
"Concendrain"
25. 12. 1.
Bromsen
Bromsen: "Concendrain"
Overall, "Concendrain" is a very solid track with a captivating vibe and great potential. The guitar solo is absolutely fantastic—it's a definite highlight and hits the mark perfectly, lending a great indie-rock energy to the electronic foundation. The track has a distinct character, but there are a few areas in the mix and structure that could be tightened up to achieve the last "5% push" you are looking for.
🎯 Specific Feedback Points
1. Mix Decisions: Low-End & Drums (Pushing the Hard Hit)
Drums: The current drums feel a bit weak overall. To make the track "hit as hard as it should", the kick needs more low-mid punch (around 100-150Hz) and the snare requires a sharper transient and more presence (200-400Hz and 2-5kHz) to cut through the synths. They need to be punchier and more present in the mix to drive the track forward—this is key for an indie/electronic trio.
Synth Bass: The synth bass could be significantly more present and robust throughout the song. In the current mix, it feels recessed. Try boosting its presence (perhaps in the 500-800Hz range for clarity and fullness) to add more weight and better define the low end against the kick drum, improving the overall groove.
2. Vocal Treatment (Improving Cohesion)
Detachment: The vocals feel a little detached from the instrumental track. They might be a bit too loud, making them sit aggressively on top of the mix.
Solution: Experimenting with a 1-2 dB lower volume and adding a subtle, shared ambience—like a short, high-quality room or plate reverb applied to the entire track's bus—could help the vocals sit more cohesively in the mix. This shared space will integrate them better with the surrounding synths and guitars.
3. Energy Flow & Song Structure (Achieving the Chorus Lift)
Structural Clarity: The overall song structure is confusing at the moment. Without clear markers, I don't readily understand what part is the verse, chorus, bridge, etc. This directly impacts the intended chorus lift.
Suggestion: The main groove or melodic hook should be emphasized with immediate dynamic changes in the chorus—maybe by dropping elements in the verse and bringing back the full drum/bass line only for the chorus.
The Intro: The intro doesn't really do much at the moment; it feels like an extended build-up. It needs a more compelling, distinct element or a quicker transition to the main groove to immediately grab the listener.
Transitions: Consider adding more risers or transition elements (like reverse cymbals, filter sweeps, or specific drum fills) to better define and emphasize the shift between sections. This lack of dynamic punctuation breaks the energy flow and makes the structure ambiguous.