Shadow Road Shuffle - ValveDriver

24th Aug 2025 18:37 - 1 year ago
Description : Another one featuring Bicky Stalls and the Snushbakes. This one is a groovy, dark and smokey little number somewhere between psychedelic and cinematic. It's like riding shotgun in the Devil's coupe on a slow midnight cruise to nowhere, half passed out, loaded on whiskey, cigarettes, and bad choices.
Enjoy, and please, let me know what you think. It's definitely not a typical Valvedriver style track, so your input is valuable.
Thanks, and take care.
V.

Comments (19)

If you have time take a listen and give ValveDriver some feedback.

Pnnywze
Pnnywze 15th Sep 2025 06:13 - 11 months ago
Here it's perfectly explained

://youtube.com/shorts/_tR_8jU6EQY?si=hMZSDUCzdtKG-VqM

https://youtube.com/shorts/cm3n38uTVwU
ValveDriver
ValveDriver replied 20th Sep 2025 - 11 months ago
I think, not having much listening experience under that whole rap/hiphop umbrella, it's hard for me to tell the differences between any of the sub-genres. I can hear some differences, but it all sounds so similar to me I can't really pinpoint what the differences are.
It's much like if I were to say, "here, listen to Sanguisugabogg, they're Slam, Then listen to Larcenia Roe, they're Deathcore. Then, listen to Bloodbath, they're deathmetal. Totally different, man" Meanwhile the average Joe is like, "Dude, they're all exactly the same." But since I've been submerged in Metal since the Cold War, I can tell the differences.
Pnnywze
Pnnywze 15th Sep 2025 06:09 - 11 months ago
Oh no, definitely not trap. Grime originated in Britain in the 90s as jungle and garage and DnB were also evolving. It's got a hip hop edge to it, but its it's own thing. I recommend Skepta as an entry point
Pnnywze
Pnnywze 7th Sep 2025 22:25 - 1 year ago
Believe it or not, certain elements of this made me think of some Grime songs I heard on a Playlist somewhere. Ive tried to find those songs again but it was a lucky chance that I heard em in the 1st place. Trust me, I mean this in the best way possible
ValveDriver
ValveDriver replied 8th Sep 2025 - 1 year ago
I'm not familiar with Grime. I'll have to check it out. I imagine it's along the lines of Trap, though.
Don't you hate it when you find something sweet-ass, but then can't ever find it again. There are a lot of old techno tracks from the 90s that I listened to back then that are just faded, fuzzy watercolor memories now, and that's all they'll ever be. Bummer, eh?
Take care, man.
Aaron
Pnnywze
Pnnywze 7th Sep 2025 22:20 - 1 year ago
I meant to ask, whatever became of the song u were working on using my drums? I really liked it
ValveDriver
ValveDriver replied 8th Sep 2025 - 1 year ago
I lost it, and several other projects when my old laptop took the proverbial #####. Then my son was here for a month and a half, so I wasn't even really working on any music at all.
Pnnywze
Pnnywze 7th Sep 2025 22:06 - 1 year ago
I can tell it's you even when u do something different. This is fire dude. I always get happy when I see an upload from u
ValveDriver
ValveDriver replied 8th Sep 2025 - 1 year ago
Thanks, Aaron. I appreciate it.
You'll be happy then to know that I just uploaded a new one from the Bicky Stalls and the Snushbakes project.
RitajustRita
RitajustRita 3rd Sep 2025 10:27 - 1 year ago
Hi Valve
This track definitely belongs in a dark movie.
But I might be weird, but I think it also works as bedroom music.
It doesn't matter, it's just a great track. That part 2:42 ...wow.
ValveDriver
ValveDriver replied 3rd Sep 2025 - 1 year ago
Hi Rita.
That's not weird at all. It wasn't the intention while it was being made, but since you mention it, I can totally see how you would think so.
Either way, I'm glad you liked it, so thank you!
Take care.
V.
Razmabila
Razmabila 1st Sep 2025 21:19 - 1 year ago
What a fantastic song, beautifully performed. I enjoyed every moment.
ValveDriver
ValveDriver replied 2nd Sep 2025 - 1 year ago
Thank you. I appreciate it.
BaoBou
BaoBou 30th Aug 2025 18:30 - 1 year ago
Hello mr Moricone! What an amazing, atmospheric track! I see a cowboy trek through the forest, on his trusty steed, probably on his way to new adventures. Love it!
ValveDriver
ValveDriver replied 30th Aug 2025 - 1 year ago
Thanks Bao. I have always loved Mr. Morricone's work. Mr. Badalamenti as well. They have different styles, but somehow share the same energy. As a big fan of both, it's really no surprise that they showed through in this one, and probably will again in future projects!
Thank you again. I appreciate it!
Take care.
V.
Danke
Danke 27th Aug 2025 21:07 - 1 year ago
For me Tarantino and Danzig the rock/metal band ...
Aaron ... you made it this perfectly ...
you are completely in it... heavy, deep and incredibly missing vocals... :-)
thanx for the upload, superb work ...
fistbump,
Danke
ValveDriver
ValveDriver replied 29th Aug 2025 - 1 year ago
Thank you my friend. I almost forgot about Danzig. I Haven't listened to him since the 90s! But since you mentioned it, I can hear it in there.
Thanks again, brother!
Aaron
AnthonyAttard
AnthonyAttard 27th Aug 2025 06:12 - 1 year ago
Excellent choice of instruments for this kind of music. Great sound and of course a special composition ready to support any Tarantino's movie. I really liked the track Aaron.
Best regards, Anthony
ValveDriver
ValveDriver replied 29th Aug 2025 - 1 year ago
Thank you, Anthony. I appreciate you taking the time to give a listen and a kind comment.
Take care.
V
Cyberflares
Cyberflares 26th Aug 2025 07:08 - 1 year ago
I can hear this being in twin peaks when it goes off into a scene very well crafted i enjoyed my listen.
ValveDriver
ValveDriver replied 26th Aug 2025 - 1 year ago
Thanks Robin, I appreciate it. Funny thing is, it wasn't intended to sound like a David Lynch soundtrack. I guess influences are going to pop up whether you want it to or not, huh?
Take care.
V.
dimestop
dimestop 26th Aug 2025 00:00 - 1 year ago
of the charts good as always love the cough, that takes thought, its perfect soundtrack material for a number of different styles, theres a mysteriousness about it, but then again there is also a feeling of showing your confidence and walking proud be that alone or with followers by your side it has a dramatic feel a really cinematic vibe Aaron a great western as the underdogs get ready to fight, where's the A team when you need 'em eh. don't worry ValveDrivers here
ValveDriver
ValveDriver replied 26th Aug 2025 - 1 year ago
Thanks, Paul.
If you listen just before the cough you can hear the lighter flicking as he lit his smoke. Also, right around 35 seconds in you can hear him move his chair. It's faint, but it's in there.
Funny how this turned cinematic. I wasn't really going for that, but I guess it is what it is, right? As long as people like it, that's all that matters.
Thanks again for swingin' by and giving it a whirl.
Take care, bud.
Aaron.
BullittVolante
BullittVolante 25th Aug 2025 16:21 - 1 year ago
Wow, this sounds like something from a David Lynch film. The guitar tone is superb and I love the use of the Theramin here. Great choice of instruments all round. Outstanding track, this is something you should definitely explore, as you've tapped into something here. Well done.
ValveDriver
ValveDriver replied 25th Aug 2025 - 1 year ago
I take the David Lynch thing as a hell of a compliment. It makes sense, too. Not only is he one of my favorite directors, but Angelo Badalementi is one of my favorite score writers.
The theremin in this is actually a patch I made in Massive just for this song. I'm sure, though, that it will make an appearance in more tracks to come.
There is definitely more like this in the works. Some of which I started years ago. This just happens to be the right time to work on them.
Thank you for taking the time to listen and comment. I appreciate it.
Take care.
V.
TheFrenZ
TheFrenZ 25th Aug 2025 09:55 - 1 year ago
This one definitely fits your description; it wouldn't look out of place in a movie. Great result, well done.
ValveDriver
ValveDriver replied 25th Aug 2025 - 1 year ago
Thank you. I've got a lot of feedback saying it could be in a movie, or a theme to a series. Not only on Looperman, but here at home as well. I'm alright with that.
Take care.
V.
glennwhite6504
glennwhite6504 25th Aug 2025 01:25 - 1 year ago
Hello ValveDriver, agree with DanM, this does have a heavy cinematic side and would fit right in the middle of a yet to be announced thriller of some sort....its thats well done, you've put together a very good product my friend....be proud
ValveDriver
ValveDriver replied 25th Aug 2025 - 1 year ago
Thank you Glenn, I appreciate that. I am mostly proud of this one. As an artist, I always find things that need improving, but I do like it quite a bit.
Thanks again for the kind words.
Take care.
V.
DanMed
DanMed 24th Aug 2025 23:12 - 1 year ago
Wow, this is amazing! Strong cinematic vibe.
It could easily be soundtrack in some fine movie.
Great job!
Cheers!
ValveDriver
ValveDriver replied 25th Aug 2025 - 1 year ago
Thanks, Dan. I appreciate it, and I'm glad you like it.
Take care.
V.
Zootman
Zootman 24th Aug 2025 21:09 - 1 year ago
Can u send me the track pretty please? Email is on my profile....I was also going to send you something of mine the other day that maybe needs some guitar but couldn't see a way to message you.
Zootman
Zootman 24th Aug 2025 21:07 - 1 year ago
Upright bass? What vst? Sounds cool whatever it is. This is a super cool track man. Sounds like something Tarantino would have put in one of his films. Or maybe The Ballad of Buster Scruggs. What is the bpm please?
ValveDriver
ValveDriver replied 24th Aug 2025 - 1 year ago
Zoot, how's it goin'?
I'm glad you liked this one. It was a fun little project.
I sent an email your way. I'm sure you'll recognize which one is mine. You (anyone) should be able to contact me through looperman here. I didn't turn off the "contact me" option. I don't even know if that's a possibility.
Either way, let me know what you have planned.
Take care.
V.
Kayos2
Kayos2 24th Aug 2025 19:48 - 1 year ago
Wow Aaron those guitars - v much a Spaghetti Western Vibe - love the reverb at the end, too. Slightly cinematic - not so sure that I would say this is weird. Beautifully composed.
ValveDriver
ValveDriver replied 24th Aug 2025 - 1 year ago
Hello Kay!
Thank you very much for the kind words. It means a lot. I can definitely see how this has a Spaghetti Western vibe. We're just missing some ocarinas, bells, and a few whistles here and there.
Thank you again.
Aaron.

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