ValveDriver
Not every song requires vocals
Portland, United States
Joined : 25th Sep 2012 - 13 years ago
Last Online : 1st Jan 2026 - 1 day ago
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on I hope Youre Alright by ValveDriver
It must make things much more interesting.
I think that's the first time I've heard that my music has hints of Tool in it. I take that as a compliment.
Thank you, sir, for stopping by! Be safe up there, mister.
Take care.
Aaron
on I hope Youre Alright by ValveDriver
Speaking of disappearing, I've been out of commission for a while here lately myself. Too much work and not enough time for play. I hope to get back to some music here real soon though. Anyhow on to the matter at hand. I thoroughly dig this...what could be considered a bit of a throwback ValveDriver track. I was all in right from the start.
As you mentioned it certainly has a lot of the original mix flavoring with the multi layer synths, its deep and heavy foreboding presence and bad ass sinister vibes.
There's plenty of notable elements here but I particularly like the pitch shifting notes in the mid section. Really accentuates the energy/tension and pegs the ol' eerie meter ! Also the Piano One is in my opinion a very sensible and appropriate addition to your arsenal. Piano (and violin) have been staple instruments for some of the most memorable and historically classic soundtracks of the "ominous" variety ever made. It also sounds very cool in there which is the best reason I can think of to hopefully persuade you to leave it.
With Halloween almost here I'm in the midst of preparing my annual scare soundtrack to provide the right ambience for the neighbor kiddos who are willing to dare enter the fright zone and knock on my door for treats. This baby will be making the play list for sure bro.
With the exception of the drums and the piano, the synth patches that I used in this track are 5 of my oldest patches that I made from scratch. They are the first 5 that I used in the second track I posted here back in 2012. The feel of this one is more sinister than the original track. Which is what I was going for. It's not really a remix, or a reboot, just another track with the same synths.
I liked how they have a groovy drive to them, but can still be dark. Unlike the original "The Anderson Council". Which is a more groovy, chilled out ride.
I'll leave the piano in this one. I just need to go back and adjust some of the velocities on the higher notes. They're too close and sound too programmed. Not as organic and natural as I like to shoot for. I remembered the Toms, but forgot the piano. Oops.
As far as horror playlists go, feel free. You should also check out my track 2077 AD. It's a droning, dark ambient piece that I made entirely for myself for those nights where insomnia is stronger than the melatonin. So, it's plenty long so I have time to actually fall asleep before it's over.
I hope all is well deep down Texas way. Stay safe down there, mister.
Take care, brother.
Aaron.
on I hope Youre Alright by ValveDriver
Michel
Take care.
Aaron.
on I hope Youre Alright by ValveDriver
If you do that, let me know how it was!
Take Care.
V.
on I hope Youre Alright by ValveDriver
on I hope Youre Alright by ValveDriver
Take care
V.
on I hope Youre Alright by ValveDriver
I'm sure ol' boy is chilling somewhere. He's never been one to stay in one place. He's like an Alley Cat. He comes and goes as he pleases and he only wants attention on his own terms. But, we all love him anyhow.
Thanks again.
Take care.
V.
on I hope Youre Alright by ValveDriver
This is a pearl...doomish but pearl too...the description is a bit sad but to tell you the truth more and more people live alone on earth ... neither their dogs nor their cats, well even their families ... maybe alienation is one of our biggest enemies besides computers and smartphones ... or maybe that's why ... this music is very painful cause somehow i feel like you won't have any more contact with your friend ...
serious synthesizer song ... in the beginning the Depeche Mode popped in but in the end it became more of a song from a doom metal band, from where the guitarist went for a beer ... :-)
putting aside the joke, it became a very cathartic, difficult, thought-provoking song ...just like ValveDriver on his best...hope all is well in the second wavee of pandemic Aaron...take care...
Danke
It's been awhile since you've commented on one of my tracks. I was super happy to see that you had. Thank you!
All is well here. After being here for 30 years, we're about to move back to our home state to start a whole new chapter of our lives. One that displays far more potential than staying here. We're looking forward to it.
This song really is about alienation, or at least facing life alone, by your own rules that don't conform to what society says it has to be. Which, really, explains why it's like the old Valvedriver style. That was always my message. "Do it your way, screw what they tell you, it's your life" That's exactly how my friend lives, and I respect that greatly.
Danke, you take care my brother. I hope all is well with you as well during this odd time we live in.
Sincerely, take care.
Aaron.
on I hope Youre Alright by ValveDriver
Take care, brother.
Aaron.
on I hope Youre Alright by ValveDriver
The song has a lot of tension and texture with the main synths that you used. I like the bell ring of the ride cymbal and the almost subdued drums, they sit well in the mix to my ears. The track gives me that sense of a journey and not an easy one by the sounds of it. Nice job!
Wayne
It is strange. Even in people that are known to take off for awhile without saying anything. It's that one time when they just don't come back and you're left always wondering.
As far as the song, A tense journey is exactly what I had in mind. I just kind of imagined his life and his personality and what he may have been facing. I imagine that what he sees in this world is nothing but another obstacle to overcome. As loving as he is, his instinctual drive for independence is beyond that of any human I've ever met.
There are a few things that still need some tweaking in here. I'm not 100% on the piano part. But, it'll do for now. Once I can get back to it, I will.
Thanks for stopping by, mister. It's always appreciated.
Take care.
Aaron
on I hope Youre Alright by ValveDriver
As for what hut says, yes, half the time I find I'm logged out when I want to comment. Don't be too suspicious!
take care.
V.
on Freakshow - Cirque Du Valve Mix by ValveDriver
Take care.
V.
on Moss Mother Part 1 - Sun by ValveDriver
I'm really not one to mix words, or candy coat. I'm not a dick about it, just straightforward and no bull.
Have a good one.
V.
on Moss Mother Part 1 - Sun by ValveDriver
Michel
Thanks again.
Take care.
V.
on Labyrinth Of The Absurd pt 2 - Pain Has A Face by ValveDriver
on Labyrinth Of The Absurd pt 2 - Pain Has A Face by ValveDriver
If I ever get around to searching a couple different storage drives to see if I still have this file backed up somewhere, I'll play around with the levels. But, until then, I've written this one off as a loss. The laptop that I created this one on took the proverbial shit and died. Along with it, this songs original file. But, I totally agree with what you mentioned, and if I could have, I already would have fixed it. But...such is life.
Either way, I appreciate the suggestion. Not enough people around here throw helpful critiques anymore. That's how we improve, right?
Anyhow...Take care, man.
V.
on Labyrinth Of The Absurd pt 2 - Pain Has A Face by ValveDriver
Take care.
Aaron
on Labyrinth Of The Absurd pt 2 - Pain Has A Face by ValveDriver
Great job telling a story too. Whether the song has lyrics or not, the composer still has to tell the lister what they are trying to convey. You've done that here, absolutely. Lots of good feedback as I read thru the comments, well deserved.
Cheers!
Wayne
I have always tried to achieve painting with sound. It hasn't always worked, but I'm glad to hear that it did in this case.
Thanks again.
Take care.
Aaron.
on Overmyth II - Cathedral Of The Witch by ValveDriver
Excellent track
PEACE...
But when you come out of the metal closet, you have to kick your way out. You can't just turn the knob and slip out. You have to kick that thing, and come out screaming, "I am Fookin' metal! Hear..my...wrath!!"
True story, bro. That's how it's done.
Thanks for stopping by and giving a listen and a comment. I appreciate. it.
Take care.
V.
on Overmyth II - Cathedral Of The Witch by ValveDriver
As far as the direction I'm going, it's actually backwards. What I'm doing now is more like what I started with. These metal tunes are the offshoot. Even though I live, eat, and breathe metal since 1984, I still really enjoy making the electronic work.
I will have more metal to come, but until I can get a new laptop that can handle it, it had to be put on hold.
Thanks again, man. I truly appreciate it.
Take care.
V.
on Moss Mother Part 1 - Sun by ValveDriver
Even with the tremendous amount of respect that I have for this man, I took that as a personal challenge. So, I set out to make a few tracks that you couldn't really tell if it was live, or VST. I like to think I came close enough with this one and the "Overmyth" series.
HA! No. No sex bots here. It's not funky enough!
Thanks for stopping by. I appreciate it.
Take care.
V.
on Freakshow - Cirque Du Valve Mix by ValveDriver
on Freakshow - Cirque Du Valve Mix by ValveDriver
Steven
Steven
I'm not entirely familiar with the Sheffield scene, so I'm not sure which part reminds you of it. But, if there was an entire movement that my music sounds like, then I must be doing something right, huh?
I do have a sense of humor, and I'm not afraid to use it! Which got me thinking...I should put out an entirely bullshit song that's clearly a joke. Just for the fun of doing it.
Hmm, one of these times.
Thanks again, mister Steve.
Take care.
Aaron.
on Freakshow - Cirque Du Valve Mix by ValveDriver
If you dig DnB,You should check out my track "Labrynth Of The Absurd pt.II (Pain Has A Face)"
It's a nice dark little piece.
Thanks for taking the time to listen, and comment.
on Freakshow - Cirque Du Valve Mix by ValveDriver
Pretty freaky stuff here bro. The bass lines in here are all Killer. The effects, transitions, breakdowns, tempo changes are very well done and the carnival bit is a perfect twisted element. Another extremely well produced and very fun track.
I got separated from my parents at a circus when I was little and luckily my mom saw me as I was wandering behind the Freakshow tent ! I could have ended up a carny or traumatized for life !
Thanks for listening, man. Always appreciate your input.