The body of the track is really good. I like your arrangement, uncomplicated groove and the synth. The mix is unorthodox but works really well for me. Sub has good kick, the coming in and out of the shakers is a welcome yet subtle change to keep the track (and your arrangement) interesting.
Definitely a track one does not forget easily because of the spooky melody and its minimalism.
As for improvement suggestions: This probably comes all down to taste, but I would love for the drum breaks to be supported by a lead or something else coming in. If you see the track as it is like a cake, it's just the cherry on top. Doesn't matter what: A werewolf sample, another characteristic lead line going in and out, just something to spice up these parts a bit more later in the track and to change things up a little from the first verse and chorus.
Then again, if this is made for rap vocals, it's probably perfect the way it is! A solid beat to make a very special track to.
Other than that you should really participate in #sml or #beatbattle if you aren't already. Your sound would be a great addition to the gang.
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thanks a lot for your feedback. Yes I agree, I tried a few lead lines but just couldn't get the right sound or melody without losing the spooky feel to the track. Yea, it is intended for a rap to go over it. I've found in the past when I made a track with too many melodies going on at once, it worked great as an instrumental standalone but as a rap track it became a bit muddle.
@paradigmprospect:
Excellent feedback! Thanks a mil for popping in and giving your comment, very much appreciated my friend. :-) Now, everyone take note here... This IS what this contest is all about.
I could not have said it better. And well... I can't add my 0.02 into the mix LOL
I just love hanging out with musicians and other nerds of my wavelength <3
This challenge is an inspiring idea to help elevate all participants.
You know, those damn blind spots for my own music... I tend to get closest to them analyzing other people's tracks and going "Wait. I do that all the time as well. Check!"
Right on, same here. And you are right, we all have those spots! LMAO :-D When listening in on others songs, I try to pick up a few good habits and get rid of my bad ones LOL.
Just saw you entered this for #sml, awesome!
good luck dude
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