Monday, 25 May 2020

'Suddenly There's You' by Pree (Original 2008 Studio Mix)



‘Suddenly There's You’
(original full studio mix)
Written by: Carl Dixon/Karen Pree © 2008
CHD Publishing (PRS, MCPS) ℗2020 Bandtraxs/Carl Dixon

Performed by
PREE





The unmistakable voice of Pree who performs "Suddenly there’s you” a rhythmic piece of danceable soul with overtones from the 1960’s. The original song concept was written in London 2003 and made its final journey to Detroit, Michigan for completion in 2008. Dennis Coffey and Carl Dixon produced the track for Bandtraxs Productions at ‘Studio A’, Dearborn Heights, Detroit. The arrangement was by the renowned David J. Van De Pitte and in addition the track features some legendary session musicians from the heart and soul of the city. Pree played an important role in providing her vocal and song arranging talents to make this project work as well as being a co-writer of the song. 


This release features the original full length studio vocal and instrumental versions which have never been available before and in addition, three original demos that helped pave the way for this being ultimately being recorded in Detroit. The 2003 and 2006 demos were first aired by UK soul connoisseur DJ Harry Grundy in 2006 giving credence to the song and his conviction meant a studio booking for real two years later to record the song. The official digital release for the shorter version was 2009 and in addition, 45 rpm 7” vinyl pressings were commissioned later utilising the same shorter mix.



IMPORTANT INFORMATION 


Title: Suddenly there’s you (short/full studio versions)

Writers: Carl Dixon (PRS)/Pree (ASCAP) 

Artist: Pree 

Label: Bandtraxs 

Production: Dennis Coffey & Carl Dixon for Bandtraxs Productions

Artwork: Michelle Melkman 

Studio Sleeve Art Photo: Johnnie Sue Bridges

ISRC number: GBXNE2000001/2/3/4/5 

This release: 15th June 2020 

Original song incarnation: 2nd March 2003 (first demo version) 

Recording location: Studio A, Dearborn Heights, Detroit, March 2008 

Demo recording locations: London 2003/6 

For more information about the track please visit www.bandtraxs.com



Artists and session musicians on ‘Suddenly there’s you’ - studio version 


Lead Vocals: Pree 

Backing vocals: Spyder Turner, Gayle Butts, Pree 

Drums 1: Uriel Jones 

Drums 2: Spider Webb 

Percussion 1: Dennis Sheridan 

Percussion 2: Larry Frantangelo 

Guitar 1: Dennis Coffey 

Guitar 2: Ray Monette 

Bass guitar: Bob Babbitt 

Steinway Grand Piano: Robert Jones 

Horns 1 Trumpet: John Trudell 

Horns 2 Trumpet: David Jennings 

Horns 3 Trombone: Edward Gooch 

Horns 4 Tenor sax: George Benson 

Horns 5 Baritone sax: Mark Berger 

Vibraphones: Rob Pipho 


Arranger & Studio Conductor: David J. Van De Pitte 


Produced by 

Dennis Coffey & Carl Dixon for Bandtraxs Productions


Recording location Studio A Recordings Inc 

5619 North Beech Daly 

Dearborn Heights 

Michigan 48127-3927 


Engineered and mixed by Todd Fairall 

Assistant engineer Jezreel Santos 

Mastered by Eric Morgeson 


Demos written, produced, mixed and mastered by Carl Dixon in London between 2003 and 2006


Musicians on London/England demo versions 

Guitar, bass guitar, keys: Carl Dixon 

Drums Uriel Jones and Pistol Allen from 'The Drummers of Motown' collection painstakingly sequenced and edited by Carl Dixon


© Carl Dixon 2020

Wednesday, 8 April 2020

'Santa, let's leave it at that' by The Delgonives





PRESS RELEASE
‘Santa, Let’s Leave It At That’
(written by Carl Dixon)

Performed By

THE DELGONIVES
Bandtraxs Records – Release date 20th November 2013

A 2013 Christmas song performed by ‘The Delgonives’ sounding similar to those productions released during the 1960's US west coast surfin' era. The orchestration particularly reminiscent of recordings that may have featured the LA based 'Wrecking Crew' session musicians who performed on so many hits of the 1960's. Whether ‘The Monkees’, ‘The Beach Boys’ or Phil Spector’s wall of sound, ‘Santa, let’s leave it at that’ is hoping to capture the spirit so evident in the song writing and studio back then.



The official release date is the 20th November 2013 and the track can be purchased from Amazon, iTunes and all leading download and streaming services.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Title: Santa, let’s leave it at that
Writer: Carl Dixon (PRS)
Published by: CHD Publishing (PRS)
Artist: The Delgonives
Label: Bandtraxs
Production: Carl Dixon for Bandtraxs Productions
ISRC number: GBXNE1300013
UPC: 888174401089
Artwork photo: Paul Topp (under license)
Sleeve art: Michelle Dixon
This release: 20th November 2013
Original incarnation: As 'Libby let's leave it at that'
Recording location: London

For more information about Bandtraxs releases please visit


Mixed, Mastered, Arranged and Produced by Carl Dixon for Bandtraxs Productions

© Carl Dixon 2013