Historical moment as our beloved HACKD from the HMH team and Cider Party makes his debut on the site as a solo post! Also it’s not often that we get a YouTube release at all either, and it’s unfortunate especially considering that the underground musician makes really awesome tunes! And this one is no exception! Bringing forth highly energetic vocals from S6’s memorable griffon Gabriella “Gabby”, it unleashes powerful DnB greatness and makes for an amazing progression full of crazy vocal work and mad synths, showcasing that blissful sound design that is almost becoming a signature sound, and paying well-deserved tribute to Gabby.
Solo post
Posts with single songs, fresh from YouTube
Jyc Row – The Ancient Elements | Orchestral
NB: This is an edited version of what was originally posted on Equestria Daily on 26 February 2017.
Jyc explores the outer reaches of Equestria, with a piece inspired by this beautiful art from ziom05. It has a lot of his usual celtic influences that play a large part in the soundscape here, and there’s some great thudding percussion as well that helps to give the idea of an epic journey.
Reverbrony – Unbound | Metal
Reverbrony is back in full force with his heavier musical style, so it’s time to partake in epic melodic guitar solos and riffs once again! Reflecting so well the amazing cover art by JaDeDJynX, Unbound unleashes heavy guitars and drums backed up by a solid bass in a relentless progression, like in a blaze of fury, except that it’s blissful sounds instead of magical attacks. Although, if music truly is magic, I must say those are very efficient attacks!
Sky Runner – Protagonist | Drum & Bass
NB: This was originally posted on Equestria Daily on 25 February 2017.
Sky Runner returns with somewhat of a follow up to one of her first tracks, Antagonist. Making some terrific use of sampling, the drums work terrifically with the rest of the instrumental, and there’s some really nice ambient sound effects throughout the track as well that help to add an extra dimension to it. I especially like the reverse-effect fills that turn up now and then.
PrinceWhateverer – Between Fairytales & Happy Endings (feat. Kaspuuh & Senra) | Soft Rock
NB: This was originally posted on Equestria Daily on 24 February 2017.
Prince is back with a new track from his Reinvent album. Unlike a lot of the high energy available on the album, this redux of a piece from yesteryear is a lot more relaxed and acoustically-oriented. Prince’s vocals still shine in this kind of setting, and it’s nice to see one his more emotional tracks done up in his much more professional recent sound. It gets a bit heavier towards the end, which is also a pretty nice payoff.
Brilliant Venture – Echoes of Everfree | Dubstep
NB: This is an edited version of what was originally posted on Equestria Daily on 24 February 2017.
Brilliant Venture delivers a dark and mysterious-feeling Fluttershy-focused tune that builds up spooky vibes before dropping some of his trademark dubstep sounds. The outro especially has some beautiful vocal chopping.
One Track Mind – Winter Smash Up | Dubstep
NB: This is an edited version of what was originally posted on Equestria Daily on 24 February 2017.
This track makes use of sounds from Winter Wrap Up, with an eerie music box intro leading into a heavy build to some aggressive drop sounds. The second drop is especially cool with some rising bass sounds.
Nymira – Because Of You (Lorris Remix) | Synthwave
It’s awesome that Nymira is getting a remix from another pony musician, and Lorris certainly did a wonderful job! With an instrumental that is chill and energetic at the same time, the remix takes us through a blissful journey through sound as Lorris’ much enjoyable musical style shines once again to bring the original track Because Of You in a new light.
Hay Tea – Alternate History (Progressive Element Remix) | Liquid Drum & Bass
Hay Tea‘s amazing Drum & Bass is certainly providing much inspiration to remix, and here we are getting Progressive Element’s take on the excellent Alternate History. Giving the track a brand new spin, this delightful remix makes awesome use of distortions to instill even more unique-ness. A perfect remix that sublimates the original while bringing a distinct new mood and many wonders over a strong progression!
Maressey – Death of a Drunken Dancer (Berry Punch’s Demise) | Indie Rock
NB: This is an edited version of what was originally posted on Equestria Daily on 22 February 2017.
Maressey has a new release featuring terrific vocals from Francis Vace, with an instrumental provided by Zatslol and Freewave. It’s another pretty sombre track, this time about Berry Punch, and I especially enjoy the variance in the vocal style.
