One of the best things about music is the infinite creative possibilities that exist for songwriters, and Zephysonas really demonstrates ingenuity with this track. In order to give this orchestral piece elements of dubstep fusion, Zephy deconstructed the wubs from basic synths in lieu of using mainstream methods. Another beautifully executed technique on display is the use of builds through use of full orchestral instruments instead of standard electronic means, fulfilling a dubstep template almost solely with orchestral components. Lunar Knights has a fulfilling, epic sound throughout, and stands as testament to great songwriting means and execution!
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TCB – The Magic of Friendship | Breaks / Liquid DnB
To celebrate 1k subs, TCB has made a relaxing Breaks track with incredible sampling work, amazing drum work and amazing bass work. A track full of light and enters your heart and make it warmer. The vocal chops and the Celestia speech sampling were spot on, the “field recording” feeling at the end with the birdsong and the pouring rain sounds like a lot of fun and it fits the mood where we are right now (maybe in Europe). And for the end, that delicious piano part, choosing a great skill behind TCB’s mind. Good job TCB, hope your work inspires new musicians to make good music like yours!
Zizkil – Egotistical Heart | Fidget House
Trixie is a very complex pony in terms of personality, she have a lot of egocentric actions during the episodes that she appears, with a mix of arrogance and craziness. But we’ve need to give the points to her change in heart like Zizkil says in this beautiful track description on YouTube. It starts with an amazing orchestral, mixed with some glitch elements. That suddenly changes to the best Future Bass drop that you will ever hear, a mechanical and uplifting drop that will make you dance for sure! Then the Fidget House part, delicious and mechanical, keeps me reminding me that day I was listening to Mr. Oizo’s All Wet for the hundredth time! The piano, the violins, the synth work, the drum work. Everything! Everything is an amazing mix of the personalities that Trixie owns, a true treat for a Trixie fan!
Radiarc – King of Darkness | Epic Orchestral
NB: This was originally posted on Equestria Daily on 28 February 2018.
After a few more ponderous and intricate pieces, Radiarc’s given the more epic style of orchestral a go again. Powerful percussion, intense choirs and some lovely work with strings help to create an atmosphere befitting the king of darkness, Sombra, with some neat guitar thrown in too.
[P@D] John Kenza – Moonbow | Future / Melodic Trap
Released as another super-hyped promo for the new Ponies @ Dawn compilation album, “Rebirth”, Moonbow is John Kenza‘s big addition to the colossal project. Well known for his vast array of top notch work, Kenza creates excellent vocal chops in combination with fun synth melodies and moving beat for an all-around enjoyable track. Themed after the princess of the night, you’ll want to be sure to check out this hit and don’t forget to download the new Ponies @ Dawn release it was written for this Friday!
[P@D] VooDoo – Rockin’ | Bass House
“And the spirit of Music, will be Reborn.” Perfect way to reflect on this Track.
P@D Rebirth is right around the Corner and this track to me sounds like a very nice and cool way to enter that. Nice wubs, awesome party flock with a taste of bouncing around on a dope Bass House beat. Great and awesome work VooDoo! Also congrats on getting on P@D together with N.Hollow and J.Free, can’t wait to hear what it’ll sound like. (certianly amazing that’s for sure) 🙂 everybody you know what to do. ❤
Hay Tea – Ante Up | Hip-Hop
The power of HipHop. Raw, Pure, and Straight to the Point. Hay tea bringing it up once again. (Loving the title though) With this Beat entering you within the atmosphere of the Wasteland. (Mostly well known for Fallout.) The Beat, the vibe, and everything ele. masterfully done. 🙂 The speech in the beginning also really intrique me to support the Message behind this track. Even if it seems so hidden. “You devote yourself to spending every second trying to get Better. despite the fact that it’ll never be enough.” But you know what? Maybe it doesn’t have to be Enough.
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Henni – Power of Friendship | Synthpop
“Friendship is all about trusting each other, helping each other, loving each other and being crazy together.”
The mane six have braved many trials, learned hard taught lessons, and begun to help and teach others as they have developed as champions of harmony. Henni’s Power of Friendship brings forth strong retrospective feelings of where things have been, and how they have gotten to where they are today. Beautiful synths and a thoughtful use of ambiance treat the listener to an uplifting impression of nostalgia and perhaps even a reassuring perspective of the future. Things will be fine so long as we have one another….
Luck Rock – You Are a Princess | Alternative Rock
New release by Luck Rock, and you know what that means! Alt Rock pony time! This time focusing on Twilight’s character depth, Luck made a wonderful tribute with more focus on vocals and keyboards, and the lovely vocals as well as the very “Twilight” melodies and sounds all do wonders to bring a very cute and warm experience for the ears as well as the soul!
Vylet Pony – Oak Library | Lofi Hip-Hop
The cheerful comfort of a happy home and good company. The golden oaks seemed like more than just a home for Twilight but an extremely fitting extension of her character. It was a relaxed setting of simplicity and comfort for a librarian horse, her friends, and their daily life challenges and shenanigans. An implementation of soft and cheery instrumentations and a few thoughtful vocals simply make this song feel cozy and welcoming. Vylet’s Oaks library is a perfect tribute to this important and memorable setting from the show’s early seasons. (I think I miss the Golden Oaks <3)
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