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#854002 06/07/25 09:17 PM
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The 2nd of 4 instrumental versions of my "Deya Flows" chord structure, this version minus the 1st guitar and saxophone solos essentially also being the soundtrack for my song "Flowing Lady Deya [rock version]".

Enya Warm Pad & Strings
Kalimba: World Beat 2 South African Dance
Marimba ~ Key Island Groove Quartet ~ Todd London
Bass: Country Rock Guitar Solo Pop Band ~ Tobin Frank
Drums: Slow County Pop w/ Tenor Solo ~ Brian Fullen
Organ: Country Rock Guitar Solo Pop Band ~ Gene Rabbai
Piano: East Dock Latin Fusion Gtr Solo ~ Jeff Lorber
1st Guitar solo: Slow Jazz Rock w Soloist ~ Jon Herington
2nd Guitar solo: Modern Groove Soloist, Brit Rock ~ Dave Cleveland
2nd Organ: Giddy Up Country Ballad w Organ - Blair Masters
Tenor Sax Solo: Slow County Pop w/ Tenor Solo ~ Mark Douthit

148 bars; 4/4 C; tempo 95; Time 6:24



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Hi Chay!
I don't think I've heard any of your previous versions, so will have to go back and have a listen.

Firstly, those marimba - a great choice providing harmonically and rhythmically to the tune. I loved the way you built up through various sections of the song, and at times, it was reminiscent of something Mike Oldfield would have produced - which is a good thing - I think it was the combo of the marimba and the tone of the first lead guitar. And then the sax brought it home. Well done and good listen!
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Chay,

Another great version. Excellent choice of instruments and mix. You orchestrate these pieces so well. Enjoyed!

Bob

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Did you remaster or master this?
Your mixes are always good and this is outstanding - the subtle dynamics make it "pop."
The chops and tone of the sax is perfect for the vibe.
The soundstage on our Kalis is really excellent.
Guess I need to re-listen to the older version. smile

Well done,

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Got lost in the listening.

Just right.

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Loved the instrument choices. Well done!


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Originally Posted by Andrew Dee
Hi Chay!
I don't think I've heard any of your previous versions, so will have to go back and have a listen.
Firstly, those marimba - a great choice providing harmonically and rhythmically to the tune. I loved the way you built up through various sections of the song, and at times, it was reminiscent of something Mike Oldfield would have produced - which is a good thing - I think it was the combo of the marimba and the tone of the first lead guitar. And then the sax brought it home. Well done and good listen!
Andrew D

Thanks, Andrew. When I first started using BiaB I began by using single Styles only, first to create backing tracks for 2 old songs of mine - both of which have yet to be sorted as I can't record at home - then 2 instrumentals inspired by sections of old songs, then te first 100% new one was "Deya Flows". The original BiaB instrumental no longer exists and replacing it is the strings-based instrumental "Deya Flows [BaRock], which is now the soundtrack to my "Deya Flows" video. Following the above V2 came "Deya Flows V3: Transformations", which was originally just over 8 minutes in length, but earlier this year I completely restructured it and it's now a few seconds shorter than the previous ones. That's probably still on the 2nd page of this forum. Finally came "Deya Flows V4: Dance Care love" which is 1/3 shorter than the latter the rest at 4:13. I've recently done a channel-swap and remix of that, but it's yet to be posted.


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Originally Posted by rsdean
Chay,
Another great version. Excellent choice of instruments and mix. You orchestrate these pieces so well. Enjoyed!
Bob

Thanks, Bob! Much appreciated.


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#63: On the road to effortlessness, effort must be made.
#92: Be Love Now, the rest will come on its own.
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Originally Posted by Janice & Bud
Did you remaster or master this?
Your mixes are always good and this is outstanding - the subtle dynamics make it "pop."
The chops and tone of the sax is perfect for the vibe.
The soundstage on our Kalis is really excellent.
Guess I need to re-listen to the older version. smile
Well done,
J&B

Also, see my reply to Andrew at the top of this page as the V1 has now been deleted and reaplaced with the strings-based "Deya Flosws [BaRock]", which you've heard in the "Deay Flows" video.


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Originally Posted by floyd jane
Got lost in the listening.
Just right.
fj

"Got lost in the listening" is a perfect compliment! Thanks for that, Floyd.


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#63: On the road to effortlessness, effort must be made.
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Originally Posted by TuneMonger
Loved the instrument choices. Well done!

Thanks, Bob (why do I confuse you with Hans?!). Thanks for listening and for the response.


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#13: Ask not for whom the flower blooms, it blooms for you.
#58: Bring consciousness to it.
#63: On the road to effortlessness, effort must be made.
#92: Be Love Now, the rest will come on its own.
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Chay, another nicely arranged tune. Those "world sounds" you opened this one with work really well to my ears with your mystical universe. Another nice one!


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Sounds good over on soundcloud, Chay. I like the marimba.

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Nice mix; great choice of instruments and, more importantly, it flows. wink


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Originally Posted by DC Ron
Chay, another nicely arranged tune. Those "world sounds" you opened this one with work really well to my ears with your mystical universe. Another nice one!

Thanks, Ron! Appreciated.


Some favourite Waoist Adages:
#1: Play on the Way.
#13: Ask not for whom the flower blooms, it blooms for you.
#58: Bring consciousness to it.
#63: On the road to effortlessness, effort must be made.
#92: Be Love Now, the rest will come on its own.
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Originally Posted by BYOBand
Sounds good over on soundcloud, Chay. I like the marimba.

Thanks for listening on SC, Beth!


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#1: Play on the Way.
#13: Ask not for whom the flower blooms, it blooms for you.
#58: Bring consciousness to it.
#63: On the road to effortlessness, effort must be made.
#92: Be Love Now, the rest will come on its own.
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Originally Posted by Ghostgum
Nice mix; great choice of instruments and, more importantly, it flows. wink

Thanks, Ghostgum. There's no show without a flow!


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#1: Play on the Way.
#13: Ask not for whom the flower blooms, it blooms for you.
#58: Bring consciousness to it.
#63: On the road to effortlessness, effort must be made.
#92: Be Love Now, the rest will come on its own.
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I haven't many or any songs on the forum with a marimba. It works so well here. The guitar solo meshes in nicely and then a smooth transition to the sax. Well done.

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Chay, this is fantastic.
Loved that marimba. I would have never guessed it would sound good with a B3 but you made it happen.
Super guitar and sax leads
You certainly have the knack to blend RTs into the perfect mix.
Outstanding job


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Hi Chay.

Another excellent instrumental version. I love the kalimba and marimba. They sound really warm and inviting to listen to. You really have a flair for crafting fine instrumental arrangements.Moreover, as your arrangement grows, you seamlessly lead the listener along a highly engaging musical journey.

Very nice!
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