Pop/Punk Song Mix

[tommypeskorz65]

Here is a new song i'm working on. Its not completely done yet. I have some work to do and points that i want to fix, however, i wanna hear what other people have to say! Lemme know what you think of this mix! I made it with 2 mics.

-Tommy

Old_Show_3.mp3

[Tony Ramone]

Hey man, sounds cool!
I love the guitar sound - perfect for the genre. Unfortunately I'm at work listening on speakers that have no bass, so I can only just hear the bass line - seems to be pretty good though.
Drums sound cool, maybe bring the cymbals forward/up a bit more.
So, which two mics?

[tommypeskorz65]

Originally Posted by Tony Ramone

Hey man, sounds cool!
I love the guitar sound - perfect for the genre. Unfortunately I'm at work listening on speakers that have no bass, so I can only just hear the bass line - seems to be pretty good though.
Drums sound cool, maybe bring the cymbals forward/up a bit more.
So, which two mics?

Thanks Tony! I appreciate the comment!
I used an sm 57 and an AT4033. 57 was used on the guitar, 4033 on the Vocals. The drums i hand-programmed in by "drawing" out the part, then re-sampled them. I also noticed the lack of bass when i was listening through my computer speakers, so i may need to boost it a little, same with the cymbals. Again, thanks for the feedback!

Tommy

[jams44]

Sounds very similar to Say Anything...I like it a lot.

[tommypeskorz65]

Originally Posted by jams44

Sounds very similar to Say Anything...I like it a lot.

Jams44,

Thanks man! We do have some say anything influence for sure! I'm glad you enjoyed it!

-Tommy

[The Echo Lab]

That's great stuff. I'm nowhere near an expert on the genre, but the kick sticks out to me as being a bit busy and lacking in the low end. Again, it is probably a genre/taste thing. No denying that the guitars sounds great and that the tune is very well put together.
Good for you!!

[tommypeskorz65]

Originally Posted by The Echo Lab

That's great stuff. I'm nowhere near an expert on the genre, but the kick sticks out to me as being a bit busy and lacking in the low end. Again, it is probably a genre/taste thing. No denying that the guitars sounds great and that the tune is very well put together.
Good for you!!

Thank you very much for the positive response! One of the things i was thinking about was giving the kick a lil more thump. I do like the punch of the one i have now, but i do agree that it might need a little boost in the low end. Thanks again for the feedback!


-Tommy

[Ddjembe Mutombo]

mix and performance sounds lifeless. The fake drums probably don't help. You really need real drums. Fake drums totally kill the feel of a song. With real drums this song could probably come to life. Vocal performance could be a little better produced. Singing could be a little more heartfelt.

I'm sorry I just rained on your parade, but there are a shit ton of bands making this exact same kind of music right now, and this song wouldn't cut it in the cut throat competition to "make it"

[tommypeskorz65]

Originally Posted by Ddjembe Mutombo

mix and performance sounds lifeless. The fake drums probably don't help. You really need real drums. Fake drums totally kill the feel of a song. With real drums this song could probably come to life. Vocal performance could be a little better produced. Singing could be a little more heartfelt.

I'm sorry I just rained on your parade, but there are a shit ton of bands making this exact same kind of music right now, and this song wouldn't cut it in the cut throat competition to "make it"

Well obviously real drums are going to make a difference. I don't think i agree with you saying that the performance and mix is lifeless. There is obviously always room for improvement. As far as the "making it" comment. It's not about trying to make it bro. It's about having a good time making music with friends. So yeah, i'm not trying to cut anyones throat. However, thank you for the feedback. It is always appreciated.