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Posted By: Al-David Extended Vacation - 10/18/22 01:00 AM
Extended Vacation

Another afternoon throw-together from last month. Has elements of samba, rhumba, cha-cha and fusion. Kind of a Latin Mash-up I guess you could say. It doesn't sound very much like the original style annotated below. Hope you might like it. Maybe a sip of a cold Corona or a margarita would set the mood?



File:Extended Vacation.SGU

Style is _FAERIE.STY (Faerie Sync Songwriter Folk)

RealTracks in style: 2609:Bass, Electric, ClassicFunkRootFiveAlex Ev 130
RealTracks in style: 1262:Piano, Acoustic, Rhythm PopShiningHeld Ev 120
RealTracks in style: 2933:Guitar, Acoustic, Fingerpicking SongwriterFolkSlapQuinn Ev 120
RealTracks in song: 3197:Guitar, Electric, Soloist PopBalladMellowBrent Ev 130
RealDrums in Song: ChaChaFull^1-Sticks,RideClassic
RealTracks in song: 3945:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm FusionFunky16thsBrent Ev16 110
RealDrums in Song: DjembeKeitaEv16
RealDrums in style:BluesRumbaEv^1-a:Tom, Sidestick , b:Snare, HiHat
Posted By: dcuny Re: Extended Vacation - 10/18/22 04:01 AM
Nice mellow mash-up. smile
Posted By: PROJECT M Re: Extended Vacation - 10/18/22 06:08 AM
Hi Al
I just came back from my vacation in Greece
And after hearing your song I want to go back immediately ;-)
Very nice song with a great melody
The guitar solo is really good
Such a long good guitar solo in Biab is not so common

Sehr gute Arbeit Al
Macht immer wieder Spaß, Deine Songs zu hören
Viele Grüße an Dich und Deine Frau
Andi ;-)
Posted By: BlueAttitude Re: Extended Vacation - 10/18/22 06:56 AM
Hi Alan,

Only 6:00 AM here, so too early for Corona or a Margarita for me, still working on my first coffee actually wink

I love this type of groove, cha-cha and rhumba especially are two types of rhythm that I spent quite a bit of time exploring back in the day.

Really well done on all levels, I especially like the solo guitar.
Posted By: rsdean Re: Extended Vacation - 10/18/22 08:36 AM
Alan,

Excellent as usual... Great song and the production is superb.

Bob
Posted By: Rustyspoon# Re: Extended Vacation - 10/18/22 11:17 AM
Alan,
I need that extended vacation so baadly!
Very cool fusion instrumental. Love your arrangements! This is a candy.
Excellent mix and listens very well. Thank you for sharing.

Misha.
Posted By: BabuMusic Re: Extended Vacation - 10/18/22 11:19 AM
Oh, I love this, Alan. Some fun stuff to play and I love all the Latin stuff mixed together. I remember being asked when starting high school what language I wanted to take. I jumped at Latin and was so disappointed it wasn't a music class. The second year I took French.

This is so much fun, and the changes really make it a smooth flow. So relaxing and simultaneously energetic. You added some many important pieces to the band, yet managed to keep them all heard without overwhelming. Very well done!!
Posted By: Bass Thumper Re: Extended Vacation - 10/18/22 02:22 PM
Relaxing yet rhythmic. A very good listen.
Good job on the mix. Enjoyed it much.
Posted By: Brad Williams Re: Extended Vacation - 10/18/22 02:39 PM
Alan, man you've got this instrumental stuff down so well. Great production! - as always.

Brad
Posted By: floyd jane Re: Extended Vacation - 10/18/22 03:57 PM
Alan,

You "throw together" better than anyone.

Your instrumentals always "sound like a song" instead of "sounds like a jam".
The guitar solo is ALWAYS well thought out...like someone actually playing over the backing track...
(Although the ending sounds like it caught him by surprise smile )

Solid mix (always).

A good listen.

fj
Posted By: B.D.Thomas Re: Extended Vacation - 10/18/22 04:03 PM
Perfect beach-bar music...una piña colada por favor cool
Posted By: MarioD Re: Extended Vacation - 10/18/22 04:04 PM
Another excellent "throw together"!

I wish my songs would sound as good as your "throw togethers"!

Great backing track and some excellent chops. What more could one ask for?
Posted By: Torrey Bliss Re: Extended Vacation - 10/18/22 07:16 PM
Alan,

For an afternoon "throw-together" this sounds pretty good! I've never had very good results quickly putting a track together, usually takes a few days experimenting! This sounds great with a real feel-good vibe! The mix is super also! I know when I hit play on your tunes, they are always going to be put together well!

Thanks, Torrey
Posted By: Al-David Re: Extended Vacation - 10/18/22 11:51 PM
Originally Posted By: dcuny
Nice mellow mash-up. smile


Thanks, David. Taake care.


Alan
Posted By: Al-David Re: Extended Vacation - 10/18/22 11:52 PM
Originally Posted By: PROJECT M
Hi Al
I just came back from my vacation in Greece
And after hearing your song I want to go back immediately ;-)
Very nice song with a great melody
The guitar solo is really good
Such a long good guitar solo in Biab is not so common

Sehr gute Arbeit Al
Macht immer wieder Spaß, Deine Songs zu hören
Viele Grüße an Dich und Deine Frau
Andi ;-)



Hi Andi ...

Sounds like you had a great vacation! I've been to Greece only once, and for just one day.

I'm glad you enjoyed your listen.

Ich danke dir.

Alan
Posted By: Al-David Re: Extended Vacation - 10/18/22 11:54 PM
Originally Posted By: BlueAttitude
Hi Alan,

Only 6:00 AM here, so too early for Corona or a Margarita for me, still working on my first coffee actually wink

I love this type of groove, cha-cha and rhumba especially are two types of rhythm that I spent quite a bit of time exploring back in the day.

Really well done on all levels, I especially like the solo guitar.



Hi Dave ...

Thanks a bunch. I've always enjoyed most of the various Latin genres and sub-genres. Agsain, thanks!

Alan
Posted By: Al-David Re: Extended Vacation - 10/18/22 11:55 PM
Originally Posted By: rsdean
Alan,

Excellent as usual... Great song and the production is superb.

Bob



HI Bob.

I appreciate the kindness. Thanks a bnunch.

Alan
Posted By: Al-David Re: Extended Vacation - 10/18/22 11:56 PM
Originally Posted By: Rustyspoon#
Alan,
I need that extended vacation so baadly!
Very cool fusion instrumental. Love your arrangements! This is a candy.
Excellent mix and listens very well. Thank you for sharing.

Misha.



Hi Misha ...

You are very kind with your comments. Thanks so much!

Alan
Posted By: TuneMonger Re: Extended Vacation - 10/19/22 12:57 AM
As others have said, this has a great 'finished product' feel. Very enjoyable to listen to.
Posted By: Scott C Re: Extended Vacation - 10/19/22 10:48 PM
Awesome tune Alan. Guitar was really cool. Love the tone. Excellent production. Really well done...
Posted By: Al-David Re: Extended Vacation - 10/20/22 02:00 AM
Originally Posted By: Rustyspoon#
Alan,
I need that extended vacation so baadly!
Very cool fusion instrumental. Love your arrangements! This is a candy.
Excellent mix and listens very well. Thank you for sharing.

Misha.



Hi Misha ...

I think we all could use asn extended vacation. Thanks a bunch for the listen and very nice comments.

Alan
Posted By: Al-David Re: Extended Vacation - 10/20/22 02:05 AM
Originally Posted By: BabuMusic
Oh, I love this, Alan. Some fun stuff to play and I love all the Latin stuff mixed together. I remember being asked when starting high school what language I wanted to take. I jumped at Latin and was so disappointed it wasn't a music class. The second year I took French.

This is so much fun, and the changes really make it a smooth flow. So relaxing and simultaneously energetic. You added some many important pieces to the band, yet managed to keep them all heard without overwhelming. Very well done!!



Hi Marty ...

Always great to hear from you. I also took French in high school - 2 years. I've fogotten most of it. I can speak enough to get in trouble, but not enough to get out of trouble.

I'm partial to Latin music ... always have been. "Girl From Ipinema (sp?)" sold me. Glad you found uit fun yet relaxing. That's exactly what I was aiming for. Thanks so much!

Alan
Posted By: Al-David Re: Extended Vacation - 10/20/22 02:07 AM
Originally Posted By: Bass Thumper
Relaxing yet rhythmic. A very good listen.
Good job on the mix. Enjoyed it much.



Hi Bass Thumper ...

Glad you enjoyed your listen. Latin rhythms are infectious! Thanks for the nice comments!

Alan
Posted By: Al-David Re: Extended Vacation - 10/20/22 02:08 AM
Originally Posted By: Brad Williams
Alan, man you've got this instrumental stuff down so well. Great production! - as always.

Brad



Thank you. That was very nice of you to say! Appreciate it!

Alan
Posted By: Birchwood Re: Extended Vacation - 10/20/22 06:52 AM
Hi Alan,

A very catchy tune I must say.
And you 'trew'this together just like that in a 'split second'?
But I had to stick with Scott here, first some coffee. After a couple of hours maybe a bit of what you suggested ;-)

I was wondering why Andy wanted to go back to Greece after hearing this song. I was dreaming of somewhere in the Caribbeans...

Enjoyed it, Alan
Hans
Posted By: Janice & Bud Re: Extended Vacation - 10/20/22 06:33 PM
It's amazing how that RT mashup supported by the Latin drum tracks yielded such a cool island vibe. Impressive indeed.

And a pop ballad solo? It sounds like it was played just for this tune.
Actually the whole band gives a well honed group feeling.

No Coronas here but a tip of the soon to come IPA pint glass to ya. smile

Really well done and enjoyable!

J&B
Posted By: PeterF Re: Extended Vacation - 10/20/22 06:40 PM
Alan

A really pleasant instrumental expertly crafted.

You really know how to get the best out of the tracks you use.

Peter
Posted By: Al-David Re: Extended Vacation - 10/22/22 05:58 PM
Originally Posted By: floyd jane
Alan,

You "throw together" better than anyone.

Your instrumentals always "sound like a song" instead of "sounds like a jam".
The guitar solo is ALWAYS well thought out...like someone actually playing over the backing track...
(Although the ending sounds like it caught him by surprise smile )

Solid mix (always).

A good listen.

fj



Hi Floyd ...

Thanks a bunch. Sometimes all the time I have is to throw something together in the evenings. And sometimes it works out OK. Appreciate the comment on the solo tracks. That ending will play all four bars no matter the setting. So, I just did what I could with it.

Alan
Posted By: Al-David Re: Extended Vacation - 10/22/22 06:02 PM
Originally Posted By: B.D.Thomas
Perfect beach-bar music...una piña colada por favor cool


B.D.

Thasnks! I appreciate that.

Alan
Posted By: Al-David Re: Extended Vacation - 10/22/22 06:07 PM
Originally Posted By: MarioD
Another excellent "throw together"!

I wish my songs would sound as good as your "throw togethers"!

Great backing track and some excellent chops. What more could one ask for?




Hi Mario ..

Your songs soiund just fine - never a disappointment in your catalog. I appreciate the kind words.


Regarding your reply to a lengthy comment I made on another forum: Technically, yes, Audacity could be considered a bare bones DAW. I tend to view it, however, as a multitrack recorder with a few whistles and bells.

Anyway, I always appreciate your comments and thoughts. You're a very intelligent and creative composer. I often learn a thing or two from your myusic and other posts. Thanks!

Alan
Posted By: Al-David Re: Extended Vacation - 10/22/22 06:10 PM
Originally Posted By: Torrey Bliss
Alan,

For an afternoon "throw-together" this sounds pretty good! I've never had very good results quickly putting a track together, usually takes a few days experimenting! This sounds great with a real feel-good vibe! The mix is super also! I know when I hit play on your tunes, they are always going to be put together well!

Thanks, Torrey



Hi Torrey ..

I always look forward to your comments. The past two years, 75 - 80 percent of my posts have been throw-togethers with six or less hours devoted to the entire project. I appreciate all those other really comments you made. They put a smile on my face. Thanks again.

Alan
Posted By: Al-David Re: Extended Vacation - 10/22/22 06:11 PM
Originally Posted By: TuneMonger
As others have said, this has a great 'finished product' feel. Very enjoyable to listen to.



Hey Bob!

Thanks for the listen and supporting feedback.

Alan
Posted By: Al-David Re: Extended Vacation - 10/22/22 06:12 PM
Originally Posted By: Scott C
Awesome tune Alan. Guitar was really cool. Love the tone. Excellent production. Really well done...



Hello Scott ...

Many thanks for all that. I try!

Alan
Posted By: Al-David Re: Extended Vacation - 10/22/22 06:18 PM
Originally Posted By: Birchwood
Hi Alan,

A very catchy tune I must say.
And you 'trew'this together just like that in a 'split second'?
But I had to stick with Scott here, first some coffee. After a couple of hours maybe a bit of what you suggested ;-)

I was wondering why Andy wanted to go back to Greece after hearing this song. I was dreaming of somewhere in the Caribbeans...

Enjoyed it, Alan
Hans



Hans!

How are you, my friend? It's great having you & your terrific music back on the forum. Because of two surgeries I've had this year, taking care of my wife, and attending to everyday chores, I have very little time for music. I also write books and have two that need to be finished soonm - one in February and one in March. One is almost finished (need 7 more chapters) and one is about half finished (n eeds 15 - 18 chapters to finish). So, I have to schedule my time very closely.

Thank you for the kind comments!

And ... Andi might know something about Greece you asnd I don't know! I was there for only one day in, I think, 1982.

Take care ...

Alan
Posted By: Al-David ! - 10/22/22 06:22 PM
Originally Posted By: Janice & Bud
It's amazing how that RT mashup supported by the Latin drum tracks yielded such a cool island vibe. Impressive indeed.

And a pop ballad solo? It sounds like it was played just for this tune.
Actually the whole band gives a well honed group feeling.

No Coronas here but a tip of the soon to come IPA pint glass to ya. smile

Really well done and enjoyable!

J&B




Helo Folks!

I Just keep experimenting until I find something that sounds good to my ears, regardless of individual styles. It sometimes works out pretty good. Sometimes it make me laugh out loud! I'm delight the various tracks "gelled" in your ears. Thanks for letting me know.

I'm not too big on IPAs - a bit strong and somewhat bitter for my taste.

Best to b oth of you ...

Alan
Posted By: Al-David Re: Extended Vacation - 10/22/22 06:23 PM
Originally Posted By: PeterF
Alan

A really pleasant instrumental expertly crafted.

You really know how to get the best out of the tracks you use.

Peter



Hi Peter. You are always so kind to my music. Thank you very much for that!

Alan
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