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Tone demo for new Skjold bass !

Many have asked for it so I thought I’d post a little snippet of a tune I’m working on for the new CD (will keep you posted on THAT as well!!). It’s not fully mixed and is not a representation of the complete track, but there is a nice display of tones here. The bass is flat with a slight bass boost and the melody is flat with the neck pickup soloed. Hope you like it!!

btw: this track is in 5… see if you can feel it! ;)

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7 Responses to “Tone demo for new Skjold bass !”

  1. Vuyani says:

    I really dig the sound of your new bass! I’m looking forward to your next disc as well! Thanks for the sound clip, I was really curious how your new bass sounds. You and Pete Skjold hit a homerun!

  2. Dude… Reinhart kills. And the piano (and player) sounds like Randy Porter, yes?
    –p

  3. damian says:

    Thanks man! It’s actually Ramsey embick on piano. Love Randy, tho!

  4. michael menduno says:

    wow! sounds amazing!! looking fwd to getting the new cd! peace

  5. Steve Swatkins says:

    This track sounds incredible, as does the new bass.
    Congrats man, can’t wait to hear the album.
    I actually felt this groove in 7 and a half first because of the phrasing but then I could feel the pulse in 5 with three groups pulsing to make the 15 beat phrase.

  6. randy clere says:

    Damian,

    Really like the feel and sound of the tune, as well as your bass… I find your playing very inspiring!!! BE WELL!

    Randy

  7. Donald says:

    That’s the strangest 5 I’ve ever heard! However, if you don’t try to count it. and just FEEL it, it’s easy! The Skjold sounds beautiful!

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