September 28, 2018 Band-in-a-Box® 2018 for Mac Chord List

Ever wonder which chords are supported in Band-in-a-Box? We've made finding the answer even easier with our new Online Manuals section on our support page! Visit the Band-in-a-Box 2018 for Mac Online Manual, and in the Reference chapter (15) you'll see the full list within the "Chord List" subject! Click here to view...

While you're there, check out the Keystroke Commands section - VERY HANDY!

Posted at 01:32 PM

September 28, 2018 User Showcase Song - Over My Head

A co-write with Debi Champion.

If you ever spend any time in Nashville checking the songwriting scene, you will likely find Debi's Writers' Night.
She has hosted the most popular nights for at least 25 years.
It is currently at The Commodore Lounge on West End.
For many years it was at The Broken Spoke Saloon (for reference for anyone who might have visited Nashville in years past).
Almost every writer who has come through in the last 25 years has played Debi's stage.
If you've listened to Country music in that period, you have heard guys and gals who got their start at those writer's nights. Some still pop in to do a round now and again.
Of course, you will also hear a night full of songs that are "less than great" - the majority of writers who move to town will find that they do not belong there - but, you've still got to give them credit for trying - for following a dream.
And a few who aren't ready when they get there will develop into good writers and find their way into the right nooks and crannies...doors do open for those who have the talent... and most will start at one of Debi's nights.
She is a sweetheart - welcoming to all.
Pack your dreams, your guitar and go see her to get a spot...

https://soundcloud.com/fjsongs/over-my-head

The BAND:
Style is _BRITPOP.STY (Classic British Pop )
RealTracks in style: ~683:Bass, Electric, PopHalfNotesPush Ev 120
RealTracks in style: 888:Piano, Acoustic, Solo-Accompaniment PopBronx Ev 120
RealTracks in style: 1270:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm PopUpliftSyncMuted Ev16 120
RealTracks in style: 1948:Mandolin, Rhythm PopUpliftingAndy Ev16 120
RealTracks in song: 2688:Guitar, Electric, Soloist RockBrentSimple Ev 120
RealDrums in Song: PopRock8ths^01-a:Closed Hat, Snare, b:Open Hat, Snare
Loop in Song: Percussion Loops\Loop120bpm Claps Calypso - 16beat.wav
Additional loops from Studio One Professional

Harmonies: the janettes (Janice Merritt and me - mostly Janice)
Another Big Thanks to Janice & Bud for being a big part of my music!

Posted at 07:49 AM

September 27, 2018 YouTube Find - Besame Mucho (with Band-in-a-Box!)

Check out this video recently posted to YouTube by Joseph Dubreuil - with a custom chord sheet and everything! Click here to watch...

Posted at 10:29 AM

September 27, 2018 User Showcase Song - Bubblegum Serenade

Here is track on soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/kjell_karlsson/bubblegum-serenade-by-bonnie-kjell

This is a track coolaborate Internet email Sweden USA
Music Arranger Master Kjell Karlsson Sweden
Lyric Vocal Bonnie Nadine Newman USA

I use Band in The box 2018
RealTracks in style: 2958:Bass, Acoustic, SmoothCoolNeil Sw16 075
RealTracks in style: 1995:Piano, Acoustic

Mix in studio one
use Fx from Toontrack and Fx from Studio one
End master over emastered.com

About Bonnie and Kjell
I have used band in the box since version 10 one of my favorite program. Composing music uses Band in The Box as the start to add basics. I'm seriously sighted using leader dogs have multiple cancer diagnoses so Band in The box is an opportunity to meet other musicians over the internet. Has made many songs through different sites.

Posted at 09:50 AM

September 26, 2018 Time is Running Out... the Xtra Styles PAK 5 Song Contest Ends September 30th!

Our Xtra Styles PAK 5 Song Contest, with your chance to WIN one of 4 prizes of $150, ends on September 30th!

Right now we have 49 song entries - great job everyone! Have a listen to these entries, or submit your own song, here.

Contest Rules:
-You must own Band-in-a-Box® 2018 along with one or more of the Xtra Styles PAK 5 packages (Country, Jazz, Rock-Pop, MIDI).
-The song you submit must be your own original composition. This could be simply typing in chords to your song and pressing play, but you may also add additional instruments, solo, and/or melody.
-Public domain songs will be accepted.
-Multiple entries are permitted.
-Submit your song to the "Xtra Styles 5 Contest" forum, before the deadline. (This contest runs until September 30th)

For complete information on this contest, click here.

Posted at 08:34 AM

September 26, 2018 User Showcase Song - Bolero de Raquel

Just for fun... as always..
Bolero de Raquel: https://soundcloud.com/ermar-gamar/bolero-de-raquel

****** Song Summary *************
Title: Bolero2.sty demo
File:Bolero.MGU
Key=Am , Tempo 85, Length (m:s)=3:00
4 bar intro, 56 bar chorus, from bar 5 to bar 60. Repeat x1 chorus
Melody has 174 notes, Melody harmony is < no harmony >(0)
No Soloist track.
Song is saved with Volume, Pan, Reverb, Chorus, Bank0,
Song is saved with bar changes for Volume Changes,
Style is -BOLERO2.STY (Bolero2 - Latin Bolero)
Style MIDI Instruments are : Finger Electric Bass (34), Pad-New Age (89), Nylon String Guitar (25), Slow Strings (50),
RealDrums in style: BossaBrushes: a: Sidestick Brushes b: Sidestick, Ride

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Posted at 08:27 AM

September 26, 2018 Starting Young with Band-in-a-Box®

Look at what we came across! The site https://www.thelineofbestfit.com/ posted this interview with Norway's Lido, which includes the following:

Question: How did you get into producing?

Lido: "Growing up in the mountains on the west coast of Norway there wasn’t very much to do. My dad downloaded this music making software for me on his computer, I think it was called “band in a box”. I just started making beats on there, I was about nine at the time. I didn’t realise I was producing, it felt more like a video game. It wasn’t until I got Cubase when I was 11 that I really started producing."

How great is that!?!

Posted at 08:13 AM

September 25, 2018 National One-Hit Wonder Day!

Today is NATIONAL ONE-HIT WONDER DAY!

Have you ever created a "one-hit wonder" (that you'll admit to)? Post it to this thread - we'd love to hear it!

Posted at 08:47 AM

September 25, 2018 User Showcase Song - The Outpost

100% BIAB Instrumental

https://soundcloud.com/randycarver/the-outpost

RealTracks in style: ~518:Bass, Electric, Pop HalfNotes Ev 085
RealTracks in style: ~365:Guitar, Acoustic, Fingerpicking Ev 085
RealTracks in style: ~362:Guitar, Acoustic, Strumming Ev 085
RealTracks in song: 1705:Guitar, Electric, Soloist CountryBrent Ev 085
RealTracks in song: ~578:Harmonica, Background Blues BB Ev 085
RealDrums in style: NashvilleEven8^2-a:Sidestick, HiHat , b:Snare, HiHat

Posted at 08:37 AM

September 24, 2018 User Showcase Song - Hens Night '68

This is Stefan from Frankfurt, Germany. I’m 67 and now that I’m retired I spend quite some time writing (admittedly not very romantic) songs and wrap them in (hopefully funny) videos.

I started working with BB/RB and Camtasia for the videos in December 2015 and though I’m not quite sure whether my stuff can compete with the great material I regularly find here I finally dare to present one of my songs/videos here, too.

Click here to listen...

HENS NIGHT '68

The link will take you to the respective page of my website where you will find the MP3 and the video; just click the UK flag to switch to English.

Here’s some info about the song:

a) BB style: _CTPN165.STY - didn't change much, if I remember it correctly

b) Horns arrangement: Used the RB Piano Rol (I’m actually a guitarist, not a keyboard player), then using the Big Fish Vintage Horns via Kontakt 5.

Would be very happy if you enjoyed my stuff at least a bit..

Posted at 09:41 AM

September 24, 2018 Complete RealBand 2018 Users Guide - Interactive Online Version Available!

Visit our Online Manuals support page, and you'll find our latest addition - the online manual for the RealBand 2018 for Windows User's Guide!

www.pgmusic.com/manuals/rb2018full/index.htm

Just like the other Online Manuals now available on our Support page, this User's Guide can be easily navigated by chapter, or using the main Table of Contents window!

Posted at 09:39 AM

September 24, 2018 Band-in-a-Box® Testimonial Video - Endorsing Artist Steve Wallace

Check out the latest Band-in-a-Box® Testimonial Video from endorsing artist Steve Wallace!
www.pgmusic.com/?vid=6QcPF5cQjKw

"With the vast array of RealTracks and styles offered, Band-in-a-Box is a phenomenal program that can help any musician and composer hone their skills."
-Steve Wallace

Posted at 08:14 AM

September 21, 2018 Band-in-a-Box® 2018 for Mac review on www.guitaren.dk!

www.guitaren.dk has recently reviewed Band-in-a-Box® 2018 for Mac, which can be read here.

Summary:

"Our conclusion is that this is a very serious and well done piece of software.The program is fast and flawless and you'll very quick get impressive results just typing the name of the chords. The new functions are exiting and worthy to be includes in this anniversary upgrade.
We were very impressed by the MIDI SuperTracks, which is simply brilliant. It’s a function in Band-in-a-Box that's here to stay.
It's amazing that the programs feel is so fresh and innovative after 30 years. This version is better than ever and should be a in every home studio or pro studio... Congratulations with the anniversary! We love you as the ex-wife we did not know we were missing."

Posted at 09:16 AM

September 21, 2018 User Showcase Song - Cast the First Stone

Wrote the song a couple of months ago. I had the idea, ie, the first line of the chorus and its short melody snippet … for quite a while. Had a conversation with a friend about life and understanding and giving people a pass for some of their failures … which inspired me to really try to flesh the idea out, and this is what came of it.

https://soundcloud.com/phil-leith/cast-the-first-stone

****** Song Summary *************
Title: Cast the First Stone
File:Cast the First Stone.SGU
Key=D , Tempo 90, Length (m:s)=4:29
No intro. 99 bar chorus, from bar 1 to bar 99. Repeat x1 chorus
No Melody
Soloist track has 812 notes, Soloist harmony is < no harmony >(0)
Song is saved with Volume, Pan, Reverb, Chorus, Bank0,
Style is _GETAMP.STY (Ev Pop Country w Amplitube Solo)

RealTracks in style: 366:Bass, Electric, Country Ev 065
RealTracks in style: 2829:Guitar, Electric, Soloist CountryPopBrent12-key Ev 085
RealTracks in style: ~362:Guitar, Acoustic, Strumming Ev 085
RealTracks in style: ~365:Guitar, Acoustic, Fingerpicking Ev 085
RealTracks in song: 2690:Guitar, Electric, Soloist Slow16thsPopBrentSimple Ev16 075
RealDrums in Song: CountryPopBallad^01-a:Kick, HiHat , b:Snare, HiHat

Posted at 08:57 AM

September 20, 2018 Band-in-a-Box®: Part of The Ultimate Desktop Guitar Practice Rig!

Check out the latest Sweetwater article from Mitch Gallagher: "The Ultimate Desktop Guitar Practice Rig" - he's included Band-in-a-Box!

"The king of backing track creation, in my opinion, is Band-in-a-Box (BIAB). It can do everything from country to jazz to metal, with a huge array of instruments and options. There is a great selection of songs and BIAB tracks available for free on the web, so you don’t even have to make your own."
-Mitch Gallagher
www.sweetwater.com

Posted at 10:10 AM

September 20, 2018 User Showcase Song - All That is Good

It's been a while since my last post. Here is another song I've written

All That Is Good: https://soundcloud.com/froilan-g-villegas/all-that-is-good?in=froilan-g-villegas/sets/my-songs

I hope you like it!
Here are the details:

Style is _LONESON.STY

RealTracks in style: ~2474:Bass, Acoustic, Held Ev 085
RealTracks in style: ~2505:Piano, Electric, HeldChords 085
RealTracks in style: 2914:Guitar, Acoustic, Fingerpicking Folky16thsBrent Ev16 085
RealTracks in song: 2334:String Quartet, Rhythm PopChamber Ev 085
RealTracks in song: 2008:Fiddle, Soloist CountryWorkinRob Ev16 090
RealTracks in song: 3068:Multi[Whole Song] VocalAahs Pop3ptMaleLow1 85, VocalAahs Pop3ptMaleHigh1 85,
RealTracks in song: 3063:Vocal Aahs, Rhythm Pop3-part Ev 085
Vocals and mixing were done in Logic Pro X.

Posted at 09:56 AM

September 19, 2018 User Showcase Song - If I Was a Dog

Hello forum friends! One of the things I like almost as much as music is humor. I rarely mix the two....this song being a rare exception. One day I woke up and this line came into my head (title). I thought that was really weird but I decided I was just going to write and see what happened. This did. Hope you get a chuckle out of it.

https://soundcloud.com/gjohnson-2/ifiwasadog

Posted at 10:00 AM

September 18, 2018 User Showcase Song - Skeptical Friends

Many of friends told me not to buy BiaB during this summer. They told me that I would not be able to make modern dance/house-music with this software. Here's my answer:

https://soundcloud.com/user-656274325/skeptical-friends

Only using the _Electro.sty - no extra VI's added. Just a nice arrangement of chords... I love BiaB!

Posted at 07:17 AM

September 17, 2018 User Showcase Song - Sharing Air

During my couple of weeks lying low an occasional collaborator contacted me and asked to sing on a song I'd written.
Naturally i agreed as it had languished for a year or more almost finished but weighed down by my sorry guide vocal.
https://soundcloud.com/rayc/mst-1-sharing-air-pygmy-beat-extended-feat-trudy-james
Trudy Fielding emailed her part and it took only a little remixing to get it to sit in the backing. She did a lovely job of double tracking the chorus and I added a little ADT to that 2nd take to make the most of it. James Dodd recorded the solo almost a year ago and did so to match the very reverby,delayed, pingpong nature of the backing. He used his custom Crimson guitar (they're on Youtube - Crimson Guitars check out their beautiful hand made guitars - custom and line items).
BIAB drums came through really well in this track which has more than a touch of psychedelia and lush swirl.
BIAB drum - British of some sort with a cut'n'paste to the ending.
Fender Squire Mustang guitar through
Mel9 pedal (high & low chorus fx), Yamaha FX500 (Soft Focus), Pignose 7-100 amp, 57 & e609 mics. Vantage Bass through a BDI21 DI.
Recorded and mixed in Reaper. SHARING AIR

Posted at 09:25 AM

September 14, 2018 User Showcase Song - The Ark

Homage to Jean Vanier, founder of L'Arche, who founded L'Arche--group homes for developmentally disabled adults who previously were kept at home "in the dark".

https://soundcloud.com/tanomusic/the-ark-1

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Style=BOSALITE
RT Rhythm Section: 464 Bass, 470 Piano, 467 Elec Guitar + BossaBrushes RD
Solo's: Accordion 1752, Bass 473

Posted at 11:11 AM

September 13, 2018 #TBT - The First Audiophile Edition

A blast from the past... the introduction of the Audiophile Edition with Band-in-a-Box 2008.5!

The first Audiophile purchase included the WAV files for all the RealTracks & RealDrums that were available at that time: RealTracks Sets 1-9 and RealDrums Sets 1-20. It shipped pre-installed on a 250GB USB hard drive - take a look...

Wondering what else was introduced with Band-in-a-Box 2008.5? Click here to see the "Band-in-a-Box 2008.5 New Features List."

Posted at 02:03 PM

September 13, 2018 User Showcase Song - Falling Horses

Here's something new and a bit folky…

This is called Falling Horses: https://soundcloud.com/user-157357144/falling-horses

All BIAB Tracks:
2474: Bass, Acoustic, Held, Ev 085
2505: Piano, Electric, HeldChords 085
2914: Guitar, Acoustic, Fingerpicking Folky16thsBrent
RealDrums: PopPromiseEv16 Snare on 4

As always - thanks for listening!

Posted at 01:24 PM

September 12, 2018 User Showcase Song - White Line Lullaby

Traveling.
Moving on.
Leaving.

WHITE LINE LULLABY: https://soundcloud.com/fjsongs/white-line-lullaby

The BAND:

RealTracks in style: ~~519:Bass, Electric, Pop HalfNotes Ev 120
RealTracks in song: ~702:Guitar, Acoustic, Strumming Spirited Ev 065
RealTracks in song: 2448:Guitar, Electric, Background, PopDreamyBrent Ev 085 (half time)
RealTracks in song: 1601:Mandolin, Rhythm Pop16Melodic Ev 065
RealTracks in song: 2035:Mandolin, Soloist CountryAndy Ev 120
RealTracks in song: 2201:Guitar, Nylon, Background CountryBrent Ev 120

Posted at 10:44 AM

September 12, 2018 RealBand 2018 Interactive Online Upgrade Manual Available!

The newest addition to our Online Manuals support page is the RealBand 2018 New Features Guide!

Just like the other Online Manuals now available on our Support page, this Upgrade Manual can be easily navigated by chapter, or using the main Table of Contents window!

Posted at 10:43 AM

September 11, 2018 User Showcase Song - The Swinging Dynamos

Another tune on the lapsteel. I composed this one for some Great friends from the north of Scotland.
Manson Grant & the Dynamos. Legends all over the UK, Manson has been across the pond many times, and is a much respected musician.

The Swinging Dynamos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_aRbF2Yoy3U

RealTracks in song: ~539:Bass, Electric, Pop Sw 120
RealTracks in song: ~1791:Piano, Acoustic, Rhythm DixielandMedium Sw 110
RealTracks in song: ~528:Guitar, Acoustic, Fingerpicking Hank Sw 120
RealTracks in song: 2721:Guitar, Nylon, Fingerpicking SwingBrent Sw 110
RealDrums :JazzBrushes: a: Brushes Swirling b: Brushes Busier

Posted at 10:03 AM

September 11, 2018 New Interactive Online Band-in-a-Box® 2018 Manual for Mac!

We've added an Online Manuals option to our Support page, where you can access an interactive online Band-in-a-Box® 2018 for Mac User's Guide!

The Online Manual can be easily navigated by chapter, or using the main Table of Contents window! Also available on our Online Manuals page is the PDF files for Band-in-a-Box® 2017-2018 Full manuals & Upgrade manuals.

Posted at 09:48 AM

September 10, 2018 User Feedback - Run as Administrator

Our Forum is a great resource for all your Band-in-a-Box questions (and a GREAT place to connect with other program users!)

Among the many forums available, we have a User-to-User Tips & Tricks forum - perfect for sharing your own technical tips and tricks for any PG Music product!

Like the recent post by jford: You Should Run BIAB and RealBand As Administrator!

Posted at 11:01 AM

September 10, 2018 User Showcase Song - This One's For You

Forum Friends, We have been on the road much of the summer. A lot of the time with no cell service. I have been listening to the progress by all of you. This place just keeps getting better and better. In the midst of some turbulent family issues (to be expected with 4 kids, 6 grandkids and a great grand baby due in Jan.) I found time to knock one out. This is the kind of music I made a living at for many years, although I still love Blues and Bluegrass. Both of those are in line to be posted. Missed you guys, Tom

https://soundcloud.com/tommyad/this-ones-for-you
https://tommyadamsmusic.com/music

Song details:
RealTracks in song: 2119:Fiddle, Soloist CountryWaltzAndy Sw 085
RealTracks in song: ~1700:Piano, Acoustic, Rhythm CountryWaltz Sw 085
RealTracks in song: 1543:Synth Pad, PopBelieve Ev16 065
RealTracks in song: 1265:Synth Pad, PopShiningSoft Ev 120
RealTracks in song: 2027:Piano, Acoustic, Soloist CountrySwingJohn Sw 085
Royalty Free Loops
Recorded in Logic Pro X
Plug Ins : Nectar 2, Neutron 2, Ozone 8, Tonal Balance, Waves LinMB, Waves, L3-LL Multi Limiter, Scuffam Amps S-Gear, Waves Vocal Rider
Vocals, Acoustic Guitars, Pedal Steel, Tom Adams

Posted at 10:59 AM

September 07, 2018 Xtra Styles PAK 5 Song Contest - Over 25 Entries!

We recently launched an Xtra Styles PAK 5 Song Contest with 4 prizes of $150!

So far, there are more than 25 entries! Have a listen to these entries and submit your own song here.

Contest Rules:
-You must own Band-in-a-Box® 2018 along with one or more of the Xtra Styles PAK 5 packages (Country, Jazz, Rock-Pop, MIDI)
-The song you submit must be your own original composition. This could be simply typing in chords to your song and pressing play, but you may also add additional instruments, solo, and/or melody.
-Public domain songs will be accepted.
-Multiple entries are permitted.
-Submit your song to the "Xtra Styles 5 Contest" forum, before the deadline. (This contest runs until September 30th)

For complete information on this contest, click here.

Posted at 09:49 AM

September 07, 2018 User Showcase Song - Raggedy Annie

Here's one of my favorite song creations.
A nice, easy listening ballad.
Let me know what you think.
All the music is 100% Band In A Box.
Recorded with Reaper DAW.

RAGGEDY ANNIE: https://soundcloud.com/user-791803839/raggedy-annie

****** Song Summary *************

Title: Raggedy Annie

File:Raggedy Annie-EXTRA TRACKS.SGU
Key=D , Tempo 110, Length (m:s)=3:44
No intro. 100 bar chorus, from bar 1 to bar 100. Repeat x1 chorus
No Melody
No Soloist track.
Song is saved with Volume, Pan, Reverb, Chorus, Bank0,
Song is saved with bar changes for Tempo , Time signature,RealDrums Changes,
Style is _POPBAL.STY (Dreamy Guitar Pop Ballad)

RealTracks in style: ~~519:Bass, Electric, Pop HalfNotes Ev 120
RealTracks in style: ~~522:Guitar, Acoustic, Fingerpicking Ev 120
RealTracks in style: ~~405:Guitar, Acoustic, Strumming Ev 120
RealTracks in style: ~~543:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm Dreamy Ev 120
RealTracks in song: ~~405:Guitar, Acoustic, Strumming Ev 120
RealTracks in song: 1729:Piano, Acoustic, Solo-Accompaniment PopBalladJohn Ev 110
RealDrums in Song: NashvilleEven8^2-a:Sidestick, HiHat , b:Snare, HiHat
RealDrums in Song: 2666 pedal steel

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Posted at 09:42 AM

September 06, 2018 User Showcase Song - Rock Paper Scissors

Sweltering in a recent heatwave and choking on forest fire smoke - both recurring summer events in these parts- I got climate change confused with a nursery rhyme, political humbug with a silly game, and came up with this.
Scott didn`t raise an eyebrow and delivered the feisty twin guitars.
My first try at mastering with Ozone 8, so comments on that or any other aspect of the song are welcome.

https://soundcloud.com/user-564042721/rockpaperscissors-with-scottc

RealTracks in song: 1418:Bass, Electric, Southern
RealTracks in song: 2905:Guitar, Electric, Rhythm BrightBluesyPopColin Ev 100
RealDrums in song: Rock,Southern
RT2619 Organ,Rhythm Funk

Posted at 08:30 AM

September 05, 2018 User Showcase Song - Halfway Blues

We have not had much time for music making this summer so I (Bud) threw together a simple eight bar blues that I knew Janice could quickly riff out a vocal on. She did that and after the take said she’d like to try some BGV’s so here’s what happened smile Peter helped with the arrangement and played the solos and rhythm…thanks!

We hope it works for you and we are always appreciative your time to both listen and comment!

Halfway Blues (audio): https://soundcloud.com/mootsman/halfway-blues
Halfway Blues (video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=64cwwDmA0T4

Janice: lead & BGV’s / melody / arrangement
Peter: lead & rhythm guitars / arrangement
Bud: lyric / video & audio production / mix & mastering / arrangement

Drums: RealDrum, BluesRock128
Bass: RealTrack 922, Bass, Electric, TexasBluesRockSlow12-8
Piano: MIDI SuperTrack 1886, Solo-Accompaniment Bluesy12-8John Sw 060

Track effects: Logic Pro Grand Steinway, Nectar 2, Neutron 2, Ozone 8 Imager module, Waves Bass Rider and Waves CLA Drums

Mastering: Waves LinMB and Ozone 8 Maximizer module

Equipment: Logic Pro X (iMac), Scarlett interface and Rodes NT1 mic and all of Peter’s stuff

Posted at 12:47 PM