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Lovely song, just a wonderful write. And of course the vocals are spot on, always enjoy hearing you and Janice sing together.
Excellent!
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Floyd,
I remember this song well. I think Janice also did a version where she sang lead about a year ago. Great songs stay with you...
It's such an awesome production. Love your vocal in this and the superb harmony by Janice. You guys always sound so good together.
The mix is stellar. This should be played everywhere and on every platform! Pro, pro & pro!
Bob Very much appreciated, Bob... Hello Janice, Floyd and Bud
Excellent in all respects
What a great BiaB band. Absolutely top.
Outstanding vocals and sound
The acoustic guitars sound fantastic
An absolute TOP job by ALL
Andi ;-) Thanks, Andi!!! Floyd, Janice and Bud...this is another example of how great you all are as writers, composers and artists...what impresses me the most is the ease of the phrasing (nothing out of place or forced)...the lyric is most excellent...the bridge is killer both lyrically and melodically...the harmonies are placed just right...Floyd it's one of your best vocals IMHO...super track and solo to boot...if it "takes a village" then you guys are a village! The village appreciates the nice comments, Dan... 
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Really nice write and production y'all. The drums have a solid feel, and are very warm. A fine, fine ballad.
Good instrument choices and vocals by all.
Really liked it.
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Hi, floyd jane.
Yeah, I remember this one. The lyrics and delivery have the same gut punch now as they did then.
Top shelf work by everyone involved.
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Nice one. The tracks are a good fit and the lead guitar parts sound really nice. Good job on the co-write.
Copyright 2015? Old one redone? New tracks? New vocal? Or... first time out of the box? Great arrangement, mix, production and way to go, good job on the vocals and harmony. Hello Janice, Floyd and Bud
Excellent in all respects
What a great BiaB band. Absolutely top.
Outstanding vocals and sound
The acoustic guitars sound fantastic
An absolute TOP job by ALL
Andy ;-) Thanks guys! J&B Floyd, Janice and Bud...this is another example of how great you all are as writers, composers and artists...what impresses me the most is the ease of the phrasing (nothing out of place or forced)...the lyric is most excellent...the bridge is killer both lyrically and melodically...the harmonies are placed just right...Floyd it's one of your best vocals IMHO...super track and solo to boot...if it "takes a village" then you guys are a village! Thanks! Working with floyd over the last 12 years has always been both a pleasure and a learning experience. J&B
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Great arrangement, mix, production and way to go, good job on the vocals and harmony. Thanks, Chay... This is a small masterpiece. Well done, Floyd, Janice, Bud. The write is strong, Janice's harmonies are perfect - unobtrusive, in the background, yet essential to the magic of the song ... and Floyd's singing is that trademark mix of his, between the stoical and the emotional ... between the stoical acceptance of reality, and the emotional wishing it were somehow different. A collaboration of stars, that hits the stars - hats off to you all. We much appreciate that, James...
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For a sour song you've made everything fit together very sweetly. The backing and melody provide a perfect vehicle for the lyrics which, were sung sensitively yet with a certain heartfelt passion. Great job all round.
Brian. Thanks for stopping by, Brian. The Marvelous Mrs. Merritt, Floyd and The Best of Bud. Yeah, anywhere, anytime, and I'd be there in the early morning line for tickets. I'm so glad and we're all a bit priviledged to have you provide the best seats in the house, and give the best performance at the touch of a button.
What a wonderful write. The vocals are (as expected) over-the-top good. Love the high notes, floyd. A masterfully told story in the lyrics that would fit in any radio playlist. A pro production all the way. Thanks you, Janice, Bud and floyd. We are fortunate to have appreciative listens. We appreciate you! That melody & the FJ voice were a lovely start and THEN JM's harmony came in - wow - bitter sweet loveliness.
Sad song, sounds it too.
I really enjoyed the entire package. Thanks, ray....
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I give it a two thumbs up.
Nice job. Thanks! J&B This is a small masterpiece. Well done, Floyd, Janice, Bud. The write is strong, Janice's harmonies are perfect - unobtrusive, in the background, yet essential to the magic of the song ... and Floyd's singing is that trademark mix of his, between the stoical and the emotional ... between the stoical acceptance of reality, and the emotional wishing it were somehow different. A collaboration of stars, that hits the stars - hats off to you all. Thank you the eloquent and thoughtful review! J&B For a sour song you've made everything fit together very sweetly. The backing and melody provide a perfect vehicle for the lyrics which, were sung sensitively yet with a certain heartfelt passion. Great job all round.
Brian. Thanks! J&B The Marvelous Mrs. Merritt, Floyd and The Best of Bud. Yeah, anywhere, anytime, and I'd be there in the early morning line for tickets. I'm so glad and we're all a bit priviledged to have you provide the best seats in the house, and give the best performance at the touch of a button.
What a wonderful write. The vocals are (as expected) over-the-top good. Love the high notes, floyd. A masterfully told story in the lyrics that would fit in any radio playlist. A pro production all the way. Thanks you, Janice, Bud and floyd. That is very kind of you Marty and we much appreciated it! J&B
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Classic sounding fj song with a strong melody and a bitter story, I like the irony in "way to go, good job". Excellent tight arrangement and mix. The solo guitar and the guitar to make thicker 2nd chorus work very well. And the vocals are very emotional, especially the bridge sounds powerful, almost too powerful to make the line "to hold myself together" convincing. Glad to hear also Janice's voice.
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TOP MARKS all round Floyd & co - amazing how so many on the forum are 'flying' with their songwriting, recording, mixing & mastering!
Very well done folks, hats off to you!!
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I don't know which one of you wrote the opening lines, but its a doozy. Vocal, harmony, and instrumentation sell this excellent song.
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That melody & the FJ voice were a lovely start and THEN JM's harmony came in - wow - bitter sweet loveliness.
Sad song, sounds it too.
I really enjoyed the entire package. Thank you Ray! Glad you liked it all the mention of Janice's harmony is appreciated. J&B Really well done.
Lovely ballad.
Vic Thanks Vic, J&B Beautifully written, the lyrics are just perfect and you and Janice bring it across with all the feelings someone in this situation would have. Just the way you sing “it cracked” is more than just singing, it's authentic and those 2 words create more images than a whole song. Really, really, good! The instrumentation is also excellent, the icing is the B3, which adds a beautiful and emotional new layer that is unfortunately a little forgotten in newer songs. Kudos to everyone involved ![[Linked Image - Only viewable when logged in]](https://www.pgmusic.com/forums/images/icons/default/thumbs_up.gif) That is a fine review and we are happy to have participated in this production. We do appreciate your comments! J&B floyd
You and Janice always sound wonderful together. Lovely work, all round.
Stunning vocals and write.
Excellence.
Peter Thanks partner. Joining in with mr jane is always fun! J&B
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My partner walked in as I was playing your song making the comment "That's a nice song , he's got a good voice". I was taken aback because she only ever listens to doof doof music. Oh , did I mention that I love the song? Thanks! Glad you both liked it. 😀 J&B Lovely song, just a wonderful write. And of course the vocals are spot on, always enjoy hearing you and Janice sing together.
Excellent! Thanks Dave! Glad you liked it. J&B Really nice write and production y'all. The drums have a solid feel, and are very warm. A fine, fine ballad.
Good instrument choices and vocals by all.
Really liked it. Thanks! J&B Hi, floyd jane.
Yeah, I remember this one. The lyrics and delivery have the same gut punch now as they did then.
Top shelf work by everyone involved. Thank you! J&B
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Really well done.
Lovely ballad.
Vic Thanks, Vic. Beautifully written, the lyrics are just perfect and you and Janice bring it across with all the feelings someone in this situation would have. Just the way you sing “it cracked” is more than just singing, it's authentic and those 2 words create more images than a whole song. Really, really, good! The instrumentation is also excellent, the icing is the B3, which adds a beautiful and emotional new layer that is unfortunately a little forgotten in newer songs. Kudos to everyone involved Thanks, BD. We appreciate that... floyd
You and Janice always sound wonderful together. Lovely work, all round.
Stunning vocals and write.
Excellence.
Peter Much appreciated, Peter... My partner walked in as I was playing your song making the comment "That's a nice song , he's got a good voice". I was taken aback because she only ever listens to doof doof music. Oh , did I mention that I love the song? Thanks, Izzy (and to your partner, as well...)
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Lovely song, just a wonderful write. And of course the vocals are spot on, always enjoy hearing you and Janice sing together.
Excellent! We appreciate that, Dave... Really nice write and production y'all. The drums have a solid feel, and are very warm. A fine, fine ballad.
Good instrument choices and vocals by all.
Really liked it. We appreciate that, Dave... Hi, floyd jane.
Yeah, I remember this one. The lyrics and delivery have the same gut punch now as they did then.
Top shelf work by everyone involved. We appreciate that, Dave...
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Sad break up country song ... works on every level: Lyrics are clever, vocals are authentic, backing tracks are in the Goldilocks zone, production 100%.
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Classic sounding fj song with a strong melody and a bitter story, I like the irony in "way to go, good job". Excellent tight arrangement and mix. The solo guitar and the guitar to make thicker 2nd chorus work very well. And the vocals are very emotional, especially the bridge sounds powerful, almost too powerful to make the line "to hold myself together" convincing. Glad to hear also Janice's voice.
Janne Thanks for stopping by, Janne... TOP MARKS all round Floyd & co - amazing how so many on the forum are 'flying' with their songwriting, recording, mixing & mastering!
Very well done folks, hats off to you!!
Carl We appreiate that, Carl... I don't know which one of you wrote the opening lines, but its a doozy. Vocal, harmony, and instrumentation sell this excellent song. Thanks, Scott. Those opening lines came from the pen of Mr. Merritt.... Sad break up country song ... works on every level: Lyrics are clever, vocals are authentic, backing tracks are in the Goldilocks zone, production 100%. Thanks, Elliott.... Special thanks to Bud for inviting me to the party and to Janice for really getting it going - always the life of the party...
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Classic sounding fj song with a strong melody and a bitter story, I like the irony in "way to go, good job". Excellent tight arrangement and mix. The solo guitar and the guitar to make thicker 2nd chorus work very well. And the vocals are very emotional, especially the bridge sounds powerful, almost too powerful to make the line "to hold myself together" convincing. Glad to hear also Janice's voice.
Janne TOP MARKS all round Floyd & co - amazing how so many on the forum are 'flying' with their songwriting, recording, mixing & mastering!
Very well done folks, hats off to you!!
Carl Thanks y'all! J&B
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I don't know which one of you wrote the opening lines, but its a doozy. Vocal, harmony, and instrumentation sell this excellent song. Sad break up country song ... works on every level: Lyrics are clever, vocals are authentic, backing tracks are in the Goldilocks zone, production 100%. Thanks guys. Bud says: "It's like cheating. I come up with a decent hook and a few decent lines and floyd turns it into a song. It's happened a number of times and I remain delighted to have my name on them with mr jane! J&B
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Floyd and Bud, what a great song. It's got everything: sad but strong lyrics (with some very smart lines), great vocal and harmonies, terrific band and professional production.
Surely it's on the radio in your part of the world.
Top shelf.
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