Score: 9

"EQ the base and snare, and its flawless."

submission: Signs (Powernoise/EBM)

date: December 10, 2009

The kick was all up in my face as well as the snare. The hi-hat sounds very static as well, but far less worse than the snare. This song, is otherwise, is fucking awesome, far better than most of the material NGAP has to offer. Awesome. (5/5)(9/10)

Score: 8

"The effort shows."

submission: [W] Do you love me?

date: March 15, 2009

So here is how I'm going to break it down...

Intro (0:00 - 0:47): The bass was extremely fuzzy and it overshadowed the kick in the back. But there isn't much to say here other than you might want to equalize it a little. The break into the first part with the lyrics was decent and executed pretty well, however the bass came back and it just didn't seem right.

Buildup (0:48 - 2:07): A buildup should never take that long, and the snares went for 4 straight measures before hitting the chorus again. The crash cymbal was also missed when going into the chorus.

Chorus (2:08 - 2:33) Well, that wasn't very long...nothing else I can say than to lengthen this and shorten the buildup.

Bridge(2:34 - 2:57) Nice variation, but it lacks in substance.

Chorus and Outro (2:58 - 4:19) The chorus was, again, lacking. The outro, completely weak. Why would you slowly lower the volume during the outro when you are just going to end it with one final beat? Seems unneeded.

Besides trying to master this track, the melody was very exceptional and the little variations that kept it from being to repetitive. The effort and skill is there, but you need to hone them a little better. Also, on a final note, I would suggest changing the lead synth to something a little more appealing to the ear.

I liked it, and its a great start to a great song, but like I said, work with it.

Score: 9

"Nice transition..."

submission: <DjT> EoY

date: March 4, 2009

I enjoyed the intro transition, something about melding the two together gave the feel that, how I interpreted it, "Even after loss, strength builds, allies are created, and one final attempt to fight a greater evil is made with a certain outcome."

I like it, however, the only thing I don't like is the ending. It left me hanging of the edge of my seat and I wanted more, but that off-key note just killed it...

Good job. 9/10, 4/5.

Score: 7

"I see what you're trying to do, but..."

submission: Corrupted Shadows

date: March 4, 2009

The beginning riff that goes through the song till about 0:56, gets extremely annoying in such a short amount of time. It just it not fun to listen to.

The guitars could use some work (as far as knowing right off the bat that they are synthesizers, you gotta work a little more on that to atleast try to soften the blow).

The song is not without redemption, though. The shredding the lead and back-up guitars do gives it some edge over the rest of the track. Perhaps a little more mastery and I could enjoy this more, however I'm stuck with my choice.

7/10, 3/5.

Score: 7

"Lyrics < bad, guitar and everything else > life"

submission: The Dead And The Dying

date: January 29, 2009

The singer sucks...the band is far better than him.

Score: 10

"This is probably the best I've heard so far..."

submission: N.C.I.S. Theme (MK Remix)

date: January 20, 2009

As much as I like the beginning, the end as you stated is incorrect. I like the beginning much more than the actual body of the song, and that is what I based my score off of. I feel as if the lead isn't complimented with the bass. I would of enjoyed a little more melody, but that is just personal preference; it was good regardless. I hope to see a complete master of this soon. You did a really good job, keep working at it.

Also, if I may inquire, I would like to know how you created the synth in the beginning, as well as the sweep and the hard kick.

Score: 9

"The more I listen to it..."

submission: Project 123.-

date: December 18, 2008

It sounds like Linkin Park. Good job.

Score: 10

"This is really good...what did you use?"

submission: With Gun & Crucifix

date: November 27, 2008

I must know!! What did you use for this? This is pretty epic. 10/10, 5/5. Good job bro.

Score: 2

"Considering you'll still on your way..."

submission: Legend of Zeld-Main Theme

date: November 27, 2008

Honestly, its a good first attempt, but it's way too out of tune and it hurts my ears. Come on man, you can do it!!

Score: 10

"You made me cry."

submission: Our Dreams [MAC8]

date: October 14, 2008

This song reminds me of a very personal moment in my life, the passing of my dad. The song, in every way, tells how I feel.

Thank you for allowing me to hear this masterpiece. Thank you so very much.