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I don't know why, but this style sorta reminds me of "All the Stars" from the movie Black Panther. Maybe its because I can hear a Sza like vocal over your music. In any event, I really like this.

But . . . :)

I have to agree with Joe Funk though, less auto-tune is your friend. I enjoyed the first vocal chop that went "know you, so I can show you" but there's too much of the "We're the one"

Think of it like seasoning. Just enough and you savor it. Have 'em wanting more, not less.

Still, I was feeling it. Is that you singing on the vocals?
If so, I like you tone on the "know you, so I can show you."

Hi Memphis,

You've did a great job with this. I used the same loop: Cod2Pac- Piano Loops.
Except I really, really like the way you did it better (mine was for a slower alternative song).

I'm marking this as a fave.

Hello,

I second what DrvanLansberg12 stated.

I also downloaded this on a hunch. After slowing it down just a bit, it was even funkier, making my shoulders and my neck get funkified. Looping the first part (stopped at about the 19 seconds) had me doing the bus stop, four corners and the bump (I came up in the 70s and I'm also a bass player).

Great job. I'm marking this as a fave.

Sorry, I meant to type Berny, not Benny, as per your profile page.
My apologies for the typo.

Hi Benny,

I'm marking this as a fave because you've got a number of cinematic elements in here that speak to me.

I do get the feeling that you're still working some
things out, but all in all, I'd say you've got something special.

My best to you.

Hi Heralbjon,

I second everything Danke said.
This is very good, and I'm glad you shared it.
Did you play any of the instruments? I ask because your creation has elements of jazz in addition to rock. It could easily be classified under Chill Out on this site.
Oh, and I loved, loved loved the switch up at about 2:00! So ethereal. Then the drums kicked in, and man, it took me back to my days in a live jam session. I wish you all the best, and I'm marking this as a fave.

Hi Musiclover 38,

In the US we have a saying "The Struggle is Real" so I feel you.
Loved the intricate guitar work (great job BB2018) on this and how well the piano flows right along. The bassline is simple but effective.

This is such a lovely, well crafted tune. Great musicianship.
Bravo.

Hello,

I don't know how I missed this gem. Great job on the instrumentation and mix.
Loved the vocal snippet "Don't wanna hurt."

I can hear this on a music streaming service, so your time was well spent.
Marking this as a fave. Wonderful tune.

Hi,

I kinda wished the sparse piano had continued throughout the piece without the orchestra break. Great job with your choice of key and notes for a feeling of melancholy. I did enjoy the descending harp during the full orchestration. Marking this as a fave.

Sorry, I meant to say that the sax is playing "All is Fair in Love" by Stevie Wonder. It's playing the part that Stevie sings.
"All is Fair in Love" is another well known song, in the R&B genre.
Even though its only 16 seconds, that's an already copyrighted song.

Hi Neomorpheus,

My apologies, I meant to state that its "All is Fair in Love" by Stevie Wonder. The sax is playing the melody that Stevie sings.
Sorry about that.

I guess I had a senior moment :)

Hi Austin,

I liked it. Your production skills are getting better and better, and the vocals are polished.

I just didn't feel anything, unlike your earlier works. It's great to
expand your musical boundaries, however be careful not to lose the
edge you have with your vocals.

I wish you all the best with this.

That's "Everything Must Change" by George Benson, a well known song.

Okay,

I'm confused. I hear the song "Everything Must Change" via a sax loop
that needs editing.

Your guitar work is great, that that's a copyrighted song underneath it.

Bravo.

Yowsa! Cab Calloway meets George Benson (guitar) meets Dr. Buzzard's Original Savannah Band. Stellar job making old skol sound nu skol. I can hear this on a US commercial, probably an ad for a luxury car or a soft drink.
I also agree with Silverman about the top notch mixing.
Great job adding in the vocal snippets. Everything clicks together, and the beat compliments this. Good job on choosing the loops.
Definitely marking this as a fave.

Hello el3ktrom,

You should feature this track (use the feature option)to get more listeners and someone to do a remix. I downloaded it, but I needed to change some things around and get rid of the glitchy spots.

I'm not hearing Portishead for this, because you veer into cinematic. With respect, you need more than just a vocalist. This requires an arranger/lyricist AND a good vocalist.

Hi Neuromancer56,

I just saw this, so many thanks for the shout out.
I think this one is better, and I enjoyed it. However you still have a tendency to pile on instruments. Some of them work here (like the bass, but then again, I'm biased because I play bass, especially slap bass - back in my day it was called thumping, created by the great bassist Larry Graham).

Watch out for too much repetition - like with the use of the guitar. Funk from back in the day did switch up instruments, but not at the expense of loosing the rhythm/groove. We used the term "stay in the pocket" that's why as the bassist, I had to be in sync with the drummer. We controlled the tempo, and the other musicians followed our lead (for the genres of funk and jazz funk and disco).

Like I said, this is better and I really like it. I see what you're aiming for, and I hope the following two videos will help. You are doing jazz funk, and in order to do it well, you will need to listen to some of the masters at this.

One is Herbie Hancock, and the other is the Crusaders.
Check out how Herbie adds several different instruments in his iconic hit
"Watermelon Man". This tune starts out simple, but its deceptive:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3m3qOD-hhrQ

Next, please check out a live performance by the Crusaders. Notice how they change keys and the variety of tempos they utilize:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DgOogZqq0NA

I'd like to add, that to do what you really want to do with your music, you will have to continue to learn an instrument. There's no other way around it. Loops are great, I love using them. But based on your musical ambitions, you may find them limiting. I wish you all the best.

Long as you stay true to yourself (you do you), I think you will reach your musical goal.

Hello esygno,

This is a lovely, powerful piece. I saw your forum question regarding creating a unique sound. Keep creating music, and in time, the answer will come to you. I wish you all the best.

Ever heard of Ennio Morricone? He composed many of the songs for Italian director Sergio Marone.

That's who this now reminds me of. Cutting edge, alternative sounding,
not pop, ready from prime time. These drums work, and you're hearing the payoff. Great job. I've marked this as a fave. BRAVO.

Okay, I hope you take this with the spirit in which it's being given. I agree with Cru and Danke. The guitar is in a different time signature than the drums. The piano comes in, but it strikes me as a cool sequencer piece, where technology, and not someone playing manually, has been inserted.

That's not to say that this body of work isn't creative. Let me also say, that I commend you for having the courage to upload your work in progress (I'd suggest since this isn't royalty free, then you may want to change it to no downloads).

Sometimes stepping away and coming back to a piece can give a fresh perspective. I wish you all the best. May I also ask, what style of music has your heart? What genre is your passion when you create?

Hi Indieground,

I didn't forget you. Going through the grieving process of a beloved
one, so the spark I need has dimmed a bit.

Will be back in touch shortly.

I love both versions (yours and Mr. Mittens).
Great job, this is a head bobber and a booty shaker. I have to agree with
Zacvoos that this sounds more like trance. Ya done good :)

Hi,

Another clean, controlled piece. Again, your instrumentation is excellent. This is a great foundation for either a keyboard solo or I was hoping for the bass to do more variation, however, this is still good as it is. Also, with the elements of jazz you've got going on, you can afford to put in beat changes (faster, imho) but that's just my personal taste. Marking this as another fave from your musical portfolio.

Hi MasanoriMurabayashi,

Thank you for another stellar creation. Reminds me of the 60s hits I used to listen to by Dionne Warwick and other big voiced singers. The orchestration on the songs they performed were amazing, and so are you violin notes.
So sweet and sharp! I love it. I agree with Discipline about the change at 1:30. Also, I truly enjoy the trail off endings. So dramatic.
Thank you again for sharing your talent.