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The Linden TreeA folk song played entirely by Band In A Box. No additional guitars this time. https://soundcloud.com/peterf1957/the-linden-treeVocal & Lyrics Leon Me (some backing vocals hiding in the mix) RealTracks in song: 1592:Bass, Electric, Pop16ths Ev 065 RealTracks in song: 1856:Cello, Background PopCountry Ev 085 RealTracks in song: 1680:Guitar, 12-String Acoustic, Fingerpicking Ev 085 MIDI SuperTracks in song: 1805:Synth Pad, PopBelieve Ev16 065 RealDrums in Song: RumbaPerc^1-a,b:Congas The Linden TreeThe linden tree is clothed in green Always the last to dress in Spring They say it’s a tree of peace and love And a cure for all that ails you I once knew a girl with a crooked smile She knew my secrets, ever one She said I know just what you need It’s the cure for all that ails you The cure for all that ails you The one thing that never fails you The cure for all that ails you Is love, love, loveI once knew a man with a roving eye And a talent to dissemble He wooed that girl with the crooked smile Till he had her all a tremble Oh the cure for all that ails you The on thing that never fails you The cure for all that ails you Is love, love, loveNow the linden tree has shed her leaves And he laughs at her reproaches No more she smiles her crooked smile As the Winter chill approaches Now the cure for all that ails you Is the one thing that always fails you The cure for all that ails you Is love, love, love
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Enjoyed this nice, folksy tune. Thanks for posting.
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Peter,
Very nice arrangement - and a super mix! on this...
Nice instrumentation, too.
A very interesting write - both lyrically and melodically. Haunting. Some very interesting lines..
"I once knew a man with a roving eye And a talent to dissemble"
"And he laughs at her reproaches"
I especially like those...
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Hi Peter,
very interesting song, lyrically and musically. Doesn't sound like a folk song at all. Enjoyed it.
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Mighty fine choice of instruments and the overall sound is excellent. I do think the 12-string might be a tad loud for the voice -- or maybe it should be panned right more (something needs to be panned further right). I like the percussion choice, too.
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Peter, Nice vocals and chord sequence leaning towards the psychedelic folk-rock scene in London in the early 1970's. The lyrics are wonderfully surreal which add to that vibe, man! A beautifully relaxing song. Very nice Alyn
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A very interesting write - both lyrically and melodically. Haunting. Some very interesting lines..
I think Floyd nailed it! Strings are beautiful. This is really unique and well done on every level. Great stuff!! Take care. Greg
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Peter,
I really enjoyed this tune - it has a Nick Drake vibe to it that sounds great.
Bob
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A very interesting write - both lyrically and melodically. Haunting. Some very interesting lines..
I think Floyd nailed it! Strings are beautiful. This is really unique and well done on every level. Great stuff!! Take care. Greg I agree with the above sentiments. This tune also has a Lennon McCartney feel to it as well. You are in good company. Great lyrics. Rob
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Thanks all for the comments. Charlie, Floyd & Guenter - always look forward to your comments and suggestions. Kevin & Greg - thanks for the suggestions. Alyn - enjoyed the psychedelic reference man. Bob - I was going for a Nick Drake feel - unfortunately we can't re-create the vocal style. Rob - Bragged to my wife about the Lennon McCartney feel -thanks.
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Peter, This is very beatlesque. A very unusual chord progression that works to get across the haunting feeling. Nice mix and vocals. Tom
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My impressions the first few beats in were "what on earth is this, I don't care for this one bit". But I stuck with it and it grew on me more so than I would've expected, so much in fact that by the time the perc kicked in I wouldn't have stopped listening if my house was on fire! And I still have no idea what on earth this is 
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Peter, This is very beatlesque. A very unusual chord progression that works to get across the haunting feeling. Nice mix and vocals. Tom Thanks Tom
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My impressions the first few beats in were "what on earth is this, I don't care for this one bit". But I stuck with it and it grew on me more so than I would've expected, so much in fact that by the time the perc kicked in I wouldn't have stopped listening if my house was on fire! And I still have no idea what on earth this is Thanks that made me smile - makes posting the song worth while.
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Great write! A wonderful mix of styles. I hear Beatles, Moody Blues, Pink Floyd, and some Townes Van Zandt.
much enjoyed!
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Very unique mix of textures that drew me in more as the song went on. Well crafted. Nice vocal and harmonies too.
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Great write! A wonderful mix of styles. I hear Beatles, Moody Blues, Pink Floyd, and some Townes Van Zandt.
much enjoyed! Thanks - glad you liked it.
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Very unique mix of textures that drew me in more as the song went on. Well crafted. Nice vocal and harmonies too. Thanks - glad you liked my small part - the harmony (I do my best - vocals not my strong point)
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