Celtic Stampede—the quartet consisting of 4EverfreeBrony, BlueBrony, Luna Jax, and The L-Train—is back! After their first song, Mare Of The Forest, they’re bringing us another wholesome acapella tune, retelling Applejack’s cutie mark story: how she ventured out to Manehattan and realized that her true calling was on Sweet Apple Acres.
Misc
EveryDayDashie – A Special, Special Tune | Orchestral
October 17, 2024, the date Tell Your Tale released its final episode. In commemoration of memories and friends made along the way, EveryDayDashie released this special, special tune.
The opening of this orchestral number feels like a walk through a hall of heroes. Amongst the first soft but gradual increase of the reeling flutes, the brass comes in, A grand, regal door opening onto a pantheon of memories, bold and sweet, yet also somber. There is this pinch of sorrow, this pinch of lemon or salt keeping the themes in one’s mind. All through this, there is an alternation of these swelling reels and softer interludes of the themes, the somber bits laced all through-out in surprising places.
Until suddenly, with this grand swell, we find ourselves in a quiet meadow. There is still a drive, but it is quieter now… gradually it rises, and again regal reals with a pantheonic quality and hint of sorrow, before we find ourselves in a playful forest village jaunt, which climaxes into being more regal than the song has yet been, into a true anthem. This subsides, for only long enough for us to be surprised by its truly awe-inspiring and triumphant return.
This is a truly wonderful work and deserves a full listen, so make sure to send EveryDayDashie your love.
BlueBrony – Happy Horse Days (to us all)[covering Luck Rock] | Folk
If you see BlueBrony perform at a con, you might end up with a “I cried at BlueBrony’s set” ribbon and for a good reason – his tracks have a way of melting your heart. Here, he’s taken Luck Rock’s sentimental masterpiece and exemplified it. The song starts with Blu’s signature piano and voice, already tugging on your heartstrings before blissfully evolving into three part, a capella, drop dead gorgeous harmonies. It then winds to a upbeat conclusion with whistling and guitar, serving as an homage to the original acoustic track. The song is a rare delight, stirring up so many emotions of joy, and sadness, and nostalgia, and beauty, all within a short span of three minutes. Outstanding job!
Skullbuster – Million Miles | Hip-Hop
Skullbuster brings his A-game to the table with this hip-hop/rap piece, “A Million Miles.” The track opens with bouncy, lighter synths interlaced with Fluttershy, Pinkie and Rainbow chops before kicking it into high gear with a swag, saxophone beat and groovy bass line. The lyrics center around the experience of appearing close to others while actually feeling estranged and distant. The verses are fully of witty quips like invisible/criminal and background/smack down, being reflective but also self aware at times. It’s certainly a song to keep closer to you than a “Million Miles.”
And if you liked that, make sure to check out the rest of Skullbuster’s EP on bandcamp!
[P@D] Voodoo Pup ft. Dangerous Moonlight & Michael Picher – I Wanna Be Professional | Ska
You might be right to think that a ska song about Ms. Harshwhinny and Pacific Glow is a crackpot idea. But what is crazy is that it actually really works! The ’80s-sounding two-tone has a classy vibe, and Pacific Glow (the rave pony from The Saddle Row Review) looking up at Ms. Harshwhinny’s big city business would be at home Broadway performance, i.e. perfect for the Limelight theme of the recent Ponies At Dawn.
If you like Voodoo Pup’s music, go follow him on YouTube, Bandcamp, and Bluesky!
Foozogz x RhymeFlow– Everyone But Me (ft. Mei) | Pop
Foozogz shows his snoot every once in a while these days, and he always delivers. On this latest release he tries something new, and combines his punchy electronic melodies with RhymeFlow’s bars. The track is about missing out on a pony convention while all your friends are having a blast, so it’s best to sit back and raise a glass to all the good times past and still to come.
Nyanakaru – Devil’s Food | Pop Punk
Nyanakaru is back with a new project, “DEEP FEAR”, the second part of their previous album, “Methodic Ways To Break a Mind.” Devil’s Food is the first track released from DEEP FEAR, mixing the nostalgic pop-punk of 2011 and heavy metalcore elements, the grim lyrics contrast against the levity of the Nyan Cat-like melodies and bouncing bass throughout much of the song. Nyanakaru also put together a great lyric video to go with the song, so go give it a watch!
Radiarc – You may not rest now | Orchestral
There are monsters nearby. Radiarc brings us a beautiful soundscape rife with piano, strings, and rich woodwinds, with driving percussion that push us forward. They paint the picture of golden fields, rife with beasts, yet replete with beauty. It’s a dangerous land, yet one that must be traversed, no matter the risk. Yet, at the end, you can look back on those fields and find a love for the journey.
BlueBrony & MathematicPony – Pony Therapy | Musical
Pony therapy is a fantastic stage musical style work by the collaboration of BlueBrony and Mathematic Pony. This number is extremely fun and a great break from the woes of this weary time, with its wonderful barbershop-quartet like tune about “just one thing” which everypony needs: “It’s pony Ther-a-py!”
Anamore & Flitterkriz – Keeper of Tales (Rockhoof Song) | Epic Orchestal
This duo of talented musicians brings to the table a beautifully crafted track about one of the strongest ponies in Equestria: Rockhoof. The song explores, as described by Anamore, “the struggle to adapt in the modern world after spending 1000 years in the limbo.” It feels like a sequel to her previous track “Turn Me to Stone”, delving once more into themes of misplacement and doubt in today’s world. With a stellar performance from the talented Flitterkriz, the song’s lyrics are filled with a longing melancholy that hits on such a deep emotional level it’s hard to put into words, but unmistakably felt in every note of the lullaby-like melody that forms the track’s foundation. The contrast between the verses, which slowly build in intensity throughout the song, and the larger-than-life orchestral choruses is just masterful. It’s the kind of progression that knocks you off your seat if you let it. But what I love the most about this piece is its final verse, overflowing with hope and acceptance. It really lights a path toward a brighter horizon for anyone who might see themselves in Rockhoof’s story on this song.
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