|
Log in to post
|
Print Thread |
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Jul 2019
Posts: 129
Apprentice
|
OP
Apprentice
Joined: Jul 2019
Posts: 129 |
Fragile Man Here's a tune by my songwriting partner and I. We didn't sing any real vocal (yet) but used Synthesizer-V (Kevin) to generate the lead vocal, and processed it to sound like it does. Will be better with a human vocal, but this is not half-bad for a quick demo, all done by computer! It uses _DANGLES.STY Dangles Relaxed 70s Soul[b] “Fragile Man” Words & Music by Billy Field & Tom Price If only you knew how easily a heart could break If only you knew the short time that it could take Well then you would see exactly the way I am Then you would see me a fragile man If there was a way that one could protect their heart You know I would surely like to make a start And I would try to do the best I can But I am only a fragile man Afraid that I might be left broken Scared that I might be left blue Frightened because I know that I’m falling in love with you And so if it seems I’m always in full control And I don’t appear to be so emotional Well don’t ever get me wrong Please understand that I am only a fragile man Afraid that I might be left broken Scared that I might be left blue Frightened because I know that I’m falling in love with you And so if it seems I’m always in full control And I don’t appear to be emotional Well don’t ever get me wrong Please understand that I am only a fragile man Yes I am only a fragile man
Last edited by ThomasS; 10/04/23 06:58 PM.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Dec 2003
Posts: 23,216
Veteran
|
Veteran
Joined: Dec 2003
Posts: 23,216 |
Billy Field and Tom Price, this sounds like a real singer. Great job on that!
Super backing tracks and mix.
Two thumbs up.
Whenever I get something stuck in the back of my throat, I dislodge it by drinking a beer.
It's called the Heineken Maneuver.
64 bit Win 10 Pro, the latest BiaB/RB, Roland Octa-Capture audio interface, a ton of software/hardware
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Jul 2019
Posts: 129
Apprentice
|
|
OP
Apprentice
Joined: Jul 2019
Posts: 129 |
..... this sounds like a real singer. Great job on that!.... Thanks MarioD - yeah it does "sound" like a real singer. In fact the tone is better than mine (by a long shot.) But the AI bot doesn't have the performance and soul the way I hear the song. Probably with a lot of programming it could be made better, but this was super-easy by just playing in the notes via midi and attaching the words in Synthesizer-V, so I can't complain. I'll try to do something with it a little more soulful in the future. I'm loving the combination of Synthesizer-V and Band-in-a-Box for demo-ing songs quickly. Billy and I have dozens of songs we wrote and never released or did anything with (like this and the other I just posted) so I'm going to do them all up with BIAB in the next few months.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Apr 2016
Posts: 6,960
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Apr 2016
Posts: 6,960 |
Hello,
I was going to listen and comment but noted that you've posted a few songs without listening or commenting on the work of others.
How about returning the favour to those who've indulged you thus far?
Cheers
rayc
"What's so funny about peace, love & understanding?" - N.Lowe
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Jul 2019
Posts: 129
Apprentice
|
|
OP
Apprentice
Joined: Jul 2019
Posts: 129 |
Hello,
....you've posted a few songs without listening or commenting on the work of others.
How about returning the favour? .... Good idea, thanks for the advice, rayc. I enjoy listening/commenting on postings in a lot other forums (songwriting sites, VI Control, Synth-V Forum and more.) The reason I haven't visited this site regularly is that I haven't used BIAB that much compared to playing/recording my own demos so that is why you've seen very little of me so far. Only occasionally have I got into BIAB, but every time I am amazed at how good it is, but still don't know how to do a lot of things in it, so I am eager to learn and hear what others can do.
Last edited by ThomasS; 10/04/23 07:40 PM.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 851
Expert
|
|
Expert
Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 851 |
Sounds great. Please share your production tips. Your mixes sound so clean, and pro level. Kevin sounds so real, and the harmonies in the bridge is spot on. Good song, great production, mix, and overall a PRO job.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Sep 2016
Posts: 2,493
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Sep 2016
Posts: 2,493 |
Hi Thomas,
I just commented on a song where 'Kevin' was also involved.
Your Kevin does the singing job a bit better. It had some more emotion so it sounds more realistic.
I also liked the harmony vocals from a double Kevin (?). Very well done.
The melody of the song is very nice, but could use some more excitement in the band.
The mix of the song is very good, cllear intruments and vocals!
It is something else then your other song of the 50's ;-))
Well done,
Hans
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Jul 2022
Posts: 2,338
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Jul 2022
Posts: 2,338 |
I think you did quite well, especially in the chorus the vocals are very convincing. In the verses I would work a bit more on the prosody, at the moment the vocals are a bit too mechanical. Production/mix is very good, nothing to complain about ![[Linked Image - Only viewable when logged in]](https://www.pgmusic.com/forums/images/icons/default/thumbs_up.gif)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Jul 2019
Posts: 129
Apprentice
|
|
OP
Apprentice
Joined: Jul 2019
Posts: 129 |
I would work a bit more on the prosody, at the moment the vocals are a bit too mechanical. Yes, I totally agree, its way too mechanical. With Synthesizer V you would have to spend a lot of time to tweak the expression with pitch curves to make it sound human. This was just the direct output with no work, I just played the melody and typed in the words. It's good for songwriting to just hear the melody, but not good enough for a real track or demo without work.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Jul 2019
Posts: 129
Apprentice
|
|
OP
Apprentice
Joined: Jul 2019
Posts: 129 |
Sounds great. Please share your production tips. Your mixes sound so clean, and pro level..... Elliott Kayne, here is the production used: 1) Mixed in Studio One using separate tracks exported from BIAB. 2) Applied two FX from Izotope Production Suite - Neutron for the individual tracks to give the right tone and eq for each instrument, and Ozone on the final mix for a mastering sound, which give clarity to the parts and maximum volume for broadcast on the internet. 3) Reverbs are all EastWest Spaces II. I don't like a lot of swimming verb on vocals, but the vocal setting on this one gives fullness and body without being too noticeable. The drums are on the "drum room" setting and just a bit on other instruments with a "studio room" setting. 4) I applied RVC ( Retrieval Based Voice Conversion) to Kevin (from Synthesizer V) to deepen his vocal tone, which normally sounds a bit like a boy-band singer. The harmony part was sung also by Kevin, but I applied a different RVC model so the harmony sounds a bit like two different people. Mainly, I think what you hear as "clean and pro level" comes from Izotope Ozone, which always makes a mix sound professional in my opinion.
Last edited by ThomasS; 10/07/23 04:56 PM.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: May 2019
Posts: 4,421
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: May 2019
Posts: 4,421 |
Tom & Billy, I'm becoming a fan of your writing. Kevin is so good. Heard three songs with him just this morning. Yeah, this is really good for a "quick demo." Is it possible to detune the synth voices just a tad here and there, or to rise to notes, to make them sound a bit more real? Love tha harmony. Really well done.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Aug 2014
Posts: 8,335
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Aug 2014
Posts: 8,335 |
Hey this sounds cool.
Nice job!
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Aug 2012
Posts: 12,438
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Aug 2012
Posts: 12,438 |
Thomas,
A pleasant listen.
Nice tracks. Crisp, clean Mix.
Nice job with Kevin.
fj
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Sep 2018
Posts: 3,327
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Sep 2018
Posts: 3,327 |
I like the song. Catchy. And the bridge is a pleasing contrast.
Yes the synth voice sounds good, but I agree with you, it doesn't relay the emotion of the lyrics.
Good composition!
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Dec 2011
Posts: 15,396
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Dec 2011
Posts: 15,396 |
Good job with Kevin ... particularly given your info about how quickly it was done.
We've learned from forum posts that it's quite tedious to squeeze out the most emotive output possible.
The write and mix are top bar. Excellent soundstage on our monitors.
Well done!
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.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Mar 2018
Posts: 6,734
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Mar 2018
Posts: 6,734 |
Thomas,
Very good for "quick sketch"! Good lyrics and mix. Listens well and thank you for sharing.
Misha.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
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.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Video: Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac®: VST3 Plugin Support
Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac® now includes support for VST3 plugins, alongside VST and AU. Use them with MIDI or audio tracks for even more creative possibilities in your music production.
Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Macs®: VST3 Plugin Support
Video: Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac®: Using VST3 Plugins
Join the conversation on our forum.
Band-in-a-Box 2025 for Mac Videos
With the release of Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac, we’re rolling out a collection of brand-new videos on our YouTube channel. We’ll also keep this forum post updated so you can easily find all the latest videos in one convenient spot.
From overviews of new features and walkthroughs of the 202 new RealTracks, to highlights of XPro Styles PAK 8, Xtra Styles PAKs 18, the 2025 49-PAK, and in-depth tutorials — you’ll find everything you need to explore what’s new in Band-in-a-Box® 2025.
Reference this forum post for One-Stop Shopping of our Band-in-a-Box® 2025 Mac Videos — we’ll be adding more videos as they’re released!
Band-in-a-Box 2025 for Mac is Here!
Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac is here, packed with major new features and an incredible collection of available new content! This includes 202 RealTracks (in Sets 449-467), plus 20 bonus Unreleased RealTracks in the 2025 49-PAK. There are new RealStyles, MIDI SuperTracks, Instrumental Studies, “Songs with Vocals” Artist Performance Sets, Playable RealTracks Set 4, two new sets of “RealDrums Stems,” XPro Styles PAK 8, Xtra Styles PAK 19, and more!
Special Offers
Upgrade to Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac with savings of up to 50% on most upgrade packages during our special—available until July 31, 2025! Visit our Band-in-a-Box® packages page for all the purchase options available.
2025 Free Bonus PAK & 49-PAK Add-ons
We've packed our Free Bonus PAK & 49-PAK with some incredible Add-ons! The Free Bonus PAK is automatically included with most Band-in-a-Box® for Mac 2025 packages, but for even more Add-ons (including 20 Unreleased RealTracks!) upgrade to the 2025 49-PAK for only $49. You can see the full lists of items in each package, and listen to demos here.
If you have any questions, feel free to connect with us directly—we’re here to help!
Band-in-a-Box 2025 Italian Version is Here!
Cari amici
È stata aggerate la versione in Italiano del programma più amato dagli appassionati di musica, il nostro Band-in-a-Box.
Questo è il link alla nuova versione 2025.
Di seguito i link per scaricare il pacchetti di lingua italiana aggiornati per Band-in-a-Box e RealBand, anche per chi avesse già comprato la nuova versione in inglese.
Band-in-a-Box 2025 - Italiano
RealBand 2025 - Italiano
Band-in-a-Box 2025 French Version is Here!
Bonjour à tous,
Band-in-a-Box® 2025 pour Windows est disponible en Français.
Le téléchargement se fait à partir du site PG Music
Pour ceux qui auraient déjà acheté la version 2025 de Band-in-a-Box (et qui donc ont une version anglaise), il est possible de "franciser" cette version avec les patchs suivants:
BIAB 2025 - francisation
RealBand 2025 - francisation
Voilà, enjoy!
Band-in-a-Box 2025 German Version is Here!
Update Your Band-in-a-Box® 2025 to Build 1128 for Windows Today!
Already using Band-in-a-Box 2025 for Windows®? Download Build 1128 now from our Support Page to enjoy the latest enhancements and improvements from our team.
Stay up to date—get the latest update now!
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Forums58
Topics84,304
Posts777,525
Members39,612
| |
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