Kingbastard's audio Reviews on Newgrounds

[Wee demo]

A lot of potential here. Regardless of the transition issues you have something here. Has a really good vibe. Brought to mind a Radiohead(ish) mood; style and rhythm. Really like it.

pitbulljones responds:

ty mate, sorry for my tardiness.

there's a nugget here, maybe. I'm currently working with some singers (yes plural lmao) so there's going to be some interesting work coming

[Ｌ Ｏ Ｓ Ｔ- Corrupt Module]

The mid-section/bridge is my favourite part. Like the big kicks and fx. There are some nice subtle touches throughout that add a lot of atmosphere. Nice work.

CorruptModule responds:

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. I had a good time making this track and I'm glad you noticed the little details. they're probably my favorite thing to do when making songs. that and playing the keyborad.

[Reformatory]

This is pretty interesting, some cool ideas and sounds, but painfully LOUD which makes it borderline unlistenable. Maybe don't push the mix that hard next time! If you turn it right down to a reasonable listening volume you notice that the mix isn't too bad, it just needs more attention to the mastering and production so that it doesn't just become one big squashed wall of noise. If your waveform looks like one big solid opaque chunk of audio then you know you're overdoing it.

Magibauble responds:

Should be fixed now. Sorry for blowing your ears out.

[Twilight]

Has potential, the elements are there, they just need fleshing-out and more attention to balancing of instrumentation and vocals when it comes to overall mixing. For me the vocals are too upfront, as are the drums. The guitars and synths are kinda lost. You also need to watch your recording levels. The track is clearly pushed too hard, just keep an eye on your waveforms. Better to bring everything down in volume and balance the mix first before pushing the levels too hard. I like the overall style and idea, just needs some polishing.

TheNGVirus responds:

thank you so much! if possible, could you help me mix the track properly, for the album version?

[The View From Mountains]

Really enjoyed the ambience. The beat is good too, with the subtle lo-fi elements & fx, would prefer a meatier sounding kick though. What I would really be interested to hear is a beatless version that is extended, perhaps dropped down a few semi-tones in a sampler to slow it to a more soundscape/drone-like piece, then re-eq'ed to balance it out... Cool track nonetheless.

pitbulljones responds:

my bro.

KBD. What do i have that you already done? I try. I try hard. You have noted several times about removing beats and expanding. I mean, i can..........do you want me going back to 8 minute builds?

You're a contemporary of mine, we mine the same vein. You do it better than anyone.

[Super Demo Fighter 2 Turbo Tournament Edition Deluxe]

The name threw me, I was expecting something different. This has mid 90's retro style Chilli Pepper's guitar sounds, circa "Tearjerker". Nice and clear and decent sounding reverb on the guitar. I like the wandering guitar/bass riff, which could be backed up with a deeper bass sound to flesh out and drive the track along more. I would like to hear more compression and thump on that kick drum and a bit more 'edge' to the track generally speaking. Some saturation to beef it up perhaps, a little more meat on dem bones. The horn/soft brass riff is really nice. Would like to hear more variation in the drums. I prefer my sounds a little rougher round the edges. Comes down to personal taste. Definitely something to work with overall though.

pitbulljones responds:

Yes kb,

Everything you say is bang on. There's something here but I need to really work at it. There's a lot i'm considering, I need vox, better guitar, additional drive, chorus. i'm going to sit this week and go again.

[GTB feat. Haneul(하늘) - Distance [EXCLUSIVE TEASER]]

Ok, so, i'll forgive the bad digital piano sounds, the cheesy vocals and the general vibe of this track, in the want to hear 'something more'

Dj-Gonzo responds:

This is a raw non-mastered version of the final song, we know it sounds cheesy at the moment, but we are working on it, don't worry. Thanks for your critizism, we'll try our best to make it sound the best we can.

>GTB

[Important Moment]

game of thrones demo...it's bad (imo). The trumpet sounds so very bad. Strings, ok, but the persistent drums are just annoying, yet very relevant for the regurgitative soundtrack stuff. Im sorry if I appear to be harsh, but you obviously have skill. Why waste it on such shit...

Kassich responds:

Thanks for taking the time to listen! I'll do my best to keep improving as I write!