How to Write Drum and Bass Songs
New genres of music crop up everyday. Anyone with an instrument and an idea can create the next big thing on the music scene. Many musical styles, like drum and bass, stay on the periphery of main stream music. Underground audiences, however, provide a loyal and consistent following. Here's how to write a drum-and-bass song.
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Learn DJ techniques like mixing music and creating beats. The DJ is the foundation of drum-and-bass music. In order to create a drum-and-bass song, be familiar with the latest dance music, and listen to the various ways that DJs use the latest sound to merge beats.
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Attend raves. Drum-and-bass was born on the rave scene. These parties are usually only appropriate for adults who can make sound decisions about the various activities that occur during the night. The music, however, is something that all can enjoy and a great place to get song ideas.
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Take a specific approach to song creation. Drum-and-bass has many different flavors. It can be minimalist with only drum loops and one keyboard synth chord. It may also have several layers that include different drums, keyboards and a vocal. This will depend on individual style.
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Incorporate reggae, rock and heavy percussion into looped beats. The beauty of drum-and-bass is the fact that almost any style of music sounds appropriate with the right driving beat behind it. Experiment with various sounds until one resonates on a personal level.
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