theHumps

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Ormond Beach, United States

Joined : 11th Oct 2009 - 16 years ago

Last Online : 28th Jun 2024 - 2 years ago

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theHumps has posted 2364 comments on other peoples tracks.

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theHumps 18th Aug 2014 13:04 - 12 years ago

on Habits- Slow Ballad Cover by lrini

I've never heard the original either, sorry. I must say the lyrics are great, lol. Vocal performance great, piano could use some punch like some compression but it's well played.

Your singing talent is right there ready to be heard, you are certainly powerful. Like others have said and if you can afford to do so, look to improve your vocal recording setup. A digital interface, condenser mic, pop filter and you will get some great quality recordings and gain control of those pipes. :)

Cool cover, made me smile. Welcome to the loop!

Wayne

theHumps 18th Aug 2014 12:48 - 12 years ago

on IamLess - Shapes In The Sky -rough preview- by IamLess

Excellent track, I love acoustic music! But is this some kind of cruel trick? Where is the rest of the song? lol.

I see that this is a work in progress, still it sounds great, live and some great playing and singing. Hope you finish it up, like it so far.

Wayne

IamLess replied 18th Aug 2014 - 12 years ago

it's getting harder and harder for me to put how i feel into words to sing. I guess you could say i'm keeping a lot of things inside.
One day i will finish this and maybe than i will be a bit happier.
Thanks so much for taking the time to comment, it helps out so much.

-iAmLess

theHumps 18th Aug 2014 11:39 - 12 years ago

on 200 seconds glockenspiel trial by deciBel

What a great collection of sounds, a pleasure for my ears! I like what beerling1970 said about "tubular bells", I can hear that reference once I read that. Is that my mando loop in there? cool.

It is a nice recording as well. There are a lot of instruments with similar frequencies but you managed to keep them all separated in the mix very well. Listened on my headphones, sounds great!

Wayne

theHumps 18th Aug 2014 11:15 - 12 years ago

on Longing by DESTERO

Wow, nice track! The whole track sounds well mixed and well constructed. The vocal pad/sample is nice, gives the song a human feel. Cool relaxed but upbeat and positive vibe.

Wayne

DESTERO replied 18th Aug 2014 - 12 years ago

Thanks Wayne,
cool you like,nice review :)thanks again for turn in and comment, always appereciated and welcome,DRO

theHumps 18th Aug 2014 11:06 - 12 years ago

on Looking For You by Spivkurl

Sorry I missed this one and the late comment. I must say the bass really has a big part in this track and being a bass player I can certainly dig that. It seems a little more subdued than some of your more recent releases but it's still a cool, interesting track with lots to keep me listening.

It's good you can keep your music fresh and not stagnant, you always seem to change things up but stay within your own realm.

Great as always!

Wayne

Spivkurl replied 6th Sep 2014 - 11 years ago

Hey friend, no need to apologize regarding timing of a review. Not like I'm in a hurry to replace the song or anything. After releasing the album I'm mostly in sound design and instrument building mode now, so don't have much for new songs yet. Subdued, yes I would agree... it was a very sad and angry time, and I allowed myself to just do a pure expression sort of work. I think it was helpful for me. I've had my stagnant moments as well, but it's worth fighting against it on a daily basis. Thank you very much for the listen and comment!

theHumps 17th Aug 2014 12:23 - 12 years ago

on Secret by DESTERO

The mix sounds great, clear. The vocals work great with the music. I like acoustic guitar mixed with any style of music. It is upbeat, a bit mainstream but a little bit more Indie Folk/Pop to me. Nice job!

Wayne

DESTERO replied 17th Aug 2014 - 12 years ago

Hey Wayne, thanks a lot for your review,thanks for turn by have a listen ,keep on ,DRO

theHumps 17th Aug 2014 11:49 - 12 years ago

on 1 from your exil 2 bloc notes by jacquesdemers

Mix sounds great and the track is wonderful. I love the combination of acoustic guitar and piano. Well done, hope you find a singer.

Wayne

jacquesdemers replied 19th Aug 2014 - 11 years ago

THANK YOU, FOR YOU COMMENTS ITS MAKE ME FEEL GREAT, THIS IS A GIFT, AND ITS MORE THAN RECEIVE MONEY

JACQUES

theHumps 10th Aug 2014 10:45 - 12 years ago

on Rise Up Riddim by floeztones

I live at the beach and this is exactly what I like to hear during the hot summer, cool vibes. Mix sounds great, love the horns and the bongos and other percussion. Cool track!

Wayne

theHumps 10th Aug 2014 10:39 - 12 years ago

on Dragons by XmafaX

The change at 1:55 was a bit unexpected but I really liked the direction you took it. The intro was very cool as well. This song really kicks ass! Well done.

Wayne

XmafaX replied 4th Sep 2014 - 11 years ago

Hi, yes it is a unexpected change. :)
Thanks for listen
Cheers
Paulo

theHumps 8th Aug 2014 14:47 - 12 years ago

on Song Of A Girl Once Known by ScottB55

Nice description, knew(almost) what to expect. :)

Great production, as usual, and a nice composition. I love this kind of music, really brings you back to a simpler time. Excellent job!

Wayne

ScottB55 replied 8th Aug 2014 - 12 years ago

Thanks allot, Wayne. Glad you like it. Yeah, I'm kinda stuck in the past. The music back than was so pure and real.

I have another oldie in the works that's a real toughie. It's 'Fantasy' by Earth, Wind & Fire. I have over 20 tracks, so far and plan to add more.

Cheers,
Scott

theHumps 8th Aug 2014 13:44 - 12 years ago

on Only Lovers Left Alive by Axel St Patience by musiclover38

Well done guys, nice job! It has a '50's ballad feel with the tremolo guitar and chord progression but there is a modern aspect to it that makes it feel fresh. Really enjoyed the track!

Gonna dl and fav this so thanks for sharing!

Wayne

theHumps 8th Aug 2014 13:34 - 12 years ago

on Today We Need Peace by Ensam

I was reading your response to staticnomad about how you produced the vocal parts, that must have been a fun challenge, like creating your own language in a way. I like them, they are a nice touch.

Not my typical music listen so I can't really get into the ins and outs of trance but I did like the track. Nice choice of instruments, things all seem to work well together and it's a great mix.

Well done Simon!

Wayne

Ensam replied 8th Aug 2014 - 12 years ago

Thanks Wayne, yeh, the vocals were kinda the focus of the experiment and I am really satisfied with how they worked although frustrated by their stiffness, brought on by the amount of work involved in creating a small phrase.

We gotta push ourselves in different areas in order to get better..... ;)

Simon

theHumps 3rd Aug 2014 12:37 - 12 years ago

on Feeling love by FreeRadical

The mix sounds real good, you still using headphones to mix? Oh, I feel the love, lol. 10:26 long, I could never do that, you seem to have a knack for it.

Nice transition between tracks and I like that "eh" vocal sample. I also like the drum pattern in the last part, that is a good way to make things interesting in a long track.

Well done, as usual!

Wayne

FreeRadical replied 3rd Aug 2014 - 12 years ago

Thanks man, I'm currently using a knackered out old pair of PC speakers instead of headphones, they have a pretty awful dynamic range if i'm honest but you can just about hear everything. I wasn't sure about this track to be honest but i posted it because it's the only one i've managed to finish this week lol.
Glad you could give it a listen as always.
FR

theHumps 3rd Aug 2014 12:25 - 12 years ago

on EL RENEE by RonGallagher

Well played and recorded. I could listen to this kind of music all day, what a treat, thanks!

Wayne

theHumps 3rd Aug 2014 12:15 - 12 years ago

on Cairo by XmafaX

Dig the whole feel of this track, cool world vibe to open things up then a big change of pace. Such a cool way to incorporate rock with middle eastern sounding instruments. The short breaks are my favorite parts, lol. Drumming is intense, the guitar rocks and everything else just fits perfectly. Great track!

Instant fav and I will dl this so thanks in advance.

Wayne

XmafaX replied 20th Aug 2014 - 11 years ago

Hi Wayne.
Many thanks for your comment. Its always a pleasure know your opinion.
Cheers
Paulo

theHumps 3rd Aug 2014 11:45 - 12 years ago

on You Cant Get Far by Cestevens1783

Really great performance on the singing, the vocal layering is sweet and I dig the lyrics! I love singer songwriter stuff, a guitar and singer is so honest and exposing to a degree. Great job, glad I could contribute in a small way to this wonderful track.

faved and dl'd, thanks for sharing!

Wayne

Cestevens1783 replied 9th Aug 2014 - 12 years ago

Hey! Thanks for listening, yeah your loop here in itself is super, when I heard it, I pretty much fell in love with it, so thank you because you contributed in a big way ha. :)
-Charlene

theHumps 1st Aug 2014 11:44 - 12 years ago

on Hard Dance MIx by FreeRadical

This one is getting the blood flowing this morning, starts off great and the fade in of the synth is nice. The vocal samples work. Like the change at about 3:20 when you bring in that kick and that introduces you to the next section, good transition which seems to change the intensity a bit.

I know how much the saw synth gets used in electronic genres but it's one sound I have a hard time absorbing. Maybe just because I was raised on more organic sounds. It is effective as the song progresses though.

Pretty cool mix, well done!

Wayne

FreeRadical replied 2nd Aug 2014 - 12 years ago

Sorry for the late reply. I went to our local fairground and i went on that thing that goes round and round and round which makes you dizzy and then throw up. You guessed it! I went on the beer! Anyway, i always like it when you stop by because our styles are so different and if you can spot something positive in my electronic noise then that makes my day. I love saw sounds as you've probably guessed but secretly i wish i could play stuff like you.
FR

theHumps 1st Aug 2014 11:33 - 12 years ago

on Star moment by GalanticMusic

The beat is solid and you left enough space for some vocals. Hope you can add some and put the cherry on top of the cake!

Wayne

theHumps 27th Jul 2014 14:17 - 12 years ago

on Walking by IceHelo

Great relaxed feel to the track. Loved the percussion and the live feel to the track. Great Sunday morning music. The guitars are well played and it's a nice track, well done!

Wayne

theHumps 27th Jul 2014 13:56 - 12 years ago

on How To Stuff A Wild Bikini by ScottB55

Excellent job Scott! You've captured the feel of that era for sure. Great choice of instruments, fitting for this type of music. I have always loved music from this era and style because they feature great catchy guitar riffs and fills and usually a great guitar tone. Even though some artists from that era used to play slower surf songs, like Link Wray for instance, but I always preferred the upbeat, fun danceable surf style.

Everything is great here, I like how there is a lot going on but there is space in the song to give each instrument it's time to shine. Well done, as usual!!

Wayne

ScottB55 replied 27th Jul 2014 - 12 years ago

Hey Wayne,

I agree 100%, my friend! I have a hard time finding something I like in todays music. I remember putting the 45s on and playing my cheap little Sears drum kit to them. The Ventures did a cover of Hawaii Five-O, and my Jr. High band played it and I asked the band director if I could play my full drum kit to it for our concert.

Anyway, thanks for chiming in and leaving your kind words.

Cheers,
Scott

theHumps 25th Jul 2014 13:23 - 12 years ago

on Oooh Yeah by akethesnaker

Nice idea, good to hear some guitars well played. Like the feel of the track, creative.

Wayne

theHumps 25th Jul 2014 13:13 - 12 years ago

on The Love Alchemist - CD Quality by PaNeGyRiZe

Great track, loved the lyrics/vocals, right out front and easy to understand. The piano is very well done and adds that element in the background that catches your ear but your main focus is on the vox. It makes you want to give it another listen or two just to let it all soak in. Well done, enjoyable listen!

Wayne

PaNeGyRiZe replied 18th Dec 2014 - 11 years ago

Thanks Bro!! You are one of the musicians on here that inspire me with unique instrumentals and tracks as well, and i know it sounds like it, but i used no vox, simply many vocals of myself layered, and singing them all slightly in a different tone :D Looking forward to hearing back from all of you guys in the future, and in the competition. Props, and peace out,

Evan D.

theHumps 25th Jul 2014 13:08 - 12 years ago

on LeBron of GarageBand by RiceChrisB

I don't know anything about trap music so I can't say much about that but I can say the recording sounds pretty good and there is a lot of interesting things going on to keep me interested. Loved the deep sub bass finish. Cool track, well done!

Wayne

theHumps 24th Jul 2014 12:46 - 12 years ago

on Technical Time Ft FarM by Spivkurl

Sorry for taking so long to get to this one. Damn man, this is so freekin cool! I've never heard of Skinny Puppy but after hearing this I might go check them out. The vocals/lyrics are so well done, interesting and fun. You just keep getting better and better with your vocals and your creativity level is soaring!! Great job working to get it all right, nice work to both of you on this one.

Always never knowing what to expect and that's why I enjoy your tracks so much!

Cheers!

Spivkurl replied 25th Jul 2014 - 12 years ago

Hey Wayne, hope you are doing well! Thank you for taking a listen and leaving your feelings here! Really happy that you enjoyed listening. I guess I'm surprised, and also not surprised at the same time that you hadn't heard of skinny puppy. Surprised because they've been around a long time now, and not surprised because they were never very mainstream. I identify with their singer/songwriter ohgr very much. I think you might get into cevin key's solo stuff though, who is their main synthesist. "The Ghost Of Each Room" is a really spectacular album. I'm glad you found the words fun, I honestly didn't expect that kind of reaction considering the verses, so thank you for that. I've sang several songs since recording this, and I think the main thing that makes this better is that I spent more time perfecting it before calling it finished. FarM and I thank you for your kindness. I don't know what to expect next either, so stay tuned! Take care!

theHumps 24th Jul 2014 12:35 - 12 years ago

on Down that Road by Ensam

Wow Simon, this is fantastic! Great job building the track and use of the vocal samples, they sound perfect for each other. Sweet ending, nice guitar work. The mix is exceptional, I must compliment you for that. I miss you and some of the other "older" members being around and hearing your music. What else can I say that others haven't already, great track!

Wayne

Ensam replied 1st Aug 2014 - 12 years ago

Thanks Wayne, I can't say I have the same time to devote to the site as I used to but I do intend to be spending some time here again.... I have missed the old place.

Nice to see a friendly face again.... ;)

Simon

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