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https://soundclick.com/song/15206362This is another (Gershwin) classic that became public domain last month. RealTracks in style: ~~481:Bass, Acoustic, Jazz Ballad Sw 085 RealTracks in style: ~~487:Piano, Acoustic, Rhythm Jazz Ballad Sw 085 RealTracks in song: ~484:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm Jazz Ballad Sw 085 RealDrums [in style:Jazz#1: a: Jazz#1b: Jazz#1 Harmonica- Me Vocals - Me (kinda meh, plus I missed some notes) Lyrics (I rewrote some lines) Embrace me, my sweet embraceable you Embrace me, you irreplaceable you one sweet look at you And I just had to be yours Everybody points And whispers, that guy - he's hers I love all the many charms about you Above all, I want these arms about you Don't be reluctant, darling Come to your man, please do My sweet embraceable you I love all the many charms about you Above all, I want my arms about you Don't be reluctant darling Come to your man please do My sweet embraceable you
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Rob,
This is absolutely great. You have an almost Billy Eckstine-esque feel in your tone and delivery. The arrangement and mix is also excellent.
You should do a whole album of these standards.
Love this!
Bob
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Rob, This is absolutely great. You have an almost Billy Eckstine-esque feel in your tone and delivery. The arrangement and mix is also excellent. You should do a whole album of these standards.Love this! Bob Wow, Bob, I haven't thought about or listened to Billy Eckstine in decades! Great memory you've got! I'm going to revisit him on qobuz right this minute. Thanks for the good review, you're always very kind and I appreciate it!!
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Very good. It sounded really crisp in a good way. Everything is easy to hear.
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Sounding good, Bob, I like the arrangement, and your vocal works well for this material. Love the harp solo!
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Nice one, Rob! GREAT vocals! Very nuanced with a cool, gentle vibrato in all the right places. SUPER harp work, too. That's always so tastefully done, and always a treat.
Very cool BiaB band and arrangement. Really like the version of the changes you're using here. Lots of delicious harmonic tapestry to work with.
LOVE this sound.
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Bob, a great rendition of an old song that I know and played.
Your vocal is spot on, as is the backing band.
Nice harp lead.
Super mix
I really liked this one.
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I got an " unable to connect to website" message.
I will try again later.
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Once again, really nice use of instrumentation. It's a great title and the harmonica is a treat as always.
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Rob,
Delightful!
Tracks sound great. solid mix.
I love when you sing 'em.
Love the harp. too.
A very enjoyable listen.
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SUPERB. So beautifully done. Bravo.
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Hey Bob,
Your voice is climbing the “better‑and‑better‑er” ladder faster than a cat on a hot tin roof! You’ve snagged the soul of this Gershwin gem.
While I was listening I could see you on a dim‑lit club stage, the neon “Open Mic” sign flickering behind you, a smoky haze curling around the mic. A gorgeous dame in the front row is trying desperately not to swoon, but your understated delivery is doing the heavy lifting—her resistance is melting faster than butter under a hot sun.
Your timing is tighter than a drummer’s snare, and every line lands with the confidence of a seasoned crooner
And guess what? No Suno sorcery needed for this lady, she’s after the honest, straight‑up, un‑filtered Bob, and you’re serving it up in spades.
And that harmonica? It's the Casanova of the arrangement, those “money‑notes” pour out like a rain of glittering dimes that even the most jaded lady could not ignore.
Bottom line: George and Ira would be nodding in approval from the great beyond. You’ve taken their classic, given it a fresh coat of paint, and served it up with a side of “real‑deal” charisma.
A very entertaining listen !!
And the next classic Tunemonger Jazz Album is dropping when ???
Bravo, maestro!
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Great atmosphere. I love this style of music. Thanks for the good time.
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Ha, love it, Bob. When I read the title of your post I was hoping to hear your harmonica and vocal. REWARED!! Man, do you watch the PD listings? Great catch, and I love what you did with it. Terrific arrangement, and my ears claim you didn't miss a note --your feeling washed over any deviation.
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Hi Rob
That’s are very fine Gershwin rendition in style, musically and vocally. Right on the money.
Kind regards.
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Hi Rob!
I've only heard this classic a few times. Your voice suits the song so well - as others have also described. Your harmonica is very tasty.
Loved it.
Andrew
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Very good. It sounded really crisp in a good way. Everything is easy to hear. Thanks.
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Sounding good, Bob, I like the arrangement, and your vocal works well for this material. Love the harp solo! Thanks, Dave! I know I'm not a good singer, so I'm glad it works well for the material.
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Nice one, Rob! GREAT vocals! Very nuanced with a cool, gentle vibrato in all the right places. SUPER harp work, too. That's always so tastefully done, and always a treat. Very cool BiaB band and arrangement. Really like the version of the changes you're using here. Lots of delicious harmonic tapestry to work with. LOVE this sound. Thanks so much for the super review, Ron! I wish I could get my productions more like yours, you really got a pro sound. Maybe one day...
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Bob, a great rendition of an old song that I know and played. Your vocal is spot on, as is the backing band.
Nice harp lead. Super mix I really liked this one. Mario! I'd love to hear your version! You could fill it full of East-West Strings, it'd be awesome! Do it! (Please...) Bob
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