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DARK DRONE SOUNDSCAPE Feedback please

Post by WeWillWriteUaSong » Thu Aug 18, 2016 1:42 pm

1st attempt(s) at a Dark Drone. Please let me know what you guys think. On target? Any fixes, opinions are greatly welcomed. Thank you all so very much, as always. :)

https://soundcloud.com/wewillwriteuason ... es/s-E8z2n

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https://soundcloud.com/wewillwriteuason ... on/s-B5kjV

DARK DRONE SOUNDSCAPE INSTRUMENTAL CUES are needed by a Music Licensing Company with a list of great placements in Film and TV. Please submit subdued, “drone-y” Instrumental Cues that could be featured along with the works of Trent Reznor & Atticus Ross, Hans Zimmer and Charlie Clouser. Listen to the references below to get an idea of what they’re looking for:

“Perihelion” by Trent Reznor & Atticus Ross

“Imperfect Lock” by Hans Zimmer

“Open Eyes” by Charlie Clouser

Submit subtle and textural Instrumental Cues with very little, to no melodic movement. Give them droning soundscapes that deliver a moody and ominous feeling, as instrumentation weaves in and out, to create a seamless piece of compelling underscore. You should stick to a singular motif throughout the entire cue to keep your submission emotionally cohesive. Your submissions can have subtle, non-tonal elements illustrated in modern cinematic sound design, or even the addition of some percussion as heard in the references. Don’t go crazy! Be sure to keep your Cue fairly simple, which is ultimately what this pitch is asking for.
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Post by Onaginoffegin » Thu Aug 18, 2016 2:08 pm

Hey Marcus, just my 2 cents: except for those moments where you briefly introduce a dark element, this track sounded more ethereal than dark, to me.
I think it has something to do with the pad you start off with. Instead of that pad, I'd introduce a dark, electronic bass drone, and weave in other sinister electronic elements as the piece progresses.
Just my opinion, though.
Also, it's helpful if you post the listing when asking for feedback. Makes it easier to give some advice if we can see the exact wording in the listing.
Not sure if you already have it, but Omnisphere has really nice sounds for a listing like this.
Good luck.


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Post by WeWillWriteUaSong » Thu Aug 18, 2016 2:38 pm

Thanks Henry. I fixed the OP. I can go back to the drawing board. I will take your advice thanks. I do have Omni2. I love it! I never had Omni1 so now I'm excited and feel like I can make soundscapes now haha. Thanks so much for the advice. Might you be able to screen this one? Is this one darker/dronier/more on target?

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Post by Onaginoffegin » Thu Aug 18, 2016 3:33 pm

Really nice, Marcus. I think you nailed it.


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Post by WeWillWriteUaSong » Fri Aug 19, 2016 9:32 am

Thanks so much for the feedback Henry!
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Post by SteinThorSoundtracks » Sat Aug 20, 2016 3:40 am

Really like them, think they shoud do well.

Don´t know about the endings, the first one had a strange ending and the second fade out.. maybe that does not matter but it´s something I noticed.

Good luck on this one
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Post by WeWillWriteUaSong » Sat Aug 20, 2016 9:38 am

Thank you Stein. Is there a better way they should end? It said natural decay ring out in the listing...how can I better achieve this within these pieces? Longer?
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Post by Onaginoffegin » Sat Aug 20, 2016 10:21 am

For me, the ending on "Approaching the Gates" sounds like a hit that rings out with a natural decay, not a fade.
I think it's fine.


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Post by WeWillWriteUaSong » Sat Aug 20, 2016 3:39 pm

Thanks again Henry! Posted today. Fingers crossed. Thanks for all the help
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Post by cassmcentee » Sat Aug 20, 2016 5:55 pm

Cool tunes Marcus!
Fingers crossed for ya :D
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