New Song - The Grandma Shuffle

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It's been awhile since I've had any time to write/produce. My work schedule has been insane! I had a day off today, so I finished this one up that I started a week or so ago. It's a song I wrote to honor all the Grandma's that I have known. All RealTracks/RealDrums, with a couple fill in tracks of percussion and organ that I played. All the vocals are me (once again, cheap labor). I hope you enjoy it!

The Grandma Shuffle

Here are the lyrics...

The Grandma Shuffle
Words and music Copyright Stephen W. Young

Grandma was a good old soul
Didn't lie, steal, or cheat
She kinda shuffled as she walked across the floor
Sorta mopped it with her feet
I never felt a more gentle hand
Or saw a sweeter smile
When Grandma would sing her lullabies

Everybody dreams of the good old days
When Grandma's shuffle could chase the blues away

We all used to laugh at her
And all her funny ways
I can't remember all the things she said
But I can still hear her pray

Everybody dreams of the good old days
When Grandma's shuffle could chase the blues away

Everybody dreams of the good old days
When Grandma's shuffle could chase the blues away

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And here are the RT's/RD's used...
RealTracks in song: 1844:Bass, Electric, CountryBoogieArp Sw 110
RealTracks in song: 1591:Piano, Acoustic, Rhythm TexasBluesRockShuffle Sw 130
RealTracks in song: 975:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm CountrySwingCleanMuted Sw 140
RealTracks in song: 1924:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm TexasBluesRockSlow12-8Sol Sw 060
RealTracks in song: 425:Organ, B3, Background Blues Sw 120
RealTracks in song: 1283:Guitar, Electric, Soloist CountryShuffleBrent Sw 120
RealTracks in song: 1588:Guitar, Electric, Soloist TexasBluesRockShuffleSol Sw 130
RealTracks in song: 403:Sax, Tenor, Motown Rock Ev 120
RealDrums in Song: BluesRock128^4-a:Snare, HiHat , b:Snare, HiHat Loose
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Have a great day!

Steve

Hey Steve, nice to hear ya!

This reminded me of being a kid knowing I was fixing to get caught at something. Quick, here she comes. LOL!

Great sounding track.

Hi Steve...welcome back! Real nice song...brought back some really good memories!

Hi Steve.

Really nice feel to this track right from the first bar.

A great choice of RTs and excellent vocals with very smooth harmony. The understated Hammond track was just sublime. Listening to the song, I could actually picture the band playing it! All this, plus a mix that's spot on.

Did I say I like it?

ROG.

Hi Steve,

Great lyrics, vocals, harmonies and mix.
I like it.

Guenter

Hi Steve,

what a great idea for a song, love the treatment and the production, very clear mix and mastering, well done.

Steve what a marvelous song, mix and performance exceptional as always! Thanks for sharing!

Hello Steve
Excellent song and clearly written with great affection.
Loved the choice of RT instruments.
cheers
ian

Steve,

Very enjoyable song. Great tracks. Great mix. Terrific vocals and harmonies.
(I just keep the above in a file to copy and paste when you post a song)

I REALLY liked your "economy of words". Say what you need to say and done.
(a sign of someone who know what they are doin')
Must be "grampa/grandma good old days" month...

Like my dad used to say... "Son, you need to come by more often..."

Great job. Thoroughly enjoyed it.

floyd

Steve,
Excellent as usual.Good mix and choice of RT's
I never met any of my grandma/pa's as all departed before I was born sadly, but I can imagine.
Alyn

Hi Steve,

This is brilliant. Writing, arrangement, mix, performance, you've nailed it! It's an incredibly professional sound that you've managed to capture. Seems to me that yet again you have redefined the concept of excellence.

All the best,
Noel

Hey Steve!! I like all your songs but I think this may be the best one. You have such a smooth and relaxing voice. Your music is smooth and relaxing too. Thanks occ

Hi Steve, as usual you have raised the bar again!

Super song, great vocals and backing tracks. I really dug that organ.

Two thumbs up.

Quote:

Hey Steve!! I like all your songs but I think this may be the best one. You have such a smooth and relaxing voice. Your music is smooth and relaxing too. Thanks occ

Same thoughts here.

Later,

Very nice song, kind of country blues! Great job.

Did you harmonize yourself or use a digital harmonizer?

Hey Steve,

Very cool! I really liked it!

So I guess I'll just 2nd all the wonderful comment you've already gotten.

Greg

Josie,

Thanks so much for your comments! Maybe the memories this invokes was because you were such a bad little girl??? On the other hand, all my memories of Grandma are so sweet and peaceful...

MountainSide,

Thanks so much for posting your comments. The older I get, the more sentimental I get!

ROG,

I really appreciate your input! Glad you like the song!

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Steve

Boehm,

Thanks so much for your kind words. Much appreciated!

Fitzync,

Thank you very much! Glad you enjoyed it.

PGFantastic,

Thanks so much, Robert! Always good to hear from you!

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Steve

Sixchannel,

I really appreciate your time and comments, Ian! Thanks!

Floyd,

I am a fan of your work. I really appreciate your taking the time to listen and comment. I hope to have more time to devote to writing and producing again in the near future! Thanks for your kind words!

Gibson,

Thanks so much for your kind words, Alyn! I don't remember my paternal grandmother. She passed away when I was a few months old, but I heard wonderful stories about her. This song is really a tribute to a compilation of wonderful grandmas that I have known (my wife included - and no, I didn't marry my grandma

) Thanks again, Alyn!

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Steve

Noel,

Always good to hear from you, my friend! I trust you are keeping everything together Down Under! I do appreciate your kind and thoughtful words!

OCC,

So nice to hear from you. Haven't seen you around for a while. Hope you are doing well! Thanks so much for your very kind words! My schedule has been so hectic the past year, maybe I should listen to some of my songs so I can relax!

Thanks once again for your generous comments!

Mario,

So good to hear from you! Hope you are thawing out up there! I'm nursing a sunburn here in Texas! Always good to hear from you, my friend. Thanks for the kind words.

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Steve

Danny,

Thanks so much for taking the time to listen and comment! Glad you enjoyed this one.

Paul,

Thanks so much! Glad you like it. All the harmonies are real. All my voice (like I always say, cheap labor). I layer the harmonies, usually 3 tracks per part. Thickens, and makes them sound smoother.

Greg,

Thanks so very much! Always good to hear from you!

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Steve

I like it a lot. As mentioned the lyrics are not over done and effectively create the images. "Perfection is not when there is nothing more to add but rather when there is nothing left to take away." IMHO.

Steve,

Another very cool song. Great job on this - I always look forward to new material from you.

Bob

Sorry it has taken so long for me to respond. Crazy work shedule...

Bud,

Thanks so much for your comments! Glad you like it.

Bob,

Always good to hear from you! As you know, I am a fan of your work. I do appreciate your input.

Steve