Had several attempts now at creating a drum track to go with this melody...

This latest version seems to fit the best...
http://soundcloud.com/dj-shagster/november-with-drums

But I'm wondering if I can get away without a drum track at all.
http://soundcloud.com/dj-shagster/november-without-drums

Thoughts? Better with or without?
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I suppose it may depend on what you are going to do with the track....adding vocals? Video game score?....a....beat?

What... is it?

 

I'd opt for keeping them but maybe change some things... As this doesn't really sound like a beat I suggest you try replacing the hats with shakers for example, maybe get some tom-toms or bongos in there. You could lose the snare and replace it with a tambourine and stuff like that (more world percussion). You could also add a lead line to make it more interesting, using an instrument like a glockenspiel or celeste or music box to boost that dreamy feel. You can also avoid the delay and use some left right panning [automated] (or best with a set of the drums panned L & R for a more acoustic vibe).

 

One Reason has a point. What do you want it to be/use it for? I listened and it just pretty much seemed what I refer to in my files as a doodle sketch: something to be elaborated on when I figure out what to do with it. I do the same with snippets of lyrics.

 

I guess it's like 99.99% of all tracks that get posted here...

An attempt at trying to make something that sounds like a "proper" tune.

Glockenspiel sounds like a good idea.

 

definitely use the drum track,not that one though

 

I'd like to think it's a little better than .01 percent. *yes*

 

Track without drums sounds much better. Maybe if you add bass and change the groove.