KKSlider60's audio Reviews on Newgrounds

[Grey Rain]

Woot!

I didn't expect to find Doom Metal on NG. *__*
I'm a big fan of Doom and its darkest stylistic divisions, such as Funeral Doom and Black/Doom. I like this piece no matter how "imperfect" it may sound.
I'd be very glad if we could make up a collab release together!
Keep it Doom \m/
KKS

[It's Tha Return]

Hmm

Feels pretty light-hearted to me, like an intro to some Rated E movie. I can imagine myself walking on a sunday spring morning, it's sunny and warm, and suddenly you get into city life without losing the "chill-out" feel.
Instrumentally talking it's minimalist, absolutely not over crowded with effects and ear-raping synths typical of commercial House, which is great and actually refreshing to hear. It's melodic and there's a lot of emphasis on the atmosphere this track can give, making it catchy and easy listening. So, in a nutshell, for what its probably supposed to sound, it's a nice alternative to the same boring obsessing bottom-heavy beats of modern House and could potentially evolve in a longer, more varied and deep track.
KKS

[[VAC7] Christmas 2012]

Awesome

I just loved it... It just sounded like it was taken from either a cartoon or a movie. It's refreshing to hear such works in NG, this mix of comedy and drama that makes you laugh at first and then cry soon after. Wonderful work, keep it up and good luck with the contest! :D
KKS

RicePirate responds:

Thanks and thanks. I really appreciate the support :D

[- LD - Doomsday Brigade]

Not too shabby

I'm digging this ^^
My favorite part would be the middle, with the epic choir singing high in the mix. It's a somewhat varied track, makes me think of Immediate Music and its commercial trailer-like songs. It could adapt to any scene involving war or, like the title suggests, doomsday scenarios. It's professionally mastered, and aside from little uncertainties in the mixing, everything flows just fine.
Nice job, good like with the deathmatch :)
KKS

[Antiskill- State of Absence]

Great

It's surprisingly relaxing for being House, I'll give you that. I can't really stand tracks that are just beats and annoying synths, but the way you gave it variations each 16 bars and the overall chilling atmosphere, they all contributed to give a considerable depth to this piece. Although one could still dance over it, it's definitely more laid-back than most of the House tracks on NG. It's spacey, chill-out, perfect for a winter day with a faint sun kissing your face while staring at the snowscape around you. I just hit the third loop mark while writing this. XD
EQ is professionally performed, every instrument is where it should be, no compression/limiting problems, and no clipping either.
Well done mate ^^
KKS

YakovlevArt responds:

Again, much appreciated!
I always love getting reviews from you, because your choice of words and your explanation of elements of the track are really fun to read =]

I will definitely have to come back and listen to this track when the winter comes to see how good it feels =]
I have been messing around with mastering ways for a while now, trying to attain the right formula I can attach to all tracks that gives them theta edge =/ idk. haha.
i really enjoyed composing the drums, all the different percussion sounds and samples, nothing in there is preset =]
S it was a lot of fun making this tracks, glad you liked it =]

Thanks for the review!

[The Daily Flute 9/29/2011]

Wow

A single instrument able to convey very powerful feelings.
The melody you used, every single note gives quite an "ethnic" flavor, they do remind me of Nordic folk music. Actually, I like even the little glitches and pops here and there, something to break the monotony by introducing non-conventional electronics, although probably pretty involuntary. As I'm writing this, it's probably the fourth time I'm listening to this track. No regrets. ;D
KKS

DracMorair responds:

Thank you, I play completely improvised and it comes directly from my soul. Its funny you mention Nordic. I am a heathen and I do pay tribute to my ancestor Bragi, the "god" of Asgard of music and poetry. Your very observant, I like that. Find me on IMVU via DracMorair. I feel you may have more to share than just kind words.

[Insan - Monster In The Mirror]

Interesting

This reminds me of your old tracks, similar atmospheres and sound effects. The twisted melodies and background chords, abstract percussions and hi-hats. Well, drums here are spot-on, and the second theme really shines for being very original and almost cartoonish, like a chase scene in a Scooby-Doo episode. XD Probably someone will relate this track to a zombapocalypse scenario, or a slasher/horror film.
Overall, I think it is a good step in this direction, you should definitely make more of these ;D
KKS

Insanctuary responds:

Thankyou. I will see to it that I will improve much more. :D

[Audio portal mass collab]

Great

Well, this was indeed epic. One thing that I would put is some cymbal or reversed cymbal sound effect between the tracks. That would improve the flow of the song between tracks, and transitions would be a lot smoother. Like between my track and Yodamanjaro's. Also, I'd put the Dubstep tracks together in a row, maybe before the ending.
Anyway, this was a great collab, glad to have been a part of it. Awesome job to everyone ;D
KKS

[Void (dubstep)]

Wobwobwob

That's some dirty ass bass there. XD Feels very "metallic" to me.
I only think that drums are a bit dry, but I don't know if it's because otherwise it would sound too messy with reverb on. It's a minimalist track, IMO... just an arpeggio, typical half-time drums, bass, a few automations and secondary synths. I was expecting a bit more from the whole, but you said it's "demo-ish" so I won't bitch too much about it. xD
It's a good and simple track, I like it.
KKS

[30 second loop collab]

Great loop

Very spacey and atmospheric, it's probably the only House style I like, haha. :D
Well done,
KKS

Yodamanjaro responds:

Thanks!