NB: This was originally posted on Equestria Daily on 24 February 2017.
Some more beautiful orchestral music from Radiarc, who seems to be making a habit of releasing stunning music like this on a regular basis. The feeling of Fluttershy lying down and letting her mind wander in the soft sunlight is perfectly captured by the languid strings and meandering piano. Spellbinding and mystifying as always, make sure to give it a listen if you want to join Flutters in her relaxation.
It’s been a good few months since Einarx’s last EP but his latest one, Nightwatcher, sees a real step up in production for one of Magnus Records’ most prominent contributors. We’ve already featured 3 of the 5 tracks on this EP here on the site, so I won’t go into full depth on this post. The songs range from melody-based dubstep and dnb, to some more hard hitting trap and electro house – a good reflection of the range of styles he has to offer. So if your tastes in music include the EDM umbrella, I can definitely recommend this EP to you.
You can download this EP on the Magnus Records bandcamp for absolutely free.
And that art by Marenlicious is pretty awesome too!
NB: This was originally posted on Equestria Daily on 21 February 2017.
A Symphony of Two are back with more orchestral goodness, supplemented by some more orchestral music from a newer guy! ASoT’s piece beautifully melds their trademark strings with some lovely woodwind, and later on in the track some rumble-y percussive sounds that help to build an air of mysterious adventure.
This new track from BlueBrony centered around Spike’s character depth is truly a gem! Making for a blissful unusual fusion of genres, melancholic piano gives way to a Chillhop part with hints of the FF Prelude in the background, reflecting Rarity’s dreams that give such a bitter aftertaste to Spike considering how far away from him they are. The next part lays out a masterful Jazz mood, reflecting Spike’s feelings as he eats his sorrow away with donuts and Extra Sprinkles, and perhaps also matching the kind of music that some 3-pony Jazz band would play in bars such as Donut Joe’s. An utter masterpiece of a concept track, with much of a story to tell through music!
NB: This was originally posted on Equestria Daily on 28 February 2017.
Sometimes it’s nice to have music that seems to have one purpose – and that’s to convey joy and happiness. Henni’s recent Wonderful Friends EP sets out exactly with that goal in mind and to me, Beautiful Smile accomplishes it fantastically. Upbeat synths playfully dance around some really upbeat progressions, and it definitely leaves me with a smile.
NB: This is an edited version of what was originally posted on Equestria Daily on 27 February 2017.
Zephysonas is back with a slowly building and powerful track about Twilight Sparkle. As more elements enter in throughout the piece, it becomes steadily more complex, which helps to convey a sense of increasing scale over time.
This new release from 174UDSI has the concept of ponies journeying in space to seek new habitats, and it is served in much uplifting vibes as Trance-y synths and melodies reply to the lyrics in a very hopeful, positive way. A cheerful Equestrian anthem for space for sure!
NB: This is an edited version of what was originally posted on Equestria Daily on 27 February 2017.
A swell effect occurs in this piece, however here it is done through clever increase of tension through the same elements becoming more and more taut and intense before a beautiful calm in the second half. A piece beautiful in its own ways, and well worth giving a listen!
NB: This was originally posted on Equestria Daily on 26 February 2017.
Something we don’t get a whole lot of in the fandom, 4everfree has released some a capella music! His vocals work beautifully here, and there’s some great extra mouth noises and layering of the vocals to help give it a pretty full sound. As with a lot of a capella songs, this is pretty upbeat, and it’s nice to see 4everfree continue to give different styles a go.
Historical moment as our beloved HACKD from the HMH team and Cider Party makes his debut on the site as a solo post! Also it’s not often that we get a YouTube release at all either, and it’s unfortunate especially considering that the underground musician makes really awesome tunes! And this one is no exception! Bringing forth highly energetic vocals from S6’s memorable griffon Gabriella “Gabby”, it unleashes powerful DnB greatness and makes for an amazing progression full of crazy vocal work and mad synths, showcasing that blissful sound design that is almost becoming a signature sound, and paying well-deserved tribute to Gabby.
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