Score: 10

"WOW!"

submission: The Survivor [Orch.]

date: October 24, 2009

Just wow! I must apologize for not reviewing any of your stuff in while, I've been pretty busy with my own album release. And I have to say... the difference between this song, and your first orchestral-esque piece is dramatic... You have improved TREMENDOUSLY both in production quality and in song writing.

Seriously, when those strings came in at 2:52... That was one of the most moving moments in music which I have ever heard. The whole song really paints a really powerful story. Of conflict and self-reflection, and at the end, finally coming to peace and realizing that life goes on. Your song is a rarity in just how well it creates a living, breathing picture. It is EXTRAORDINARILY dynamic and inspiring!

I must say, excellent work. Keep it up, and I hope that my new songs can aspire to be as good as this!

~Sycross

Score: 10

"Wow!"

submission: Last Promise (Kinen Menu)

date: May 9, 2009

Hey, sorry I haven't had much time to listen to some of your new songs, but I have to say, your music is improving A LOT.

At this rate you are going to be an unstoppable composer in no time! Please keep me updated with more PMs.

~Sycross

P.S. - is this real recorded piano?

Score: 10

"Great!"

submission: - When the Smoke Clears -

date: January 6, 2009

Not much left to say about this song, the other reviews pretty much covered everything I would have mentioned.

I love the panning and subtle layering a lot. The piano sounded exceptionally good (what synth are you using for that?). Sounded like you painstakingly entered in slightly different velocities for every note, giving it an authentic feel.

I also especially like the drums in this song.... They don't quite fit prefectly, which I think was intentional, because it adds some "off-beatedness" to the song.

Anyhow, I'm happy to report that I brought your song's score to exactly 4.00. :)

Hate to ask you of this, but I was wondering if you might be interested in checking out some of my songs also. It seems to me that you might really like "Forsaken" (my latest song), and I could always do with some more opinions.

Thanks,
Sycross

Score: 10

"Great!"

submission: - Dungeon of Deceit -

date: December 30, 2008

Hey, sorry I didn't get to this till now. I read your PM and then forgot about it... :P.

but anyhow, I think this is a great song! Very atmospheric and often subtle with the instrumental layering. I personally would've like to see a more intense climax, but that's just a matter of a composer's preference.

I agree that the software sounds great! It's very realistic, I may need to upgrade my own software some time...

The only complaint I have about the song is that in the beginning that high percussion note doesn't really fit in too well. Although it's percussion, it has a tonal quality, and keeping the note its playing constant wasn't really fitting with the chord progression, and it was kind of diverting the mood that you were trying to create.

Other than that, great work! I don't mind the PM at all, in fact, I appreciate artists letting me know when they release new works!

~Sycross

Score: 10

"Lol."

submission: Lucid Dreaming (WiP 2)

date: December 14, 2008

The title caught my attention instantly.

I learned about LDing years ago and have been ardently trying to get them since then. It's nice to see that other NG people are interested in it too.

About the song:
It's great! I love the change at 1:22... it works and flows well.
Looking forward to the finished version.

~Sycross

Score: 10

"Great!"

submission: _-={Day of War}=-_

date: November 15, 2008

Hey, I really like this song, but I'm mostly writing this review to ask you a question:

What is the "woosh" noise at 0:24-0:25? it sounds almost like a cymbal, but not quite... Anyway, its used in a lot of orchestal pieces, and I'd like to start using it in mine. Unfortunately I don't know what it's called. If you could respond with an answer that would be great.

Thanks,
~Sycross

Score: 8

"good"

submission: Late Night Awakening [SMD]

date: November 15, 2008

You wanted a review, so here goes:

Some Cons:
-The percussion sounds out of tune with the rest of the song, and kinda creates an unpleasant dissonance.
-Might want to take another look at some of your transitions. They are ok right now, but could use some buildup leading into them.

Pros:
-Enough variation to make non-repetitive.
-Good, rich sound.

Overall:
8/10, 4/5, Great song, just work on the things I stated.

Look forward to more from you,
~Sycross

Score: 10

"Shoot..."

submission: To Be Continued

date: November 13, 2008

Accidentally clicked "0" when I voted... and feel pretty bad about it. This deserves a 5. Normally I write longer, reviews, but this is just to inform you of my error.

~Sycross

Score: 9

"Great!"

submission: Twilight Symphony

date: November 13, 2008

Much better than your DnB (read my other review). Melody is definitely present. The transition at 1:04 is a bit spontaneous... perhaps you could try building up tension before going into the faster part? Also, the post1:04 part sounds remarkably happier than pre1:04... just add a better transition and your song will be MUCH better.

Other than that I don't have many criticisms... in general, the song flows well and is nicely layered. You make good use of a variety of instruments. Song is also very natural-sounding, especially the beginning strings... Really, some moving stuff you have going here :). Bird sounds and SFX are always awesome, too.

~Sycross

Score: 8

"Yea."

submission: No Tommorow

date: November 13, 2008

The reviews you've gotten so far haven't been very good at all...

I read kirbyrocks's review and it was the worst thing I've ever seen. You can't judge a song based on... "Oh... I'm bored of DnB right now... maybe if I had listened to this a year earlier it would be good." The fact is, even if you don't LIKE a song, that is nothing to attest to its quality.

Overall, I think your song deserves a much better score... At least a 3.0+... Seriously.

This is not to say that you song is amazing... there are definitely areas where you can improve, but I thought I'd say some positive words, considering that your song has such a low score.

Now to the Analysis:
-Throughout the song (most notable in the beginning), it feels like the song is missing a melody. I was expecting and hoping for some track to just come out and take the lead part, but that didn't really come until 0:57-ish... A good melody is crucial to a song, and in the beginning is kind of just hammering notes of a chord (that's not necessarily bad for DnB, but I think that you could improve your climaxes with melody.)
-Good effects, layering, etc.
-Transition at 1:28 to new chord progression could use some work, but it works as it is now.
-As BCPARK stated, some repetition might help (instead of just ending up somewhere totally different than the start). I think that this would work well if you continued the song into a repeat of the main chorus. (Not really necessary though...)

Yep. 8/10, 4/5... My Vote = (+ 0.12). You're welcome.

~Sycross