V-Future's audio Reviews on Newgrounds

[Derpcat & Roy Knox - Ghost In The Shadows (Monstercat Release)]

The sound design, mixing, and melodies are fantastic. It's well put together and doesn't feel overcrowded with too many instruments. Plus, I love your unique sound.

[Stella Erratica Dalfaria El-Vay]

Catchy melodies, a great mix, and a fantastic atmosphere. There’s a slight imbalance in the gain staging, but I can hear all the instruments clearly. It’s rare to find someone with the talent to create such legendary melodies that stick in your head all day. I really love the guitar playing and the overall feeling of the song. Great job, you definitely deserve 5 stars. Honestly, I’d love to have a guitarist like you on my songs to execute my ideas. I’m more of a piano guy, and I spend hours trying to record just 30 seconds of guitar! haha

DanJohansen responds:

Appreciate it man! I do strive to make melodies :D so glad it's noticed man. I wish I could play piano really well, that would be mad fun haha. I can only utilize piano via VST usage. I love the instrument.

[Final Hours of Christmas (Jingle Bells - chipsqueek's NGCIJ24 Remix)]

For the socially awkward, the unhappy, and the insufferable Christmas haters, the holiday season sounds like a particularly loud and colorful nightmare and you just captured that feeling in this song. I love it!

[self sabotage leads to insanity]

Your song is so good that I don't care about the mixing. Catchy melodies, great riffs, and evolving atmospheres—it's all there. It's better to hear a good song with bad mixing than a bad song with great mixing.

[Supernova [5/6]]

The production is good overall, but there are parts where it falters, as ADR3-N mentioned, and I agree. It's a good mix, and the sounds are well achieved. The problem is that I listened to the song several times and still can't remember it. Since it lacks memorable parts and isn't something I can hum at any time of the day, a lack of memorable hooks or a catchy melody makes it difficult to recall. That's a huge dealbreaker for me.

Imagine going to a restaurant and trying their food. It's okay, it fills you up, but you wouldn't go back because eating there is no different from any other restaurant. It's just another restaurant with standard quality.

When you unlock the enigma of crafting timeless melodies, your music will truly resonate with anyone. Regardless of their preferred genre, this applies to all music genres. Making music isn't just about spitting out chords over a key and then throwing random notes over a scale with intricate riffs. It's about weaving narratives, fostering connections with the listener, and etching melodies so deeply into their consciousness that they become unforgettable. This is what sets enduring classics apart from fleeting tunes.

That's a far more profound statement than any musical gymnastics. Creating legendary melodies is a rare gift, and those who possess it leave a lasting impression on both seasoned musicians and casual listeners.

[through time and space]

The piano performance is flawless, and the song boasts an exceptional atmosphere and mixing quality.

[Stay Here]

In the midst of the auditory chaos, this is like an oasis of tranquility: awesome sound design, catchy melodies, and great production overall. This is the kind of song you give 5 stars without hesitation.

[LMAO o(≧▽≦)o]

I'm captivated by the way the synthesizers converse and respond to each other. Your work is truly remarkable.

[FINALITY]

This is incredibly well-produced and the mix sounds great. The only minor critique I have is that the drop could be a bit longer, but that's purely a personal preference.

BOWTIEEE responds:

Thank you!! You’re probably right but I just felt like moving on lol.

[Smiley Face]

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