Heartfelt remixes and tributes definitely galore in the pony music community recently!! Brace yourself for the emotion everypony, as ApostropheShy presents us a remix of their favorite show song, the already very emotional Hearts as Strong as Horses. This remix certainly brings even more feels as the CMC vocals get sublimated in masterful vocal chops along a very MLP-ish instrumental, that I could easily label “Pony Dubstep”. It has a certain sweet and cuddly vibe to it, full of love and triggering powerful emotion so easily, and definitely in line with ApostropheShy’s musical style that ravished us with all their works. A remix that is shining bright from the power of Passion and Friendship!
Month: March 2017
Nicolas Dominique – Journey | Ambient / Chillout
That recently released gorgeous artwork from INowISeeI has got to be a very fitting cover art for such a wonderful musical experience. Reflecting the inner depth of Trixie’s journey into the land, as well as perhaps a spiritual journey, the track dives deep into a relaxed state of much contemplative power, as we take in the many wonders around us and partake in blissful sound, breathing life and channeling emotion…
Glaze – Rainbow Factory (Einarx Remix) | Dubstep
It’s always so very welcome to get a remix that is very meaningful to the remixer for personal reasons, it’s like an additional layer of emotion and appreciation can be felt through that awareness! That, added to Einarx’s masterful take on the classic from Glaze (aka Wooden Toaster) in such a beloved unique Dubstep style, truly makes this piece stand out from the other remixes.
[P@D] EM120X & SDreamExplorerS – Cancel The Spell | Trancecore
Another YouTube release from Amity, let’s welcome EM120X and SDreamExplorerS’ track that certainly stands as a masterpiece of fusion of genres and originality. With such an epic and intriguing title, it blends Electronic and Rock talents from both musicians to create a stunning progressive experience of sounds and melodies that feels like an epic tale, or a spiritual journey. May you be discovering or re-discovering this track, I hope it could have any sort of positive powerful effect to you. It sure has the potential, and it is fan works like these that I live for.
NeverLastStanding – Relate | Chillout / Orchestral
It’s always so amazing to see pony musicians trying to do more with their songs than just “making music”, and I gotta love to see NeverLastStanding’s descriptions full of genuine feelings, motivational messages, or poesy, depending on how you wish to see it. The power of being able to Relate to somepony is definitely great and I know it very well, since I always like to meet people who I can relate to, and also always wish to meet someone who could relate to me. It’s definitely a deep theme, and perhaps some motivation can be obtained from NeverLastStanding’s words or the experience of this song. If so, be sure to let him know, as I’m sure that will make him very happy! After all, I can Relate to wanting to help people… And I can’t believe all of this review has only been about the meaning behind the song so far. This is powerful stuff! You know that a song is extra special when you can write about its meaning just as much as about it musically. I’ll just add that the Chillout/Orchestral take is definitely a huge success, with such a wonderful and soothing mood to be felt throughout the track, and the Flutterchops are the element that makes it extra emotional and relatable for so many of us.
Faulty – Be With You | Progressive House
Heartfelt songs are the best, and isn’t it wonderful when it holds a personal meaning too? Faulty’s first original track certainly shines bright from the power of passion and gratitude, and it is with a happy and meaningful Archie-like Progressive House vibe that many feelings are shared in an upbeat and positive way. Amazing both musically and in its message, Be With You makes you feel right at home in this wonderful community.
Virus Ponies – Different | Electronic
Quite a Different release from Virus Ponies, this new track brings a delightful dark mood much fitting to the cover art, and pioneers in roads less travelled to create a chill yet heavy and strong musical experience. Darkness isn’t to be feared…
Night Blaze – The Sisters | Soundtrack
A wonderful surprise full of progressive greatness, this new piece from Night Blaze in tribute to the alicorn sisters builds a strong instrumental blending many genres and making for an unique OST-like track. Orchestral instruments, but also guitars including a bass, drums, and those synths melodies that are so reminiscing of J-RPG Soundtrack. The part at 4:46 is especially epic and emotional for me. Definitely a masterpiece, and a magnificent tribute to Celestia and Luna!
[SoK] Indie Notes – Tales of a Bad Seed | Acoustic
NB: This was originally posted on Equestria Daily on 12 March 2017.
Indie Notes returns with another track from his recent mini album Under Equestria’s Skies. Also available of Bronies For Good’s recent charity album, this piece is pretty stripped back instrumentally, with the main element being acoustic guitar. The vocals drive the majority of the piece, with some great lyrics sung in a really nice soft voice. Give it a listen below if you want some nice easy listening!
Ponytronic – Faint Kisses | Orchestral
The intro track of the upcoming Missed Hearts LP, Faint Kisses reflects Ponytronic’s exploration of the Orchestral genre just as much as it reflects Vinyl and Tavi’s exploration of how far their feelings for each other will take them. As mellow as Equestrian love, the piece softly delivers a blissful musical experience that melts the heart with tender plucks that embody the love so well. Perhaps the track itself is the embodiment of what an expression of love through Faint Kisses feels like…
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