Synthwave-Darkwave 80s Sound - BadNode

11th Feb 2021 21:41 - 5 years ago
Description : Long time lurker first time poster, pretty new to production n stuff, this is my first track in Ableton Live.
was going for a darkwave/synthwave sound, reminiscent of Justice, Carpenter Brut, Perturbator, ect.
Looking for some feed back, constructive criticisms or even just your thoughts if you liked it or not. This is just a rough cut on this current WIP, just the bones of it if you will.. If you have some cool title suggestions, would love to hear those too.
Thanks for listening.
-B

Comments (17)

If you have time take a listen and give BadNode some feedback.

Nodog
Nodog 19th Apr 2021 08:14 - 5 years ago
I liked this one its sets an ominous tone and keeps it right through i would love to hear a bassy mean voice rip it up with added meanness that would require giving the mean dude space to operate in. Nice one for sure. Robbie.
SignalForTrouble
SignalForTrouble 20th Mar 2021 15:38 - 5 years ago
Reminds me of Carpenter Brute
BadNode
BadNode replied 21st Mar 2021 - 5 years ago
I'm beaming, that's such a compliment thank you!
crucethus
crucethus 19th Mar 2021 06:41 - 5 years ago
I really liked that breakdown at 1:18. Also nice usage of 7th chords in this one. Like a Modern Cyber-Bond theme. I like this, Good mix. glad u have joined the party!
Cru
BadNode
BadNode replied 21st Mar 2021 - 5 years ago
Cyber-bond theme, oh man, such a cool concept! Thank you for the feedback and listen crucethus, love you work as well!

-B
Angelyeux777
Angelyeux777 18th Mar 2021 23:27 - 5 years ago
Oh wow! this track is electronic heaven!...wonderfully crafted indeed and is a mind trip. I think it has a kind of cinematic/sci-fi atmosphere but in any case it's such a cool! vibe to this. Absolutely AMAZING piece of work here, much enjoyed! Bravo!!

Angelus
BadNode
BadNode replied 21st Mar 2021 - 5 years ago
Thank you so very much. that is such high praise Angelus, I appreciate you giving it a listen and leaving some feed back.

-B
FullCapicityMuzic
FullCapicityMuzic 14th Mar 2021 03:03 - 5 years ago
Fun fun fun stuff.
I don't have any technical opinion or advice,
but I can imagine this on a video game!
Love it.
BadNode
BadNode replied 18th Mar 2021 - 5 years ago
Patricia, you're so kind! Thank you! As an avid gamer myself, that's a huge compliment!
Uwillneverknow
Uwillneverknow 5th Mar 2021 19:05 - 5 years ago
nice :-)
BadNode
BadNode replied 7th Mar 2021 - 5 years ago
Thank you! :)
SignalForTrouble
SignalForTrouble 4th Mar 2021 21:24 - 5 years ago
Do you have stems available for remixes?
BadNode
BadNode replied 5th Mar 2021 - 5 years ago
Hi, I appreciate you're interest, unfortunately I don't at this time, but feel free to download the track and chop it up or use it as you see fit!
daydreamnightdream
daydreamnightdream 20th Feb 2021 05:25 - 5 years ago
Yo, this nice!
BadNode
BadNode replied 22nd Feb 2021 - 5 years ago
Thank you!!
CINCOCENT
CINCOCENT 20th Feb 2021 04:02 - 5 years ago
You certainly have a new order type of vibe. Good work 80s was the best ERA for music.
CC
BadNode
BadNode replied 22nd Feb 2021 - 5 years ago
Thank you, those are high remarks!! 80's RULE!
Lek
Lek 18th Feb 2021 15:30 - 5 years ago
I agree with theHumps - sounds like something from an 80s sci-fi film. The intro stands out in particular. Good work, especially considering if you're fairly new to it all. Keep it up my friend.
BadNode
BadNode replied 19th Feb 2021 - 5 years ago
Wow, thanks Lek, I'm glad it made that impression! So far I'm really liking Ableton Live, lots to improve on and tons to learn!!
spearcarrier
spearcarrier 18th Feb 2021 05:28 - 5 years ago
Love it! I might end up listening to this one a lot.
BadNode
BadNode replied 19th Feb 2021 - 5 years ago
Thank you!
kanthikiran
kanthikiran 15th Feb 2021 11:11 - 5 years ago
Description : Long time lurker first time poster, pretty new to production n stuff, this is my first track in Ableton Live.
was going for a darkwave/synthwave sound, reminiscent of Justice, Carpenter Brut, Perturbator, ect.
DijamMusic
DijamMusic 15th Feb 2021 02:57 - 5 years ago
Hello,
Great track my friend.
Well done.
Fave'd
Maj
BadNode
BadNode replied 15th Feb 2021 - 5 years ago
Thank you Dijam! I appreciate the support!
randomuser13
randomuser13 15th Feb 2021 01:14 - 5 years ago
Pretty good man! Very ominous
BadNode
BadNode replied 15th Feb 2021 - 5 years ago
Thanks!!
DeadDrop
DeadDrop 12th Feb 2021 13:16 - 5 years ago
I feel some great things to come with this one!
Deffo getting the Carpenter Brut vibes! :o
BadNode
BadNode replied 13th Feb 2021 - 5 years ago
Thanks, I appreciate that!
Zootman
Zootman 12th Feb 2021 10:54 - 5 years ago
The Speed of Dark?!
BadNode
BadNode replied 13th Feb 2021 - 5 years ago
Oo, that's a really cool title! Thanks for listening!
theHumps
theHumps 12th Feb 2021 04:39 - 5 years ago
Well now that you've emerged from the shadows and posted a song here you are gonna get your first review. :) I'm not an electronic music producer so I won't get all technical but I'll tell you what I think of the track.

I liked the intro, the synth and how it arpeggiates is cool. You have some good changes to keep the song interesting, in other words you aren't repeating the same 8 or 16 bars over and over. The "lead" synth is very cool, the melody isn't simple and it adds a lot to the track. The lower synths add that ominous feeling. Some cool effects as well add interest. It has a cinematic feeling to me, a sci-fi thriller sort of idea.

Wayne
BadNode
BadNode replied 13th Feb 2021 - 5 years ago
Wow, thank you Wayne! That was a super thoughtful response, I really appreciate this feedback and review! Inspires me to keep at it!

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