Posts with single songs, fresh from YouTube
4EverFreeBrony’s Pain is a folksy sort of song in the best possible way, like a lullaby in its sincerity, but lively with its guitar and upbeat traveler’s tempo.
His voice brings a certain rawness and vulnerability, and speaks a truth about themselves, about someone they love, and the nature of existence. It is a truly heartfelt song which everyone will enjoy.
WoodenToaster‘s songs are among the most well known songs of the fandom, so having them treated with new remixes to this day is no surprise—Japkozjad and Acid Applejack add their own take with this track to this still growing collection. Keeping the “Yay” lyrics, the two exchange the melody for the energetic musical backdrop and beat brought with by Happy Hardcore, making it at least 20% louder. All this culminates in an entertaining and wonderful interpretation of the original that is more than a listen!
The Drum and Bass community has a new face to welcome with Espy Vibe, introducing themselves with this wonderful remix of Hay Tea‘s Balefire Symphony. Their version of this symphony is a bit more taken back, with the accompanying melody a bit further in the background. By having the drums more in the foreground, Espy Vibe creates a soft yet powerful melody, allowing you either to ease your thoughts into the relaxing sounds of the faded melody or divert your focus further towards this lovely track to pick up every fine bit of the tune.
It may not be hearth’s warming any more, but don’t let that stop this wonderful song from bringing you good cheer this winter! A ponified version of Owl City’s song, CarlyIsSleepy’s cover swaps in an e-piano which fits nicely with the auto-tuned vocals, and gives us an extra dose of jingle bells. Carly’s and PegasYs’ vocal performances add so much warmth to the track, and overall it sparkles just as much as falling snowflakes. Nicely done you two!
Violet Wire’s WAKE takes you on a soothing journey through its landscape of sounds. On this journey, you will visit a variety of plateaus, each with their own style, but all joyful and energetic in their own ways. The path between those high points is elegantly crafted with a near trance-like background leading you through the full track. These aspects combine into a wonderful 7 minute long experience you should treat your ears to and allow yourself to be relaxed by.
Saphire Systrine’s track is a lovely fusion of classic 8 bit crunch balanced with absolutely gorgeous piano and orchestral sounds. The story telling is fantastic, with the piano and opening synths evoking the image of a world at peace, the 8-bit distortion evokes a nemesis threatening that world, and the two clashing against each other throughout. The result is an epic and emotional soundtrack which both pulls on your heartstrings and braces you for war.
You all know Whirlwind from his amazing drum playing across brony bands, but did you know he also produces electronic music? “Astral Plane” is a lovely ambient track which wonderfully captures the essence of Princess Luna. It starts out with scratchy arpeggios, but immediately deepens with long-drawn piano chords, droning strings, and mellow acoustic. It continues to evolve across all four minutes, with an amazing kick, haunting electric guitar flares, and more orchestral and choir flourishes. It’s a great piece to throw on in the background, so make sure to add it to your playlists!
Chang31ing is back with another remix of a song debuting this year! His take on Thrack’s “Never Give Up” kicks up the energy levels to nuclear with the faster tempo, synth bass, and stabbing synth pads. He makes liberal use of vocal effects, creating an ambient texture of reverberated, side-chain pumped, and droning background vocals, very reminiscent of the wastelands from Fallout Equestria. It’s a lovely tribute to the original while also striking out own and re-envisioning the song.
SAWMASTER’s remixes are fire, and if you haven’t heard their take on Lukas Graham’s “Off To See the World” from the 2017 MLP movie, you’re missing out. The verse are graced with the soft pulses of epiano and the steady subtle rhythm of shakers. The chorus is pumping with huge synth leads and the classic kick and snare associated with house. The transitions are great too, with the snare building up energy leading into the chorus, and a great fake-out with all the instruments dropping off before the second verse. It’s a certified banger for sure.
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