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[The Empire's Gates]

Wonderful!

This is a huuuge improvement from your last couple of songs that I reviewed. I absolutely love this tune! I can envision exactly what the title says. I don't know if I necessarily see the main character walking through the gates, I see more of like the character coming from the underside of a hill, and as he walks over the peak, an enormous castle-scape appears on the horizon.

Anyways, This song has great technical merit, wonderful mastery, and touching harmonies. I can definitely see this being used in a medieval themed game. Great work once again my friend, I'll be reviewing your other two new songs as well later in the day, and all of your new songs to come, as I promised. You won't make a new song without a review from me!
Great job once again,
10/10 5/5
-Aaron.

SFaPiL2 responds:

Ha Ha... Thanks alot! Technical merit? WOW!

I practically go by ear on every single song I make and create the structure as I go (which is bad), therefore I don't really have a clue of the outcome of what I'm creating until I either have nothing else to add or give up, lol.

I must admit that I'm pretty proud of this one... doesn't happen that often.

Wow, are you seriously thinking of reviewing my future songs? Thanks! You don't have to but, if you will, I'll be more careful with the quality of what I'll submit ^__^.

Cheers to you!

[Kwick Phix^3]

Ello good sir!

Much improvement from your older tunes.
I think this deserves a full length time lapse review.
Here we go...
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(0:00 - 0:06/0:08) - I like the intro sound though it's a bit bland and doesn't necessarily do justice to some of the other intricacies that you've thrown into this song. I would probably recommend using maybe a bit more of a harmonic pad or something to give it a little more appeal if you know what I mean, but other than that, it's more than adequate.

(0:08 - 0:19) - This second synth is a little iffy as well, I think it should have a little bit of reverb on it possibly to soften it up, but not so much to the point of where it would muddy up the other sounds in the song, and maybe a fade in on the introduction to the sound, it's a little harsh at first. It's quite unique though, I've never really heard anyone use a melody quite like that, I'm still getting used to it haha.

(0:20 - 0:26) - I absolutely loved the drums in this part, great job on mastering, it's not too powerful, but just enough to get your head nodding a little bit.

(0:27 - 0:51) - I like the little extra kick you added and the variation on the melody during this part, but that pad still really bothers me, I'm not sure why, I would say it probably just needs more harmonic sounds, or it could be the melody, but either way, I would recommend focusing on improving that portion of this tune.

(0:51 - 1:00) - Well I love this build-up during this part, and actually, I think the pad really fits during this part... So I'm thinking it might be the melody at the beginning that I just don't think fits. Anyways, this is where the song really starts to get it's character.

(1:01 - 1:13) - I like that bass sound, I would lower the volume a little bit, or have it fade in, because it's a bit abrupt, but I still like the sound.

(1:13 - 1:17) - I LOVE THE MELODY THAT YOU INTRODUCED HERE! This is where I really started to enjoy the song. The only recommendation that I have is that you add some variation on the melody, like high-high-low-low, then reverse it, so it's 4 measures instead of 2. Then have 2-4 different 4 measure patterns to add interest. But other than that, I really like this part!

(1:18 - 2:01) - This is where my suggestion on the variation of the melodies would come in handy, because this part gets a little bit repetitive.. I love it, but I'm just thinking of the average audience, and they would probably get bored during this section. OH, and while I'm thinking of it, I had an idea for your bassline. It currently sounds like this "low-low-low-low(x2) high-high-high-high(x2)" and I think it would sound better if you did "mid-mid-mid-mid(x2) high-high-high-high(x2) lower-lower-lower-lower(x2)." It would be longer, and it wouldn't seem as repetitive... If you would like me to demonstrate what I mean, you can send me the FL file.

(2:02 -3:02) - Mostly more of the same with variations in placement, but I noticed myself drifting off during this part and imagining some sort of futuristic world. Very interesting...

(3:03 - 3:22) - This part caught my attention, I really enjoyed the switch-up, but I think one of the synths needs their volume to be lowered, cause it gets a bit over driven.

(3:22 - end) - I like how you ended the song, you wrapped it up with the beginning sound, then finished it off with a nice simple, slow phasing melody, though I would recommend one more repetition before the song ends completely.

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Well, I think this song is a HUGE improvement for you, and it of course needs some work, but I think you're getting better and better with each song, keep up the good work my friend. I expect you to become a great artist some day, if that's what you want to do... Maybe as a side career. Just practice your mixing and sound matching, and I promise you that you will get better and better with practice. I love your unique style, and look forward to hearing all of your music.

Great work, 5/5 9/10
-Aaron

ChubackaJade responds:

HELL YEAH! Best review ever!

[Tulip Town (2)]

Yay.

This song really brightened my day. It's a bit short, but I do realize it's a loop, I just think it needs a bit more time to develop. What you have so far is beautiful though, you've got a special talent of creating very catchy melodies. I can picture this song in particular as like a children's song... OR a medieval song with children playing in the forest by a river or something :P
Good work, I'm subscribed to your music, so expect to hear a review from me each time you release a new song!
I also reviewed your song "Shooting Star."
Can't wait to hear more from you.
-Aaron.

SFaPiL2 responds:

Thanks once more man ^__^.

Yeah, I know what you mean with "it's a bit short". It's just that I had to respect the specifications UnknownXL wanted (thus crippling the song). I honestly doubt he'll use them in his game, but it was fun to make ^__^. Perhaps I'll expand a few of these loops I'll be submitting (there will be three more soon).

Wow thankyou for all this attention you're giving me. Much appreciated ^__^! Yeah, I replied to "shooting star" already.

Can't wait to read from you, then.

Cheers.

[Shooting Star *]

Yeah.

This is definitely worth the short listen.
You can hear some of the presets and such, which is alright, because you really made it your own. I can see this song becoming big, I recommend you continue with it's production... Mostly just because I really want to hear the rest of it. This song definitely touches my heart, I've listened to it like 18 times on loop haha.

Here are the only things that I noticed:
The kick and high hats need some compression, the volume on the fill needs to be reduced a bit, and the main synth should probably be pulled back a bit, or pan from left to right, I think just doing that would make this song even nicer than it already is. Also maybe a pad or two, just so the song seems more filled out. =]

Good work; I noticed you had talked to my sister, and you said you were using the FL8 Demo, is that still the case? If so, I think you posses the ability to become a great artist, and you should buy the full version. I want more from you! More music!! =D

-Aaron.
5/5 10/10.

SFaPiL2 responds:

Thanks for the tips (and the kick-ass score) Aaron! I'll certainly add some pads to add some depth to the song. Compression and volume wise, I'll try my best to balance everything out (I suck in the beat department =__=). The synth suggestion made me curious of the way it would sound (will definitely try that as well).

Thanks for the compliments man! ^__^ Said from you means quite alot (your chill music is fantastic). Ah damn it, now that I mention it, it's been quite a while since the last time I've listened to your stuff! Will pay you a visit soon.

Cheers!

P.S.
Regarding FL8, I've been using the full version for around a month now ^__^. I can finally save projects!!!

Regarding my abilites... Nah, I don't think I have what it takes to become an artist such as yourself and many others here in NG, but it's pretty fun to try ^__^.

[.picnics are fun.]

Hey there.

I don't really have to much to say other than: Great mixing, great melody, great song all together.
This is my favorite to date.
-Aaron

VegetarianMeat responds:

Favorite to date? Awesome.

By the way, I've been experimenting with using samples, and I still haven't forgotten about that collab. I've been toying with different ideas using the material you sent me.

[.johnny the butler.]

Yes.

I've always loved the sound of this synth.
Reminds me of Mind Bug, and Glass Eye.
I always have very intricate visions when I listen to your music.
Maybe I just put to much meaning behind the songs, or maybe they mean just as much as I think they do.
But whatever it is you do, all of your songs touch my heart.
Thank you for always giving me something great it listen to!
-Aaron.

VegetarianMeat responds:

Thanks for enjoying my stuff :D

In this song there's two different synths playing actually, although it pretty much just sounds like the one. Basically I made another, 'version' of that synth with some experimentation. You can hear a solo version of it in my other song, 'creek.'

[Bright Light Trance]

Nicely done.

I think this deserves a ten, especially with how much better it sounds than before.
If anything, the only things that I can really think of.. If you want to work on this song more, is to add a little percussive instruments like high-hats and such, and maybe through a little compression on the kick, but that's about it, overall I really like this tune, it's goin on my iPod for sure.
- Aaron

ChubackaJade responds:

Dont you just love when you get addicted to your own songs? Thanks man I will give those things a try for one final mix....for now...........

[DPulse - No Control]

Yes.

I thoroughly enjoyed this tune. In fact, it happens to be what inspired me to write my latest track, and first attempt ever at making House music.
I've been really getting into House lately, and you nailed it, it even had some minimalistic elements there at the beginning which EVERYONE loves.

So, great job man, keep up the good work,
and thank you again :).

-Aaron.

DigitalPulse responds:

I inserted those elements in the beginning because I love them also :) As for your song, I wish you good luck on making a nice house song.

Thanks for the review,

Digital Pulse

[Euphoriance (True Mix)]

Very Nice. Very very nice.

The intro is extremely catchy.
Within the first like 15 seconds I was like, "Umm, 5."
It has a very minimalistic style to it, it almost reminds me a little of Deadmau5's older music before he got super popular.
Great work, I love minimalist music, the melodies and harmonies are wonderful.

Just some advice:
You're going to want some hard beats, and some deep bass in there when you finish the song. Some nice compressed kicks and snares maybe, and a smooth bass, so it doesn't take away from the tranquility of the song. The beats as they are aren't really impacting enough, and without any outstanding bass the hardcore trance fans are going to be whining like CRAZY.

I've Dj'd before, so if you plan on playing this in a club (which it is almost ready for, if you decide that you would like to follow what I've suggested) I think it will become a huge hit. Great job my friend, PLEASE finish this, I love it so far.

- Aaron.

RandomPanda responds:

Thank you very much fro your review! O:
I will take all & any advice into consideration. Yours seems to be what I was trying, but I couldn't get it right. I just recently tried to finish this song up. It's coming together. I hope you will enjoy the finished product as much as I enjoy making it. Thanks again, Aaron. :3

[Death And The Blue (Rectified)]

Hmm.

I just wanted to start of in by thanking you for reviewing my newest tune.

So first; In response to Lance: I have used all the programs of which you named for mixing purposes, when making mixes of my own music for dances etc, and I use FL, Reason, and Logic for the creation of my tunes. So I have heard all of the loops in each of which you mentioned, and these are not pre-made samples, it sounds like the guitar is love recording (judging by the static) as well as some other instruments, which brings me to my review...

I noticed some confusion towards the middle of the song, maybe a bit to much reverb, as at points the song seems to be over-run by noise. But it also adds some fullness to the song, despite the loss of sound quality. But that's my personal preference, I like when a song sounds epic and is just full with sound. I'm an audio-addict. I think the drums would sound better with a little less reverb and distortion, and maybe turn up the volume on that channel in your mixer a little bit so they stand out more. As well as the violins, I think those should stand out a little more, because there isn't really a dominant melody in this song, it seems like the majority is just all the recordings being played at the same level.

Mind you, I still really like this song, just needs a little touching up.
Overall good work.
- Aaron.

ADR3-N responds:

Thanks for the review. As I said earlier, I took some guitar loops and actually played them into the sound recorder (that's why it's got such static in it) . . I agree with you about the reverb and stuff. This was made back when I sucked at mixing, lol. Thanks for the review!