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14th Mar 2025 00:35 - 1 week ago
Description : EDIT 3/21/2025: I went back and boosted some of the mids, and the percussion to balance it out.

Fun fact about this track: In 2014 I posted a track called "Hatred Saint". recently, I found it collecting dust in a forgotten folder. When I listened to it, I thought, "This is good. But it could be better." So I opened it up, and began surgery. It still resembles the original, but it's evolution was so vast that it deserved it's own title. Maybe someday I'll re-upload the original for comparison.

Comments (15)

If you have time take a listen and give ValveDriver some feedback.

secondnature1
secondnature1 22nd Mar 2025 07:04 - 2 hours ago
Metal horns are up! Rock on ValveDriver :)
Jonathan (2NDNTR/7THGR)
fanisatt
fanisatt 21st Mar 2025 18:41 - 15 hours ago
My english not so good man , I need the google translator every time... Anyway....it is very strong as I have already said because there are strong melody lines and rich chord progression here , not simply a metal piece with a strong guitar....!!! Bravo !!!
ValveDriver
ValveDriver replied 21st Mar 2025 - 14 hours ago
Fanisatt, I understand the language barrier,man. I completely get it. That can make communication a little difficult. Luckily, we do have Google translator. While it may not be a perfect translation, it definitely helps artists, (people in general) from all over the world to connect and share where we couldn't before!
Thank you for coming back for another listen. I truly appreciate it!
Take care.
V.
2Sisters
2Sisters 17th Mar 2025 22:16 - 4 days ago
Hi Aaron,

I can totally relate to this. We also have a pile of "unfinished ones" waiting to be worked on. And sometimes, when I sift through them, I come across songs and think, "Why didnt you follow up on this one?"

As for this song, Im fascinated, as I so often am with your work, by the powerful chords. Theres no unnecessary embellishmentjust clear, unmistakable statements being made. A solid and impressive foundation upon which everything else is built. The rhythm from the bass and drums is so dynamic, and the soaring lead guitar above it feels majestic.

As always, its a bit dark *smile, but in the best way. The mix and master are divine once again.

Best wishes, Manuela
ValveDriver
ValveDriver replied 18th Mar 2025 - 3 days ago
After going back and listening to it again for the first time since I posted it, I can hear a few places that need improvement in the mix. But, that aside, I understand what you were saying in your first comment about it being almost mathematical. I can't really put a finger on it, but you're definitely correct. I think not having any vocals, I have to rely on the music itself, and not letting it become a boring listen, so switch ups and riff changes are necessary.
I'm thrilled to know that you're fascinated with my work. I assumed that with it being so far from your preferred genre(s) that you just tolerated it for the sake of encouragement. That means a lot. Thank you.
Take care, Manuela.
Aaron.
CINCOCENT
CINCOCENT 17th Mar 2025 06:32 - 5 days ago
Woah! Yea! Love that Morrissey type bass synth! Excellent raw guitarage! From Morrissey to Massive Attack. What a creative transition or build I don't know what to call it but little bit of both blended in so seamlessly with main guitar
ValveDriver
ValveDriver replied 18th Mar 2025 - 3 days ago
Thanks, man. I appreciate you taking the time. I'm glad you liked it.
Take care.
V.
Pnnywze
Pnnywze 16th Mar 2025 23:21 - 5 days ago
Ooooo Bminor and Gminor both are great for basslines (while keys like A#m or F#m are not as easy for me because the relatively higher (or lower) pitch than other keys complicates things a bit. Anyway, I'll come up with some stuff, in a variety of tempos and patterns. When it comes to drums and 808s, I'm kinda like captain America - I can do this all day.
Pnnywze
Pnnywze 16th Mar 2025 22:08 - 5 days ago
All right, that I can most definitely do. Any particular key youd like the bass to be in? And the desired tempo is important, of course
ValveDriver
ValveDriver replied 16th Mar 2025 - 5 days ago
Whatever you got, man. I can work with it. Generally, I stick to Bm or Gm, but I'm good with whatever you throw my way. If I can't get anything to stick, we can try something different.
fanisatt
fanisatt 16th Mar 2025 19:35 - 5 days ago
Very Strong !!!!! I love it !!!
ValveDriver
ValveDriver replied 16th Mar 2025 - 5 days ago
Thanks.
What makes it so strong? What exactly do you love about it?
Jkingz
Jkingz 16th Mar 2025 18:00 - 5 days ago
Awesome tune Valve driver, love it man. Heavy, guitary loveliness. Great job
ValveDriver
ValveDriver replied 16th Mar 2025 - 5 days ago
Thanks, man. I appreciate it. Thanks for takin' the time.
Take care.
V.
exxttonee
exxttonee 15th Mar 2025 10:16 - 6 days ago
Insane!
ValveDriver
ValveDriver replied 15th Mar 2025 - 6 days ago
Thank you!
Dennel
Dennel 15th Mar 2025 08:11 - 1 week ago
7:09 minutes of pure Metal, just the thing to go with my morning coffee as I wake up the neighbors with my walls rumbling lol! Can't add anything more than what's already been said other than it's an exceptional piece of music. Thanks for sharing,

D
ValveDriver
ValveDriver replied 15th Mar 2025 - 6 days ago
Thank you, Dennel. I appreciate that.
Coffee and metal is the cornerstone of any nutritious breakfast!
Like the saying goes, "I don't always listen to metal, but when I do, so do my neighbors!" right?
Have a good one.
Take care.
v.
Pnnywze
Pnnywze 15th Mar 2025 05:16 - 1 week ago
I gotta be caeful doing that surgery to my own work, theres so much of it Id never be seen again lol. Anyway, dude I swear there isnt a single piece of yours that i dont like, its always fking awesome. This has a slowr pace to it that would suit my drum and 808 style - I think that whenever youre ready to do that full collab, something with the DNA of this one will be the place to start. Im ready whenever - Im not as busy as I was, but it wouldnt matter. Id drop everything to work with u lol.
ValveDriver
ValveDriver replied 15th Mar 2025 - 6 days ago
When I first started out here, a few regulars and I started referring to my style as "Electrosludgedoomstep". I had this idea that using all synths, but in a metal style would be something cool. It was. To a degree. There was even one that Neomorpheus laid down a killer guitar track to. But, after awhile, I got tired of doing it that way and just started doing trad metal. I have a shitload of old tracks that are just sitting there waiting for their turn on the operating table. So, yeah...if that's a project I continue with, the world may not see me for quite some time either.
As far as starting that collab, why don't you kick it off by putting together a few drums and 808 patterns and send 'em over. I'll put a few riffs to them, and we can go from there. I have a few ideas that might work. But, we can work details in DMs.
Take care, man.
Aaron
glennwhite6504
glennwhite6504 14th Mar 2025 19:36 - 1 week ago
Hello ValveDriver, just doing a little surfing and stopped on your track a thousand blight of fire and right away the guitars caught my ears....it just happens that way since I kinda admire the guitar. I found it pretty interesting and definitely heavy metal....so many ways the guitar sound can capture your attention and this did. Its a good strong rock piece....just what you expect.
ValveDriver
ValveDriver replied 15th Mar 2025 - 1 week ago
Hello Glenn.
I have to agree with you. Guitars have always been a major part of my life, and they do have a way of capturing your attention.
Thank you for the listen and the comment.
Take care.
V.
TrippleN97
TrippleN97 14th Mar 2025 19:30 - 1 week ago
This explains your experience in working with guitar mixes. You've been doing this a long time and it looks like guitars have always been your thing. I don't know a lot about hard rock but this song is fire. I'm looking forward to learning more from you sir.
N
ValveDriver
ValveDriver replied 14th Mar 2025 - 1 week ago
N, hey man. Thanks for stopping by.
Although I have been doing this for a long time, I have to be completely honest with you, as far as producing/mixing goes, Guitars have really only been prominent in the last few years. Before then, I primarily worked in synth based music. But, I've been listening mostly to classic rock, blues, grunge, and heavy metal since the late 1970s. So I grew up completely immersed in, and with guitars being the main driving force behind my musical tastes.
As far as learning more from me, I'm glad to help out where I can. I am by no means a professional. Just someone who's picked up a lot of useful things along the way, and I'm still learning all the time!
Thanks for taking the time to listen and comment. It always means more when it's not someones preferred genre, but they still take the time. I appreciate it.
Take care.
V.
2Sisters
2Sisters 14th Mar 2025 14:43 - 1 week ago
Hello Aaron,

There is nothing to say about the quality of your work. As always, it is flawless and beyond any doubt. I almost take that for granted *smile. The structure of this song is clear, almost mathematical, and takes me, the listener, to some dark corner where I await in awe for some bright glowing elf to protect me from the dark demons and lead me back to the light. Whether Nirvana, as mentioned here, was the inspiration for this project, I cannot and do not want to judge. Although the trance-like drive underlying your song almost hints at it. So, a great musical artwork, although, as you know, I am not necessarily a fan of this dark musical shadow world.

Best regards, Manuela
ValveDriver
ValveDriver replied 14th Mar 2025 - 1 week ago
Hi Manuela.

I truly appreciate the fact that you took time to listen to my work. Especially knowing it's not at all your preferred genre. That's what I like to call unconditional support, and it means a lot to me. So, thank you for that.
I've been producing music since 1998. It's been a constant uphill struggle to achieve a quality mix. It wasn't until about 5 years ago that it all started to really come together. So when I get comments like yours, it's very rewarding. thank you for that as well.
I can assure you there was no influence by Nirvana. Grunge, yes. Nirvana specifically, no.
As far as awaiting the glowing elf to protect from the dark demons, I believe we are all feeling like that in the world right now. Which is what this is about. The blights of fire that seems to be rising on all horizons.
Thank you again, Manuela. It's always a pleasure to hear from you.
Take care.
Aaron
Kayos2
Kayos2 14th Mar 2025 13:29 - 1 week ago
Hi , Aaron 2 - Something slightly Nirvana-ish came up in me when listening - the quality of this track, production-wise, is superb. I would say rock heaven, if there is such a place. Love the way you did the ending, with that blast of timpani. Nicely done. Kay0s
ValveDriver
ValveDriver replied 14th Mar 2025 - 1 week ago
Hi Kay. Thanks for listening and commenting. I appreciate that. As far as there being a rock heaven, I hope there is such a place. That's where I plan on going! I guess I can hear a little bits of Nirvana in a few places, but to be honest, even though I absolutely love Grunge, and lived the grunge lifestyle in the 90s, I never really got into Nirvana. I was more into Alice In Chains and Soundgarden. (among others). Either way, with Nirvana being such a big name, I take it as a compliment. Thank you!
Take care.
V.

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