Cyberdevil's audio Reviews on Newgrounds

[Speed Addict]

Maybe a bit too long a pause after that intro hmm... once it gets going though what a ride! Creative kick/beat/bass. The guitar's dope, there's definitely no shortage of skill, the solos are soulful and vibrant, but the flow overall... even though it's fast it seems a little hesitant sometimes. Maybe the beat and guitar don't always match tempo, not sure what it is, you can clearly hear the speed yet I'm not as blown away by it as I feel I should be.

Wonder if the drum kicks could be a bit more prominent, seems the guitar's the bigger focus overall. But the instrumentality's insane. So good. Impressive pace all the way...

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Banana-head responds:

thanks for the review!

[grunge "demo"]

Getting some real Nirvana vibes at the beginning. :) Smells a bit like teen spirit hmm, they were the godfathers of the genre after all... although it's a different pace/tone. Suppose that's intentional?

It definitely changes after that though, turns into more so ambience than grunge, feels almost like a homage to the genre more so in title, similarly catchy but ambient and soft. More like Punk, maybe? Pop? Not sure how to best categorize it.

I love the vibe. It's a little repetitive but has a great energy. Easy to play in the background and just spur you on; keep you going. Loop it over and over and gets some work done!!!

Sound quality's good too, a little saturated maybe but suitably rich and 'grungy' after all. Lotta bass. And that solo... breaks out in a good way, yet still blends in.

Feels like the main thing to improve here might be structure, it doesn't really end either, doesn't break out or conclude but fades off... as if it could've kept going forever. The tempos switch nicely and keep you bobbing your head but... apart from that solo it is a little static.

Good stuff though. Would be cool to hear this with vocals. Or just something more.

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factzmachine responds:

hey hey thx for the review and yeah, the beginging also reminds me of that song lmao. the different pace is intentional btw. I was going for a basic 4-Chord slammer but i can see why it reminds you of Nirvana.

Honestly idk if i'll keep a good bit of the parts where it's quiet. maybe until i can get vocals in it.

btw the solo was recorded in one take. i also applied a chorus on it with a "hint" of delay but yeah, it's kinda lacking. anyway, thanks for the review, happy you liked it!

[Repressions]

This was really nice, soft and fluent, refreshingly slow, with the occasional drum roll, with a warm kind of sound... is this recorded for real? Seems like it'd be difficult to get a composition as rich as this entirely digital. The instrumentation feels... tactile.

I like the first third in particular, it kind of both speeds up and calms down a bit after that; gets a bit more chaotic somehow - which is no detriment with the genre of course, but I like the structure initially. The little re-occurring jingle/melody. After that third it no longer seems as vibrant; not as wholesome; not with as notable drum rolls either maybe... though still is calming. Second half almost reflects the title a bit hmm...

Tis a nice medley, and long time coming. Glad you got at least this one out!

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S3C responds:

thanks for the descriptive review...and only the guitar is recorded

[27/8/22]

This is so dope. :) That energy... always have so much of it. I might make something with this, hope ya don't mind...

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JamesHeart responds:

All yours my friend!!
I know you’ll do something cool with this

[okay]

What a build... also has a gritty kind of sound to it, reminds me a bit of Fight Club.

A little messy rhythm occasionally maybe but overall this is so dope. The chaos probably does add to the atmosphere too.

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flashmakeit responds:

Thank for the reply it was helpful and interesting

[spooky halloween stuff]

Pretty grimy! :D I like this style. Good variation, lots of layers, and most importantly maybe a consistent structure in back, would work well with vocals noo...

Nice atmosphere; suitable Halloween sound and all.

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flashmakeit responds:

I always enjoy comments and your music! Thanks for the vote.

[Summer]

I really like the vibe in this... definitely has a summer feel to it. Reminiscent of the best time of the year. Smooth, soothing... really nice.

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killreal responds:

Thanks for the feedback, nice to see you again pal!

[Trying to be Brave]

Lo-fi awesome. Love the mood in this...

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Nabella responds:

Honestly, this one is too simple for my tastes, but I'm glad you still enjoyed it!

[Entering An Abandoned Home]

I love the bass in this. So rich. Love the rhythm too, the beat's subtle but solid, the melody itself is maybe a little monotone - would've been nice if it switched up a little occasionally, but the backing percussion and atmosphere is sooo good! Professional quality.

Really dope. Huge jump since the last one.

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stevetherapper responds:

As of recent I’m still kinda shitty with melody variety, but I’m working on it, and I’m really glad you enjoyed everything else about this song! Seems like you would wanna use this for something hmmm…?

Nowadays I’ve gotten better at using GarageBand, so hopefully the next song I drop will be more professional in quality. Thanks for the feedback!

[5000 Days Ago]

Heeeey this wasn't bad! :D You kept the beat both with the rap and with the beatbox, annunciation and timing's on point, even gets a little melodic at the end there! Sorry I totally missed this last year, right after our collab too. You up for something this year too?

And it really was 5000 days ago huh... didn't take that bit seriously at first but that is actually 13,6 years right there. Fun idea.

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stevetherapper responds:

Thanks man :) Nowadays I kinda see this as a joke song but I appreciate the feedback. And I missed ya too bro. Glad to see you back on your feet now.