How to Write Energetic BASS Lines • Music Theory from The Chemical Brothers "No Reason"
How to Write Energetic BASS Lines
Step 1. Rhythmic Energy
There’s a super energetic bass line in the new single “No Reason” by The Chemical Brothers. To write a bass line like this, you need a lot of movement. Not just rhythmic movement, but melodic movement too. So, start by writing an energetic 2-bar rhythm for your bass line. Just use one pitch for now. We used A. You see, if you can get your bass sounding cool on one note, imagine how amazing it’s gonna sound when you bring in the melodic movement!
Here are three guidelines for writing your rhythm. First, use a combination of 1/8 notes…
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