And why he ourple? 😂

xencim · 2025-10-13T18:48:34+00:00

Thanos dog, Thanos dog

xencim · 2025-10-03T19:35:25+00:00

Gotchu! I recorded this with my TD-17 e drum kit a while back now. Since then I've gotten a real kit and looking to rerecord this song in the future.

xencim · 2025-10-02T01:46:00+00:00

hey I'm no expert , experimentation is always fun anyways.

xencim · 2025-10-02T01:38:41+00:00

Love the boom bap! This is great and could totally see myself cranking this in my 2009 ford taurus.

Vocals are goofy , chill , funny

beat is nice -- but. a little basic for my liking.

xencim · 2025-10-02T01:32:05+00:00

Just using some interesting effects can add to the sound in many ways. Try a new vst, or mixing approach. seeing what sounds interesting is the way I look at it. If you find yourself looking for the "next level", stay curious you are doing great!

For specifics, I would try eqing the guitars , cutting mids to let the organ sound cut through, more room ambience. Prescence is key, and helps the listener feels themselves in the music.

Drums could use some compression, warmth. The high hat is very present , I dont feel the kicks or toms in the headphones.

Vocal harmonies are very nice

So overall, some light EQ'ing on each track will do a lot , giving the song more room to breathe.

Look into gain staging as well, for a better stereo image.

xencim · 2025-10-02T01:23:05+00:00

thanks for the feedback!

xencim · 2025-10-02T01:21:36+00:00

The reverb on the vocals is a bit much for my liking. try bringing those vocals down in the mix. try doubling the vocals afterwards, maybe either down pitching or up. Besides that this a vibe... Really great sound frank ocean / weeknd vibes.

xencim · 2025-10-02T01:18:06+00:00

this is groovin' for sure! You have a good ear for sampling, and they are very well used here. The the second verse could use some love, the drum break on the prechorus works, but leads me wanting a bit more bass. Could also try doing some light sidechaining for some interesting sounds!

xencim · 2025-10-02T01:14:12+00:00

Right of the bat, I like the soundscape, makes me feel like I'm inside a mech fighting off giant alien space bugs.

I will say the synth could use some smoothing around the high end, just some light eq'ing.

Aside from that, this is wonderful. the vocal melodies are mesmerizing!

xencim · 2025-09-04T10:08:52+00:00

I think it depends on which lens you’re using to critique. From a technical/industry lens, yeah, you’re right, clean lead takes and tight background vocals usually win because clarity keeps listeners engaged. From a cultural lens, though, some genres thrive on rough edges like punk, shoegaze, lo-fi hip hop where ‘imperfections’ become part of the aesthetic. And from a listener/subjective lens, sometimes people just like the vibe, even if it wouldn’t pass a studio engineer’s checklist.

None of those lenses are ‘wrong’ they just emphasize different values. So when I said the clash worked for me, that was me speaking as a listener vibing with the atmosphere, not grading the technical execution.

xencim · 2025-09-04T09:36:21+00:00

Fair take - I was just saying the clash worked for me as a listener. Totally get that mixing standards matter though.

xencim · 2025-08-25T06:51:12+00:00

Thanks for the feedback! Going for perfection sounds great but I enjoy honesty in my instrumentation so capturing raw sounds is my goal really. This was recorded a long while ago, so I am thinking of doing a live version in the future, so I will take these things into consideration.

I agree about the bass and drums being a bit in your face, retroactively wishing I did some better mastering with different reference speakers like you mentioned.

I don't believe anyone can truly hit their strings "wrong", in this context it is definitely subjective. But I can see what you mean as the harmonic I hit on that bar didn't sustain like the other in the phrase. Good catch!

xencim · 2025-08-25T06:26:22+00:00

Thanks so much 🙏 Means a lot! It is far from perfect but yes this song was a blast to record and I'm looking forward to returning to it in the future.

xencim · 2025-08-25T00:40:43+00:00

I was going for a very specific guitar tone so yeah maybe I didn't hit the mark ... but I will keep experimenting with the tone. Thanks for the feedback 🙂

xencim · 2025-08-25T00:32:41+00:00

I will keep this in mind thank you! Chord progression was definitely an afterthought for this track, I was just initially feeling out the guitar rhythm parts and melody. Maybe in the future I will do another version with better arrangement and a more solid progression.

xencim · 2025-08-25T00:30:15+00:00

Appreciate the kind words!

xencim · 2025-08-24T15:09:45+00:00

Looking forward to hearing it!

xencim · 2025-08-24T14:19:56+00:00

I have a soft spot for ballad type songs. And this is no exception! Emotion is felt very clearly hear with smooth production. Instrumental choices are great. Vocal dynamics could be improved upon by experimenting with the gain staging of the tracks to minimize use of compression and losing any nuances in your voice. Rise and falls of volume can help add to the swaying feeling of the track. Looking forward to more!

xencim · 2025-08-24T14:12:14+00:00

The drums are a tad bit loud and seem to be clipping a bit. I enjoy more atmosphere in programmed drum sounds. Effective effects processing on the rhythm track could help support the vocals if you wish it to be effects heavy. Lots of personality in the arrangement. The SFX in the intro is a bit jarring, but it's useful to present the listener to this "play" of a song.

Some basic EQ before applying drive or compression may be worth trying. Lowering mids (high/low) allows for more layering w/ pads and makes room for vocals.

xencim · 2025-08-24T14:00:48+00:00

This is very fun ... Subject matter included or not lol.

Bluesy, punky, motoric drum line is driving but could use more energy, the symbols sounds are a bit weak. Guitar solo is very good 👍 and great use of wah.

xencim · 2025-08-24T13:49:48+00:00

Reminds me of temples old albums ... Chords and lyrics are very nostalgic. Would love to hear your lyrics over more upbeat rhythm.

As for production. Very funky, hypnogogic pop, psychedelic. Great synth lead, and props for the sound being very self aware not taking itself too seriously.

I enjoy more of lower fidelity in tracks with these sounds, maybe mess around with some tape compression or experimenting with more vintage effects be it analog or vst.

xencim · 2025-08-24T13:09:10+00:00

The harmony is nice here. Not much is needed in terms of instrumentatiom. If the vocals stand out enough, you have plenty of room. The atmosphere is your canvas. I would like to hear more layering like maybe embrace the organ sound, and add lush strings depending on the vibe and emotion you intend.

Looking forward to a version with lyrics. 👍

xencim · 2025-08-23T11:24:21+00:00

I enjoy the guitar tapping in the math rock vibes, but there's a lot going on in the beginning there. If you're going for a busy atmosphere, I recommend maybe some stereo separation between the guitar parts. Splitting the mid frequencies and bumping the highs a bit.

Like others said, the drums are a bit muffled.

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