It’s been forever since I’ve seen a classic-style dubstep track with no bass drops or other aspects that scream “popular dubstep.” Nyanakaru gives that feeling of dubstep with “Stray Strand” without all that high-energy that you can find in other dubstep songs. The vibe has that sort of creepy aura to it adding to that slow burn lead-up from the start. You will have anticipation for that eventual drop that will never happen, but still a satisfying conclusion at the end. If you want a dubstep-esque track that you can listen to without raising your heartbeat, this is the track for sure!
The Wilders – Starshine Time (ft. Evany Rosen) [I-MLP18 Remix] | Chill Out
I-MLP18 is back with another G5 remix, this one taking material from the Winter Wish day special. The remix takes full advantage of the flute and vocals from the original, but adds a dash of piano to the rhythm section and a pumping effect on the whole mix. The result is a lovely, laid back ambient house track perfectly fitting for the season, and it continues to shine with a warm bass present in the chorus, some fun synth riffs, and cool effects sprinkled throughout. Make sure to listen to this track when you need something to warm up to this winter!
Twilike – I’m With You | Synthpop
“I’m With You” is not only a song, but a whole story. It is a message Twilight Sparkle would have let to the future generations, and the energetic yet chill vibes given by the instrumentals as well as the sad tone added by the lyrics gives this track the perfect balance it needed to appreciate the lullaby brought by our favorite purple horse. Close your eyes, listen to this song, and let yourself flow through the nostalgia of the show and the adventures it has given us!
Evershade – Those Nights | Pop
Another track from Evershade’s Troublemaker album is up on their channel! “Those Nights” begins with a bouncy synth lead, and the sparkly synth choices don’t end there! A bouncy bass follows and more soaring leads get groovy during the chorus. Evershade’s vocoded vocals fit right into the synths, and if you listen carefully, you’ll hear the relatable tale of a pony caught out at the club, wanting to escape. On the bright side, if you can’t manage to leave, at least you’ll be stuck listening to this bop.
Blackened Blue – Save Me | Metal
Do you ever wish you could scream at the pony causing all your problems? Blackened Blue’s track, “Save Me,” is just that, with screaming vocals telling the story of Misty’s thoughts directed towards Opaline. The intro will have you hooked with the heavy wall of sound, catchy guitar riffs, and fantastic shredding in both the bass and guitar parts. From there it transitions between high intensity sections full of roars and shredding and lower intensity walking melodic lines. It’s absolutely fire so make sure to check it out.
Wandering Artist – Pony Town Seasons: Winter 02 Ice Cream | Orchestral
Elias Frost – At Your Service | Cinematic Orchestral
Being the third installment of his Nightwatch Series, “At Your Service” is another epic installment of cinematic proportions. Featuring his iconic heavy-hitting drums that is present in this series of tracks, Elias ups the ante with the bright brass nodes and low, epic choir vocalization. You don’t want to miss this track, or your ears will be missing out on one heck of an adventure.
Wandering Artist – Pony Town Seasons: Autumn – 03 First Wind | Orchestral
Wandering Artist’s third track from their Autumn EP, “First Wind,” is a wonderful and warm song perfectly fitting of the season. It opens with a lovely duet between guitar and marimba, then violin, oboe, clarinet, flute, piano and harp are added in over the course of the song with each getting their own turn in the spotlight before blending back in to the mix. The piece is light and airy overall, making it the perfect track to cozy up to any time of year!
StableTwoStallion – Pinkamena | Industrial Gothic Metal
Video CW: violence, blood, flashing lights
Time to brush up on your German, because we have another terrifically dark piece by StableTwoStallion! Posted on Halloween, it is the perfect mix of heavy electric guitar, traditional Halloween organ, and a deeper gothic-style vocal. The way Stable articulates the words has the perfect edge to make this song a truly creepy vibe, perfect for that darker Halloween theming.
Biscuit – SOMBRA (2023 redux) | Deathcore
Biscuit’s “SOMBRA (2023 redux)” is the kind of track which will have you wondering whether you are listening to My Little Pony fan music or a metal band fresh out of hell because this has got to be one of the most dark, the most intense, the most hardcore songs in the fandom. It starts with the thundering of guitars and immediately jumps to intensity 10 with its throbbing bass drum, wailing guitars, and screaming vocals. Listen carefully, and you’ll hear tons of references to Sombra’s tyranny and great quips like “you will not live any longer / your stupid friendship isn’t stronger.” Mid song, there’s a break as it eases into a more ambient section with strings and long guitar plucks before it returns to its screaming conclusion. As it stands, the track is absolutely killer, but will you be brave enough to listen all the way through?
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