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Hey everyone...here's a song I wrote for my daughter Amber...I posted it back in 2018 but I redid the band and like it much better...the song changes keys with each new verse and Amber adds a harmony part with each key change...I hope it blesses you...so...if you do...thanks for listening...Dan


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Amber's vocal was perfect Dan. Loved how her vocal broke in a few places. Gave so much feeling to the song. Beautiful backtrack and lyric. Well done


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Hi Dan,

It seems the apple doesn't fall far from the tree!

She has a lovely voice, great tone, power, and vibrato. And passion!

Really enjoyed this, thanks for sharing.

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I wasn't here in 2018, so I'm sure glad you reposted this now. Great song. I thought it had kind of a "There's a lighthouse" feel to it. Some of those cord changes reminded me of that song - one of my favorites. Amber did an excellent job with the vocals. I've liked her singing before, but this one really stood how. Strong, clear and so country. Don't know who's idea it was to add those harmonies, but that was a great idea - and very well done.

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Really lovely vocal and harmony and a very pretty song.
Nice backing tracks and mix.

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Beautiful in every regard. The key changes really work well.

And, wow, Amber has a great voice smile

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wow...very nice. kudos.

loved the arrangement. and ending.

exceptional effort.

merry xmas.

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My sincere thanks to everyone who has listened and commented on The River of Life...I truly appreciate and value your thoughts...Dan


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Dan,

A strong write. Nice melody.
The key changes work well.
Good arrangement/production. Well mixed.

Amber has a terrific voice.
Good harmonies, too.

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Hi Amber and Dan
This is a very nice song
Amber sings it with so much passion
And you give her a fantastic background for it
A great song you have recorded
Many greetings
Andi ;-)

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Absolutely beautiful. Amber's wonderful voice and the key changes made for a very relaxing musical experience. Great work!

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Nice voice with all the right catches and quirks that suggest sincerity & intimacy.
There's a fair bit of sibilance are a result of the reverb and recording though.
Nice mix for an understated backing.


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Uplifting song with excellent vocals and harmonies. Lovely arrangement, very beautiful melody and chords.

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Thanks again everyone for your comments...truly appreciated...Dan


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Dan, nicely arranged with the key changes and well mixed. Please tell Amber how much I enjoyed her vocal. Great job, Tom

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Beautiful.

We love the harmonies that accompanied the modulations. As mentioned by others, Amber’s sincere delivery is lovely.

The band you have assembled is the perfect match too!
The piano, strings and BiaB tracks are very nicely mixed.

Enjoyed it,

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Dan, nicely arranged with the key changes and well mixed. Please tell Amber how much I enjoyed her vocal. Great job, Tom

Thanks Tom...I'll tell Amber how much the song was appreciated...Dan

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Beautiful.

We love the harmonies that accompanied the modulations. As mentioned by others, Amber’s sincere delivery is lovely.
The band you have assembled is the perfect match too!
The piano, strings and BiaB tracks are very nicely mixed.
Enjoyed it,
J&B

Janice & Bud...thanks guys for your kind words and thoughts...glad you like the song...Dan


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Skilfully written.
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Nice composition & beautiful vocals. Mix is very clear.
Thank you for sharing.
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