Rob Hines/Kevin Walker Style: Christian Contemporary / Praise and Worship

Every now and then a song comes our way that just makes us stop everything - stop the session, put down the sticks, stop checking the email - and listen. Well, "Holy Like You Are" is just one of those songs. The level of songwriting and production makes us proud to be associated with this song. It reminds us of how much beauty and talent there is out in the world - Rob, thank you for blessing us in sharing this song.

Be sure to read the Behind the Song information - it really shows the process of putting our loops to work and getting great results.

"Holy Like You Are"
Behind The Song - Testimonial

 

The Fritz Style: Pop Rock/Modern Rock

Out there somewhere is an A&R guy just hoping he finds a band with as much talent, heart, and soul as Andy Wilson's The Fritz. Andy is pretty much a Beta Monkey junkie, having picked up nearly the entire catalogue of our drum loop releases. And, we have to say, Andy and the band put these drum grooves, whether it's the faster rock and pop drum loops or the slower ballad drum loops, to damn good use. Seriously, why these guys are not out on tour right now with Matchbox 20 or the Goo Goo Dolls is beyond us. It is pro stuff all the way with catchy hooks, infectious rhythms, and strong, distinctive vocals. We seriously think there is a bright future for them. We can only hope they remember the lowly Beta Monkey when the "Big Time" calls upon The Fritz. Let's hope The Fritz remember the Drum Werks Vol. IV and the Alt and Modern Rock set that got it all going. You can read all about The Fritz and learn more about the band at www.thefritz.info. Tell 'em Beta Monkey sent ya.

"Live4Love"
"May"

 

Steve Gibb Style: Guitar Rock/Instrumental

Steve is one helluva musician. He was perhaps the first to submit his music to us and, we will be honest, we were shocked. Just hearing what Steve was able to do with the grooves off of Drum Werks Volume I, Drum Werks Vol. II ,and Drum Werks Vol. III was beyond all expectation. As you will hear, Steve can cut the grooviest rock stomper and then serve up some sweet melodies on his guitar. A true pro and someone we are proud makes good use of the Beta Monkey drum loops. You can see what is new with Steve at www.stevegibb.com - pay him a visit.

"Bully Balls"
"Chinese Cowboy"

 

Tom Hunt/Three Rooms  Style: Rock/Experimental/Ambiant

Tom sent us a song recently and were really floored with what he did with some loops off of Beta Monkey's Alt and Modern Rock CD's. If there is one thing we have found from the various releases is their sheer versatility. Here we have a disc geared for rock which Tom went and twisted into a killer, hypnotic tune. From the sound of it, Toms seems to have put a bit of low-end and compression to create a really nasty pumping kick sound. And, that really stems from the fact that our drums come as natural as we can deliver. We give you the headroom to enhance the grooves, whether it's EQ, compression, or a host of any effects. You can't do that with loops that already have a ton of processing - only natural, 100% pure drums give you that option. We're glad we look at drums this way. And, we're more than glad Tom shared with us his latest creation. Visit more of Tom's music at www.soundclick.com.

"Minimally Blue"

 

Jamsire Ernoir Style: Funk/R & B/Groove

Let us just flat-out and say it - Ernie is the man. He is just an absolute killer producer as you will hear in the following clip. He truly knows how to do Beta Monkey's stuff right. While it one thing to take one of our acoustic loops and put it in a song, Ernie actually gives it groove. When the bass line is locking in with a few of the grooves off Drum Werks Vol. IV , you will find nothing tastier. And, it is great to see Beta Monkey stuff get used in a non-rock situation. Let's face it, good acoustic drums form the backbone of ALL styles of music. Let us just finish by saying that Ernie is the real deal - a talented musician and, more important, a great guy. He's the first one to write and ask, "What's new from Beta Monkey?" Judging from the music he passed along to us, we should all be asking, "Hey Ern, What's new with the music?" We're sure he's cooking up something tasty as we write!

"Control Power" (featuring Kelly Banner)

 

Phillip B. Holmes Style: Metal/Heavy Rock

Phil is as heavy as it gets. Seriously, he rocks very hard and just crushes the hell out of these tunes. It is just flat-out great to see that ass-kicking, no-holds-barred riff-making is not dead yet. Try coming up with a song like this with some of our competitor's loops - ain't happening. Phil used Beta Monkey's Drum Werks Vol. I and the Alt and Modern Rock CD's to deliver these seriously heavy goods.

"Average Groove"
"Shasleevy"

 

Ken Vandevrie - ADS Studio Productions Style: Commerical Production

These fine fellas from up in Canada show the commerical possibilities in our catalogue of drum loops. Now, we never thought of our drum grooves as having any commercial appeal, but Ken and ADS showed us just how little we knew about our own grooves! I believe Ken mentioned this promo spot was being used for Canadian TV so it's a shame we could never hear it next time we got out of the studio and hit the T.V. But, it's a smooth and polished production bed and it just makes you want to tap your foot. It's got a good beat! The grooves in the promo spot were taken from Drums Werks Volumes IV. If you need anything done in terms of music, visit ADS Studio Productions and see what they can do for you.

"ADS Production Bed"

 

Atlantic Blues Band - Ron Metcalf Style: Blues

This is a classic Beta Monkey story. Ron doesn't know us from a hole in the wall but he likes the samples he hears on the Drums Werks Volumes IV page, so he figures,"What the hell? What is there to lose by picking up the disc?" So, he gets his CD about three days later and what does he do? He lays down some nasty blues before we even have a chance to ask him how the bluesy drum loops off Volume III are treating him. Now, this tune is tasty! You lay down some slow buesy drum grooves and put some sweet guitar on top (don't forget laying a nice fat bassline in there too) and you sound like you should be playing a set at the Austin City Limits Festival. Ron, you definitely have to get your hands on the new bluesy stuff we have in the works - I know you will do it right.

"Loopy Blues "
"Blue Heat "

 

Luca Jontom Tomassini  Style: Modern Rock/Pop

We just love this song. From Italy, Jon Tom ordered up some of our Alt and Modern Rock CD's and got down to some serious work. He sent it by our way (complete with the introduction!) and we haven't stopped playing since around here in the studio. It is one helluva catchy song. Tight groove, funky guitars and bass, and killer dynamics. Jon Tom - you totally rule. (and, if you are in a hurry to hear the main groove, it picks up at about 1:00). Pay him a visit and see what else he's up to at Artist Launch or Luca's personal page. A truly, talented artist - we're proud he is using the Beta Monkey stuff.

"Fat Moon"

 

 

Ryan Weiss Style: Metal/Heavy Rock/Sleaze Rock

Now, this is one truly twisted individual (and we say that with the utmost love and respect for the guy). Ryan is a complete riff-meister, on "10" all the way and in every way. He directed us to his page over at SoundClick that was just chock full of song after song, riff after riff - each one just killing. It is so cool in this day and age that someone out there still knows what it means to turn up the guitar and just let all hell break loose. We had to sit down after listening through his catalogue (which, amazingly enough, he put together in a few weeks using Beta Monkey's Drum Werks Vol. IV and the Alt and Modern Rock CD's).

We must warn you, though, Ryan's music most definitely gets a PARENTAL ADVISORY for lyrical content! So, if you have anyone under 18 near the computer, get them far, far away before unleashing these tunes!

"Jailbait (Motorhead Tribute)" - Drum Werks Vol. IV loops
"Detroit Rock City (KISS Tribute)" - Drum Werks Vol. IV loops
"Cheap Seats, Cheap Thrills" - Alt and Modern Rock I loops
"Sodomy" - Alt and Modern Rock I loops
"Do You?" - Alt and Modern Rock II loops

 

Lee Arnone Style: Metal

Lee hails from Canada and probably does a lot of things well. All we know is that THIS GUY CAN SHRED. He is a monster. He is a riff factory. He is the real deal. We don't think anyone has put together as much material from Double Bass Mania as he has. Prepare to have your face ripped off and handed to you from two of the cuts he has submitted to us.

"Devoured"
"Zombie Apocalypse"

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Song Submission Count: As of January 1, 2006, we have received 578 songs (and counting). That's enough material for nearly 58 albums! Obviously, these need to get reviewed and posted - Look for an update very soon.

 

Have some great stuff that you think belongs on this page? Send it in! That is what Beta Monkey is all about - Giving you the right tools to get your music done.