I love reggae music, so wanted to try to produce a track in that style. It's not in the style of Bob Marley, but still I tried to capture the laid back Jamaican living style (with a modern twist to the sounds). Build it layer by layer... I think it sounds quite good on headphones or if you have good speakers.

Let me know what you experts think!

Kingston Blues


RealTracks used:
Bass: RT2702
Drums: CloudRap & ReggaeTambo
Piano RT1160
Horns: RT2290

Will

Will,
Very clean on my headphones.
Ya dig mon! Need lyrics now
This is somewhat inline with German dub band Seeed.

Thanks for posting!

Misha.

I was impressed by this mesmerizing composition when I listened to it yesterday or the day before when it popped up on my Watchlist...
However I can't remember if I commented...
Good job!

Some very cool sounds. I do like the way you layered it. The song took on different shapes and feel as the song progressed. Very cool

I'm not an expert, but I will let you know what I think. I like the way you have woven all the tracks into an aurally appealing composition. Nice!

Will,
Soundcloud popped up a lovely message to say they couldn't play the track now & for me to try again later. I will.

Nice easy listening reggae, I don't think I've ever heard Reggae done that way. Good song!!

Misha, Jim, Scott and Ezekiel's Storm,

I thank you all for listening and your kind comments. Very much appreciated!

Will

Hi rayc, It sometimes happens when they update their software. Very seldom though. But thank you for trying!
Will

I appreciate that you took time to listen to this, Belladonna. Yes, it is a bit different from "normal" reggae... I guess that is just me.. I like to experiment with music.

Thanks again,
Will

Well I'm no expert but,

I loved the groove.

unusual instrument mix and sound to me at least

I think it works!

enjoyed the listen,

Kenny

Very relaxing track to listen to, interesting reggae with some dub and horns that remind me of tijuna brass bands.

Janne

Nice work, Will! Love the reggae inspired vibes on this one. It's really modern sounding, and definitely a unique piece. A fine example of Band-in-a-Box's diverse capabilities. It got my toe tapping in no time.

Thanks for sharing

Nice.

Hi Will,

I'm always amazed at your versatility - your a real daredevil when it comes to reaching new musical shores.

I have to admit that I'm no big Reggae fan, but this is another great thing you're coming up with - so different yet so familiar. Great economic usage of the instruments (which, I think, is far more difficult than pulling out all the stops).

Your posts always add a lot of yummy spice to the forum!

Kind regards,

Stefan

Great melody on top of a cool rhythm Will! Great blend of sounds here! Mesmerizing is the key word I think! Thanks, Torrey

Very laidback sounding Will! The mixdown sounds very clean. Thanks for sharing!

Hi Kenny, Janne, Deryk, David, Stefan, Torrey and Joe,

So sorry for this rude way of answering all of your kind messages in one take, but I'm sick these days (nothing serious) - and I lack the energy to write a message for each of you (or do anything else for that matter).

Please know that I appreciate your kind comments a lot!

Will be back when I am fresh again!
Will

Kære Will,

kom godt i gang!

Stefan

Will,

The minimalism of this piece really works. Nicely done.

SD

We like Reggae and this modern twist is fascinating.

And the mix sounds outstandingly good on our monitors.

Fun!

J&B

Will,

Cool. A nice piece. Well done. That snare is cool.

Good mix. This would be a great piece to put lyrics to...

fj

Man this is really cool!

Hi Janice & Bud,

Thank you so much for your kind comments! Very much appreciated!

Will

Hi Floyd Jane,

Oh..wow.. please put lyrics to it... that would be so amazing... would really like to hear what you would come up with.

Thanks for listening!
Will

Thanks a lot, David. I very much appreciate that you took time to listen to it.

Will

Well constructed and produced music! It has a cool, somber vibe. Nicely done! Take care. Greg

hi Will drums are awesome this was a great listen for me very engaging thanks eric

Thanks a lot for listening and your kind comment, Greg!

Will




Thank you, Eric! Very much appreciated!
Will

Thank you for your kind comment - I'm sorry that I didn't see it before today! I very much appreciate that you took time to listen to this track!

Will