octopus58's audio Reviews on Newgrounds

[Runner for Summer]

The song definitely feels run-y haha, awesome! It has that retro-ish feeling to it again, like late 80s or something, which I really like. The melody is also very carefree and happy. I like the variation as it goes on, as it makes it feel like the run is a little journey. Great work once again, keep it coming :D

[dyxren. - in a field of flowers]

You definitely made this sound magical! I really like the progression you wrote for this one, it repeats here and there but it's all good as it still sounds awesome and helps instill familiarity. I like how you also change it up a bit at the end! My favorite instrument has got to be the string/mellotron like instrument that has a highpass filter on it, it really helps with the lo-fi mood on it. Great work, keep it up!

DistortedVortex responds:

thanks, i believe the whole highpass thing is caused by Vinyl which is a GOATed VST to mimic the sounds of worn down vinyl records obviously there are other VSTs aswell but i choose vinyl because of how it replicates all of the sounds of a 80s record player that has been used alot to the point it might break yet it doesn't

[Numbing]

You made this in an hour? It sounds so nice! I like how it starts off simple, but gets more beautiful as it goes along and then the first drop just felt so great to hear. The break in the middle was also really nice before returning some of that groove back. I love the reverb and the extra choice of synth and breakbeats. This song makes me feel relaxed and happy. Awesome work, keep it up!

[Woven Tapestry]

This sounds relaxing, reflective and just so beautiful! The guitar playing is so intricate and well done, and I love how many different variations you go through with it. The reverb really helped make this sound relaxing and also gave the song a lot of space. But yeah this is awesome, keep it up!!

[Cyberpunx]

The song jumps right into the meat from the beginning, nice! It rides on a fun intense energy with a very wide range of frequencies and perfect mixing. I love all the phases of the melody and all the different effects and instruments you used here. It feels like something that would play when fighting a very powerful enemy or when driving in heavy rain. Absolutely love this, keep up the awesome work!

[Wavetable Jazz]

This is super groovy, it reminds me of all those demos the old MIDI keyboards would come with that you could just spam in the store haha. I love how you kept authentic to going for that old MIDI feel while making the song sound groovy and fun without anything extra. It just feels good and spaced out, relaxing and exciting at the same time in a way. The progression is also really nice. Just awesome stuff in general, keep it up!

[Challenged By The Captain]

Another great song! Definitely feels boss theme like again just with a different mood. It also loops so seamlessly I didn't notice that I listened to the whole thing uh.. 4 times already haha. I love the consistent energy in the track, and the amazing harmony that comes along with the awesome melody. It just feels like within the minute and a half there is so much variation that it won't get boring to listen to even if it loops like 10 times! Amazing work once again, keep it coming :D

Interloping responds:

Can you tell Ive played a bit too much pokemon recently? 🤔

I wanted to cast the same shadow as the leaders of the "team ______" from your typical pokemon games with my own flare. It was incredibly difficult not to copy anything they have going since they've covered most of the bases with that chord progression as a whole.

I think I'll be taking a small break, I pumped that piece out in 5 hours and my wrist is a bit angry at me for it 😖

[Starstruck Jungle Zone]

I never saw that gameplay, but I think the music you wrote definitely fits very well! It's not the classic Sonic music I'm used to, but it definitely feels very fitting with the breakbeats, the fast pace, and the mix of classic and modern instruments. I think you managed to create a pretty unique feel in general as it sounds like a mix between classic sonic melodies, classic instruments, and modern sonic sound. The melody itself is enticing and fun, and definitely gives me jungle feelings too! Also love how you managed to squeeze in orchestra hits haha. Awesome work, keep it up!!

[Wow]

Sounds like early 2010s eurodance/dance, very nostalgic! Also feels like it still has somewhat of a modern twist with some risers from and effects EDM stuff. The song flows nicely, it doesn't stagnate even with the repetitive melody as you always add some variation over it to make it sound new. Song itself also feels strong and powerful in terms of mood. Great work, keep it up!

[Geoplex - Esoteria]

As soon as that intro started I knew this was going to be an awesome song. But man this is super out there! I love how crisp and perfect the mixing is, and the combination of all the different instruments you used. My favorite you've used is definitely the saxes, but the guitars and vocals really stapled the mood. It's just a very feel good, exciting song that makes me happy and energized. And all the drops are just the most beautiful thing ever, they really amplify everything x100. Fantastic work, keep it coming!!!

Geoplex responds:

Thank you! I appreciate the detailed response <3 also love how relevant your name is to this song, hahaha