from MacJams, notifying me that underdog has posted a new song. So I
come over here for a listen, and much to my surprise, I hear this
pleasant & optimistic synth-pop tune by underdog. Your stuff always
puts me in a happy place. So I hope you don't mind if I critique a bit. I
think the percussion track is too simple. Here's the thing: the song
starts off with these really cool analog synth sounds... and then enter
in those 16th note hits, which to me acts like a build to something
explosive. But the simple "live drum set" perc tracks keeps going
throughout the whole song. Now, keep in mind this could just be my
humble opinion, but I'd love to hear this thing get all aphex twin...
change up that perc track into a really compelling, complex texture
and you've got a poptastic hit! The dynamic of this song is pretty
constant and consistent throughout, and I'm a sucker for dynamic
builds, crescendos, percussion builds, etc. The flip side of my whole
critique is that if you were to add vocals, you've probably got the
perfect sound bed, a la Postal Service. Either way, I dig this --
especially your bass track. You got me off my absent butt and away
from the holiday chores to come listen and comment, Peter. Thanks for
sharing this. Look forward to more!

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ahhh miss c - purveyor of fine feedback. all points well taken. with my new rig
(live5) these tweaks are much easier to make than with my old setup. i agree
with you wholeheartedly - and I'll get tweakin'. were you OK with the melody
transition 2/3 deep in the track? it changes lanes from a dub groove to
alphaville without using turn signals.

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you guys tripme out lol ur badass i could listen to u all day i like your choice in beat

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You always impress with the warm/pop/icy pad synths, and this is no
exception. With the drums you use, the songs take a very airy or light
overall tone, which makes your sound distinctive. Love the fx bass to
start turning into a groove later on. I wouldnt change much, maybe
add some more layering on the drums a la chaos' advice. good stuff.

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Like that squishy bouncy bass sound... the jangly panned echoed
synths were not too distracting, but I wanted them to morph a little
more, they seemed to static. The fast arapeggio was a good bell/vibe
sound, but the cheapie-sounding synth strings that came in at about
2/3 through didn't sound right, too muffled? Liked the overall
structure.
ttfn,
Drakonis

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I was reading this comment just as that synth hit, and I nodded in approval of your suggestion. There's just something about it that doesn't quite gel.
All in all though, this is a very inviting and balanced track. I like the pace it keeps throughout.

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was soft and sweet! I could listen to that type of stuff all day.

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nice uprising

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I appreciate your sense of melody. it's lovely and organic. thanks,
your fan, kelli

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i hear ya dog
one love
killah

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