Time for your fix of swing…or jazz…I’m not very good with these particular subgenres. But let’s forget the pedantry, because the Wasteland Wailers have a new song out! Even if you don’t follow the Fallout: Equestria universe and fanfictions, you can still appreciate this wonderful song made up by brony musicians from all around the world.
Jazz
Various Artists – JapanPonyParty! Vol.3 | Album | Multi-Genre
We completely missed this when it first released back in May, but thanks to someone sending it in to us, we’re able to share it with you today! This compilation album featuring artists from the Japanese fandom scene was released at Japan Ponycon in May earlier this year. It features some names you might recognise (e.g. Oodoratoo2, delfino), but also has a wide variety of other artists you may never have heard of, and a huge range of genres too! The above video contains previews of each track, and the album itself can be downloaded from JPP’s website for free!
Mathematicus & Art Fonseca – Rarity † Fluttershy | Indie
Something with a little bit more of an artistic indie flourish, we see another track from the recently returned Art Fonseca and the ever-creative Mathematicus. The song is divided into 2 parts: ‘Toils’ and ‘You & I’, and features on Mathie’s new album, Zeitumkehrer, a collection of songs made by herself and friends over the past three years.
Art Fonseca – Lights Over Canterlot | Jazz
I remember hearing some of Art’s music a couple of years ago, and I’m delighted to see them return to the fandom music scene once again. Just to have some new jazz is wonderful, let alone that this particular piece is absolutely fantastic! Definitely worth taking a listen whatever your taste in music.
/MLP/ Plays – >No Fun Allowed | Album | Multi-Genre
Brace yourselves everypony, because you’re about to get surprised in the most amazing ways, as we present to you the result of two years of collaborative effort from musicians of the 4chan /mlp/ board, a massive 51-tracks album of stunning quality. Featuring a wide variety of genres (even including some very unusual ones), perhaps even more variety than in the P@D or LDB albums, this heartfelt compilation of sophisticated tunes will surprise and delight as you experience its many wonders, such as the very mellow and enthralling RarityRF (#7), the emotional and surprising you-would-never-guess pony vocals from Flut (#8), the incredible vocal chops from Protocat’s remix of I’ll Fly (#11), the masterful collaboration work in To Anon Too Late (#15), one of the best and most epic remixes of Luna’s Future (#21), Feral FurE’s wonderful remix of Better Than Ever (#26), some more feels from the Out On My Own remix (#29), the original Derpy-centered Surf Rock track Surfin’ Derp (#30), the blissful piano melodies from Tree of Harmony (#32), the heartfelt realtalk combined with quality instrumental in Waifu Blues (#33), the mighty rock spirit from Eclipses (#48), or the massive party track The Club Pony Party Palace (#50) that I will feature as a solo post next. I guess the expression “Do not judge a book by its cover” works here, and you won’t be disappointed if you decide to go give the full album a proper listen (and if you would consider donating, note that all proceeds will go to charity). This music lover, for one, is blown away.
PegasYs – Dental Damn (feat. Midnight Melody) (BlueBrony Remix) | Elevator music
Blue musician BlueBrony surprises with their take on the character track for blue pony Colgate titled Dental [Redacted], originally by PegasYs and Midnight Melody. Self-proclaimed Elevator music by the looks of the cover art, this mellow tune definitely proves the merits of the genre and is much appreciated. I recommend checking out BlueBrony’s channel by the way, many interesting tracks to be found! Plus, he’s Blue. (reference intended)
Vylet Pony – Manehattan’s Finest | Jazz
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xQ44_sQYrHs
“Slightly inspired” by Hay Tea’s awesome track from the week before, Vylet brings some smooth jazz vibes that aren’t afraid to flex some hip hop influence. Featuring some great piano and trumpet work, check it out if you’re looking for something short and sweet.
[P@D] Neighsayer – Greener Pastures | Smooth Jazz
It’s always really nice to see Neighsayer feature on the Ponies At Dawn albums, because his songs are often very unique “acoustic” pieces on an album seemingly dominated by electronic music. Check out this [insert Portal 2 reference here], complete with brushed drums and rhodes and everything!
[P@D] Replacer – Some Dumb Ideas | Jazz Fusion
Replacer has brought us another track that I can only describe as…”a Replacer track”. Seriously, his stuff is always really unique and different from anything else on the Ponies At Dawn albums, and they’re always outstanding (and I hope that genre tag is somewhat accurate)! There seems to be a nice little reference to his previous song In Defence of Madness in there too. See if you can spot it! 😉
A Symphony Of Two – Lost Freedom | Trip Hop
Tom from A Symphony Of Two (formerly Ponycide) reveals a wonderful Trip Hop masterpiece with a subtle yet definitely present Ambiant vibe, empowered by the cover art. Immerse yourself into the piece, delightfully reminding me of BGM field tracks such as The Way, as the beautiful piano melodies unfold, perhaps embodying the raindrops, and as the mellow saxophone and trumpet plays from both Tom and his dad guide you while you wander along those streets.
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