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Francis Vace – The Old Mare And The Sea | Album | Rock


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Shortly before we started the Horse Music Herald, Francis Vace released his first full album (of his current discography that hopefully won’t be deleted from Bandcamp any time soon) – Lost In A Pastel Hue. Now (okay, a couple of months ago) the time has come for a second full-length release. In a similar vein, The Old Mare And The Sea contains a variety of styles, draws from a few different influences, and contains solo work, collabs, and covers. We start off with upbeat pop-punk and ska solo pieces, followed by a long string of collaborative works and covers, with a couple more solo originals bookending the end of the album. In essence, the album works as a showcase for most of the different kind of styles, formats and types of song that you can find on Francis’s YouTube channel. So whether you follow his music for one particular style or for all of them, this album has something to offer everyone.

The Old Mare And The Sea is available to download on Francis Vace’s Bandcamp.

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Delta Brony – Daybreaker Boss Battle Theme | Soundtrack

Get your raid gear together and make sure you’re a high enough level for this epic boss battle theme made by the legendary Delta Brony. High octane strings, choirs, and drums clash in this duel of the century that even features a “Critical” version of the track that plays should you near victory. With a brilliant mix down and wonderful usage of his music theory, Delta does it again setting the mood for a truly glorious and bold new entry in his vast arsenal of orchestral pieces.

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Jyc Row – Daybreaker, the Solar Empress | Orchestral

Belgian musician Jyc Row returns with an amazing orchestral piece about the “Nightmare Moon” version of Princess Celestia, Daybreaker. Reminscent of the Two Steps From Hell music, Jyc Row bring us an epic track that describes the power and evilness of Daybreaker.

Also this masterpiece came from the Composer Challenge #1: Daybreaker Theme that also included Elias Frost and SDreamExplorerS, who both produced amazing tracks!

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RoomVR – Fading Night | Drumfunk

NB: This was originally posted on Drumscape Library on 12 June 2017.

It’s an absolute joy to see RoomVR back on Drumscape Library! While his first feature had been a remix, he has now returned, half a year later, to delight the fandom with a fully original drumfunk track.

And truly, this time has not passed in vain. Taking months to hone his craft further while retaining his style, VR offers an atmospheric experience that pulls you into the magical world of Equestria’s nighttime just before the dawn. A sweet rolling waterfall of amen breaks guides you through an orchestral landscape, and well placed foley deepens the immersion. Fading Night invites you to close your eyes and feel the breath of the night, cool and fragrant and serene.

Make sure to grab your slice of Equestrian magic by downloading the track for free!

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CrystalData – Edge of the Sky | Orchestral

A poetic piece of much emotion, Edge of the Sky conveys CrystalData’s yearning as a composer, and shows many wonders over a wonderful progression. The whole musical adventure feels like we’re a pegasus flying as freely as can be, in search of the Edge of the Sky…

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Modern Bard – Blue Angel | Industrial Trance

Musical experiments like these are always so great to see! Borrowing elements from Industrial music, Modern Bard delivers Blue Angel, a Trance-empowered track of much beauty. Encompassing the power of the Night and her winged harbinger, the track takes us through a heavy exploration of Trance and metallic sounds, not without a magnificent break where echo-y piano and choruses are giving to our beloved Princess of the Night the tribute she deserves.

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APPL3JVCK – WAMMI | Trap

Don’t let your kids listen to this track, cause they could get inspired by Flurry Heart and become a WAMMI! Following DWK’s antics, APPL3JVCK turned the WAMMI concept into as Trap tune that’s as dark as it can get, with a delightful progression and an atmosphere that seems to call for an ascent to madness. This is a side of the pony music scene that I affectionate a lot, and I can’t thank APPL3JVCK enough for this initiative!

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Ponytronic – Times Like These (Acoustic Mix) | Chillout

Emotional song warning! This alternate version of Times Like These proves once again Ponytronic’s skill at crafting unique pieces and arrangements reaching out to the soul in the most unexpected ways. There’s just something about that soft, mellow yet melancholic instrumental full of untold depth and beauty, and when the vocal samples come in, that’s when I feel like welling up. A much magnificent Acoustic Mix like you’ve never heard!

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DJRedSkY – Midnight Essence | Chillout

Featuring JoelletheNose’s gracious art, DJRedSkY’s new track is a blissful experience of sound much fitting to the comfort of the Night and of the natural setting pictured by the cover art. Futuristic synths, ice-y xylophone, and stylish beats all provide a comforting experience enjoyed best while partaking in the Night’s soothing vibes…

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Skelter – Time Travel | Trap

The epic S5 finale will never cease to inspire with its classic yet much appreciated theme of time travels making for much depth, and Skelter’s latest release takes on that theme with all the Trap expertise that the musician harnessed over the composing experiences. Expect sick synths and a sweet progression!