octopus58's audio Reviews on Newgrounds

[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

[Sweetest Summer Sunshine]

Awesome song! It definitely feels like the beginning of summer with all the good feelings coming from it, but it also radiates that "finally!" kind of mood, not sure whether its from the graduation or summer finally starting (or both lol). I really dig the progression as it keeps the energy going throughout with only minor breaks to introduce another segment. The chiptune arps were a cool addition, and the riser in the middle was fun too. Awesome stuff, keep it up!

supermelon-creations responds:

Thankss!!!

[Rock On Gustafa [AIM 2023]]

Really nice, definitely feels like relaxing farm music! I like how the song starts off with a slower tempo, builds it up suddenly around half way in, and then declines a bit towards the end. The combo of guitar and piano really suited well for the mood you were going for I think, and the melody is beautiful, happy and mellow. It was a great listen, keep up the awesome work!

Quarl responds:

Thank you Octopus, this compliment made it worthwhile! I'm typically all EDM but removing big dance drums from the equation left a lot of room for cows and stuff :p

[Skydive]

Very nice trance/house track, definitely feels sky-divey. Like you're falling and watching everything pass you in slow motion or something. The pads were great and helped with the kind of calm mood, and the plucks were also really nice as they kind of emphasized the falling feeling. Awesome work, keep it up!

XaiverXD responds:

Thanks! I'll be sure to make more soon. I have only 4 days left of school before summer break, and I will be producing more than I usually do.

[[Belastet] - Raindrop]

Really sounds like the splash version of Crying Soul with a bit of Basshunter lol, reminds me of early 2000s techno/dance in general. Nice to hear some nostalgic stuff once in a bit. I like the melody and the chord progression. Great work, keep it coming!

Belastet responds:

Thanks! Yes it's inspired by Crying Soul. i just changed some notes tho

[ARE YOU READY]

I like how heavy the bass is in this track, and the chops/sidechain is really cool too! Reminds me a bit of hard bass. While the chords stay mostly the same, the track progresses in a fun and entertaining way because every drop is very dancy and just generally enjoyable. Great work, keep it coming!

[Once And For All]

Beautiful and dramatic I love it! Definitely sounds very boss fight like, and just melancholy and hopeful at the same time. I love how the melody progresses over time as it's constantly evolving, making the battle feeling seem long and heavy. Also I like that the song jumps right into the meat with an awesome intro. Amazing stuff, keep it up!!

Interloping responds:

Aaaa my first comment, thank you so much!

I feel that I specialize in writing battle themes, albeit fast or slow paced. This is one of my favorite pieces so I'm glad it sat well with more people than myself

I'll do my best to keep the same level of quality, and more so as I learn more about FL Studio

[Preset 3]

I really dig the groove of this song. As soon as the melodic instruments started kicking in, it felt really good straight from the get go. It feels like some kind of beach house music for a night time sea view cafe. I like all the different melody variations so much, but I think the flute one is definitely my favorite. I feel very nostalgic, happy and relaxed listening to this. Awesome stuff, keep it up!!!

[GONGAGA]

Strange but groovy beat, I like it! I like the different parts where the harmony changes, and/or the percussion to kind of establish weird different phases. The mix is also really clean. Great work, keep it coming!

[Memory tunes]

I like how the song starts up, where it sounds like you are putting a cd into one of those portable players or something. It makes the song feel a little more authentic when it kicks in. The consistent pitch wobble through the song also establishes that retro sound of slightly broken hardware. The melody although repetitive is very nice and sweet. Great work, keep it up!