Rough Draft
Rough Draft is a producer, composer, solo rap artist and self-taught music theory instructor.
A Smooth Jazz track by Rough Draft.
SoundClick artist Rough Draft presents "Evening Walk", a remarkable release in the Smooth Jazz genre. Every element serves the song, creating a cohesive listening experience from start to finish. The arrangement unfolds with a natural ease, guiding the listener through a more immersive experience. "Evening Walk" has peaked at #23 in the Smooth Jazz category on SoundClick. Rough Draft continues to build a Smooth Jazz catalog on SoundClick, one of the longest-running platforms for independent artists.
Made this right before my MPC broke.
"The Look" by Rough Draft is a Beats production available on SoundClick. The production choices feel intentional, giving the track a distinct character. The arrangement unfolds with a natural ease, guiding the listener through a more immersive experience. SoundClick gives artists like Rough Draft a platform to share original Beats music with listeners around the world.
I composed / programmed this piece back in November 03' thru January 04'.
"Jazz 2004-A Tribute to Audrey and Ron Williams Sr." by Rough Draft is a Smooth Jazz production available on SoundClick. The production choices feel intentional, giving the track a distinct character. This is a remarkable offering in this genre from this independent artist. It has charted at #25 on the SoundClick Smooth Jazz chart. Stream "Jazz 2004-A Tribute to Audrey and Ron Williams Sr." and explore more from Rough Draft on SoundClick.
Album introduction written produced and performed by Rough Draft
"The Defining Moment" is a Hip-Hop track by Rough Draft on SoundClick. The song establishes its own world and invites the listener to settle in. The track delivers a memorable listening experience in this genre, and effortlessly connects with the listener. "The Defining Moment" is part of the Rough Draft catalog on SoundClick, where independent artists connect with a global audience.
Instrumental by Rough Draft
"Turn Up The Heat" is a Rap Beats track by Rough Draft on SoundClick. There is an authenticity to the performance that draws the listener in. This is a remarkable offering in this genre from this independent artist. "Turn Up The Heat" is part of the Rough Draft catalog on SoundClick, where independent artists connect with a global audience.
The man behind the funk, soul and jazz tinged soundscapes used by Soundclick artists Dre' Rock and Yung Cypher, has stepped out of the shadows with his own Soundclick webpage!
Check back often for new joints by one of hip-hop's best kept secrets, Rough Draft!
I've participated in several beat battles since I've lived in New York City. The Nuyorican Poets Cafe, CBGB's Gallery, and The Five Spot Lounge are
a few of the clubs I've battled in. Battles are cool because you can network with other producers, and if a competitor is really dope, you can try to study his techniques. I use battles
to learn different ways to freak beats, and how to entertain a crowd.
Jazmarc, Moe Texx, Robie Mann and Jeff Black [four producers from Cleveland, Ohio who I consider my mentors to this very day]. Quincy Jones,Herbie Hancock, Miles Davis, and Roy Ayers are major influences in my sound,also.
I use what I can get my hands on...literally.
Sampler, sound module, computer, analog synth,live instruments...whatever.
If my sound moves you in some way, then it's done it's job. I hope you enjoy what you hear. This Summer is going to be bananas! I have alot of projects lined up that I'll keep you updated on. Last but not least, pick up a copy of Rough Draft-"The Sessions Compilation".
Also check out the group Spittin' Image[www.deepthinka.com].
I produced "Better Believe" on their current album "Broken Mirrors", which is being sold at Underground Hip Hop [www.ughh.com].