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The Dark Side #601761 06/12/20 04:40 AM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 21,102 Hamlin NY MarioD OP Veteran
OP MarioD Veteran Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 21,102 Hamlin NY	The Dark Side Story line at bottom. BiaB style = Celine 1 - Acoustic Guitar Ambie Tempo - 40 BPM I am playing the lead via my keyboard controller. - sound = Ultra Analog VA3 - preset - five circles The BiaB tracks are verbatim. Bass - Ultra Analog VA3 - preset - Warp Room Drums - Presonus Impact XT - preset - Future Retro Piano - Synthmaster - preset - AT Message From Mars KS Guitar - Ultra Analog VA3 - preset - Acid Head Strings - Synthmaster One - preset - VOC Ruta Sound The only effect I added was some compression on the drums. Attached Files (Click to download or enlarge) (Only available when you are logged in) The Dark Side.jpg (533.02 KB, 16 downloads) The Dark Side You know you're getting old when a recliner and a heating pad is your idea of a hot date! 64 bit Win 10 Pro, the latest BiaB/RB, Roland Octa-Capture audio interface, a ton of software/hardware

Re: The Dark Side MarioD #601765 06/12/20 05:08 AM User Showcase
Joined: Sep 2018 Posts: 2,788 Virginia USA Ezekiel's Storm Veteran
Ezekiel's Storm Veteran Joined: Sep 2018 Posts: 2,788 Virginia USA	Mario, you are at it once again. Very imaginative piece that kept me tuned in. I detected hints of Monkees' "Star Collector" but much more well thought out. I enjoyed this "farce"!

Re: The Dark Side MarioD #601793 06/12/20 08:59 AM User Showcase
Joined: Jun 2016 Posts: 3,357 Robertkc Veteran
Robertkc Veteran Joined: Jun 2016 Posts: 3,357	Mario, Sounds like the soundtrack to a swampy threatening sci-fi scene ...oh ok, now I`ve read your description- its better than mine! Love the warp control bass thing and the mood of this. Robert

Re: The Dark Side MarioD #601805 06/12/20 10:58 AM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2011 Posts: 14,244 GA USA Janice & Bud Veteran
Janice & Bud Veteran Joined: Dec 2011 Posts: 14,244 GA USA	Ominous! Something for the film sync libraries I would think. Hope it doesn't work into dreams this evening Cool listen! J&B Janice on Spotify J&B Soundcloud J&B Website

Re: The Dark Side Ezekiel's Storm #601830 06/12/20 01:36 PM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 21,102 Hamlin NY MarioD OP Veteran
OP MarioD Veteran Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 21,102 Hamlin NY	Originally Posted By: Ezekiel's Storm Mario, you are at it once again. Very imaginative piece that kept me tuned in. I detected hints of Monkees' "Star Collector" but much more well thought out. I enjoyed this "farce"! Thanx so much for listening and commenting. I wasn't sure how people would react to this as it is way different then most of my stuff. I'm glad that you liked it. You know you're getting old when a recliner and a heating pad is your idea of a hot date! 64 bit Win 10 Pro, the latest BiaB/RB, Roland Octa-Capture audio interface, a ton of software/hardware

Re: The Dark Side Robertkc #601831 06/12/20 01:38 PM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 21,102 Hamlin NY MarioD OP Veteran
OP MarioD Veteran Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 21,102 Hamlin NY	Originally Posted By: Robertkc Mario, Sounds like the soundtrack to a swampy threatening sci-fi scene ...oh ok, now I`ve read your description- its better than mine! Love the warp control bass thing and the mood of this. Robert Thanx Robert. I think this song would work in a swamp monster 1956 B movie! You know you're getting old when a recliner and a heating pad is your idea of a hot date! 64 bit Win 10 Pro, the latest BiaB/RB, Roland Octa-Capture audio interface, a ton of software/hardware

Re: The Dark Side Janice & Bud #601832 06/12/20 01:39 PM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 21,102 Hamlin NY MarioD OP Veteran
OP MarioD Veteran Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 21,102 Hamlin NY	Originally Posted By: Janice & Bud Ominous! Something for the film sync libraries I would think. Hope it doesn't work into dreams this evening Cool listen! J&B Thanx J&B. If this gives you nightmares just take two aspirins and call your doctor in the morning! You know you're getting old when a recliner and a heating pad is your idea of a hot date! 64 bit Win 10 Pro, the latest BiaB/RB, Roland Octa-Capture audio interface, a ton of software/hardware

Re: The Dark Side MarioD #601863 06/12/20 11:34 PM User Showcase
Joined: Nov 2007 Posts: 5,203 Ontario, Canada BlueAttitude Veteran
BlueAttitude Veteran Joined: Nov 2007 Posts: 5,203 Ontario, Canada	Very cool! I started listening and immediately thought about a movie soundtrack, then I read your Dark side story line. Perfect fit! Good stuff, Mario! Dave Blue Attitude Website Blue Attitude YouTube channel

Re: The Dark Side MarioD #601878 06/13/20 03:03 AM User Showcase
Joined: Aug 2012 Posts: 11,811 Florida floyd jane Veteran
floyd jane Veteran Joined: Aug 2012 Posts: 11,811 Florida	It's ALIVE!! Cool. Imaginative. Spooky. Captivating. Really well done. fj 150+ Songs produced using BIAB RealTracks And 50 more... and some more...

Re: The Dark Side MarioD #601886 06/13/20 03:41 AM User Showcase
Joined: May 2020 Posts: 1,572 Belgium Derochette Expert
Derochette Expert Joined: May 2020 Posts: 1,572 Belgium	Hi MarioD, You did reveal the dark side with a lead reminding me of the doors. Well done Best regard Dero13 alias JaniJackFlash Kindly regards Derochette alias JaniJackFlash

Re: The Dark Side MarioD #601925 06/13/20 02:23 PM User Showcase
Joined: Sep 2018 Posts: 1,362 Denmark W Will Josef Expert
Will Josef Expert W Joined: Sep 2018 Posts: 1,362 Denmark	Hi Mario, You almost always present us for something experimental, beautiful and challenging. Love it! Will

Re: The Dark Side MarioD #601981 06/14/20 05:03 AM User Showcase
Joined: Jun 2006 Posts: 7,258 Scottish Highlands furry Veteran
furry Veteran Joined: Jun 2006 Posts: 7,258 Scottish Highlands	Mario, that reminds me a lot of the kind of music you used to hear in a DR.Who programme from the 60s & 70s THAT was clever and fun Last edited by furry; 06/14/20 05:04 AM. Graham............ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKBPq93IQFTD3q-zBqxghbQ?view_as=subscriber

Re: The Dark Side MarioD #601985 06/14/20 05:53 AM User Showcase
Joined: Mar 2018 Posts: 5,831 Rustyspoon# Veteran
Rustyspoon# Veteran Joined: Mar 2018 Posts: 5,831	Mario, a different tune I know you kind of referenced it to SW, but to me it rang a different bell. There were a couple of video games in 1980s one called Golden Axe and Altered Beast (same Japanese maker). Both had unusually dark melodies. If they were to do re-makes of these, your Dark Side would fit nicely. Thank you for sharing. Misha.

Re: The Dark Side floyd jane #602042 06/14/20 11:38 AM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2013 Posts: 6,939 Davis, CA G Greg Johnson Veteran
Greg Johnson Veteran G Joined: Dec 2013 Posts: 6,939 Davis, CA	Originally Posted By: floyd jane It's ALIVE!! Cool. Imaginative. Spooky. Captivating. Really well done. fj I do not think I could come up with better comments than these!! You are so creative!! Take care. Greg

Re: The Dark Side MarioD #602086 06/15/20 02:15 AM User Showcase
Joined: Apr 2016 Posts: 6,336 Cooran Queensland Australia rayc Veteran
rayc Veteran Joined: Apr 2016 Posts: 6,336 Cooran Queensland Australia	I did comment earlier but it seems it didn't take. This needs a cool 8bit vid and perhaps some clips from John Carpenter films...REALLY good fun. Cheers rayc "What's so funny about peace, love & understanding?" - N.Lowe

Re: The Dark Side MarioD #602096 06/15/20 03:53 AM User Showcase
Joined: Jun 2012 Posts: 18,581 Melbourne, Australia AudioTrack Veteran
AudioTrack Veteran Joined: Jun 2012 Posts: 18,581 Melbourne, Australia	You certainly know how to stretch the envelope. Another performance that demonstrates amazing versatility. BIAB & RB2024 Win.(Audiophile), Sonar Platinum, Cakewalk by Bandlab, Izotope Prod.Bundle, Roland RD-1000, Synthogy Ivory, Kontakt, Focusrite 18i20, KetronSD2, NS40M Monitors, Pioneer Active Monitors, AKG K271 Studio H'phones

Re: The Dark Side MarioD #602098 06/15/20 03:57 AM User Showcase
Joined: Feb 2015 Posts: 112 OH - Ohio D DIOECHOOTO Apprentice
DIOECHOOTO Apprentice D Joined: Feb 2015 Posts: 112 OH - Ohio	I like it! and agree that this is perfect as a retro scifi movie / tv soundtrack. Nice, Mario

Re: The Dark Side MarioD #602118 06/15/20 05:53 AM User Showcase
Joined: Jun 2012 Posts: 1,081 jptjptjpt Expert
jptjptjpt Expert Joined: Jun 2012 Posts: 1,081	Interesting production. Good monster movie music. Good one. My music can be heard at: The Cracks

Re: The Dark Side MarioD #602121 06/15/20 06:01 AM User Showcase
Joined: Nov 2006 Posts: 3,798 Finland jannesan Veteran
jannesan Veteran Joined: Nov 2006 Posts: 3,798 Finland	Very nice 'Jarre' mood, enjoyable selection of instruments, I especially like the bass and the vocal sound. Janne Hear My Music: Soundcloud YouTube

Re: The Dark Side MarioD #602210 06/15/20 07:45 PM User Showcase
Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 5,550 Sydney Australia PeterF Veteran
PeterF Veteran Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 5,550 Sydney Australia	Mario Brilliantly evocative. Great composing. Peter

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