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By what criteria can you possibly define a 'best' song?




by whatever criteria you want! It is your ear.

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How can you compare the output of an experienced full-time music business professional with an occasional hobbyist or newcomer to digital recording?




That should be pretty easy. Pick the one you think is the best.

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The net effect of such comparisons would be detrimental for most of the users of this forum.




I guess I don't see this. I think just the oppisite! By pointing to songs that are well written, well executed, and well produced we all have something to learn.

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When Peter started this thread I doubt that his intention was to use it to produce some kind of top 40 of forum members' songs.




I wasn't even suggesting any such thing. Just a shout out for the song you thought was the best done. No ranking needed!


I really don't understand all the fuss over a simple request. I simply wnted to hear what others thought was the best so I know what to aim for. I think other new users and would-be purchasers would be helpd by this info too! Instead what the are going to read in this thread is hypersensitivity. That's a shame!