a unique fusion of genres
The music of Michael Duran includes;
"Collaborations"
Projects with my Soundclick friends that I have had the honor to work with;
"Homespun"
Solo projects & Covers done at my home.
live band recordings;
2000-2004
"The Shop"
Heartbreak Highway
3 piece collab/studio recordings
with;
Steve Layman; Piano & Synth
Steve Torok; Drums
Michael Duran; Guitar, Synth, and Bass
1990's
"The Knapps Cutoff Band"
As Is
Studio "open mic" and live recordings
with;
Marty Nicklin; Bass
Steve Layman; Piano & Synth
Steve Torok; Drums
Michael Duran; Guitar & Synth
Thanks to Nathan Bankston, Ray Garcia, and Chris Kenard for their fine vocals.
1980's
"B'wana"
salvaged tape recordings from my 80s club band.
Dan Buck; Drums & Vocals
Michael Duran; Guitar synth & Vocals
Ron Olson; Bass & Vocals
Bill Kramer; Lead Guitar
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Morten Gjermundsen
Jun 14, 2015
This is great Michael! Fantastic percussion work! The strings sounds great ( both the bowed and the plucked ones) Very nice middle eastern flavored melodies.
Great composition, arrangement and production!
Rodrica Rudge
Jun 08, 2015
Fantastic atmosphere, it certainly has a Middle Eastern mystical quality. I like the way you have combined ancient with elements of modern which makes it very appealing and up to date. Superbly composed soundtrack - mesmerizing!
Roger John
Jun 04, 2015
Well Michael you definitely got that Feel in this song. Id say rather perfectly.
Jamey Darnold
Jun 04, 2015
Hello Michael,
This unique arrangement caught me by surprise!
Enjoyable from beginning to end with many visions while listening.
Maybe used for a movie soundtrack? Very refreshing find!
JD
Oddger
Jun 01, 2015
Very cool oriental sounding arrangement. Nice tunes and nice little counterpoint tunes also. The change in rhythm around 1:18 is a great effect and the whole piece nicely keeps twisting and turning these little bits of music in a way that keeps it interesting. The stops and the sitar sounds are highlights! Great producer work and top class choice and handling of instruments.
Musan Dera
Jun 01, 2015
In thoughts I'm in Egypt immediately. There is a very strong Arab atmosphere.
It's not a very serious atmosphere here and that's what I like about it. You added a lot of elements which are making it more game-like, because in games everything can't be too serious.
And I like the way it is ending and you never left the Arab scene.
A good one for June, I feel the heath........
Good one for a soundtrack........
Pinecats
May 31, 2015
I really loved this. This kind of stuff is almost enough to make me want to get a software based DAW. AWESOME instrument tones. Really well put together. Fine playing throughout. Ace!
Dollar Bill and the Unmentionables
May 30, 2015
Now there's a cool fusion - just the right amount of modern to make it fresh and exciting. Ancient Hi-tech - I like it. So, where do I pre-order the game?
Carlo D'Anna
May 29, 2015
Exceptional tune of exotic landscapes!! Mike, you have created a cool world, once again.
spinaceto
May 29, 2015
My friend Michael, is there a genre, style, arrangement or music you couldn´t deliver....? ;) ;)
Extraordinary track, excellent choice of instruments and harmony/melody, the feeling of ancient arabian landscapes is perfectly given with your unbelievable talent and skills!! Yes I could imagine thsi one as a movie or game soundtrack, for sure. The diversity and variety of instruments used here is fantastic, excellent dynamic and song building, ...... Ha, you are great Michael! Hat off to you:) :)
Swampman And The Machine
May 29, 2015
Definitely the far east vibe here cuz nicely done !
KAUL
May 29, 2015
This track certainly conjures up images of the mysterious middle eastern lands. It has such a smooth flow and the various instrumentation plays such a dramatic role in every turn. This would be a great soundtrack for a video game in my opinion. Very well done, nothing less than excellent...!
Ascenzion - Al Massey
May 29, 2015
You definitely succeeded in creating the ethnic feel and mood of the great ancient vibe. Excellent choice of authentic instruments woven into a sound that resonates with Egyptian culture. Bravo Michael. Always exceptional offerings from you Maestro!
Bob Forbes
May 26, 2015
Definitely a tune for the long camel ride across the Sahara :) I liked the orchestra note fade-ins, and the bassoon melody - great instrument choices & enchanting arrangement Michael!
Alan L Cole
May 24, 2015
Wow, great production! Super bass and rhythm track. Cool synthie sitar. Very cool composition, arrangement and exoctic sounds. Would make a great soundtrack for a lot of different video genres. Love the vocalish-outro effect. Very cool Maestro!
DOOMTRAINmusic
May 24, 2015
Certainly pulses with a Middle Eastern beat Micheal, Pyramids of cool sounds to delight the listener, enjoyed !
Michael Bennett
May 23, 2015
Very cool tune and like how each instrument compliments and mixes well the others...really great!
Beautiful rhythm/percussion, and very hypnotic music you are playing..Great guitar, or Sitar, or Bazouki, what ever you are playing....it is fascinating. You are so versatile, and can play any style of music. You are extremely talented, Michael.