ShortBusMusic

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ShortBusMusic 13th Oct 2014 16:47 - 11 years ago

on Looking For You by Spivkurl

You know the bass in a song is good when you can feel it, in addition to hearing it. I love the feeling when the vibrations in your body, haha. And by having the volume up when I hit play I was also able to remove some of the paint on the walls, haha.

Your music is always so innovative, but the secret to what you accomplish is your attention to detail. Once again, you display not only your musical abilities, but your tremendous skills as an audio engineer. Well done Pat. Really well done. I hope all is well.

Bear

Spivkurl replied 7th Nov 2014 - 11 years ago

Hey Bear, it makes me really happy that you enjoyed listening to this track! It's still really special to me, though it has a very different emotional effect on me than at first, which is okay... I too like to feel a bass, and in a song like this, it's so important for the neurological healing properties. Interesting that you mention details, as it still feels really simple. Thank you so much for all your support recently, and over the years!

ShortBusMusic 30th Sep 2014 16:34 - 11 years ago

on Proximal Vicinity Memphis Style by MemphisB

Nice touch on the bass....different treatment than others have done. Fx is also treated a bit differently. It is amazing how just a small adjustment here and there can really make a track sound completely different.

Very innovative approach to this, and a lot of ideas in here I certainly haven't thought about using. Terrific clarity on the instruments....sounds like you shoveled out all of the mud that was caused by the mids competing for space. Big bold stereo field as well.

The only thing missing for me was the flute at the end....not sure if that was intentional or not. Perhaps you just lowered the volume quite a bit on it? Anyway Memphis, well done. Welcome to the Loop and thank you for entering. I hope all is well.

Bear

MemphisB replied 30th Sep 2014 - 11 years ago

Hi Bear
Many thanks for the comments it definitely was a task in EQ . The Flute I had a bit louder to my ears until I mixed it down but maybe as I have played it so much to tune it I sense its there . Its definitely a tweak I would make to bring it out.
Thanks for a great challenge

Memphis

ShortBusMusic 28th Sep 2014 16:55 - 11 years ago

on Noi doi - Behnam Zandi featuring Corina Ruxandra by deciBel

My friend, while I understand why you decided to leave music behind, I am saddened by this. Now knowing that Corina is also leaving it behind, well this truly is a sad day indeed. You are both so talented, and two of my favorite artists.

So, I respect your decisions, but hope that someday the muse in both of you will awaken and return to us here at Looperman. Until then, I will download this song and play it again and again and remember the days when Behnam and Corina made beautiful music together. All my best my brother. Thanks to both of you for sharing this wonderful song.

Bear

deciBel replied 28th Nov 2014 - 11 years ago

master first of all please excuse me for late responce .
and beyond everythings me & Corina both are honoured to read your positive feedback .
Bear , your kindness is so nice & respectfull to me & I'm gratefull of your attention & all words .
highest respects & greatest appreciations .
___B

ShortBusMusic 28th Sep 2014 16:42 - 11 years ago

on ShortBusMusic - Proximal Vicinity - DaveDaG mix by DaveDaG

Dave, really well done mix and master. While it seems close to the original, it is much, much better because you cleaned up all of the mud and muck that was happening in the mid frequencies. Beautiful crisp mix and like Joe said it has a really wide feel to it. Huge sound!!! Extremely well done.

I'm still not sure what is going on with the player here on Looperman....but thankfully I was able to listen to it by downloading and then playing it on ITunes. Thanks for entering and best of luck. I hope all is well.

Bear

ShortBusMusic 28th Sep 2014 16:37 - 11 years ago

on ShortBusMusic - Proximal Vicinity - DaveDaG mix by DaveDaG

Man, this is too weird. For some reason I can't get any sound when I play this track. I thought it might be my computer, but I went to my site and clicked on some of my tunes and I heard them just fine. For some reason, nothing but silence here. I will keep checking back to see if I can hear something. In the meantime I will download it and see if I can listen on ITunes or something. I'll get back to you.

Bear

ShortBusMusic 26th Sep 2014 15:37 - 11 years ago

on Money On My Mind -2 by JodyJames

I've listened to your music for a long time Jody, and this one is about as good as it gets. You are a monster dude!!! Tight mix, great composition....cannot believe some great rapper doesn't jump all over this one (maybe EYEDYE did something for you).

Added to favorites for sure. Great example to all the "wannabes" on how to construct a killer hip hop track. Well done Jody. I hope all is well.

Bear

JodyJames replied 30th Sep 2014 - 11 years ago

Hey Mr. Bear!! I appreciate the kind words bro!!...your 1 of my favs here on Looperman....your a great talent...so it means a lot coming from you. thanks friend

Peace !!

Jody

ShortBusMusic 26th Sep 2014 15:27 - 11 years ago

on Proximal Vicinity-SBM-EPYKmuzik Remaster by ThaEpyk1

Sometimes simple and using basics can be really effective, and in this case you did a really nice job. For someone who has only been focusing on mixing and mastering for a few months.....you flat nailed it :) Stellar work on this one. All of the instruments can be heard really well in this mix, there is no mud in the mids, and I love the way you emphasized the flute in the final stanza. Great job my friend. This is going to be tough to pick a winner. I hope all is well.

Bear

ThaEpyk1 replied 26th Sep 2014 - 11 years ago

Thank you so much!! I was really nervous uploading this, and then listening to the other entries..I didn't think I stood a chance at first, so thank you very much! It means a lot! and also, thanks for a great starting point! you can't get a great mix without great instrument tracks to start from!

ShortBusMusic 25th Sep 2014 03:28 - 11 years ago

on House Full Of Lonely by Twanna1

I just had to stop by and grab a copy of this amazing song (thank you so much for the download) and once again tell you that the world is a better place because of your music. My wife sends her best and thanks you for a great track for the two of us to dance to :) I hope all is well.

Bear

Twanna1 replied 26th Sep 2014 - 11 years ago

You two are so lovely...you always touch my heart:-)

Much love to you both!!

ShortBusMusic 24th Sep 2014 15:59 - 11 years ago

on joes real final minimal master - SBM comp by joecramer

I meant to say "playing a Dminor" instead of "playing Da minor", hahaha.

joecramer replied 24th Sep 2014 - 11 years ago

Yo bro, play da minor! :)

ShortBusMusic 24th Sep 2014 15:58 - 11 years ago

on joes real final minimal master - SBM comp by joecramer

Hey Joe, I would have to agree with Orlando and say that this is your best effort to date. The approach was different and I think the mix is really nice and crisp. I think the harmonic dissonance that Alex mentions is actually in the stems itself and was intentional. The one electric guitar is playing Da minor progression while the acoustic is playing a Dmajor. It sounds like a wrong note, but was intentional. To eliminate it, you could remove the third note in the Dminor chord, or pitch it up a half step to a major. My suggestion would be to remove the note each time that guitar plays the Dminor. Other than that, this is a stellar job by you. Thanks for the interest and for working so hard on this. I hope all is well.

Bear

joecramer replied 24th Sep 2014 - 11 years ago

Hey Bear

This wasnt real hard working. Sure it was a lot of work but i enjoyed it.

But this -kill the 3rd note- sounds like a lot of hard work ....

I´m not sure what i will do

stay tuned
joe

ShortBusMusic 23rd Sep 2014 15:54 - 11 years ago

on Sapphire On Silk by MWRatridge

Hey Mark, tasty little combination of jazz and blues my friend. Guitar work is stellar as usual, and your vocal work is always special....a combination of ministry, gin, and cigarettes - you are one of the greatest blues vocalists around.

Really nicely done Mark. Definitely added to favorites. I hope all is well brother. Here's to a mild winter packed with a ton of music.

Bear

MWRatridge replied 29th Sep 2014 - 11 years ago

Bear,
Long time old friend. I'll bet you are embracing Grandparenthood like a champ.
TY for the kind words my man. Respect.
In February I had an accident with my table saw on my left hand. 3 surgeries and 7 months later (with endless practise) I am actually better now than I was before it happened. It scared the crap outa me. Middle finger has a screw now - titanium…so does that make me a legitimate cyborg?
My man, Jesus got me through it.
Peace out.
Mark.

ShortBusMusic 23rd Sep 2014 15:43 - 11 years ago

on PROXIMAL VICINITY zombmix by zombieme

Ahhh, another really solid job. Beautiful wide mix, with great clarity on the instruments. All of them have room to breathe......bass is good and solid as well. Nice use of dynamics at 3:10 to transition into the final segment, and the work you did with the ending as well.

Not a lot to critique on this one. It is a really good mix. You overcame the majority of the "problems" presented with the stems. Terrific effort. Thanks for entering. I hope all is well.

Bear

zombieme replied 23rd Sep 2014 - 11 years ago

hey thanks man, it was a good exercise for me and the fact that you like the mixdown has reaffirmed to me that I'm actually getting quite good at mixing.

I did my usual standard mixdown on this. My own stuff is a lot more minimal and less musical electronica so it's easier to mix. This was quite challenging but it's nice to know that my technique kinda works.

Thanks for the opportunity and the lesson. Z

ShortBusMusic 22nd Sep 2014 15:52 - 11 years ago

on Proximal Vicinity Mix Comp by Livingsoulsdie

Hey Kevin, first let me say thank you for jumping in the competition with both feet. I would have to echo what Orlando and Alex said. Perhaps a bit too much reverb and a focus on the higher end leaves the bottom end a little light for my tastes. Some of the stems in this one had quite a bit of reverb on them (the acoustic guitars), so it is easy to muddy things up with them.

As Orlando stated, it isn't about winning, but about trying something different and seeing what happens. For this to be only your second attempt at mixing and mastering, I would say you did really well. It truly is an artform in itself, and something that all of us struggle with on a daily basis. I think overall you did a good job considering the many challenges this track presented. Well done my friend. I hope all is well.

Bear

ShortBusMusic 21st Sep 2014 15:42 - 11 years ago

on More Kords Ft TMT - Gladiator - Kevin Walsh Remix by Livingsoulsdie

I don't know much about dubstep, but I do know a well constructed, well mixed and well mastered song when I hear one. Dubstep is not easy to mix and master, due to the usual focus on dominating bass and huge dynamics. You managed to focus on each element, allow them plenty of room to breathe, and then put them all together in a marvelous cohesive way.

You flat nailed this one. All of the hours you spent on it truly paid off with a terrific result. Outstanding effort. I hope all is well.

Bear

Livingsoulsdie replied 12th Oct 2014 - 11 years ago

Thanks short bus for listening to the track. I always appreciate your feedback.

ShortBusMusic 19th Sep 2014 07:03 - 11 years ago

on House Full Of Lonely by Twanna1

You are just sooooooo good!!!! Seriously, I cannot for the life of me figure out why your music isn't playing on radios, IPods, IPhones, all over this country. Maybe I should lobby "The Voice" and see if we can't get you on national TV. Your father would be so proud of this one.

This is seriously radio ready. Allen is such a huge talent, but when he jumps in and plays along with your amazing voice....well, it is a bit of auditory magic.

I'm definitely adding this one to my favorites, and I will enjoy again and again here on Looperman.

You, young lady, are incredible. But I think maybe you already knew that. I hope all is well.

Bear

Twanna1 replied 19th Sep 2014 - 11 years ago

I just love you, Bear...You always touch me with what you say! So heartfelt. I pray that you and your lovely wife are both well. It feels so great to reconnect!!

As I told TG in my response to him, I can only say in due season. Believe it or not, I auditioned for The Voice, TWICE. Was turned down both times. That's why I say, in due season. Doors seem be closed around me, but that does not stop me from creating. Music is who I am...who He has designed me to be.

The scripture keeps coming to mind, James 1:4 - But endurance must do its complete work, so that you may be mature and complete, lacking nothing." This is wisdom.

Much love to you both and God bless.

Twanna

ShortBusMusic 19th Sep 2014 03:11 - 11 years ago

on Proximal Vicinity Spivkurl Mix 13B Master B by Spivkurl

Somehow, I knew when I hit the play button this was going to be something quite special, and as always Pat, you did not disappoint. There are many of us who aspire to do great things with the mixing and mastering side of things, and then there are a few like you and Malu who set the standard for the rest of us to follow.

There is just so much space on this one....it seems like the stereo field is endless. I also like the way you were able to bring the bass forward and still allow the rest of the instruments to breathe.

You truly are a master at sound design. Epic effort my friend. Thank you for working on this and for contributing such a great track. I hope all is well.

Bear

Spivkurl replied 11th Oct 2014 - 11 years ago

Bear, you are too kind! I'm just so pleased that the effort I put into this did not go unnoticed! I've rarely done this kind of detail work on full length audio files, and I guess it was worth it. I also was using a few new effects in my chains that I hadn't really tried before, and this helped me get to know what they were good for. To be in a class anywhere near Mahloo is just so cool to me, as he obviously knows what he's doing, so thank you for that! Even with the subtle mistakes, your stems were some of the best audio I have worked with when mixing someone else's song, so that helped a lot. Working with your song really helped bring me back to the mono compatibility school of thought, and that is helping me with my own work. I am loving the plugins which have a mono version included, because when I drop those on a track, it's instantly summed to mono and not just centered. Thank you so much for the comment, running the competition, and the T-shirt!

ShortBusMusic 17th Sep 2014 15:32 - 11 years ago

on Proximal Vicinity by Psychedeletribe

First let me say, welcome to Looperman. Second let me say this is really a nice clean crispy mix. Accenting the highs gives a completely different feel to this one from many of the others. Great use of panning all of the instruments and ending up with a really nice stereo field. The transition into the third movement was nicely done.

There are some really great mixes in this competition and this one ranks right up there with the others. Well done and a big thanks for throwing your hat into the ring. I hope all is well.

Bear

ShortBusMusic 14th Sep 2014 16:04 - 11 years ago

on PROXIMAL VICINITY by strscottT

Well, I think there just may be a new sheriff in town :) Beautiful mix, with a wonderful sound field. Everything is sitting nicely in the mix, exactly where it should be. And you did a great job working with stems that had reverb/delay/compression beforehand. It shows you have some major production skills.

Seriously Joking was able to point out another flaw in the original stems...the guitar that comes in at the 2:25 mark is playing a minor chord when the rest of the instruments are playing a major. That guitar needs to have the 3rd note pitched to mesh with the rest of the instruments or eliminate that note entirely (just another little challenge I tossed in).

As far as the mix and master goes, yours is definitely at the top of the food chaine. Well done. You know your stuff. Thanks for entering and good luck. I hope all is well.

Bear

strscottT replied 17th Sep 2014 - 11 years ago

Thanks short bus... yeah about that gtr, didn't know if I was to fix it?? well I just kinda did it quick, I spent 2 1/2 on it. I think I spent more time trying to get it up on the site.. lol.. :) but it was fun... the people on here really seem like great peeps and been listening to some really nice music.. glad I joined..

ShortBusMusic 9th Sep 2014 23:34 - 11 years ago

on Realm Ft Oceanically by promenade2239

Outstanding keyboard improvisation Alex. This song is just about as chilled as it gets. Great pacing throughout. Loved the mix on it as well. There is a lot of great things going on in this one. One of the best songs I've heard this week.

Stellar work Alex and a song worthy of being a favorite. Thanks for sharing it with all of us. I hope all is well.

Bear

promenade2239 replied 12th Oct 2014 - 11 years ago

hi Bear, sorry for a slow reply on this one. It's so nice to read your very kind comments - thanks a lot! Really glad you enjoyed my playing and the track - more music soon!
Greetings, Alex

ShortBusMusic 9th Sep 2014 23:26 - 11 years ago

on fight the fear by DanGoldstein

Really nice cinematic effort Dan. Great use of percussion to move the track along from one stage to another. There isn't anything to really critique here....the mix is spot on, the composition is solid, and the execution is outstanding.

You really do have a gift for composing great music. Keep it up man, we need more music like yours in this world. Well done. I hope all is well.

Bear

DanGoldstein replied 10th Sep 2014 - 11 years ago

appreciate it very much Bear. all is well. won't let the day job break me and won't give up the dream. I felt I got to a little better place with the percs on this one. your thumbs up on that was a big boost. all the best. Dan

ShortBusMusic 7th Sep 2014 16:12 - 11 years ago

on When You by VickyDan

My friend it is always good to have you return to Looperman, but it is even better when you return with a song. I think normal adjectives fall short trying to describe just how good this is. Ed and Michael are in a league of their own, but when you couple their talents with your immense talent and ability...well, you get something very special indeed.

Sometimes when words fail me, it is best to simply acknowledge by standing and applauding and saying BRAVO!!!

I have downloaded this one to enjoy many more times today. FOr now, I fill my coffee cup, hit the play button again, and let you take me somewhere else. Thanks for the beautiful interlude Dan. I hope life settles down for you, and that the fall is peaceful on your little corner of the world.

Bravo maestro, bravo.

Barry

ShortBusMusic 7th Sep 2014 16:00 - 11 years ago

on Psakoudia by spauly

I don't know anything about the genre, but I do know a well constructed song when I hear one. Because I lack any knowledge of deep house, I cannot give you any tips to improve. However, I do think this one has a chilled vibe that would work well in video or film. It's a great track to plug into the CD player and hit the road with. Really nice job.

Bear

ShortBusMusic 3rd Sep 2014 16:03 - 11 years ago

on Proximal Vicinity By ShortBusMusic EazyBeatz Edit by EazyBeatz

Hey Eazy, great percussion on this one.....really does increase the drama a bunch. I would say it would work really well in a film or television show. Definitely has a current vibe to it. It is always great to hear a remix from a talented person like yourself.

Definitely added to my favorites. Maybe next time I'll do a remix competition with another tune. Outstanding effort my friend. I hope all is well.

Bear

EazyBeatz replied 4th Sep 2014 - 11 years ago

Hi there!!!!!! , I am so relieved and happy that you enjoyed this piece Mr. (ShortBus) , then reading u say that you favorited the track just sent me over the clouds!! thank you for being so kind my friend, and please stay tuned!! -EazyBeatz :)

ShortBusMusic 3rd Sep 2014 15:58 - 11 years ago

on Here I Shall Lay by beerling1970

Hey Steve, I have to mirror the others....this is thoughtful, well planned and even better executed. Absolutely beautiful and something the listener can get lost in. Fantastic work as usual. I hope all is well.

Bear

beerling1970 replied 3rd Sep 2014 - 11 years ago

Bear,
thank you so much for taking the time to listen and comment :)

Steve

ShortBusMusic 3rd Sep 2014 15:50 - 11 years ago

on Modnex - Circus by Modnex

Hey Modnex, very nice!! I would think this one could be playing in any of the clubs in Las Vegas....it is mainstream enough to appeal to the masses, but also different enough to appeal to those that don't conform.

Nice crisp mix on it too. Radio ready I would say. Well done. I hope all is well.

Bear

Modnex replied 3rd Sep 2014 - 11 years ago

Thanks Bear! I agree with you, this does have a mainstream sound to it as well as sound different which is always a good thing. I'm happy you enjoyed this, take care!

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