An absolute masterpiece taking you emotionally from the very start, Niłch’i Poni‘s contribution to Ponies at Dawn Eternal is an experience to say the least. Taking you through unknown realms, showcasing insane sound design and captivating atmospheres, the piece then uplifts you with the power of DnB with such an intense part, complete with deep bass and here again, a lot of emotion to complete the otherworldly journey through sound. A pre-release from Drumscape Library!
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FilledSilhoutte – Sombra Is Upon Us | Dark Ambient
An awesome initiative, this Dark Ambient track from FilledSilhoutte has its theme on point, as the track is creating the kind of dark atmosphere that King Sombra’s villainous presence evokes… or maybe it is even darker, and is meant to represent the kind of dark trip you go through when you get hypnotized by Sombra’s dark magic, trapped in an illusion of your worst fears! Definitely an experience to behold, and an impressive craft!
D1SCORDANT – Balefire Dawn | Ambient
Can’t stop the D1SCORDANT train now, can we? This time, we’ve got something a little different: an ambient piece inspired by the legendary Fallout: Equestria! The feeling of being in a desolate wasteland definitely comes across throughout this track, with ominous strings accompanied with bongo drums and sparse piano notes all throughout, keeping the mood bleak and depressing. An easy fit into a game soundtrack, and a welcome addition to the D1SCORDANT discography.
[ASOS] Heartsong – Mountainsong | Ambient / Orchestral
Heartsong has released a new track, and its just what the doctor ordered! Need to get started on a project and want the inspiration to manifest? You’ll have no problem feeling inspired by this epic ambient showpiece! Its finely interwoven with the spirit and sounds of a blossoming nature. You won’t regret listening to this excellently composed work, let the beautiful melodies paint a photo in your head. So? What are you waiting for? Give it a listen!
This song is a part of a compilation album, make sure to check out the rest the of stunning music that is A State of Sugar!
Zephysonas – Kirin Forest | Orchestral
Another gem from the great Zephysonas. This time, we’ve got a number that’ll definitely bring you to another place. Throughout are the soft sounds of nature, complete with relaxing piano chords and string instruments, bringing a calming atmosphere, definitely reminiscent of the Kirin. If you need to relax or just need some soothing background noise to help you with anything, this is your piece.
Zephysonas – Ghostly Compendium | Experimental
Serving as the intro to his album of the same name, Zephy, joining forces with the vocal talent of Pretty Pegasus Wings, brings an interesting and intense track not for the faint of heart. Unlike Zephy’s usual fare, this is an experimental track filled to the brim with creepy atmospheric noises and a brooding piano riff, complete with a haunting spoken word poem. This piece wouldn’t be out of place in a horror game soundtrack. It definitely isn’t for everypony, but if you like dark ambient music, this could be right up your alley.
General Mumble – Perfect (Toby Macarony Remix) | Dark Ambient / Electro Swing
Now, I know it’s a little too early for Halloween. However, if you feel like getting the spookies on before everyone else, you may do your decorations to this track! The dark, gloomy industrial overtones, coupled with interesting vocal effects on “This Day Aria”, which is kind of a signature of this particular artist, makes for an intensely creepy yet strangely satisfying experience. All in all, another great remix from Toby Macarony!
Also, check out the album which this remix is part of here.
One Track Mind – End is Neigh | Album | Synthwave / Ambient
One Track Mind introduces a collection of eleven undeservingly discarded electronic tracks. The strong sub and morphing resonances of the prelude track gives a taste of the wonderfully crafted ambient pieces in this album. Then the octave-switching neck-breaker known as Drama that follows gives you a taste of the synth-wave roots. The masterpiece Some Days, being my personal favorite of the album, incorporates a spatial piano playing tense chords and high melodies with a swingy drum track following it. The ending to Some Days also creates a near-perfect transition to the next song (both title-wise and sonically). For more ambient brilliance, follow the filtered saws and synth swells of Lethargy and the impactful basses of Hiatus. For more retrowave action, mosh along to the dark Deicide and the hopefulness of Neo-Canterlot! Varnished with consistently good intros and a piano composition as the outro, this solid Bandcamp release will surely be enjoyed by ambient and synth-wave listeners alike!
Sleepy toaster – We’re going home | Glitch/Industrial
This piece of music is a chilling and a bittersweet reminder of just sometimes you don’t need words for a message. Sleepy Toaster’s piece heavily reminds me of why I love atmospheric music. It’s not just pony music that could be used in a grimdark or Fallout Equestria setting. But this music could be used to set the tone for anything you want to give an unsettling feel too. Or a mysterious vibe to as well. Its has this dark music box tone, birds chirping and static radio sounds with this slow clockwork-like melody that slowly creeps up your spine. Not bad! As always this Qilin asks you to judge for yourself.
Note: Since the original video got deleted, you may find the MP3 file of the song here.
Evgeniy Doctor – Shards Of Memory EP | Various Genres
A new stunning and complete experience from Evgeniy Doctor, this 4-tracks EP is quite heartfelt as it is a tribute to the impending closing of FiM (but remember, not of MLP nor the community!). Of various genres, the tracks made with love are expressing much emotion, from the Ambient Magia Ex that builds the epic experience to come, to the Psytrance Last Minutes that is almost 8 minutes long, to the deep Voices Of The Past that is a collab with One Track Mind, to a powerful Orchestral finale in Time To Become Infinite. Both very impressive and conveying much feelings, this whole EP is a masterpiece!
Shards Of Memory EP is available from both Bandcamp and Mediafire!
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