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Caribbean Moon - Co-Write Greg and Tom #366679 09/22/16 07:21 AM User Showcase
Joined: May 2011 Posts: 4,219 Florida tommyad OP Veteran
OP tommyad Veteran Joined: May 2011 Posts: 4,219 Florida	Greg Johnson sent me this idea a while back. I added a verse and tweaked some things. It took a while for this to come together. It never felt right to me until I heard this Xtra style. This will be our entry in the contest. Thanks to all that listen and comment. https://soundcloud.com/tommyad/carribean-moon http://tommyadamsmusic.com/music http://soundclick.com/share.cfm?id=13455048 All Real Tracks Style is _SMBRERO.STY RealTracks in style: 1293:Bass, Electric, TexMexCountry Ev 120 RealTracks in style: 693:Guitar, Acoustic, Strumming AcRockBright Ev 120 (B:eighths) RealTracks in style: 2541:Pedal Steel, Background ModernPopCountry Ev 110 RealTracks in song: ~2201:Guitar, Nylon, Background CountryBrent Ev 120 RealTracks in song: 1177:Guitar, High-Strung Acoustic, Rhythm PopCalypso Ev 100 RealTracks in song: 2157:Piano, ElectricVintage, Rhythm FunkyGroove60sJohn Ev 100 RealDrums: RealDrums in Style: TexMexCountryEv8^1-a:Groove, Shaker & Scrapper , b:Ride, Shaker & Scrapper RealDrums: RealDrums in Song: PopCalypso^1-a:Snare, Closed HiHat , b:Snare, Ride Loop in Song: Percussion Loops/Loop124bpm Conga 8ths 2 bars.m4a Vocals, Tom Adams Caribbean Moon I've paid my bills, packed my things Tied up a couple of loose ends that more than a few years of living brings Where I’ve found the strength Well I don’t know I met an island girl in St Maarten about a year ago In the mornin', I'll be headin' out Down to see my special one We'll walk along the beach without a cloud In the midday sun I feel just like a kid on Christmas Eve I'll be holdin' her so soon Warm embraces and a midnight kiss Beneath the Caribbean moon Long cold nights i’ve seen better days gonna put this all behind me spend some time down south catching rays Have a drink or two soaking up the sun on island time I'll be half baked before the day is done In the mornin', I'll be headin' out Down to see my special one We'll walk along the beach without a cloud In the midday sun I feel just like a kid on Christmas Eve I'll be holdin' her so soon Warm embraces and a midnight kiss Beneath the Caribbean moon So laid back no need to rush let's have another beer Sit and breathe as waves roll in and wash away the wasted years In the mornin', I'll be headin' out Down to see my special one We'll walk along the beach without a cloud In the midday sun I feel just like a kid on Christmas Eve I'll be holdin' her so soon Warm embraces and a midnight kiss Beneath the Caribbean moon ©2016 Greg Johnson / Thomas Adams Last edited by tommyad; 09/22/16 07:25 AM.

Re: Caribbean Moon - Co-Write Greg and Tom tommyad #366734 09/22/16 12:25 PM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 5,575 Sydney Australia PeterF Veteran
PeterF Veteran Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 5,575 Sydney Australia	Tom & Greg There have been some great songs posted recently. This is another one. Liked everything about it,(the performance, (the Jimmy Buffett feel), the lyric, the melody and the backing was absolutely spot on. Superb & clever guys! Peter

Re: Caribbean Moon - Co-Write Greg and Tom tommyad #366743 09/22/16 12:58 PM User Showcase
Joined: Oct 2008 Posts: 19,054 Australia Noel96 Veteran
Noel96 Veteran Joined: Oct 2008 Posts: 19,054 Australia	Tom and Greg, This is a fantastic listen! I love everything about it. The mix and its clarity are brilliant (that's always Tom's forte), the lyrics are incredibly well crafted, Tom's performance is a perfect fit and the melody & arrangement are spot-on. The back half of the chorus really appealed to me.... Originally Posted By: Tom Adams I feel just like a kid on Christmas Eve I'll be holdin' her so soon Warm embraces and a midnight kiss Beneath the Caribbean moon It resonated with so much imagery, enthusiasm and eagreness and it really pulled me into the song; as I listened, it was like I was there A stunning music creation from every perspective! Regards, Noel MY SONGS... Audiophile BIAB 2024 audios on Soundcloud

Re: Caribbean Moon - Co-Write Greg and Tom tommyad #366753 09/22/16 02:00 PM User Showcase
Joined: Jun 2016 Posts: 3,357 Robertkc Veteran
Robertkc Veteran Joined: Jun 2016 Posts: 3,357	Tom & Greg, A great calypso sound that fits your song perfectly. So laid back no need to rush let's have another beer Sit and breathe as waves roll in and wash away the wasted years now that`s a fine idea! Robert

Re: Caribbean Moon - Co-Write Greg and Tom tommyad #366761 09/22/16 02:46 PM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 21,285 Hamlin NY MarioD Veteran
MarioD Veteran Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 21,285 Hamlin NY	This brought me back to my Caribbean cruise. This sounds so much like a Jimmy Buffet song. Loved everything about this one. This is a keeper. Seated at the restaurant, He "Darling can you say something that makes my heart beat faster"? She "Your wife just walked in"! 64 bit Win 10 Pro, the latest BiaB/RB, Roland Octa-Capture audio interface, a ton of software/hardware

Re: Caribbean Moon - Co-Write Greg and Tom tommyad #366764 09/22/16 02:59 PM User Showcase
Joined: May 2008 Posts: 5,063 Nashville, TN Sundance Veteran
Sundance Veteran Joined: May 2008 Posts: 5,063 Nashville, TN	Y'all got the Parrothead vibe going on this one! Takes me away..... Youtube Channel Soundcloud

Re: Caribbean Moon - Co-Write Greg and Tom Noel96 #366818 09/23/16 04:04 AM User Showcase
Joined: May 2011 Posts: 4,219 Florida tommyad OP Veteran
OP tommyad Veteran Joined: May 2011 Posts: 4,219 Florida	Originally Posted By: PeterF Tom & Greg There have been some great songs posted recently. This is another one. Liked everything about it,(the performance, (the Jimmy Buffett feel), the lyric, the melody and the backing was absolutely spot on. Superb & clever guys! Peter Peter, We appreciate the kind words. Greg wrote a great melody and the fact that I just returned from the Keys ( Buffett country ) must have rubbed off on me. Tom Originally Posted By: Noel96 Tom and Greg, This is a fantastic listen! I love everything about it. The mix and its clarity are brilliant (that's always Tom's forte), the lyrics are incredibly well crafted, Tom's performance is a perfect fit and the melody & arrangement are spot-on. The back half of the chorus really appealed to me.... Originally Posted By: Tom Adams I feel just like a kid on Christmas Eve I'll be holdin' her so soon Warm embraces and a midnight kiss Beneath the Caribbean moon It resonated with so much imagery, enthusiasm and eagreness and it really pulled me into the song; as I listened, it was like I was there A stunning music creation from every perspective! Regards, Noel Thanks so much for the fabulous review. That chorus was all Greg. He seemed to know this was going to be a good fit for me. We appreciate your strong support on our songwriting journeys. Tom

Re: Caribbean Moon - Co-Write Greg and Tom tommyad #366843 09/23/16 07:44 AM User Showcase
Joined: Sep 2006 Posts: 2,312 Victoria, BC Callie - PG Music PG Music Staff
Callie - PG Music PG Music Staff Joined: Sep 2006 Posts: 2,312 Victoria, BC	This song is awesome! It makes me want to go on a laid-back beach vacation RIGHT NOW! Love the feeling this gives me: I've paid my bills, packed my things Tied up a couple of loose ends that more than a few years of living brings Great job! This is the "Hot Forum Topic" for today! Callie Marketing Representative PG Music Inc.

Re: Caribbean Moon - Co-Write Greg and Tom tommyad #366915 09/24/16 01:53 AM User Showcase
Joined: Aug 2003 Posts: 3,079 wales gibson Veteran
gibson Veteran Joined: Aug 2003 Posts: 3,079 wales	Tom and Greg, Absolutely wonderful lyrics, such imagery Quote: I'll be half baked before the day is done Half baked by the sun and the alcohol good vocals Tom adding to an otherwise faultless song excellent Alyn My showcase songs My story

Re: Caribbean Moon - Co-Write Greg and Tom tommyad #366936 09/24/16 03:51 AM User Showcase
Joined: Aug 2012 Posts: 11,831 Florida floyd jane Veteran
floyd jane Veteran Joined: Aug 2012 Posts: 11,831 Florida	How could you go wrong with that combination??? Greg & Tom. Sand & Sun. Tex & Calypso. Excellent write, guys - start to finish. "that more than a few years of living brings" - nice. The whole write is Strong! Two strong verses, a strong chorus, an excellent bridge. It is easy to "wander off into cliché" in this type of song. Ya'll never even came close to doing that... Excellent production and mix. The Calypso drums were a perfect addition. A great listen. fj 150+ Songs produced using BIAB RealTracks And 50 more... and some more...

Re: Caribbean Moon - Co-Write Greg and Tom tommyad #367041 09/25/16 02:19 AM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2011 Posts: 7,639 Edmonton, Ab, Canada Scott C Veteran
Scott C Veteran Joined: Dec 2011 Posts: 7,639 Edmonton, Ab, Canada	Awesome feel to this. Loved the vocal, lyric and back track Scott Collingwood https://soundcloud.com/scottt709 https://soundcloud.com/spiritlevel-ca https://www.youtube.com/@SpiritLevel-ge3hm/

Re: Caribbean Moon - Co-Write Greg and Tom tommyad #367112 09/25/16 01:49 PM User Showcase
Joined: Apr 2009 Posts: 9,543 Middlesex, NC Guitarhacker Veteran
Guitarhacker Veteran Joined: Apr 2009 Posts: 9,543 Middlesex, NC	Sounds good to me. Really good work. You can find my music at: www.herbhartley.com Add nothing that adds nothing to the music. You can make excuses or you can make progress but not both. The magic you are looking for is in the work you are avoiding.

Re: Caribbean Moon - Co-Write Greg and Tom tommyad #367151 09/25/16 11:44 PM User Showcase
Joined: Aug 2010 Posts: 6,944 United States rsdean Veteran
rsdean Veteran Joined: Aug 2010 Posts: 6,944 United States	Tom / Greg, Excellent song - love the storyline. Excellent delivery as always Tom - great vocal. Bob Robert S. Dean - SoundCloud Music Channel

Re: Caribbean Moon - Co-Write Greg and Tom tommyad #367459 09/27/16 09:59 AM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2011 Posts: 14,378 GA USA Janice & Bud Veteran
Janice & Bud Veteran Joined: Dec 2011 Posts: 14,378 GA USA	Great tune you two. As mentioned and I'm sure as anticipated there are Buffet vibes here...but they are stamped with a Tom vocal and production and a Greg/Tom write- and those are good things. The write seems so unpretentious -- just a loose genuine good time feel. There doesn't seem to be a lot of that any more...perhaps with Robert Earl Keen and a few others. Another cool collab and a strong entry into the contest! We enjoyed it. J&B Our Music - Audio & Videos

Re: Caribbean Moon - Co-Write Greg and Tom tommyad #367464 09/27/16 10:11 AM User Showcase
Joined: Nov 2012 Posts: 2,360 Middletown, PA. 44kfl Veteran
44kfl Veteran Joined: Nov 2012 Posts: 2,360 Middletown, PA.	I think I commented over in the xtra contest area and forgot to comment here. (something like Buffet-Smuffet) this may be better than old Jimmie boy. Seriously this is an air tight mix, production top notch really good song. Enjoyed it. Kenny

Re: Caribbean Moon - Co-Write Greg and Tom tommyad #367469 09/27/16 10:18 AM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2013 Posts: 6,952 Davis, CA G Greg Johnson Veteran
Greg Johnson Veteran G Joined: Dec 2013 Posts: 6,952 Davis, CA	Thanks for all the kind words! This song came to me when I was in my car. I was parking and heard some ad (annuity, or life insurance) with an acoustic guitar. As soon as the last chord faded, I heard the beginning of the chorus melody (In the morning I'll be heading out). When the melody popped into my head, Tommyad was singing it! I've been a huge fan of his since I started hanging around the forum. I put a verse, chorus, and a bridge melody idea (I think he came up with a better one), and sent him and MP3. He kindly agreed to take the handoff and run it in for a touchdown! It was a pleasure to collaborate. This forum is such a rich source of talent and creativity, as well as just plain great people. Take care. Greg

Re: Caribbean Moon - Co-Write Greg and Tom tommyad #367483 09/27/16 10:56 AM User Showcase
Joined: Oct 2014 Posts: 1,679 Cremona-Italy Sergio Guarneri Expert
Sergio Guarneri Expert Joined: Oct 2014 Posts: 1,679 Cremona-Italy	Great song as usual Tom super rhythm and real tracks chosen. Sergio Sergio

Re: Caribbean Moon - Co-Write Greg and Tom Sundance #367538 09/27/16 03:55 PM User Showcase
Joined: May 2011 Posts: 4,219 Florida tommyad OP Veteran
OP tommyad Veteran Joined: May 2011 Posts: 4,219 Florida	Originally Posted By: Robertkc Tom & Greg, A great calypso sound that fits your song perfectly. So laid back no need to rush let's have another beer Sit and breathe as waves roll in and wash away the wasted years now that`s a fine idea! Robert Cheers! Tom Originally Posted By: MarioD This brought me back to my Caribbean cruise. This sounds so much like a Jimmy Buffet song. Loved everything about this one. This is a keeper. Thanks Mario, Tom Originally Posted By: Sundance Y'all got the Parrothead vibe going on this one! Takes me away..... Just a quick trip down south, Now back to reality. Thanks, Tom

Re: Caribbean Moon - Co-Write Greg and Tom tommyad #367540 09/27/16 04:06 PM User Showcase
Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 7,969 North Carolina David Snyder Veteran
David Snyder Veteran Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 7,969 North Carolina	Love it. As I said in the contest section last week, this is very Jimmy Buffett, and I say that with considerable admiration. Great job guys!! David Snyder Songwriter/Renaissance Man Studio + Fingers https://davidsnydersongs.com/ https://spoti.fi/359Gigs www.davidsnydermusic.com/ www.reverbnation.com/davidpsnyder www.soundcloud.com/davidsnyderchannel https://www.songtradr.com/user/profile/david.snyder

Re: Caribbean Moon - Co-Write Greg and Tom floyd jane #367591 09/28/16 03:02 AM User Showcase
Joined: May 2011 Posts: 4,219 Florida tommyad OP Veteran
OP tommyad Veteran Joined: May 2011 Posts: 4,219 Florida	Originally Posted By: Callie - PG Music This song is awesome! It makes me want to go on a laid-back beach vacation RIGHT NOW! Love the feeling this gives me: I've paid my bills, packed my things Tied up a couple of loose ends that more than a few years of living brings Great job! This is the "Hot Forum Topic" for today! Thanks Callie. I appreciate your presence on the forum. Tom Originally Posted By: gibson Tom and Greg, Absolutely wonderful lyrics, such imagery Quote: I'll be half baked before the day is done Half baked by the sun and the alcohol good vocals Tom adding to an otherwise faultless song excellent Alyn That line comes from years of experience! Actually more than I'd like to admit. Thanks, Tom Originally Posted By: floyd jane How could you go wrong with that combination??? Greg & Tom. Sand & Sun. Tex & Calypso. Excellent write, guys - start to finish. "that more than a few years of living brings" - nice. The whole write is Strong! Two strong verses, a strong chorus, an excellent bridge. It is easy to "wander off into cliché" in this type of song. Ya'll never even came close to doing that... Excellent production and mix. The Calypso drums were a perfect addition. A great listen. fj Glad you liked that line. Also glad you liked the Calypso Drums. Thanks for the great review. Tom

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