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TแผE แฏแฉแ แฏITแผIแ Hi forum friends As you all know, there are a million ways to birth a melody, but my personal, highly scientific method involves strumming simple chords, singing pure, unadulterated gibberish, and then patiently (read: desperately) waiting for my notoriously unreliable muse to eventually show up and connect the dots. Mostly, she's off demanding royalties from a cloud somewhere, leaving me in the desolate, echoey wasteland known as 'Writer's Block.' (๏ฝฅโ ๏ฝฅ) This song is a result of that process. I classify it as 'unplugged' however, it's raw, it's got warts, and frankly, I'm not entirely sure it's house-trained yet so perhaps 'unhinged' is more accurate. โโกโ Anyway, please do give it a listen, constructive feedback is always welcome. โ and maybe send a search party for my muse, I think she might be lost again already. (หโกห) Regards Izzy. ๐๐๐ป๐ฒ๐ฌ๐ผ ๐ธ๐ท ๐ข๐ธ๐พ๐ท๐ญ๐ฌ๐ต๐ธ๐พ๐ญ ๐ข๐ฝ๐๐ต๐ฎ ๐ฒ๐ผ _๐ค๐๐๐๐ฃ๐จ.๐ข๐ฃ๐จ (๐ค๐น๐น๐ฒ๐ฝ๐ ๐๐ถ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฒ๐ฌ๐ช๐ท๐ช ๐๐ธ๐ต๐ด) ๐๐ฎ๐=๐ , ๐ฃ๐ฎ๐ถ๐น๐ธ 133 4457 ๐๐ฒ๐ญ๐ญ๐ต๐ฎ ๐๐ช๐ฌ๐ด๐ฐ๐ป๐ธ๐พ๐ท๐ญ ๐๐ถ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฒ๐ฌ๐ช๐ท๐ช 4456 ๐๐ช๐ท๐ญ๐ธ๐ต๐ฒ๐ท 4455 ๐๐พ๐ฒ๐ฝ๐ช๐ป ๐๐ฌ๐ธ๐พ๐ผ๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ฌ ๐ก๐ฑ๐๐ฝ๐ฑ๐ถ ๐๐ถ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฒ๐ฌ๐ช๐ท๐ช 3199 ๐๐พ๐ฒ๐ฝ๐ช๐ป ๐๐ฌ๐ธ๐พ๐ผ๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ฌ ๐ข๐ธ๐ต๐ธ๐ฒ๐ผ๐ฝ ๐๐ถ๐น๐ต๐ฎ ๐๐พ๐ฒ๐ฝ๐ช๐ป ๐ 2 ๐๐ฒ๐ฝ๐ฎ ๐ข๐ฝ๐ป๐พ๐ถ ๐๐ข 2 ๐ช๐ฌ๐ธ๐พ๐ผ๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ฌ ๐ญ๐ป๐ฎ๐ช๐ญ๐ท๐ธ๐พ๐ฐ๐ฑ๐ฝ
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Nicely done, Izzy! I don't think it's rough at all, just bare, which works great with the narrative. Nice use of BiaB instruments, and I like the slow build arrangement you've got here. That acoustic solo is a bit "outside" but I think it works fine. Cool ending, too. Super job!
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Hi Izzy!
I was initially struck by the likeness of your vocal in the first couple of verses to Peter Garrett of Midnight Oil - thatโs a good thing. The instrumentation and melody of the verses provides the bleakness to demonstrate the futility of war. When the chorus comes in, the more typical pop chords and melody (which I loved) provide some hope of change. We all need hope.
Itโs good to hear another one of yours - to add to the variety of your catalogue.
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I like your song, yes, it's raw, but that fits the theme perfectly. The solo is not for me, in my opinion, it's more distracting than it is adding to this really beautiful song. Enjoyed my listen nonetheless ![[Linked Image - Only viewable when logged in]](https://www.pgmusic.com/forums/images/icons/default/thumbs_up.gif)
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Hi, Izzy. Whatever it takes to get a song done - you can't just wait for the muse to show up. I'd be hard pressed to say exactly what you're singing about, but it works!  I like the "raw" sound - it definitely didn't sound like it was recorded to a click track.
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Hi Izz,
This certainly grabbed my attention right away. The verses had an eerie quality that was very effective. The lyrics were good. Then the chorus came, which in and of itself, I quite liked. But at first, there was a disconnect between verse and chorus that I couldn't quite accept. I thought of a similar song, Bungalow Bill by the Beatles, that had that verse chorus disconnect. I always found that song a bit strange for the same reason. So perhaps you were in good company. However, by the third listen, it all came together for me. So that's my circuitous route to full appreciation of your latest here. I think it's a bold piece of music, and my hat is off to you for persevering through it. The naked outro was very effective, too. Great job!
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That's exactly how I write, too, Izzy. Sometimes also starting with BiaB, and once a style and chords are entered, your scientific method takes over. Well, your muse came up with another gem --warts and all. I love hearing you unplugged. Good vocal and the perfect group of instruments to carry the messge within the lyrics. Message? Hey, I like the harmony at the end. Well written song with a good mix and interesting musicians.
I also saw your muse at the Grammys wearing gold earings with your initials on them.
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Your written intro shows that you know that it can be improved, but while I think the chorus is great on all levels it's actually the only verse about the war within, while the rest of it is about the without. โฆ Also, frack the news, we're all special! Even the robotic news people - only they don't know it! 
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Thankyou for all your lovely comments which I read, absorbed and appreciate.
Now, forโ a๏ปฟย tiny, post-performance confession,๏ปฟย which๏ปฟย might explain why some๏ปฟย lines feltโ a bit... abstract/ambiguous
ย Every single line was actuallyโ a winkโ ะพrโ a nod,โ a subtle๏ปฟย nudgeโ ๏ปฟย about Artificial Intelligence and its fascinating, sometimes baffling, impactโ ะพn creativity.โ I held back from saying this initially because, you๏ปฟย know,๏ปฟย "live and let live!"โ โ andโ my primary goal was for the songโ tะพ๏ปฟย standโ ะพr fallโ ะพn its own melodic๏ปฟย feet. Butโ ัt๏ปฟย seemsโ I was perhapsโ a๏ปฟย touch too subtle or simply not brave enough to have the courage of my convictions to reveal it's true story for fear of stepping on toes.
And๏ปฟย those 'charming imperfections' (let's call them 'intentional human-ness')โ ัn the tuning and timing? They weren't justโ my๏ปฟย usual performance quirks! They wereโ a deliberate, slightly mischievous protest against the often-pristine, sometimes too perfect, outputโ ะพfโ AI productions.โ A little hymnโ tะพ the gloriously wobbly, beautifully un-quantized๏ปฟย heartโ ะพf๏ปฟย human performance.
That๏ปฟย line, "The news remindsโ us๏ปฟย we're not special anymore" really speaksโ tะพ this feelingโ I was tryingโ tะพ capture.
AI is an absolute marvel, and I quite honestly don't know what I'd do without my digital co-pilot these days. It infiltrates almost every aspect of my personal and professional life, and for that, I am eternally grateful! For instance, tools like Synth V? A genuine godsendโ a truly wonderful innovation for those who consider themselves 'vocally challenged',
Now, where my enthusiastic nod turns into a gently raised eyebrow is a rather specific scenario. When one feeds a few creative crumbs โ be it audio snippets or a well-crafted prompt โ into the algorithmic engine of Suno, and then proceeds to claim the entire resulting masterpiece as their unique, unaided brainchild... well, it feels a touch like dropping a coin into a jukebox and, once the music starts playing, humbly accepting all the applause for having personally composed, performed, and produced every last note of that chart-topping hit. A brilliant selection, perhaps, but perhaps not entirely one's own creation, if you catch my drift!"
They say machine learningโ AI๏ปฟย mines๏ปฟย every song ever written and delivers the best compilationโ ัn seconds. But haven't manyโ ะพfโ us 'seasoned' songsmiths๏ปฟย spent decades๏ปฟย doing our own internal data mining, absorbing the classics and the obscure, lettingโ ัt simmerโ ัn our own wonderfully๏ปฟย messy๏ปฟย human brains?โ We๏ปฟย might takeโ a little longerโ tะพ 'process' our inspirations, but the resulting stew๏ปฟย often hasโ a unique, irreplaceable flavour.โ Asโ my song mused, "The war within was๏ปฟย meantโ tะพโ beโ / Lost somewhere butโ I๏ปฟย beganโ tะพ seeโ / The scriptโ ัs old, the actors changeโ / But๏ปฟย weโre๏ปฟย still๏ปฟย stuckโ ะพn the same old stage."๏ปฟย Whereโ dะพโ we draw our creative๏ปฟย linesโ ัn this new landscape?
Anyway, just some musings fromโ a๏ปฟย human who๏ปฟย still believesโ ัn the๏ปฟย magicโ ะพfโ a slightly off-key note andโ a๏ปฟย truly unexpected lyric. Not tryingโ tะพ openโ a canโ ะพf worms, just perhapsโ tะพ gently๏ปฟย swirl the conversation!
P.S.โ Onโ a lighter๏ปฟย note,โ ัf anyโ ะพf you findโ my absent museย could you please put herโ ะพn the๏ปฟย first available QANTAS flight? She owesโ meโ a chorus.
Best regards and happy, human-powered (or thoughtfully AI-assisted!) songwritingโ tะพ you all,
Izzy. (I've been Bizzy now I have some time to listen and comment on your wonderfull creations)
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Three words, tre..mend..ous.
Everything about this is unique, your singing, your arrangement, your lyrics, itโs all there. If I could swear, Iโd say itโs f&$#ig terrific.
Excellent, kind regards
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Hi Izzy,
Wow, that moment when the song opened up into the chorus! It made me want to cry. I really enjoyed that for itself and in contrast to the raw, somewhat choppy verses. You've got something here. Powerful lyrics made all the more touching for the unplugged aspect, but I can also hear a plugged in version in my head.
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A very different, but somewhow very interesting song. Your voice starts singinging, when you sing with power. Reminds me of some of my favourites: Velvet Underground, Jonathan Richman etc., but somehow your unique. Anyeays your songs arised emotions, and that's important.
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Izzy, this is really good as is.
Personally I wouldn't change a thing.
I like the rawness of this one.
"Another scandal another war
The news reminds us we're not special anymore" What a fantastic lyric,sad but so true.
It may be raw but it is a damn good song.
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Weโre late to the party and thus read your spoiler post before listening. โNow, where my enthusiastic nod turns into a gently raised eyebrow is a rather specific scenario. When one feeds a few creative crumbs โ be it audio snippets or a well-crafted prompt โ into the algorithmic engine of Suno, and then proceeds to claim the entire resulting masterpiece as their unique, unaided brainchild... well, it feels a touch like dropping a coin into a jukebox and, once the music starts playing, humbly accepting all the applause for having personally composed, performed, and produced every last note of that chart-topping hit. A brilliant selection, perhaps, but perhaps not entirely one's own creation, if you catch my drift!" We catch the drift and the issue we have is that we feel the above is thoughtful and well written - here comes the โbutโ - itโs for us a heckuva understatement! After streaming sucked the life out of independent artists money-wise this technology can ultimately destroy even streaming payments sans it being banned. OK thatโs our drift. So setting aside your remarkably cool little โinnovationsโ throughout the tune it is an outstanding write. โAnother scandal another war โจ The news reminds us we're not special anymore โจAnother scandal another warโจ The news reminds us we're not special anymoreโ Ahhh โฆ the days of Walter Cronkite and no social media. Heckuva project and we enjoyed it and reading your post and the followup. And the session guys and the mix. J&B
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Hi Izzy,
Okay. I see the song as a rough demo for now.
There's a lot of potential in your song.
The chorus is really good, and your voice fits in nicely.
Andi ;-)
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Three words, tre..mend..ous.
Everything about this is unique, your singing, your arrangement, your lyrics, itโs all there. If I could swear, Iโd say itโs f&$#ig terrific.
Excellent, kind regards Lee, thank you so much for this absolutelyโฆ tre..mend..ousโฆ comment! ๐ I appreciate you trying to stick to three words, and then just throwing caution to the wind with such fantastic detail.๐คช As for the 'f&$#ig terrific' part โ I can absolutely feel the conviction behind those symbols, and it's quite possibly the highest compliment I've ever received without a single actual f-bomb being dropped. My delicate ears (and ego) are both thrilled! ๊๊๊๊๊
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Thrilled that the uniqueness of the singing, arrangement, and lyrics all came through. You've truly made my day. โ Cheers Mate ๐บ ษนวpunuสop สzzI
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Hi Izzy,
Wow, that moment when the song opened up into the chorus! It made me want to cry. I really enjoyed that for itself and in contrast to the raw, somewhat choppy verses. You've got something here. Powerful lyrics made all the more touching for the unplugged aspect, but I can also hear a plugged in version in my head. Hi Beth, Wow, thank you for such an amazing and detailed comment! ๐ ๐ผ Okay, first thing's first: Are you alright? Should I send over an emergency-tissue-delivery-by-drone service? My apologies โ I promise I wasn't trying to induce a tear-jerking experience, just... you know, trying to make some music! Though, if it made you feel something that deeply, then maybe I'll take it as a compliment... albeit with a slight pang of guilt for your tear ducts. ๐ โ Seriously though, that's incredibly touching to hear about the chorus opening up โ that's exactly the kind of emotional lift I was hoping for, so thank you for noticing that contrast with the verses. And the idea of a plugged-in version in your head? Ooh, now I'm wondering if that one would require a full-blown flood warning! ๐ง Thanks again for listening so deeply and for such wonderful feedback, Beth. You've definitely given me a boost (and maybe a new understanding of my 'emotional impact' capabilities!). Cheers, Izzy PS Thanks a ton for all your ongoing support of my music - much appreciated!! ๐
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A very different, but somewhow very interesting song. Your voice starts singinging, when you sing with power. Reminds me of some of my favourites: Velvet Underground, Jonathan Richman etc., but somehow your unique. Anyeays your songs arised emotions, and that's important. Oh, thank you so much, Brno! "Very different but somehow very interesting" is a fantastic compliment to start with. I especially love your observation about my voice "singinging" when I sing with power โ it's like it finally decides to really belt it out then! Maybe it's a bit shy until it gets loud. And to be mentioned in the same breath as Velvet Underground and Jonathan Richman... that's incredibly high praise, thank you. To be "somehow unique" in that company is exactly what I aspire to. Ultimately, knowing that my songs "arised emotions" is the greatest compliment of all. That's truly what it's all about. Thanks again for listening so thoughtfully and for sharing your wonderful insights. It made my day! My best to you Izzy
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Izzy, this is really good as is.
Personally I wouldn't change a thing.
I like the rawness of this one.
"Another scandal another war
The news reminds us we're not special anymore" What a fantastic lyric,sad but so true.
It may be raw but it is a damn good song. As always Mario - A huge appreciation to you for supporting my music. ๐ Regards Izzy
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Weโre late to the party and thus read your spoiler post before listening. โNow, where my enthusiastic nod turns into a gently raised eyebrow is a rather specific scenario. When one feeds a few creative crumbs โ be it audio snippets or a well-crafted prompt โ into the algorithmic engine of Suno, and then proceeds to claim the entire resulting masterpiece as their unique, unaided brainchild... well, it feels a touch like dropping a coin into a jukebox and, once the music starts playing, humbly accepting all the applause for having personally composed, performed, and produced every last note of that chart-topping hit. A brilliant selection, perhaps, but perhaps not entirely one's own creation, if you catch my drift!" We catch the drift and the issue we have is that we feel the above is thoughtful and well written - here comes the โbutโ - itโs for us a heckuva understatement! After streaming sucked the life out of independent artists money-wise this technology can ultimately destroy even streaming payments sans it being banned. OK thatโs our drift. So setting aside your remarkably cool little โinnovationsโ throughout the tune it is an outstanding write. โAnother scandal another war โจ The news reminds us we're not special anymore โจAnother scandal another warโจ The news reminds us we're not special anymoreโ Ahhh โฆ the days of Walter Cronkite and no social media. Heckuva project and we enjoyed it and reading your post and the followup. And the session guys and the mix. J&B Janice & Bud, Thank you for those incredibly kind words about my initial post โ you've well and truly caught my "drift," and then some! My "gently raised eyebrow" certainly seems to have met your "heckuva understatement" with a rather emphatic nod of agreement regarding the potential devastation this technology could wreak on independent artists. You've articulated the financial stakes with commendable clarity, and the specter of streaming payments being further eroded is indeed a chilling thought for any creator. My initial musings were perhaps more about the nuances of authorship, but you've rightly amplified the far more immediate and existential threat to livelihoods. But let's pivot back to the music! It's truly gratifying to hear you enjoyed the tune, and I particularly appreciate you picking out those "remarkably cool little 'innovations'" โ it means a lot when the details are noticed! And that particular sentiment, yearning for the days of Walter Cronkite's measured gravitas over today's relentless algorithmic firehose, yessiree! Thanks so much for taking the time to listen, to engage with the post, and for the lovely shout-out to the session guys and the mix. It was indeed a heckuva project, and (as always) your feedback is truly invaluable. Cheers, Izzy
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Band-in-a-Boxยฎ 2026 for Mac - Special Offers End at 11:59pm PDT on Friday, May 15th, 2026!
Order before 11:59pm PDT on Friday, May 15th and SAVE up to 50% on most Band-in-a-Boxยฎ version 2026 for Mac Upgrade packages... and that's not all! With your version 2026 for Mac purchase, we'll include a Bonus PAK full of great new Add-ons FREE! Upgrade to the 2026 49-PAK to receive even more NEW Add-ons including 20 additional RealTracks... that's 222 NEW RealTracks available with version Band-in-a-Boxยฎ 2026 for Mac!
Upgrade to Band-in-a-Boxยฎ 2026 for Macยฎ today for as little as $49! Check out the Band-in-a-Boxยฎ packages page for all available purchase options.
Learn more about the Free Bonus PAK and 49-PAK here.
If you have any questions about which package is the best option for you, just let us know. We're here to help!
202 New RealTracks Released with Band-in-a-Box 2026!
With Band-in-a-Boxยฎ 2026, we've released 202 incredible new RealTracks (in sets 468-488) in a variety of genresโfeaturing your most requested styles!
Jazz, Funk & World (Sets 468-475):
Our new jazz, funk & blues RealTracks include a groovinโ collection of RealTracks and RealDrums! These include more requested โsoul jazzโ RealTracks featuring artists Neil Swainson (bass), Charles Treadway (organ), Brent Mason (guitar), and Wes Little (drums). There are new โsmooth jazzโ styles (4), which include a RealTracks first: muted trumpet, as well as slick new smooth jazz brushes options for drums. Blues lovers will be thrilledโthere are more โclassic acoustic bluesโ styles, including guitar (5), bass (4), and drums (10) with blues master Colin Linden, featuring understated and tasty background acoustic soloing, plus brushes drums and acoustic bass. There are also new electric blues RealTracks, including electric blues with PG favorite Johnny Hiland (3) and soulful electric slide guitar from Colin Linden (4). If you love funk & gospel, there are great new options this year, including gospel organ (3) from Charles Treadway, as well as new funk, tango, and rock โnโ roll drums (3) and bass (1). And for big, bold arrangements, we have uptempo soul horns (4) featuring a three-part hip horn section with options for a full mix or stems of each individual horn โ plus an accompanying rhythm section (4) of drums, bass, guitar, and electric piano!
Rock & Pop (Sets 476โ482):
Our new rock & pop RealTracks bring a powerful mix of requested favorites, fresh genres, and modern chart-inspired styles! We have more of our popular โProducer Layered Acoustic Guitars (15)โ featuring Band-in-a-Box favorite Brent Mason. Weโve continued our much-requested disco styles (10), and added new Celtic guitar (5) with a more basic, accessible approach than our previous Drop-D or DADGAD offerings. There are also highly requested yacht rock styles (17), inspired by the smooth, polished soft-rock sound of the late โ70s and early โ80s โ laid-back grooves, silky electric pianos, warm textures, elegant harmonic movement, and pristine production aesthetics. Fans of heavier styles will love our new glam metal (13), capturing the flashy, high-energy sound of โ80s arena-ready guitar rock. We also have a set of rootsy modern-folk rock (18), with a warm, organic sound combining contemporary folk textures and driving acoustic strumming. And weโve added lots of new modern pop styles (16) โ the kinds of sounds youโre hearing on the radio today, featuring exciting new drums, synths, and cutting-edge RealTracks arrangements.
Country, & Americana (Sets 483โ488):
Our new country & Americana RealTracks deliver a rich collection of acoustic, electric, and roots-inspired styles! We have new country pop (9) with legendary guitarist Brent Mason. There is also a potpourri (14) of bouzouki, guitars, banjo, and more, perfect for adding texture and character to contemporary acoustic arrangements. Weโve added funky country guitar (5) with PG favorite Brent Mason, along with classic pedal steel styles (5) featuring steel great Doug Jernigan. There are more country songwriter styles (8) that provide intimate, rootsy foundations for storytelling and modern Americana writing. Finally, we have โbackground soloingโ acoustic guitar (12) with Brent Mason โ simpler, but still very tasty acoustic lines designed to sit beautifully behind vocals or act as a subtle standalone solo part.
Check out all the 202 new RealTracks (in sets 468-488)!
And, if you are looking for more, the 2026 49-PAK (for $49) includes an impressive collection of 20 bonus RealTracks, featuring exciting and inspiring additions to add to your RealTracks library. You'll get new country-rhythm guitar styles from PG Music favorites Johnny Hiland and Brent Mason, along with modern-pop grooves that capture todayโs radio-ready sound! There are also new indie-folk styles with guitar, bass, 6-string bass used as a high-chording instrument, acoustic guitar, and banjo. Plus, dedicated "cymbal fills" RealDrums provide an added layer that work very well with low-key folky styles with other percussion.
The 2026 49-PAK is loaded with other great new add-ons as well. Learn more about the 2026 49-PAK!
2026 Free Bonus PAK & 49-PAK for Band-in-a-Boxยฎ 2026 for Macยฎ!
With your version 2026 for Mac Pro, MegaPAK, UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, Audiophile Edition or PlusPAK purchase, we'll include a Bonus PAK full of great new Add-ons for FREE! Or upgrade to the 2026 49-PAK for only $49 to receive even more NEW Add-ons including 20 additional RealTracks!
These PAKs are loaded with additional add-ons to supercharge your Band-in-a-Boxยฎ!
This Free Bonus PAK includes:
- The 2026 RealCombos Booster PAK:
-For Pro customers, this includes 27 new RealTracks and 23 new RealStyles.
-For MegaPAK customers, this includes 25 new RealTracks and 23 new RealStyles.
-For UltraPAK customers, this includes 12 new RealStyles.
- MIDI Styles Set 92: Look Ma! More MIDI 15: Latin Jazz
- MIDI SuperTracks Set 46: Piano & Organ
- Instrumental Studies Set 24: Groovin' Blues Soloing
- Artist Performance Set 19: Songs with Vocals 9
- Playable RealTracks Set 5
- RealDrums Stems Set 9: Cool Brushes
- SynthMaster Sounds Set 1 (with audio demos)
- iOS Android Band-in-a-Boxยฎ App
Looking for more great add-ons, then upgrade to the 2026 49-PAK for just $49 and you'll get:
- 20 Bonus Unreleased RealTracks and RealDrums with 20 RealStyle.
- FLAC Files (lossless audio files) for the 20 Bonus Unreleased RealTracks and RealDrums
- MIDI Styles Set 93: Look Ma! More MIDI 16: SynthMaster
- MIDI SuperTracks Set 47: More SynthMaster
- Instrumental Studies 25 - Soul Jazz Guitar Soloing
- Artist Performance Set 20: Songs with Vocals 10
- RealDrums Stems Set 10: Groovin' Sticks
- SynthMaster Sounds & Styles Set 2 (sounds & styles with audio demos)
Learn more about the Bonus PAK and 49-PAK for Band-in-a-Boxยฎ 2026 for Macยฎ!
XPro & Xtra Styles PAK Sets On Sale Now - Until May 15, 2026!
All of our XPro Styles PAKs and Xtra Styles PAKs are on sale until May 15th, 2026!
It's the perfect time to expand your Band-in-a-Boxยฎ style library with XPro and Xtra Styles PAKs. These additional styles for Band-in-a-Boxยฎ offer a wide range of genres designed to fit seamlessly into your projects. Each style is professionally arranged and mixed, helping enhance your songs while saving you time.
What are XPro Styles and Xtra Styles PAKs?
XPro Styles PAKs are styles that work with any version (Pro, MegaPAK, UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, or Audiophile Edition) of Band-in-a-Boxยฎ 2025 (or higher). XPro Styles PAKS 1-10 includes 1,000 styles!
Xtra Styles PAKs are styles that work with the UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, or Audiophile Edition of Band-in-a-Boxยฎ 2025 (or higher). Xtra Styles PAKs 1-21 includes 3,700 styles (and 35 MIDI styles)!
The XPro & Xtra Styles PAKs are not included in any Band-in-a-Boxยฎ package.
The XPro Styles PAKs 1-10 are available for only $29 ea (reg. $49 ea), or get them all in the XPro Styles PAK Bundle for only $149 (reg. $299)! Listen to demos and order now! For Mac or for Windows.
The Xtra Styles PAKs 1-21 are available for only $29 ea (reg. $49 ea), or get them all in the Xtra Styles PAK Bundle for only $199 (reg. $349)! Listen to demos and order now! For Mac or for Windows.
Note: XPro Styles PAKs require Band-in-a-Boxยฎ 2025 or higher and are compatible with ANY package, including the Pro, MegaPAK, UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, and Audiophile Edition.
The Xtra Styles require the UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, or Audiophile Edition of Band-in-a-Boxยฎ. (Xtra Styles PAK 19 requires the 2025 or higher UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, or Audiophile Edition. They will not work with the Pro or MegaPAK version as they require the RealTracks included in the UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, or Audiophile Edition.
Supercharge your Band-in-a-Box today with XPro Styles PAKs and Xtra Styles PAK Sets!
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