theHumps

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Joined : 11th Oct 2009 - 16 years ago

Last Online : 28th Jun 2024 - 1 year ago

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theHumps 10th May 2017 20:25 - 8 years ago

on Move Your Car muzic by Shortbusmusic by FullCapicityMuzic

Enjoyed it as much today as I did way back then!. Hi Patricia! Hope you are well and making music. We miss you around here and all your talent, take care!

Wayne

FullCapicityMuzic replied 13th May 2019 - 6 years ago

Thanks Wayne! :-)

theHumps 10th May 2017 20:19 - 8 years ago

on Boss 80 by dumarecht

Reminds me of when disco was changing to more of an electronic style of music in the late 70's early 80's. More drum machines and deep bass pounding out the beat. Your instrument choices separate themselves from the bass nicely and make the song interesting.

Made on a tablet, cool it can be done as easily as that. What we had to go through to get rough multi track recordings when I was growing up compared to being able to make this on a tablet. crazy! Well done!

Wayne

theHumps 7th May 2017 22:23 - 8 years ago

on Closer Feat Billion by BillionaireExclusive

Good music is good music, no matter what genre it's in. Although rnb isn't my go to style of music this is darn good and I enjoyed listening. The music has a modern rnb feel and the vocals were fantastic. I think some volume automation here and there would solidify the vocal tracks but I know from experience mixing vocals isn't easy. They sound great, what mic did you use to record them?

Kudos to all the performers and everyone involved, cool track!

Wayne

BillionaireExclusive replied 7th May 2017 - 8 years ago

Thanks so much I really appreciate it. I don't remember at the moment, but I'll let you know the type of microphone I used tomorrow.

theHumps 7th May 2017 21:44 - 8 years ago

on Pavement Hitter by Spivkurl

Decided to give it a listen under the headphones, glad I did. Interesting to listen to how wide/narrow your individuals tracks are and how they are set in the mix. There is a lot going on, several sounds all at once but yet I can hear it all without the instruments crowding one another. Thought I heard a live instrument played by hand in there, I read the description after I listened, it sounds great and gives it a human touch.

I can certainly find some humor in the title for the subject matter and actually it's a cool title of a track. All the interesting sounds, textural differences, effects made my ears smile! Well done Spiv!

Wayne

Spivkurl replied 8th May 2017 - 8 years ago

Hey Wayne, thank for stopping in!

Yes, I think that this song is probably best in headphones. I tried pretty hard to sculpt an interesting, and slightly disorienting stereo field with this mix.

Happy that you enjoyed hearing the bass and guitar in there. I've been trying to force myself to practice and pick up my axes more. Repairing the six string helps... it's been repeatedly customized since I got it around '93 in a slightly smashed and enamel painted state.

I thank you for always being there to inspire with your comments. Have a fine day!

theHumps 5th May 2017 12:23 - 8 years ago

on Ballad Clean Tone by Yan87

Nice song, nice idea. The genre says acoustic, the guitar sounds like an electric, what effects did you use to get that sound? Just curious. Liked the kick sound as well. Well done!

Wayne

Yan87 replied 5th May 2017 - 8 years ago

hi ! thanks for comment !
i've used jackson dk-2 + sansamp triac (fender clean chanel) + chorus boss ce5

theHumps 5th May 2017 12:07 - 8 years ago

on Torturer by Nodog

My take on this is that you captured more of a textural aspect of music that effects the listener in much more different ways, than say, a lullaby or pop music would. That can make the listener turn on defense mechanisms as a reaction to the grinding, pounding and seemingly attacking feel of the sounds you created here. In some ways similar reactions a captive person would experience to torture. hmmmmm

I'd say you accomplished something here, well done!

Wayne

Nodog replied 7th May 2017 - 8 years ago

Thanks for your insightful comment when i listened to this again i can feel the aggression there, i don't think i could do a one hit on the guitar like that again but it fitted the bill at the time.

theHumps 4th May 2017 15:34 - 8 years ago

on Desert of Hope by kittytrillah

Very cool, my kind of music! I love the western themed cinematic feel to this. Simple approach with the music but it's powerful and sets a hot, dusty, cowboy riding his horse scene in my mind. That's what music is supposed to do though, right? Well done!

Wayne

theHumps 3rd May 2017 12:25 - 8 years ago

on Cloudless by Orlando51

I'm beginning to wonder if you and Ed are actually one person with two accounts here, I've never seen you guys together in one place so I wonder....lol! Once again it's a pleasure to listen to a collab of yours, impeccable performance and mix, makes me envious of both of your talents.

Love the delayed piano, bright in the mix and Ed's guitar playing is as wonderful as it always is. Put me in a good mood this morning, nice way to get the day going.

Wayne

Orlando51 replied 3rd May 2017 - 8 years ago

Ok , Wayne...you got me...it's time to admit! My real name is Ed O'Lando and I'm one person with two accounts, just don't tell anyone...haha...
No reason to be envious, except in Ed's case...but you know
it's me...lol...
Thank you so much again my friend for your generous comments and support...and the fav is much appreciated as
always !:)

Cheers___Leon (just to make you even more confused...lol)

theHumps 3rd May 2017 12:15 - 8 years ago

on The Emperors Secret Rocket Garden by silverman

You captured the feel of tension in that volatile region of the world. Now that US missiles have been placed in that region causing more tension than ever, the whole world should be worried about what that could incite. Two of the most egotistical, illogical and insane leaders squaring off can only lead to a downward spiral, it's scary.

Plenty here to listen closely to and ponder what will happen. Lot's of Asian sounding instruments and the vocal samples work well in setting the scene.

Whoa, my dosimeter just went off so it's time to run for the hills!! Well done!

Wayne

silverman replied 3rd May 2017 - 8 years ago

Cheers Wayne.
America never seem to know quite how to handle people who can fight back.
The people of the south are now targets like never before and are very angry.
Tried to keep this as peaceful as possible while giving it a sinister edge. Tempting to fill it with the sounds of battle fx but I think that would take away from it rather than add to it.
Thanks again for your time and encouragement.

theHumps 3rd May 2017 11:56 - 8 years ago

on Lies Of Advice by MOONLYTE

No shortage of energy and enthusiasm going on here. I wouldn't worry about whether it's a basement tape or recorded in the best studio in the world, the point is to capture the bands performance and playing style. Honestly, this is better than most demos I hear from local bands. Any club owner would certainly book your band with such a recording in my opinion. Music is not supposed to be perfect and sound like a robot played and produced it, it should have a human feel, which this one does.

I still have no idea how singers/screamers can do that type of singing without blowing out their throats, so kudos to your abilities to belt it out with gusto! This rocks, no doubt about it. Good luck with your band!

Wayne

MOONLYTE replied 4th May 2017 - 8 years ago

"Honestly, this is better than most demos I hear from local bands."

We thought the same thing ;)

We are getting shows booked by promoters all the time so clearly someone sees the talent within. Glad you could enjoy as well!
And honestly I couldnt tell you how i do the screams either haha

theHumps 2nd May 2017 16:12 - 8 years ago

on Substances by BLEEP

Definitely interesting from a musical and vocal standpoint. Cool instrument choices which set a futuristic, sci-fi, robotic atmosphere. The spoken word, to me, has a monotone, futuristic, unemotional tone that works great with the music. Cool reverb on the vocals. This puts the listener in a space where you intended them to be so it's well put together and thought out. Nice job on this!

Wayne

BLEEP replied 2nd May 2017 - 8 years ago

hello Wayne!

i made a new recording this afternoon and i think now it's more in tune :)

your words sum up very well the atmosphere i wanted to render in this track! Thank you for this positive comment!

Friendly
bleep

theHumps 27th Apr 2017 20:25 - 8 years ago

on Freakshow by austinmusic

Like everyone else who has commented, I also find the song has great production and is quite catchy. Great job recording the vocals, they sound great! Lot of Pop sensibilities in this track, catchy lyrics and performed well, a very cool arrangement and selection of instruments and the dynamics are good too. Your music lately has been well performed and put together, enjoyed it! Take care.

Wayne

austinmusic replied 27th Apr 2017 - 8 years ago

Thank you so much! I definitely have been trying to up my production level recently, so I'm glad it's coming through.

theHumps 22nd Apr 2017 17:37 - 8 years ago

on Mutiny of the Toys 2 by ReignStorms

My favorite part is the build up that occurs a couple times. Reminded me a bit of Sgt. Peppers/Beatles. Pretty eclectic choice of instruments and sounds. Has a march feel to it, that works good for a song about toys. Different and interesting!

Wayne

ReignStorms replied 5th Jul 2017 - 8 years ago

Thank you so much for the kind words!

theHumps 22nd Apr 2017 17:30 - 8 years ago

on Rainy Saturday by Allochtune

Refreshing and positive, the keys are fantastic. I can feel the rain hitting my face as I listen! Expressive piece of music, well done!

Wayne

Allochtune replied 23rd Apr 2017 - 8 years ago

Thanks for giving me some feedback as well! I am glad you enjoyed it. I have basically 2 modes, either super calming jazzy music or very present modern electronic music. The keys aren't originally mine though, so I would recommend that you also listen to the original! I have slowed it down and changed the pitch, to fit my idea that I got while listening to the original song. So, thanks for your comment and time!

theHumps 22nd Apr 2017 17:04 - 8 years ago

on Loner by Nodog

Sounds awesome man! Tele's have a cool, crisp edgy tone. Nice idea, the backing music is dreamlike and hypnotizing while the guitar cuts through like a knife. The idea is simple and it works just fine for me. Thoroughly enjoyed it, gave it a few listens, great noodling!

Wayne

theHumps 20th Apr 2017 18:45 - 8 years ago

on Brainspotting by BLEEP

I couldn't tell you the first thing about what separates acid from any other electronic genre but I can tell you what I liked about the song. Firstly I noticed the vocal, cool catchy vocal sample, is that you? Pretty upbeat track, drums drive it and the electronic noises add a tense, erratic feel. Would be cool in a tech/sci-fi movie thriller.

Brainspotting, a nice play on the title of a cool movie which is quite similar sounding. ;) No tone or loudness button here, just a easily turn-able volume knob, sounds great turned up too!

Wayne

BLEEP replied 20th Apr 2017 - 8 years ago

hello Wayne!

for the vocal sample, it's not my own voice and believe me, I save you from very crual sufferings lol

for the title, you're right, it was a wink to Trainspotting, a cult movie for me :)

thanks for your positive comment and your feeling after listening! it's very appreciate!

Friendly
Bleep

theHumps 17th Apr 2017 12:57 - 8 years ago

on Opposites Subtract by StaticNomad

Great title, can't believe I haven't heard that before. I can't say I know a whole hell of a lot about dnb. The drums seem a bit more subdued than my expectations but what the hell do I know. Maybe with the cello you are pioneering your way to fame with a new take on the genre?

Good to see you playing and recording the cello. You having a tough time, picking it up slowly or mastering it like a madman? Seems like it is an instrument that takes a certain touch and feel with both hands because bowing the instrument would seem to be a factor that is tough to learn. Left hand fingering is one thing,(insert dirty joke here)something we do on guitars and such so that might seem more familiar but bowing and plucking must have a learning curve.

I liked the cello at around the 7:45 mark, the short staccato notes added something more to the track. Intro sounded like it may go towards a middle eastern direction. I thought the ending was fine, fade out would have been better though, lol. ;)

Wayne

StaticNomad replied 20th Apr 2017 - 8 years ago

Hi, Wayne.

Yes, it is an interesting title and I'm surprised I also haven't heard it before. It only took me 37 years to come up with it.

No, I can't imagine you do know much about drum 'n' bass. Or drum 'n' cell. Not your area of musical interest.

"pioneering your way to fame"

Haha - what fame? That's never gonna happen.

"You having a tough time, picking it up slowly or mastering it like a madman?"

You tell me! I'd say I'm doing OK but it is a hard instrument. I have no idea if I'll ever really be any good. Still, I'm good enough to regularly make quite a bit of music using it as the main instrument. I've uploaded about 15 cello-dominated tracks in the 13 months since I started playing.

"bowing and plucking must have a learning curve."

Pizzicato (plucking) was pretty straightforward right from the start but bowing is damn tricky. There's a lot you can do with it, which also means there's a lot that can go wrong.

"I liked the cello at around the 7:45 mark"

I have a few layers of funky cello craziness going on there. Good fun.

"Intro sounded like it may go towards a middle eastern direction"

Really? I never thought of that. Maybe it's the darker, stranger second chord.

Thanks for the feedback.

theHumps 17th Apr 2017 12:32 - 8 years ago

on Prapancha by bbedford48

It's one of those pieces of music that you feel much calmer after you listen to it than before. The airy sounding pad/synth is nice, it carries the melody but sits back in the mix. Some nice changes in instruments and dynamics make for a laid back enjoyable listen. Good summer music. Cm and Eb, nice chords, not ones I use a lot but should.

Enjoyable track Bob!

Wayne

bbedford48 replied 17th Apr 2017 - 8 years ago

Hi Wayne,
Many thanks for a nice review. I think that using a minor key, to give a slightly negative emotion, and then spinning off to the relative major seems to give a pleasing mood shift every time you move form the minor to the major, or vice verce.

All the best

Bob

theHumps 15th Apr 2017 11:46 - 8 years ago

on Love for You by Nightingale

The arrangement and production reminds me of the Black Keys who are pretty awesome. Great idea and execution. I liked the rise or lift at about 1:00, the horns add a lot, the drums pick up, my right foot starts tapping and a big smile comes over my morning, coffee induced attitude! lol Keys are bad ass too!

Wayne

theHumps 14th Apr 2017 09:51 - 8 years ago

on Through the Clearing by topvega

I really like the effects on the guitars. It does have a feel of 70's rock music like Pink Floyd and other bands as well. I would like to hear Paul Rogers voice over this, the change at about 50 secs reminds me a bit of Rock Steady by Bad Company, I mean that as a compliment. I hear a bit of Foreigner in there, these are bands I loved back in the day so this one I can certainly relate to and appreciate.

Mix sounds cool, rhythm down the middle, gits panned wide. I listen to so many bands as to how they mix their gits, it's so varied but I like the guitars separated wide. I'm finding it's the width of the tracks that also comes in play, especially the bass git.

Well done!

Wayne

topvega replied 16th Apr 2017 - 8 years ago

Thanks. I appreciate all the kind words. I have been working tirelessly to get my mixing skills improved. It has been worth it. Thanks for the listen and the great comment.

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theHumps 14th Apr 2017 09:18 - 8 years ago

on SHORT PUNK SONG by Deathbot

Oh yeah, this works for me!! Can't believe there are no comments so far, this is really cool. This must be at least 200 bpm, this cranks. Couldn't imagine being a drummer playing this all night, what a workout, lol. The cymbal breaks are neat, the guitar hook is simple and catchy during those parts. The git leads throughout are great and sound appropriate for the genre.

I'm sure any mix can be adjusted in a million ways but punk, to me, is all about the "in your face" approach. Whether on stage or in the studio, punk music should be about attitude as well as it being a catchy tune. This has a bad attitude and I love it!

Dig it man, great stuff!

Wayne

theHumps 11th Apr 2017 20:50 - 8 years ago

on My Bad Self by Tinka0

Interesting drums that lead into the part about 30 seconds. Just a bit different to make me go back and listen to it a few times. The drums fading out during many parts of the song was certainly a nice touch. A couple of those growl-ly sounds caught me by surprise. Percussion and the varied electronic sounds, in the forefront and those set back in the mix, made it fun to listen to and listen closely for something else to pop out from nowhere.

For a first draft it felt like you put quite a bit into making it. No loss of pumpitude happening here, nonstop energy. I must admit I'm a little pooped after listening to this! lol

Wayne

Tinka0 replied 16th Apr 2017 - 8 years ago

Thanks man, I've been streamlining my method lately.

I know right! Hopefully I'll be able to refine it further.

Sorry for the late reply :)

theHumps 10th Apr 2017 12:44 - 8 years ago

on lets go by ElenaSatine

Real nice job mixing the guitars with the electronic sounds. It works well in this track giving the track a very modern almost NIN feel to it. Lost of energy here plus there are some parts that bring the dynamics and make the arrangement more interesting.

Will we hear you sing, maybe throw some vocals on it?

Wayne

ElenaSatine replied 10th Apr 2017 - 8 years ago

Hello Wayne
mmmm...no I'm not a good singer .
I feel shy about it hehehe ..
:)
thank you much much for the support .
really means alot .

Elena

theHumps 10th Apr 2017 11:59 - 8 years ago

on PUNK song no vocals by Deathbot

Alright, this rocks! Reminds me a bit of a few different punk bands, all the energy is there. The guitars are thick, nice job actually doubling the rhythm gits, makes a difference. Two minutes, perfect! Really reminds me a lot of West End Riot by the Living End, who are great so nice job!

Wayne

theHumps 6th Apr 2017 13:09 - 8 years ago

on It Is So Far Away - feat Ed Cunningham by VickyDan

Pretty amazing song Dan! Ed's guitar seasons an already tasty dish. The modulation at about 3 min was unexpected, cool change. Very well mixed and set a great start to my day.

Take care, Wayne

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