LucidShadowDreamer's audio Reviews on Newgrounds

[A City Not Forsaken]

As SnowTeddy already mentioned, I very much appreciate the fact that you're not afraid to go outside of your usual style (even though you've obviously experimented in other compositions too). You've also let this piece evolve over time, which makes for a very interesting structure. I took your advice in the description, and went into my first listen without any expectations whatsoever. That really helped my enjoyment, I'd say!

You're able to make the most out of your chord progressions, be it with suspense, arps, or just the way the melody flows.

I hope your risky move is appreciated by the judges, but we'll see! I personally enjoy where the piece ends up going. It's great that you've clearly put a lot of effort into composing this track too. Indeed, in your bracket (and preferably at all points and placements in the competition) every round ought to be treated as the last one.

This is a great listen. Keep up the marvelous work, and best of luck! This round will indeed be a tough one :)

Phonometrologist responds:

You know I always appreciate your support and reviews. This one is no different, and it's reassuring at times when I'm in doubt. In regards to the competition, I really don't expect to advance. I wouldn't want to give any ideas to the judges, but the transition will probably knock some points off the overall score as I find it weak. I ran out of time in smoothing out the parts, and after this round, I plan on improving upon these ideas. But hey I don't mind, and I have no expectations to how it goes other than that I get to take a little break from making music ;p
I also was able to get an idea of an concept album from the feedback I've received in the last two pieces so it has been productive so far.

[A Date by the Fountain]

Well this certainly is apt, as I am about to go to sleep. Thank you!

Bosa responds:

Sweet dreams, my faithful friend!

[Saudade]

Just wanted to leave some love here too <3
Love the track!
Eagerly waiting for more when you have time ;)

I haven't forgotten about our collab with Jordi either. We'll get to it eventually, I'm sure. There's not much left to work on in any case.

P.S. Gotta love that keychange!

Mattashi responds:

Yeah I really want to get that song done with you two! :)

[Battle Born]

I love metal! And this is some reaaaaallly awesome metal :D
Reminds me of Turisas, in a very good way!
Great job, and best of luck.

bassfiddlejones responds:

Rock on LSD!

[Delicious Arps]

Catchy stuff, dude! The loop is pretty clean too :)
Even if it seems to be from 2014, it holds up nicely ;D

eatmeatleet responds:

thank you, LSD! Always nice to hear from you. Yess this is probably my best loop from that year

[Final Fantasy VI - Terra's Theme Orchestrated]

I play this piece on my piano every now and then :)
It's very very pretty, and you've made a very very pretty rendition of it, giving it justice ^___^

I know it has been a while now, and you've probably moved on. That said, I think you could've indeed made a massive transition from the calm mood, to something uplifting (like the second part of the original Terra's Theme), with a full orchestra. That's not easy to pull off though. If you'd want inspiration, there's a pretty huge transition if another favorite piece of mine, around the middle:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=53SUc-kAfDc

So you could basically build into the more uplifting part, and naturally do it in your own way :D
Great job with what you've got already!

AceMantra responds:

Hey, thanks! :3
I was actually wondering what I should make next; maybe I'll go back and work on this one. The piece you suggested does spark some ideas. ;)

[Love Never Ending]

Just here to listen, and to let you know I thoroughly enjoyed your composition!
You've managed to create a personal song that really lets your emotions shine through. Now what could be more beautiful than that?

Bosa responds:

I was deeply inspired for this one ;)

It's always great to hear from you! Love you bro!

[Endowment]

I'm with Jordi. I enjoyed this piece a lot! :D

EctiBot responds:

Thanks Lucid, glad you enjoyed it ;).

[A Little Older, A Little Wiser]

A nice piece! I hope you do well in the competition. Not really a review, just wanted to let you know I finally remembered to listen, and that I enjoyed it!
Good luck ;)

P.S. That low bass sound tho!

larrynachos responds:

Thanks for the review, LSD! I made the bass myself in serum, is it bad?