Suspended-3rd-Chord's audio Reviews on Newgrounds

[~*) When Embers Talk (*~]

Mellowed Out

Really nice music. Melodies are dim, sifts in quite well with the strings, that move gently. Sounds really great when the beat kicks in, the woodwind section sounds really great-reminds me of an arabian dungeon of sorts. Cool laid back beat, the block samples are very nice, not sure if I'm diggin the toms so much-I would replace with more bassy samples. The choir in the middle is brilliant, fits the style perfectly. Kinda sounds like you overdid the reverb on the drums tho, and there is some minor clipping on the higher end notes, you might wanna put a little more compression on them.

This is a very dark themed track, I enjoyed listening to it quite much! I could see this in a Disney movie, the main memories stand out and would be quite distinguishable.

kelwynshade responds:

I appreciate the comments. There are some points that need a bit of adjustment. The crash needs some work due to pushing the clipping like crazy and like you said, some high notes just need a small decrease on their effects that push the sound.

Thanks, and take care.

[Dance for The Nocturnal]

untz untz untz

this one is kickin'

Good production of gradually fading in the intro, really nice opening melody, has a cool feel to, especially the last few notes on it. The second synth that comes is really damn sharp. The melody on top of its sounds nice to, but it could use more variation in rhythm to make the overall mix more catchy. But the second section around 1:30 sounds right on top, Beat works quite suitably with the rhythm synths, could use a variation everything now and then. But the drums and overall mix were quite well mastered to bring out a very swell sound.

nice work bro!

Twistedtechnology responds:

thanks! Glad you enjoye it XD I was experimenting with the peak controller with this song, so thats why i didnt have a whole lot of variation this time :P

Anyway, thanks for stopping by with the review man!!!

Peace

~Twistedtechnology

[-=LJC=- 8-bitty Ditty]

Moar like 10 Bit

cuz u get 10 stars m i riet? and rule 10 LOL AM I RITE

this is incredibly happy-really catchy poppy beat, and super cheerful melody over the top. Brings me memories of playing Atari even though I've never played one. Really good though, sounds totally authentic-dont have much else to say. Maybe a slow lead melody would sound chill in here, cant say much, i dont know a thing about 8bit. But you sure as hell have inspired me to make an 8bit track for this contest, so thanks man!

LJCoffee responds:

I'm glad that you found some inspiration here - I'm looking forward to hearing your MAC submission!

[Heroe Worship]

another great one

pretty slick opening, different bits of percussion, the vocals were interesting-no melody at all but it works. I especially like that effect you have on your voice around 0:50-and the vocals after are excellent. and gradually inclining melody right off that section. Really Love the instrumental part, nice tremolo guitar riffs, and you open up with a whole new style in the second phase-absolutely brilliant. Is that you on the vocals again?

Really moody, and the instrumental sections are great, and I love when people include long instrumental breaks in a song...thats a real nice clean rhythm guitar riff, the sax sounds really sweet, vocals have a perfect fit...sounds like there some bells or mallet percussion in the outro, beautiful arpeggios really, I think the volume could be raised a bit and maybe add a touch more of reverb- perfect ending reallly...i would love to hear like a guitar versus sax n brass solo duel from you!

from just comparing the intro and the end, they sound completely different, yet its amazing how the different phrases in this song transition so well.

excelenceeeeeeeeeeeee once again ped! put out an album now!!!!

snoballandthmonyshot responds:

freakin thanks for the review bro
;ped

[Superclique COMPLETE!]

woah bro

once again some really innovative stuff. I love the glitch beat you got going on, love the tone on the percussions, and the sound that feels hip hopish with the beat and subbass. nice dnb break type of deal. the second phase has some really nice intricate snippets, that sound around 2:10 scared the shit out of me. sounds like you got a really tight melody going on in there, and just chop it up into multiple parts, sounds real crisp, and like it takes a shitload of effort to do.

The third phrase was chill as hell, great job with including a consistent a melody. excellent job of building upon the original concept and make it gradually more complex. great clarity and mastering. Does sound like a melody is missing tho, but this track has a real nice groove that I'm able to rock my head to.

Overall sick as hell sound!

[Circe]

O_o

wow this is quite interesting and something you dont hear a whole lot of on NG. some experimental rhythms in the start, it doesnt sound too much of a clutter. Nice glimmering synths, it becomes really visual, i imagine an old water shed open up to the light. but it starts to get too cluttered when you introduce the dissonant parts...but thats some spooky ass shit dude. It starts getting a little better around 1:10, but then just sounds too sloppy again...I know you said you were using different times, but I was hoping to have a good minute in the end when the time signatures match up and you get a steady base to finish the track. I like it at the same time for the originality, but it would be nice to feel some groove you know?

really unique ideas tho! coolio...all tho this type of music is not generally marketable to most people, I can definetly appreciate these experimental type of tracks because its what inspires fresh, new ideas.

Twoism responds:

Yeah, the only part I'm truely satisfied with in this song is from 0.49-0.59 really. I like the chords there and the throat singing thing seems perfect there. But yeah, I can't remember for the life of me what chords I played as this was a year or two ago and on an older pc.

I think it needs some imagery to go with it really.

Thanks for the lengthy feedback man I really appreciate it, to take the time out to tell me what you think.

[[TMM43]Weekend Has Come]

untz untz untz

Pretty sweet, only problem is that this pretty much only an extended intro. Pretty catchy lead melody and cool bassline, and its pretty sweet when you divulge into the piano portion. Nice drums, the snare/clap could be louder, and it would be nice to hear a more diverse beat..Personally I would build from the piano section with a fast paced intense beat, a booming bass and then use your main melody themes. you had a kickass song that was similar to this with the crowd cheering and all...

[[TMM43]Come Sail Away]

Straight ouf a musical

glad to see you back making music man :)

Sweet blend of timpani rolls and clashing cymbals over a fast melody that reminds me of 14th century European battle..I love it when the choir is in the interlude, really cool timpani roll riffs during this part. And I love how you open up the second half of the track with a major sounding piano arrangement. Nice piano pad in the end, and excellent job at lowering the tempo to come to finish.

very nice classical composition. I think some brass in here would sound quite swell on the second portion of this track, or even featuring one of your spectacular oboe melodies would be perfect. some mid range percussion like some snare rolls would suit this piece quite well, just some extra suggestions, keep up the good work as always :)

[==(Watching The World Go]

This is evil

That lead bell melody is a bit scary, and the bass tones comment it perfectly. Like watching life go by through a portal to another world. I think the melody could have used more change throughout. I like the beat, quiet reverb drums are nice, of course if they were a bit louder it would expel more energy.

I think you could have made this thing really epic, like used more bass synths in here, and the gradually made the drums louder and put like a distorted acidy synth too make for an uber evil feel. either way, I would definetly love to hear more of the bassline tho-the most climatic part of this track was around the beginning, but the intensity decreased as the song progressed :/

good good. I'll go check out that remix! would you be able to send me a midi file of this?

[Drift Dry]

Smooth!

This is total porn music dude. Those swirlhing pads are super sexy, nice laid back bells and quiet chill mix (maybe overall too quiet). Good effects on the drum loop in the background. I think you overuse that "shooting star" sound in my opinion.

if you were to continue, you could gradually increase the volume on the drums to get a more epic buildup and then lay down some soft keys. Pretty cool mix man, its nice to relax too.