Results! Pleae mind that they're NOT in order "from worst to best", as that would take me a lot of time on my phone. I've gotta say, I feel this round is, while not stronger than the previous ones, it's the most consistent of them all.
(mikemangioy)
Nevermore -
The River Dragon Has ComeWell this is pretty heavy. But it sounds a bit uninventive to me, honestly. And while that might not be a problem per se (see Alter Bridge), there's nothing too, eh... remarkable on this. I get how many will like this, but I prefer my metal more... unique. Not derivative nor generic, with AB being the exception because their songwriting is top-notch. Come on, nigga, step up your game! I won your roulette, you deserve to do better.
3/5(Bolsters)
Frost* -
SnowmanThis is a song that, despite having listened to it several times, I can't recall a single thing from it, besides the beginning. I dig the electronic elements tho. It's nice, but nothing too special tbh.
+3/5(Evermind)
Primal Fear -
InseminoidIs this heavy metal or power metal?
To be honest, I can't see how me liking (actually, LOVING) Operation: Mindcrime would somehow make me likely to enjoy this - I feel both are pretty different. One has amazing riffs, killer drumming, and catchy vocal melodies. This is some catchy metal, but it doesn't do much for me. The drumming feels like doing the same thing for like 80% of the song, to the point where the drum kick starts to annoy me a bit. It's pretty badass, yes, but, well... this kind of thing it's not for me. Feels like they're trying too hard to be "metal as fuck" or something. Maybe the song's lyrics have something to do
It's kind of generic, honestly. Like, I don't feel these guys have a unique sound, and that's something that turns me off. Nothing bad, but nothing remarkable.
+3/5(Train of Naught)
Blue Öyster Cult -
AstronomyThis is a pretty interesting piece, and dunno why I even included this album on the list. My problem is, the more I go back in time, the less I'm likely to find pieces I relate to. Maybe had I been born in the 70s, I would have loved this song. But it's just something about its particular melodies that doesn't strike me as particularly memorable. Oh, the chorus is pretty good, but the rest, specially considering the synth work... no. Is that kind of work that turns me off from most 70s and classic prog I've listened to.
+3/5(home)
The Beatles -
A Day In The LifeHonestly, I have never given The Beatles a fair chance. And this is better than expected. But... it's pretty weird, honestly. There's a pretty dark section before the middle, that repeats again near the end of the song. It's not bad on itself, but feels really awkward on the song context. Well, at least I can see why this album was groundbreaking at the time. And the outro... no. Just no. A weird loop repeating for 30s, why?
3.5/5(FlyingBIZKIT)
Incubus -
Aqueous TransmissionDefinitely didn't expect a track like this from these guys. I think they play some funk metal, or the like? Well this is pretty nice and chill, I like the unconventional instrumentation, the soft vocals, and the quiet percussion. My complaint is that it drags, really.
3.5/5(senecadawg2)
Foals -
Spanish SaharaThis post-rock formula of long buildups is interesting, but I feel some bands pull it off better than others. Or in better albums than others lol. Because, this buildup didn't really pay off in my opinion. Honestly, I prefer the other song by these guys by a nice margin.
+3.5/5(425)
Death Cab For Cutie -
TransatlanticismOhboy, this is like the 4th song with a buildup on this round, what the hell
Well, if it's a great buildup, one of those that add new details very few bars, I love them. If they only get faster or louder, well... meh.
This is a beautiful, emotive song, but its buildup structure is kinda bad executed, it just takes too long to reach the climax - imo a good buildup shouldn't take more than 5 mins. Oh, it's awesome when it reaches the best part, but feels one-dimensional for most of the song. Nothing is bad on this song (actually the melodies are very good) per se, except how it's written, and it makes this a tiring experience. Maybe if this had a break on the middle I'd have liked it more.
+3.5/5(sneakyblueberry)
Frank Ocean -
PyramidsThe first thing that popped in my mind is that this reminds me of those lame Drake songs, and a lot of modern, mainstream music. I think it's safe to say they got inspiration from this guy. This style is very interesting, and after like 6 listens I could finally shake all those lame songs' feelings - this is better written. For being such a long tune, this actually flows very well, and feels shorter. Pretty creative tune - please, keep sending stuff from outside my comfort zone.
4/5(splent)
OutKast -
B.O.B.What turns me off from most hip-hop albums, and has slowed down my exploration of it is the huge amount of CRAPPY covers. This one, eh... it's alright.
This tune has some great beats and rapping, and it's more varied than I'd have imagined, with that choir and the guitar bits. I dig it.
4/5(Fluffy Lothario)
Streetlight Manifesto -
If and When We Rise AgainAh, ska. This is the kind of music I've heard quite a lot on radios, as in a very similar vein, and had never intrigued me. This, on the other, is very well written. And lots of fun. The little chorus is great. It might not blow my mind, but I quite enjoy this. Excellent instrumentation.
+4/5(Shadow Ninja 2.0)
múm -
We Have A Map Of The PianoI don't know what kind of music this is, other than gorgeous. This is a nice little, innocent song. I prefer the other one you were about to send me, but couldn't (sorry
). But this piece is very intriguing. Almost childish, but in a good way. Yup, I like this combination of acoustic instruments with some minimal electronics.
+4/5(Parama)
Mew -
Comforting SoundsI can see why this is one of your favorite songs. It's a very emotional one. Despite its length (I feel it drags a little bit tbh), I find myself liking this more with each listen. This is the kind of buildup I like, where something new appears every several bars, so the song keeps evolving and it never gets boring. My only complain is that the whole song is a fucking buildup, and at almost 9 mins, is a bit exhausting, considering the best part, by far, is the second half - when it reaches the climax, it's glorious.
+4/5(Elite)
Arcade Fire -
Wake UpOh Arcade Fire. One of the last big indie bands, and you send me something from their most iconic album. Nice. I really dig the vocal harmonies on this song, and the general vibe of it, quite melancholic. Great violin work btw. Not much more to add, other than while it didn't blow my mind, I quite enjoyed this.
+4/5(Tyrias)
Foals -
InhalerThis is every intriguing piece. First thing I notice, these guys, despite their alternative rock influences, have a personal sound, and I always appreciate that. The chorus here is just fantastic, with, those post-rocky guitars, and that great climax. The best chorus of the round, and maybe of the roulette? It's just excellent. SPAAAAACEEE. I need to check this album right now, this is excellent.
4.5/5Standings
12.5 - Shadow Ninja 2.0 xx
12.5 - Fluffy Lothario xxx
+12 - home xx
12 - Elite xxx
+11.5 - Bolsters xxx
+11.5 - Parama xxx
11.5 - splent xxx
11.5 - Tyrias xxx
+11 - senecadawg2 xx
11 - Biskit xx
11 - 425 xxx
+10.5 - Evermind xxx
+10.5 - Train of Naught xx
10.5 - Sneakyblueberry xx
9.5 - mikemangioy xx
Mr Fluffy has proved not only to have a great music taste, but also the ability of picking songs outside my comfort zone that I quite enjoy. But WAIT A MINUTE. How the hell is Shadow Ninja doing SO WELL on this roulette?!? I'm as surprised as him I guess. In the meantime, home and Bolsters, who shined on the first 2 rounds have slipped a bit on this one, but still have strong chances to win if they know what to send. Either Tyrias or splent can enter the top 5 now, closely followed by seneca, who surprises me isn't annihilating everyone's ass at this point. The middle section is pretty hectic right now, so with a bit of luck, anybody can climb to the top 5. And mikemangioy still regrets not having sent Adrenaline Mob
Oh, and you have 24 hours to send
ALSO READ THIS: I've decided to allow live songs, as some tunes outdo their studio versions. The same rules apply as with normal submissions: if a band/artist is banned, or if your song belongs originally to an album that has a ranking on the list, good or bad, you CAN'T send it. Good luck!