I like the synth arpeggios and quirky drone-like synth at the beginning. The melodies at :28 are nice too - great triumphant vibe. The crisp drums and build-up at 1:02 are nice too. The drop at 1:09 has some nice rhythmic content, but the pads and atmosphere sound a bit thin there. I would’ve liked to see you fill out the texture more with some reverb or other mixing effects or backing harmonies. The re-intro at 2:09 was good for some variety, and I really like the melodies at 2:16, which in turn lead well into the second drop at 2:51. I’m glad you shook up the drop the second time around - the synths feel more grating and urgent there, which is fitting for the concluding minute or so of the piece, and the fat bass at 3:24 is great. That said, the second drop has all the same problems as the first one - thin pads, dry mix, etc. Overall, though, the sound design, production quality, progression, and mood of the piece are all really nice. Keep at it, Pixxlman! ^_^
Mixing, mastering, and balance
1.75/2
Structure, transitions, phrasing, and variety
1.5/1.5
Melody, tonality, harmony, and texture
1.75/2
Instrumentation and sound design
1/1
Emotion, atmosphere, and catchiness
1.25/1.5
Originality and uniqueness
.5/1
Overall (how do the elements above interact?)
.5/1
Composite score
8.25/10