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[Chill Days with Little to Do]

Don’t overthink the sax. Sounds good.

Raeousge responds:

I've now had a few people all say similar things about the sax, so it seems you're correct.

[Sky Sanctuary Zone (remake)]

I think the melody is great, but I sometimes, prior to the 2:00 mark, I feel like when the lead cuts out, even if it's just for a half note, the song suddenly seems empty, or at the very least, less full. Also, the crudeness of the first lead doesn't pair well with the quality of the strings, Imo. I'd add some reverb to the lead or something. That's about all the criticism I can dig up on this song. I'm still giving it a 5 / 4.5 because it kicks ass. I just think there's room to take it even further, mainly regarding the lead.

DigitalDuck responds:

Thanks! The instrument choice is one mainly inspired by the Sonic Generations version, but I could definitely improve on the saw quality. I should add more backing parts to help flesh it out in general.

[Angelic-Evolve-Relapse(DEMO)]

My Opinion

I think there should've been a supporting instrument paired with the Piano from around 0:15 to the drop; maybe a soft violin or flute/whistle. The instrument at 0:55 should've entered sooner. The drop seemed a little too sudden and without enough oomph. There was no "oh, it's coming" feeling before the drop, which is necessary for a drop to work really well.

I think the drop also should've included a total change in key for the entire song. The 8-bit sounding harmonic instrument was a little too ear-piercing for my taste.

NeXtross responds:

I sorta Agree with the supporting instrument, i really appreciate the feedback it really helps to understand how i can make the music better -josh

[Blink 182 cover]

Needs to be cleaned up

The song is great, but it doesn't sound very clear.

ErgoEngan responds:

I uploaded the low quality version for fast streamin'

[Here We Go (Ladies)]

good but unbalanced

I like it, but I think it needs to be remastered.

DrBOMMBAY responds:

I really appreciate the feedback, yea i can see what ya sayin, the shit was recorded in a bathroom without the aid of mastering equipment. We had a CD burner, 2 turntables, a Numark mixer and a lame microphone hanging on a locker...it was insane...we were having fun...i finally put it up here just to see the reactions

[Chill House Loop]

moar?

I like it. Do you plan on turning it into a song? If so, please let me know when it's up.

momboom1 responds:

Possibly. I'm not too familiar with the House genre but I think I'll give it a shot.

[Castlevania (Bloody Tears)]

Better than 3.37

Sounds like there was Metroid influence here. I like it.

Bobox responds:

Metroid influence? Hmm...you could be onto something, I guess I was somewhat in that kinda mood :) Oh, and thanks for the solid 8 ;)

[Koopa Bros Remix 2(fast ver)]

Oshit!

O shit, only 99 seconds left! Gotta play faster!

mariogamer2010 responds:

Check out version 1 its like normal speed but then check out this version and wowowowowowowwowowowowowwoowwo its speeedepdepdpedpedpepdepdepdepdpedped pedp

soi soi soi soi soi soi

[guitar loop made in a minute]

s'good

In consideration of time spent on it and its apparent lack of a purpose, it's great.

Doumaaa responds:

thanks dude, you said it ;)

[--- 666 ---]

I voted 2.

With some drums, I think it'd be A LOT better.

keioss01 responds:

thanks, i actually thought about adding some drums... but i didnt wana ruin the song.