This is really tight. I think the vocals could be a tiny bit louder, just enought to compete on master bus compressor with the attack of the kick. It's a very good mix and arrangements. Good work :)
I like this composition :D
wall of sound
"To attain the Wall of Sound, [PHIL]Spector's arrangements called for large ensembles (including some instruments not generally used for ensemble playing, such as electric and acoustic guitars), with multiple instruments doubling or tripling many of the parts to create a fuller, richer tone.[5] For example, Spector often duplicated a part played by an acoustic piano with an electric piano and a harpsichord.[6] Mixed well enough, the three instruments would then be indistinguishable to the listener.[6][7]"
Thanks, glad you like it.
Well I didn't use the Spector's technique :) Modern VST instruments blend multiple sound sources to achieve just that. In this track we have up to 5 synths playing different things at the same time and vocals (deformed or not) on top. Reverb effects assist creating the continuous flow of sound (the wall, but maybe I used this wording incorrectly).
The song is very nice. Mixing the sounds you use this way doesn't make anything commercial or non commercial imo. It's just packaging for a message. What color envelope does not effect the message but it affects who may or may not open and read the message. If the goal is to spread a positive message, then absolutely nothing is too commercial or successful ever, and perhaps several methods of delivery should be employed, as the goal is to spread the message far and wide.
It's a very good track as usual. One thing I noticed is that the hook and the sample are supporting but maybe not complimentary imo. -As in I like the piano loop all throughout the verses, but on the hook, the vocal performance is stronger than the backing loop. I would add another chord layer or a modified loop chop maybe during the hooks.
I could listen to it again as is. It's fine. That piano sample can step up to the vocals a little :)
Thanks for the constructive criticism mate, appreciate it always. You sort of confirmed what I was thinking while making it. I did initially have a string section on the hook, but the copy of the beat that I initially sent to DV Alias for him to write and record to didnt have that string section on it..his vocals didnt quite sound right over it when I started arranging the track. Maybe I could revisit it and work something around his vocals.
The timing set up on the stabs in the intro gives the track a unique angle for every other timing placement. I didn't hear it referenced later and kept listening for the dotted quad placements. I like how that works as an arrangement device. Complimentary and layered sounds are working together effectively throughout. The outro is good for a live DJ set as well.
@BCV Greetings, Thank you for dropping by & leaving your feedback. Its greatly appreciated indeed. And well this song came to be out of inspiratation from djs & club goers. Have a good one & one love, Verdi
I'm a sucker for drift phonk. I wouldn't mind some more bass on my speakers so I can slide sideways into a mailbox with spit flying out my face as i chew on a burning cigarette at 80mph popping through a cloud of tire smoke. It's a very specific song :)
@BCV Greetings, And thanks for dropping by. And glad you liked what you heard. And i always appreciate the feedback from everyone. Have a good one & one love, Verdi
I like the bouncy vibe and the guitar chops. i think the guitars are maybe too far panned right. The mix feels out of L/R balance on my headphones. It might not be a factor if vocals are present. The track is easy to listen to and the guitar arrangements at the end really pick up nicely..
Hello BCVProductions, thanks my friend for listening to my track and commenting. I will say the guitar itself produces a nice tone but I also use a tc electronics pedal to enhance the artcores I play....I have 3 and use this pedal with all of them.....I've also found that a medium pick helps with a heavier tone as well.....again thanks for listening.
This is super groovy. If I had a place to set up my gear I would try to record a vocal to this.
I downloaded it to mess around with. Good work on the track!
Maybe nu jazz or electronic jazz? I have a feeling there is a very specifically named dance genre for this that i just don't know about. Whatever genre the group Plaid is. I like it. it's very nice in my headphones.
Plaid's style crosses a number of genres - electronica, dance, ambient, experimental -wikipedia for Plaid
on SNAPBACK and TATOOS remix AFROHOUSE by XDOUSP
on Up to the brim by TheFrenZ
wall of sound
"To attain the Wall of Sound, [PHIL]Spector's arrangements called for large ensembles (including some instruments not generally used for ensemble playing, such as electric and acoustic guitars), with multiple instruments doubling or tripling many of the parts to create a fuller, richer tone.[5] For example, Spector often duplicated a part played by an acoustic piano with an electric piano and a harpsichord.[6] Mixed well enough, the three instruments would then be indistinguishable to the listener.[6][7]"
Well I didn't use the Spector's technique :) Modern VST instruments blend multiple sound sources to achieve just that. In this track we have up to 5 synths playing different things at the same time and vocals (deformed or not) on top. Reverb effects assist creating the continuous flow of sound (the wall, but maybe I used this wording incorrectly).
on Time Weavers by Kayos2
on Black Piranha by W0UNDEDBUFFAL0BEATS
I could listen to it again as is. It's fine. That piano sample can step up to the vocals a little :)
Thanks : )
on Get Ready For Ignition - Instrumental by Verdiqo
on FIRE DRIFT PHONK by DJQwert
on Red-Shift by aboemusic
on Project 10 Lets Go by paulcreaney
on Melting Cities by StratOli
e-piano wins an award at 2:20
on Greetings I Am Back by Verdiqo
on Kicking it back by Cyberflares
on Borderline by RitajustRita
on Do me a favour feat purplofficial by fanisatt
on VT Nights x KayOS - Devil Ego by Kayos2
on Critical Measures Ft EFX by StrikingDaggers
Take notes on this production!
on Kind of Special by glennwhite6504
must be in the fingers. :)
That is so smooth and nice.
Thanks for sharing!
on Slow 60 BPM groove by Indieground
I downloaded it to mess around with. Good work on the track!
on Do a Thang by REKLOTHEWOLF
on The Snake by XDOUSP
on Wise11-Devils by wise11
on GillianFX - Animal - Initium Remix DEMO by InitiumMusic
on Crashes by Danke
Red Fang is cool.
Fistbump,
Danke
on Stepping into the Void by FRITZOMATIC
Plaid's style crosses a number of genres - electronica, dance, ambient, experimental -wikipedia for Plaid
I know of Plaid and enjoy their music so that is a great compliment! I am glad that you liked the track and appreciate the feedback!
on Pit Bullz by montelldeshawn
on Bossin by TheMilkyMan