TheWisestMagi's audio Reviews on Newgrounds

[Here You Lay {=MMD=}]

A bit morbid in my first impression...

So far what I get from the songs lyrics is actually quite depressing and I'm kind of surprised to hear it =/ however, I think I know what is going on in your mind because I have thought about it before...not saying I'm depressed or something or that you are, but kind of...I don't know...you thought of "IT"..you know what 'it' is, and I can't put it into words either. Although you seemed to have done a pretty admiral job of it here =).

Vocals rock in this song man, maybe you got better at the camp somehow, I don't know, maybe you just haven't had the time to second guess yourself.

Drum syncing as you read was off at a few points...but mainly I think the drums in "Verse 2" could have been done in some other way, because they seem to have started to build energy when they come in, but then they just kind of slow the songs energy down for the remaining 3 lines of soli.

Cool vocal effects...
I also would have liked to hear that accoustic at the end with the piano...reoccuring themes bring back that first impression you strived so hard to show us...or a completely contradicting ending...seem to have the greatest effects...but thats my opinion.

Good song man...I didn't know I could find you on iLike by the way, I'll put you on mine now, since thats my favorite application.

~Bobs

[\\\Falling In Love [Demo]///]

Cool

Cool man, just be sure to put more intensifying parts when you put dramatic pauses in your music, it makes them more worthwhile...you can't just come back with that exact same beat =P.

Beginning is the best, very creative, Unlike what other people said I liked the song even after 1:30, although It seemed to lack a certain texture, maybe a quick lead synth of some sorth to provide a stronger, ever changning melody so the song doesn't become repetitive.

However, once again, that pause at the end REALLY needs something, it just sounds awkward otherwise, give me a nice build with a crazy intense spree of melodies to end it out, not the same thing as just before =P.

Overall I liked your synth work, just need to work on a few things...
... just looked at your description...the lyrics might provide that melody I was talking about =).
Anway, give me something more interesting drum-wise too =), it was creative for a while then turned into Kick-andcymbals 16th notes and snarekick, repeat.
See you skipped the "rinse, lather" in "Rinse, Lather, Repeat". ;P.

Goodluck, tell me when the lyrical version comes,
Bobs

[_-={Everlasting Times}=-_]

Oh my God.

You were not kidding in the SOS email. Let me just tell you I had an auditory orgasm when this song started.

No words to describe how much I love every part of this song, oh my God, send me a dream with it why dont you! This is the closest I have been to pure bliss in a while Selcuk, and for me lately, thats alot...

Wow I so wish I was in the closest thing to paradise on earth now....someone come sip an exotic drink on the beach with me, then we can just fall right asleep under the shade...

and the instrumentation in this song! My goodness! You must spend a great deal of your composing time on finding the right intrumentation, because I remember that is the part I hated...It's just like "SOUND LIKE WHAT IT SOUNDS LIKE IN MY HEAD DANGIT!" frustration. For me at least..your probably beyond the bulk of that...
These instruments are just so uniquely blended...ahhhhhh

In short:
pure natural relaxion
pure innovation
pure genious Selcuk...pure genious

With (not gay) Love (for this song...ok admitedly for your existence too),
Bobs

[-+[Scarborough Fair]+-]

Standing Ovation

Haha, Sorry I haven't communicated much lately, and after hearing some of you and LadyArsenics new stuff I am very remorseful.

This is grade A, I mean I have been listening to alot of professional classical pieces in the little spare time I've had in preperation for the college transition next year, and this ranks up there with them. It sounds so professional, and is still so peaceful and somehow unpredictly catching. Er I guess thats how I'd describe it, it's like I want to sing along, but I can't because its too complex.

I'm going to go look at some more of your new submissions now. I wonder if you remember me? I can't tell how long it's been anymore..I lost track of time.

Sincerely,
Bobs (yes, with an "s" ;P)

MaestroRage responds:

Well hello there! I don't know you at all, but Ragey says he remembers you quite well and is fond of you. Anyway, thank you so much for what you have to say! I'm so glad you think my work sounds professional! That really is a breath of fresh air compared to what I've had to work there in the beginning. ='3 Your beloved little Lady is growing up! <3 Anyway, thanks again for your work, and thanks for listening!
With love,
LadyArsenic <3

[Quandary]

You'll have a top 5 sometime.

I have a way of telling. Your obviously skillsful and have a knack for catchy themes, although this is clearly a test, I like the bass (drum) work in the beginning. Although the cymbal is kinda obnoxiously sticking out on my computer at least.

Just keep producing =), this is all I've heard from you so far, but I like it's feel.

Goodluck with your ideas!
~TheWisestMagi~

New-Milkman responds:

Thanks man, I've been working on new stuff for a while (this was made in May, I believe). I've taken most of the summer off of producing "full" songs to learn new parts of audio production.

[_-={Adventurer's Spirit}=-_]

Haha, a bit short though.

This is a bit short..as I stated, but sometimes I like to be redundant. sometimes I like to restate things ;P (that was intentionally on purpose).

ANYWAY, the song still gets the point across, and I hear some sort of new asian sounding stringed instrument..I swear I heard this intrument in a yo-yo ma ensemble =).
Well i don't think this is your greatest works to date..but I do like some of the newish concepts in this one that sort of stick out..for one that countinueing bass line in the background...a player would hate you for that- 8th notes all the way through...of course only for 45 seconds =P.

I also think that the cymbal versatility sticks out in this song, mainly the variaty of crash sounds you used.

I would like again to reiterate that lead string instrument..you have some nice tonal fluctuations that I don't know how to create with a program yet, and I like it...wait..maybe I do, but not quite so effectively (I just record and spin a detune knob for the instrument =D).

I'll wait to hear from you again! Tell me when you're famous and in a movie ;), that way I'll be right all these years.

Yours lividly?
~TheWisestMagi~

[Gorillaz - Feel Good Remix]

crazy

I knew I had heard this song right in the entry i was thinking about that strange drum beat and that I hear it alot in a specific song (I'm a drummer), the bass line gave it away though =).

I was actually in pre-imtive stages of making a remix of this song myself, I love it. My ideas were much different then this though, this is completely awesome. Good mixing of the voices. Overall this is just amazing, you mixed alot of things crazily well. PUMP THE BASS.

I like how you reverted to guitar on the courus too =). Although I admit I like the regular version better for just plain listening, it's easier to listen to, this is an awesome remix.

Way to be,
TheWisestMagi

EchozAurora responds:

Glad to put a new spin on things! You'll have to show me your remix when you finish it as well.

Thanks for the review!

[Helix - The Condition]

The most overlooked artist on NG..

Got his break! Congrats man, you are one of the FEW (not only) artists on NG that I can literally not fathom the mixing and complexity of their songs.

Glad to hear from you again after nothing for...a long time.

This isn't quite as high energy and noisy as most of your pieces..it reminds me more of "Illusion", melodic yet deadly ;).

~TheWisestMagi~

P.S.Did you ever get that full work station for music you were talking about/ not have to work 50 hours a weekish?

Helix6 responds:

Still working a butt-load. I am still working on the dream workstation. Instead bought my ex a keyboard... D'oh! I got a bonus for Castle Crashers also! Awesome. Hope to have new shit soon...

[When I Wake]

The best kind is the kind you can't help =)

I made the mistake of not checking you page for a while! I see you have been countinueing right along! Your music is beautiful as always Dan, and you have gotten A LOT better at singing actually since sand castles...well at least more confident singing =).
This is a beautiful 'love' song that gets the same point without the stereo typical lyrics...this is very creative (let's be honest, you used the word "zelotry" in a love song, I cannot refrain my applause anly further).

Also, you percussive work is nice, I like the almost taiko like drums playing on like a heartbeat.

Hope to hear from you sometime =)
~TheWisestMagi~

[Spaceflight: SS01]

Exactly what you said!

It does sound just like the opening to a game. The first thing I thought of when listening was the opening video clip from StarCraft.

Ok now the song has really gotten underway, and yeah, I could destroy some serious space rocks to this =P. At 1:50 however I would prefer the progression of C, Eb, Low G, back up to C..but that would make a different song =P.

Now the song changes alot at 2:03. Interesting percussive work here, it's unique and still fits...I like it. You also seem to have some analog bass going on here, this part reminds me of just flying through space. After the synth comes in I'm feeling a little bit more energy and action, perhaps something is happening. And now with the voice-overs and lovely keyboard action...we are coming into the space station maybe just turned thrusteers off and a free floating to the station. After this we get some ambient crashes, we have landed!

SWEET song man! I love the overall feeling to this one, I especially think you've mastered ambience in the beginning and end of your songs.

Vigorosly,
~TheWisestMagi~

Aresdev responds:

Excellent! I was thinking about a new trilogy set utilizing this type of theme, much like what I did with Immortal Crossings, etc. I'm still feeling out some new grounds (<---Haha, pun) here with this type of style. Maybe I can also tweak this a tad. Again I was trying to keep it uncluttered. I really need a new keyboard, as I have some awesome ideas for main themes to my music, but no way to realize them!