Great stuff
This sounds very authentic; like its been taken straight out of an old game.
I like how you've used 3/4 timing and made it a nice waltz instead of sticking to 4/4
My only problem is that to me, it doesnt sound like a spacey theme, i'm thinking more underwater or something, but that could just be me.
Either way, it's really good, and it loops extemely well!
Good luck in the contest!
I'll I was sorta operating on the principles that 1.) waltzes have long been associated with space (in particular the Blue Danube) and 2.) old space game music rarely sounded spacey to start with. So, I'll admit it doesn't sound spacey. I see what you mean with the underwater feel though! It sorta has a bubbly sound to it, doesn't it? Would've never thought of that on my own.
It still loops horribly on my computer, so I'll just take everyone else's word that it loops right. Thanks for the review!
A winnar is you!
I think it's clear you put in more effort.
I officially crown you king of the NG elevators and award you ten internets!
:P I think it's clear I put in *too much* effort for a joke XD
Thank you. I'll put those 10 internets in the bank, and see how much interest I earn :D
Strangely Satisfying.
At the start of the song I really didnt know what to expect.
The way it slowly rolls in and the brass section is introduced with a little addition of the timpani led me to believe that it would become an epic fanfare, with lots of bold melodies, almost like the introduction to something.
Instead, what I found was that it actually gives more of a conclusive feeling. A feeling of triumph. It has a certain way of making the audience feel at peace. In my mind it makes me picture the end of a film, where the camera pans across a vast landscape as the screen slowly fades to black.
Whatever your intention, I'd say you've done a great job, and I wish you the best of luck in the contest!
I guess I didn't really have anything in particular in mind when I made this... I just kind od thought "Yep, that sounds good" and built on it. Listener interpretation is always the best way to do things, I think. Thanks for reviewing!
Outstanding.
I've got to say, I think you stand a really good chance in the contest with this piece.
It's always changing and shaping into something new, but flows beautifully.
All the automation you've used really helps to give it sudden surges towards new sections in the arrangement.
You've used a great range of instuments, and further yet, you've shown you know how to apply them in a very skillfull manner.
All in all, I have to say this is probably one of my favorite submissions for the contest so far.
Keep it up, and good luck!
Thanks, tbh though, I think I'd be lucky to snatch 8th, which I'd be completely fine with.
I'm glad you liked this song, I put a lot of work into it, roughly 30 hours spread over the course of a week, in between work and school.
And I'm proud to say I was able to check out your submission to the contest too!
Very Ambient
Theres definitely something mystic about this.
I can imagine it being used in a video game, when you come to a certain town or structure or something. If you know what I mean?
I read the review below, and I agree that theres still some work to be done around the climax.
Personally I'd suggest giving it something to make it slightly more distinctive, so it really pops out at the audience. I know it's quite a subtle and ambient piece, but I just feel as if it needs a little more kick in the climax to really bring everything together.
On the whole though, it's really good!
Good luck in the contest!
Hey, you responded just as I was updating. :) Thanks a lot for the wonderful advice. I'll try to find some subtle ways to spice it all up before the contest deadline. Maybe even adding vocal and such. Thanks so much! :)
Well Damn!
I'm blown away!
I love your use of percussion, and it creates a very strong desert image in my mind.
This could easily be used in a variety of ways, and the mix is just superb. Everythings clear and has its own space, and each intrument sounds very realistic.
The whole thing flows very smoothly. I could listen to this over and over.
Great job, and good luck in the contest!
Hey, thanks for reviewing!
"I'm blown away!"
Cool :D.
"I love your use of percussion, and it creates a very strong desert image in my mind."
To be honest, a desert was the main atmosphere I thought of doing when making this song, hence the addition of a sitar later on in the song. I thought of calling this song 'Desert Warfare' but I thought it wasn't 'epic' enough to be associated with a war, so I settled with Legend.
"This could easily be used in a variety of ways, and the mix is just superb. Everythings clear and has its own space, and each intrument sounds very realistic."
I'm surprised people are liking the mix. I can't mix even if my life depended on it :P. Although I did EQ a little to give some instruments a bit of space.
The real instruments are East/West Symphonic Orchestra Silver. By far the best VST I've ever worked with in my opinion.
"The whole thing flows very smoothly. I could listen to this over and over."
Lol thank you :D.
"Great job, and good luck in the contest!"
Thanks, I appreciate the review!
Great melody
Its got a great melody, and the synth is good, but you've really gotta get in there and add some drums and a bassline.
Other than that, its really good man!
Very good
Its a very spacey tune, so yeah it fits the theme perfectly. lots of different sounds, its kinda trancy without being too repetetive.
Nice work!
Love it
Definitely make it longer, make it a little more progressive and varied, and I'd say you've got an amazing tune there!
Megakill thanks again for taking the time to listen! It really does mean a lot! :)
Hmm..interesting input indeed, adding more progressive elements would definitely take it in a new direction. The reason I restrained originally was because I wanted it to be progressive, while simultaneously organic, if that makes any sense ;)
Thanks again! Stay tuned for the longer version :)
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Game Boy Space Waltz