An Art Rock Song

[Commerson]

There are still drums and possibly more vocals yet to be recorded.
But as for now, I would like your humble opinion.

I am 15 and I need some guidance in mixing and mastering.

I need some suggestions
-Panning
-Levels
-EQ
And so on

Please Help!

Thank You

[fHumble fHingaz]

I gotta say, AWESOME JOB so far! This is great stuff! Not even taking into consideration your age, it stands on it's own.... I imagine you listen to a LOT of Radiohead - sounds a lot like some of the stuff on "Hail to the Thief". I've really got no criticisms so far, but drums will alway make huge difference to how a mix is percieved... I'm really looking forward to the finished mix song with all the parts - From what I've heard so far it will be excellent - well done!

[Commerson]

Thank You Very Much!

I'll be sure to post up the final.

[chillowack]

Let the next generation of Radiohead's spawn come forth!

As a huge Radiohead fan myself, I totally support and encourage your continued work and growth along these lines, my young friend. This is a very promising start, you just need to keep working and learning and honing and polishing your technique, and one day you can be truly fantastic.

Now go forth and rock!

[Commerson]

Thank You!

[oldmusicguy]

Nice stereo separation so I don't have any comments there. I would bring the vocal more out front when it starts; I can't really hear it very well at the begining. The overall ambience of the song is great, I wouldn't change any of the EQ, etc.

I don't think the ending adds anything to the song. It sounds fine to me just with what you got before the change. Also, the guitar at the end isn't very dramatic; it sounds like you're trying to squeeze out a couple of notes and have to cut the second one short to get somewhere else on the neck.

That being said, the composition shows a sophistication and maturity beyond what I would expect from a 15 year old. You certainly outshine many of the recordings I've heard in this forum (but I won't mention names.)

-Keep up the good work.
-Don't get a big head over one composition.
-Don't be afraid to ask questions.
-Listen to as many people as you can and absorbe as much as possible. Trust me, it's easier at 15 than it will be 20-30 years from now.


Please post more stuff. Thanks.

[Commerson]

Thanks for the advice!

I try to keep open ears at all time. Criticism = Good haha

I'll do my best in trying to spice up that ending!

[room16]

How did you record this? In terms of gear and setup.
Audio interface, mics, guitars...

[Commerson]

We recorded with...

Software: LOGIC Pro

Presonus FireStudio

Vocals: SM-58

Keyboard: YAMAHA YPG-525

Guitar: Japanese Fender Telecaster
Amp: Fender Super Champ XD <Not a smiley
Mic: SM-57

I think thats all...

If there's anything else, please ask

[tolo]

Great job. Very haunting and full of angst (I remember 15....)

Lots of musical tit bits in there - loving the chimes / triangle?


Agree with the levels on the vox - but for me the whole thing needs a little more bottom end to make it rumble and menace a bit more.

Radiohead....yes. MUSE Definitely!!!

Well done though chap - a fantastic effort that rubs others here into dust!!!

Keep it up - and heed the oldmusicguy advice above.

Tony.