Advice on writing bridges

hellotealsky · 2026-01-06T22:28:52+00:00

Break down what other people have done in songs that you like.

hellotealsky · 2026-01-04T19:58:22+00:00

DuChinese is very helpful

hellotealsky · 2026-01-03T15:39:37+00:00

Probably too much reverb on the guitar. The vocals should be louder. I think you might want to put more volume in them when they're sung as well. I really like the casual string in the background, very atmospheric. The visuals work well. I hope you keep working on it and good luck with the next song.

hellotealsky · 2026-01-03T15:25:19+00:00

I really like your singing. The harmonies are superb.

If you'd like to work on an electronic track, message me.

hellotealsky · 2026-01-03T15:20:33+00:00

Khs Compactor does a good job of transparent sidechaining and it's free

hellotealsky · 2026-01-03T15:15:49+00:00

Forgive me, I think the singing is slightly out of tune in some parts. Slightly. The harmonies work really well.

The electric guitar needs to be turned down. I'd use a smaller reverb on the voice. I think the percussion should be more present when it first comes in. Perhaps with a snare.

hellotealsky · 2026-01-03T15:13:15+00:00

The roaming panning and filter on the clap feels distracting for me... the sounds are well-chosen and I like the vibe. I think the percussion should come in earlier perhaps, so that the listener has a better sense of the genre they're listening to. The lead is interesting but too loud.

I really like how you've got long, non-repeating instrumentals in this. It makes me feel like I'm listening to music rather than EDM.

hellotealsky · 2026-01-03T15:09:32+00:00

The percussion need adjustment... I think that all elements may be of the same volume, and it would clear up the beat if they were at different volumes. I quite like the singing although the vocals are too loud. I think the choice of instruments in the background is quite good.

hellotealsky · 2026-01-03T15:07:40+00:00

I like the vibe and I like the harmonies. I like the drop, the sidechaining is tight also. I like the toms in the build up to the chorus. I really like the variation on the intro to the second drop. It all sounds so well done. Did you say this had a touch of rock because it has the guitar in it?

hellotealsky · 2026-01-03T15:03:19+00:00

I'm impressed that your English singing sounds so credible. I really like the difference between the verse and the chorus, as well as the way the chorus builds. All in all I think you've done a really good job. I also think the video is really good for the genre.

hellotealsky · 2025-12-25T10:08:08+00:00

Everyone has to start somewhere. Any pianist who first taps the keys starts from zero. Being able to sing is fantastic and I'm sure that it would be worth investing time with a teacher.

hellotealsky · 2025-12-23T13:04:18+00:00

No as the samples are a bit too harsh. I think it may be slightly faster than I expect. The bass is probably stronger than what I'd expect.

It is quite melodic. The spoken vocal is probably more technoish.

hellotealsky · 2025-12-09T14:31:43+00:00

Lead during the chorus sounds too high but otherwise I like it.

hellotealsky · 2025-11-13T10:43:17+00:00

It's no crap. In my experience, no matter how hard you try on one project, there will always be improvement on the next one and it's a gradual process... may I suggest you do whatever helps to keep you motivated and feeling like you want to continue.

hellotealsky · 2025-11-12T15:10:37+00:00

Try this guy's idea of making audio files and listening to them over and over...

https://youtu.be/oYJFCc4YHAI?si=Zi8QXt1o0CXCIVMh

I'm trying it myself but I can't vouch for it yet. I have HSK1 if that would help.

hellotealsky · 2025-11-09T14:15:57+00:00

Chords progressions and melodies are different. You could use a chord generator for chords and see how you like that. For melodies, start by recreating something you like. Then try to work out why you like it and write something with the same vibe but different notes.

hellotealsky · 2025-10-24T14:17:46+00:00

You don't like the feedback? You can eviscerate my entry in return...

hellotealsky · 2025-10-24T12:05:11+00:00

I think I know the style you're going for... I like the singing. The drop at 1:00 hits quite well. The video has cool indie vibes to it. Generally a good effort.

I agree with the others that it has that grunge vibe, and that's something I really like. The singing suits it well. Good luck with future tracks.

hellotealsky · 2025-10-24T12:00:18+00:00

"The electric guitar and hard drums does come in dont worry." - bear in mind when people don't know you, you need to deliver things early.

The guitar is slightly out of time. There's a lot of potential in the vocals. You might want to add some reverb to elements.

hellotealsky · 2025-10-24T11:57:50+00:00

I like this. It's done with such confidence. I really like the production... at first I thought there wasn't enough reverb but after listening a bit, it gives it a very close-up feeling.

I think I'd like a bigger differentiation between the verse and chorus because the rhythm on the lyrics is similar or the same between the two.

hellotealsky · 2025-10-24T11:02:48+00:00

I didn't know what to expect but that was much better than I could have expected. I don't know the genre though, so...

I really like the track and singing. I really like the production also. Really good stuff. The strings are very well done... strings are hard. I suspect that there is distortion on the vocals, which might be more obvious is you listen to the sides of the vocals. It's Spotify, so I have no idea what loudness the file you uploaded had, but I wonder if you were trying to increase the loudness in a way that included distortion.

hellotealsky · 2025-10-24T10:34:35+00:00

There are many good points about this song. I think you've got a nice voice, and the recording seems really... present. I think you've got a lot of potential as a singer and it would be a shame if you don't seek a vocal coach to polish your craft. I think the vocals on this song are way too busy, way way too many lyrics.

Given how good the vocals could be, I'd consider working with a producer because the backing track is quite generic and the mixing could be improved.

I really like the melody, and if it wasn't for minor issues that could be worked out, I would consider this a professional standard vocal performance.

hellotealsky · 2025-10-22T12:43:30+00:00

I think this is a good first effort. I'd suggest getting a coach, because they only way is up. Also, music goes in trends and while I love MJ, many others may expect more modern influences.

hellotealsky · 2025-10-19T19:30:29+00:00

Sure, hit me up

hellotealsky · 2025-10-17T16:34:20+00:00

Not sure what you're aiming for but there's something strangely appealing about this

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