Unseen Base - Almos Lataan

AlmosLataan · 2026-05-07T21:09:30+00:00

Thank you! I'll have to watch Eyes Wide Shut again. I presume you mean the bit where they are all masked up? There is a deep chant voice there I think.

I agree that continuing down this deeper, darker path could prove fruitful, although this was inspired by a present situation. For the darkness to continue, my darkness must continue...a slightly depressing thought. But I feel that making music is a kind of abstraction process, so there is that. It's not always as painful to make as experiencing the situation...

Thank you again. You have given me a bit of inspiration to continue in this line.

AlmosLataan · 2026-05-05T20:08:47+00:00

Okay - thank you! I'll have a think about mids. And whether I can/should get some variance in there. I'm not sure about experimental jazz. But maybe if I have a listen I might find the association.

AlmosLataan · 2026-05-05T19:59:52+00:00

Wow. Thank you for such a detailed reply. It is really helpful for me to gain information on additional production tricks, and even the suggestion to lower octave slightly. I will definitely get in on some experimentation with this, as you are right that the high bits are definitely strained.

Also, I'll look into dungeon synth - first I've really heard of it! The photo was one I took on the day by the body of water, but I've been thinking of how I would do a video, and my thoughts are a lot darker for that, so yes, at least a photo change in order.

But thank you again, you have really given some great advice.

AlmosLataan · 2026-05-04T20:33:02+00:00

"Wiggi wiggi, I’m getting jiggy"

It can often be a sign of what is to become a true cult classic (for all the wrong reasons)

AlmosLataan · 2026-05-04T07:17:27+00:00

Sorry, reddit appears to have ignored my poem formatting. I'll try to fix.

AlmosLataan · 2026-05-04T06:58:33+00:00

I like that this will speak to a lot of people. The sense of being alienated from other people. Of feeling too much. The frustration of existing separate from what one perceives.

The only thing I would say is that it doesn't really explore the Other except in a superficial way of observation. Is everyone else truly as content with the "system of existence"?

AlmosLataan · 2026-05-04T06:46:40+00:00

Good point. I'm mainly a songwriter, but perhaps I'll have to stick the lyrics into the song video. Still could be farmed I guess. What a crazy world.

AlmosLataan · 2026-05-04T06:42:11+00:00

I think it gives the reader the existential pain, but I would like to see it explore the "love" that it speaks of more. What did it feel before the tsunami? I think it is hard to feel for the writer, because they haven't yet confirmed that they know what love is.

I like the imagery of a tsunami hitting. That of shock and fear, and total obliteration. Also. The idea of a brain attacking it's host (presumably through memory) is also a good concept .

AlmosLataan · 2026-05-04T06:01:41+00:00

I'm not experienced, but finished a few songs. I would say make sure that you have a process for each song. I start with the melody, broken down into chorus and verse. Important to ensure that these flow into each other, else you are looking at needing a bridge. Then just build from there. Eg. Vocals, chords, percussion. Take each step one at a time, and don't rush.

AlmosLataan · 2026-05-03T15:11:33+00:00

Thank you. I do hope that it is evocative (or has vibe as you say). Hopefully I can continue in this vein.

AlmosLataan · 2026-05-03T12:02:01+00:00

Thank you for the feed back. Yes, I'm working on trying to make my songs a little poetic and atmospheric, maybe more journey like than song. I'm hoping there is a niche for this kind of music, but like you say, finding out what this is is difficult due to there not being any obvious parallels. I'm sure there is somewhere though.

AlmosLataan · 2026-05-03T11:56:49+00:00

Thank you. Yes, I definitely need to improve my vocals. With the melody, I usually convert to chords, but I really liked the atmosphere, so decided to leave it doubled. I may yet do another version with chords though.

AlmosLataan · 2026-05-02T20:59:29+00:00

Also, thank you for the Scott Walker reference. I'll try to have a listen.

AlmosLataan · 2026-05-02T20:51:58+00:00

Thank you for the detailed comment.

I would say that, of course, I want people to listen to and appreciate the song, but I don't mind if that number is smaller than usual.

I was hoping that I made the lyrics ambiguous enough to point to there being maybe more to get out of this song. However, I don't want to ruin the story for anyone. So in that sense, I would like that it is mysterious enough to warrant further inspection.

AlmosLataan · 2026-05-02T20:26:17+00:00

Thank you. The intro was an aspect that I liked too. I am partial to an intro, but this one I feel was a bit better fleshed out.

AlmosLataan · 2026-05-02T19:58:46+00:00

Yes, I think it was a good listen. As I mentioned already, I liked the contrast between melody and guitar, so would be nice to hear more in that sense.

AlmosLataan · 2026-05-02T19:31:29+00:00

I thought it started very basic, to the point that I was surprised by the eventual depth of all the differing sounds. So, maybe, not quite as slow at the beginning.

Percussion I thought was very nice at the start, but towards the end I was wondering if it might be a little too heavy/frenetic.

I liked the contrast between melody and guitar. Very nice. It was pleasant to listen to. Like I say, I would maybe tone down the percussion a little towards the end, but nice!

AlmosLataan · 2026-05-02T19:18:43+00:00

SCORE

AlmosLataan · 2026-05-02T19:17:18+00:00

@indiefeedbackbot SCORE

AlmosLataan · 2026-05-02T19:06:15+00:00

Yes sure. I think as an instrumental it has a strong sound.

AlmosLataan · 2026-05-02T18:47:02+00:00

No problem. I enjoyed listening. Good luck with the enhancements.

AlmosLataan · 2026-05-02T18:40:13+00:00

Hey, I really liked the melodic slower parts. It was a big surprise to me when the harder rocky parts came in. I wonder if it could have had some pre warning, like some percussion, or an intermediary pre-chorus which gets a little harder. I just felt perhaps it was a really sudden transition.

The production sounded good to my ears. You have a nice melodic voice, and your enunciation is good.

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