theHumps
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Ormond Beach, United States
Joined : 11th Oct 2009 - 16 years ago
Last Online : 28th Jun 2024 - 1 year ago
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theHumps has posted 2426 comments on other peoples tracks.
on GOTH ROCK GIRL by ClickbaitCabaret
Rock on dude!
Wayne
on Henry Pascal feat BabyGee - Answers by HenryPascal
The vocals are a bit over processed i think, maybe too much effects? One other thing i might try is to lower the compression or limiter on the master channel a tiny bit. This will make the instruments stand out a little more in the mix by cutting a bit of the overall loudness of each of the instruments in the track and with some adjustments, make the vocals stand out a little more too.
The track is put together very well, the vocal track works so well with the musical composition. Keep up the good work!
Wayne
Vocals: removed some annoying noises throughtout, furtherly noise reduction filtered, then, after trying lots of unsatisfying compression ratios, manually compressed. Last, add a reverb. I keep the general volume quite low, to keep the delicate performance of BabyGee, play it louder didn't seem consistent with the depth of the lyrics in my ears.
Instrumentals: i was inspired by "Viaggia insieme a me" by Eiffel 65 ("Follow me" english version) released in 2003. Has the same pop feeling but the drums and the bass are a bit pumped up (because they came from dance music).
I mix/mast using the I.Pod earphones, that has a masterful quality sound... clearly the final mix sounds very good, in relation of a 2009 netbook power. Maybe using a different pc and different earphones it sounds different too... who can tell? :D
on Way Of The Dead by DijamMusic
A cinematic piece of music i can see/hear. I think it would work for a few genres, it's upbeat and driving and has a positive vibe.
Good luck with the track!
Wayne
Thanks for the feedback mate.
It is great you liked it too.
Thanks again too.
Majid
on Sunshine snippet rough draft by priest39
Wayne
on Mare Nostrum by mrwolf14
I've been trying to think of what this reminds me of and strangely, i think of the Clash/Sandinista album and all the oddball music they put on there. It wasn't a fluid album but a diverse collection of styles of music. This one would fit on that album. I know that is weird but it is a compliment, ha!
Wayne
I am not sure whether I will rework this or not: was a nice experiment for me... but I don't think I will repeat it.
Regarding the comparison with Sandinista: CLASH is one of the bands I love more! Your avatar is what I have used a lot of times on other web-sites ... without "the humps" of course :-P
London Calling is one of my 5 "desert islands" records.
Still I loved Sandinista as well. Now I need a joe-strummer-like singer to put some words on this song.
Ciao, Domenico
on Henry Pascal feat Patricia Edwards - Makin me blue by HenryPascal
There is a cool dark undertone to the track making it mysterious and deep and brooding. Well done!
Wayne
on House At The Edge by Orlando51
Thanks for sharing Leon, it's great!
Wayne
With much appreciation_____Leon
on Christians Tale by bbrossa
Wayne
on Him With You by DjLeeMFW
Ample space in the song, it's not blazing fast, it's not over compressed(could actually use some more) and it kinda has an island feel to it. I live at the beach, this would work at the bars/clubs. Cool track for just thowing it together!
Wayne
on Come And Find Me After Death by DijamMusic
The middle bit has an American Indian feel to it which i feel fits the feel and idea of the song.
Sorry i missed this one but better late than never.
I believe in reincarnation, honestly. How can newborn babies just weeks old exhibit different personalities or any personality at all at that age yet some don't cry while others....do, ha! They must carry their karma along with them into their next life. No reason to fear death, coming back to suffer it all over again and again... A little Buddhism never hurt anyone.
Cheers!
Wayne
Sorry for the delay in replying mate.
Thank you very much for the feedback.
I find it very interesting and I do hope that we will meet after our death whatever we come back as.
Do you really believe that?
One only can hope my dear friend.
Thanks again.
Jamid
on Part 2 - Saturn Speaks by toastedavalanche
Kind of a rough ending, little abrupt, would be my one criticism and that's an easy fix.
Wayne
on HMBMAA Muzic by nln1 by FullCapicityMuzic
Wayne
on Tryin Not To Fall Muzic by Soap by FullCapicityMuzic
You have a new mic? Your vocals are much clearer and brighter these days.
Always a pleasure!
Wayne
on WORDS by laurentwirz
Good stuff!
Wayne
on Goodbye by mildperil
Nice song, well done to both of you! The piano is excellent!
Wayne
The vocal chain was actually really cheap considering how much can be spent on this kind of thing, I just a lot of research before buying, but I'm happy that you think it might be an expensive set-up :)
on Henry Pascal feat Stepa K - Nothing Left by HenryPascal
As someone who believes in getting to the hook or chorus quickly, I would bring the bass and drum beat in earlier. Long intros loose interest in my opinion, especially if you are looking for "imaginary radio airplay". I know you are trying to go for the big dance genre intro but honestly, those songs aren't on the radio for that reason. It has potential in the dance clubs if lengthened or pop potential if shortened and remixed for that crowd.
I would add a little more bass to the mix too. Not bad for 6 hours!
Wayne
on Am I Crazy Muzic by BradoSanz by FullCapicityMuzic
This is really, really good! Really! ha!
Wayne
Thanks for stopping by. This is one of those songs you come to back to an old place with new people and be like "remember when"? Ok, I'm rambling, the new paint caught my eye. lol Thanks Wayne. :-)
on where the wind blows instr by priest39
Mix sounds really good, easy on the ears, nice track!
Wayne
on Kai-Leen - PA KOUPAB by Nous2
Wayne
I'm happy you like it.
If you want you can download it !!
A Bientôt !
K
on Grand Theft Auto by KnightHeir
Thermo-meter, kudos for getting that in there, made me play that part a few times, :).
Cheers!
Wayne
on Igdtrap x In Da Kitchen - Fibanaccii remix by Fibanaccii
Cheers!
Wayne
on Gypsy Jungle by royalnation
I dig percussion so this automatically piques my interest. The didgeridoo at the end was not expected. The asian strings worked well with this drum beat too, all the strings did actually. Interesting track, certainly not a pop track or something radio friendly but that stuff appeals to people who want to hear something different and off the beaten track, which i like, cool!
Wayne
on Fall Out Boy - Sugar We re Goin Down COVER by Mahloo13
Interesting to see the comments on how close it is to the orig.? I tend to try to bring my own feel to covers but who cares if this doesn't. You are showing your mixing skills while giving the band a little exposure here, everyone wins!
Good job all around, band sounds good and so does the song!
Cheers!
Wayne
You've pointed out really well the exposure thing, it's a win win situation, and since I have been mainly mixing and mastering throughout my career it seems appropriate to back up my words showcasing some of the mixes. I just can't post anything that goes through major releases for obvious reasons, and besides, getting clearances to post previews of such projects would be a pain. Every single cover I've posted is clear to be posted and it's up for discussion regarding techniques used, tips and tricks etc.
on Stratton Moon - ft steelyvibe by zipbass
Cheers!
Wayne
on Its Over by Magiq1
Wayne