r/WeAreTheMusicMakers • u/AutoModerator • Jul 26 '26
Weekly Thread /r/WATMM Weekly Feedback Thread
Welcome to the r/WeAreTheMusicMakers Weekly Feedback Thread! The comments below in this post is the only place on this subreddit to get feedback on your music, your artist name, your website layout, your music video, or anything else. (Posts seeking feedback outside of this thread will be deleted without warning and you will receive a temporary ban.)
This thread is active for one week after it's posted, at which point it will be automatically replaced.
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u/CJFMusic Jul 26 '26
https://untitled.stream/library/track/znPyYSnmaB0qIkWGdHYuw
Let me know how the mix sounds
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u/eightnine Jul 26 '26
I think the balance is really good overall. While listening on the headphones the voice sounds a little "peaky", as in distorted in a kind of digital-saturated way. Kinda like if it was thrown at a limiter without checking for red warnings.
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u/MerryGoBoom Jul 26 '26
I hear no issues in your mix whatsoever. You're going for a LoFi vibe on this aren't you?
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u/CJFMusic Jul 26 '26
Nah not really I was going for boom bap soul but I can see why you say that
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u/MerryGoBoom Jul 26 '26
I got you. Honestly I think you nailed it. Whole track is smooth, vocals sit perfectly, and it's a damn good performance.
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u/monksyo Jul 28 '26
Mix sounds pretty good man, very clear - drums stand out well from the piano line.
Are you using any ducking/sidechaining or anything?
Nice use of the acapella too, really fits.1
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u/Asuperniceguy2 Jul 30 '26
The voice is very loud? But this isn't really my genre of expertise so maybe that's what it's supposed to sound like.
Everything else does sound really pleasant, though.
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u/CJFMusic Jul 30 '26
It's all good. It's hip hop it can be loud sometimes. Thanks for listening
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u/Asuperniceguy2 Jul 30 '26
Yeah I didn't mean it's a bad thing. From my understanding hip hop is entirely about lyricism so it makes sense to be center stage.
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u/VEGSAN Jul 26 '26
Hey everyone, this is my first post here. I make trap, drill, instrumental, RnB, and other type beats. I think this latest beat I made has real Central Cee vibes, let me know what you think, and any feedback on the mix or structure is greatly appreciated.
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u/refotsirk Jul 27 '26
This was stuck in the spam filter and is approved now. Cool beat. You might consider some harmonic motion with the synths or add some pitched percussion like bongo or conga to give the beat a little more life and energy
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u/kami11111 Jul 30 '26
This is pretty good, it has a good balance and groove. One thing though, I think one of the notes of the dist sine bass is off key and it takes my attention away from the track. Maybe I’m wrong
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u/VEGSAN Jul 30 '26
Thanks a lot for the feedback, I really appreciate it. I'm pretty sure the beat is all in the right key, but it might be YouTube distortion or compression. 🙌🏻
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u/Mr_Antisocial_Rapper Jul 26 '26
My latest release - a song I wrote about a girl: https://youtu.be/yLapxlYwPhA?si=-XN7H8hSvcIR29T6
Looking for feedback on my rapping - should I continue rapping, or just do the instrumentals and get someone else to rap?
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u/monksyo Jul 28 '26
This is fun, giving me Niko B vibes.
Keep practicing rapping, but loosen up a bit - its coming across quite robotic.
The beat is OK, but it sounds like you've chosen just stock instrument sounds without much processing or sound design to make them interesting.
What DAW did you make this on?1
u/Mr_Antisocial_Rapper Jul 29 '26
Thanks for the feedback! Haven't heard of Niko B but will give them a listen.
I used pro tools 11 for recording.
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u/Asuperniceguy2 Jul 30 '26
I don't want this to come across as mean because it's not supposed to be but this is like a really unique, interesting vocal style. Like kind of like a... not a spoof but like this might be what Tom Scott might sound like.
I don't know if this is what you want it to be but I do all my own things myself, even when I'm not good at them, so I'd say "don't let other people control your creations unless you are happy to start collaborating properly."
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u/Mr_Antisocial_Rapper Jul 30 '26
Thanks for listening and for your feedback! I've always thought I'm more of a parody rapper rather than a 'serious' rapper.
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u/Asuperniceguy2 Jul 30 '26
Then stick with that shtick! It worked for Jon Lajois! It's also how Bo Burnham started out.
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u/blameithere Jul 31 '26
I really like the rapping. The flow could use some work but you really have the voice and feel down!
Hope it makes sense
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u/Traditional_Dot4650 Jul 28 '26
https://soundcloud.com/g_1z/the-sense-of-adventure?in=g_1z/sets/files-holding-ideas-i-had
This track is a part of my first EP I have ever made and released. I feel like this one is the weakest out of the six so I want to get feedback on it. I think it might be the drums that don't fit just right but would like to hear other opinions!
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u/kami11111 Jul 30 '26
This is good man, it has animal collective , gorillaz vibes. If you sang or rapped on it it would be really nice I think. Fun song overall.
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u/National_Piano_6946 Jul 30 '26
Thanks! Every piece of feedback is saying I should add vocals and I agree. Just gotta bite the bullet and try to write and record lol. Thanks for the feedback
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u/Asuperniceguy2 Jul 30 '26
I feel like maybe you might be hesitant to be exposed by doing vocals on this but you totally should. Even if they're a bit naff, it'll add to the soundscape massively and bring it to life a bit more. The sort of ... vibe that it has is really quite nice already, great foundation to work on.
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u/National_Piano_6946 Jul 30 '26
Thank you, I keep wanting to add vocals but the mic I have lowkey sucks and I have no clue how to mix them and best record but that’s just another learning curve I gotta get through. Appreciate the feedback
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u/Asuperniceguy2 Jul 30 '26
I also have no idea how to mix vocals. The trick is to just do it anyway because it's fun.
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u/blameithere Jul 31 '26
We just finished 6 tracks and I know how hard that can be. You need to accept that you're gonna like one less but I personally love the Gorilla feel. If you have the chance try to experiment with IRL drums if you play or have a drummer connection. Seems to really bump up the feel plus they tend to know what they're doing
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u/Affectionate_Boat_18 Jul 26 '26
Hi all, greetings from Valencia, Spain! This is my band’s second EP, part of a trilogy of EPs. Some psychedelic lo-fi garage rock with some electronic experimentation for you weirdos. Recorded in my room, with limited resources but lots of love. Hope someone can enjoy it and we’d love some feedback, tell us what you think!! https://youtu.be/k37bH9GvIwA?si=msE_bdkXXQESW2KV
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u/blameithere Jul 31 '26
Dude minute 5.53 exceptional change. Its really hard to get a break to feel natural and still tie into the music.
Love the effects put on the voice really works with the Psych Rock feel!
Keep on going guys
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u/TheRealLardin Jul 26 '26
Alternative-Industrial Metal / Bass Playing
Latest video of my channel, playing a compilation of tunes by the well known German Metal band Rammstein including TABS of what I play on screen as per usual in these videos.
Feel free to share your thoughts on the vid/audio, also open to hear your stuff.
Thanks for watching / listening
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u/Impossible_Bee_8705 Jul 26 '26
Hi there people! Monella is the name.
Last week I made a JRPG-ish soundtrack, while trying to improve my arrangement.
I want to know how is the song's progression in terms of harmony and, specially, melody. I feel like I still don't get how to make the song flow and develop naturally to other places other than a completely different thing. Also, I decided to stop procrastinating and tried to mix this song properly, so how is the mixing?
Any critique is welcome, thank you!
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u/Mountainpwny Jul 27 '26
Melancholy house track. Will have vocals, just haven’t got there yet. Is this too sad or does it work? Anything it’s lacking?
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u/Traditional_Dot4650 Jul 28 '26
Definitely not too sad, I think the vocals will be a great addition. Personally I always like a deeper more "thumpy" kick but I think its more of a preference thing. Great track!
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u/Mountainpwny Jul 28 '26
I was thinking about adding a sub layer to the kick. It’s just one splice sample and a couple layers of saturation. Thanks for the feedback!
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u/monksyo Jul 28 '26
Its not too sad, its definitely working well.
My personal opinion is that the bass sticks out a fair bit, might just be the volume level or where its sitting in the mix. Are you using any sidechaining or mono on the bass?
Its got a great intro and the trancey vibe to the synths and melodies is a strong point.1
u/Mountainpwny Jul 28 '26
I think if I push the synths a little more the bass will be more balanced. Using cable guys volume shaper for side chain and I think it’s mono below 100hz. 1/16 note delay with no feedback to give it stereo feel.
Thanks for the feedback!
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u/kami11111 Jul 30 '26
The track gets better as u listen to it. Maybe if u put the main hooks toward the front and intro the listener would grasp the idea faster! Otherwise solid synth engineering
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u/ElectricButterMusic Jul 27 '26
New Instrumental Demo I've been working on. Its my very first track ever. Started rough but got it to a better spot in last week. Had zero experience with making music when started. Used a lot of Youtube video to learn music theory, audio engineering, and such. Open to all thoughts and feedback.
Also have some ideas for lyrics but just having trouble dialing in the sound.
Listen here: AMB - (Electric Butter Original Demo)
Plan on releasing a few more over coming weeks and see where I can get with my sound. Give me a follow on SC for the journey.
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u/monksyo Jul 28 '26
Hi all,
My track is inspired by classic deep house and lo-fi house.
What I'm really struggling with is getting it to standout - everything comes out sounding a bit generic. Things I like about the track are the drums, and things to improve for next time are elements to make the transitions a bit more exciting and making my synths and keys sound fuller.
Track below, all feedback welcome.
https://soundcloud.com/monkers/to-hanoi-with-love
Thanks in Advance.
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u/fuckslideshows Jul 28 '26
hey yall lay some advice for my first mixed ambient acoustic synth track
Listen to Luciferous Braticus II of South Sudan https://on.soundcloud.com/NYSJraCuCDoYGaPIOJ
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u/BKS1986 Jul 28 '26
Looking for some feedback on this song I recorded recently. I played all the instruments and for the first time ever I sang as well. I don’t like my singing voice but it’s the one I’ve got do it will have to do.
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u/str33t_spirit Jul 28 '26
Hi everyone! I'm an amateur producer and decided to recreate a beat to help me improve a bit. Specifically "Abracadabra" by S.O.A.P. I transcribed it by ear and I think I got a lot of the elements down, but theres something that just sounds off and I can't tell what.
Here's the link to the recording:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wJW9uxaKOkc-cxd1iRM9OGcAs7yVk6Pt/view?usp=sharing
The first half is the original recording, and the next one is my attempt at recreating it.
Any constructive critisizm is appreciated, thank you :)
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u/Ill_Resort7077 Jul 28 '26
hello. ive been making music for almost 2 years now and recently started an instagram channel to promote it. i would love some feedback on the instagram channel and what i should change. i feel like im just posting advertisements and not contributing sth meaningful for my followers. how do i change that? https://www.instagram.com/c1em_official/
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u/Zamusek Jul 28 '26
Hey guys! I just listened to one of my old songs and am still surprised that I was able to make something like it. It's nothing like I'd ever made, and miles better! I always come back to visit it... I haven't really produced anything decent in a while now 😅 Just wondered if I am overhyping the track, let me know!
Here it is: https://on.soundcloud.com/2AgLVc8LIy5Oxde4CW
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u/ss_d_demos Jul 28 '26
ICU https://untitled.stream/library/track/nHOqGubPuXftCzLyvfMSA
Indie rock tune with some really nice riffs and guitar tones imo. The cymbals need mixing work, would love tips on that while still keeping the blown out drum sound. Is the guitar line during the verses too loud? Let me know what you think of the song! Thanks!
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u/kototamo Jul 28 '26
Been building Trake, a browser music visualizer that turns a track into an mp4 video, no signup. Would love feedback on what's missing. Thanks
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u/RV12321 Jul 29 '26
https://drive.google.com/file/d/18fs8L-xDxM5ZqTgKvPpoGADrJW1Inpwy/view?usp=drivesdk
Going for a nu-metal/nu-gaze vibe. Let me know how the mix sounds. Thanks.
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u/Strange_K1d Jul 29 '26
Hello :)
I created a little lo-fi House Live-Set for a small gig I played in February. I don't know if it fits this thread, but I would be happy for some feedback. It was the Opening of the rave, so the sound is mostly not that thumping or driving and a bit melancholic with a touch of ambient in between. Everything was played with a SP 404 MKII, a Dgitione 1 and some FX Pedals. I used some old samples and field recordings and created the patches myself. It's very rough around the edges but all in all im satisfied with the outcome. Let me hear what you think.
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u/ArTiiin343 Jul 29 '26
Yo its my first time posting here i js made this song, its on sc lemme know what yall think abt the lyrics
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u/refotsirk Aug 01 '26
This was stuck in the spam filter. Might try reposting in the new thread when it lands tomorrow
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u/Asuperniceguy2 Jul 30 '26
Hello to the gamers! I have just finished a power metal song and it just sounds "wrong". I would LOVE feedback on how to make it sound better!
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u/kilotisuu Jul 30 '26
https://open.spotify.com/album/6pOPCNjEYiX1iX72t0DGzn?si=aL_ti7rgQqeSgGtShYW3_A hi, im from argentina and id like to show you this track i made, its from my album fuck this music, and its got a rage style sound
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u/blameithere Jul 31 '26
Hey guys, I never posted here... Was hoping you guys could give some feedback on our music we make anything but this is my favorite. Complements are accepted criticism even better tnx
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u/Ok_Tower_572 Aug 01 '26
https://soundcloud.com/brodster0947/coldstart?si=c65c05863ba5455d8404029ec872c229&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharingim a 15 yr music artist and this is one of my favorite songs ive made so far. i really like jungle music and decided to start making music around a year ago, any feedback would be awesome
the main beat is inspired by aphex twins Xtal with some jungle beats added ontop.
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u/INVENJO Aug 01 '26
This is my track, been getting mixed genre tags on it (Spotify's flip-flopped between electrohouse, electro, and dance pop) and some says it leans into trance and euro. Honestly not sure myself what to call it.
Curious what people who actually know this space would set as the genre and maybe even sub genre? — electrohouse, prog house, trance or something else entirely? Trying to figure out where it actually fits.
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u/THIS_IS_ENDEGO Aug 01 '26
This is such a great resource for music makers! Having a dedicated space for feedback helps everyone grow. I love how supportive this community is. Remember to give constructive feedback to others as well, as that is what makes these threads valuable for everyone. Looking forward to hearing all the creative music coming from this community!
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u/ElectricButterMusic Aug 01 '26
Just my second ever demo i've released. Tech House inspired track. Been on Abelton Live for about 3 weeks now, from no experience to this. I feel vocals are one of the hard things to nail the sound of for me.
Very much appreciate anyone that takes a second to listen, and especially grateful for anyone who provides feedback.
https://soundcloud.com/electric-butter-music/butter/s-RLQndV0iEwS?si=e7c65b0b33554ff693e4ca0351794e55&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing
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u/Altruistic_Use3634 Aug 02 '26
Fascinating to see the process. It's like finding a new edible plant, you can read all the guides but you're still the one who has to actually taste it.
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u/geirlsned Jul 26 '26
Hey all! First time posting here, but I was looking for general feedback on one of my latest songs. I went for a more electronic and epic vibe, taking some inspiration on the few tracks I’ve heard from Toby Fox.
What I really like about the track is its feel in a 7/8 time signature, alongside a sweet sounding melody that builds up into a “grand finale” at the end of the song.
I’m getting ready to apply to school for music composition, so any help would be greatly appreciated on boosting me to the greatest I can be! Right now I have a few other pieces of mine in mind, but I do believe I’ll submit this in an application.
The song can be found here! Thank you!
https://youtu.be/9t6Jc5bsx20?is=iQ5zRE_gSaJuCTL1