balladdude's profile - Karaoke-Den

Jul 26th 2026, 4:08 am

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Ron Ballad: @cash Thanks so much, Cash! I'm really glad you enjoyed it. I speak several languages thanks to my lifelong travels, but sadly this isn't one of them! Music has a wonderful way of bringing people together and speaking to the heart, no matter what language it's sung in. I really appreciate your kind words.

Jul 27th 2026, 9:21 pm Report

Mark Foote: @balladdude Hi Ron... Love the song and you put a terrific spin on this with your use of another language . Nicely done Ron.

Jul 29th 2026, 8:23 am Report

Ron Ballad: @markstunes G’day from Australia, Mark! I had a lot of fun learning this one, although knowing Patsy Cline’s original certainly made the task a bit easier. I might not have pronounced the lyrics quite like a local, but I felt safe in equally foreign company! Thanks for stopping by, Mark.

Jul 30th 2026, 2:50 am Report

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Jul 20th 2026, 3:16 am

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One Friend - Dan Seals Cover

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Ron Ballad: @joyced Thanks so much, Joyce. As I mentioned to Mark, you also know my musical influences well, so it is probably not surprising that you heard a bit of James Taylor and Dan Seals in there. I am genuinely delighted you enjoyed it, and your kind words mean a great deal to me.

Jul 21st 2026, 1:54 pm Report

Ron Ballad: @alanr Thanks so much, Alan. I really appreciate your kind words. Knowing how much you enjoyed it means a great deal to me. I probably imagined the shakiness. We are usually our own worst critics and tend to hear every little flaw that no one else notices! By the way, how is Lea Anne? We have not heard her lately and hope she is keeping well. Please give her our warm regards, and our very best wishes to both of you.

Jul 21st 2026, 2:01 pm Report

Ron Ballad: @jerry Thanks so much, Jerry. A second listen? Now that is the kind of review every singer hopes for! I am truly delighted that the song and its lyrics resonated with you. Your encouragement, especially coming from you, means a great deal to me.

Jul 21st 2026, 2:04 pm Report

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Jul 14th 2026, 8:20 pm

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Photographs & Memories - Jim Croche Cover

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Bev: @balladdude Love this song. Awesome singing here Ron. Loved my listen this afternoon. ❤♫

Jul 17th 2026, 10:27 am Report

Ron Ballad: @karenjara Thanks so much, Karen. That really means a lot to me. I’m so glad you enjoyed it. Jim Croce was such a gifted songwriter, and I’m pleased this beautiful song resonated with you too. Your kind words and encouragement are truly appreciated.

Jul 18th 2026, 5:44 pm Report

Ron Ballad: @bevb Bev, always such a pleasure to hear from you. The first person to ever comment on one of my songs was you, so you are special on my list of Karaoke friends. Trust you are keeping well. Hugs

Jul 18th 2026, 5:46 pm Report

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Jul 1st 2026, 1:02 pm

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Autumn Leaves

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Ron Ballad: @aragorn Haooy to have your stamp of approval on this mate. God you enjoyed your listen. Cheers from Australia

Jul 9th 2026, 11:10 am Report

KarenJara: @balladdude Another lovely song, Ron..very warm and tender performance that was sooooo relaxing to hear..loved my listen! :)

Jul 10th 2026, 8:13 pm Report

Ron Ballad: @karenjara Hi Karen, this is the Eric Clapton version, and quite different to the iconic version/s. A bit unusual for me, but I enjoyed the change! Thanks as always.

Jul 11th 2026, 4:09 am Report

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Ron Ballad @balladdude

Jun 18th 2026, 8:39 pm

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Jun 11th 2026, 4:47 pm

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Jun 10th 2026, 11:07 pm

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Jun 10th 2026, 11:06 pm

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Jun 10th 2026, 1:59 am

became a friend with onefortheroad

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Ron Ballad @balladdude

Jun 9th 2026, 2:38 pm

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Long Ago & Far Away

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Ron Ballad: @joyced Hi Joyce, thanks for listening, I’m glad you enjoyed this short one. I like when they are short because I can post them at 320 kbps!

Jun 12th 2026, 3:07 pm Report

Mark Foote: @balladdude beautiful Ron. You nailed the James Taylor vibe and it was just perfect!!!

Jun 27th 2026, 8:11 am Report

Ron Ballad: @markstunes Thanks again Mark, I have a few new software tools with which I have tried to remix some of these old recordings! I’ve honestly not recorded anything in years! My main interest in the hobby has always been to learn to mix half decently! Thanks again Mark

Jun 27th 2026, 11:59 am Report

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Ron Ballad @balladdude

Jun 5th 2026, 9:26 pm

Sometimes the true beauty of life reveals itself in the quiet moments… sitting back, listening to old songs, and letting memories gently drift through the mind. A melody from years ago can suddenly bring back places, faces, laughter, heartbreak, simpler days, and people we may never meet again. Music has a way of preserving little pieces of our lives that time could never fully erase.

Tonight reminded me that growing older is not only about losing moments.. it’s also about carrying a lifetime of beautiful memories within us. Some songs don’t just play… they take us home. ????

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AlanR: @balladdude This is so true, they are instant triggers for moments in time, refreshing them in our mind, just like a photograph, but in music, they can bring happiness, comfort, heartbreak, they are like a time travelling tool. :-)

Jun 18th 2026, 8:19 pm Report

Ron Ballad: @alanr Absolutely, Allan. A song can transport us back to a particular moment, place or person in an instant. Unlike a photograph, it often brings back not only the memory itself but also the emotions we felt at the time. In that sense, music really is one of the most powerful forms of time travel available to us.

Jun 20th 2026, 2:32 pm Report

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Jun 5th 2026, 9:14 pm

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