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Laid To Rest (Ambienta Melodica)
Hi all, This is a track I did a couple of months ago. I messed around with it for ages so thought it was about time for an airing Feedback more than welcome http://www.soundclick.com/bands/page_music.cfm?bandID=754343 Bestest, Paul
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RE: Ambienta Melodica
2009/03/18 21:43:53
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I don't normally like trance techno....... usually I shut it off after about 15 seconds...... but I found this to be quite interesting...... I like the sound scapes in this.... nice job. sweet synths...
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RE: Ambienta Melodica
2009/03/18 21:46:18
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ORIGINAL: Guitarhacker
I don't normally like trance techno....... usually I shut it off after about 15 seconds...... but I found this to be quite interesting...... I like the sound scapes in this.... nice job. sweet synths...
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RE: Ambienta Melodica
2009/03/18 21:47:40
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Nicely done Paul.
Just my cup of tea. This may get looped a few times while i write.
Cheers
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RE: Ambienta Melodica
2009/03/18 21:57:46
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Cool! A new song. I visit your Soundclick page every now and then and just hit the big play button to go through all of the songs. One of the things I like about your music is the incorporation of real instruments, such as the piano in this song and the guitar in the previous song. I like to do the same with my music when it fits.
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RE: Ambienta Melodica
2009/03/18 22:27:55
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I like it! Mixed well, thoughtful, definitely groovy!
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RE: Ambienta Melodica
2009/03/18 22:38:17
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Nice. I am becoming more and more receptive to this music after being on the board. By this music I mean NO VOX, Ha. It is well recorded and has nice changes and dynamics. What I am not really fond of is the "electronic drum rolls". Not just in this song but others I've heard. I know, that's all part of getting used to it. I like your song a lot.
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RE: Ambienta Melodica
2009/03/19 08:06:37
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Sound great to me. You've done an excellent job with the presentation.
Thanks for sharing,
Tom
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RE: Ambienta Melodica
2009/03/19 11:27:49
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Paul
Between you and Dave .........I love listening to both of your music.........You as well need to put a cd out ......I would love to have your music reside on my MP3 Player and in my regular rotation.......You guys are just the best in this Genera of music..........you have strong content.......melodic ideas.........enough changes.......enough dynamics........build ups.....releases........clean mixes........well balanced.......etc...........it makes you move
I have listened to Three very top notch artists this morning ..........You ......Dave and Larry / James of SMB......ok ok that is four........but all of you guys are just superb...........I really would love to have you guys to listen to ...........................
Nice work
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RE: Ambienta Melodica
2009/03/19 12:28:20
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The intro reminde me of Yanni's music, which I happen to like.. You must have that limiter cranked on the master buss!! LOL! Great sounds and samples. Those quiet passages are very peaceful/serene. Yeah, I liked it, especially the piano. Good melody line.
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RE: Ambienta Melodica
2009/03/20 04:00:53
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Hi all.... thanks so much for a great response! I will reply some more later, when I have time (work just gets in the way!!.........) Thanks again, Paul
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RE: Ambienta Melodica
2009/03/20 16:33:05
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Very nice chilled stuff. Thanx.
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RE: Ambienta Melodica
2009/03/20 16:59:10
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Awesome work, Paul! No criticism here - this one is pretty much perfect. Solid melody and I love the piano work and the breakdown. The length of the song is just right IMO - I get pretty bored with tacked-on DJ-friendly intros/outros that go nowhere, so I really like that your tracks get to the point and are listenable throughout. I give it all 5 stars. 
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RE: Ambienta Melodica
2009/03/21 10:50:02
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Thanks all! Dave, always a pleasure! Cliff, perhaps me and Dave will colab one day - could you handle that??!! Seriously, I do appreciate your enthusiasm! I have introduced a new sound after the intro, and also in the break. The mix on this did take ages I have to say. I'm 'into' EQ and compression more than I used to be which does make a difference when used wisely. I have been signed by a promoter and a CD is due out 1st May, called 'ElectroStatic'. It will be a complete mixture of tracks, so hopefully something for everyone. Also a few vocal mixes that no-one has heard yet I will keep you posted. Thanks again everyone, Paul
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RE: Ambienta Melodica
2009/03/23 06:27:56
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ORIGINAL: mose
Cool! A new song. I visit your Soundclick page every now and then and just hit the big play button to go through all of the songs. One of the things I like about your music is the incorporation of real instruments, such as the piano in this song and the guitar in the previous song. I like to do the same with my music when it fits.
Thanks for that great compliment! Best wishes, Paul
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RE: Ambienta Melodica
2009/03/23 07:33:51
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some nice chord changes in this, just enough minor cadences to keep me interested (i like some darkwave electronic stuff, acts like Arcana and Ildfrost). great production.
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RE: Ambienta Melodica
2009/03/24 06:43:16
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ORIGINAL: mgh
some nice chord changes in this, just enough minor cadences to keep me interested (i like some darkwave electronic stuff, acts like Arcana and Ildfrost). great production.
Thanks very much for your comments! Much appreciated Bestest, Paul
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RE: Ambienta Melodica
2009/03/24 12:54:13
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Paul Thanks all! Dave, always a pleasure! Cliff, perhaps me and Dave will colab one day - could you handle that??!! Seriously, I do appreciate your enthusiasm That would be increadable!!!!!!! Yes I have been signed by a promoter and a CD is due out 1st May, called 'ElectroStatic'. It will be a complete mixture of tracks, so hopefully something for everyone. Also a few vocal mixes that no-one has heard yet I will keep you posted Please do.........Now we need to get Dave to put out......a CD that is !!!!! Oh you wern't thinking ......... shame..... CD Yeah....... Congratulations I wish you a lot os success Cliff
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RE: Ambienta Melodica
2009/03/25 08:50:10
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ORIGINAL: mgh
some nice chord changes in this, just enough minor cadences to keep me interested (i like some darkwave electronic stuff, acts like Arcana and Ildfrost). great production.
Thanks mgh, much appreciated! Always good to know the production is up to sctratch Bestest, Paul
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RE: Ambienta Melodica
2009/03/25 09:41:49
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Hey mate, this is excellent. I was listening to the intro, before it got "proper techno" and was thinking this could be developed into a whole ambient/relaxation piece of its own.
I love the key changes, the drop in/out of the instruments and the timing change in the middle! Awesome stuff.
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RE: Ambienta Melodica
2009/03/25 10:12:18
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This sounds very good. SMooth and grooving. I hear nothing amiss in the mix. 
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RE: Ambienta Melodica
2009/03/25 17:29:49
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Thanks you JudZilla & No How....... That intro did infact start out as being a full-on ambient peice but i get all carried away and go crashing in! Can't help it! I appreciate your feedback Bestest, Paul
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RE: Laid To Rest (Ambienta Melodica)
2009/03/25 18:31:55
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Hi,
Really nice progression, great dynamics and arranging and all around sound. Very, very nice!!
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RE: Laid To Rest (Ambienta Melodica)
2009/03/25 20:20:50
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Prevalence,
Nice work. I admit that I know nothing of the Trance scene or music, I'm just learning about it.
What you've done with this piece impressed me with your orchestration and arrangement. Seems like just about the time I'm starting to get a little fidgety with a section, you change it to something that is very interesting. You have a great sense of when something needs to change and move on, musically.
Now, if you would indulge my ignorance for a minute: This piece is called "Trance" music but, to my ignorant ears, it sounds very much like something one could dance to. Is "trance" music usually so dance-friendly? I ask because to my way of thinking, something called "trance" music might be super-mellow and hypnotic and not have all the rhythmic drive of this piece.
This is not a criticism, mind you, it's a legitimate question from someone who is not familiar with the "trance" or "dance" music scene. I'm an old blues/rock guy and I'm just trying to understand the terminology of your genre.
Really nicely done piece. Like it very much.
Best regards,
Bill
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RE: Ambienta Melodica
2009/03/26 12:31:09
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Congratulations
I wish you a lot os success
Cliff
Thanks Cliff, much appreciated Bestest, Paul
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RE: Ambienta Melodica
2009/03/26 15:06:03
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No crits, thumbs up! Definitive dancable 
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RE: Ambienta Melodica
2009/03/26 16:03:28
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This isn't my usual type of music, but I like the exceptional examples and this is sure one! I like the chords you chose, and you know when to soften the mood and then when to punch it back up.
My only criticism is that it's a bit bright, and looks like it could use some more low-to-midrange equalization.
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RE: Laid To Rest (Ambienta Melodica)
2009/03/29 13:48:38
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Prevalence,
Nice work. I admit that I know nothing of the Trance scene or music, I'm just learning about it.
What you've done with this piece impressed me with your orchestration and arrangement. Seems like just about the time I'm starting to get a little fidgety with a section, you change it to something that is very interesting. You have a great sense of when something needs to change and move on, musically.
Now, if you would indulge my ignorance for a minute: This piece is called "Trance" music but, to my ignorant ears, it sounds very much like something one could dance to. Is "trance" music usually so dance-friendly? I ask because to my way of thinking, something called "trance" music might be super-mellow and hypnotic and not have all the rhythmic drive of this piece.
This is not a criticism, mind you, it's a legitimate question from someone who is not familiar with the "trance" or "dance" music scene. I'm an old blues/rock guy and I'm just trying to understand the terminology of your genre.
Really nicely done piece. Like it very much.
Best regards,
Bill
Thanks for your kind words, Bill. Much appreciated. The production took a long time There is an excellent article on Wikipedia about Trance music..... It explains in great detail the origins of Trance and also the many styles within the genre:- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trance_music Like most things, there is a lot more to it than meets the eye (or ear! ) Bestest, Paul
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RE: Ambienta Melodica
2009/03/31 12:27:42
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ORIGINAL: M. Man
No crits, thumbs up!
Definitive dancable
Thanks mate! Much appreciated Bestest, Paul
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