Irish-Soul's audio Reviews on Newgrounds

[Ambient Step]

OK, so before I start this review I would like to say that I'm not perfect with my music either. I have some knowledge with music and can't implement it (Due to the fact that I'm using garageband). I really can't wait to see you grow as a song artist.
[-] Suggestions [-]
- Always start with a bass line, chord progression and melody. Once you have those you are ready to create a song. For most dubstep works, it is 4/4 time with 4 chords. Almost always minor unless you are creating melodic dubstep. But I wouldn't worry about that now.
- A good reminder to have is to always have multiple layers of music going on. I have broken this rule myself, but I have recovered from it, and will follow this rule in the future.
- Always have a kick and a (bass?) drum. I noticed you were toying with drum patterns, but they must have at minimum a melody on top of them.
- As I was saying with the drum patterns, what creates a "drop" is actually Moving from the V (Five) chord to the I (one) chord. That is when you use the crazy drum patterns and go wild.
- [Side tip] If you don't want to create actual chords with notes, you can "Cheat" by using an arpeggiator. It is a synth(Ish?) that moves the scale. But I warn you that it only does certain chords. So proceed with caution.
- When creating a chord progression and a melody, it is ok to have some dissonance, as long as you go back to the I chord with no dissonance.
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I am currently working on a song that will have a d minor chord, a minor, g minor then an e (Diminished?) chord. I hope it is certainly better than any songs I put out.

[-] Your actual song [-]
- The song was pretty slow to start.
- I personally wished that in the beginning you made the drums quieter so we could hear the melody.
- I also wasn't a big fan of the synth used. It seemed like the pitch bend was too much, to the extreme point in which it came out wrong.
- I also wouldn't have called it dubstep.

[-] Overall thoughts [-]

I hope this helped. I can't wait to see you grow as a song artist. I also understand that I am certainly not perfect with my songs either. Good luck for any of your future songs! :)

GeometryDashBrad responds:

Thanks, this is my first full review! I agree since I'm not great, but this is still my best. I would call it dubstep, but that doesn't really matter because what it needs is a subbass, 140 bpm, and half-stepped drums. (Been doing my research) I suck at mixing, so that's a problem XD. But anyway, I agree with most of that as I'm still experimenting. Good luck on your music, I'll go check it out!

[New Game [Melodic EDM]]

I love it! This is put together so well. You have mastered the pads. You always have this professional tint to your music that I think many modern EDM song artists have lost. I can't believe that you produce songs weekly still keeping such (For lack of a better word). I think I may be one of the only people that recognizes your little tint that let's me know that this is your music; your bending of pitches. It is flawless and hard to master. Keep making the music. I have told so many people about your music too. 5/5 as always.

P.S. When will you think about adding another album on iTunes? I became a fan extremely late (My first song by you I herd was energy) So I don't know the songs on your albums as much. I still love them, but hearing some new songs by you that I recognize would be awesome!

[Secrets of Wysteria]

I played the ending backwards and I literally shit brix. It was more creepy than the song. Very clever song.

[Level Five [Final Boss]]

NO! THIS CANNOT BE THE FINAL ONE!!! PLEASE WE NEED MORE OF THIS THEME!!!

DJStriden responds:

Lvl six 2066 confirmed.

[Starlit]

Woah why aren't you scouted yet. I was just on it!

JayBunny responds:

I was scouted, but banned. Read my latest news post.

[EnNinja - Sound of Drop]

At first I was like completely disappointed until I saw that it was melodic dubstep. In which case this is perfect! (The name threw me off) 5/5

EnNinja responds:

Good to hear :3

[Endless Serenity]

Very good use of pads and the synths! Drums were a bit quiet but that is okay because it is melodic edm. I hate to say this because it isn't a justified statement, but it doesn't have that wow factor for a 5/5. So overall, 4/5

Mekkatech responds:

Thanks :) Glad you like it

[Solace [Melodic EDM]]

Dude! You have mastered pads! It is amazing how much music you put out there. I remember you were talking about a patreon in one of your youtube videos. I think you should! Maybe even make music tutorials if you donate a set amount! I don't know. I think you should do something 'cause this music rocks. 5/5

[We Wish You A Merry Star Wars]

GIVE THAT MAN A FREE SEAT AT THE STAR WARS MOVIE!!!

sorohanro responds:

Actually I got a free seat because of my silly music projects. I had to make them live at the Star Wars premiere.
Thanks for review.

[Cosmic Fire]

Woah! I really like this theme! I am a newbie at making songs. So I would love to ask what chord progression this is. But I love this song. Really!

DanJohansen responds:

Glad you enjoyed it that much, thanks a million for the kind words! I am not really the one to ask for composing details, when I work with music I just step into a creative world where whatever comes to mind is what I make, I don't really think in theoretical terms etc.