Score: 9

"An interesting piece"

submission: An Awaited Change

date: June 15, 2008

You guys are skilled players (although the keeping-on-tempo thing is not as polished, but I'm nowhere near perfect myself when it comes to playing a live instrument in realtime), and the song has a catchiness to it that is required of music of this genre.

I will say, though, that I'm curious what studio recorded you, because the mixing on the drumset really lacks in output quality and sounds very raw; it was not compressed or EQed, and I would even guess that it wasn't even mic'd well, because it had a very tinny sound that sounded like it was just recorded and not really "mixed", which if this is a studio that charges money for sessions, they should at least do their recording engineering homework.

But, besides that point, the composition of the piece is very standard for a rock band, and would fit in easily with other bands of the like.

Keep up the good work.

Score: 9

"I have to say"

submission: Demons by Good Bandit

date: June 13, 2008

I really like what you guys had going here.

The mixing's a little rough, in that the guitars aren't as defined as they could be, and the drums definitely need compression so they cut through the mix, and you need a bass guitar line to define a foundation for the guitar chords to play on, so as to create a stronger drive.

Aside from the mixing aspects of the piece, the composition of it was quite good. I don't primarily listen to this style of rock, but I can't deny that I absolutely really like it, and I would honestly be willing to bet that you sound phenomenal live.

Keep up the good work, because good work such as this should not go to waste.

Score: 9

"Nice ambience"

submission: Dreamland

date: May 27, 2008

Aside from a difference in mixing style (like I would have layered reverb on the piano), this song was very well composed and executed. You guys sound good together.

Score: 9

"Great song, but not so great title"

submission: Life as a Breeze

date: December 4, 2007

Trust me, I won't say anything about the title other than that it doesn't really fit the piece at all. However, that's not to say that the piece itself isn't good quality.

The compression was well executed, and it had a nice sound to it, although the percussion solo in the middle of the piece seems a little drug out (but that could just be me). I would definitely layer just a tad more onto what you have already; it's nice. Also, set up some song structure, because the whole last half of this piece is completely in another world.

Other than that, great job.

Score: 9

"Pretty good"

submission: Jingle Bells [ExT]

date: November 24, 2007

Honestly, as far as composition goes, this is rather cliche in its making. I actually found the instrumentation very predictable because it follows the same formula many other trance artists use. Now, mind you, this isn't a bad thing really; all it means is that you fit the mold and aren't trying to break free from it, which is really just a matter of style.

Altogether, it's pretty well done. Great job!

Score: 8

"Interesting"

submission: Para-Noid - The King To Be

date: November 24, 2007

It would be interesting to see where this piece goes.

What I find funny about this is that that bass slide sounds so out of place but yet it blends so well once the percussion kicks in.

The composition is very odd, to say the least, but I really have no particular points to harp on. Good luck on finishing this.

Score: 10

"A very flowing piece of awesomeness"

submission: ==(The First Flight)==

date: November 23, 2007

SBB, I swear everytime I listen to your new pieces, you never fail to impress me.

This piece is well compressed and well composed. It has a very soothing visual it gives even as each new instrument is layered on.

Awesome work, SBB! Keep it up!

Score: 10

"Niiiiice"

submission: Illusion+Reality

date: November 23, 2007

I find it funny when you hear some of NG's artists who would beat out the pros in a talent faceoff.

The rap has great rhythm and smooth delivery, and even the piece isn't mundane and irritating like much professional rap is.

This is certainly a great work! Keep it up!

Score: 10

"Ah, the few, the good, the trance"

submission: {dj-N} Tears In My Eyes [Full]

date: November 12, 2007

It isn't often that I hear trance on NG where the mixing, EQing, and mastering were the shining dose of perfection. Furthermore, the composition is well layered and has that nice kick needed for just about any club DJ.

Great job! Keep up the good work!

Score: 9

"Kinda RE-ish"

submission: RGH: Spooooky Loop

date: October 30, 2007

It sounds like it was composed with a Resident Evil inspiration.

It's very well done. It's just a shame that it's only a loop.