Neophyte-Ronin's audio Reviews on Newgrounds

[Death Rise]

Desperate Need for Solo

I don't know... the fad about zombies is nowhere near the kind of horror movie I prefer to watch, to tell the truth. Actually I find that subject matter rather humorous. So I'm torn about what to think of the lyrics. However, you have succeeded in creating an album worthy of commercial publishing, and this song would likely get a music video as suggested.

If you're worried about the lack of a solo (and yes, the song seems empty without at least one), why not do what many musicians do these days and recruit their buddies or cross-label acts and pour some varied talents in here? We know what Metaljonus is capable of doing, or how about a symphonic rock number? An eerie piano piece by MilkManDan, maybe? What happened to KinderGaia, who performed voice-overs for a track?

I make the suggestion because the music stands solid on its own, but if you wanted to really shout out to this community, you'd pool some blood all around you. After all, it's a metal song about zombies and decaying society. Blood effects are often a big part of those stupid movies, anyway.

Bad-Man-Incorporated responds:

Thanks dude.

The connotations towards zombies was half metaphoric in a silly sense. As society is "zombified" into killing ourselves, it is like a joke that no one gets.

Until its too late.

As for the solo, I did shout out to the community in a way to include a member. It was just taking too long. I couldn't really move on to anything new, until I released. This song has been finished for months. Which is no big deal, I've made artists wait for me, because of real life. I just really wanted to move on. Nothing against them. I didn't ask Metaljonus because he's busy with his own gig...and if I knew Dan would have ripped a new one, I would have asked him. :)

C'est la vie. It's done and I can move on to much heavier, brutal stuff. :)

I added my own short solo, and actually like it better without more...because it "feels" as empty as society's soul.

Thanks as usual for an in depth review and all your support.\m/

[Habeas Corpses]

Something's Not Right Here....

I take it you don't like due process of law. Or zombies. Or maybe it's a stretch to think the United States Constitution is still in effect after a zombie plague happens. That's a rather cynical attitude to have, isn't it?

This is just a really fucked-up song and ill-recommended for anybody with little or no sense of humor.

Decapitorium responds:

Maybe you just hold an absurdist worldview.

The song is a commentary on how the writ of Habeas Corpus has been effectively removed from the American judicial system.

[God Bless USA w/ Laser Vision]

Thank God, Lyrics are Posted....

Nice of you to list this as satire.

It tickled me a couple of times and the sound quality is okay, but the singing seems a bit rushed and gets drowned out from all the chaos. Fix it if you can.

[HAI SYMBOL]

And HAI to You, Too.

Brought you up half a point (.50) because this is one harsh short. See? You don't need drums to feel like nothing would make you feel even more better than going out and fucking murdering Tuesday Afternoon. But today is Thursday so you have to wait five more days. Balls....

Bad-Man-Incorporated responds:

Haha, thanks man...was just trying to put something together for SymbolCymbols request on his thread. Glad you dig it. Next Tuesday is gonna get an axe-kickin.

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[Full Metal Giraffe]

Like Mega Man on Roofies and Red Bull

When I finally program a Contra-esque game, you're the first I'll think of in terms of the soundtrack. 'Nuff said.

Schleif responds:

thanks a lot! glad you dig \m/

[Brutal Boss Music! DIE!!]

Awesome Soundtrack for Mediocre Game

I recall "They Came From 'Nam" was given a lukewarm reception. I played and beat the first boss and, upon realizing its extreme difficulty, spared myself a lifespan drop of one hour and bothered not to go any further. Of the Game Jam entries, "They Came From 'Nam" was one of the lesser ones, as far as votes go. So few people would ponder fondly of the ripping boss music, even if it is technically sound and right up a video game's alley. Schleif ought to find another game development project that will exploit his track to its fullest. This is a far more epic boss than a sheet of fucking paper that's filling the screen. Seriously.

This is definitely a thrash-fest, and a digitized one at that. Bet Schleif can compose for an actual metal band, and let them make his material a fleshed-out reality. All that's missing is a few roars and screams from the man himself, although really that's just optional. Nice to know it loops well, too.

Because it fit and it is a sound composition, I will vote five on the soundtrack for "They Came From 'Nam", but I won't do the same for the game itself....

Schleif responds:

thank ya, i really appreciate it! i'm sure the game would have turned out better if they had more time. glad you like the music!

[Pretend to Kill BADMAN.]

Not Every Track is a Crowning Achievement, but....

Excuse me, but why would anyone JUST pretend to kill Bad-Man? They'd GO OUT AND FUCKING try all they might... but watch in horror as their heads exploded from his SHEER EXCELLENCE! Yes, it's that deadly. Probably the only reason the metalheads around Newgounds dare not form a meet-up of some kind: their heads are better off left intact....

Well anyway, Bad-Man is right. This is a shit track that could do with better mastering. Of course, rather than the competition it's made for, it would work better in a cinema all by itself, perhaps the intro of a villainous bully or masked killer with chainsaw or whatever, because let's face it: movie soundtracks aren't really into insane 360 bpm solos that fly all over the leads' axes that smoke from excessive duress. No. They sound slow, methodical, and gritty... which is exactly what this track is. If it isn't used for the battle of guitar contest, then some cocksucker with a tablet and his wits would illustrate something to this tune's hardened beat... provided that it's promoted in like fashion.

Like anybody should complain about mixing. Bad-Man has gone a very long way from his early days on the site in terms of mastering or getting that proper sound into a small file size at Newgrounds, whether it be for a game soundtrack or just to whip us like the boys we really are at heart... and I gotta tell you: this track is still a step above what he was doing several years ago. Though he is loath to admit it, his preference for slow, evil pacing in his tracks does not detract from the quality.

See, not everybody can thrash like the Big Four, and they really shouldn't use that as a gauge to determine their quality. Some guys prefer rhythm and kick ass anyway. Others, like Gore-Bastard, destroy their tracks with potty humor get-togethers with their buddies. As for Bad-Man, he honestly should not care too much about what others think: he's a solid musician, and even this shit track offers testament to it.

Post-Script: That's by no means a crack on Gore-Bastard or his Death-FUCKING-Metal (I liked his old profile banner, don't you?), I only suggest that these two musicians try to give themselves more credit than they're accustomed to. Anyway, keep on reviving Great Old Ones and stuff. Fuck Satan. Asshole owes me like fifty bucks.

Bad-Man-Incorporated responds:

Yeah, fuck that bastard, satan. I'll break his legs for your $50. I only charge 30%.

Thanks for the cool review, man. Went up to collect my headphones...was going to remix this...but fuckit. Raw is good too.

Thanks again, bro. ;)_\m/

[Thy Hero Within]

Melodic Shredding... Yes.

Voted Five so you won't feel so bad.

Also because, well fuckin' eh, it DESERVES it!

DanJohansen responds:

Thanks pal! Appreciate it.. Glad u enjoy it.. peace!!

[{B.A.B.} Lynness's Theme ~WIP~]

Needs Polishing... or a Guitarist

A symphonic metal track usually requires some collaboration with an actual metal musician before it can shine. But I'll offer input:

The drums are a little repetitive.

The rhythm guitar is unmistakably digital. While it's okay as is, I would suggest that you collaborate with one of the regulars in the portal. If you don't need an insanely complex lead solo, I recommend Bad-Man-Incorporated, both for guitar work and for help in mixing the sound (sounds muffled).

Voted 5 and shot you 2.36. Zero Voters are harsh when they don't read your comments. Perhaps a good chunk of the mess with them can be resolved with a campaign to end child illiteracy.

blackattackbitch responds:

Thanks dude, I needed that advice. I'm planning to collaborate with a metal musician after I finish the rest of the track. Regardless, I want to do the best that I can on my own before I finish this track. And I think the muffled sound might be a result of me using a tad bit too many instruments to compose this and not enough EQ work. (I went melody-crazy hahaha)

Man, if I can get a good guitarist and a good drummer on this though, my god, this song could be epic.

Thanks for the advice, this is the exact kind of guidance I was looking for!

[Serial Bastard]

Influences are Obvious

Someone's been listening to a lot of Gorebastard.

BERSERKYD responds:

Nope never heard about that... Its only in my head ! I'm a freaking bastard sometime :P