Beyond my thoughts

[Moon]

I've been absence for quiet a while... I'm glad to be back though. The last few months have been hectic with very few moments for music writing. However, I did have time to make a minimal new setup, build around a new soft called 'Cantabile'. Amazing piece of software if you're looking for something that you can use live.

The following song was performed live. I first recorded a simple loopwave. Next I've used a sequence CS80 sound layered on a CS80 soft string. The bell-like of lead comes from Sylenth1. The brass-like sound is a layered sound using CS80 and Sylenth1.

I'v enjoyed recording this one... and remember why I like writing and playing music so much because it allows me to forget everything else and come to rest. That's why this one is called 'Beyond my Thoughts...'. Enjoy...

Moon

[kara]

I like a lot the song, it's a nice straightforward composition with a very good sound scape 
But ... 2 remarks
- Isn't there a way to incorporate EQ in your live setup, at the moment the whole performance is rather messy
- AND WHERE IS THAT F****ng bass  Jesus, Moon you're my brother and there is no bass in that song 

k

[Moon]

There's allready an EQ on the lead-bell. I can add FX in any chain, but I'm using my Sennheiser headset, so not mush use trying EQing without the monitors on (kids are just in bed... )

About the bass... what the hell is bass  

Oh, now I remember, I only have two hands to play with allthough I could layer a bass appregio on my left hand playing...

Moon

[folderol]

Agree it definitely needs bass. It's a lovely floaty tune but without something to anchor it, well... it might just float away

Listening on el-cheapo computer speakers at the moment, so can't really comment further.

[elwoodblues1969]

Moon,

This was really a joy to listen,despite the fact that there's no f**king bass(to borrow a phrase from Kara.
I know that Kara is going to end up adding a bass track to this,but I would love to collaborate with you on this one also(if you're up to it).
I think it would be really fun if various folks here contributed a verse or two to this song & created several different versions to see what develops....what's your take on this?
If you want to,please send me a WAV file ASAP!

-Thom

[MarioD]

Mr Moon, that was outstanding   

Absolutely brilliant   

Even more impressive was the fact that it was done live

I may be the only one on the forum that says this but I like it, as it is, light and airy.  I didn’t miss the bass at all  (sorry Kara!)

This is a keeper

[Moon]

Thanks Mario ! Appreciate the comments 

While the recording was merely an inspiration of the moment, it ended up quiet nicely indeed. However, it doesn't mean we couldn't make this one a bit more perfect... even with some bass... if someone is up to it 

So here's the thing. Let's collaborate !!! 

I don't want to loose the concept of the song, and it's still one that must fit in the setup of a live performance. Pure music please ! 

So this is what I need:
- A bass midi or wave part in G  for 4 bars long
- A bass midi or wave part in D for 4 bars long
- Some drum part of 4 bars long, build with ethnical drum sounds that complement each other
- Some 'etheral' soundscape to complement the song (samples to be triggered while playing)...

The idea is to trigger wave or midi loops while performing live. The bass will be triggered together with the left hand playing.

The resulting performance will be posted on youtube... as proof that one can make a great live performance with material collected out of a forum collab !

Looking forward allready... !!!

Moon

P.S.: Thom, I could make some loopsamples for you so we can make a kind of 'Trilogy'... ehhrrr.... I know, it takes three parts to make a thrilogy, so let's first see who else we can get onboard...

[Oren]

The idea is to trigger wave or midi loops while performing live. The bass will be triggered together with the left hand playing.
 one can make a great live performance with material collected out of a forum collab !

Cool song, with a lot of potential!

I'm going to stand aside and let those of you who work with loops and samples build on this. It is going to be amazing...

[kara]

ok what you think of this ?
No loops, live played


k

[kara]

I thought it could use some percussion too...
Mind you I'm not the best percussion player in the world, you could ask Wyat....

The percussion was played live on a small turkish jembe

k

[Oren]

The percussion was played live on a small turkish jembe

Gotta love that jembe! I guess Moon could sample your playing, then loop it in a live performance?

[kara]

The percussion was played live on a small turkish jembe

Gotta love that jembe! I guess Moon could sample your playing, then loop it in a live performance?

Sure he could, but it wouldn't sound live

k

[Moon]

Gotta love that jembe! I guess Moon could sample your playing, then loop it in a live performance?

Sure he could, but it wouldn't sound live

k

OK, you just have to bring your jembe with you on the next KM-gig. 

[Wyatt]

Great song.

Great job you guys!

 



Wyatt

[folderol]

I liked the bass addition, but wasn't so keen on the perc. Mind you had I first heard the tune with perc. I would probably say it didn't sound right without it