Dave Rix
Dave Rix
SPACE BLUES! Instrumental grooves featuring harmonica and bass!
19
songs
376
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Futility
Futility
Brooding guitar track with a groove!
"Futility" is an Instrumental Rock track by Dave Rix on SoundClick. The song is produced at a tempo of 86 BPM. It does not contain any samples or third-party loops. No vocals are used in this instrumental beat. Written in D maj, the track draws on the key's naturally uplifting and expansive qualities. With a tone that is groove, intense and brooding, Dave Rix's track connects on an emotional level. "Futility" has peaked at #14 in the Instrumental Rock category on SoundClick. Dave Rix is an independent artist on SoundClick, releasing Instrumental Rock music directly to fans worldwide.
Spreading In All Directions
Spreading In All Directions
A grooving, danceable track with bluesy harmonica and bass riffs!
"Spreading In All Directions" is a 118-BPM Instrumental Rock track from Dave Rix on SoundClick. Built around bass and harmonica, the song delivers a steady listening experience. No external samples are used in this track. No vocals are used in this beat, giving you unlimited production options. The choice of G maj lends the composition a bright and assured character. The track creates a listening experience that feels groove, techno and dance-pop. "Spreading In All Directions" is part of the Dave Rix catalog on SoundClick, where independent artists connect with a global audience.
Polygamous Polygons
Polygamous Polygons
Imagining how shapes communicate...
SoundClick artist Dave Rix presents "Polygamous Polygons", an outstanding release in the Instrumental Rock genre. Rooted in Electronic Rock, the song brings an even-tempered energy to the Instrumental Rock space. Listeners can expect an euphoric experience, with a tone that is groove and bounce. If Electronic Rock is your sound, "Polygamous Polygons" is a strong addition to your playlist.
You Moved
You Moved
An emotional ride utilizing different elements to create a slight melancholy mood.
"You Moved" by Dave Rix is a Rock production available on SoundClick. Featuring bass and harmonica, the production has a distinctive and cohesive sound. It is 100% original and free of any third-party samples. It is a vocal-free instrumental beat, allowing for complete freedom in post-production. The way that the driving bass, the beat pattern, and the melodic elements are working in sync is marvelous. SoundClick gives artists like Dave Rix a platform to share original Rock music with listeners around the world.
That Groggy Feeling
That Groggy Feeling
The way your brain feels when you're sick...
SoundClick artist Dave Rix presents "That Groggy Feeling", an outstanding release in the Electronica genre. The song moves at 82 BPM, featuring harmonica at its core. It is 100% original and free of any third-party samples. A melancholic note is given by the use of the B♭ min musical key. With a tone that is chill, m83 and air, Dave Rix's track connects on an emotional level. Dave Rix is an independent artist on SoundClick, releasing Electronica music directly to fans worldwide.
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50 years of playing bass and harmonica, through the big hair 80's, blues, hard rock, tribute bands, acoustic duos and trios. It's been a great ride! These are songs from my heart and soul and I hope you enjoy listening to them as much as I enjoyed writing and recording them!
Band/artist history
Started playing harmonica (harp) at 14, bass at 16, mostly self taught. Went through numerous bands, the late 1970's-80's spandex/big hair era, blues bands, acoustic duos/trios, tribute bands including Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, T Rex, and Bob Seger. began recording, writing, singing back up vocals on a 4 track cassette recorder.
Now that I'm retired with a home studio, been very busy recordgin/releasing/collaborating all sorts of projects and musical styles and loving every minute of it!
Have you performed in front of an audience?
50 years performing, recording. Lots of hard work!
Your musical influences
Bass- Jaco, Stanley, Jack Bruce, Martin Turner, Michael Manring, Mark Egan
Harmonica- Sonny Terry, John Mayall, Magic Dick, Corky Siegel, Howard Levy, Paul Butterfield, Charlie Musselwhite
Guitar- Jeff Beck, Bill Nelson, others too numerous to mention!
What equipment do you use?
A dozen different basses including 2-8 strings, a 12 string, and a fretless, but Sire V7 and Ibanez SR1400 are my go to basses. Markbass amps all the way! Bass pedals include Markbass Compressore, Korg tuner, TC Electronic Chorus, MXR Phase 95, NUX bass preamp, and BBE Sonic Stomp.
Harmonicas I play are Hohner Golden Melody and Rocket Amp, Suzuki Manji, with Blue Moon combs, various mics including a hot Astatic JT30, Blows Me Away Bulletini, and EV RE10. Harp amps are Sonny Jr. 4x10, Fender Bassman Reissue, VHT Special 6, Fender Super Champ X2, Mesa Boogie Blue Angel. And for harp pedals a Joyo American Sound, TC Electronics delay and reverb, Lone Wolf Harp Shield.
Elgin, Illinois
USA
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1514718
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