments and drums) or focus on individual parts like drums, bass, guitars/piano, or vocals. There's an amazing collection of new content too, including 202 RealTracks, new RealStyles, MIDI SuperTracks, Instrumental Studies, “Songs with Vocals” Artist Performance Sets, Playable RealTracks Set 5, two RealDrums Stems sets, XPro Styles PAK 10, Xtra Styles PAK 21, and much more!
There are over 100 new features in Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Windows®.
When you order purchase Band-in-a-Box® 2026 before 11:59 PM PST on January 15th, you'll also receive a Free Bonus PAK packed with exciting new add-ons.
Upgrade to Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Windows® today! Check out the Band-in-a-Box® packages page for all the purchase options available.
Happy New Year!
Thank you for being part of the Band-in-a-Box® community.
Wishing you and yours a very happy 2026—Happy New Year from all of us at PG Music!
Season's Greetings!
Wishing everyone a happy, healthy holiday season—thanks for being part of our community!
The office will be closed for Christmas Day, but we will be back on Boxing Day (Dec 26th) at 6:00am PST.
Team PG
Band-in-a-Box 2026 Video: The Newly Designed Piano Roll Window
In this video, we explore the updated Piano Roll, complete with a modernized look and exciting new features. You’ll see new filtering options that make it easy to focus on specific note groups, smoother and more intuitive note entry and editing, and enhanced options for zooming, looping, and more.
Watch the video.
You can see all the 2026 videos on our forum!
Band-in-a-Box 2026 Video: AI Stems & Notes - split polyphonic audio into instruments and transcribe
This video demonstrates how to use the new AI-Notes feature together with the AI-Stems splitter, allowing you to select an audio file and have it separated into individual stems while transcribing each one to its own MIDI track. AI-Notes converts polyphonic audio—either full mixes or individual instruments—into MIDI that you can view in notation or play back instantly.
Watch the video.
You can see all the 2026 videos on our forum!
Bonus PAK and 49-PAK for Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Windows®
With your version 2026 for Windows Pro, MegaPAK, UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, Audiophile Edition or PlusPAK purchase, we'll include a Bonus PAK full of great new Add-ons for FREE! Or upgrade to the 2026 49-PAK for only $49 to receive even more NEW Add-ons including 20 additional RealTracks!
These PAKs are loaded with additional add-ons to supercharge your Band-in-a-Box®!
This Free Bonus PAK includes:
- The 2026 RealCombos Booster PAK:
-For Pro customers, this includes 27 new RealTracks and 23 new RealStyles.
-For MegaPAK customers, this includes 25 new RealTracks and 23 new RealStyles.
-For UltraPAK customers, this includes 12 new RealStyles.
- MIDI Styles Set 92: Look Ma! More MIDI 15: Latin Jazz
- MIDI SuperTracks Set 46: Piano & Organ
- Instrumental Studies Set 24: Groovin' Blues Soloing
- Artist Performance Set 19: Songs with Vocals 9
- Playable RealTracks Set 5
- RealDrums Stems Set 9: Cool Brushes
- SynthMaster Sounds Set 1 (with audio demos)
- Android Band-in-a-Box® App (included)
Looking for more great add-ons, then upgrade to the 2026 49-PAK for just $49 and you'll get:
- 20 Bonus Unreleased RealTracks and RealDrums with 20 RealStyle.
- FLAC Files (lossless audio files) for the 20 Bonus Unreleased RealTracks and RealDrums
- MIDI Styles Set 93: Look Ma! More MIDI 16: SynthMaster
- MIDI SuperTracks Set 47: More SynthMaster
- Instrumental Studies 25 - Soul Jazz Guitar Soloing
- Artist Performance Set 20: Songs with Vocals 10
- RealDrums Stems Set 10: Groovin' Sticks
- SynthMaster Sounds & Styles Set 2 (sounds & styles with audio demos)
Learn more about the Bonus PAKs for Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Windows®!
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Forums57
Topics85,749
Posts795,727
Members39,948
| |
Most Online25,754
Jan 24th, 2025
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Dansk
Deutsch - Windows
Español
Français - Windows
Italiano - Windows
Nederlands
Polski
Português
Svenskt
русский
Japanese
Simplified Chinese
Traditional Chinese
Korean