Three other bands that are strangely absent from this thread.
34 Jan 28, 2013 3:40 pm
Re: favourite five metal bands (123 replies, posted in General Discussion)
I'm surprised no one has included Body Count yet.
35 Jan 28, 2013 12:14 am
Re: favourite five metal bands (123 replies, posted in General Discussion)
Black Sabbath
Slayer
Boris
Truckfighters
Melvins
36 Jan 17, 2013 11:36 pm
Re: where do you want your songs to end up (62 replies, posted in General Discussion)
Pro wrestling entrance themes.
37 Jan 10, 2013 5:55 pm
Re: Full Length Releases In Chiptune (84 replies, posted in General Discussion)
Well the phenomena happens among good independent bands as well as major label shills. It's normal for an artist to want to put their stuff out to an audience as soon as possible. As well as it's normal for fans to want to hear new things from artists they like. If you're feeling the bug to be heard, then songs you're writing quickly go from being "Ok, that's good." to "Ok. That's good enough." Whereas if you just released EPs, everyone would be able to get their fix and then have the time to step away from unfinished songs and come back to them later with a fresh perspective and polish it up.
38 Jan 10, 2013 4:37 pm
Re: Full Length Releases In Chiptune (84 replies, posted in General Discussion)
I can't remember the last time I listened to a song all the way through much less a whole album. The longer the album, the more likely you are to run across a track that's just "meh." To me, I think EPs are the best way to go. 20 to 40 minutes depending on what style of music you're writing (obv. punk songs will be shorter for example.) That way, you get your fix of your favorite artists more often but they're still exercising some quality control to their work and leaving you wanting more.
Plus, most artists really want to get their work out to people as fast as they can. And I think the need to release a full length puts pressure on the artist to release an album with more filler and less killer.
39 Jan 9, 2013 8:15 pm
Re: My chiptunes don't go anywhere. (33 replies, posted in Constructive Criticism)
Start with basic theory and songwriting. Always remember. Musician first. Chip Musician second. I've said this before, but it should be repeated. Start out minimal just writing a melody and progression on one basic instrument. Guitar or piano if you have one and can play one. If not, use the basic osc setting on your gameboy and just write out a melody and key changes that you like. If the basic bones of your song sounds like crap, no cool instrument setting or effect is going to make it sound good. Once you have the basic framework of the song, then you can add all the bells and whistles and cool instruments.
Here's are examples of some good minimalist chiptunes.
http://pixelrecall.bandcamp.com/track/l … ance-party
http://disasterpeace.com/track/adventure
Here are a couple brilliant non-chip minimalist songs.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vLx9PHz9HKE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GMezwtB1oCU
https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=p … zk#t=2346s
Practice doing songs with simple structures like that first. Pay attention to the changes that make the song "go somewhere." Again, once you have a good foundation for a song, then experiment with different sounds and waveforms.
40 Jan 3, 2013 9:47 pm
Re: Starting a new Chiptune Weblabel (42 replies, posted in General Discussion)
BeatScribe wrote:
More shoegaze chiptune!!!
I would actually love if there were more bands like that. Also wouldn't mind a label that expanded a bit into strictly experimental hybrid chiptune.
41 Jan 3, 2013 9:21 pm
Re: Starting a new Chiptune Weblabel (42 replies, posted in General Discussion)
Focus more on the substance and less on the style. Also, find your niche market. What acts are you bringing to the table that are unique? A label is only as strong as it's best band. For example datathrash has the chipthrash market cornered. Daptone promotes the best retro soul acts around. Load Records is the king of noise rock. Focus on a sub-genre of chip that you feel is overlooked and promote musicians who are the best in that genre. That way, those who are into that particular type of chiptune will know that you're the guy to go to. Find a niche market that hasn't been explored yet. When you decide on a niche, choose your name accordingly.
42 Dec 23, 2012 9:36 pm
Re: 2013 - Dare To Not Release Music Year (103 replies, posted in General Discussion)
I think this thread should be an opportunity to realize that taste is incredibly subjective and that just because you don't like something doesn't mean no one else should either. All genres and styles are equally valid and have their own unique musical contribution to make.
Except dubstep. Anyone who likes dubstep is human garbage.
Merry Christmas.
43 Dec 21, 2012 7:03 pm
Re: A progressive take on chipmusic, first attempt. (12 replies, posted in Constructive Criticism)
It is if you're looking for constructive criticism. If it's a complete song and you think it's ready to release, the releases section would likely be the best bet.
44 Dec 21, 2012 5:10 pm
Re: A progressive take on chipmusic, first attempt. (12 replies, posted in Constructive Criticism)
This is great. I can tell you have a great concept of melody and song structure. It's complex and rich without descending into wankerdom.
And I wouldn't worry about traditional bleeps and arps. A well written song will sound good on anything. Bob Dylan wrote some of the worlds greatest songs on nothing but his acoustic guitar and harp. And if it's a badly written song, the coolest sounding chips/synths/effects in the world won't make it sound any better.
In short, well done. Make more. I want to hear more prog rock chiptunes.
45 Dec 21, 2012 6:21 am
Re: Help for a mom who knows nothing (29 replies, posted in General Discussion)
Yeah, that's an amazing gift and definitely useful. Ya done good.
46 Dec 19, 2012 6:10 pm
Re: 8-Bit Operators' V/A "Crack That Chip!" Devo Tribute (18 replies, posted in Releases)
sea64 - Going Under is easily my favorite.
47 Dec 15, 2012 6:48 pm
Re: Your favorite chiptune release 2012? (48 replies, posted in General Discussion)
4mat - "Sans Titre" (Album)
Cathode Rays - "Verb"
8-bit Operators - "Crack that Chip"
Math The Band - "Get Real"
Bud Melvin - "Nude Vows"
Disasterpiece - "Fez"
Gwem - "Gwime"
J. Arthur Keenes - "The World's Smallest Violin"
48 Dec 13, 2012 3:21 pm
Re: Chipsounds Presets (5 replies, posted in Software & Plug-ins)
I use it extensively. I'd love a preset trading thread.