XGM-Zeth's audio Reviews on Newgrounds

[The Three Kingdoms (Version 2)]

-Indepth, Constructive Critism-

The horn sounds like a full brass ensemble, which, it really is the wrong way of usage of it.

And the choir, sounds really digital, maybe because of the reverb, but it doesnt sound like normal choir sounds is supposed to.

The strings had a nice touch, and sounded a bit like Neverwinter Nights, if that was what you were trying to succeed, that is good.
I think the progression is the same.

The drums is really good(taiko?), and perhaps you should have used a bit more snare drumming.
You used some cymbals where there was no other drumming, which sounded quite "empty".

The flute/oboe thingy were really well created, and its either well thought out, or you just had luck, choose yourself.

The end is fading, but in a good way, so thats cool enough.

You are probably more talented than i am, but you still have some errors that needs correction.
I'm not an expert, nor advanced user in music, im a novice, a learning boy.

I tried to give constructive critism, which i hope you can live with :)

-Zeth-

Diabolo-ical responds:

Hey, thanks. I'm glad you haven't lost an interest in my stuff :)

Your reviews are certainly the best, and I do accept constructive critisicm, though I usually never edit a song once it's complete. I know that's bad, since I only spend perhaps 20-30 mins on every song I make, and 99% of the time I make it up as I go - but that's just my style.

BTW - I'm glad you like it. I'm pleased with the high ratings. I listened to some of your newer compositions the other day, though I couldn't review them because there was a password bug (may have been something to do with my Avatar confirmation *shrugs*). I'll try to reply to ALL my reviewers more often, and I'll go review the songs of yours I listened to last night :)

[Bloodrise]

Goodie goodie gum gum.

Ok, The main riff was really heavy, and would really be good for me right now.

The lead guitar was also very good written/played and fit the song perfectly.

Now, I really havent got a big big point of view right now though, as its a loop and i cant find any real data about loops.

Anyways, Kickass song, Thats good.
-Zeth-

speedmetalmessiah responds:

Thanks for the cool review man.Nice to hear that it fits together well.Thanks again for the name you gave me it would have been something stupid if I had named it.Oh and your newest submission is great.

[After a Disaster...]

Twin's in music.

Ok, I'll keep this to constructive critism, instead of Praise or flaming.

-In the beginning, you need to have some breathing room between the notes, as the brass/flute thing didn't have a break whilst playing.

-Lose the clapping and get something to match it, it just dont fit.

-This would really fit in an RPG of sorts, perhaps in a cut-scene or a town. (Game music)

-The hardest thing to do when creating a song is to put variation in it, but you still need a bit more diversity and variation.
Im not flaming you, im saying what could be improved, and if you want to follow that, its up to you :)

-The synth strings fit quite well, just as with your brother, you do those quite well.

-Again, I must say. LET THE FADING GO :( :(
You do have fl, you are able to make a decent ending, and you can put reverb on stuff using the FL reveerb.

Best wishes, and may you continue doing your songs, and as shall i.
-Zeth-

Sebby-man responds:

Thanks for reviewing. By the way, I do not actually have Fl, I only have the downloaded version. This song was not made with Fl, but my old program. I am going to get Reason soon, so I will be experimenting with more variety and diversity in my songs seeing that Reason has so much to offer. What would you say a good ending would be?

Now that I think of it, I should have changed the clapping...

[The Sad Ending]

It was short, but good.

Ok, I'll keep this one a bit shorter if i can, but i hate to make crappy reviews.

-The supporting synth-strings had good melodic sense, and fit the song quite well.

-You need more parts, as in intro, buildup, full song, side song, slower theme and perhaps the full song before a giant boom.

-Liked your use of instruments in this, though the flute should have been more diverse and played some more notes.

-Reminded me of one of my own songs named "Lands of Freedom", where i was trying to make a sad song.

-Keep doing that style, You show great potensial in this genre, i suggest you keep to it for now.

-Again, it must not fade on every of your songs, Because it just simply dont fit the song very well, at least not the way you did it.

-If you want to learn some techniques in classical, i could gladly teach them to you, that is of course, if you want.
If you have MSN, you may contact me at [e-mail]

-Zeth-

Petwoip responds:

Wow, thanks for the very long and helpful review!!!

Thanks, I thought the synth fit well also.

The point when I made this song, is was basically just a buildup style where all the notes generally stay the same. I havn't been making any new classical songs because I'm waiting for reason, and my old program sometimes deletes my songs.

Thanks, I love when people encourage me to make more.

I know, the fade is boring, and i never noticed that until harp rock, lol. I don't think any of my songs will incorporate fade in a while.

Well, I don't have an MSN, but I may email you or something if I have a question.

Thanks you so much for the constructive critism and the compliments

I will most definately check out you songs!!!!

[Petwoip - Underwater Symphony]

You show great promise.

Considering your age of 13, I think this show great promise. The song itself is really good, not out-standing, and could be improved alot.
But thats mostly with samples.

And most orchestral pieces/Classical pieces end with a great "BOOM" instead of fading out, it just seems alot more synthetic when doing that.

I think i made songs back when i was 12, but i wasnt nearly this good. My current age is 14, and trust me, by the time you are my age you will have improved alot and gotten new tricks up your sleeves.

As i've said earlier, you show great promise, and you only need to be polished by experience.

And the last instrument you had, sounded too digital to fit with a symphony.

With this program of yours, can you put reverb at the instruments? because i think that would really help the song alot.

Ok, I gave you a nice in-depth review, dont you think? :)

-Zeth-

Petwoip responds:

Yes, very in depth, thanks for reviewing.

My program, I guess, doesn't really have the capability of making a big boom considering my program sucks.

When you mean the digital instrument, do you mean that piano or the xylophone thing??

Nope, no reverb capability.

Thank you so much

[March of The Gnomes]

You should work on it.

It seems to be a real good classical piece, but you should have used better quality strings, and perhaps added a few more voices.

It seems to be a very good song, but still needs alot of work to be perfect.
Other than that, you are a very talented person.

Xela89 responds:

Thanks for the review.

I really appreciate your praise as well. The problem with this piece is that I used MIDI strings so the quality was hindered by that.

[Fr3quency Below (3min 21sec)]

Hip Hop with no lyrics?

Oh well, I dont mind that much really.
The one and only reason i ever heard a song of hip hop was because the voices weren't there.

I love the ethnic feeling with this, as its very catchy and will attach to my brain.
Its really not my style, but i like to hear/try new things :)

I loved the basic melodies and the diversity.
You really did great, and you as well, should considering going pro :)

If you want constructive critism, is that it was a bit repetive for being such a long song.
Its ok though, i'd also call it sticking with the main melody, which is cool enough :)

I always end stuff with a smiley :)

Good luck further on
-Zeth- (almost everything)

AdmiralConquistador responds:

Wow, what a great review! Thanks so much man for these kind words, and you think I should go pro? Really I haven't considered it that much, but I don't know I'll think about it and practice around some more with my audio before I actually give it a shot. Hehe thanks man!

-ac-

[The Afterlife]

Edirol's Quartet?

Its a bit slow, and repetive, but it's quite good for experimenting, Keep it up mate!
-Becomes better later, but it took a while to get there :S

Diabolo-ical responds:

I knew someone would say it's repetetive; it IS, but what I was really trying to do was create a backing track for vocals. I thought this track followed the style of Athlete. I think it'd be OK with vocals, IMO (I just couldn't fit that part into the description).

And thanks for another realistic rating :)

[Farewell (cover)]

Good!

Ok, I love Yngwie Malmsteen's music and this was a really good cover of the song.
I dont really know what to say, you should try to increase the clarity of the song, thats mostly it. :)

Good luck with your next song :)
-Zeth-

speedmetalmessiah responds:

Thanks for the review man.The reason some parts(mainly the natural harmonics) are quiet is because I get a better acoustic sound when I switch to my neck pickup.Which isn't very good just wait until I get my Evolutions those are going to sound bad ass.

Thanks again.