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Yep done the same many times. A click was kind of required to sync synths, FX etc, (as well as keep the drummer in time)  Sometimes it was a computer, often a keyboard with a sequencer Problem was, then you felt you needed a backup for the keyboard too (perfect excuse for the band to buy another)
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If you just want to upgrade software, it is only $79. It is called a PRO crossgrade from 2024 or earlier. Ultra Pak (upgrade from 2020) - $299 will give you 2026 software and most of the content released since 2020. Six years of content - is a lot of content!
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thumper. i re-read the thread... sorry you couldnt get rb working with your rig. many of us rb users are working fine....as rob said he has done a ton of songs with rb as have i and other users. often it comes down to settings....difficult to help sometimes if the helper isnt actually there seeing the probs first hand. as ive said rb needs more supporting vids re useage/set up etc. rb can be a tad finicky in this aspect. there are global settings in rb prefs and also track settings. the other daws prolly go for a default settings set up ?? om
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BEAUTIFUL. A joy to see, as well as hear, you. The Joliz choir accompanying your guitar ... wow. The concept of the song, i.e. trying not to drift too far away from someone ... great idea, beautifully rendered. I love this song. Bravi, both of you. Please, please, keep creating. You are an inspiration.
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You are officially a genius What. A. Pure. Joy.
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So the other day I had a half-hour to kill before an appointment, and Barnes and Nobel book store is always a great place to do that. So, I’m thumbing thru some music magazines and I see a big article on this guy I never heard of, Brian Bromberg. The next day I looked him up, and holy mackerel, can this dude make those 4 strings sing. Indeed, everybody in his band has chops. He may be a “bottom-feeder”, but this kind of cream rises to the top. Interestingly enough, I hear bass notes further down than him that he's not playing. Plus I see a laptop on stage that might be playing a low-register bass track. I don't think the dude on organ is playing those notes. Bromberg
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A fun and clever song. Great vocal as always. I also really like the tracks selections here along with the excellent mix. And some very cool bass lines. Nice job! Thanks Bob! I’m pleasantly surprised about the comments on my vocals - I thought myself that they were slightly unstable on this one - I had problems singing ‘succinct’ and ‘distinct’ - but maybe my instability rhymes? LOL Clever, amusing lyric. Love the chorus. Thanks Vic! The lyric was an academic write for me, rather than a heartfelt write, if that makes sense. I have a certain quirkiness in my being, and that has to come out from time-to-time. The chorus is quite simple compared to most of my writing, being just two chords and not much melody movement - this was trying to accentuate the flowing nature of the young lady’s speech and thinking. Thanks for listening! A clever write. Well developed. And well sung. Nice use of BIAB. Cool bass solo/duet. And cool blending of verse and chorus. A lot of work went into this. Well done. And fun from start to finish. Aw - thank you Floyd! I liked the ideas I had for this one, and the challenge of turning those into a musical form. Early on, I also knew how I was going to post this to the forum, using list point formatting for the verses and combined, flowing text for the chorus. I am glad you liked the bass duet. I’d maybe like it a little clearer, but the dynamics range of the bass was tricky to control. At some stage, I will tinker with this to make it more uniform. Thanks for listening! Very cool indeed, Andrew! Especially liked the bullet point sound. Very creative! Nice arrangement, instrument choices and playing throughout. The bass duet is stunning, nice innovation. That last chorus is very cool, ALMOST coming off the rails but staying grounded. Super vocals, harmonies and BGVs. ANOTHER shiny pop gem... I worked the last third of my career in a business where bullet points were essential, and every idea had to be expressed in a one page PowerPoint slide. It was mind numbing, but it did force a real focus on the SO WHAT... Hi Ron! Thanks for noting the bullet point sound via the vibes. I used several devices to emphasise the song theme. I was really happy how the last chorus turned out - the idea came after recording and during arrangement. I simply copied and pasted sections of the verses, then pushed both 15% left and right to give each their own space. Work-wise, I was an accountant that branched out into general management, and policy writing and training were a big part of my role. It’s where I learned to be a clear, well-structured writer, and bullet points were a tool for that clarity - as were PowerPoint decks. Interesting the similarity in our roles. I don’t miss it though! Andrew
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Ray, Never apologise, especially not when something like that comes along. Take care of yourself, and of what needs taking care of, and we all look forward to having you back when the time comes. In the meantime, no hurry, no pressure ... do what you need to do. You've always been incredibly kind to me, so, always with you in spirit, especially in tough times, "musician17"
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Certainly different from what Mr Croce had previously delivered. A clever performance for sure.
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If living now in the 90s, I would buy all CDs by this guy immediately. Catchy pop rock music with excellent lyrics and superb singing. Just few highlights of this wonderful wordsmith: "Maybe life is just worn-out tyres/Spinning out on fading desires/Try to steer, but we lose control/Drift apart while paying the toll." "I’ve learned that losing ain’t the end/It’s just the way the broken mend/The things I lost, they taught me clear — You can’t go back, but you can steer." Great selection of instruments, those guitars create an enjoyable foundation for the song. The lead vocal has rust and worn out feel, the backing vocals are soft, all making the listening experience full of real life. The mix is pleasantly airy, sounding fresh and healthy in this world of ultraprocessed fat. Classic hit material that shouldn't be forgotten. Janne
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Ginchy, Mario! Superb job, Mario. That sax sounds GREAT, and I like the strat tones/licks on the Casio. Nice band, the BiaB piano sounds great, too. Bowzer would be proud.
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Mindless, but no matter, beautiful thoughts from the sixth dimension. Cool sounds, wonderful play, nice effects, excellent mix. I'm floating in the orbit of the planet Mario and the view is mesmerizing, harmonious music in unique colors, the creator of this world knows what heaven sounds like. The BIAB style should be renamed to "Planet Mario Space Ballad" Janne
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Very good rocker, I like how you and Dave shred your days away So many flames and carefree play on the porch that I hope it won't burn down  Dave's once again amazing and your bass and vocals are not creaking, but fresh as a 60s teenager brought to us by a time machine. Keep on rocking the chair! Janne
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Floyd, Thank you. Very appreciated! Bob
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Great catch of the difference between docked and undocked views. Please fix.
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Peter has grit. Throughout. (outro is super) Janice Merritt is THE most exacting singer I've ever known. Beyond amazing. Bass sounds great. Nice drums. A good, swampy write. Excellent mix (needless to say). Superb Music.... fj
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Shigeki Adachi, It's great to be able to hear your BIAB version first. The live band version follows it well - and adds shine. Your players are excellent. Tsuyoshi Tamada does a wonderful vocal. Very nice strings. Good mix. Very enjoyable listen. fj
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Yeah really nice groove you’ve got going there Floyd. Who needs lyrics and vocals when you can play and rock a guitar like that. No Noodling Detected!! Great job, kind regards. Thanks, Lee. Appreciated...
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I like everything about this. Thank you, Herb. Appreciate the listen. The melody matches well with the melody. Vocal is good and conveys the meaning of the lyrics well. Excellent harmony work as usual. Thanks, Scott!
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Dave, Chris, and Marty this is a winner Chris a fantastic write and an outstanding vocal Marty your bass fits like a glove Dave your guitar fills were perfect IMHO this is your best to date Loved it Well, we have done probably 50 songs since we first released this one, but yeah, it's special. Thanks, Mario! Oh, such a terrific write. Chris is quite a talented --gifted-- ingredient. Love that piano. The lyrics are sensational. Thanks so much for letting me give this ne a go. Dave, you and Chris are such a big and beautiful part of my life. The songs are always better with you in the mix, Marty, not to mention the extra fun factor when the three of us get together and work on these songs. So, thanks!
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Hi Donny. Like the easy feel of this and instrument choice. Maybe a little too long waiting for the vocal. Vic
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Thanks. My arrangement is quite different from the standard folk style. Maybe that's why the melody may sound different, although it's the same, taken from Folksongs & Ballads Popular in Ireland Volume 2. But these folk songs are sung mostly according to what the singer like and memories so versions are many.
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Hi David - I honestly thought this one had dropped off the page, so I was pleasantly surprised to see and read your comments! Thanks very much for listening and for your nice comments, glad your ears approved! Best, Carl
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The intro sale for the choirs bundle is a good deal...3 for the price of 2 at the sale price. They all sound excellent. Bravo Dreamtonics. The 2+ years of effort they put into making the choirs paid off.
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