This got me a lot Porter Robison feels! UndreamedPanic everyone! This artist is really prolific, a big name right now! But what jaw drop me the most was the soft and uplifting voice of Strigidae, which I’m a big fan. It was really nice of Panic choosing Strigidae for this vocal work! I can say this is the “Brony Shelter” because the drops, the cute vocal chops and the lyrics and the lyrical theme are all lovely and uplifting that makes you want to dance until you cry of joy. Also, shout-out for that cool Flutterdash drawing choosing, if feel really good for the topic of the song and the textures and flavours of it! Good job you two! You made me smile, a thing that I didn’t made since very long… Keep up the good work!
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Exiark – Otherworldly Journey | Album | Electronic
After two big years of development and collaboration, Exiark gifts us all with an incredible electronic album! Utilizing the talents of many exceptional fandom musicians like Chi-Chi, FritzyBeat, Freest, NekoWolf, Flittzy, Namii, Megaphoric, and Lia Quo, Otherworldly Journey is comprised of a whopping 19 tracks exploring Princess Luna’s journey throughout her exile on the moon.
The tracks range in genre and encompass a great variety of electronic music while still appealing to most everyone. No matter what type of music you prefer, there’s something special on this album for you!
Aside from the obvious vocal talent featured on Otherworldly Journey, Exiark’s use of expertly crafted synths and beat tracking is on full display, and will transport you to another world! There is an excellent sense of a lunar atmosphere in the instrumentation which ranges from symphonic to synth-heavy, and the subtle space vibes will make you feel as though you are dancing with the Princess of the night herself. There is no excuse not to check out this outstanding album!
Author’s note: While I don’t like to compare fandom music to time periods for several reasons, if you had told me that several of the tracks on this album were big hits from the early days of the fandom, I would absolutely believe you. Exiark really makes the music his own style, discernible from other early fandom musicians but there’s something about the quality and energy that takes me back in time with a giant smile on my face.
Tripon – Solay Rays | Drum & Bass
Tripon brings you that dark rolling drum and bass sound in this new track available off his new two side EP. I love the atmosphere set up from the beginning of the song, and that fade out right before everything comes in in the drop is just wonderful. The bassline is nice and dark, just like you’d expect coming from Tripon and the atmosphere in the drop is just amazing. Be sure to check this song out and grab the EP if you like what you hear!
TuXe S – ULTIMATE PINKIE PIE STYLE | Glitch Hop / Midtempo
TuXe is back and with an inspired Pinkie Pie banger! Drawing influence from early fandom dubstep, ULTIMATE PINKIE PIE STYLE mixes samples of our favorite party pony with a sick beat. Throw in elements of dubstep and a pinch of nostalgia and you’ve got a track you don’t want to miss!
MC-Arch – Sacrifice | Hip-Hop
It’s always a very cozy and deep moment when we get a new song by the awesome MC-Arch, who always puts so much thoughts and feelings into his works! Sacrifice is reflecting the story of Mistmane from S07E16 Campfire Tales into meaningful lyrics rapped powerfully with belief, and it’s like we can just feel the musician’s strength of conviction and beauty of soul while listening to this. It’s also inspiring as always, and a great new addition to MC-Arch’s discography of heartfelt songs!
The Shake Ups In Ponyville – Magic Mirror | Power Pop
From the new album Ponymania! available for pre-order, Magic Mirror expresses through music another pony theme that is well-known in the community, that is the redemption of past villain characters, namely Sunset Shimmer and Starlight Glimmer! The band’s happy melodic style and warm vocals do wonders again to convey the fuzziness of the magic of Friendship, and that makes this song the perfect tribute!
HACKD – The End is Neigh | “Dad Rock”
From the CH32RISTMAS Pinkamena Party album, HACKD delivers a headbanging and kickass Terror track. The End is Neigh is full of amazing sampling work, good work with the distorted kicks (that make the typical sound of Terror). A great piece of dad rock, that speeches are really funnie! The synth work is replaced with the amazing vocal chops! Good work on this HACKD! Just as I like from you, a memerable track with funny jokes as samples!
4EverfreeBrony – Stay (2018 Re-record) | Soft Rock
4everfreebrony has re-recorded his classic Stay, and does an absolutely beautiful job. His vocals are brimming with emotion and longing, and the instrumentation is simple but powerful.
Jyc Row – Bravery | Epic Orchestral
The second track on Jyc Row’s forthcoming Heroes EP, Bravery is about Flash Magnus and how he outsmarted the dragons. It’s orchestral at its best – powerful, moving, epic, and spectacular. Much like a movie score (or MLP’s own fight scene background music), it exemplifies courage and strength!
Exiark – Chased | Drum & Bass / Breaks
Exiark’s album is finally out, and it’s pay-what-you want! I’ve been looking forward to it for a long time, and boy, does it deliver! This song, Chased, is an absolutely top-tier example of DnB, with his crazy trademark wubs at an extra-high speed. Give it a listen right now!
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