Me soloing over a jazz backing track (Stambaugh 6-string)

Lokire · #1 03-15-2007, 12:23 AM

Someone on another forum I frequent posted this backing track for people to solo over:

http://home.comcast.net/~selfcontain...kingtrack2.mp3

So I recorded a bit of improv over it with my Stambaugh 6-string. Here's a good 4:30 minutes of solo for you

:

http://www.acidplanet.com/artist.asp?PID=954890

Recorded with both magnetic pickups 50/50 and in the neck side single-coil mode. Flat EQ.

Let me know what you think and enjoy. Feel free to record and post your own solos over the backing track too!

Alaska Bass · #2 03-15-2007, 12:38 AM

I like the bass. The tone is warm but not muddy and the clarity fits it well.

The soloing was a bit busy at the start, but I like your chops.

Lokire · #3 03-15-2007, 12:40 AM

Thanks. I can't help but be a little busy sometimes, it's just too fun

Skit1 · #4 03-15-2007, 10:43 AM

The backing track was way too low in the mix, Bass playing was quite nice, but I'd prefare a more low bass tone.

Wilbyman · #5 03-15-2007, 10:50 AM

Some really nice stuff in there and your phrasing is generally very good. The bass sounds great. Well done.

Mike Flynn · #6 03-16-2007, 02:13 PM

That was a really nice solo - and yes the bass sounds excellent - your time was great as well, good work. My only constructive criticism would be I'd like to hear you do this with 'real' musicians, you can obviously play, but some genuine interaction would make this a lot more exciting - as a demo it's nice but a little safe, and yes, the backing is way too quiet. You sound really good, why don't you make your own backing / tunes? You've go the skills dude - it's fun and you can still have some noodle time!

Mike

Lokire · #7 03-16-2007, 02:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Mike Flynn

That was a really nice solo - and yes the bass sounds excellent - your time was great as well, good work. My only constructive criticism would be I'd like to hear you do this with 'real' musicians, you can obviously play, but some genuine interaction would make this a lot more exciting - as a demo it's nice but a little safe, and yes, the backing is way too quiet. You sound really good, why don't you make your own backing / tunes? You've go the skills dude - it's fun and you can still have some noodle time!

Mike

Thanks Mike! I actually just did a concert with a jazz ensemble a couple weeks ago (also with the Stambaugh), which was recorded. I'll be getting a copy of the recording next week and I'll probably upload some stuff and post it

I've done some stuff with my own backing, but it's just me playing the bassline + chords + melody/solo. I don't have any drum programming knowledge. Eventually, once I get the midi setup on my Stambaugh going, I'll be able to do some real cool multitracked stuff.

Been working on comping chords while doing a walking bassline at the same time too. Lots of fun! Lovin' the 6-string

Snarf · #8 03-16-2007, 02:31 PM

Um . . . that's not exactly jazz.

Lokire · #9 03-16-2007, 02:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Snarf

Um . . . that's not exactly jazz.

I'm terrible at labelling musical styles...What would you call it?

Greg Johnsen · #10 03-16-2007, 02:56 PM

I'd say it's kind of a bluesy jazz, but nicer than alot of other jazz I've heard.

Great playing man, hopin that I'll be able to pull this kind of stuff off with my 6 one day.

Greg

uturnbass · #11 03-17-2007, 02:07 PM

I like this alot, sounds great dude.
I love that chord thing you do around 0:33 sounds really cool.

Keep it up!

BillytheBassist · #12 03-17-2007, 02:19 PM

Yea man, sounded tight... nice work.

Matt Till · #13 03-17-2007, 04:33 PM

Nice phrasing, the backing track is a little "weather channel" for me, but that's not your fault. Bass playing was great though.

PilbaraBass · #14 03-18-2007, 11:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Lokire

I'm terrible at labelling musical styles...What would you call it?

it's DEATH METAL!!!!

LOL!

OF COURSE IT'S JAZZ!

it's from the genre "smooth jazz".

Lokire · #15 03-18-2007, 11:33 PM

How about we call it "Light Jazz". Smooth Jazz makes me think of Kenny G and elevator music. Not so pleasant things to think about

JPMiers · #16 03-19-2007, 12:01 AM

Whats so bad about kenny G?
except when you have to stay awake and he's being played at work.

great playing by the way, made me realize some chops I need to focus more on but the thought of it eluded me for a while.

Lokire · #17 03-19-2007, 12:12 AM

Nothing I suppose. Just not my cup o' tea. Most of the stuff I've heard from him just sound so....smooth and sappy. Corny. The kind of stuff you hear at the dentist and in the grocery store. I automatically just tune it out now

Jeff Moote · #18 03-19-2007, 12:49 AM

Very nice. I agree that your phrasing is very good.

I also agree that with this backing track it's very "empty" and that you could definitely shine a bit with something else to accompany you.

Oh yeah, nice tone too - I love that bass. Very woody, but still articulate sound.

middlebit · #19 03-19-2007, 01:06 AM

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Originally Posted by JPMiers

Whats so bad about kenny G?
except when you have to stay awake and he's being played at work.

Yeah that, and he plays out of tune too! Maybe not necessarily bad, but excruciating to me - yes!

Lokire, that was really cool. Nice lines, and still groovy. I like when solo playing doesn't seperate drastically from groove playing. Makes it seem more organic.
I don't mind the backing track as it's so obviously just a backing track. As long as you're not planning on putting it out -then I would call Kenny for a cameo

Matt Till · #20 03-19-2007, 08:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Lokire

How about we call it "Light Jazz". Smooth Jazz makes me think of Kenny G and elevator music. Not so pleasant things to think about

It... kinda has that vibe.

But once again, not your fault, it's the smooth jazz backing track.