Big-Boss's audio Reviews on Newgrounds

[Seeking Stars]

The kick is is too high pitched for most of the song. It got better towards the end, but before that it definitely stood out.

Besides that, this is a pretty nice song. I like the upbeat melody.

[Calm Paradise]

I can definitely see myself just sitting outside and chilling in the sun while listening to this.

The guitar really matches the beach theme, as does the wave sound effect.

Great work!

AlexMaden responds:

5 Stars?!
Thanks a lot! :D

[iDubbZtep (Finished)]

This song is pretty cool, except for 1:14 and 1:56. The guy's voice and what he says really lowers my score for this song. Those sound effects just don't go well with the song and I don't think they could go together well with any song.

Like ApolloWolf said, some people will hate that stuff. I hate it because it kind of ruins the song. Others might hate it because they find it offensive. Those two sound effects were just not good effects to put in this song.

Also, the ending sounds a bit cut off.

AlexMaden responds:

Haha, I never expected many people to like the refrences the guy said.
But it's one of my favourite Youtubers, and at first hand this was just an experiment.
I'm thinking of remaking this into something better in the future! :))

[Lost Stars]

It is a nice, calm song. I like how you applied the 8-bit style to it.

It's just a little too repetitive, though. The main sound of the song doesn't really change. The sounds in the background keep changing, but the main 8 bit sound should've been changed up a little bit at some point in the song.

[Alien Invasion]

It has a really nice space vibe to it. Especially when it's soft at the beginning and when it gets more intense towards the end. Also, in between the soft and more intense parts of the song, you have a nice build up.

The only reason I'm not giving this song 5 stars is because of the soft bit between 1:28 and 1:34. I feel like you could've had a better transition there.

AlexMaden responds:

Haha, thank you! :D

Awh man, I guess the part between 1:28 and 1:34 is judged by personal taste.
Some people have liked it, and some other didn't.
I'm happy for your review, I love any kind of feedback! :))

[Fight Against Your Beliefs]

The beginning should've changed up a lit bit sooner to not sound so monotonous.

Besides that, this song is beautiful. The buildup to the climax is fantastic. Then the cool down after the climax is also great and ends the song very well.

Keep up the good work!

MysteriousPresence responds:

Thanks a lot, I maybe should reconsider my intros next time ! X)
Glad you liked it ! =)

[Get On It]

I really like the club vibe that the song has. I also like the kick. But that's about it when it comes to what I like about this song.

This song just has too many unfitting sounds in it. The one that stands out the most is that high pitched"hopping" sound. Also, the main techno sound in this song kind of sounds like a bad soundtrack from an old SNES game.

Your transitioning could also use some work. I just didn't think that using a couple of seconds of silence was a good form of transitioning in this song. It just didn't sound right.

This song started off promising, but then everything I listed above happened. It needs a lot of work, but it's definitely not terrible. Just keep on improving!

ToadieTechnika responds:

Finally, the first time I've received a comment that would help me improve on music :D
I'll note your comment since it's really helpful, thank you very much ^_^

[her name was Susie!]

I wasn't expecting this song to be so catchy! It's great! I definitely get an 80's vibe from it too, so you hit that spot on!

A couple of things I'd like to point out are that when the techno kicks in at 0:13 it sounds a bit too loud.

The drums should also be a bit louder.

demon1000 responds:

Thanks Mate!

[Espionage]

I know in the Review Request Club you said that maybe someday you'll make something that doesn't sound like a video game, but why stop at what you're good at? Your songs do sound like they could be used in a video game, but that's a good thing!

Anyways, about this song, it's pretty good. I especially like 1:20 to 1:30.

One thing I wish you did, though, was change the kick for a little bit somewhere in the song. It eventually gets kind of annoying to listen to.

Kalviter responds:

Thanks for the feedback! I just mentioned the video game thing because it's unintentional. I've never actually set out to make a video game song, it just kinda happens, so I was saying maybe one day I won't step back from a project and immediately think "Oh, it happened again." I'm glad you like it anyway though, and I get the thing about the kick, it's fairly constant, some variety would help it.

[Africa calls]

This was definitely named appropriately, haha. The African theme of this song is a nice change of pace from what I usually hear on Newgrounds.

I especially love the drums and the trumpet (I think?). The trumpet or whatever it is, is what gives it it's terrific upbeat sound.

With all of the instruments you used, I can really see an orchestra playing this song. It sounds THAT professional and well done.

Another reason I love this song is because it reminds me of the The Lion King, which holds a special place in my heart. Another example of how professional this song sounds.

I've never heard something quite like this on Newgrounds. It's too good for Newgrounds, if you ask me. It's absolutely amazing.

EagleGuard responds:

Glad the name was appropriate in this case, haha! No trumpets in here, I'm afraid, though what you're referring to are probably either the string sections, or the french horns that appear later on.

The Lion King might very well have been a subconscious inspiration for this piece, to be honest. In a way, it also reminds of the Civilization IV theme.

Anyway, many thanks for your very flattering compliments!