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1974

Ward C Locke

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A lost tape from the archives, dusted off and given new life. This track captures the raw, unfiltered spirit of 1974loud amps, real drums, and one take to get it right. It’s not just a song; it’s a piece of rock history preserved.
instrumental rock hard rock raw classic rock power trio high energy rebellious king crimson robert fripp nostalgic riff rock analog sound vintage guitar 1970s style
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I don't confine myself to a single genre. My muse draws from every direction, and I follow where it leads using various AI technologies.
Hello, and thank you for listening. I don't really have a single genre that I aspire to create. It's mainly just what I'm feeling in the moment. My muse draws inspiration from every direction. My musical voyage takes me on journeys both internal and external, journeys whose results I can't always predict. For me, it's truly the journey that matters, not the destination. I let my creativity flow freely, allowing it to guide me where it will. I don't constrain myself to a particular style or genre; instead, I embrace the boundless possibilities of musical expression. Each new piece is an adventure, an opportunity to explore uncharted sonic territory. My aim is not to adhere to any preconceived notions of what my music "should" sound like. Rather, I strive to authentically channel the emotions, ideas, and perspectives that well up within me at any given time. The end result may defy easy categorization, but that's part of the beauty. I'm not beholden to any expectations other than my own artistic vision. So in short, I let my muse be my guide. I follow where it leads, embracing the unpredictable journey of musical creation (via various AI technologies). I hope you'll join me on these voyages, as I never know quite where they might take us. Cheers!
Song Info
Genre
Beats Beats General
Charts
Peak #67
Peak in subgenre #9
Author
Ward C Locke
Rights
Ward C Locke
Uploaded
January 09, 2026
Track Files
MP3
MP3 14.6 MB 320 kbps 6:24 minutes
Lossless
WAV 70.2 MB (no audio tag)
Meta Data
Samples
No samples, loops, or splices
BPM
152
Beat
4/4
Key
B min
Vocals
No vocals, instrumental only
Character
Energy
relaxed, cool
high-energy
Danceable
coffee-place
dancefloor
Positivity
dark, sad, angry
happy
Appeal
unique
radio-friendly
Story behind the song
The Movements: The track evolves through distinct phases of intensity: 0:00-0:42 The Ignition: The track explodes out of the gate with a gritty, distorted guitar riff that establishes the aggressive tone, quickly joined by a driving, syncopated drum beat that locks in the groove. 0:42 -1:30 The Crusade: The guitar melody takes flight, moving from rhythmic chugging to a more melodic, searching lead line. The bass guitar pushes the momentum forward, creating a feeling of running toward a horizon. 1:30-2:20 The Storm: The intensity peaks as the lead guitar engages in a chaotic, shred-heavy dialogue with the rhythm section. The cymbals wash over the mix like crashing waves, signaling the emotional climax of the jam. 2:20-End The Afterburn: The energy sustains until the very final second, refusing to fade out, ending on a resolved but resonant chord that leaves the air crackling with feedback. Cultural/Musical Heritage: This track is deeply rooted in 1970s Hard Rock and Proto-Metal. The Sound: It draws from the heritage of British and American rock pioneers (think Deep Purple or early Rush), characterized by the "power trio" format: electric guitar, bass, and drums. The Scales: The guitar work relies heavily on the Minor Pentatonic and Blues scales, the vocabulary of rock rebellion. These scales have their ancestry in African American blues traditions, adapted in the late 60s and 70s to be louder, faster, and more aggressive. The Aesthetic: The "Remastered" nature of the track highlights the Wall of Sound production technique, where instruments bleed into one another to create a massive, unified sonic force, distinct from the sterile separation of modern digital recording. Lyrics and concept by Ward C Locke. Music produced using Suno AI.
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