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My immediate concern is this: Would have preferred to have most of the vocals in the vocal tracks removed. Sometimes they are too distracting, imo, and it seems that a few tracks rely to heavily on the vocals to carry the song (instead of the vocals being a supplement). Too abrasive.
I felt that by crutching on the vocals so much that it wasn't what I was looking for in a PvD album. I think it is a fun way to really branch out and perhaps interest people who are acquainted with other genres. But I felt the people who have been fans of Pauls for a long time were kind of left behind... It's not that I disliked the album, but I wasn't floored by any means. That is what I wanted. I wanted to be floored.
And who cares if he recycles samples, like hi-hats, and kicks, etc.. omg, that is the great stuff! It gives music style and definite edge, as long as it doesn't end up sounding the same as every other song. I like some of the elements that were recycled from "Love from Above". I really like some of the PvD sounds, it is kind of like BT's album where he recycled a lot of his synths. It makes for a great style that reminds me who made the music, and I like it tbh.
I also liked the opening track, Haunted, despite the vocals, I thought they did the track alright. It was good at creating a good atmosphere for the track, which is something I have missed in a lot. I would have added in some warm bass to make the track a bit cozier to listen to.
I also liked the last track. Some unique elements that were there, and thought this would be just fine w/o the vocals.
All in all I preferred the more simple tracks that reminded me of the simple dreamy stuff that PvD released a long time ago.
What makes me sick about so many of the TA's that post in the review forum, it is always all or nothing. Not like: "I like this part blablabla, but not this blablabla". It's always like: "this whole thing is crap". I get so numbed from reading these type inane comments, and upset that TA has degenerated into a place where so many have nothing positive to say, ever.
This is a perfect example. Here is a guy who has done so much for the EDM community, and it really is offensive that people so callously come in and just crap all over his album. There are some things I like about the album, and many things I don't, but it is rude to put so little thought into your review. It doesn't upset me that not everyone will like this album. Be a little courteous when you state your opinion for a change. Maybe put a little thought into why you formulated your opinion instead of a quip such as "it's crap". It would be great to get the fun dialog we used to have around here instead of the typical conversation which follows this pattern:
post 1: Oh, this album is awesome. I really like the third track.
post 2: wtf, this album blows. total crap.
post 3: */insert grammar correction* wow, you can't even spell, your opinion is obviously wrong.
post 4: if you don't like it, make something better.
post 5: tiesto sucks.
I AM SO TIRED OF THIS. GO AWAY. GTFO and go to www.mercuryserver.com
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