Now that's what I'm talking about. Thanks for the comments. I, for one,
have been pretty lazy when it comes to beats in the past, which I
thought was odd because I'm a pretty good drummer. The drums don't
change in "Intact" and I can see how that might be a sticking point for
some people. It is for me in a lot of instances, especially in the
music we're working on now. However, it doesn't bother me in this case
because the rest of the song changes so much melodically. "Intact", in
general, is supposed to be reminiscent of an older style and feel. Kind
of a minimal track with a classic Detroit stringiness to it. For those
of you who are old enough to remember them, it's also supposed to have
a 1950's/1960's b&w, sci-fi movie/Twilight Zone/Outer Limits (the
original) soundtrack vibe as well. Think of it existing in three acts
(like most movies) or three musical movements. I'm not saying it
couldn't have benefitted from some drum trickery. I considered spicing
them up a bit but ultimately decided against it, as I felt it wasn't
paramount, given everything else that was going on. I guess that's what
remixes are for. I really was trying to showcase the melodic elements,
especially at the end. That is a bona fide theme and I'm particularly
proud of it. Expect more distinct, deliberate, memorable melodies from
us as opposed to just tinkering on the high keys. You can also expect
less "linear" arrangements (on some stuff).
Peace.
Boyer
On Nov 7, 2006, at 8:05 AM, Tristan Watkins wrote:
I really dig the melodies and it's really well produced. Everything
leaps out in the mix, nice sounds, etc. But 'Intact' is really linear.
The beats don't change much worth speaking of and the melodic changes
occur in chunks (8-bar intervals, etc). Personally I don't mind this
style (most everything I made forever was like this and some of my
favourite music has been arranged this way) and I like the way the
track continues to evolve throughout, but I reckon it could be
improved with more attention to the beats. I think you can get away
with a chunky arrangement style like this but I think it will go over
better if you combine it with some added variance in the beats. As is
it's almost like you're putting so much pressure on the melodies to
carry the song that you're asking a lot of the listener. I dig it as
is, but I reckon you guys could make it that little bit better which
would make me run out and buy it. Make sure to leave those melodies
intact though. ;)
Thanks for posting up the whole track. I think it really helps for
this track in particular.
Tristan
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On Nov 7, 2006, at 7:19 AM, Brian Boyer wrote:
For those of you who like more than 30 seconds to sample a song, you
can hear Strand's new single, Intact, in its entirety on our MySpace
page. You'll also find future releases, classics and unreleased
material there as well.
We'd like to know what people think of the new stuff as it comes out,
even if you hate it. We figured we had a captive audience in the 313
community. So far, with one exception, you've been pretty silent. Is
it brilliant? Lackluster? Not funky enough for you? Beyond your
comprehension? Speak up...you do on everything else : ) We know we've
been away, but we're back and we mean business. Give the native sons
some healthy 313 debate.
http://www.myspace.com/strand313
