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xstokes

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Last Online : 17th Sep 2025 - 1 month ago
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Jynxz
Jynxz 13th Jul 2022 01:49 - 3 years ago

on from the wasteland by xstokes
Extremely interesting waveform, I knew I was in for a treat.
This track is very creative. I've listened to it twice trying
to figure out that "Occidental-ish" melody that runs through the center of the whole track. Super engaging really draws you in.

Great track. Faved..

PEACE...
xstokes
xstokes replied 15th Jul 2022 - 3 years ago
man that mangled sound was the result of one of those accidents that go beyond understanding, and the way silverpaw played it is so empathetic and syncretic, it’s def a match for our chosen subject. i’m really happy you caught this, bro!
dimestop
dimestop 13th Jul 2022 01:34 - 3 years ago

on from the wasteland by xstokes
Stokesey you are really on the mark of late, again this is quality bro. this track doesn't pretend to be anything, simplistic melody, flat straight drum and snare, and that kick bro, beautiful. great vox its like a sermon. its like a lesson on a new way of life, you want to listen, as i say simplistic but so textured to create an aura of tranquillity, you say its old yet it so fresh sounding the mix is crystal clear, bang on Mike
xstokes
xstokes replied 15th Jul 2022 - 3 years ago
Paul, man it’s a treat to get such a nice response to this piece. it makes me fucking so amazed and appreciative of actually having someone to share things with, its hard to express but i trust you understand and you are one good soul, man!
Zootman
Zootman 13th Jul 2022 00:44 - 3 years ago

on from the wasteland by xstokes
You're an artist my friend. Love the atmosphere you created, drums simple but perfect, lovely pad type thing (what is that?) and the poem is beautiful. And the sound quality is crystal. Too much.
xstokes
xstokes replied 13th Jul 2022 - 3 years ago
this comes from an age ago, i had a real education from corey/silverpaw and we had a shared interest in ts, so this. i gotta find that man again. he is a real artist. the mangly sounds are mostly tortured casio by me resampled and played by silverpaw. cheers, buddy!
kingmt77
kingmt77 12th Jul 2022 23:49 - 3 years ago

on from the wasteland by xstokes
xstokes interesting interplay between the drums and narrative that’s hitting heavy. I really dig how you set the timing between the two. Interesting listen.

Mark .
xstokes
xstokes replied 13th Jul 2022 - 3 years ago
thanks, mark! i’m telling ya, reading eliot is its own reward, but listening to him reading is a journey, and christ that cat had rhythm. thanks for such a nice comment, man!
RitajustRita
RitajustRita 12th Jul 2022 23:45 - 3 years ago

on from the wasteland by xstokes
Wow wow wow you've outdone yourself again!!
I love this bounce and the deep sound of the drumkicks.
For this one you get a 10 bro!!!
This beat is just great!!!
the mastering as always perfect.
xstokes
xstokes replied 13th Jul 2022 - 3 years ago
i’m so happy you liked this! it’s from years ago but still sounded pretty fresh to me so thought i’d share it. silverpaw was like a mentor and a brother to me and i hope i can find him again. so it makes me think of some others i care about but haven’t been good about keeping in touch with. i will do something about that! thank you for being out there, sister!
yampaja
yampaja 15th May 2022 17:36 - 3 years ago

on ballad of an asshole by xstokes
Great vibe. Props for the name.
pseudoble
pseudoble 7th May 2022 11:49 - 3 years ago

on i cant die by xstokes
Im not sure what kind of altered state you were in when you arrived at this but praise the lord and careful with the shrooms - magical : )

Love the Barbara Manning btw - right up my alley
theHumps
theHumps 7th May 2022 06:19 - 3 years ago

on i cant die by xstokes
Very cool! The first part, for some reason, reminded me of Wilco. When it picked up Bowie came to mind. Sets a cool stage, I feel resurrected suddenly.

Creative!

Wayne
Zootman
Zootman 6th May 2022 10:42 - 3 years ago

on i cant die by xstokes
Tumeke. Love the lyrics. Those guitar loops (?) are sublime. You got a style all your own man and I truly love it. This link is in no way related apart from having a word in common in the title https://youtu.be/IlZmx8U7lf0
xstokes
xstokes replied 7th May 2022 - 3 years ago
thanks, man! the gtr loops from sharpbeats, harry, and rits have superb tones! haha i think tall dwarfs ran the psychobilly ward of the flying nun hospital, great stuff.
i’d be shocked if you haven’t heard this before, but here’s a gtr sound i’ve always really liked.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=89Y0T64EHMs
crucethus
crucethus 5th May 2022 23:52 - 3 years ago

on i cant die by xstokes
You Immortal You, there can be only one!!! beautiful toon
xstokes
xstokes replied 7th May 2022 - 3 years ago
i’m the biggest clancy brown fan on my block! he knows my pain!!
dimestop
dimestop 5th May 2022 22:05 - 3 years ago

on i cant die by xstokes
Nice intro mate, love spoken word,it forces you to listen more intently, nice creativity the quirky vox are scary could have done another 40 seconds maybe a repeat of the intro very delicate and charming
xstokes
xstokes replied 7th May 2022 - 3 years ago
thanks, paul — i had headed towards a reprise of the mallets and only switched that off at the last edit. hmm…
i am going to follow your lead and record vox in the shower. i’m gonna let the water run on mine, tho.
Cyberflares
Cyberflares 5th May 2022 22:02 - 3 years ago

on i cant die by xstokes
Its a interesting subject that we have touched on before but to turn it into this masterful work of art, Ah by gum you truly lead and us lambs will follow. but not on sundays thats bath day!

musically your on a level yourself man oustanding in every sense or senses in when you add your vocals its the icing on the cake.

I miss ya man!
xstokes
xstokes replied 7th May 2022 - 3 years ago
we have a little story swapping to catch up on, its true mate. i’m glad we’re for this, yknow, man?
feeling flickers in here out there — some good energy this week and shit man i didn’t even dial in to yr series til the wedn edition, so you can imagine the chuff! cheers!
BeatMaker4real
BeatMaker4real 5th May 2022 21:58 - 3 years ago

on i cant die by xstokes
Nice creative track xstokes, nice work.
xstokes
xstokes replied 7th May 2022 - 3 years ago
many thanks for the listen, BM4R!
kingmt77
kingmt77 15th Apr 2022 01:44 - 3 years ago

on eclipse and apple tree by xstokes
xstokes I happened up on this mellow track and a mellow one it is. Stellar guitar tone and work.

Mark
MyNameIsV
MyNameIsV 9th Mar 2022 21:32 - 3 years ago

on portals of light by xstokes
My lord, the true trippy experience! So fucking good
xstokes
xstokes replied 9th Mar 2022 - 3 years ago
well, thanks bro!
mdeland1
mdeland1 4th Mar 2022 20:23 - 3 years ago

on ballad of an asshole by xstokes
I love this! It's got kind of a sad but still happy vibe. I'd love to hear a longer version.
pseudoble
pseudoble 28th Sep 2021 14:38 - 4 years ago

on begin to fall by xstokes
Another wonderful track - glorious lofi sounds, nice indie vocal and beautiful ambience ... do you like the animal collective ... this one reminds me of them
StarTravels
StarTravels 25th Sep 2021 20:35 - 4 years ago

on melampus by xstokes
That's a strange, outstanding brilliant work. I was getting flashbacks (the pleasant kind). You're a genius, Sir ;–)

Peace,

Micky
xstokes
xstokes replied 28th Sep 2021 - 4 years ago
thanks, mate! no genius was harmed during the production of this track! i am a mere savant, you are too kind. O)
monkwee
monkwee 24th Sep 2021 15:35 - 4 years ago

on melampus by xstokes
mind blown dude what species are you these days?!? its always a new level with you man! love the organ at the end, this reminds me of revolution #9 come to think abot it and i mean that as a compliment, very cool man!
xstokes
xstokes replied 28th Sep 2021 - 4 years ago
i do have a major graft thing going on, i’m afraid! dang, man i’m happy to see you uploading more stuff here — i end up listening to so much loop that i don’t hit soundcloud etc too often, i wish all i had was time…. but you, my friend, are too far out and was love at first listen. i promise, one of times we will get it together
bringerofDOOM
bringerofDOOM 24th Sep 2021 03:20 - 4 years ago

on melampus by xstokes
Get's very Aphex Twin a couple times. Thought I was having a stroke, but in a good way, then I thought, it's probably not good to say "Thought I was having a stoke, but in a good way."

I blame your song, nice work:)
xstokes
xstokes replied 28th Sep 2021 - 4 years ago
that’s awful! good one! cheers, you harbinger!
DijamMusic
DijamMusic 24th Sep 2021 00:40 - 4 years ago

on melampus by xstokes
You are untouchable Brother.
We are not worthy.
xstokes
xstokes replied 28th Sep 2021 - 4 years ago
come now, Maj — we all pass the toad around!
MrAxel
MrAxel 23rd Sep 2021 01:52 - 4 years ago

on melampus by xstokes
I love the originality man. All I need is a knife and some steak sauce because this one is quite delicious. Is that an 8 or 16-bit synth I hear in this one? This song is a trip and a half. Well done man.
xstokes
xstokes replied 28th Sep 2021 - 4 years ago
thanks for having a bite of this, mr A! that glitch sample could be 8-bit, i think!
DijamMusic
DijamMusic 21st Sep 2021 23:24 - 4 years ago

on melampus by xstokes
Yeo Brother Mike.
I'm speechless at exquisitely of this track.
Wow well done master.
I bow to your wisdom brother.
Maj
xstokes
xstokes replied 22nd Sep 2021 - 4 years ago
Maj! haha, once i had my story and found that crazy voice to tell it with, everything just came out of the woodwork!
dimestop
dimestop 21st Sep 2021 22:32 - 4 years ago

on melampus by xstokes
Great track xs the vox are great text to voice, very clever, the instruments are great and that guitar wow,brilliant Michael
xstokes
xstokes replied 21st Sep 2021 - 4 years ago
thanks, pal — i love txt-to-vox, i never leave home without it! that japanese-english voice is just the weirdest fucking idea i’ve come across since chris suggested toad-licking.
Zootman
Zootman 21st Sep 2021 11:44 - 4 years ago

on melampus by xstokes
You been licking toads I reckon. I love these weird musical collages you put together, this is arty as hell and I mean that in a nice way. I loved the sound effect through the intro, and some really cool guitars, especially liked the acoustic at 1:27.
xstokes
xstokes replied 21st Sep 2021 - 4 years ago
well, yes, ihad my first toad before leaving the crib. this morning, i mean. thanks, mate!
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