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No, I'm not going anywhere, haha ... just a new song, most probably my last one of 2021. I hope you enjoy it - all comments welcome. Thank you for listening - and thank you for having had the patience and kindness to listen to my songs, and even help me along with them with your wonderful and constructive comments, throughout 2021. God bless you all, let's hope for a much better 2022 for all of us. Happy New Year 2022. https://jamesdelsono.bandcamp.com/track/goodbyeGOODBYE When I saw you For the first time I knew that I'd quickly lose my mind ... When you kissed me, And hugged my neck, I trembled, like a nervous wreck ... When you loved me, And said the word, I simply knew not ... how to respond ... When you just smiled And walked away, I tried so hard to hold you back, in vain ... And I just came to say goodbye. It seems all we had ... was a lie. It seems there's nothing I can try To change your mind, to call you mine. And I just came to say goodbye. Please let me go, do not stay ... For, if I hold you in my mind, There's nothing left for me but cry. *** Nothing but cry. ****** Song Summary ************* Title: Goodbye - 27 December 2021 File:Goodbye - 27 December 2021.SGU Key=C , Tempo 80, Length (m:s)=3:48 No intro. 72 bar chorus, from bar 1 to bar 72. Repeat x1 chorus No Melody No Soloist track. Song is saved with Volume, Pan, Reverb, Chorus, Bank0, Style is _PLEA.STY (Plea Southern Soul Ballad) RealTracks in style: 1398:Bass, Electric, Soul70sA-B Ev16 100 RealTracks in style: 2692:Organ, Rhythm ModernPopSlowMike Ev 075 RealTracks in style: 873:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm ModernRnBRockFunkyOffbeat Ev 065 RealTracks in style: 3331:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm JazzyPop16thsMark Ev16 080 RealDrums [in style:SouthernPop16RnB^07-a:Hat, Sidestick, b:Ride, Snare2 ******************* Mixed in Mixcraft Pro Studio 9.
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Very good production. Loved the Sax Solo & Vocal treatment...
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Dear Mr. Delsono...
As I was listening to your song, 'Goodbye', I found myself thinking that if someone were to ask me what single word best described the general character of most of the songs you've posted on this forum, that word would be 'intimate'. It's the impression that I get from your lyrics, which are possessed of a quality of fragility, and intensity, that is unique to you, that make your songs come across as miniature musical dramas of a very personal nature. And then, there's your voice, which expresses a great deal of emotional sensitivity in a low-key way. All these traits combine to make your productions sound like deeply personal experiences for you, even as they create a quiet space around me that commands my attention.
Your Real Tracks selections were perfect for the song -- gentle organ background, soulful guitar licks, and warm tenor saxophone statements really complemented the lyrics. Thank you for revealing another part of yourself through your song, 'Goodbye'!
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Nice singing! The arrangement fits your voice well. As bluage said, the song comes across as deeply personal. Well done! 
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Yeah, I freaked out when I read Goodbye by musician17. So glad you started the post in a way that relieved my anxiety, James. You have such a unique and enjoyable way of presenting your songs, man. Your vocals are always so engaging. You're like a whisper in a crowded room, a calming oasis in a desert of chaos.
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James,
Nice ballad. Your vocals one of your best and I feel you advanced in your technique in recording them.
Good mix. Thank you for sharing.
Misha.
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Well done James. Very emotive vocal that carries the melody and lyric really well.
Good mix too!
Have a fun and safe new years!
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Thank you so much, everyone. I am so grateful for each and every one of you who took the time to listen and comment. You're all ever so kind, so please forgive me if I don't (this time) thank you each in person. They are all very flattering (in the best of ways!) comments! I hope you all enjoy a wonderful and very creative New Year 2022 - I know of no better antidote to the troubles that seem to envelop so many, of late, than music and musical creativity. A special thanks to PG Music, in that respect. Happy New Year!!!
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Hi James,
I was amazed you almost sing in this song. And your vocals are very bright.
That means you are improving more and more in every song. Like that!
Personally I would have given some more volume to the sax and a little less organ.
Have a very musicall 2022,
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Thanks Hans! Insightful, as always. Happy New Year!
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Very nice, James. Breaking new ground in a couple of areas, hey?
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Haha. Thanks, Ed. Happy New Year to you.
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James, your best vocal to date! The backing tracks are super, that B3 is fantastic! Nice sax lead. Super groove also
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Coming on strong with this one to close out the year! I think if you had used fewer chords, like one chord per measure, this arrangement would've been smoother. I could be wrong, but it sounds like you are using two chords per measure or more. Nothing wrong with that per se, but for the mood of this piece, less busy would've been better. But don't get me wrong, you did a lot of good here and the overall feeling the listener takes away is a definite positive.
I think you and I have a lot in common singing. When I use my soft voice, it is whispery (as rayc has described it). However, I also have a gravelly voice that I feel real fake about using, but sometimes works. My point, you may want to try completely different styles of singing if you haven't already.
Great job, look forward to more good things from you in '22!
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Well done James. Lovely backtrack and one of your best vocals.
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My word. Thanks, one and all :-)
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James.
A nice production and vocal.
Good choice of tracks and a nice mix.
Well done.
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James, that backtrack sounds really good! Love that organ! I really enjoy your tunes when you sing instead of talk (even though those serve their purpose). You should sing more often! Very nice job! Thanks, Torrey
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