Make It Reggae with Bunjo Music Productions

A how-to guide for those who want to make their music more reggae.

Bunjo Music Productions is a music production company that specializes in reggae music.

Introduction

Bunjo Music Productions is a Albany, New York based music production company that specializes in creating Reggae and Dancehall tracks. The company was founded in 2014 by music producer and artist Bunji Garlin.

Bunjo Music Productions has worked with some of the biggest names in the Reggae and Dancehall industry, including Beenie Man, Bounty Killer, Elephant Man, and Mr. Vegas. The company has also collaborated with artists from other genres, such as Hip Hop artist Jadakiss and R&B singer Mariah Carey.

Bunjo Music Productions’ goal is to bring the energy and vibrancy of Reggae and Dancehall music to a wider audience. The company’s tracks are characterized by their catchy hooks, hard-hitting beats, and positive lyrics.

If you’re looking for fresh, exciting Reggae and Dancehall tracks, look no further than Bunjo Music Productions!

What is Reggae Music?

Reggae music is a style of music that was developed in Jamaica in the 1960s. The music is based on the African-American style of music called ska. Reggae is known for its slow, relaxed beats and its focus on peace, love, and unity. The music is often political and is used to spread messages of social change.

The Origins of Reggae Music

Most people think of reggae music as simply being a type of music that come out of Jamaica, but the reality is that reggae music has its origins in a number of different places. While it is true that the vast majority of reggae artists are from Jamaica, there are also many reggae artists from other parts of the world, including the United States, Canada, England, and even Australia.

Reggae music has its roots in a number of different genres, including ska, rocksteady, and dub. Ska is a type of Jamaican music that was popular in the 1960s and 1970s. Rocksteady is another type of Jamaican music that was popular in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Dub is a type of Jamaican music that was popular in the 1970s and 1980s.

Reggae music is typically characterized by its use of syncopated rhythms, as well as its focus on melody and bass. Reggae songs often contain elements of political or social commentary. The lyrics of reggae songs are often about love, peace, and unity.

The Elements of Reggae Music

There are four basic elements that make up reggae music: the drum, the bass, the rhythm guitar, and the lead guitar. Each element plays a vital role in creating the unique sound of reggae music.

The drum is the foundation of reggae music. It is typically played with a drum machine or an acoustic drum set. The bass is the second most important element in reggae music. It provides the ” heartbeat” of the music and gives it its characteristic groove. The rhythm guitar is used to play catchy rhythms that complement the bass line and help to create the signature reggae sound. The lead guitar is usually used to play solos and add embellishments to the other instruments.

Reggae music is typically characterized by its slow, relaxed tempo and its focus on 4/4 beats. However, there are many different subgenres of reggae music that feature different tempos, rhythms, and instrumentation.

How to Make It Reggae with Bunjo Music Productions

Reggae music can be enjoyed by people of all ages and backgrounds. It’s a great way to bring people together and create a positive and fun atmosphere. If you’re looking to make your own reggae music, Bunjo Music Productions can help you out. We’ll show you how to make it reggae with our production services.

The Reggae Rhythm

The reggae rhythm is surprisingly easy to play. It’s just a matter of getting the timing down. The basic pulse of reggae music is what’s known as a ‘skank’. To play a skank, you alternate between hitting the low end of the drum on beats 2 and 4, and playing an open hi-hat on beats 1 and 3. The snare drum usually comes in on the backbeat (2 and 4), but it’s not necessary to play it all the time. You can also leave it out altogether if you want to create a more laid-back feel.

To get started, sit down at your drum set and get comfortable. You’ll want to be able to reach all of the drums and cymbals easily. Place your hands in position so that you’re ready to play the skank rhythm.

Now, start by hitting the low end of the drum on beat 2. On beat 3, play an open hi-hat. Then, hit the low end of the drum again on beat 4. Finally, on beat 1 of the next measure, close the hi-hat. That’s one skank cycle complete.

Once you have the basic skank rhythm down, you can start adding in other drums and percussion instruments. The most common instruments used in reggae are the bass drum, snare drum, hi-hat, ride cymbal, and tambourine. However, there are many other percussion instruments that can be used as well. Experiment and see what sounds good to you!

The Skank

The skank is the most basic and essential reggae rhythm. It’s usually played on the offbeat by the guitars and is sometimes called the ‘chuck’. If you can play a skank, you can play reggae!

Here’s how it’s done:

1) Start by playing a downstroke on the 4th beat of the measure (count 1-2-3-4).

2) On the next downbeat (count 2), play an upstroke.

3) Play another downstroke on the following beat (count 3). Upstrokes are usually only played on the 2nd and 4th beats of the measure.

4) Finally, play an upstroke on the 4th beat of the measure (count 4). And that’s it! Just keep repeating this pattern and you’re playing a skank.

The One Drop

Reggae music is typified by a heavy bass sound that often uses the bass drop technique. The “one drop” is a musical term that originated in reggae music. It is the moment when the bass drum makes its first hit after an extended break. This signature reggae beat feels like it’s dropping down into the pocket of the groove and serves to accentuate the downbeat.

The Upstroke

The upstroke is a very important part of playing reggae guitar. It gives the music its characteristic feel and helps to create the “skipping” rhythm that is so essential to the style. If you are not already familiar with this technique, now is the time to learn it. You will need to use it frequently while playing reggae guitar.

There are two basic ways to perform an upstroke: with a pick, or with your finger. If you are using a pick, you will want to hold it between your thumb and first finger, and use a light touch when striking the strings. The key is to make sure that the pick does not “dig in” too deeply, as this will cause unwanted noise and make it difficult to keep a steady rhythm.

If you are using your finger, you will want to place your first finger behind the second string (the E string) and strike up towards the first string (the high E). Be sure to use the fleshy part of your finger, and not the nail, as this will produce a much cleaner sound. You can also try using your third finger for this stroke, but it takes some practice to get used to it.

The Reggae Bass Line

The reggae bass line is one of the most distinctive and easily recognizable features of the style. It’s often described as a “boom-chick” pattern, and it’s created by playing the root note (the lowest note in the chord) on the downbeat, followed by the second and fifth notes of the scale on the “and” counts.

For example, in a C major chord, the root note is C, the second note is D, and the fifth note is G. So a C major chord would be played like this:

C Root note on the downbeat
D Second note on the “and” of 1
G Fifth note on the “and” of 2
C Root note on the downbeat of 3

This pattern continues throughout the song, with different chords being played on different beats. The best way to learn how to play thispattern is to listen to as much reggae as possible and try to imitate what you hear.

Another important element of reggae bass lines is Jerome Kern’s famous “hits.” These are quick, sharp attacks that fall between the beats and add a lot of energy to the music. They’re usually played on either an open string or at the very bottom of the fretboard, and they’re often accentuated with a bit of slap-style technique.

Here’s an example of a hits-style Jamaican bass line:

d--2h3p2—-2h3p2—-2h3p2—-2h3p2—-|
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E————————————--|

d--5h7p5—-5h7p5—-5h7p5—-5—7—5-|
A————————————--|
E————————————--|

Conclusion

We would like to thank you for choosing Bunjo Music Productions to be a part of your special event. It was our pleasure to provide you with professional, high quality music entertainment. We hope that you will continue to use our services in the future and recommend us to your friends and family.

Thank you again,

Sincerely,
Bunjo Music Productions