Epic Escape FINALmix (Sitar & Harp added)

[k o star]

FINAL:Just done mixing this one... time to wrap it up & send it in, abt few hours time...I'm not sure if I over squashed the mix??? as I wanted this one loud...I know Everyone is busy with submissions & work & Family...So I do really Appreciate if anyone can have a final check & feedbackIf U ve any time to spare, only if possible... Big Thank U in advance =)©2009, K.O. StaR (Kelvin Tan B.H.) -APRA-ESCAPE (Hybrid Orchestra) composed, performed, recorded & produced by Kelvin Tan B.H.Registered & Protected MCN:C2452-CF7DD-E60F0ESCAPE FINAL:http://www.taximusic.com/song.php?song_ ... rueorTrack 2 on:www.taxi.comRegards,KelThe Very NOW:Polished & 92.333 % done...Phew... these Orchestra pieces are pretty tough to mix huh!Thanks for all the Awesome feedback...-KelI just completely removed the melody lines & rewrote everything...so I really don't know if I destroyed this song completely or made it better... and I only got 1 day left to repair it before the listing due date... hmmm,Really need some feedback on this... if U can?Especially on the melody lines, cos that's what I changed..ESCAPE Modified:http://www.taximusic.com/song.php?song_ ... trueESCAPE Previous version:http://www.taximusic.com/song.php?song_ ... rueorTrack 2 and 3 on:www.taxi.com-KelFINAL NOW:Just recorded Sitar parts with my Variax 300 Ax...Exhausted...Escape:http://www.taximusic.com/song.php?song_ ... rueorTrack 2 on:www.taxi.comCheers,-KelPRESENT:Added melody lines & cleaned up the muddy drumparts as suggested... More feedback most welcometh-KPAST:Motivated by Orest's advice, I took a loan & got EWQLSO then got working on this track & created it in 2.5 hours. Hence, it's still in very rough form...Definitely easier to mix these Orchestral sounds as opposed to the cheaper softwares. Thanks Alexander... cool advice!Escape:http://www.taximusic.com/song.php?song_ ... rueorTrack 1 on:www.taxi.comAll feedback welcomethWill be back in abt 8 hours to check out other's works...Peace,Kel

[orest]

Man! Not bad! Is it silver edition you are using now, or gold? I think you have a good ground here! I would like to hear some more dynamics and maybe a melody as well in the beginning and at the end. The percussion sounds a little mushy as well, try to clean it up a little. I really like it and with some polish this could def. make it through!

[supahd]

I like! The percussion/gtrs def add the hybrid portion imo. The only thing in my limited experience I would suggest is changing up the orch part after a bit... Like maybe some flowing lines that build instead of all stabs etc.I was TRYING to get something for this yesterday but alas inspiration wasn't to be had. Hopefully I can whip something up before the deadline.Speaking of East West.. do they have any demo software available for these products? I wasn't able to find any on the soundsonline site.. would be nice though to see how it runs etc before making the investment. Their software makes me feel like a kid in a candy shop.. that composers pack looks nice.

[shawncullen]

Wow this is very much Metal Gear Solid. Have you thought of writing for computer games? This is great for that sort of thing. Great quality. And for 2.5 hours! Wow!I still say video games because I don't think it's catchy enough for tv/film about from as filler music in scenes if you know what I mean?Shawn

[k o star]

Thanks Orest for Ur constant Fantastic advice & vid links to soundtracks... Ur almost like a Mentor to me now.I got the Silver version... definitely shall eventually invest in the Platinum...Melody parts & Percussion clean up in the works...Thanks Supahd.. yes, more string variations/melodies in the works. I'm pretty sure they have demo version of EW. Think I saw it somewhere earlier... http://www.soundsonline.com/EastWest-Qu ... htmlThanks Shawn. Wow! Video Games is 1 of 3 of the areas I plan to infiltrate... so I'm very happy to hear that... Am in the process of sharpening my skills more & strive for Film too... Very glad U enjoyed.Regards,-Kel

[mazz]

This is on the right track, for sure.So why don't you and Orest collaborate on one of these listings? Your skills are complementary, IMO.Just a thought.Mazz

[orest]

That would be really nice, or what do you say K.O? This version has really improved! Much better!! The percussion rhythm is AWESOME! Love the guitar sound as well! You can always try to add some woodwind with the string melody later on, see if that makes the melody line even fuller. It's a good idea to let things rest for awhile as well, than go back with fresh ears. I spend much more time on one piece now then I did a year ago. But don't overdo it either.

[k o star]

Thank U Mazz... Excellent suggestion too!Orest... Absolutely Yes! I am honored to collaborate with U.also, Thanks for such Awesome & insightful feedback too... I will send U a PM too with contact email so we can further discuss our project/projects.U have been giving me so much useful feedback I really appreciate that.Wow, woodwind would be so interesting... will try that out man.-Kel

[wignelson]

This is a good action/adventure piece, but the distortion of the percussion is a distraction for me. It sounds like something tearing on my system. I would clean up that sound of the distorted guitar and replace with pizz contrabass or something similar. Even tuba for the bottom.Wig

[k o star]

Thanks Wig...I didn't think of experimenting with Tubas til now.. Good suggestion.-K