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No idea what this genre is. It started in my mind as some sort of pop, soft rock, country. Then it sounded, to me, a bit soulful. In the end I just ran with the flow and stopped overthinking it. Vic https://soundcloud.com/vic-arnold/better-with-you?si=745109951ef845f88c78bcf9b590bf68&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharingRealTracks in song: 3460:Bass, Electric, AmericanaPop8thsSteveB Ev 100 RealTracks in song: 2534:Guitar, 12-String Acoustic, HeldChords RealTracks in song: 2930:Guitar, Acoustic, Rhythm FolkRock8thsBrent Ev 100 RealTracks in song: 3200:Guitar, Electric, Soloist RnBPopBrent Ev 110 RealTracks in song: 3398:Guitar, Acoustic, Rhythm SingerSongwriterGrooveSync Ev 115 RealTracks in song: 3552:Multi[Thickened=5] Vocal Oohs-Aahs, Rhythm Pop3-part Ev 085 RealDrums in Song:PopPromiseEv16^3-a: Snare on 4, HiHat , b: Snare, Ride It's Better with You. © 2025 Vic Arnold It's better alone, sometimes, getting away. Helping to clear our minds, Thinking what to say. But it can also make you cry wondering how and what and why. One thing is true, It's better with you Ch. It's better with you in those uncertain times. We see it through, help each other climb. Whatever we do. It's better with you. Workng away from home. Hot desert sand. Thinking how love has grown for that greener land. Just one more week in this place before I see your smiling face. Now I know that it's true. It's better with you.
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Vic,
Really enjoyed this.
A nice write. Real.
A good sing-able melody.
I really like you vocals one this.
Good use of BIAB, Nice production.
One of your best, I think.
Genre: Good Music.
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Adhereing to genre boundaries only constricts creativity, and you show so well what can be done when we break out of those restrictions. This is so good, Vic. Love that guitar work. Your vocal seems different. Or is it me? The harmony, of course, is superb. But your lead vocal is clearer or something. Did you do something different? Different mic, or different FX? I'd say it sounds better because in many ways that may be true, but as you know I ALWAYS enjoy your vocal. Good write. Maybe you're singing that chorus to your new mic. "It's better with you."
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Vic,
It's a nice blend of folk-rock, modern country, classic -rock, singer songwriter! It's hard to fit into a single category!
Nice use of realtracks! Also liked the little stops inserted!
Good job on the vocals! Catchy chorus that stays with you for a while!
Take care, TB
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Vic,
This is really excellent. Love the melody and your vocal. Truly one of your best!
Bob
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Thank you for those comment, Floyd.
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Hey Vic,
Yeah I really love this too. Love the whole swing and vibe of it, and hookiness of it all.
It reminds me of some great band from the 60s, or 70s maybe, like Dylan ,meets CSNY, meets the Band, meets CCR. Something like that, but a hit for sure.
Nice!!!
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Vic, super tune! Cool universal truth and a catchy melody. What else is there?? Nifty BiaB arrangement. Particularly like your use of a soloist for fills and the oohs at the end. It's all perfectly supportive, cleanly mixed and sounds great. Well done (again)!
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Thank you Marty.
Re the vocal: as I mentioned in my last couple of songs, the new DAW was giving me a fairly steep learning curve. At first, I was over loading on the new fangled effects chain like a kid in a sweet shop. I think I am winning the battle, slowly.
I’m using the same mike I have used for the last 15 years.
Thanks for the encouragement.
Vic
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Vic, I think this is one of best vocals. The new daw is working well with the mix. Nicely written and executed. Tom
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There is a good dynamic in your song. It sounds good. A very good song.
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Hi Torrey.
I'm pleased that part of the melody stays around for a while.
Couldn't hope for much more.
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Thank you Robert.
Almost every song needs a good melody.
Vic
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My idea of a genre would be: Old Music  But I think Floyd said it best: Good Music! Good lyrics, and the chorus sticks. Enjoyed my listen ![[Linked Image - Only viewable when logged in]](https://www.pgmusic.com/forums/images/icons/default/thumbs_up.gif)
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Another really excellent VA song, mix and production. The guitar solo is nicely paced and harmony vocals work really well.
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That was sweet and uplifting. (folk rock?)
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Hey David.
I couldn't want for more. Love your band suggestions
Maybe I'm being pulled back into those '60's.
Vic
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Thanks for the encouragement, D.C.
Appreciated.
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Vic, I would put this is the "its a darn good song" genre.
Super groove
Great vocal and outstanding lyrics
Great mix.
An outstanding song.
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That's good to know, Tommy.
Thank you.
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