theHumps

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theHumps 13th Mar 2015 11:48 - 10 years ago

on As Cherry Blossoms Fall-A Samurai Tale by ReignStorms

I could def hear this in a film and in a number of genres of films. The loops certainly do their job and are nicely arranged to create a couple different settings and moods. Being creative with what ya got is the key to having fun with music. I'm smiling listening to it, hope you were making it!

Wayne

theHumps 12th Mar 2015 13:07 - 10 years ago

on Sing To Me by ScottB55

I always dig your mixes, they are very clean and your choice of panning here makes me think deep about such things. Great guitar and wah effects. There is so much to listen to in your tracks but they never seem crowded. Always a pleasure!

Wayne

ScottB55 replied 12th Mar 2015 - 10 years ago

Hey Wayne,

Thanks allot for checking it out. I appreciate your comment about my tracks never seeming crowded. I do realize I put allot of stuff in my tracks and sometime think I may be overdoing it, so it's good to hear I'm not.

Cheers,
Scott

theHumps 12th Mar 2015 12:52 - 10 years ago

on Stealth Matriculation Vocal Mix by Spivkurl

Reminded me a bit of The Cure's "Killing an Arab" and some of their other tracks. Really wished there were some vocals like that on this one. It is broken down musically which I like but in my opinion Spiv needs to lay down some awesome lyrics!!

Well done, interesting as usual!

Wayne

Spivkurl replied 27th Mar 2015 - 10 years ago

Hey Wayne, thank you for stopping by! I hadn't thought of it, but you are right about the comparison with that Cure song. I guess my feeling was more along the lines of Joy Division/New Order sort of stuff, but early Cure is definitely only a stone's throw away from that style. I agree this needs vocals, and I have a little bit of lyrics written for it. Have a whole list of things to get done, and recording vocals is not on there sadly... so we'll see if it gets done. I'd like to maybe redo the patches on this one, as people have complained about tuning/detuning issues. I did a recalibration of my main VCO, and I should be able to adjust the korg melody as well. This would probably make the vocals easier. The only unfortunate thing is the bass part was done on the modular, and while I can control it with the same MIDI info, I will need to set up the patch again from memory... ha ha... so probably this will change shape. I appreciate the comment my friend!

theHumps 12th Mar 2015 11:35 - 10 years ago

on All the Hell I Have Caused ft Antranita by mrwolf14

This has such a cool 70's classic rock sound, almost reminds me of Peter Frampton in some weird way!:) The keys, big reverb vocals and cool funky blues feel to it just brings me back to a very cool time where r n b, rock, blues, soul, funk were all experimenting with each others sound. Very well put together, love the guitar, great wah and some nice clean rhythm played. Well done Domineco, great track!

Wayne

mrwolf14 replied 13th Mar 2015 - 10 years ago

Thanks a lot Wayne!
You are always (too) kind with my work.
Ciao, Domenico

theHumps 18th Feb 2015 09:56 - 10 years ago

on PB And Grace by Spivkurl

Firstly I must give you props for putting the instruments together then applying them to your musical creations. That in itself is very cool. Plus you always give us something to challenge our musical tastes and likes by literally pushing the right buttons and taking us on a very cool musical journey.

Although electronic music isn't my favorite, I was compelled to give this a few listens and let it all soak in. I must say I was totally entertained. I don't think I could listen to an entire album of this but it sure makes the day a whole lot more interesting. Thanks for stepping outside the box, as usual!

Wayne

Spivkurl replied 1st Mar 2015 - 10 years ago

Hey Wayne, thank you for taking a few listens to this track! I'm happy that you were entertained by this! I've been changing how I do things lately, and I expect more changes forthcoming. It's good to have along for the ride. Been trying to ignore "musical tastes and likes" for the moment, and have been more concerned with expressing and challenging myself. I'm finding it really difficult to enjoy virtual synthesizers anymore, and it shows in a song like this. I realized this even more when I got my MIDI to CV converter a couple days ago and was tuning it up to my modular. Playing a simple sin wave simultaneously on a software synth and the modular with my midi controller, it was just sad the difference. The lack of character in the software was just disappointing. I'm sure you know what I mean there. I understand not being into a whole album like this of course. I don't think that I have a target audience anymore, either someone likes a song or not despite their usual listening preferences, and if someone actually listens to my albums, then all the better... that really is my ultimate goal is to release full albums to be heard in their entirety. I really appreciate your feedback!

theHumps 18th Feb 2015 09:40 - 10 years ago

on The End of The Night ft 3v3sound by mrwolf14

Very nice song Domenico. I like the opposing vocal styles, one talking and one singing, it works well with the music, a ballad pop/rock song. Every song needs that gut wrenching guitar to pull at the heartstrings a bit. Nice tone and phrasing on the guitar, really helps build the song and create emotion. Great use of strings and piano which to me can set that ballad feel on their own.

Your vocals could cut through a bit more, maybe too much bass on them. Seems like you plan to adjust the bass a bit. That would be my only suggestion, other than that this is a very pretty song, well done!

Wayne

mrwolf14 replied 19th Feb 2015 - 10 years ago

Thanks Wayne: the problem with my "vocals" is that I don't trust my voice that much...so it is very hard for me to have it "clear in the mix" :-)
I am working on reducing the lows: I usually work with earphones and there the "natural low cut" is hiding the problem.
Thanks again for the input!
Ciao, Domenico

theHumps 29th Jan 2015 13:42 - 10 years ago

on You and Me by ImproveWithError

Bet you love playing that mando! Banjo too? Well it looks like you have been having some fun the months you've been gone. Good to hear a new one Kyle, love the song. It has all my favorite instruments and packaged just like I like 'em!

Great job singing. The mix sounds pretty good here in my studio set up. The instruments are well recorded. Well done man!

Wayne

theHumps 29th Jan 2015 13:29 - 10 years ago

on Joyful Magnification ft ferryterry by promenade2239

This was quite enjoyable Alex. Such a nice laid back rnb groove. Both of your talents work well together, the song sounds great! The low tones of the keys almost go unnoticed but they add a lot, nicely mixed!

Wayne

promenade2239 replied 1st Feb 2015 - 10 years ago

Thank you Wayne for nice words! I played the keys on plugins (MrRay22 is my favourite), lots of effects. Ferryterry's guitar part is quite short in here - it was something from our older project but I noticed some fragments may fit here.
I have a new track ready to go (again a collab with ferryterry) - I will upload it today later. It is a chilled jam track over a minor blues with some nice soloing he just recorded.

Thanks again! Alex

theHumps 29th Jan 2015 13:18 - 10 years ago

on Exorcist Theme - Ether Blu Cover by EtherBlu

I can certainly hear a connection with the original score with the appegiated synth. The song and the recording are very cool and it sounds great here on my speakers, nice full mix. Interesting updated version of the original, like a club mix, sorta.

When I tried the FL demo years ago I was able to export about 1.5 minutes of a mix through the Edison plugin somehow. It allowed me to save at least the basic idea while I tried the software.

So far so good, hope you finish this off!

Wayne

EtherBlu replied 29th Jan 2015 - 10 years ago

Hello Wayne!

Thank you so much for giving it a listen. I really love the exorcist theme and while i was learning music programming, just for the sake of understanding some parameters, i thought of re-creating some song and i heard this theme. I started off and didnt stop for 5 hours until i realised it was taking a good shape and was regretting to know its a darn demo version. But yes, I will definitely work again on this theme.

Thanks for the kind words wayne. Really appreciate it.

-EB

theHumps 24th Jan 2015 13:18 - 10 years ago

on Razing Chronos by Byleth

Very interesting approach and I liked the track. I felt the kick in the end could use a change like ZankFrappa mentioned, if anything just for some variation. In Ableton's orchestral pack the timpani sounds are great, just used some myself.

Mix sounds pretty good. It is creepy and a bit weird but cinematic no doubt. Well done!

Wayne

Byleth replied 24th Jan 2015 - 10 years ago

Hello Wayne, Thanks for this comment I have the new version who I changed a bit the kick pattern and adding the Ochestra kit for the "melody" parts at end this is now better and way less repetitive has beat

Again thanks for this feedback and I do used a Timpani in this track it is in the past "middle" part with the Ochestra kit

-ant4505

theHumps 23rd Jan 2015 12:26 - 10 years ago

on Scalpel Chowder by Evisma

Pretty cool rock track. Certainly liked the tempo change, that is not an easy thing to do, I concur. I thought the marimba and the synth shared similar freqs or are close so I might suggest eq or something to separate those two sounds a bit, maybe panning would work?

The tune cranks and the bass really steals the show, your usual means of musical destruction. I wish you knew a singer in your parts that would lay down some cool vocals for you, it would really bring your tracks to a new level.

Well done Evan!

Wayne

Evisma replied 24th Jan 2015 - 10 years ago

"marimba and the synth shared similar freqs or are close so I might suggest eq or something to separate those two sounds a bit"

It doesn't help that I've got a distorted guitar line in there that is also pretty close. I'll be going in soon to fix stuff.

Thanks again! Always good to hear your thoughts.

theHumps 23rd Jan 2015 11:53 - 10 years ago

on Familiar Ground with ShortBusMusic by MWRatridge

I like the main chord progression the song has, it is easy to like. As well as the vocals, something familiar about them I like. They sound like Graham Parker a bit, he has a great voice I think. Your delivery is clean and the words are easily understandable.

I like this kind of rock, rhythm based with some great melodies along side a cranking lead. Cool bass, liked the acoustic guitar a lot, just the right amount of each guitar and mixed well. The song is quite catchy, I gave it a few listens and plan to dl this one. Once again you guys hit the mark with this track!

Great job Bear and Mark for putting this together and thanks for sharing Guys!

Wayne

theHumps 20th Jan 2015 19:56 - 10 years ago

on Mr Funk by FreeRadical

That is cool you gave this a go and tried Joe's funk style mixed with an element of your influences. Some cool changes and breaks. Sound like some retro/disco funk-alicious dance music from the 80's. I would have to say your mission was accomplished, sounds like Free Funktastic music to me!

Wayne

theHumps 16th Jan 2015 21:14 - 10 years ago

on Taking Two by Spivkurl

Not only did you create the music but the instruments to play the music on, too cool man.

Can't say I have any cd's or albums with music like this on it but it doesn't mean I don't like it or can't appreciate what went into putting this track together. It's upbeat and fun and unique, perfect! nice one Spiv!

Wayne

Spivkurl replied 7th Feb 2015 - 10 years ago

Hey Wayne, I appreciate the feedback! I don't know if I can lay claim to playing the music on this synth, more like creating the sounds, but I know what you mean (and not all my instruments are like that). I'm not sure if I even have any albums with stuff like this on it, but I wouldn't mind finding some! I wanted it to be a fun song, so that makes me happy. Thank you very much for taking a listen!

theHumps 16th Jan 2015 21:06 - 10 years ago

on Black Snake Moan by ScottB55

Sorry Scott. I hit play and the song won't play for me for some reason, must be something wrong with the player. I will try again tomorrow.

ScottB55 replied 18th Jan 2015 - 10 years ago

Wow, seems to be playing for everyone else. Hope you will give it another try. Would love to get your comment.

Cheers,
Scott

theHumps 16th Jan 2015 19:58 - 10 years ago

on Thing Called Love - Above n Beyond Ether Blu Cover by EtherBlu

Welcome to the Loop Ether Blu! I have never heard the original but if it sounds anything like this than that is great as well. Great job mixing in the vocals, they have some cool effects as well. The production is excellent, very impressive track.

Enjoy your stay here, look forward to hearing more!

Wayne

EtherBlu replied 17th Jan 2015 - 10 years ago

Hello Wayne!

Thank you so much for such great welcome!

I am really loving here.. and having wonderful time listening yours & others beautiful music!!

Glad you liked my work!

Cheers!
EB

theHumps 15th Jan 2015 09:57 - 10 years ago

on Waiting for the Sun by Darkreine

Hey Mr. Darkrein, been a while since I've seen you, hope all is well!

I think the singing added quite a bit to the song. Nice voice too, nice big reverb/delay on them. Ed is a great musician and the song as an instrumental stands on its own.

Hope all is good on loop radio, see you around!

Wayne

Darkreine replied 16th Jan 2015 - 10 years ago

Hey Wayne, long time no speak man. Everything is great over at the Loop, but we could do with some of your stuff to play.

theHumps 14th Jan 2015 12:27 - 10 years ago

on Chunky and Funky featuring Allen V by FreeRadical

Sad news about AllenV, saw him recently on here so he must be doing better. Miss ya Allen!

This still rocks out! Great electronic and live music combined, this works!!

Wayne

FreeRadical replied 14th Jan 2015 - 10 years ago

Yeah he is still about but he said one of his arms isn't working too well so he can't really play at the moment. Hopefully he'll make a full recovery.
As for the track, I like the idea but i didn't mix it down very well (it's a bit to trebble saturated) I'd love to do it again some time.
Cheers for dropping by and commenting.
FR

theHumps 14th Jan 2015 12:22 - 10 years ago

on What My Heart Needs--Instrumental by soundhound

Right off the bat the snappy snare made me happy! Nice track overall, everything from composition to performance to production is top notch. This has a great relaxed feel and a positive vibe. Nice keys as well. Way to go TG!

Wayne

soundhound replied 14th Jan 2015 - 10 years ago

Glad you enjoyed all of it, not everyone can hear it all, let alone understand it...
That means what you say matters, out here in this world of Music that's a
good thing...Anything positive bring a feel of pleasure with it...That's a good
thing to...

Peace...TG.

theHumps 10th Jan 2015 13:48 - 10 years ago

on Hangin Round Aceldama by Evisma

You old softy. Trying to pluck people's heartstrings, aren't you?

My opinion is that keeping things fresh, new and different is the key to making music and growing as an artist. This track would be a perfect track in a set or album list that gives the listener a break from your usually more rambunctious style and then sets up a return to a more rockin' track. It can't always be at 10, can it?

Thought the drums could have had a bit more punch, maybe some more variety as well. I am very guilty of using only one drum loop through a song so it's like I'm throwing stones in a glass house. It's cool to keep things simple though and let other things shine.

I wouldn't say this is the best work I've heard from you but I like that it is different from your other work and incorporates some of your particular sound you have. Keep experimenting and trying new things and start wailing on that ax!!

Wayne

Evisma replied 10th Jan 2015 - 10 years ago

Thanks for the kind words.

Gotta do something different every now and then. I did not sit down and intend to do a track like this. I got the first bassline down and then everything else just happened. Seemed like it was supposed to go as it did. But like I said, sounds like something that gets played at a school dance.

The ax will be wailed upon soon! Next one will be heavy.

Thanks Wayne.

Evan

theHumps 4th Jan 2015 14:10 - 10 years ago

on Beautiful Stranger by musiclover38

Nice job! That guitar is telling a wonderful story. Nice production and composition. Guitar was really well played, lots of feeling.

Wayne

musiclover38 replied 6th Jan 2015 - 10 years ago

Thanks for that TH

:-)

theHumps 4th Jan 2015 14:04 - 10 years ago

on Emotions by RealProblemShuckers

Has a very new world music sort of feel to it, carefree and a light mood. The transition at 1:27 seemed like too much of an abrupt change happening there. Maybe slowly dropping some things along the way and a smoother transition into the percussion part like maybe adding of a pad or something. Pretty cool idea though, liked the overall feel to it.

Look out, next year you will be a teenager!

Wayne

RealProblemShuckers replied 4th Jan 2015 - 10 years ago

Thank you!

Actually i'll be a teenager this year (so scared hahaha) on December 30th....

not looking forward to it :)

theHumps 30th Dec 2014 16:54 - 10 years ago

on Passionate Existence by DSA3098

Very well constructed song. Lots to keep me interested with the build up of dynamics and the subtle nuances of the piano. Great playing and nice mix, inspirational track, just wonderful!

Wayne

DSA3098 replied 1st Jan 2015 - 10 years ago

Thanks for the props .....much appreciated...haven't composed anything new in a few years but trying to get back...been away too long...thanks for stopping by...

theHumps 28th Dec 2014 15:54 - 10 years ago

on PiE - Broken PaJamas by PiiiE

This kept me so interested, what was I going to hear next? The horns were a nice touch but the drums, for me, stole the show. Cool percussion as well. I like big band music so this was a cool cross-genre bonanza!

Pretty cool track, gonna dl this one so thanks for sharing PiiiE!

Wayne

theHumps 28th Dec 2014 15:44 - 10 years ago

on My Beautiful Lady by Ranmann45

Hey Ian, it's been a while seeing you here, hope all is well!

Still pumping out your sound, cool sounding guitars and a recognizable vocal style. Good to see you!

Wayne

Ranmann45 replied 28th Dec 2014 - 10 years ago

Hello Wayne,

Thx. a lot and my best wishes for 2015 !

Ian

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