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[[Dubstep] Falkuma]

I like the distorted atmospheric part at the beginning. The percussive thing that plays on every off beat starting at :13 was a little much. It basically functions like a snare, yet sounds more like a transitory effect. The build-up wasn't bad, but the drop at :53 sounds really distorted. You may have used a bit too much reverb there. Despite all the reverb, the drop is also quite minimal from a harmonic standpoint. I like the mechanical sound effects at 1:54, though. I appreciate the variations on the second drop, but in general this piece has very little in the way of harmonic depth, which is probably my main complaint. It's a well-structured and smooth-flowing piece with some unique sound design, but I think you need more moving notes in there to offer the listener a more memorable harmonic framework. Keep at it, man!

Delerium responds:

Thank you! I appreciate the feedback. The snare sound you talked about was a risk i was taking for some interesting percussion. In general my music is minimal melodically and harmonically, and I think I could improve that. However, I feel like the lack of harmonic depth is what draws people to the focal point of this piece, which is the drop.
Did you notice that some of the percussion and foley pan? I was hoping that would add some effect.
:)

[Game Intro Loop]

The intro isn't bad, but I think you need a stronger transition into :18. Cute melodies at around :30, but I wish they were a little more up-front in the mix vis a vis the arpeggios. Also, that synth you used for the arps sounds a bit harsh in my ears, and could benefit from some filtering work. I'm not sure what the project is, but it sounds like some menu music or something. Cutesy and vaguely adventurous, yet not structurally complete. My favorite parts of the piece were the sound design and melodic content. Keep at it, man!

verjamon responds:

Yes it was a menu music!
Thanks for the critic!

[With you (Dubstep)]

I like the atmosphere at the beginning and the chord progression. The drop is pretty hard-hitting, yet very catchy. I guess I would've liked the drums to shine through the mix a little more at the drop, though. The secondary drop at :59 was a bit of a surprise. The pace of the piece is pretty fast, although I really like the chordal section at 1:20. While very loud and full-textured, I think the mix could be tightened a tad. You seem to have an excess of reverb in there, especially some of the busier sections, and the hats seem to be fighting for attention at 3:06. Overall, though, this is really strong work compositionally. I really like the 2-drop paradigm, although I wish you had varied the drops a bit more the second time around. It's engaging throughout and generally smooth-flowing and well-structured. Keep up the good work!

lukiaffe responds:

Thanks for the well written response. I agree with you. All things considered, I made this when I was like 15 so I didin't know much about mixing back then ;) Cheers!

[You Were My Friend]

I like the progression at the beginning and the phasing. The beat, while minimal, is pretty catchy and really drives the piece forward. Excellent job with the production on this one. Everything comes through the mix very clear and well-balanced. The underlying harmonic structure of the piece is very repetitive, and I wish you had highlighted the added details like that descending line at 2:24 a little more. Still, really cool atmosphere and sound design, and great use of reverb and automation, too.

I support you, Pr0tagonist.

larrynachos responds:

I found out that I wasn't following you a few weeks ago, and refollowed you, but today it says it again! They're breaking NG lol.

This was a really great piece to work on. I'm really glad I hit the monotonous nail on the head with this one. I can still listen to it on a loop and not get bored, which is something I want in all of my music really.

Thanks for the review!

[Elizabeth (The Refix)]

Strong work here yet again. What I especially like about this one is all the dynamic contrast. You really turned the drop into an emotional height, unlike the last piece I reviewed where it wasn't even as busy as the build-up. I really like your style, man. It's definitely dubstep, but still has a huge emphasis on melodic content and phrasing. If I had to complain about one thing, it might be that the ending came on a bit suddenly with this one. Still, very impressive work. Keep it up, dude! ^_^

ItsAlmagestFR responds:

Thanks m8, Yes, this is not the extended version of it. it's still the Radio version. i'm working on the extended version and hoping could release it sooner :)

[Unravel]

I like the frantic synths at the beginning. The instrumentation is also quite good. The quirky pads at :27 are really refreshing, as are the chopped vocals that appear shortly after. The mixing and mastering is great, btw. Really loud and clear mix here. The drop at 1:10 was a nice point of structural contrast too after the busy section before that. The build-up at 2:35 is great, and I really appreciate how you varied the drop the second time around. The little melodic theme at 3:06 was a huge highlight too, and the warm pads at the end are great. Really strong work here, my friend. Downloaded.

ItsAlmagestFR responds:

Thanks A lot! Appreciate it man!

[bxo1_1]

I like the ominous mood at the beginning and the dissonance with the bell-like synth. One thing I don't like is how the synth cuts off suddenly, like at :18 and :27. Kinda ruined the flow IMO. Later in the piece, the same synth sounds pretty harsh. I'd suggest filtering out some of the higher-pitched tones there. Still, I like the drone-like quality and the atmosphere here. Pretty amusing track. Sounds like intro music for a horror-themed video game. Keep at it, man!

GeometryDashMau5Kids responds:

Pues gracias amigo por tu review :)

[Summer]

I like the warm pads at the beginning and the sample at :14 that sounds like a ballpark organ. The beat at :25 is also good, but I think the kick could've been a tad louder. I'd suggest using some more compression, in fact. The mix is pretty quiet in general in this piece. The secondary melodies at 1:06 are good in and of themselves, but run into the other melody a little too much for it to come off as pleasing. The piece alternates between a couple riffs for the rest of the piece without ever changing much in terms of emotion, dynamics, or energy. I think that's my main complaint, actually. You could've done a lot more to tell a story and provide a climax here, but instead the piece is marked by a lot of repetition and not much resolve. Overall, this is still a really cute track. My favorite elements are the mood and the instrumentation. Keep at it, man! ^^

Billis23 responds:

Thank you for your opinion/advice man have a nice one !

[Macaroni Salad]

I like the progression and harmonic elements. The sound design is a different story. That main pad sounds a bit harsh in my ears, and the synth that comes in at :15 sounds pretty generic. I also think the hats could be a bit louder, and that the transition at 1:04 could've been a lot smoother. Even a simple crash probably would've sufficed. I do like the warmer pads that come in at 1:20, though. Adds a pretty tasteful sense of resolution to the piece. It goes without saying that you could've done a lot more with this piece, but for 30 minutes you've done some pretty solid work. Keep at it, man! ;)

mrlardcakes responds:

thanks for the feedback!