What a great track. Really excellent work. It feels very balanced. To my ears, everything sounds just right. Its a beautiful song, with lovely vocals and great music. Congratulations, my friend Juan.
You're the one to blame for the improved mix and mastering, hahaha, I would have left it as it was, hahaha.
I think I've managed to achieve some of what you were suggesting, opening up the sounds a bit more with the mix and, of course, mastering, which I didn't know how to do. My eyes hurt from watching tutorials to learn.
Since I think you also use Reaper, if you ever want to tinker with it, modify something, or add your own voice so it's not AI, I'll send you the complete project, with all the free VSTs I used.
Cheers and thanks for your advice, Juan Carlos.
P.S.
I'm really looking forward to the Urban Stories album release.
Rita, what a voice! A wonderful song. With a voice like yours, everything becomes beautiful no matter what! I honestly dont have the words to express my admiration for your fantastic voice and for the song itself. And your lyrics on this track are unique as well.
I listen to your tracks regularly, and you always impress me. Warm greetings from Italy and the LINEAR FADE Band.
This is a lovely way to start the day.
Thank you for your beautiful compliment.
It is difficult among the real singers here on LM with perfect voices and high notes.
With my severe asthma, I can't do that.
So I am always happy when someone likes my voice and my songs.
Have a nice day
Beautiful track. I dont know how the original version sounded, but it definitely had the potential to become a wonderful songand thats exactly what happened. Emmanuella is amazing. Everything feels balanced: the instruments, the vocals, the atmosphere. Well done to all of you!
Thanks man, the original did not sound like this as im not experienced enough to understand highs and lows yet but i will eventually.
Manuela and true sister done an incredible job and it just shows you with a bit of experience the right folk and equipment beautiful music can prevail.
thanks for the listen and comment they are much appreciated just away to check out your latest one :)
Yes, its very enjoyable. It truly feels like a song that takes you back yearseven decades. Amazing vocals, a good mix, and a cheerful, danceable track. Well done! You dressed the vocals beautifully and used the effects with great restraint and taste. Chris
Thank you, Chris! Really appreciate that....I wanted the track to carry that timeless, cheerful energy, so hearing it feels like it takes you back is the best compliment. Glad the vocals and mix came across with taste and restraint, that balance was important to me. Knowing its danceable and enjoyable makes all the effort worthwhile!
Enough respect!!
Sayam, speaking from a producers perspective, Im not too focused on the video right now. What stands out is that, although this is a nice folk-inspired track with trap and trance elements, the sound still needs significant improvement. The mix feels overcrowdedtheres too much happening at once, and each element needs its own space.
Mixing is a complex process, but its the foundation of the entire track. Some of the vocals need tuning, and a few instruments could be better aligned with the key. More importantly, the mix needs balance and clarity. This isnt about working longerits about working with a clear mind and intention. You have to build the track like a recipe, giving each element exactly what it needsno more, no less.
From a production standpoint, Id bring the vocals forward without hesitation, and also push the drums more upfront to give the track energy. Keep pads, synths, and keyboards further back, but still present and purposeful. The bass should sit in the center and properly fill the low end. Then shape the space carefully using reverb, stereo width, panning, and delayalways with subtlety.
Thats how the track will gain identity, character, proper dynamics, and the brightness it needs. As for the videosure, go for it. Make something great and let us see it.
Sure bro, thanks again for the detailed feedback. I will make the changes you have mentioned and upload again with more focus on mixing and mastering. I love your tracks btw.
Sayam, really nice mixing elements here. There are quite complex things going on, which is very impressive. It might be a bit more than I personally prefer, but overall the result is very good. The different guitar riffs are especially interesting.
However, I think youve over-compressed the track. Important elements like the guitars are sitting too far backtry bringing them forward. The drums feel a bit flat and could use more character and life. Since theres no clear lead vocal, let the vocals blend more naturally within the instruments, and give the mix more space so everything can sit properly and breathe with better balance.
If you move on to mastering, go for more surgical adjustments with EQ and compression. Definitely run it through some saturation, and finally use a limiterbut be careful not to overdo it. In FL Studio, you have exactly the plugins you need for a great production. Youll end up with a very different track from what it is now.
Best regards,
Chris -(LINEAR FADE PROJECT)
Thank you so much for the detailed feedback LINEARFADE! I will do these changes and upload again for sure. I will focus more on mixing and mastering as you have mentioned.
Wow! Incredible track. Always unique, just like many of your works the blend of all the elements is outstanding. The vocals, are amazing; they fit the piece as if they were made for it. Great job, my friend a truly impressive result!
thanks for checking some of my back pieces, i was extremely fortunate to have built a good friendship with Manuela, and it gave me access to work directly with her and her studio and her being a pro vocalist with 20 years in the business, the help she has provided me with my voice has been valuable.
you mention in your reply to me your music may seem a little outdated to some, dont ever think like that my friend, music just becomes refined thats all, i dont comment on any track if i dont like it, i would n't offend for the sake, either, i tend to comment if i believe a track is worth it, and your work has been worth it, hence my comments and positives, another plus in our community bro, we inspire each other as we all grow
YES!!!! NOW I CAN SAY THAT YOUVE MADE AN AMAZING TRACK! The timing is almost perfect. Its a shame I cant send a photo! We cant stop dancing here in the studio. Stay well, my friend! Incredible rhythm and an awesome track!
Haha, I appreciate that energy! Knowing youre dancing in the studio makes all the late-night tweaks worth it. I did what I could in the moment and tried to keep the vocals realistic and soulful instead of stretching them too far, so the vibe stays authentic.
Grateful for your first feedback too, because that pushed me to revise and polish the timing. Right now the tracks solid enough to work as a demo, and seeing it get people moving is the best proof. Enough respect, my friend and careful, I dont want to be responsible for a funk-related injury report at your studio...haha!!
Hello Chris, my friend I appreciate the listen and comments....Im just a guy who loves music of all kinds.....not a true player like so many others but I play out my feelings on the guitar the best that I can and hope it comes out that way.....there are some excellent musicians on LM like your players that definitely show great skills and its a pleasure listening to them, I look forward to more of your incredible work as well....again thank you friend.
So, youre really strong in the kind of music you make. This is another fantastic track, with an amazing groove, so many layers of instruments, and an incredibly strong bass linehonestly, what can I say?
You could easily send this to the radio and have it played everywhere. Regards, Chris
Good evening. The bass line is very nice, and the vocals are really good. Overall, its a very nice track with solid production.
Where I might be mistaken is the following: from 0:18 to 0:30, and occasionally a bit later as well, it feels like theres a slight timing misalignment in the tempo and beats between the vocals, bass, and drums.
I could be wrong, but Im listening in a studio environment and generally trust what Im hearing.
Thats the only note I have, if it actually applies. Otherwise, the track is very enjoyable and definitely gives you the urge to dance when you hear it.
Hey Chris, I appreciate you taking the time to listen and share your honest feedback. I agree that some parts have timing issues, and I considered chopping the vocals and rearranging the song, but then I thought it might just be the singers unconventional style. I wasnt sure if it was intentional or if it needed realignment, so I went with the lazy option. Now that youve pointed it out, I guess I wasnt imagining things, and I might work on a revised version to share.
Thanks again, man.
Good morning. Your track is amazing. The vocals, the performance, the productioneverything is perfect! Very cinematic, truly an impressive production. Congratulations. Chris
It feels cinematic, like a soundtrack from a film. It evokes a range of emotions in me, from melancholy to anticipation. The slightly tango-like rhythm makes it more interesting and adds a nostalgic touch to the composition. The sound is good, although I think the strings are a bit compressed. Id especially prefer them to be softer and not so forward in the mix. Id give more body to the low strings in the background, along with the piano, which is a bit faint. Id also push back the viola or celloI cant quite tell which. The violin definitely needs some EQ adjustment and should sit just slightly in front of the others. Thats it from a technical standpoint. The composition and the overall concept are really nice Regards, Chris
Hi Chris,
Thanks for your comment and listen they are much appreciated i will try and implement the changes you have suggested to the best of my ability which at the moment is far from a finished article :)
Very serious production. Amazing mix and, from what I can hear, a very well-balanced master. The vocals are great and the effects are beautifully done and spot-on. Nothing feels unnecessary, my friend Dan. Wonderful track! Regards, Chris
Look, Ben, because I dont really listen to this particular genre of music, Im probably not the most suitable person to give a fully accurate opinion. However, its a track with a distinctive style. I really like the vocals and the vocal effects you usedthe groove is great, the bass is very solid, and the drums are tight and well put together. The changes and effects give the track a strong mood, which I enjoyed a lot. Overall, the production is very good. The sound quality is good as wellmaybe its even ideal for this genre, Im not entirely sure. Regards, Chris.
What software do you use for mixing and mastering?
Your sound is really interesting, Im curious about your workflow. That way I can help you improve your sound a bit more, without you having to get overwhelmed trying to figure everything out on your own.
Saluti, Chris
I use Reaper. I create each track with the different instruments and adjust their volumes as I go. In this case, for example, the drums have no effects. What I did was create two identical percussion tracks with different sounds for kick, hi-hat, snare, etc. - very similar but distinct - and I tilted one track more towards the right channel and the other towards the left. This way, I had a more open percussion sound.
The vocals are completely untouched, just as the AI generated them with a slight reverb.
And the rest of the tracks - bass, violins, synths, etc. - only have their volume and panning adjusted, nothing else. Since using equalizers, reverb, delay, etc. was too complex for me, I found a VST called "Neutron 5 Elements by Izotope" which seemed simpler. By simply indicating the type of instrument playing on the track, it presets some parameters, making it easy to open up the stereo effect, apply dynamics, and so on. But I've realized that's not the solution. If I want it to sound good, I have to use specific effects for each element. This track hasn't been mastered at all. When it sounded good to me, I just rendered it to WAV and MP3, and that was it.
To learn how to master, I've downloaded Limited Z as a limiter, Youlean Loudness Meter to adjust the LUFS, and I'm undecided between two spectrum analyzers (Spectrum Analyzer and FreqAnalyst by Blue Cat). I'm also planning to use TDR Nova for equalization.
Seriously, don't waste your time with me. If I can't understand things by watching YouTube videos, I'm certainly not going to understand them this way, haha. Just your intention alone makes me feel like I'm on cloud nine, that artists like you dedicate your time to amateurs like me.
Thank you so much, Chris, really. I'll learn little by little. Besides, I take care of many very old animals (between 10 and 15 years old) that take up almost all my time. Each day I have a little time to see what's been uploaded here (I've become addicted to listening to all of you) and then watch YouTube videos to learn.
I revisited your track and it really stands out. Great job definitely worth pushing further.This track has strong hit potential.
The vocal performance is captivating, and the atmosphere is beautifully crafted for the genre. Theres a clear artistic identity here. With a refined mix and a polished master, this could easily stand alongside high-level releases. Great work this definitely deserves further development and exposure. The track has a solid foundation and strong emotional delivery. To elevate it further, the mix could benefit from more clarity and balance especially in the midrange and vocal presence. A tighter low end and more controlled dynamics would help. With proper mastering (EQ, compression, stereo image), it can reach a very professional level.
Thank you so much for your interest, I'm flattered.
The vocals are nothing special; I used AI because if I sang them myself, I know people would have nightmares for weeks, haha. With the help of ChatGPT, I adapted the lyrics I had in mind into English (I don't speak English) to make them sound good using different words.
Once I had the lyrics, I went to Suno.
I told the AI: "An a cappella female voice for a chill house track. The chord progression is B-Ebm-Db-G#m, tempo 120 BPM, each chord lasts 8 bars. A soft, ethereal, and sweet female voice with a warm and emotive tone. The performance is intimate and expressive, with whispered textures and clear pronunciation. Avoid excessive vibrato or an aggressive performance. Maintain a soft, calm, and hypnotic tone."
I also explained the song's structure to him and how he should interpret each part of it.
After several attempts, we came up with something I liked.
Its the kind of music I love. Youve done an amazing job here. Incredible spacey sound, beautiful pads, really nice vocals, and a fantastic guitar and composition. Everything is measured and well-balanced. Well done.
Fantastic track. The guitar and keyboards are beautiful, the vocals everything is very nicely done. The bass and drums are strong elements. Well doneI really liked it.
Id suggest giving a bit more space to the guitar and keyboards so they dont have to push forward in the mix. Maybe lower the vocals slightly and balance the strings.
Best regards,
Chris
thankyou Chris, now you introduce yourself, I feel i can use your name now lol, your experience and feedback are welcomed, I'm still really learning the best ways I was a complete novice 6 years ago a looper, its only the last few years I started doing more myself and started to invest in kit a better interface and mic. I have a dedicated air button to bring the vox forward, but the vox were recorded loud i could take a few db off lol, it was my first go with it all, with tweaks I'll improve the levels but I created a loud artist, now i can't shed him lol, thanks your time its appreciated
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You're the one to blame for the improved mix and mastering, hahaha, I would have left it as it was, hahaha.
I think I've managed to achieve some of what you were suggesting, opening up the sounds a bit more with the mix and, of course, mastering, which I didn't know how to do. My eyes hurt from watching tutorials to learn.
Since I think you also use Reaper, if you ever want to tinker with it, modify something, or add your own voice so it's not AI, I'll send you the complete project, with all the free VSTs I used.
Cheers and thanks for your advice, Juan Carlos.
P.S.
I'm really looking forward to the Urban Stories album release.
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I listen to your tracks regularly, and you always impress me. Warm greetings from Italy and the LINEAR FADE Band.
Thank you for your beautiful compliment.
It is difficult among the real singers here on LM with perfect voices and high notes.
With my severe asthma, I can't do that.
So I am always happy when someone likes my voice and my songs.
Have a nice day
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Best regards,
Linear Fade.
Manuela and true sister done an incredible job and it just shows you with a bit of experience the right folk and equipment beautiful music can prevail.
thanks for the listen and comment they are much appreciated just away to check out your latest one :)
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Enough respect!!
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Mixing is a complex process, but its the foundation of the entire track. Some of the vocals need tuning, and a few instruments could be better aligned with the key. More importantly, the mix needs balance and clarity. This isnt about working longerits about working with a clear mind and intention. You have to build the track like a recipe, giving each element exactly what it needsno more, no less.
From a production standpoint, Id bring the vocals forward without hesitation, and also push the drums more upfront to give the track energy. Keep pads, synths, and keyboards further back, but still present and purposeful. The bass should sit in the center and properly fill the low end. Then shape the space carefully using reverb, stereo width, panning, and delayalways with subtlety.
Thats how the track will gain identity, character, proper dynamics, and the brightness it needs. As for the videosure, go for it. Make something great and let us see it.
All the best,
Chris
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Danke
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However, I think youve over-compressed the track. Important elements like the guitars are sitting too far backtry bringing them forward. The drums feel a bit flat and could use more character and life. Since theres no clear lead vocal, let the vocals blend more naturally within the instruments, and give the mix more space so everything can sit properly and breathe with better balance.
If you move on to mastering, go for more surgical adjustments with EQ and compression. Definitely run it through some saturation, and finally use a limiterbut be careful not to overdo it. In FL Studio, you have exactly the plugins you need for a great production. Youll end up with a very different track from what it is now.
Best regards,
Chris -(LINEAR FADE PROJECT)
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you mention in your reply to me your music may seem a little outdated to some, dont ever think like that my friend, music just becomes refined thats all, i dont comment on any track if i dont like it, i would n't offend for the sake, either, i tend to comment if i believe a track is worth it, and your work has been worth it, hence my comments and positives, another plus in our community bro, we inspire each other as we all grow
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Grateful for your first feedback too, because that pushed me to revise and polish the timing. Right now the tracks solid enough to work as a demo, and seeing it get people moving is the best proof. Enough respect, my friend and careful, I dont want to be responsible for a funk-related injury report at your studio...haha!!
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Well done! Chris
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You could easily send this to the radio and have it played everywhere. Regards, Chris
Peace,
Mark
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Well done!
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Where I might be mistaken is the following: from 0:18 to 0:30, and occasionally a bit later as well, it feels like theres a slight timing misalignment in the tempo and beats between the vocals, bass, and drums.
I could be wrong, but Im listening in a studio environment and generally trust what Im hearing.
Thats the only note I have, if it actually applies. Otherwise, the track is very enjoyable and definitely gives you the urge to dance when you hear it.
Best regards,
Chris
Thanks again, man.
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Thanks for your comment and listen they are much appreciated i will try and implement the changes you have suggested to the best of my ability which at the moment is far from a finished article :)
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Your sound is really interesting, Im curious about your workflow. That way I can help you improve your sound a bit more, without you having to get overwhelmed trying to figure everything out on your own.
Saluti, Chris
The vocals are completely untouched, just as the AI generated them with a slight reverb.
And the rest of the tracks - bass, violins, synths, etc. - only have their volume and panning adjusted, nothing else. Since using equalizers, reverb, delay, etc. was too complex for me, I found a VST called "Neutron 5 Elements by Izotope" which seemed simpler. By simply indicating the type of instrument playing on the track, it presets some parameters, making it easy to open up the stereo effect, apply dynamics, and so on. But I've realized that's not the solution. If I want it to sound good, I have to use specific effects for each element. This track hasn't been mastered at all. When it sounded good to me, I just rendered it to WAV and MP3, and that was it.
To learn how to master, I've downloaded Limited Z as a limiter, Youlean Loudness Meter to adjust the LUFS, and I'm undecided between two spectrum analyzers (Spectrum Analyzer and FreqAnalyst by Blue Cat). I'm also planning to use TDR Nova for equalization.
Seriously, don't waste your time with me. If I can't understand things by watching YouTube videos, I'm certainly not going to understand them this way, haha. Just your intention alone makes me feel like I'm on cloud nine, that artists like you dedicate your time to amateurs like me.
Thank you so much, Chris, really. I'll learn little by little. Besides, I take care of many very old animals (between 10 and 15 years old) that take up almost all my time. Each day I have a little time to see what's been uploaded here (I've become addicted to listening to all of you) and then watch YouTube videos to learn.
Best regards, Juan Carlos
on Breathing In The Light by juankar
The vocal performance is captivating, and the atmosphere is beautifully crafted for the genre. Theres a clear artistic identity here. With a refined mix and a polished master, this could easily stand alongside high-level releases. Great work this definitely deserves further development and exposure. The track has a solid foundation and strong emotional delivery. To elevate it further, the mix could benefit from more clarity and balance especially in the midrange and vocal presence. A tighter low end and more controlled dynamics would help. With proper mastering (EQ, compression, stereo image), it can reach a very professional level.
Thank you so much for your interest, I'm flattered.
The vocals are nothing special; I used AI because if I sang them myself, I know people would have nightmares for weeks, haha. With the help of ChatGPT, I adapted the lyrics I had in mind into English (I don't speak English) to make them sound good using different words.
Once I had the lyrics, I went to Suno.
I told the AI: "An a cappella female voice for a chill house track. The chord progression is B-Ebm-Db-G#m, tempo 120 BPM, each chord lasts 8 bars. A soft, ethereal, and sweet female voice with a warm and emotive tone. The performance is intimate and expressive, with whispered textures and clear pronunciation. Avoid excessive vibrato or an aggressive performance. Maintain a soft, calm, and hypnotic tone."
I also explained the song's structure to him and how he should interpret each part of it.
After several attempts, we came up with something I liked.
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Id suggest giving a bit more space to the guitar and keyboards so they dont have to push forward in the mix. Maybe lower the vocals slightly and balance the strings.
Best regards,
Chris