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Passing Through Leon generously offered up the lyric to Janice and she developed the melody, chord structure and basic arrangement. Peter sent us acoustic guitar, electric guitar and mandolin tracks and Bud tossed them and BiaB tracks into Logic Pro. We hope you will find the result to your liking! Thanks to Leon, Peter, PgMusic and to you for your time to listen and comment. Leon: lyric / Janice: vocals/melody/arrangment / Peter: guitars/mandolin/arrangment Bud: etc. Vocals: Rodes NT1 > Scarlett 212 > Logic Pro > Nectar 3 Bass: RealTrack 519 Electric, Pop HalfNotes Ev 120 > Waves Bass Rider > Waves ClA Bass Piano: MIDI SuperTrack 2087 Rhythm PopBalladJohn Ev 085 > Logic Pro Grand Steinway 2 > Logic Pro Direction Mixer > Waves Unplugged Guitar Rhythm: RealTack 3162 Baritone Electric, Rhythm BluesyPopHeldEmbelBrent Ev 100 > Waves CLA Unplugged Percussion: BiaB Loop 124bpm Conga 8ths > Neutron 3 Drums: RealDrums NashvilleEven8^2-a:Sidestick, HiHat , b:Snare, HiHat > Waves CLA Drums Neutron 3’s Anti masking feature used on piano, RT guitar, bass and drums. Mastering: Oz9 Vintage EQ > Oz9 Imager > Oz9 Limiter > Izotope Tonal Balance 2 > Logic Pro Loudness Meter
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First up, I love the photograph you have used on soundcloud.
Top marks on the production. Really enjoyed this. Congrats to all involved.
Pretty tune. Thanks for posting. Rob4580
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Janice, Bud, Leon & Peter,
Sonic art...
I love everything about this production. It's hard to believe that this is not a pro-cut on an album. It's just so good.
I'm a fan and would buy the vinyl, CD & stream - EXCELLENT!
Bob
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First up, I love the photograph you have used on soundcloud.
Top marks on the production. Really enjoyed this. Congrats to all involved.
Pretty tune. Thanks for posting. Rob4580 Thanks Rob! Good to see you back around. Bud
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Hi Janice & Bud,
Nice intro with the mandolin. The chord sequence is well chosen with Janice's perfect voice. It's pretty and pleasing to the ear. I appreciated.
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Lovely recording. I can't tell the difference between the "real" instruments and the BIAB "real" instruments. I think that's due to the superb mix. Everything is so clear. Great collaboration you guys. Top notch work.
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Hi Janice, Bud and Bandboys Peter and Leon,
A lovely song you made, I liked it immediately.
I know everyone tells you that, but I am pretty serious now on this!
What nice you could make the band with all bits and pieces from others.
When I heard that mandolin I thought it was a Greek Ballalaika and your song would become a Greek one (where they dance with enormous pom poms on their shoes, the men wear dresses and your crockery ends shattered in the fireplace),. But it didn't!
It was highly entertaining with a very strong performance of Janice. Your voice sounds so very clear in this mix. I am hesitating a bit on my compliment (because I want to avoid 'your best ever'), but these are really very clear vocals!
There is one minor thing: all the songs you sang lately,Janice are dealing with not trustable men. Do you want to talk about that then call me. I am very good at listening (I think).
No, I'm kidding, but that is because this song made me act like this (a Dutch custom).
I enjoyed it a lot!
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I thought to comment on the symbolism of the cover photograph. It does look like Janice is walking towards the light!
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Janice, Bud, Leon & Peter,
Sonic art...
I love everything about this production. It's hard to believe that this is not a pro-cut on an album. It's just so good.
I'm a fan and would buy the vinyl, CD & stream - EXCELLENT!
Bob
Bob, we much admire your productions and that makes the above very special. Thank you! J&B
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The whole team is on top of their game here. A "complete package". There is a "smoothness" that belies the difficulty require to achieve it...
A "pleasant" warning-there-is-trouble-ahead song - both lyric and melody.
As others have said, it is difficult to know where RTs end and "user added" tracks start. Seamless. Peter is doing some of his best work here. Seamless.
Do we need to talk about how good Janice is? Of course we do!! SO, SO Smooth. Always in the pocket.
The mix is so good it's hard to even talk about it. It is just simply "right". In all regards. Each element adding to the overall sound and nothing "sticking out". SO smooth!!...
Pro stuff.
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Very pretty song. Lovely vocal Janice. Peter the mandolin is very cool. The acoustic was very tasteful dancing around the vocal. Loved the lyric. And Bud a perfect production which I am learning is an art in itself. +1 to what Floyd said "the complete package. Well done !!!
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Just a quick word about the mandolin. I originally dusted off my mandolin tuned it and played around a bit.
Not being overly happy I put it away and picked up the guitar.
I then played around withe my Line 6 Variax.
Whilst it does not have a mandolin emulation it does have a good 12 string guitar.
I then loaded a Gibson mandolin impulse response on top of the 12 string (don't ask me how these work) and tuned it like a mandolin. Sounded pretty much like my mandolin - I did however cheat and re-tuned it as a guitar (I know my way around a guitar tuning better -although I mainly played tremolo on one string).\
No miking required.
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As good as it gets I think  Leon, great write! Janice .... well, always great! Just a treat to hear you sing. Peter, top notch work as usual, always right in the pocket. Mandolin sounds great, thanks for the notes on how you did that. Great mix, Bud! Well done all, enjoyed!
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Hi Janice & Bud,
Nice intro with the mandolin. The chord sequence is well chosen with Janice's perfect voice. It's pretty and pleasing to the ear. I appreciated.
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alias JaniJackFlash Thanks and Janice appreciates you mentioning the chord progression! J&B
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Exquisite band, sounds so very clear and balanced. Extra fine lyric delivered with that advice-giving yet compassionate warmth of Janice's voice. Loved the little fills shared between mando and guitar throughout the body of the piece. When they came together for the instrumental solos, some kind of magic happened. Just outstanding all round.
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Everything to love in a package worth taking home.
The melody astride that progression - both are wonderful.
The faux mandolin is terrific...I've used a 12 string to do the same in the past though no impulses...wish I had em.
Top shelf from a top shelf REAL and Real band.
Bud, your ears and taste shine through the mix.
Cheers
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Lovely recording. I can't tell the difference between the "real" instruments and the BIAB "real" instruments. I think that's due to the superb mix. Everything is so clear. Great collaboration you guys. Top notch work. Thank you and your comments on the mix is much appreciated! J&B
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Janice, your voice is outstanding with so many different styles. You could sing a phone book and each name would have its own special feel. Peter, what a wonderful talent. You know I'm a fan of your guitar playing, and that mandolin is perfect. Leon, man, you can really write. Outstanding lyrics. Bud, nobody puts it together better.
I was in a band in the 70s named Just Passin' Through. Everyone but me in the group went on to be quite famous in the some music circles.
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Hans, thank you from all four of us. Bud and I thought Peter’s mandolin and guitar parts were pretty special. I (Janice) keep smiling when I think of those Greek dancers with their giant pom poms on their shoes and I’m pretty sure we’ve seen some of those guys in a travel show.  The imagery in Leon’s lyric was so vivid for me and I’m quite pleased to see you thought the end result of it all was lovely. When I put a melody to Bud’s lyric I don’t worry too much since we have a mind meld but I rarely make a melody to someone else’s lyric and so am always a little anxious. And about those untrustworthy men I keep dealing with, you know, I may just have to call you for some therapy! I tell my sisters that the blues are full of those guys but apparently they follow me around to other genres too. Fortunately, as Bud says, I'm a method actor when it comes to singing and those men are gone after the song is finished and we have been most happily married for 40 years! J&B P.S. We recently watched a travel show on the Netherlands and your pretty home town of Haarlem was featured.
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I thought to comment on the symbolism of the cover photograph. It does look like Janice is walking towards the light! [quote=edshaw] Glad you liked the photo. J&B
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Janice and Bud, by now you both know I'm a fan of yours, mainly because I admire and appreciate music well done no mater what stile, and your productions are always second to none IMHO. Great tune!
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The whole team is on top of their game here. A "complete package". There is a "smoothness" that belies the difficulty require to achieve it...
A "pleasant" warning-there-is-trouble-ahead song - both lyric and melody.
As others have said, it is difficult to know where RTs end and "user added" tracks start. Seamless. Peter is doing some of his best work here. Seamless.
Do we need to talk about how good Janice is? Of course we do!! SO, SO Smooth. Always in the pocket.
The mix is so good it's hard to even talk about it. It is just simply "right". In all regards. Each element adding to the overall sound and nothing "sticking out". SO smooth!!...
Pro stuff.
fj Thank you floyd... we could not ask for any more. Your supportive comments hit on all the aspects of the production that we had hoped would turn out well. Your affirmation that we met those objectives is greatly appreciated. Your mix and arrangement counsel over the years is never taken for granted! J&B
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J&B and the whole gang, this is really, really good! It's a great song with everyone involved getting an A+ in my evaluation! That mandolin was such and excellent choice! The bridge section really elevates this to a higher level! It will be hard to top this! Thanks, T
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J&B + team.
Nice laid back tune. Good set of lyrics masterfully sculpted by Janice. Interesting vocal shift on the bridge. Nice acoustic playing esp. mandolin! Mixed very well, but I do think drums are a bit dry for this. The whole song is dynamic (vocals + instruments) but drums are a bit compressed. Might be my headphones. Thank you for sharing.
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Hans, thank you from all four of us. Bud and I thought Peter’s mandolin and guitar parts were pretty special. I (Janice) keep smiling when I think of those Greek dancers with their giant pom poms on their shoes and I’m pretty sure we’ve seen some of those guys in a travel show. The imagery in Leon’s lyric was so vivid for me and I’m quite pleased to see you thought the end result of it all was lovely. When I put a melody to Bud’s lyric I don’t worry too much since we have a mind meld but I rarely make a melody to someone else’s lyric and so am always a little anxious. And about those untrustworthy men I keep dealing with, you know, I may just have to call you for some therapy! I tell my sisters that the blues are full of those guys but apparently they follow me around to other genres too. Fortunately, as Bud says, I'm a method actor when it comes to singing and those men are gone after the song is finished and we have been most happily married for 40 years! J&B P.S. We recently watched a travel show on the Netherlands and your pretty home town of Haarlem was featured. Hi Janice, thanks for your answer with the funny parts in it. What did your sisters answer on those nasty guys and you. Did they call it faith? But I think you must be a strong woman dealing with all those challenges. Especially the mariage of 40 years is a tough one! I'm close (37 years) and I know ;-) What nice you saw some shots of Haarlem. Well, there is a lot more to see, only no pom poms. I am happy to show you around if that is the case. And it will be soon, I think, because you don't look at travel programs for no reason... Hans
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Dear Ms. Janice... Give me the name of this no-good-for-nothing, 'love-her-then-leave-her' scoundrel. I'll track him down and beat him up for you  . !!! Leon, your lyrics are so emotive that Ms. Janice could've spoken them rather than sang them and still have communicated all the empathy that you wrote into them. Peter, I didn't know you played the mandolin. I applaud the extent of your instrumental talents, sir! Bud, I've detected a signature sound in your mixes that includes everything you and Ms. Janice have posted on the User's Forum that I've listened to. Clarity, presence and spaciousness are what I hear. Nothing but the song comes through. Thank you all for joining your talents together to produce such pleasing musical productions.
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I enjoyed the story and the rootsy folksie traditional sound y'all put together on this one. Josie
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Very pretty song. Lovely vocal Janice. Peter the mandolin is very cool. The acoustic was very tasteful dancing around the vocal. Loved the lyric. And Bud a perfect production which I am learning is an art in itself. +1 to what Floyd said "the complete package. Well done !!! We appreciate that Scott. Peter played the mandolin and acoustic guitar on his Variax guitar. All magic to me
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As good as it gets I think Leon, great write! Janice .... well, always great! Just a treat to hear you sing. Peter, top notch work as usual, always right in the pocket. Mandolin sounds great, thanks for the notes on how you did that. Great mix, Bud! Well done all, enjoyed! Thanks Dave. Glad you like the write and vocal. Janice came up with progression and I (Bud) think it worked nicely. Hey, Peter also used his Variax to play those acoustic sounding tracks. So far beyond me J&B
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Exquisite band, sounds so very clear and balanced. Extra fine lyric delivered with that advice-giving yet compassionate warmth of Janice's voice. Loved the little fills shared between mando and guitar throughout the body of the piece. When they came together for the instrumental solos, some kind of magic happened. Just outstanding all round. Thank you for that most eloquent and supportive review. We all very much appreciate it!!!! J&B
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Everything to love in a package worth taking home.
The melody astride that progression - both are wonderful.
The faux mandolin is terrific...I've used a 12 string to do the same in the past though no impulses...wish I had em.
Top shelf from a top shelf REAL and Real band.
Bud, your ears and taste shine through the mix. Thank you Ray. Janice smiled big time when she read your comments about her progression and melody! Yep, Peter fooled me on that mando and I've played with some of the best. I thought it was a processed mandolin. He also did the acoustic guitars solos the same way. All a mystery to me Thanks again, J&B
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very nice production.
sounds great over my hi end earbuds.
congrats on the female vocs. very very nice.
best to you both.
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A class production all the way!!!!! Well-written, produced, and (of course) sung!!!! AS GOOD AS IT GETS!!! Take care. Greg
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This is an outstanding song. The mix is perfect; everything is crystal clear. Janice's vocals are always exceptional. This should be on the radio right now!
PS - Peter, thanx for the mandolin tip. I have a mandolin but find the frets are way to close for these old arthritic fingers, however I keep trying.
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Great song across the board. Excellent on every level, the write, arrangement, mix, production and performance. So professional.
Super good.
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HI J&B, Peter and Leon,
A very relaxed production with a nice variation on the usual instrument line-up
and some lovely playing.
Lots happening in the backing but none of it getting in the way of Janice, who does
a superb rendition as always.
Good storyline and all wrapped up in a perfect mix.
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Janice, your voice is outstanding with so many different styles. You could sing a phone book and each name would have its own special feel. Peter, what a wonderful talent. You know I'm a fan of your guitar playing, and that mandolin is perfect. Leon, man, you can really write. Outstanding lyrics. Bud, nobody puts it together better.
I was in a band in the 70s named Just Passin' Through. Everyone but me in the group went on to be quite famous in the some music circles. Thanks so much Marty. That is very nice of you and we all much appreciate it. We’ll have to talk about that band sometime! J&B
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To answer your question: Yes, it is very much to my liking. Great arrangement and - as always - a gorgeous voice - it is a very nice track that is pleasing to listen to.
Thanks a lot for sharing - always a pleasure to see what you come up with!
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Janice and Bud, by now you both know I'm a fan of yours, mainly because I admire and appreciate music well done no mater what stile, and your productions are always second to none IMHO. Great tune!
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Mike B. Thanks Mike! We always look forward to and appreciate your comments. J&B J&B and the whole gang, this is really, really good! It's a great song with everyone involved getting an A+ in my evaluation! That mandolin was such and excellent choice! The bridge section really elevates this to a higher level! It will be hard to top this! Thanks, T Thanks Torrey. That was some guitar magic Peter did with the mandolin and acoustic guitar! J&B
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J&B + team.
Nice laid back tune. Good set of lyrics masterfully sculpted by Janice. Interesting vocal shift on the bridge. Nice acoustic playing esp. mandolin! Mixed very well, but I do think drums are a bit dry for this. The whole song is dynamic (vocals + instruments) but drums are a bit compressed. Might be my headphones. Thank you for sharing.
Misha. Thanks Misha. I put my go to CLA Drums settings on the rendered dry RD kit. Dunno. But that’s the first time I’ve used that RD. I’ll check the CLA compression. Glad you liked it. J&B
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Dear Ms. Janice... Give me the name of this no-good-for-nothing, 'love-her-then-leave-her' scoundrel. I'll track him down and beat him up for you . !!! Leon, your lyrics are so emotive that Ms. Janice could've spoken them rather than sang them and still have communicated all the empathy that you wrote into them. Peter, I didn't know you played the mandolin. I applaud the extent of your instrumental talents, sir! Bud, I've detected a signature sound in your mixes that includes everything you and Ms. Janice have posted on the User's Forum that I've listened to. Clarity, presence and spaciousness are what I hear. Nothing but the song comes through. Thank you all for joining your talents together to produce such pleasing musical productions. It's great to hear from you always. We much appreciate your thoughts on the tune and you certainly put a smile on Janice. Peter's magic is beyond my understanding And we thank you for mentioning the mix. Our objective for 90% of what we do is exactly what you described. It's a genuine pleasure for us that you feel like we meet those mix objectives. Thanks for all! J&B
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Hi, Bud & Janice & Co !
My fav tune from this superb combo
is this ! Outstanding is the word
I can repeat - everything is so
sweet and Janice really shines here !
What a superb co-op all through !
Congrats to all involved !
Take Care !
Cheers
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Leon's lyrics are always touching and this is no exception, although it is not easy to follow the changing persons (I vs. he or she)
The melody dignifies the story very well, the chording and melody in the bridge part are especially beautiful.
Peter's playing is enjoyable, the mandolin and the solo part are simple but very effective.
Excellent vocals and very ear-friendly mix.
Janne
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I enjoyed the story and the rootsy folksie traditional sound y'all put together on this one. Josie Thanks Josie! First time we’ve done one like that in quite a while. J&B very nice production.
sounds great over my hi end earbuds.
congrats on the female vocs. very very nice.
best to you both.
om Thanks, Janice appreciates the vocal comment. J&B A class production all the way!!!!! Well-written, produced, and (of course) sung!!!! AS GOOD AS IT GETS!!! Take care. Greg Thank you Greg. J&B
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I don't know how I missed this! It must have dropped to the bottom when I was away in Michigan.
I love this song. Magnificent melody and excellent lyrics/story. The mandolin gives this song a special touch.
Excellent and professional sounding production.
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I also missed this the first time through! I've been super-busy, but I'm glad I stopped in and caught it this time around. Gentle sound, to my ears everything fits together so smooth. It "sounds" simple, and I mean that in the best possible way - all the parts fit perfectly. And of course, excellent singing by Janice.
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This is an outstanding song. The mix is perfect; everything is crystal clear. Janice's vocals are always exceptional. This should be on the radio right now!
PS - Peter, thanx for the mandolin tip. I have a mandolin but find the frets are way to close for these old arthritic fingers, however I keep trying. Thanks Mario! We get that old arthritic finger thing for sure. J&B Great song across the board. Excellent on every level, the write, arrangement, mix, production and performance. So professional.
Super good.
Charlie Thank you Charlie! J&B HI J&B, Peter and Leon,
A very relaxed production with a nice variation on the usual instrument line-up
and some lovely playing.
Lots happening in the backing but none of it getting in the way of Janice, who does
a superb rendition as always.
Good storyline and all wrapped up in a perfect mix.
ROG. Thanks ROG. We much appreciate your comments. It was a fun project. J&B
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Hi guys love the chord changes really good stuff!! in the arrangement, love the vocal and lyrics and mix you never disappoint Eric
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To answer your question: Yes, it is very much to my liking. Great arrangement and - as always - a gorgeous voice - it is a very nice track that is pleasing to listen to.
Thanks a lot for sharing - always a pleasure to see what you come up with!
Take care,
Will Thanks Will. Glad it worked for you! J&B Hi, Bud & Janice & Co !
My fav tune from this superb combo
is this ! Outstanding is the word
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sweet and Janice really shines here !
What a superb co-op all through !
Congrats to all involved !
Take Care !
Cheers
Dani Thanks Dani! Good to hear from you. J&B Leon's lyrics are always touching and this is no exception, although it is not easy to follow the changing persons (I vs. he or she)
The melody dignifies the story very well, the chording and melody in the bridge part are especially beautiful.
Peter's playing is enjoyable, the mandolin and the solo part are simple but very effective.
Excellent vocals and very ear-friendly mix.
Janne Thank you Janne. Those are very kind comments and are much appreciated. J&B
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I don't know how I missed this! It must have dropped to the bottom when I was away in Michigan.
I love this song. Magnificent melody and excellent lyrics/story. The mandolin gives this song a special touch.
Excellent and professional sounding production. Thanks. We all appreciate your supportive comments and Janice was especially happy that you mentioned her melody! J&B [ I also missed this the first time through! I've been super-busy, but I'm glad I stopped in and caught it this time around. Gentle sound, to my ears everything fits together so smooth. It "sounds" simple, and I mean that in the best possible way - all the parts fit perfectly. And of course, excellent singing by Janice. Thank you! You describe our objectives and we are very happy you felt they were met. J&B quote=F.M.M.]Hi guys love the chord changes really good stuff!! in the arrangement, love the vocal and lyrics and mix you never disappoint Eric [/quote] Thanks Eric. Janice was delighted that you liked the chords! J&B
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