Felixville - Planetjazzbass

28th Jul 2009 03:14 - 17 years ago
Tags :
Description : Here's a totally unscripted piece in the vein of Slap's 'create a track in ten minutes' thread....this one took about fifteen-sixteen minutes using Ableton..it's also worth noting this is a jam with an old school mate of mine Felix who's dropped in for a few days (he's playing the keys)..he's never done any computer recording before..I sat him down in front of the keyboard..plugged in and away we go...a few loops,effects,mastering presets all just a click away...I dig Ableton!

Comments (23)

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

promenade2239
promenade2239 24th Nov 2014 06:55 - 11 years ago
hi again, the other day I had a chance to hear this improvised track from slapjohnson with his guitar and sax made in 10min! I love his works. I am just curious what would you actually consider as a 'fusion' genre. For me it's definitely 70's jazz/rock/funk mixture like Mahavishnu Orchestra (my favourite band), Wheather Report, Al di Meola and like. But somehow I find that this term is used for a 'world' music in general when combining many musical styles.
Anyway I love improvised music and your track sounds great!

I will write you a message so we could keep in touch for the collaboration. Here's my newest fusion song: https://www.looperman.com/tracks/detail/161996 just to let you know how I work - it's quite jazzy. Best to you, Alex
promenade2239
promenade2239 13th Nov 2014 19:27 - 11 years ago
hi, the tone of your guitar reminds me of jaco pastorius, even some licks sound familiar to me. just nice improvisation without any pre-defined structure or changes but definitely I'd say this is a 4/4 feel or whatever.
Anyway very nice abstract programmed synth sound texture and some cool free improv.
I will check out more of your tracks for sure. this one was really nice. Greetings, Alex
digitalSKYY
digitalSKYY 8th Jun 2011 00:17 - 15 years ago
Very ethnic sounding!
I love the bass (i think it is bass).
Its like..a strange kind of high pitched bass, but i love it!
Real good feeling and vibes coming through this. Chills be out a bit will keeping me alert with the bass lol.

Thanks for the good listen!
JohnBoutilier
JohnBoutilier 9th Feb 2011 07:35 - 15 years ago
First of all, I can't believe I already haven't listebned to a track called Felixville, lol, just because of the title alone.

Anyways, this is a pretty cool piece of music. Did you really do it in ten mins???

Faved

John
Planetjazzbass
Planetjazzbass replied Unknown - 2028 years ago
Yep mate....well actually 15-16 minutes...start to finish...Felix his brother Cam and I grew up together..we've had thousands of impromptu jams over the years,sadly Cam died a few years ago and Felix moved to Queensland about a thousand miles away!...land of the Cane Toads. lol cheers Dave
theHumps
theHumps 8th Jan 2011 12:47 - 15 years ago
I was expecting an all digitally made track but your bass rings out and gives a nice live feel to this atmospheric gem. I am having a blast with Ableton myself mixing live with digital. It can breath life into us old guys who never had the opportunity to make music in such a way in days gone by and open up opportunities to create great electronic music is such a quick time.

You never seem to let the listener down, thanks Dave, nice track!
Planetjazzbass
Planetjazzbass replied Unknown - 2028 years ago
Hey mate..thanks for the listen,I had an impromptu jam the other day at a friend's house,the only difference being these days is I don't take along a slab of beer any more!lol...oh by the way,I found a package for you that I'd forgotten to mail..I've just mailed it today..I can't remember what's in it! hehe...cheers Dave :)
DJSchmeeJ
DJSchmeeJ 29th Dec 2010 12:10 - 15 years ago
PJB...sounds like you threw this together in 10 minutes man...what? Oh...sorry! Great jam. lol! Not really sure what to think about this one, but the bass is superb. I love the jazz fusion sound on your bass parts. It always makes me think you are playing a fretless because of the "boing" factor. And I agree with JFW, very "Zappaish".
Planetjazzbass
Planetjazzbass replied Unknown - 2028 years ago
Hehe...thanks man,I always like what you have to say...you've been around the musical block a few times and know the score...the weird thing about this track was the get together with Felix,he'd come down from the top end of Australia to stay with me and fulfil his younger brother's last wish (Cam..probably one of the biggest influence on me musically...a keyboard player and life long friend) of spreading his ashes at a local race track..we played this with Cam's remains sitting on top of my piano........anyway here's to the 'boing" factor! lol..cheers Dave :)
Mrbillionx
Mrbillionx 8th Oct 2010 03:03 - 15 years ago
Hard as I am on doing reviews

I like this one for various reasons.

when is the next session??
WhiteSands
WhiteSands 4th Oct 2010 04:23 - 15 years ago
man this is wild you guys did a really cool job! you got some good quality for the amount of time put into it.
Mosaic
Mosaic 29th Aug 2010 13:32 - 16 years ago
Hey Dave

Very nice piece you have here, great arrangement, something I have come to expect of your tunes is the clarity and this one is right up there, nice percussion, loving the bassline, nice relaxing beat, beautiful jazz piece, also nice synths, actually love everything about this track, instant fav Dave, mate hope you have had a great weekend, thank you once again for sharing your talent, that tracks a very enjoyable listen, again ty...Peace and respect friend...Estefano....
danbo
danbo 7th Aug 2010 13:57 - 16 years ago
Yes, I remember this bass sound. Pastorius used this sound. You play really well.
Each time I click on a "PlanetJazzBass" button, I except something great. Always true....and I put my freind in the garden, to have a taste with the music.
Thanks
AllenV
AllenV 15th Jun 2010 07:06 - 16 years ago
Now this is real jazz,the bass is fantastic as are the keys and it does sound like it was fun to do.Sorry so long getten by here,being new you realy have a lot to take in and everyone has over 40 tracks,good tracks.This is all I listen to anymore so I'll be back when I can stay longer,gotta feelin'I'll be here awhile!
Allen
johnnygadget
johnnygadget 2nd Jun 2010 03:19 - 16 years ago
I could have closed my eyes and still would have called this one
PlanetJazz all of the way! and to think that this was compiled in such a short time is unthinkable very cool! very cool indeed !
Hats off to the jazzbass crew on this one! hope all is well on your neck of the woods!

Johnny Gadget
Gadgetland Music Factory
Planetjazzbass
Planetjazzbass replied Unknown - 2028 years ago
Hey Gadgetman long time no see mate!..so cool to have you back on the loop bro..your presence has been sorely missed,man with you and rei both returning it's starting to feel like the good old days again...mind you at our age any day feels good!lol..fantastic to have you back mate..I'll be keeping a keen eye out for any offerings from the Gadgetland Music Factory...cheers buddy Dave :)
Nosleeves
Nosleeves 29th Apr 2010 07:04 - 16 years ago
This comment is hidden.
mixell
mixell 14th Nov 2009 18:09 - 16 years ago
hey man I loved your music sounds like real pro with good taste. wish u all the best. mix.
Planetjazzbass
Planetjazzbass replied Unknown - 2028 years ago
Thanks man...glad you liked it..cheers :)
TraXnCtrl
TraXnCtrl 5th Nov 2009 21:34 - 16 years ago
Another amazing journey Dave.....well done
Trax
n0mad23
n0mad23 6th Sep 2009 02:19 - 17 years ago
After doing my cameo too many times as a lurker, I thought I should tell you just how much I like this piece. Sure you could map it out and orchestrate it fully, etc., but the Spirit is in this one. I love the bass in this!
Rockym778
Rockym778 24th Aug 2009 01:09 - 17 years ago
very good track,love the beat and over all effects, Great job on this one...
06BentonMcKenzie06
06BentonMcKenzie06 1st Aug 2009 17:13 - 17 years ago
This one is crossing lines here. I kind of feel like singing in spanish, but then i kind of feel like old school classic rock type feel. The percussion is steady and that large *Boom makes me feel like something exploded in my house. Okay, Okay, Nice video Game music.
Bioscape
Bioscape 31st Jul 2009 17:05 - 17 years ago
First of all cool synthetic lead pattern. Like the time-sig..the bass is nice..cool tone (nicely used reverb). I like the percussion as well and the verb on the bass drum.
Planetjazzbass
Planetjazzbass replied Unknown - 2028 years ago
Thanks MrAD9..your very kind...I wasn't sure which way this one would end up..it's an interesting exercise to ad lib and get spontaneous...cheers planet :)
alividlife
alividlife 31st Jul 2009 07:21 - 17 years ago
it is epic

:)

i like this!

(ps .. i know this is my double-review-on-a-double-post)
but i haaad to add!
Planetjazzbass
Planetjazzbass replied Unknown - 2028 years ago
Haha...we both know it's an inconsequential little pothole on a backroad leading to the musical highway...but thanks for listening man!..cheers Dave :)
jfw
jfw 30th Jul 2009 22:22 - 17 years ago
This reminds me of Frank Zappa's album "Jazz from Hell" on which he composed and played everything on a Sinclavier. Interesting and unusual bass work.
Planetjazzbass
Planetjazzbass replied Unknown - 2028 years ago
Hey thanks man..I love all Frank's stuff,to be mentioned in the same sentence is an honour...cheers planet :)
Randall822
Randall822 29th Jul 2009 16:07 - 17 years ago
Hi Dave,

Been wanting to get to hear some of your latest as I have a couple days off now.
Sounds like a fretless bass here. Something I have never owned. Has a nice sound. Kinda of gives a warm mellow feeling.
The piano parts fit in nicely from your friend. Very nice production overall.

I have Ableton live that came with my Pro Tools, but have never used it. I did open it up and experimented with it for about 1/2 hour and decided it was too much to learn all at once, as I was learning PT. at the time too.

Later then and have fun,
Randy
alividlife
alividlife 28th Jul 2009 04:14 - 17 years ago
it's odd to me how you are always in there Dave!

You definitely speak in volumes!

Is this in the Key of Black and White???
lol

this is Jazz for a new generation in someways!

I did hear something going on-- IN whole notes over this in my head which would have opened up the feeling --- at least in my mind. Just my opinion

Despite my criticism, the break was ENOUGH for me to fall in love with the track.
all in ten minutes!

You like any Squarepusher? You would LOOOOOVE squarepusher Dave.
seriously. Check him out, if you haven't.

Faved, Downloaded, Recommended.
(seriously, what key is this in?-- I love it, it's like a digital chameleon???)
Planetjazzbass
Planetjazzbass replied Unknown - 2028 years ago
Hey Abe..good question! lol..I'm sure in an expanded and scrutinized version a more repetitive key signature would emerge..I'm dabbling in Fsharp and A with a lot of flats thrown in...In these free form sessions I suppose I'm more concerned with timing..but I like to get the apparition of unexpected chords within the music by trying to play fifths in conjunction to what I'm hearing...in these sort of things I'm winging it..which I suppose in some ways is necessary if you want to fly..lol..ps...I'll definitely be checking out squarepusher..cheers mate :)

You might also like these tracks

If you liked Felixville by Planetjazzbass you might also like these other Fusion tracks.

22nd Sep 2026 12:03 - 31 seconds ago
Description : DM me if you want to collab on this instrumental, details on my profile

Flipped a pack of guitar samples to make this beat
22nd Sep 2026 11:28 - 35 minutes ago
Description : A bright, euphoric piano synth progression driven by a punchy kick drum. The sound design utilizes subtle modulation and saturation to give the chords a warm, festival-ready feel. Perfect for melodic or progressive house projects.
22nd Sep 2026 09:07 - 2 hours ago
Description : An instrumental song inspired by whales
22nd Sep 2026 06:36 - 5 hours ago
Description : bpm 81 not mm someone sold all my left shoes so now im stuck with all rights
no way jose grab the cuervo bcuz i finally finished my lil beat tape project ive been working on for nearly a year since i started called dysphoria after hours & finished it on my bday so thats don coolio but anyways im tired since im scared of sleeping sometimes ok goodnight luv u
22nd Sep 2026 06:17 - 5 hours ago
Description : Synth pop . Ive mixed the wonderful vocals of Che Paxin with 12 different synth patches, two tablespoons of piano, and a teaspoon of muted guitar in the end.
Many thanks to Che for my 7 days of creative joy !!
I hope you like it. Cheersssssss !
22nd Sep 2026 02:08 - 9 hours ago
Description : genre-drumstep/DNB
22nd Sep 2026 01:29 - 10 hours ago
Description : Was gonna do this some time ago, because you guys probably won't check it on my Soundcloud. No issues there.

It's a full album spread into multiple parts. 16 songs in total. All Phonk!

It took over a year to complete, so I hope your enjoy!

Part 3
22nd Sep 2026 01:23 - 10 hours ago
Description : First time trying this kind of Genre...
give me some tips in comments plz

SoundCloud - kamarik
22nd Sep 2026 00:02 - 12 hours ago
Description : i need to stop to drink expired milk
21st Sep 2026 23:26 - 12 hours ago
Description : im terrible at singing but someone please do something with my voice omfg I'ma be so happy if yall do fr
21st Sep 2026 23:15 - 12 hours ago
Description : Quick hiphop track made with Bass, Drums, Guitar, Keyboard, Percussion then MPD, 32 track Tascam and Cuebase.
Vocals from JakeBuzzard acapella "Virus".

Rough mix and needs re-working, putting into stereo and some work done on dynamics but interested in hearing anyone's genuine thoughts. Thanks as always, Ben.
21st Sep 2026 21:00 - 15 hours ago
Description : DAWLESS, Lo-Fi, Ambient in a single improvised jam track.
21st Sep 2026 20:59 - 15 hours ago
Description : a bit too fast for super smash bros ultimate i tried to make it as good but i literally failed miserably
21st Sep 2026 20:06 - 15 hours ago
Description : Instagram: @mcrsips
21st Sep 2026 18:54 - 17 hours ago
Description : Voice and lyrics by CasualBreather
Music by Sylvain Rochet
Remix by Koram Wat