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I ran an experiment with my MIDI keyboard. Windows 11 was able to add the keyboard as a device, and Fender Studio Pro 8.0.1 was able to access the MIDI port. Didn't notice any hiccups on my rig.
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Be My Reason is an original song I wrote while going through a creative block. As usual, once the 1st lyric is written, the rest of the song comes pouring out. I am but a conduit to a higher song writing power! In terms of production, I enjoy the simpler Americana styles in the BIAB arsenal, as this more suits my own original style. I've used _EARLY.STY Early Morning Folk Rock Push for my beds, and in this recording, played a straight ahead rhythm guitar part on my Gibson Tribute Les Paul, which I run through my Yamaha THR10C, into my Allen & Heath ZED 10PX mixer, into my Audacity DAW. My computer is a Lenovo laptop i7. My vocals are through my AKG C 1000S Austrian made, circa 1987. I'm still having fun making songs about random thoughts! BE MY REASON is just such a song. I shot this video in my studio, live with no overdubs. I present a performance which is much like a live venue show. Be My Reason
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Hi Brain, I just listened to this beautiful song again, multiple times, actually. The AI voices are amazing, or rather, your skills in directing them are simply fantastic! But please stay grounded. As long as you don't speak Dutch, you have to remain humble, right?... And as long as you act like it, I can give you enormous compliments! Maybe only an AI bot could do it better, but don't challenge me. You deserve these compliments, not just for this beautiful song with that moving melody, but for all the effort you put into creating such beautiful songs. From the beginning (or from the moment I heard about you), I've loved most of your songs. To let you in on a little secret (don't tell anyone): you made a song, I think it was called "A Fool" or something like that, that literally moved me to tears. Now you're probably thinking, "What a wimp," and maybe I am, but that's only because I love sensitive songs. But I mention all this here as a kind of tribute to your achievements in this area. Of course, my songs are better, but still... Thank you for your really wonderful comment, Hans. Much appreciated. That really made my day  And moving someone to tears is the greatest thing a musician can ever achieve! And no, you are definitely NOT a wimp. Wimps don't have the courage to talk about their feelings.
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A great song with truly beautiful harmonies. And a fantastic outro. Love it! I think I've told you this before, but just like Floyd, I always see you smiling when you sing. You spread good mood...
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Thank you, Laurent. BIAB helps too. Vic
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Hey Janne, First off – wow. You’ve taken the phrase “body of work” to a whole new, anatomically‑correct level. Watching lungs tap‑dance on a trumpet and a brain wielding a violin is the kind of visual pun that makes me wonder whether I’ve been looking at my own anatomy wrong this whole time. 😬 ... The idea of treating our organs as a symphonic orchestra is clever, a little mad, and exactly the kind of brain‑candy that keeps a songwriting forum interesting. You’ve managed to turn something we usually only think about in medical textbooks into a lyrical celebration of how “the heart’s a human drum” and “DNA is the score.” That’s the sort of scientific‑sweet‑spot that makes listeners both think and feel—and it certainly makes me want to hum “the heart’s a drum” while waiting for my coffee to brew. ☕ 🙄 ... “When Organs Join Together” is a bold, inventive mash‑up of biology, AI, and classic music‑hall charm. You’ve taken a concept most would deem “too weird” and turned it into a compelling, technically solid audiovisual piece that stands out in a sea of formulaic songs. The humour, the heart, and the sheer audacity of letting a lung play a violin make this track a memorable listening (and watching) experience. It’s quirky, it’s ambitious, and—most importantly—it’s unmistakably you. 💯 ༼♥ل͜♥༽ — Izzy Thanks Izzy for the longest and most memorable review I've ever received about my song, including also those cases I have paid for the review. Sorry that I shortened the quote of your amazingly detailed and mindblowing words, I just wanted to highlight the parts which are the most heartwarming ones to me  You have really put effort into your words and I can only bow to you humbly. "it’s unmistakably you" would have been enough praise for my song  Janne
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A very jaunty tune, Arri. Think you captured the intended mocking tone quite well in your music. Nice vocals and playing. The BiaB backing track is very solid. Like Jyrki's lead guitar fills, too. Well done!
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Super song, John! GREAT vocals by Jenny. Excellent arrangement and use of BiaB instruments. A nice piece of songcraft and a mighty fine listen.
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Slightly different sounding arrangement, although not that "soul" in my ears, and not "hip-hop & rap" like it says in SoundCloud, but pleasantly calm pop that describes well that small town boy in the middle of the crowded sidewalk asking "what am I doing here?". The americana band, the lovely melody and your calming voice merge into an enjoyable whole, your voice beautifully expresses the longing desire to get away, sounds quite like a Barenaked Ladies style of song, meant to be a big compliment. Not too long, keeps interest to the end, definitely radio-friendly in my ears Janne
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Windows 11. In the end just copied Realband64 from working PC. NOT ideal as I do not know what else the 440mb update fixed but its working.
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Ha! Well, Rob...you do INDEED have rhythm! Super job on this. Love your vocals and FWIW the superb harp solo does not indicate anything "sub par" to my ears. The 2nd verse is quite inspired. Really like your arrangement and the spacing you used. Oliver's solo sits right in there, too. Great mix as well! Never bore 'em! No, SIR!!!
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Mario, Good one! Nice job on the flute - haunting. And guitars. That nylon sounds great. A beautiful piece. fj Thanx Floyd I'm glad you liked this little quick and dirty song.
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I think it beats learning how to write better prompts to get AI to do it for ya... That's the journey, so far. 10-4, Eleanor-- (a Firesign Theatre Reference.) I think we're all bozos on this bus. Seriously, I never thought I'd be listening so fascinated to such a long guitar solo. Bravo! Appreciate the listen, Opur...
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Andrew, "Will I have what it takes to make the whole world smile again?" Without question. Very catchy. Enjoyed. fj
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Thanks WaoBand I love jazz ballads in a minor key!
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Nicely done, Scott. Very much enjoyed your guitar work in this. fj
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Hans, An interesting write. Good use of BIAB. Very cool BAND. Vocals sound good. Mix is good. fj
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Scott, Salt of the earth start to finish. Good write. Excellent arrangement/production. Excellent vocals. Nice mix. Crisp, clean, clear. Well done. fj
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Mario, Marvelous. You never fail to amaze. A beautiful piece. Excellent mix. fj
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Floyd, As always, thanks very much. We appreciate the support and kindness. Bob
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Chay, Well done. This Rocks. Great drive. Well mixed. Terrific use of BIAB. fj
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Opur, Sounds good. Really like that thud-y bass - drives the song throughout. Nice vocals. A pleasant arrangement. fj
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OH, YEAH!! Love the feel in this fun one, Mick. The lyrics are great, and so perfect for the song. A+ Swamp!! Your vocal's AND fingers really know their way around that fretboard. Really good write and production.
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Andrew, Really well done. Like TM, your lyric and video made me think of The Road. Good write. A haunting melody and a haunting production (love that opening!) Good vocals. Good mix. Thought provoking. fj
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James, A beautiful song. fj
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