octopus58's audio Reviews on Newgrounds

[RetroDriveMenuLoop]

I dunno if intentional (though I can guess a bit based on the song title), this really sounds like a game main menu track! That, or a more chill driving level in some kind of racing/driving part of a game. The bass feels really good, and the melody is simple but very fitting. It also feels like it loops perfectly! Also love the energy put into this and the synths you used. Great work, keep it up :)

StacheMoMusic responds:

Haha thats exactly what is was used for!!

[Euphoria]

The melody evolves so much, this is awesome! I was already enjoying the song so much, and while listening to it was expecting it to start repeating at some point but it just keeps going and changing and just being so beautiful... it's rare to hear *this* much variation in a song. And when it does repeat, it just sounds like an awesome callback. The selection of SID like instruments work very perfectly with each other, and the bass especially feels euphoric. It kind of reminds me of Shovel Knight music, yet still completely original and unique. This would fit perfectly on some action level in a pixel art like video game during a moonlight scene or something. I can say so much more good stuff about this song, but for now I'll say this is amazing, and I really hope you keep making more!!!!

LunitaCL responds:

Thanks, I am glad you liked it. Don't worry, I still have a lifetime to continue making more music.

[Fainted]

This felt like vacation for my ears ahhhh
Once the song fully fades in, I just feel so great; the nostalgic sounding melody alongside such beautiful synths make me sleepy and relaxed. The mixing is great, the melody is absolutely beautiful, and the progression carries me away into space. I thought a song called fainted would be more sad but instead it ended up being one of the most beautiful works of synthwave I have heard in a while, maybe this whole year! Everything about this just feels perfect. Amazing work, keep it coming!!

[Newer Horizon]

This definitely feels more "chill" for a video game song, and makes me think of watching the sun rise on an alien world. I really like it! The melody is very interesting and the progression is intriguing, with a feeling that makes you want to get up and just do stuff. I also love the selection of instruments you used like the crushed piano, the small pluck with the delay, and the slidey lead towards the end, they all work so great together to further amplify the beauty of the peace! I haven't heard your original track, but I'm really glad you uploaded this remake, because now I heard a new awesome song haha. Keep up the great work!!

TheSpacePunk responds:

Thank you so much for taking the time to give me such an amazing review of your feelings about this track :)
I really appreciate it!
And I'm really glad you match the vibe :D

You can check the first version of it in my audio portal, from 2016 ;)
Thanks again :D

[Curse of The Wicca]

I dunno who the Wicca is but this song is sick :D
I find it very interesting what you did with the vocal instrument, I haven't heard vocals be used like that much before... usually its dark or more harmonic for the background, but you kinda made it melodic here which is pretty cool! The other instruments you used were also great and really helped pack a great energetic punch in the song. It definitely feels like "boss" music because of the impending doom and the high level of action, so I think you did great on this! Keep up the awesome work :D

PandaThePanda responds:

You made my day! Thank you!

[frozen journey]

This song definitely feels chilly, kind of like you're either in some kind of ice plains at night or inside an ice cave. The main lead instrument you used is very hollow and really helps illustrate that cold feeling in the mind. The progression is also pretty energetic, which makes the song feel adventurous and journey like as well. I think you really accomplished what you were going for here! Great stuff, keep it up :)

EdKempeper responds:

Hi !
Thank you very much for this very complete review ! ;)

[Euphoria]

Ooh the drop immediately gives a big kick of awesome and upbeat energy, I love it! I think you nailed the feeling of euphoria in this, as it's full of excitement, wonder, adventure and happiness. The plucky instruments you used really helped illustrate this, but so did the great leads you cycled through. The other instruments are also very well picked, including the very crisp and powerful percussion. As for the melody, it is also great and adds a lot to the vibe of the song. Awesome stuff once again, keep up the amazing work!!

GlitchCatMusic responds:

Dude I love how in depth and kind all your comments are! I really appreciate all the thought you put into them ^^ So thank you :D

[Friendly Faces]

This track is definitely friendly, and also just pretty chill. I like the happy feelings it gives off and its lightheartedness. The melody progresses in a fun and entertaining way, and the percussion is interestingly arranged (with a lot of crash cymbals) yet it sounds pretty good I think! Very nice and happy song, keep up the great work :)

Krunkitude responds:

Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[The Ocean]

I thought this was gonna be tropical house at first, but it ended up being a cool (almost synthwave styled) song with tropical house instruments, big synths, and massive energy! It sounds like something that would play during a mission exploring the depths of a tropical sea or something like that. The melody is great and beautiful, and the song feels pretty dance-y. Great stuff, keep it coming and happy new year to you as well!

Slaureado responds:

Thanks for your feedback, it means a lot to me! I'm really glad you liked it)

[Eternal new]

This song has a feeling as if time slowed down, as it feels very introspective, but also very hopeful. The piano is very beautiful, even alone without any other instruments added. The melody just keeps evolving and the chord progressions are so beautiful. I only wish it was longer haha. Keep up the great work!

SarahRBC responds:

Maybe will be longer, eventually in another day.. or month..Even if small, thank you for this awesome review! I appreciate it. Thats very close to what i wanted to express! :) have a nice day.