octopus58's audio Reviews on Newgrounds

[Facemelt]

Very energetic and action packed build up, awesome! I like the instruments you used, especially the lower growly ones and the high screechy ones to give this industrial-ish effect. I don't know why but this also reminded me a little bit of modern sonic music (adventure/heroes) but on crack lol (in a good way). There's just so much action and heaviness in it, and it also does an amazing job at establishing atmosphere and mood. The dubstep heavy sections where the rhythm changes slightly were also great additions. Keep up the amazing work, this was awesome to listen to!!

HardRoar responds:

I'm actually inspired by many sonic songs, my main inspirations from them is Hideki Naganuma and Tomoya Ohtani but I'm also inspired by artists like The Qemists and Celldewller in some aspects. I appreciate the feedback and i am glad you enjoyed it.

Edit: sorry, Typos lol

[Connect - Digitized]

The progression of this song is very interesting; it takes a while to get to different parts, but each part is severely different than the previous one. It makes it feel like a very interesting journey, with a lot of trance and dance vibes. I love it a lot! You chose a very good kick for the song, and the sidechain helped a lot in the places you used it. The melody always changed and evolved which also made the song fun to listen to from beginning to end. Great work, keep it up!!

LHPixel8 responds:

funnily enough looking back on this, there actually is no side-chaining on any instruments. I think the lead just has a slight attack which gives the illusion of a sidechain.

when I made this song originally back in 2022, I had no concept of side-chaining.

[Fatal Fields]

Pretty interesting groove you got going on through this song. I'm usually not a fan of trap but this is different, sounds like a slow techno-y kind of trap that also sounds like video game music at the same time. Something for a weird cave or strange atmosphere in general. Melody is unusual but in a good way, and the progression is slow which fits the mood perfectly. Great work, keep it coming :)

Colin8tor responds:

thanks!

[Court of the Garlic King]

I found two things very interesting about this song: Firstly the chord progression is unusual but very interesting, kind of a mix between sounding royal and menacing. Secondly, the melody being grouped in bars of 6 is cool too, as usually it's in groups of 4 (or multiples like 8 or whatever). Both those decisions gave the song a quite creative edge! The chiptuney-ness reminded me of Shovel Knight but still sounded very unique. Once again great work, keep it up!

[Mirror Heart]

Reminds me a little bit of Donkey Kong Country music with a breakbeat kick and some other unique elements, very nice! The bass was an interesting choice but it warmed up to me really quickly and I think it was a great decision. The melody itself is interesting as it feels a little unexpected at times but that's also another thing that gives this song its edge. I love all the different percussive instruments you used as well. Awesome work, keep it up!

[Tropical Euphoria]

Very nice and smooth tropical music, I like it! Sounds like something that would perfectly fit looking out the window on a car ride along a tropical coast during sunset. The plucks with the reverb sound very fitting of the genre, and the retro synths also really fit in the harmony. Great work, keep it coming!

[Delve]

Interesting mix of melancholy, calm, and a little happy/relieving. The instruments you chose with the low cut off really help establish this calm feeling at least while the melody establishes the moods. I like how for each phase there are different parts that make it feel like the song will change chords, but it stays on the same sustained chord. It helps emphasize the feeling of falling, just something being dragged out, but in a good way. Keep up the great work!

[AIM - Harmonic Dispersion]

This sounds happy and chirpy, I like it! The melody flows very nicely and is soothing and exciting at the same time. The instruments you chose, from pads to synths, all sound amazing and work together very well. All the drops make an exciting buildup worth the wait and just boost the mood with good feelings. Great work, keep it up!!

LordAndiso responds:

Thank you soo much! I appreciate it :)

[Ice Caverns]

Very subtle, very beautiful, and definitely very gentle. It sounds happy and a bit melancholic with a magical feel to it. Definitely reminds me of classical music to a large extent, specifically the styles of Bach and a British composer I forgot the name of (oops). The reverb really helps establish the space and makes this song feel roomy. The choice of organs and bells was perfect too, gives the song a cold feeling to it. Amazing and beautiful work, I'm really happy I found this song. Keep up the awesome work!!!