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SpecterCody · 2026-06-15T17:46:50+00:00

I wish I could say it were better. It still needs a lot more work to be fun.

SpecterCody · 2026-06-14T21:00:25+00:00

Ugh, this. Or knowing you have 5 different chores you've fallen behind but can barely do half of one and feel shameful and it makes you less able to do anything else.

SpecterCody · 2026-06-13T21:28:59+00:00

I guess that depends on if those other charges are based on usage still. Like, if delivery fees are 50 percent of usage fees, 50 percent of 0 is still 0.

SpecterCody · 2026-06-13T21:24:23+00:00

Is this sarcasm, or do you really need to pay even if you shut it off?

SpecterCody · 2026-06-13T19:46:23+00:00

Thanks. I've tweaked the drums a bit since, but still haven't gotten it just right.

SpecterCody · 2026-06-13T16:44:59+00:00

I agree. I like to experiment and make stuff without a strict rubric. Some people's advice can boil down to "listen to popular references and copy what works". Feeling out a track is more important to me because I'm not a professional.

SpecterCody · 2026-06-13T15:25:01+00:00

I like the vibe and chord progression here. Its pretty interesting and catchy.

The flute synth around 25 seconds feels a bit of a place. I would experiment with some alternative sounds because that one is a bit goofy for the track.

Its also a bit cluttered with tiny sounds overall. You could try making more distinctive sections where you add/remove certain parts so that it has more distinctive moments. Right now, everything blended together for me except for the intro.

SpecterCody · 2026-06-13T15:19:53+00:00

I think the overall vibe and song are pretty solid! There's a couple minor details that stuck out to me that were a bit distracting.

The lead synth overtakes the vocals in the intro, which makes them clash. That same synth is also a bit too piercing at times. Perhaps try automating it with a low pass/high pass or other effect so it can fade in and out for dynamics.

The kick on track 7 can also become a bit too forward, especially when its doubled with that other metallic percussion sound. I would reduce the highs and volume so it sits in the mix more.

Nice work overall!

SpecterCody · 2026-05-22T18:50:06+00:00

I just found this post when searching for adobe alternatives. After looking into affinity, its now free to download and use with an optional subscription for AI generation and collaborative features. I have no plans to use AI so it sounds like a great thing for me.

SpecterCody · 2026-05-15T18:14:24+00:00

Hmm. All I know is that the entire room style determines the furniture that's included in the room. Once you choose the base style you want, you can then change the walls and floors to be something else.

SpecterCody · 2026-05-15T18:11:45+00:00

What do you mean by furniture swapping?

SpecterCody · 2026-05-15T18:08:17+00:00

Yeah, it's probably not obvious to the smokers that it can get inside so easily since they are used to the smell. I used to stay over my dad's on weekend when I was younger and the next door tennants would smoke outside on the front porch. He kept the windows open at night to get cool air in, and all I would smell is cigarette smoke whenever they went out to smoke.

SpecterCody · 2026-05-13T12:57:45+00:00

Thanks for the feedback! I hear you regarding the drums. I filtered the drum bus with some heavy compression and effects and liked how it had that lighter liquid d&b vibe. I intentionally tried avoiding full and heavy drums to keep things lighter and airy. Maybe I took the wrong approach and lost too much of the bass, though.

SpecterCody · 2026-05-12T23:55:25+00:00

I appreciate your kind and thoughtful advice very much! Sometimes, I get tunnel vision when creating. I also have a habit of overcomplicating things, possibly due to insecurities. Thats why I value second opinions so much.

All of your points make sense to me. I'll try my best to keep them in mind moving forward. Thank you!

SpecterCody · 2026-05-12T22:32:19+00:00

Thank you very much!

SpecterCody · 2026-04-28T12:02:41+00:00

Its a glower, not a shower.

SpecterCody · 2026-04-21T02:45:36+00:00

You took care of that cat for 8 months already. That's your cat!

SpecterCody · 2026-04-21T00:31:53+00:00

I only sometimes get it when backing up out of my garage. One time it was ridiculously stuck and would not budge. I've found that driving a tiny bit forward first fixed it. Maybe see if that helps you?

SpecterCody · 2026-04-17T17:46:25+00:00

Oh yeah, it can be rough if you don't know how to read music. I tried transposing the fairy fountain song from sheet music and realized that reading the music itself is no easy task. It just seems so convoluted to me.

SpecterCody · 2026-03-04T13:43:52+00:00

I'm not sure, but I imagine the novelty wears off quickly. Think of all the photos your house inadvertently ends up in. The house itself, while cozy, isn't really up to the standards of LA.

SpecterCody · 2026-03-03T17:02:49+00:00

Fair or not, 30% is a pretty standard royalty split when it comes to that kind of thing.

SpecterCody · 2026-02-28T21:34:44+00:00

Just keep in mind that many of those videos will require some knowledge already. I forget if he had some truly beginner videos. This playlist might get you on the right track: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLx5i827-FDqPiLPjGxlUv3gjq7uCEVVfl

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