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|11| Surfin' the Net

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This is what I think of when I'm surfing the internet... calmly surfing mind you. I don't think this even counts as house anymore, but I'll still call it that because it doesn't really fit the other categories. I mean this could be kinda Synthwave but it doesn't have enough "future that never was" vibe...


If you haven't noticed, the last Balloof track inspired the use of the lead/pad... and also probably cemented my new music style. Expect more slow house down the road!


And umm, catcha later!


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Soon, Balloof was home. Sweet sweet home... of a cardboard box, an old CRT monitor, some compute stick, 17 adapters to bring the video signal from the mini computer to the screen, and WiFi he definitely didn't steal the password of from the shopping mall. Even though he lived in a cardboard box in some random alley, he still had to pay rent. Don't ask why.

But, he wasn't here to complain about his life decisions that led to this point, he had to buy a weapon... The thing came out of acid, therefore to neutralize an acidic monster, you use an alkaline sword! Thankfully the popular online store Sahara.com had him covered. It's even Sahara Prime one-day delivery™*.

He placed his order, and began mindlessly surfing the internet. With his super advanced AI he created that is capable of dominating the world in a day or two, he's able to browse the net without ever coming across unsafe things. How convenient.


p.s. Also, if you haven't noticed, I'm addicted to using the ride cymbal.


p.p.s. Actually, I see myself browsing the old internet in the dial-up days... wait that's synthwave...


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hmmm this actually feels more indie to me... first thing that comes to mind is that you should utilize effects on that lead at the beginning, yes it is dry and repetitive, (and i think you purposefully made it repetitive) but adding effect automation (like idk flanger, gross beat, panning, etc.) and messing with the sound a bit really hooks the listener in without doing much to the melody itself. they really help for that surreal and psychedelic vibe.

those drums... are those fpc drums? nevertheless the hats and rides are a bit too loud, the snare could have a cut at the low mids and a boost at the highs and maybe layered (or even replaced, tho that type of sound already fits the vibe) with one that has more punch to it. i'd also add more punch to the kick, probably with some added compression and distortion. (but not to the point where it gets fuzzy tho) your fills are okay, maybe add in some toms for variety.

the song feels slightly empty when everything comes together, some pads playing big chords or added instrumentation could help make it more fuller and immersive. (added percussion and sfx would also help too) your bass could be a bit more louder at the low end... feels pretty weak honestly

a revised version of this eh? i really like the indie vibes this gives off, almost comparable to the ones one may find out there. hope it works well fam!

PartyBalloof responds:

Thanks for the review! I'll try to incorporate everything in my revision, though the list has gotten quite big now.

I have no idea what fpc drums are. The drumset I used is a mix and match of whatever I felt sounded good. I'm only using whatever comes stock with FL Studio Mobile 3

Here's the full list if interested:
WD Hi-Hat Closed 06, FL Linn CH, FL Linn OH, FL Grv Kick Acourstic 03, Hyper GoldenDays Snare 01, WD Ride 02, FL Broken Crash, FLGrv Crash 01

relaxing

It missing that vibey feeling to it. I really think the song would benefit from more reverb as well as making the beginning just a tad bit more dynamic. I think a synth lead could have been somewhere between 1:17 and 3:50 to benefit the feeling conveyed in the song.

Overall I think the song could do a better job of bringing out the feeling in it to really make a surreal listening experience. I just feel there isn't enough to it. It's not that the feeling is not there, it's just that it's underwhelming. I wish you the best of luck in the future and I hope this was helpful!

I like your new style! Definitely goes into the favourites!

This is really great!

PartyBalloof responds:

Thanks!

Credits & Info

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Listens
384
Faves:
2
Downloads
3
Votes
7
Score
4.11 / 5.00

Uploaded
Aug 19, 2021
8:25 AM EDT
Genre
House
File Info
Song
10.4 MB
4 min 33 sec
Software
  • FL Studio Mobile 3
Misc. Kit
  • 100BPM

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