We enjoyed the lighthearted feel of this and the solo guitar captured the vibe of this line so well: “All dreams and feelings” You’ve painted a vivid story for us. Janice said she loves your short stories. As does Bud 😊 The mix is superb. Pro all the way. The soundstage is perfecto. Great vocals and and an excellent choice of BiaB tracks. And, yeah that D-18. Happy New Year! J&B
Hi, Torrey ! One of your absolute best without doubt ! I do like your vocals so much and the tune has a certain melancholic magic that got me ! Happy Holidays Dani
Hey Torrey, Laurent nailed the parallels; I might add Styx. Great classic sound. Catchy chorus. As for the few and far between, better to put out something this good than a so-so a day.
Thanks so much! I never considered the references that you and Laurent mentioned but I'll take it! TB
Hans, I love every part of this! You've got a unique voice that always drives your songs! I'm a fan! I really like the laid-back rhythm section on this, especially the drum track! The chorus on this is great! Take care, TB
Mario, My first thought was, Jim Morrison has returned! I love the whole thing! Your work with midi is always excellent! i like your voice here and also the tone on that short guitar solo! Thanks, TB
What a great sentiment Marty and the bridge lyric really nails it! We enjoyed the lyric and were reminded of many interviews with musicians. All who lamented those same concerns. You and Dave are in fine form and, as always, work your magic together! Fine mix and supporting vid ... all is so cohesive. Happy New Year! J&B
Hi Hans - many thanks for your very nice comments, I played my Takamine TH-90 Hirade classical guitar which does have an internal pickup (I've changed it)! This tune was recorded in my tiny bedroom in Logic Pro X using a Microtech Gefell M300 condenser mic into a GoldenAge Pre 73 DLX and GoldenAge Comp 54 mk 2, from there straight into my MOTU 828 ES audio card! Same recording setup for the Taylor Grand Concert Custom 12-fret acoustic for slide playing, the piano sound is 4 simultaneous VST pianos and the el gtr is a small mahogany PRS style custom with P90 pickups from www.mojopickups.co.uk (THE best). Hope that helps, have a great 2026 - Cheers from a very cold UK, Carl
The reason I started playing guitar was because I saw other guitarist get the girls! The irony is that the one I married I did not meet at a gig.
I was totally surprised the first time. I knew the girls went for singers, my older sister was crazy for Elvis Presley, but I didn't know they liked musicians, too. On the road in college towns, before DJs took that business, I met and romanced a lot of young girls. It was fun. I married one, and sooner or later it wasn't fun anymore. It was as much my fault, as it was hers. I knew what I wanted in a relationship, but I didn't know what I didn't want. She had both, and I wasn't what she thought I'd become, either. We're still friendly. After the divorce, I was back 'in circulation' but I wasn't interested in getting married. Then I met this goddess who was in another band. We were each other's groupies for a while, both our bands broke up within a couple of weeks of each other. We ended up in the same, new 5-piece band. It turned into a 6 then a 4 and went through personnel problems resulting in us being out of work 3 months in one year. That was in 1985, and the girl, who is a world-class singer and also plays guitar and synth, decided to become a duo. The gigs weren't as glamorous, but the money per person was better, and we both had strong work ethics. I could make backing tracks on a 4 track, Teac, reel-to-reel, tape machine and mix them to cassettes. The only time we've been out of work since, was during the COVID lockdown. I eventually married that girl, and we're living happily ever after. Although I met Mrs. Notes at a gig, she wasn't there as a fan, but as a peer.
I fully understand that and would likely take the same approach 20-30 years ago. However I picked my very first instrument and started on the music journey @ 65 after retirement. I am now one step away from 70 and found out that manipulating audio editing software is not an immediate thing. The more software one uses, the less instrument playing time one will have available. ........
I'm headed to 72 this year. My how time flies. I create the song in BB. Then I open the DAW and insert the BB plugin. I can drag the tracks I want and use BB plugin to add more instrument real tracks. All of that is quick and easy. I still have plenty of time for playing the keyboard, guitar, and bass parts if I'm inclined to play them myself. I don't see that it takes any more time this way. In fact I believe it is quicker. When I need to control the volume of something, in the DAW I simply add a volume envelope and manually drop my nodes. If it's too loud or too soft I can change it with a quick click drag. If I don't like a particular track, I mute it and keep on going. Yeah there's a little bit of a learning curve but once you get the hang of it, it becomes a much faster way to work. And adding FX..... There's no comparison to how easy it is in the DAW. Stacking multiple FX and rearranging the order is a click drag process. 2 seconds and done
I know your ASIO driver should allow selection of the number of buffers. This is possible because you often get different performance for playback versus recording. I am not aware of adjustments for MME or for WSAPI.
My bad! Buffers are only for ASIO and do not work for MME or WSAPI. Sorry for any confusion.
I fully understand that and would likely take the same approach 20-30 years ago. However I picked my very first instrument and started on the music journey @ 65 after retirement. I am now one step away from 70 and found out that manipulating audio editing software is not an immediate thing. The more software one uses, the less instrument playing time one will have available. That being said I have noticed a significant improvement on the BB packages that I have been using the last 5 years. A lot of it has made it easier to manipulate sound dynamics to include as you mentioned above the panning, tone, FX, etc. Always learning, I ran into this video tutorial that covers exactly that...
Also, don't forget about multi band compression as a tool for highlighting or reducing parts of the kit. I've used the ozone multi band compressor for this very issue with good results.
I have a different approach. I don't worry about the volume of anything in BB. I know I plan to move everything out of BB and into my DAW. In the DAW I have absolute control over everything from the volume, to the panning and the inclusion of any and all FX for each track. I've been working this way since forever. I find it easier for me to do everything in the DAW and just let BB make the tracks, which it does exceedingly well.
Chorusless seems to be the new trend for 2026 Good song, I like the contrast between the gentle backing band and the (unfortunately) still relevant lyrics. And as far as production goes, it's as good as it gets. Excellent
Ha! Thanks for breaking the ice on chorusless end-of-year tunes. Glad you enjoyed the tune, B.D.
Originally Posted by Guitarhacker
Cool song. I got that same gentle on my mind vibe that Floyd noted. Mix sounded good
THANKS, Herb! Can't be highly offended by any "Gentle on My Mind" comparisons, that's a great tune.
Hi Torrey, I think I'm a bit late, but never for a good song. And this is truly a very, very good song. In every way: the vocals, the song itself and its structure, the lyrics, absolutely everything! However poignant your words are, it's also simply a pleasure to listen to. I've long considered your choruses one of your strongest points in your songs, and well... they've remained that way! And a very happy 2026! Hans
Good song, and the vocals were not bad, either. The guitar solo put some much appreciated energy into the track, good job on that, too (wish it had been longer). Good work overall!
A great song, Chris, and I REALLY loved the lyrics! The SUNO voice was very good. I did hear quite a few lip smacks which is a problem I've encountered with SUNO vocals. Might have heard some micro-glitches, too. But you know what, it was small potatoes. It didn't detract from a beautiful song by Beaudelaire's standards or anyone's!
Hi Marty and Dave, of course, I think you're the master at coming up with creative song titles! All your songs have that unique twist that only you can come up with. And I haven't even mentioned the song itself! I listened to this song on YouTube a while ago, and now I'm listening to it again. Thank goodness, because it's just a great song that you and Dave can really make. Well, that's why I consult you so often when writing my songs ;-) Happy 2026 to you and everyone at your place! Hans
Thanks, i think this is specific for jazz styles to jazz up en jazz down the chords, and found it in BIAB I am using pop chords related with a popstyle , so they are simpler those chords Could not quick find your post about building chords yet,unfortunately
In a way, it's a cheerful song, Andrew! Despite most of the lyrics. The choruses especially gave me that feeling! I really liked that! I think it's a really good song. I do have a suggestion: Maybe, just maybe, it would be stronger if you didn't end so high too often (sing the endings of some lines lower or neutral). But maybe others here on the forum disagree, or you don't. Then leave it as is, because the song is simply good. A creative 2026, Andrew! Hans
Hi Carl, This is a beautiful, peaceful song/melody. So beautifully played on that nylon guitar. It sounds so close and clear. Was the microphone in the guitar? You're a very good guitarist! All the best in 2026 (and beyond...), Hans
Hi Mario, Your first song in 2026, and with your vocals too! This makes me happy, but you got really depressed. How is that possible? She's gone, you have your freedom and your whiskey. Isn't that great? No, I was joking. I hope you're our sunshine again soon!!! (but keep on singing), A very creative 2026, Mario! Hans
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Good song, I like the contrast between the gentle backing band and the (unfortunately) still relevant lyrics. And as far as production goes, it's as good as it gets. Excellent ![[Linked Image]](https://www.pgmusic.com/forums/images/icons/default/thumbs_up.gif){kind=icon}
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