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Song Info
Genre
Jazz • Nu Jazz
Charts
#119 in subgenre Peak #8
Charts
Peak #35
Author
Steve Smith
Rights
Steve Smith
Uploaded
June 30, 2012
Track Files
MP3
MP3 4.3 MB • 128 kbps • 4:38
Story behind the song
Off the west coast of Greece lies the island of Zakynthos. On its north east coast, away from the frenetic clubbing resorts, is a small town called Alykes, and right on the idyllic beach was a wonderful bar named Buka. After a strenuous day lolling on the sand or swimming in the sea we would repair to Buka for a cold drink or three to watch the sunset and plan where to go for dinner. It's a tough life sometimes. The drinks were amazing, the views over the sea unbelievable, and they always played the most fantastic chill-out music. It was a style I wouldn't have listened to before, but I grew to love it. I tried to recreated the vibe here. Created for the Coconut Blues Club "Chill Out" challenge, June 2012, this is just a piece of pure improvisation. I tried to embellish it later but ended up deleting everything and just coming back to the first takes. Don't know if Buka is still in business, but it left me with the best memories. Two more beers please, frozen glasses...
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Dr. Bob's Jazz - Benefit Boppin' Quartet - JBBQ
Jul 10, 2012
Wonderful mood song, Seth. This is especially excellent Nu Jazz with a real Chill Out feeling of BLISS. And the mix of synth and other backing is just superb. There are not enough Stars for this creative tune. But we can give you at least ten of these: !!!!!!!!!! (hope this means better than 5 Stars in the UK - ha ha).
Drumnjon
Jul 08, 2012
WOW...... Im all ears...and smiles Jon
Joe Hill
Jul 07, 2012
Man! So nice, so very, very nice. Great job!
We Dont Mind ChaoS
Jul 06, 2012
Eyes closed...letting the music take me on a nice gentle journey. Feeling the relaxation beginning and the mood brightening... :)
Keyshardy
Jul 05, 2012
Love the way the synth leads dance around the most excellent fender piano riff..Hypnotic stuff Seth..Superb in every way!
GinNger SparklezZz
Jul 03, 2012
wow...this is a fantastic classic sounding chillout tune! i love the synth work and minimal sound of this song...it has a nice creeping progression. great sounds & textures and a great production!!
Mikejazz
Jul 03, 2012
Exquisite groove with the flowing pads intersecting and creating a mysterious atmosphere. Introspective and beautiful.
Michael R7 GT
Jul 01, 2012
Wonderful chilled atmosphere! Greatness!
Michael Duran
Jul 01, 2012
You certainly brought a fond memory to life again with this soundscape Steve, thanks for sharing this VERY pleasant mood with us :)
Michael Bennett
Jul 01, 2012
Weaving textures and a terrific soundscape right out of the gate on this track - pass me my drink please. ;)
Ziggophon
Jul 01, 2012
Great sounding and a nice relaxed mood :o)
Rodrica Rudge
Jul 01, 2012
Love the story behind this track...and you've captured the scene with the music perfectly. Amazing composition and production.
Finnski
Jul 01, 2012
great captured Steve!! I can hear them coming with the 2 beer now :-)
Carlo D'Anna
Jul 01, 2012
Easy and chill with lots of inner power! Nice soaring atmospheres and an awesome saw!!