Creating a "Steve Lacy Type Beat" in the indie rock/pop-soul genre revolves around a DIY aesthetic, combining lo-fi elements with neo-soul chord progressions. His signature sound often features iPhone-produced production techniques (a nod to his Wikipedia bio ) combined with soulful electric guitar. 1. Essential Elements & Vibe
Electric guitar, soft synth pads, analog-style drums, and deep basslines [5.3]. 2. Chord Progressions & Guitar (The Soul Factor)
Typically, these beats are mid-tempo, ranging between 80 and 110 BPM [5.3, 5.5].
Focus on lush jazzy chords, specifically major 7ths , minor 9ths , and dominant 13ths .
Look for emulations of vintage amps (e.g., AmpliTube) and chorus/reverb pedals.