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I'm surprised I haven't seen anyone post this topic yet. The other day, I came across many YT channels posting about this Canadian group 'Angine de Poitrine' and its music utilising microtones - in their case, quarter tones on guitar and bass. In this video from Doug Helvering (The Daily Doug), he does a bit more theoretical analysis of two of their songs: YouTube: Doug Helvering - Angine de Poitrine but there are many more channels including Rick Beato, David Bennett, Hawkins Rides Again etc. as well as live concerts and the full KEXP radio performance that Doug took the videos from. Most have been making comments like 'Is this the future of music'; 'Will this take on AI'; 'I've been waiting for this for 10 years' etc. It's not pioneering - I'm aware of at least one band 'King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard' from Melbourne, Australia that have done a whole album of microtonal rock. Who knew. Anyway, it is fascinating to watch and listen to. Whether you like it or not, their musicianship is great and their outfits are hilarious! What do you think? Andrew
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It’s lovely! The transitions had us imagining changing photographs of Leonie moving along with them. Excellent use of the RT’s. It’s not always easy to get a melodic sound like this. Very well done. The mix sounded good to us. Nice subtle dynamics. And it created a great soundstage on our monitors. Enjoyed it! J&B Thanks Janice and Bud. I always look forward to your comments, and you didn't disappoint. I appreciate your detailed response. All the best, Mike
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Ah, just what I needed. Beautiful work, Maestro!
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Such a happy beat and such a morose ending! I guess you planned it that way. Good listen, overall.
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Nice songs, Joanne! I'm a newbie to BiaB and RealBand. I'm more interested in BiaB as I didn't think RealBand was capable of sounding that great until now - wow! I am curious about the AI assisted tools that you used for your latest songs. I'm trying to find that line of what's acceptable and what's not, within my own heart. Do/did you find any areas that make you unsure of whether or not you should use AI? You mentioned some obvious (to me) ones like vocals and musical direction. I'm more interested in something like lyric suggestions or editing, as an example. Thanks!
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This is kind of an extension on the theme of songs about where I live that was the theme in Lucky Man. When I sit on my back deck, and some people here have done that with me so they know, I am glad I don't live anywhere else, especially a city. So, I wrote this and decided to play or program everything myself. The only track that I didn't play is the real track 1945 mandolin. I could have played it too but wanted something from BB in the song. And the drums are programmed with jamstix. Everything else is played by me. Bass, several guitar tracks and the slide. Give me the country Lyrics Give Me The Country Please Sunshine lights the morning Birds are singing loud The sky is Carolina blue, not one single cloud Tall pines swaying easy Wind singing through the leaves And this old heart beats steady where the sky and forest meet. Where I live, the creek runs deep Sun shining down in the air I breathe What I got is heaven and a backwoods breeze I don't need no city lights, give me the country please Concrete and steel, they'll try to claim your soul Sirens blare , engines run, everything is gray and cold I'll trade the crowded corners for a field with endless sky 'Cause you can't plant your spirit where the asphalt never dies Where I live, the creek runs deep Sun shining down in the air I breathe What I got is heaven and a backwoods breeze I don't need those city lights, give me the country please [Guitar Solo] I got somewhere, where I belong Living my life like a country song Wouldn't trade this kind of freedom for anything. Oh don't you know? Where I live, the creek runs deep Sun shining down in the air I breathe What I got is heaven and a backwoods breeze I don't need those city lights, give me the country please Oh, Give me the country please Oh, Give me the country please Copyright lyrics and music 2026 By Herb Hartley Another 100% organic product from Kill Branch Studio Comments appreciated
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It's been a while since I just sat down and played around with BB to do something like this. Nice
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I had to pass through the gate keeper's portal to watch and listen. Luckily it was just signing in - no way I'd provide ID to Goggle & Co. Nice bit of modern, high gain rock in the very popular genre of symphpopmetal with femme vox. The narrative - yes, indeed. The music - fits the genre really well but I'm not a fan of that guitar tone personally. ACE
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NOT Bronksi Beat then? That acoustic bass is really good. A really good package. Nice mix too.
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Somber? Yeah, it suits the who package is a sad reminiscence. Some de-essing would be cool. Lovely stuff.
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Andrew, Thanks so much. We appreciate the listen and kind words. Bob
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yeah, 'let's dance' can mean a few things on this side of the pond .. maybe I should change it to "C'mon now" .. It's still early stages and I don't care if all the Lyrics change eventually, just a fun idea in RB ..
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Thanks for your comments WaoBand. Per the Shut Up and Dance song (if that is the one you meant), I will provide all the details soon in a separate post, e.g. what BIAB tracks used, etc.
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I find that your productions take on a whole new dimension when they're sung. It's excellent, with a great blend of vocals and solo guitar. Laurent Thank you, Laurent! I've just begun a new project with Lucy and hopefully 2 other Argentinean lady vocalists for a different kind of song and BVs. It'll be a rocker, too!
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I use BIAB 2025 but I assume 26 is the same. You can adjust the volume of an audio track by selecting track, clicking Audio, Edit Audio, adjust Volume level of audio track and selecting how much to increase audio
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FYI - Chapter 10 in your 2025 manual shows you how to input notes via your computer keyboard. You may find this a better option than using a mouse. YMMV Cheers I'll take a look 
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What I remember - Jeff said it was easy to add to RB (years back) and I think both are written in Delphi, so ... probably a matter of prioritizing vs possible Help prioritize thru Wishlist
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Hi Rob, yes, you've got rhythm and great lyrics! I noticed, well... we all noticed it, I must say, that you mentioned us in your song too. Now my cheeks are blushing, still with pride, that we're standing there swinging along with you! I just looked everywhere for that harp. However, I only heard the harmonica. What happened here, Rob? (don't take this sentence too seriously) Nevertheless, I thought what you did was really amazing; the cool vocals, the beautiful melody, and the good use of BiaB. What more could we want? And this is meant very seriously, Rob! Hans
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Hi Floyd, I read everything you wrote about how you came up with this song and also about how you transformed into a woman. Uh, only in terms of the vocals, of course! I think the song sounds really great; a good rhythm, a good melody and lyrics (naturally), and also that female voice. The funny thing was that while I heard her singing, I heard you singing too. And it was also funny that I read that Ray said almost the same thing. Oh, and Scott Olson (above) as well. This doesn't mean there is anything wrong with that female vocal. Not at all! It just means that I have heard so many of your songs, and know your lyrical structure a bit, which is why I heard you in it too. I immediately looked up Audimee on the internet. I didn't know it. It looks good/promising, although I did think their harmony examples sounded a bit artificial. I'm going to try it out soon. Thanks for the tip, so to speak! So, all in all, it is a very beautiful song, Floyd! Including that lady. Can we now expect that only female voices will be heard in your upcoming songs? Regards, Hans
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I'm looking forward to it when it comes, Marty. Your scat singing reminded me of one of my heroes, Roger Miller. I wish I could do it. Vic Thanks, Vic. Roger that. Yeah, i liked him a lot too. My favorite sailor shows his skills once again. Pleasant and bouncy tune on the sea of life. I really enjoyed the vocals, scatting and imaginative backing vocals. The uplifting message is the lighthouse, and the words like "Through the calm night, we'll be doing what we please." are what we need to be the captains of our lives. Your slogan seems to be "When you listen to Babu Music it lifts your soul"  Janne Wow, thanks so much, Janne. Love the message in the lyric Marty. Another cool vocal and backtrack. Loved it.. Thanks, Scott.
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What a good remake. I remember it, vaguely. Everything sounds good.
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