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Hi folks, I'm a newbie here. and a recent convert to biab. while I am an acoustic guitarist, I decided to create this whole production in biab. I mixed the song in biab and exported it as a stereo wave into my Zoom R8 recorder where I laid down the vocals. Finally, I mastered the track through Moises AI website. I hope you enjoy the song and feel free to comment or advise me.  Regards Brian. https://www.reverbnation.com/brianhendersonward/song/34483548-nobody-do-b-h-ward
Songwriting punctuates our lives. It is alchemy, turning pain into gold.
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Brian, welcome (again), sounds like you're having a lot of fun! Your vocals and BGVs are very cool. Like the driving rhythm of your tune and your use of BiaB backing.
That's an interesting workflow. I'm not aware of anyone else using a Zoom (or similar) in that way. FWIW, I think your results are really impressive. You'd probably have a lot more control of your arrangement if you were using a computer based DAW to do your band mix and recording, but it sounds like the Zoom is getting it done for you.
Hope to hear more!
DC Ron
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A BIG welcome to the forum, Brian. This is excellent --especially from someone who just started with BiaB. Very engaging song, and what an extraordinary vocal. I like your use of the sax, too. Great range on the vocal. A really good arrangement.
I stayed on Reverbnation to check out a few more --really fine stuff, sir. Really looking forward to your progress. Oustanding harmony.
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Brian,
Welcome to the Showcase.
Nice use of BIAB.
Strong vocals.
Mix is very clean.
fj
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Reading the credits I wasn't expecting anything near this good. Nicely done
Song has a really cool bluesy groove to it.
You can find my music at: www.herbhartley.comAdd nothing that adds nothing to the music. You can make excuses or you can make progress but not both. The magic you are looking for is in the work you are avoiding.
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Hi Brian,
Excellent song and arrangement - I particularly liked the horns and BV's.
My only suggestion is with your excellent vocals - good gutsy performance. However I think they would be much better mixed in a DAW with compression. They fade in and out where I think they could be fuller and more upfront.
Definitely worth another mix.
Best Regards
Nigel
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Hi Nigel Spiers
Thanks for listening and for your advice. I agree with your assessment of my vocal recording.
Recently I purchased Reaper and am just starting to dip my toes into using a DAW. Old dog, new tricks and all that.
I have a lot to learn, especially about compression.
Thanks for the feedback.
Regards
Brian.
Songwriting punctuates our lives. It is alchemy, turning pain into gold.
Songs choose their composers when they enter the world.
I try to remain open and ready.
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Hi Guitarhacker,
Thanks for listening and taking the time to comment.
I listened to one of your songs and was very impressed.
I will listen and comment on more of your work over time.
Much respect.
Brian.
Last edited by Jackdogdude; 08/11/24 07:10 PM.
Songwriting punctuates our lives. It is alchemy, turning pain into gold.
Songs choose their composers when they enter the world.
I try to remain open and ready.
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Hi Floyd Jane.
Thanks for listening, I'll take the time to listen to your work in return.
Regards
Brian.
Songwriting punctuates our lives. It is alchemy, turning pain into gold.
Songs choose their composers when they enter the world.
I try to remain open and ready.
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Hi BabuMusic.
Thanks for the warm welcome to the showcase forum and thank you for taking the time to listen
to a few of my songs. I look forward to hearing some of your work here too.
Regards
Brian
Songwriting punctuates our lives. It is alchemy, turning pain into gold.
Songs choose their composers when they enter the world.
I try to remain open and ready.
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Brian, welcome (again), sounds like you're having a lot of fun! Your vocals and BGVs are very cool. Like the driving rhythm of your tune and your use of BiaB backing.
That's an interesting workflow. I'm not aware of anyone else using a Zoom (or similar) in that way. FWIW, I think your results are really impressive. You'd probably have a lot more control of your arrangement if you were using a computer based DAW to do your band mix and recording, but it sounds like the Zoom is getting it done for you.
Hope to hear more! Thanks DC Ron. I'm trying to get my head around Reaper, I started out with a reel to reel machine so it's not surprising that I love real sliders and buttons. It's a tactile thing for me. Having said that, it is time for my brain to upgrade and catch up with the times. Let's see how I go. Regards Brian
Songwriting punctuates our lives. It is alchemy, turning pain into gold.
Songs choose their composers when they enter the world.
I try to remain open and ready.
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Hi Brian.
Cool song. I've heard your music on and off for a few years so I knew you are talented.
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Hi Brian.
Cool song. I've heard your music on and off for a few years so I knew you are talented. Hi Izzy. Thanks for listening and supporting me over time. I'm quite interested to know what platforms you followed my progress on. Have a great day. Regards Brian.
Songwriting punctuates our lives. It is alchemy, turning pain into gold.
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I try to remain open and ready.
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I have a Zoom R16. It's very good, very easy to use whilst I no longer use it to record & mix I do use it as a control surface for Reaper.\Good mix, really good vocals but they seem a bit "hot" in spots...mic technique, Zoom Headroom or mastering I can't tell.
BIAB is an ace writing tool.
Good work.
Cheers
rayc
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Hi rayc.
It's great to see a fellow Aussie songwriter here.
I agree with you that I need to refine my vocal recording techniques.
I've never used compression, I think it is time to learn how.
Thanks for listening and commenting mate.
Regards
Brian
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Brian, welcome to the forums
This is one outstanding song, especially for a first post
This sounds like it was produced in a pro studio
Super use of RT
Outstanding vocal and lyric
The perfect mix.
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Brian,
Welcome!
That's a great song with a great mix. Really like your vocal and selection of tracks.
Very well done.
Bob
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Brian:
First off, welcome to the BIAB forum . . . this is a great community . . . supporting, thoughtful and insightful. I really think you'll be glad you decided to share your music here.
Your song is really well done . . . for a newbie to BIAB you do an impressive job. Vocal and BGVs are excellent and the production/mix is stellar. Good stuff!
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Brian,
Welcome!
That's a great song with a great mix. Really like your vocal and selection of tracks.
Very well done.
Bob Thanks Bob. I appreciate that you took the time to listen to my song and comment. I will return the time investment. Regards Brian
Songwriting punctuates our lives. It is alchemy, turning pain into gold.
Songs choose their composers when they enter the world.
I try to remain open and ready.
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Brian:
First off, welcome to the BIAB forum . . . this is a great community . . . supporting, thoughtful and insightful. I really think you'll be glad you decided to share your music here.
Your song is really well done . . . for a newbie to BIAB you do an impressive job. Vocal and BGVs are excellent and the production/mix is stellar. Good stuff!
Deej Hi Deej Thanks for the warm welcome. I agree that this is a very enthusiastic and respectful community of creators. I am so glad to be a part of it. Thanks for listening to my song and leaving such an encouraging comment. I am looking forward to listening to your work and engaging with you. Regards Brian
Songwriting punctuates our lives. It is alchemy, turning pain into gold.
Songs choose their composers when they enter the world.
I try to remain open and ready.
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