ValveDriver

top notch intro man, especially when the bass comes in to lead us to floydian musings.. ahhh, soothing.

I kinda wish I could chill tf out like this myself... hah

ahhh, no more comments, just listened...
hah, thanks for that.

ValveDriver replied 12th Jan 2015 - 11 years ago

Thanks, man!

"I kinda wish I could chill tf out like this myself..."

It's not a common thing for me to do. Most of my work is pretty dark, angry or aggressive. But every now and then, I just need to put it in neutral and coast awhile, ya know?

Thanks for taking a listen, I'm glad you enjoyed it!

Take care.
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BigPete 11th Jan 2015 18:07 - 11 years ago

on Red On The White by ValveDriver

totally Pink Floydest, and very well done, love the mood created and the musical journey you take us on. Great arrangements, everything gels to perfection, great job.

ValveDriver replied 12th Jan 2015 - 11 years ago

Thanks, Pete.

I'm glad you liked it. Especially enough to want to leave a kind comment.

Thanks again.
Take care.
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StaticNomad 11th Jan 2015 12:12 - 11 years ago

on Red On The White by ValveDriver

Word up, FloydDriver.

Feelin' the Pink boys here and entirely independently of any other comments.

Your most Crazy Diamondy track yet. Very skillfully done.

First criticism which isn't even really one is for you to pick up some other EZ packs as the drums here are almost identical to a few other tracks. Not a problem in this at all, just my desire to hear more varied drum sounds from you.

This is actually totally far out and damn hard to review because there's so much going on all the time but it's totally consistent in vibe. No veering off down crazy cul de sacs.

0:50 low guitar fading in is very cool and I tone I like and meshes with synths. But it's the pad work on top that is the star of the whole thing. Very beautifully done.

2:40 new little lead is great and the balance between the speakers makes everything wide and spacious and very rich.

3:52 nice soaring pitch bend to make things more psychedelic. I don't actually find this track at all dark. Guitar solo is really cool so no need for you to worry about your lead guit key fiddlin'. Many people will have no idea it ain't a real, played instrument.

Soaring, epic and those P Flunkers would probably be happy for this to be on an album of theirs. In that sense it could be said to be a bit of a ripoff but it's just so well done I don't think it matters.

My only real complaint is coming back for a touch more at 6:32. Should have just left the previous decaying notes sliding away into the distance.

Excellent work and a great progression of your sound.

Here's the greatest Crazy Diamond ripoff I've heard and it's 19 mins. Get the album!

Cinemascope - MLK Shadows

http://www.beatport.com/track/mlk-shadows-original-mix/2026010

ValveDriver replied 14th Jan 2015 - 11 years ago

What's happnin'?

I will eventually get some more drum stuffs. But most likely not Toontracks. I don't really care for their business ethics. I'm sure I'll find something better. Until then, you'll just have to be bored.

I take your compliment on my pads quite seriously, as I don't use presets. ALl of my pads and synthwork are custom built. Generally per track. There are a few that I use more than once, but generally, new each track. Same with the little lead at 2:40.

" Many people will have no idea it ain't a real, played instrument. "

They will now! Which is fine. I'm not trying to hide that it's VST.

"Soaring, epic and those P Flunkers would probably be happy for this to be on an album of theirs."

I'm pretty sure that if those boys heard this they would probably scratch their heads and say, "is this supposed to be music?" and then sue me for resembling their vibe.

I wouldn't go so far as to say it's a rip off, as much as it is unapologetically based on Pink Floyd's style, as an example, for the sake of learning how to build good music.

I appreciate the positive and encouraging feedback on this one. I've finally decided to get serious about making tunes. So, I guess it means I'm on the right track.

I'll go check the link now.

Take care, man.

EtherBlu 11th Jan 2015 10:26 - 11 years ago

on Red On The White by ValveDriver

Loved the intro... soft & dark at the same time. I Totally agree with Extraball about pink floyd'y vibe, loved the feel... and the mix is good. Only i feel if drums could have been lil boosted. Overall a wonderful track.

Looking forward!

Ether Blu

ValveDriver replied 11th Jan 2015 - 11 years ago

EtherBlu. How ya doin' man? I don't think you've ever commented on my work before. So, extra thanks for that.

After you mentioning the drum levels I listened again, and you were right. They needed to come up a bit. So, I boosted them just a touch. It sounds good here now. Thanks for suggesting it. I'm glad you liked the track. I'll swing by your page and check out your work in the near future.

Thanks again, man.
Take care.
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Danke 11th Jan 2015 10:24 - 11 years ago

on Red On The White by ValveDriver

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Diskonnect 11th Jan 2015 10:04 - 11 years ago

on Red On The White by ValveDriver

Nice, really like that slowly building intro. Not what I expected when the guitar kicks in but sounds awesome, has a really pink floyd'y vibe. I like the little breakdown where it gives you a little chance to breath and then kicks in for one final push. Very well put together and the mix sounds fine here so wouldn't worry about that too much. Really enjoyed this one so well done! :)

ValveDriver replied 11th Jan 2015 - 11 years ago

Extraball, how are you?

Thanks for listening, man! I'm glad you liked it. I take it as a great compliment that it reminds you a little of Pink Floyd. It appears as if you're not the only one who thinks so, either.
I can live with that!

Hey, man. Thanks again for the kindness. I appreciate it.

Take care.
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