Score: 8
"Almost-tribal-sounding rhythm-only tune. Fresh."
date: August 25, 2008
I've not heard another tune that's 100% percussion on the AP. Very few elsewhere. So this is like a breath of fresh air.
The starting beats have a tribal quality and I love the rhythm that kicks in at 5s.
Starting beats could have maybe been a bit deeper though and had a bit more resonance. They sound slightly curtailed.
The 57-80ish section is another favourite bit of mine.
I definitely prefer the song when you stay away from the metallic bits of the drum kit, like the snare sound, cymbal etc. I found that that takes away from the sorta tribal vibe.
Also, the simple rock beat at 2:49 doesn't really work too well - not as interesting as everything else you've got going.
I'd love for this to become a series - I enjoyed this one and will definitely keep it. Maybe experiment with different percussive sounds and employing the rhythm in place of melody more - with a basic rhythm, then some riffs on that rhythm, the way a good song will riff on the melody.
August 26, 2008
Author's Response:
Hey now that's one helluva review!
I can see what you mean at 2:49... Didn't really think about it. Thanks!
A series... now that could be kinda fun! Thank you for a great review!
