I really like it, it reminds me of the German band Kraftwerk.

I'm looking forward to hearing the second version. I'm intrigued by the nature sounds. Especially with it being a track on the darker side.
Take care.
V

Glad to see someone else respects AngelicVibes' preset game lol

To state the obvious, this is very cautionary. It's very dystopian, while simultaneously being very alluring, and bordering on sensual. At least it is if you take out the meaning of the lyrics, and just focus on the vocals as an instrument. Not to say that your message isn't important, because it is.
You've managed to give it a very wide and spacious dynamic, that allows for all the elements to coincide, but still seem minimal. It's darkness is, for a lack of better terms, embracing. All of your synth work and effect placement is executed brilliantly. Especially the effects on the vocals. All of your choices were the correct ones.
The mix is crystal clear, and very professional sounding. I'm slightly envious. When I sit down to do something dark and minimalist, I always end up adding more and more until it's nothing like what I intended. My tendency is to take it to levels of aggressive distortion that completely squashes any effort of something this silky.
Excellent work. Honestly, I hope to hear more like this from you.
Take care.
V.

Hi Frans.
Hij is online hoor.Ik kon nu niet meer via de speakers luisteren dus ik hoop dat het acceptabel is. Thanx!!!

If we're talking about the type of remix where I can add some silliness, that would be a cool idea! I'll send you a DM!

And so cool that you used your voice for the vox.

I like this one so much.
I like the dark vibe because in secret that is my kind of music ...my fam knows it and dont like it lol.
Great job Frans.

Hey FrenZ, I enjoyed the track (despite the depressing subject matter)... the constant ups and downs... it's extremely realistic and actually describes what I hear from beyond the horizon every day. It's a very well made, contemporary track. Compliments.
Cheers,
Micky

Hello TheFrenz, like this track from the jump my friend.....the music is a good barometer unfortunately of the present. The vocals are definitely chilling but so correct and well done. The effects and pounding percussions also add a ton to the feel of this track.....a very well made piece.

I agree with BaoBou I wouldn't call it controversial, more like realistic. I have Metal track on this subject and it's more in your face. You pegged it correctly with the title Dark Times Ahead, but enough of the political stuff. That groove was steady and consistent, and the bassline was ominous lol. Great track and production overall,

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I wouldn't call it controversial, I'd call it realistic. I love the sound of this track; I think around 2:00 you can go even harder, but it's already really good!

Let's hope there won't be dark times ahead. It is a very complexed term and requires, despite the controversy, people's approval. I do understand the worries of an artist like you, it is in your nature to be worried about man's well being and it is in your nature to express it in music and lyrics. Let's try not to be preconceived and let's try not to give life to such a detestable future. I liked the composition and the excellent use of the synths and effects you mention, beautiful sound.
My best wishes, Anthony.

I like this one. The beat is giving South Africa

Dark Times Ahead, indeed. Sad times we live in - sad times that I'm trying to raise my daughters in. Sometimes it's all i can do to just keep trudging Forward so I can give them the best life that I possibly can. My brother lost his son back in 2008, and went down a dark path that, for a time, consumed him. His connection to music and his talent with translating how he felt into music is what I believe brought him back. There was a certain quality to it that I felt present here in yours - something that allows the listener to relate and empathize. As my brother said, you're among friends here, so no worries dude. And as Manuela said, if someone would end a friendship over your creativity and sharing your feelings through song, they couldn't have been your friend at all. Thanks for sharing this.

Hello Franz, if someone turns away from you because of this, they were never a friend to begin with. Fantastic epic photomonumental soundscape! Kudos, Manuela

Your vocals seem like they could be a small part of something more epic, I forgot to add. Something to maybe consider.

No worries here, man. Once someone earns my friendship, it's for good. And a friend who is stressed or worried or in pain is a friend who might need someone to listen, or a little extra to help them through something. My mom taught me everything she could with the time she had on this Earth, and loyalty, respect, and empathy for my friends is among the most important. Like me, u have the ability to translate how u feel into music - and that music deserves to be heard and felt by others without worry of judgement or worse. You have my support, and anything else u might ever need from me. You're among friends here.
A lot of my work tends towards the darker side of emotion and feeling, that's how I deal with how horrible life has been the last few years for my better half and I. It helps so much to be able to release that darkness and create something worthwhile with it. I'm glad to say that you're able to do that, as well. I really liked this piece, man. It's not hard to imagine what the words might be if this were a poem instead of a composition. That's the magic of music at work.

good song man, love the mood

urban

Wow this is a real exploration of deep, dark places - the way you show movement and angst is v effective. Your vocals worked well on here, too Kay