Reviews for Maelstorm (EliteFerrex Remix)

[Slain-By-The-Bell]

Dramatic and perfectly orchestrated

The orchestration was stunning. Instead of being upstaged by the lead guitar, the two balance each other out with the speed and distortion of the guitar with the slower, cleaner sound of the choir voice. As usual, the intro grabbed me immediately. As it continues, I can find myself constantly impressed by the melodies. Each song of yours is so unique and amazing in its own way, but out of all of the great works, this has got to be my favorite. To give this review a little more substance rather than just excessive praise, though that is what the song deserves, I would agree that there should be some transition at 1:40 from the guitar to the orchestration, but quite honestly, I don't care. Best symphonic metal track I've heard on Newgrounds. Amazing work!
-Slain-By-The-Bell

rtnario responds:

Wow, I don't know what to say...you've reviewed multiple works of mine ranging from originals to remixes; from rock to "video game" metal, folk metal and now symphonic metal. I really appreciate the review, and know what you refer to when you mention the choir, orchestration and guitars. After all, we have similar music tastes ^^

Again, yep, I really did rush myself in a way not thinking of adding a fading sustained note at 1:40 or even some noise from the guitar that signals the intro replaying at the end. What can I say - I was eager to get this track on Newgrounds Audio for everyone to hear XD Thanks so much for the detailed (fluffy and excessive, but detailed XD) review. Thanks even more for continuous and consistent reviews on my works; at least I now know two people in NG who I can rely on to criticize my work. :)

If you liked Maelstorm, the future will have more symphonic metal pieces from me. It's actually one of my most favorite (sub)genres of metal and likewise I have lots of concepts for songs in the genre waiting to be finished. But I'll share this one last thought of mine - one day, Newgrounds Audio will hear symphonic power metal, and it'll come from me. One day. ;)

[Turnable]

Only five reviews?

Not bad, Did you base this track off another song?
P.S. sorry for the short review, lol.

rtnario responds:

According to the author comments, yes. XD Thanks.

[JHolroyd]

duuuudeeee

i'm a metal enthusiast and i have to say the transitions in this song and the catchy riff work really well together. in true metal fashion you have also added the classical twist which just 'ups the ante' and gives the song a more epic sound. sorry that this isn't the longest review ever but you are really talented. i like this tune alot :) very nicely done!!

rtnario responds:

Wow, thanks a lot! I really was heading for symphonic metal, so that would explain the classical instruments. :)

[BARIAL]

COOL

THIS TRACK WOULLD BE PERFECT FOR FINAL FANTASY OR KINGDOME OF HEARTS OR OTHER WITH EPIC BATTLES. TO ARMS MY BROTHERS!!
WTF I AM SAYING?!?! MUHAHAH

rtnario responds:

Well, yes, it would fit in games of those sort. I'm glad you like it...that...much XD

[YetiPL]

Hmmm...

WTF IS MAELSTORM?! I heard this name many times in many games and videos and I still have no idea what it ORIGINALLY was...

rtnario responds:

It's a fancy name...XD "Maelstrom" refers to...*Google* a powerful circular current of water. Often modified to have the word "storm" instead of "strom" since it sounds fancy that way. :D