MnP 121: Chrono Cross - Magical Dreamers

[HoboKa]

11 hours ago, APZX said:

I really don't like the tempo rule to be honest, and I'm probably not going to submit something for this one simply because of it. I've got an idea for a Trancey piece, and for the feel to be right I'm up around 128bpm which is a bit too far from the 110 in the original IMO  

I do have another idea, but really I'm not jiving with some of the melody parts. I don't mind the groove I've got going, but I do mind some of the melody parts. I dunno maybe I need to sit in front of some synths and get to hashing out some sounds.

Edit - Plus I've been working on something original the past week or so, and when I go to remix this I kinda want to bring forth those ideas when I know I shouldn't but I can't separate the two.

No worries, do what you can; and whatever feels is right.  Either way, I really appreciate you participating the last few rounds, it meant a lot.  Too bad my votes didn't quite reflect that, but that's the nature of this gig.  The crown weighs heavily.  And yeah, MnP rules do kind of suck, don't they?  PRC is sort of better in a lot of ways, but I can't be a carbon copy of it  

Edited January 1 by HoboKa

[The Vodoú Queen]

I agree with AP, but I'm gonna try my best.

 

Is 130bpm OK? It's not as fast as I'd like it (160bpm), but might be able to do some weird Sonic / Nightcore hybrid for the song.

[HoboKa]

2 hours ago, The Vodoú Queen said:

I agree with AP, but I'm gonna try my best.

 

Is 130bpm OK? It's not as fast as I'd like it (160bpm), but might be able to do some weird Sonic / Nightcore hybrid for the song.

*Evil Pirate Shrug*

Edited January 2 by HoboKa

[HoboKa]

2 hours ago, The Vodoú Queen said:

I agree with AP, but I'm gonna try my best.

 

Is 130bpm OK? It's not as fast as I'd like it (160bpm), but might be able to do some weird Sonic / Nightcore hybrid for the song.

Probably be a very hard sell, in all seriousness, since most people will probably play it safer.  As you've seen, Even APZX is a bit iffy on bending the MnP theme too far, and he's pretty good at this gig, so...thar be choppy seas ahead, matie.  But, hey, a Pirate Happy Hardcore would be a great PRC idea for this round...I don't really know.  I got nothin helpful.  

[The Vodoú Queen]

NP, I'll color inside the lines, just the colors might be hot magenta pinks and blues. >_>

[Wassup Thunder]

On 1/1/2021 at 9:17 PM, The Vodoú Queen said:

NP, I'll color inside the lines, just the colors might be hot magenta pinks and blues. >_>

Staying inside the lines is an interesting challenge with MnP, the first time I made a submission I was scared to make any variations! But I'm finding it a brain stretcher to try and remix something faithful while simultaneously unique. This and the PRC have really helped me learn more composition and editing skills.

[HoboKa]

On 1/3/2021 at 9:39 PM, Wassup Thunder said:

Staying inside the lines is an interesting challenge with MnP, the first time I made a submission I was scared to make any variations! But I'm finding it a brain stretcher to try and remix something faithful while simultaneously unique. This and the PRC have really helped me learn more composition and editing skills.

I'm glad you found some value in this compo, I am honored

 

Edited January 5 by HoboKa
I say "well" too much

[Wassup Thunder]

I know I'm like two weeks early, but entry in! I hit the point where I didn't want to pick at the song any more.

[HoboKa]

Big Update!!

I am going to be taking a break from MnP and am working to delegate all responsibilities to @TheVideoGamer and to a lesser extend @Bundeslang.  I will be on standby for emergencies. 

Though I aim to spend less time at OCR, as I love the community, but I don't like how high the Quality Bar is and feel that the Judge Panel could step it down a notch for the less skilled hobbyists.  Also this blinding white light of the forum Theme is really bad for my eyes.  Being near-sighted (yeah, I use glasses...but I might be at risk for Glaucoma) and with constant Allergy problems, it's just not good for me lol. 

Perhaps more pressingly, I have come to realize that I am poor at handling stressful situations and I lost my cool, to say the least, with one of our participants.  I don't want this to be a pattern and I need to get back on counseling and healthier self-care routines.  It sucks, but it is what it is.  Most likely, it is background noise to other issues I am dealing with as said person said they've forgiven me, but, I still don't feel good about it. 

I have thoroughly enjoyed hosting MnP and being a huge part of the Compo Community.  Wish the best to you guys

Edited January 18 by HoboKa
Difficulty gathering thoughts. Haven't eaten yet X_X

[Souperion]

@HoboKa Well, it's sure be fun for me at least. I've enjoyed hanging around these compos (MnP and PRC) the past few months than I ever did lurking about in the remix workshop, giving out 2-bit advice. Don't get me wrong, I enjoy letting folks know I like their stuff, but always felt impersonal, distant. The little community here, I feel like I have a place. As that guy who doesn't seem to know how to compose without at least 3 tracks of stringed instruments XD. Hang in there, boss. At the end of the day, we're all folks staring at our computers, making music and sharing it with folks who could be robots for all we know (my serial number is #64813490, in case you're wondering.) Take a breather, do something nice for yourself.

[HoboKa]

1 hour ago, Souperion said:

@HoboKa Well, it's sure be fun for me at least. I've enjoyed hanging around these compos (MnP and PRC) the past few months than I ever did lurking about in the remix workshop, giving out 2-bit advice. Don't get me wrong, I enjoy letting folks know I like their stuff, but always felt impersonal, distant. The little community here, I feel like I have a place. As that guy who doesn't seem to know how to compose without at least 3 tracks of stringed instruments XD. Hang in there, boss. At the end of the day, we're all folks staring at our computers, making music and sharing it with folks who could be robots for all we know (my serial number is #64813490, in case you're wondering.) Take a breather, do something nice for yourself.

Thanks.  That is very true... Glad you found a place here.  This community will be around in some way shape or form for a while yet, I reckon.  Best of wishes to you.  If you're in the Thasauce Discord, you can find me there.  Also, I think someone gave me a Beta-build CPU.  Faulty wiring...beep boop X_X

Edited January 20 by HoboKa

[The Vodoú Queen]

Best of luck to you, hon. Just take it easy for a bit, eh? ♥

[Souperion]

Speaking of Thasauce... did ya'll know they do a one hour composition thingy each thursday? Like, they provide a picture prompt for the compo, then give you one hour 20 min to make a song and upload it. I've found it a fun composing exercise. Checkit here if it strikes your fancy https://compo.thasauce.net/compos/view/OHC.

[TheVideoGamer]

21 hours ago, Souperion said:

Speaking of Thasauce... did ya'll know they do a one hour composition thingy each thursday? Like, they provide a picture prompt for the compo, then give you one hour 20 min to make a song and upload it. I've found it a fun composing exercise. Checkit here if it strikes your fancy https://compo.thasauce.net/compos/view/OHC.

They also have a 2 Hour Track Sunday's, which is exactly as it says on the tin.

Just check the homepage page of the website, as i do. You can find all upcoming compo's in there (Active, Upcoming, Voting and Completed)...

(I participate in both, if your interested)

Edited January 21 by TheVideoGamer

[TheVideoGamer]

Also i have submitted!

[Souperion]

Me too.