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    "Flight of the Dark Owl" - Zelda Ocarina of Time (Kepora Gaebora)

    in Post Your Game ReMixes!

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    Hi!

    Great remix you have here! I love the addition of the other instruments, adds great depth.

    I think the arrangement is well done, the interpretation during the intro is especially nice. Your performance added a lot of emotion to the original piece. The intro and outro feel like something you'd hear during the dramatic section of a play. Maybe an accompaniment to a court jester's performance. The middle section feels very comforting, like a child being spoiled by a grandmother, at least that's the vibe I get. :) Overall, arrangement is great in my opinion!

    As for production, I can't hear any noticeable issues. The piano sample gets the job done as far as I'm concerned. The piano has plenty of humanization thanks to the live performance. At times the higher frequency of the piano seems a bit harsh, maybe that's just me. Also, the piano sounds a tad distant during the quieter parts. The other instruments sound great, the levels are all good.

    For a first attempt at orchestral, I'd say you nailed it. Awesome remix!

    Streets of Rage "Souled Out"

    in Post Your Game ReMixes!

    Posted

    If you're placing so much stake on one decision, you really need to step back and reevaluate your attitude. Creating music, in my opinion, should be about the journey, the actual process. These are the questions you should be asking: "did I enjoy making this song" and "did I learn something". If the answer to one or both of those is yes, you didn't waste your time. One decision does not and should not invalidate the work you put into your song.

    The feedback you received from the panel was very positive, you should be happy. Not everybody gets a resubmit vote, address their critiques and try again. You're blowing this whole thing way out of proportion. They actually enjoyed it, and you call them cunts? :whatevaa: If this is how you handle positive feedback, you probably shouldn't be posting music on the internet. You'll be very lucky indeed if this is the worst feedback you receive on your music.

    Why are the avatars so limited?

    in Site Issues & Feedback

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    It is unfortunate that any project, regardless of size (minuscule in this case), has to be doomed to a back burner, especially when it is something that would increase the user's satisfaction. But that is the downfall of a tiny, preoccupied staff and older forums.

    Minuscule in size and importance. Not many people are chiming in here complaining about avatars, doesn't seem to be a widespread issue.

    Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest - Forest Interlude (Forest of Magic and Whatnot)

    in Post Your Game ReMixes!

    Posted

    The synths are generally too basic and bland, they need some sweetening effects. Reverb/delay, chorus, phasing, etc. This is especially apparent on the sine waves and the lead which has a solo later on in the track. That same synth is detuned a bit much, doesn't match the song. The piano has too much high frequency for my liking, that high ringing sound bothers me. It grates on my ears, especially when its the main focus. The opening arp is descent, but could sound much better with more effects. I really like the arp that starts when the drums come in, it has some depth too it.

    The drums need some work. The beat is generic techno, hardly any variety, and not very interesting. The drums definitely need more attention in terms of EQ, processing, and variety. I suggest listening to some songs by more experienced remixers here on the site, for example, bLINd does a lot of trance. Listen to how his drums sound, see if you can try to get yours to sound similar. Plus, there are tons of tutorials out there that can help.

    So basically, I think you're biggest problem is mixing at this point. I think the sounds are there, and the structure works, you just need to work on mixing skills. The best way to do that is to just keep making music and getting feedback. It's also a good idea to listen to songs in similar styles by more experienced people, here or elsewhere. I suggest listening to WIPs on this forum and reading the feedback, see where other people need improvement.

    I hope I wasn't too harsh, I think what you have here is a good start. :) I hope my feedback helps! Keep at it!

    Brinstar for brass quintet

    in Post Your Game ReMixes!

    Posted

    In general, I like the arrangement. I know you plan on putting this in front of your brass quintet, so I won't comment on the sample quality. I think this would translate well to your brass quintet, but my one comment would be that the first part of the track is rather repetitive. The buildup just plods along and seems to last forever, and actually gets pretty boring. Maybe it will sound fine when played live by the quintet.

    Legend of Legaia- All the Kings Men ( Drakes Castle)

    in Post Your Game ReMixes!

    Posted

    Yeah, I really enjoyed this one. I had fun, tying for second place was cool. You were a worthy opponent! :)

    I love the chilled out feel, and there is really nice depth. To me, the percussion is a bit lacking though, it seems a bit too weak and repetitive. Also, I'd say the first and last minute of the song drag on too long, though it may just be a trait of the style.

    Overall a great mix!

    RWS 1-4 ReMixing With the Stars: Season 1 Episode 4: "Yesteryear"

    in Competitions

    Posted

    We would have won if you chose one of my amazing titles that I had thought up. But whatev.

    Anyway, I think what really kicked your ass was the complexity of the source, it's very deceptive. I got too excited at the notion of working such an ambitious piece of source material that I forgot about the whole novice part of this endeavor. :)

    Still, even with the difficulty of the source I think you did okay, and hopefully you picked up a couple things from what I told you. So good job! <3

    I didn't expect the source to be so hard, but it turned out alright. Yep, you were pretty useful I would say. Unlike that ectogemia guy...I kid, I kid. You were great, ecto. :)!!

    i enjoyed the piece alot. the awkward time signature makes it harder if you ask me (its 3/4 isnt it?)

    It inspired me to mess around with making a remix of it, but im getting nowhere with it so far, so i dont blame you!

    Thanks, glad you liked it! You didn't do too bad yourself!

    Yeah, my source was tough. It went from 3/4, then 4/4, then 6/4, and finally back to 3/4.

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