DonnieVyros

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TheDfect 21st Dec 2010 21:16 - 15 years ago

on WIP Keylime Pie by DonnieVyros

Interesting, I like the way you dropped the beat in the intro, made it fade towards the middle and came back strong with that bass. The bass is the best part of this beat, where do you get your bass loops?

DonnieVyros replied Unknown

Cool deal mate. I seem to have a knack when it comes to both of those (since I've been messing with 'em the longest). And to answer your question, all of those bass loops were hand rolled (midi piano roll). There are 3 sequences in all, which one were you most interested in? Later on!

Mrbillionx 17th Dec 2010 12:21 - 15 years ago

on U R Rite Here (Psy-Breaks) by DonnieVyros

ah come on you could at least let us download this hot track.

when I like it I want it "hint hint"

DonnieVyros replied Unknown

Dang, I totally skipped right over this review. My bad mate! Anyways, I got a chuckle at yer 'hint'. So what you thinkin, wanna do a track swap or somethin (this for...?)? Lemme know, alright. And I'm glad ya dug it so much. Later on!

theHumps 16th Dec 2010 20:58 - 15 years ago

on Legacy Drive (SPC Jingle full) by DonnieVyros

Man, you come from the other side of the street with your musical thoughts, haha. I don't really think I could produce something like this, I just don't think this way, ha. It's very creative with a cool intro. Nice breaks and the intro and voice samples in the track worked nicely with this. Your synths are too cool. The arrangement is well thought out and interesting for sure.

I don't isten to much music like this but this was a treat!

Great job D!!

Wayne

DonnieVyros replied Unknown

Naw mate. Nothing really radical needed for something like this. Just laid another idea (the new Tron movie) on top of the first one (class assignment). Try it with one of your own projects some time.
Meanwhile, the original theme (orchestral-breaks) stayed constant all throughout. In fact, the Tron thing came about via the intro vox I did months ago (dunno why I made 'em back then, but they sure came together with the film nod idea). So I just threw in a few more voc-sams in to act as sequence breaks. Which I was kinda iffy on (the overly deliberate breaks between), but I said whatev and ran with it. Glad ya dug it mate. Later on!

Spivkurl 16th Dec 2010 17:46 - 15 years ago

on U R Rite Here (Psy-Breaks) by DonnieVyros

This is a really effective fusion of styles! I like how you've built up a theme in this track. Really cool beats! Faved for sure!

DonnieVyros replied Unknown

Its a lil odd, because I didn't these styles would've merged together so well. Gotta love experimentation, right? Glad ya dug it. Lates!

JohnBoutilier 16th Dec 2010 11:14 - 15 years ago

on U R Rite Here (Psy-Breaks) by DonnieVyros

A very interesting track, made me think of the old British TV series UFO (which I watched not so long ago). Very cool arrangement and spotless production.

Super job ( A most definite fav)

John

DonnieVyros replied Unknown

Cool deal mate. I've never heard of that show (is it sci-fi or just sci/docu style?). Kinda reminds me of some of the older anime classics in parts (like Ghost In The Shell with vocoded stuff). Glad ya dug it. Later on!

theHumps 26th Nov 2010 11:20 - 15 years ago

on Mixed Nuts (possible guitarist collab) by DonnieVyros

This is the second time by this song and both times I find myself playing along with the rhythm on my acoustic. Nice little blues progression to jam along to. Half of the greatest songs ever written use these chords!! Nice one Donnie!

Wayne

DonnieVyros replied Unknown

Prech that mate. And I think that this would sound sweet with some good ole 'coustic pickin. Was thinkin along the lines of stuff like my dad plays (bluegrass/celtic). Heck, might even ask him to see if he can lay somethin down for this. Speaking of which, lemme know if ya do, would love to hear it. Later on!

JohnBoutilier 22nd Nov 2010 15:59 - 15 years ago

on Beautiful Number (for collab) by DonnieVyros

Great sounds. Got me moving in my chair (always a good sign). Great use of fades as transitions. Production and arrangement are both great.

I can almost imagine a relay race with this track, where the music changes during the passing of the baton.

All The Best

John

DonnieVyros replied Unknown

Yeah, this was done back at the peak of my messing with my mix-down stuff. I wanted everything to flow together smoothly (as if samplers buttons each had cross faders like mini-turntables). I also think this was one of those few times where I actually tried to paint a picture with the music (as if the audio would stand up on canvas). Funny bit of side trivia, this was the only track I've ever had suspended on Myspace (they didn't like me using the voc-sam of Louis Armstrong's voice, apparently). Anyways, glad ya dug it. Later on!

Spivkurl 21st Nov 2010 15:06 - 15 years ago

on Eshar- Still Tribal (DVs Angry Ants rmx) by DonnieVyros

This is deep and somewhat minimal! I really like the mix you did! Nice combinations of synth sounds! Really good beats! A very enjoyable track! Thanks for sharing!

DonnieVyros replied Unknown

NP@all mate. Esh is really the one we should be thanking here. If it wasn't for her killer original this wouldn't've even been dreamt of. I really had fun messin with this one once I rediscovered the email w/stems she had sent me. Glad ya dug it. Later on!

NeonStrawberry 19th Nov 2010 01:11 - 15 years ago

on Hard Workin (Feat F D Roosevelt) by DonnieVyros

I'm now really a fan of your work and the thinking behind it. Digging this track, very good binding together of the instruments in my opinion, yet another unique feel to it. I recently read and replied to your comment about arising of inspiration and now I'm intensely curious about your way of going about it too. Your music seems very near my idea of perfection, good twitch of subtlety in here too.

I have an old sketch with a political message in it, plucked from an old film, think it's quite widely used, but you can catch my version here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LTwCk2OVU1M It's made at the very beginning of my interaction with sound though, but I like how it turned out even a year later - notice the dynamics in there.

To be honest I find the vocals being the least fitting instrument in your track here, yet it's not taking away anything at all. It is odd indeed, but not unpleasant. Sounds like a gateway to me, can't really get more precise than that. Very much like the vibe in here, though serenity isn't at place here, the synths are still moderated very well. Took me a few times of hearing to get the full picture of the track and it grew on me, nice one! I would probably sharpen up the dynamics in here according to the vocal, but that's my taste and probably has to do with how you built it up. Cheers man, very glad you're around, peace.

DonnieVyros replied Unknown

That clip is neat. The vocals remind me of that old cartoon Dangermouse for some odd reason (and I knowthat "I'm mad as hell..." line from somewhere, if you still have the clip try playin with it to where it becomes less recognizable, like I did with the "The only thing we have to fear..." line here). The drums are vaguely familiar. Kinda makes me think of early techno of like 88 or 89. The sound qual makes me think of those "Garage DJs" (something about the reverb off those walls).

As for where my head's at with mixing. I dunno man, its just in my blood I guess. An artist born from artists, ya know. And oddly, I never look for perfection. More along the lines of organized chaos (or as Bob Ross would say- "Just a bunch of happy accidents."). It isn't something alot of people like to embrace (the way our cultures are groomed from birth), but it'll generate their attention none-the-less. Like you said about the vocals here...
They're out of place, yet they fit. In fact, at times it seems that this is less of a musical piece, but more a show (with music in the background). I could possibly do some tweeking on this (to improve on the mix) and might even post a version without the speech. Though I suspect that this would still be the better. Anyways, glad ya dug it. Later on!

NeonStrawberry 19th Nov 2010 00:52 - 15 years ago

on WIP Keylime Pie by DonnieVyros

From the start of it i can feel a broad connection of the elements in here and i think it's well compiled so far. It gives me a pleasant, quite a relaxing mood. Can't really describe it, but the feel of it is different from what I've listened to today. I find it a perfect background for contemplation and idealistic thinking, partially due to it's brown, balanced vibe. Maybe I'm just in the mood for that, yet somehow this is exactly what I wanted to hear. I like how you break the borders here, if to describe it, like i personally describe my own work for my self, it's very free in the sense of breaking away from any self set limitations, I guess you know what you're doing. It's only recent that I try to really finish off my tracks before release though. As for mixing suggestions, the vocals by Dirty Vegas seem fitting and can really put the current melody in it's rightful place in my opinion. Overall I just really enjoy this one, it would probably go well with a wide variety of things, am curious how it will sound with further changes.

DonnieVyros replied Unknown

Actually, I only half-know what I'm doing, haha. That's a technique I often employ- go into a project with one eye closed, as it were... Makes for better results I've found. To always mess with some unknown, from an effects combination I've never done before to mixing different genres together to see how it plays out or fooling around with a completely new and alien genre.
The structure of this is simple and is based on the midi grid of 32 counts (grid spaces) per measure. Divide that puppy down and you have the makings for each section of the song. I use 1 full measure for the pads and 1/16th for the bass. The "Brown vibe" probably comes from the formula I used for the key placement (since its commonly found in nature and throughout the universe). As for the Dirty Vegas vocals idea, I rather like it and may know just the person to ask for help with that. Glad ya dug it. Later on!

DJsDragoN 17th Nov 2010 16:27 - 15 years ago

on WIP Keylime Pie by DonnieVyros

Hey Man! Nice stuff you got going in this track! The combination of instruments and sounds in here is very cool and works into making this track a unique upbeat as well as slightly melancholic track :) Nice ideas put into good use truly creating something different and special ;)
Keep it up!

DonnieVyros replied Unknown

Cool deal mate. Yeah, this was one big experiment from start to finish. Didn't know what I'd end up with, but I'm pleased with the results. Glad ya dug it. Later on!

JohnBoutilier 17th Nov 2010 07:33 - 15 years ago

on Hard Workin (Feat F D Roosevelt) by DonnieVyros

Great track. Where did you get the speech? Are there more like it (by others, of course)? Are they, for real, royalty free?

A job extremely well done

Faved

John

DonnieVyros replied Unknown

You got my email right? If you'd like I could send you the file I have of the speech (if you wanted to use this one... so ya aint gotta search for it online). Also, I'm glad ya dug the track. Later on!

theHumps 15th Nov 2010 10:08 - 15 years ago

on Mokeone- Dark House (DVs Dirty Laundry rmx) by DonnieVyros

Pretty crazy track Donnie, amazing sounds, noises, beats, excellent creativity used here! I could never put something together that was this abstract, great job!

Wayne

DonnieVyros replied Unknown

Yep, though that part was thanks mainly to the original artist, Moke. All I did was add to the atmosphere he laid the foundation for. As for doing something like this, sure you could- All you'd have to do is pair up with someone who's rather "Out there". You'll find that the rest falls into place pretty naturally. Glad ya dug it. Later on!

theHumps 14th Nov 2010 00:36 - 15 years ago

on TCM- Black Rainbows (DVs Nap Time rmx) by DonnieVyros

I've never heard the original version but I certainly think this version is quite good Donnie! I thought the vocal track was cool. I don't think the effects were overdone at all, overall a really cool mix! Well done mate!

Wayne

DonnieVyros replied Unknown

Yeah, I def agree. In the email that I tried to shoot TCM when I updated this I said the same thing about the vox. And oddly enough, effects are what helped smooth out the bass I added for this. Glad ya dug it. Later on!

Spivkurl 13th Nov 2010 19:33 - 15 years ago

on TCM- Black Rainbows (DVs Nap Time rmx) by DonnieVyros

Nice update! From what I remember it's made a big difference! Glad you went back and reworked this one, so I'd have a reason to relisten! Thanks!

DonnieVyros replied Unknown

Yeah, I know what ya mean. I'd be afraid to play either version in a car with 15"s, ya know? Prech the feedback. Later on!

Spivkurl 12th Nov 2010 20:29 - 15 years ago

on WIP Keylime Pie by DonnieVyros

Wow great beats, especially with those bongos! I really like the simplicity of the bass lines, they're very straightforward! For some reason this is kind of a haunting track, I think it must be those drawn out synths. Great job holding my interest with this one! Faved for sure!

DonnieVyros replied Unknown

I suspect that haunting quality could come from the mathematic connection this song has through the formula I used. And those bongos were pretty sweet, I'll agree. My favorite aspect of this is the 3 basslines I used (the last one in particular... the bouncy/housey quality they have). Glad ya dug it. Later on!

Spivkurl 12th Nov 2010 20:24 - 15 years ago

on Hard Workin (Feat F D Roosevelt) by DonnieVyros

Yeah man! This is an awesome fusion of styles! I really like the organ parts, and that bass line is really cool! Nice horns! Good use of the speech, it really fits with the music! Great work on this track!

DonnieVyros replied Unknown

I don't normally use horn's... Well, solo'd ones like I did in this one. Usually just use 'em for background builds, but these just sounded so nice I had to use 'em. And I think the speech worked so well because of their old 'crackly' quality. If they had been clean & crisp they probably wouldn't've worked. Glad ya dug it. Later on!

ChrissG 10th Nov 2010 13:55 - 15 years ago

on Hard Workin (Feat F D Roosevelt) by DonnieVyros

awesome! i love the mix of genres going off in here.. great piece and the vocals really speak to you through the music.. love it keep it up

DonnieVyros replied Unknown

Cool deal mate. I think it's results like this that make me love Fusion and all the experimenting I do with sounds from different genres & sources. Glad ya dug it. Later on!

theHumps 7th Nov 2010 19:28 - 15 years ago

on Back 2 The Block (loop shocase 1) by DonnieVyros

Very cool drums on this! I would get this one going again and doll it up a little, haha, it has potential! Nice beat Donnie!

Wayne

DonnieVyros replied Unknown

Thanks mate. Yeah, I've been thinking that too (for a while now actually). Though I left it alone for the most part because I'd really love to hear what other people would do with it, ya know. Speaking of which, lemme know if you do, cool? Glad ya dug it. Later on!

theHumps 7th Nov 2010 19:16 - 15 years ago

on Hard Workin (Feat F D Roosevelt) by DonnieVyros

Man, you are all over the place with this, haha!! Great speech, great message. Quite a unique track!!

Wayne

DonnieVyros replied Unknown

Yeah, originally wasn't planning on adding any vox to this, but when I threw 'em on they just seemed a perfect match. Glad ya dug it. Later on!

bobbybooth 29th Sep 2010 21:53 - 15 years ago

on Mixed Nuts (possible guitarist collab) by DonnieVyros

real nice jam. tried playing along and it sounded not half bad! I like that laid back jam session vibe. The bass is really nice with those drums. i think a bit of funk guitar would go great, some nice chord stabs.

im not entirely sure about the swirly pads. COuldnt decide if they made it a bit different or just werent in keeping. Great track though bud

DonnieVyros replied Unknown

As for the pads, I could email you a version without 'em just so you'd be able to compare the two to see which you like more. And I'm glad you had fun playin with this (I enjoyed making it). If ya ever do record anything lemme know, I'd love to hear it. Later on!

Spivkurl 21st Sep 2010 18:09 - 15 years ago

on MrE Leap of Faith DVs Into the Darkness rmx by DonnieVyros

An eerie track man! I don't know if I hear the original, but I like what you've done with it. Great FX work! I like the ending with the waves and all...atleast it sounds like waves. Really nice work!

DonnieVyros replied Unknown

I dunno mate, you might have. I remember that this was a track of his that I reviewed in 2008 and I know that he later took it down (dunno if it was in 08 or 09). Sadly, I don't even think he has the original because the computer it was on crashed (if I recalling right him saying that in an email he sent me). Either way, this one lives on... Just imagine it without all the spooky/dark effects added on and you'll have an idea of how it sounded (didn't do much to the original song on this mix). At any rate, glad ya dug it. Later on!

Mrbillionx 20th Sep 2010 18:44 - 15 years ago

on Eshar- Still Tribal (DVs Angry Ants rmx) by DonnieVyros

nice n smooth the way I like it.

how many more hits you got in you?

DonnieVyros replied Unknown

Haha, thanks mate. Well my total armor point value is somewhere in the neighborhood of 23000 so when pitted against other mid-range SVs I can stand my own for a couple of hours. Glad ya dug it. Later on!

U4EA 18th Sep 2010 12:21 - 15 years ago

on (LCE) Snooze Button (DVs synth side) by DonnieVyros

Really nice spaced out feel to this!!! Lovely atmosphere to it as well. Nice work.

DonnieVyros replied Unknown

Cool deal mate. That was the vibe I was going for. Glad ya dug it. Later on!

Spivkurl 17th Sep 2010 20:09 - 15 years ago

on Legacy Drive (SPC Jingle full) by DonnieVyros

I'm lovin the groove on this one! Had to listen a second time! I like the bass a lot, and those strings are awesome! Those digitized vocals are interesting, do they say something? Really nice work!

DonnieVyros replied Unknown

Yeah, it's groove reflects my wanting to attract the members of that class to get interested in DAWs and music production. I rolled the vox myself one morning before class (I believe I used two channels of autotuned effects... I'd haveta look, haha). And they say- "Break it down" & "Break". Glad ya dug it. Later on!

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