Juniper
Gold Member
My band The Amber Bugs released our latest single the last few days, one we're all very happy with and a bit of a different sound for us.
Released online on Valentine's Day, exactly 12 months to the day since the song, My Jazzy Valentine, was first conceived and recorded back in August 2018 at Tilehouse Studios, London.
This is the first of three singles from those sessions.
Avalible on all streaming/online services (iTunes, Deezer, YouTube music, Spotify..etc) but below is the Soundcloud link.
https://soundcloud.com/theamberbugs/my-jazzy-valentine
Recorded on Reel to Reel analogue/tape and the drums were recorded so well by our engineer Luke that apart from little level adjusts here and there they weren't mixed/sonically altered in post production as I was already very happy with it.
Due to some slow down sections it was recorded without a click. We used a lovely vintage Rhodes organ for the keys and even a brief appearance for Finger Cymbals and finger clicks!
I'm personally very happy as it was the first song I've recorded completely playing Traditional Grip since starting to make the switch a couple of years ago. It suited the song/drags a lot better and it turned out ok.
Drum Gear Wise
Used my 1960's LM400 Supraphonic and my first recording outing of my recently purchased Sabian HH 21" Vanguard Ride, which sounds lovely. It really suits the vibe of the song.
Also, switched my usual 13" rack and replaced it with my 12" and tuned the drums slightly higher for this one. Did think about recording this song alone on the studios vintage Gretsch Roundbadge but I'm pleased with how my kit sounds regardless, hence the lack of post mixing!
Also, I took the photo on the cover stood outside of the famous 'La Zorra y el Cuervo' Jazz club in Havana, Cuba (check that place out if you're ever over there)
Hope you enjoy.
As always feedback/criticism welcome.
Released online on Valentine's Day, exactly 12 months to the day since the song, My Jazzy Valentine, was first conceived and recorded back in August 2018 at Tilehouse Studios, London.
This is the first of three singles from those sessions.
Avalible on all streaming/online services (iTunes, Deezer, YouTube music, Spotify..etc) but below is the Soundcloud link.
https://soundcloud.com/theamberbugs/my-jazzy-valentine
Recorded on Reel to Reel analogue/tape and the drums were recorded so well by our engineer Luke that apart from little level adjusts here and there they weren't mixed/sonically altered in post production as I was already very happy with it.
Due to some slow down sections it was recorded without a click. We used a lovely vintage Rhodes organ for the keys and even a brief appearance for Finger Cymbals and finger clicks!
I'm personally very happy as it was the first song I've recorded completely playing Traditional Grip since starting to make the switch a couple of years ago. It suited the song/drags a lot better and it turned out ok.
Drum Gear Wise
Used my 1960's LM400 Supraphonic and my first recording outing of my recently purchased Sabian HH 21" Vanguard Ride, which sounds lovely. It really suits the vibe of the song.
Also, switched my usual 13" rack and replaced it with my 12" and tuned the drums slightly higher for this one. Did think about recording this song alone on the studios vintage Gretsch Roundbadge but I'm pleased with how my kit sounds regardless, hence the lack of post mixing!
Also, I took the photo on the cover stood outside of the famous 'La Zorra y el Cuervo' Jazz club in Havana, Cuba (check that place out if you're ever over there)
Hope you enjoy.
As always feedback/criticism welcome.