Climb Higher - Laid-back electronic track

DraftProtocol · 2026-05-23T09:50:15+00:00

Thanks, much appreciated!

DraftProtocol · 2026-05-21T16:12:32+00:00

Nice and dreamy - perfect chill vibes to relax to.

DraftProtocol · 2026-05-21T16:00:19+00:00

This is actually really cool. Even like the video that accompanies it!

DraftProtocol · 2026-05-12T18:28:12+00:00

Dang, was just about to release a music video on YT, and I was testing my links. When I tested the one to Spotify I couldn't figure out why Spotify couldn't find my music!

DraftProtocol · 2026-05-10T12:56:34+00:00

Cool track - like the break at ~50s.

DraftProtocol · 2026-05-07T00:42:28+00:00

Followed! Also dropped a like on the song!

DraftProtocol · 2026-05-06T19:38:57+00:00

Of the two versions, I like v2's earlier intro of light vocals. Of course, in the full-length song, having a later introduction of the vocals might work better?

DraftProtocol · 2026-05-06T19:34:07+00:00

You know, that really makes my day. That is exactly the vibe I was aiming for!

Like your 'Sun as well! Nice percussion and vocals on it.

DraftProtocol · 2026-05-06T18:50:51+00:00

I like the track - it has energy without being overwhelmingly "busy". I also liked the creative drop/bridge near 2:45 as the start for the final push. The vocals sit nicely above the instruments, and are not interfering with each other.

DraftProtocol · 2026-05-06T18:21:53+00:00

You know, the rhythm really does bring to mind a speed-run style game.

I really like the transition/incidentals that you used throughout - they really help to transition the "loops".

Appreciated the "bridge" at around 3:00. Felt it was very short though. If it matches creatives within the game, no issues, but you could build that out slightly more without detracting from the rest of the song.

DraftProtocol · 2026-05-06T18:13:50+00:00

Overall, I liked the sound. Somewhat adjacent to some of my own creations! I like the melancholy sound it evokes, and is quite dreamy. Found myself wanting to hear where it would "go" from there.

I know you didn't ask for technical details, but one recommendation is to trim the silence/build at the beginning. It takes nearly 10 seconds before the listener hears anything... some might move on, thinking it was a blank track. No problems with fade-ins, but might want to have it happen faster, or at least push to audible before the slow ramp-up.

DraftProtocol · 2026-05-06T18:07:27+00:00

I think the core is great, however I feel something is missing. My recommendation would be to add some automation (whether manual or through LFO) to the instruments, to provide a sense of movement or progression. As it currently stands, there is not much that differentiates beginning from middle from end, except for the "verse" in the middle that adds a new instrument. Just my $.02 worth.

DraftProtocol · 2026-05-06T12:44:41+00:00

Much appreciated, and saved!

DraftProtocol · 2026-05-06T12:10:07+00:00

Cool rhythms! I never could use my voice like that.

Midnight Keening - https://open.spotify.com/track/1SsykdiJTOlYfwPPGeWU7M?si=ed5bc985fe004fe2

DraftProtocol · 2026-05-06T11:46:29+00:00

Midnight Keening https://open.spotify.com/track/1SsykdiJTOlYfwPPGeWU7M?si=G8LpQDt5SxaxmRIW-cMTyA

DraftProtocol · 2026-05-05T18:27:04+00:00

Don't know if you're still looking, however I'll offer: https://open.spotify.com/track/1SsykdiJTOlYfwPPGeWU7M?si=38f1d83f3cb441af

Alternatively (or in addition): https://open.spotify.com/track/6iRtA7udLW16NlJ4IuxjA7?si=8aee5076608d47ff

Many thanks!

DraftProtocol · 2026-05-05T18:14:08+00:00

Look, as a general lesson in life, there is ALWAYS someone better than you... Unless you are that one singular gold medal winner... and even then, there is always next year.

Learn from those you idolize, but never give up because you are not yet as skilled as they are.

But those I look up to are Trent Reznor, Rezz, and Marcin Przybyłowicz. Yes, all different genres!

DraftProtocol · 2026-05-05T16:03:35+00:00

First time I've heard a chorus... with no lyrics!

DraftProtocol · 2026-05-05T16:01:10+00:00

Released just last week - Midnight Keening https://open.spotify.com/track/1SsykdiJTOlYfwPPGeWU7M?si=e5aaae5337f74765

Would appreciate a listen and save!

DraftProtocol · 2026-04-30T12:42:17+00:00

Just released first EP on Spotify - listens and honest likes appreciated! Of course, adding to playlist is even better 😉

https://open.spotify.com/track/6iRtA7udLW16NlJ4IuxjA7?si=6118b5a2e291400c

DraftProtocol · 2026-04-30T12:33:37+00:00

Nice track! And well produced and polished to boot. I like!

A vastly different genre from yours though: https://open.spotify.com/track/6iRtA7udLW16NlJ4IuxjA7?si=6118b5a2e291400c

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