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https://soundcloud.com/user-427542889/going-back-to-chicagoBIAB Tracks: LASHOUT.STY Lashout Modern Funk 3112:Bass, Electric FunkOffBeatAlex Ev16 110 3249:Guitar, Electric Background ModernFunkSingleNotesBob Ev16 110 RealDrums=ModernfunkOffbeatKickSput 3251:Guitar, Baritone Electric Rhythm ModFunk1NoteMark Ev16 110 1542:Piano, Acoustic Rhythm PopBelieve Ev16 065 1004:Guitar, 12-String Acoustic, Rhythm ClassicRockStrumming Ev16 065 3200:Guitar, Electric, Soloist RnBPopBrent Ev 110 Vocals: Me ***************************************************** GOING BACK TO CHICAGO Drivin'out of Jackson while the moon is high Headin’ north on Interstate 55 Headin’ for a place I once called home For the first time in a while I feel alive. Crossin’ Big Muddy as the sun comes up The river takes on a silv’ry sheen Glance in the rearview; catch a glimpse of Memphis Fadin’ fast - just like my old blue jeans. Goin’ back, goin’ back to Chicago Where we said our not-so-fond goodbyes Don't know if she'll listen to a word I'll say I just know in my heart I have to try. Goin’ back, goin’ back to Chicago Where we said our not-so-fond goodbyes Don't know if she'll listen to a word I'll say I just know in my heart I have to try. INSTRUMENTAL Friends back in Jackson say, "Forget that girl! Goin’ back to her would be one huge mistake She’s sure to be with someone else right now" But I tell them, “That's one chance I have to take.” I'll tell her that I didn't mean the things I said And I'm sorry that I got it all so wrong I've changed my thinkin’ and I've changed my tune I'm a diff’rent man, and I'm singin’ a diff’rent song Going back, going back to Chicago Where we said our not-so-fond goodbyes Don't know if she'll listen to a word I'll say I just know in my heart I have to try. Going back, going back to Chicago Where we said our not-so-fond goodbyes Don't know if she'll listen to a word I'll say I just know in my heart I have to try. I just know in my heart I have to try. I just know in my heart I have to try. Copyright © 2019 Brian Raynor
My music may not set the world on fire but if it causes a glow in just one person's heart, it has all been worthwhile 
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Your vocal is superb! Great imagery in the lyrics. You've created a nice melodic hook in the chorus. Overall, I enjoyed the jaunty, rollicking rhythm of this song.
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Hello, 'Ghostgum'... Your song, 'Going Back To Chicago', is such a 'jaunting, rollicking' tune (as forum member 'Ezekiel's Storm' described it), that it made me want to sing along with it, as I did the second time I listened to it. Musically, it sounds like the Real Tracks you employed were composed, performed and recorded especially for YOU.  That's how much of a great fit they were with the wonderfully harmonized vocal tracks you 'laid down'. So great, I think, that the folks at PG Music should change the name of their product to, 'Band (Trying-To-Get-Out-Of) A Box'. Your lyrics told a story as straight, as true, and as urgent as the (presumably feverish) nocturnal drive you took down Interstate 55, when the moon was high. Your song has great, folksey imagery in it, too: "...Fadin’ fast - just like my old blue jeans...""...Crossin’ Big Muddy as the sun comes up..."Sweet! Hope the lady takes you back -- metaphorically speaking, but of course! - bluage -
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Thanks so much for the positive feedback.
With a background primarily in 'folk' this was a venture into new territory for me. I must say, there's something truly inspirational about the styles and arrangements in BIAB's Real Tracks.
My music may not set the world on fire but if it causes a glow in just one person's heart, it has all been worthwhile
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Thanks bluage,
With superb backing from BIAB the song almost wrote itself. The music and lyrics came fairly fast (although I had to spend some time with Google Maps to ensure geographical accuracy). Add in rehearsal and recording time and I think we were all done and dusted in a little over four hours.
My music may not set the world on fire but if it causes a glow in just one person's heart, it has all been worthwhile
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Nicely done Delightfully catchy, with a nice upbeat groove and a strong catchy hook. Definitely an earworm. This is the kind of tune that you can't help but smile to. I thought the mix was fantastic too - really professional and concise. Great work and thanks for sharing!
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Deryk
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Hi Brian,
Wow!!!!
This is a great listen on every level. Your writing is incredibly strong, your arrangement carries the listener along on a current of entertainment and your singing is superb!
In addition to the above, the mix is excellent. Everything resonates with clarity and showcases your vocals perfectly.
I really enjoyed where you took me with this!
All the best,
Noel
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Thanks Noel, your assessment is very encouraging.
I thought it was one of my better attempts but was not sure how well it would be received.
Kind regards,
Brian.
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hi brian excellent song really well done love the vocal & lyrics and backing tracks eric
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Thanks Eric
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Really great use of RealTracks! Thanks for sharing with us.
Cheers,
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Nice arrangement, easy confident vocal fits the lyric nicely.
Where we said our not-so-fond goodbyes
Great line.
The harmony gives the song a very "folk" feel.
Very enjoyable!
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Thanks, David. Sometimes song-writing is akin to a pregnancy that requires a long and painful labor. This baby just kind of 'popped out' real easy. BIAB makes the process so enjoyable and I don't have to waste a lot of time telling the band what they should be doing (they know their stuff already!).
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Hi Brian
I enjoyed that very much. A really nice write and an easy to listen to vocal style. Loved the harmonies. Well done.
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Nice song with words that flowed well. From the title I was expecting something bluesy, but it's perfectly fine as is. Really nice voice.
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Nice performance. Good lyrics and the "band" sounds great.
Unusual song for an Aussie address but it works.
Cheers,
Mike
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Thanks, Tunemonger.
You wrote, "From the title I was expecting something bluesy..."
Did I miss something? Should the guy be a little sad that he's leaving Jackson and going back to Chicago? (never been to either of those places myself so I don't really know!). Anyway, I picture him feeling more alive and more hopeful than he's been for a while so I thought the backing should be upbeat.
My music may not set the world on fire but if it causes a glow in just one person's heart, it has all been worthwhile
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Thanks, David. Sometimes song-writing is akin to a pregnancy that requires a long and painful labor. This baby just kind of 'popped out' real easy. BIAB makes the process so enjoyable and I don't have to waste a lot of time telling the band what they should be doing (they know their stuff already!). I really like your analogy - most of my songs seem to be the long painful labor type of pregnancy. Anyway, enjoyed the listen. Your voice has a very pleasant "Willie Nelson" type of vibe.
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Brian,
Well composed, tasteful tune. Nice vocals and clear mix. Listens very well.
Thank you for sharing!
Misha.
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Great funky groove in that style, like made for a travelling song. Catchy sing-along chorus with nice optimistic lyrics. Mix and vocals are top quality.
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