Tracing Shadows
History of having too much time on my hands. Wish I had a full band to transpose this stuff. I suck with real instruments, so I generally rely on synthetic st
Decided to do my own take on the Judy Garland classic, in memory of my dad and family lost.
"Somewhere Over the Rainbow" is a Cover Songs track by Tracing Shadows on SoundClick. The sound is shaped by piano, giving the song its signature feel. The arrangement unfolds with a natural ease, guiding the listener through a more immersive experience. It has reached the top 10 on the SoundClick Cover Songs chart, peaking at #4. Stream "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" and explore more from Tracing Shadows on SoundClick. This song is available as free download.
New & improved remade version of my old song. Cheers to the disaster we all have grown to love to hate, 2020!
SoundClick artist Tracing Shadows presents "Spook [2020]", an outstanding release in the Industrial Metal genre. It is the kind of track that finds the right moment to make itself heard. With a tone that is spook, doom metal and hard rock, Tracing Shadows's track connects on an emotional level. "Spook [2020]" has peaked at number 3 on the SoundClick Industrial Metal chart. Tracing Shadows is an independent artist on SoundClick, releasing Industrial Metal music directly to fans worldwide. Download this track for free.
Original song that was performed live with a former friend late in 2017. Will be remaking a studio version soon.
"Devastated (early live version)" is an Acoustic Rock track by Tracing Shadows on SoundClick. It rewards close listening, revealing new details on each playthrough. The production choices here reflect a genuine understanding of what makes acoustic rock work. It has charted at #18 on the SoundClick Acoustic Rock chart. "Devastated (early live version)" is part of the Tracing Shadows catalog on SoundClick, where independent artists connect with a global audience. Free MP3 download available for this track on SoundClick.
New vocals! New FX! Bigger & badder, baby!!
"Ride On (New Version)" by Tracing Shadows is an Industrial Metal production available on SoundClick. The sound is shaped by vocal, giving the song its signature feel. The track creates a listening experience that feels shadows, free beat and rap. It has reached #22 on the main SoundClick Metal chart. Listeners into Metal, Experimental and Industrial will find this track a natural fit within their rotation. You can download this track free of charge.
New vocals, FX, and overall better balance! Dig it!!
Independent artist Tracing Shadows drops "More Than Morbid (New Version)", an Industrial Metal track on SoundClick. Featuring vocal, the production has a distinctive and cohesive sound. With a tone that is shadows, trap and j. cole, Tracing Shadows's track connects on an emotional level. "More Than Morbid (New Version)" has peaked at number 3 on the SoundClick Industrial Metal chart. If Metal, Experimental and Industrial is your sound, "More Than Morbid (New Version)" is a strong addition to your playlist. Download this track for free.
Mostly just me. I've been in numerous projects/bands over the years, all based in or around Cedar Rapids, IA, such as STIFLE, Vent, Three Degrees East, and Two Fifths/Relapse (Acoustic Duo). Finding and keeping a full band has always been a dream/goal, but is apparently much more difficult than it should be. I use whatever media at my disposal to "create" backing music for my vocal structures and yes, I do write plenty of my own lyrics. As a kid I'd always sing in the shower and try to memorize as many songs I heard on the radio as I could lol Guess it's just always been in me. I've always strived to be better, and have better equipment to work with, but that's also been a bit taxing.
Yes, lots. Biggest crowd was probably around 500 or so people (impressive to some, not so much to others lol). That was opening for a national act called Midnight To Twelve (now dismembered). They had actually asked for us a few more times as they came through our area to open for them, and we (Stifle) were very blessed and grateful for the opportunity. That particular night was definitely the most fulfilling; the crowd energy was amazing and everything felt explosive with power. Such a rush.
Alice In Chains, STP, Sevendust, Dry Kill Logic, Disturbed, Earshot, Seether, Rammstein, Nine Inch Nails, Pantera, Marilyn Manson, Godsmack, and many of the super talented unsigned bands I've found online. including this very site!
E835 Sennheiser Condenser Microphone, FocusRite Scarlett 2i2 mixer, Audacity for recording (yes, i know there's better out there but i'm broke af), MTV Music Generator (PSX), keyboards on occasion, even a lil snare tambourine here & there (i can't full-on drum but I can percuss like a mofo lol)
What else do you wanna know? I'm a weirdo by nature. An outcast that never fits in or belongs anywhere. Music is the only other outlet for me, aside from art.