Notices by Dgar (dgar@aus.social), page 2

“Fake News” by Homeostasis (@mxv) brought a big smile to my face, despite the seriousness of the lyrics. I really enjoyed the vocal mixing and layering, and the guitar solo was a great touch. Very cool. Vote code RIGE.

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“Invoking Fairies” by Lunafacious (@Mondgesicht) is ethereal, peaceful, and natural sounding music behind sublime vocals. Absolutely beautiful. Vote code LUCA

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I am always a sucker for a song about science and space. “The Moon Illusion” by FSVO (@fsvo) ticks this box for me. The synths in the last half bring the space vibe home. Vote code SELE

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“The Optically Pumped Rubidium Maser” by Rob of Walthamstow (@robcorp55) wins Best Song Name from me!! A chill relaxing guitar piece with some nice key changes. Very enjoyable. Vote code TPSB

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“Imagine standing on a ledge on a foggy autumn morning. The fog has made everything wet, and there's little ponds and streams everywhere. Everything seems quiet, but you soon notice there's frogs and insects scurrying about.
A shrew dives behind a log and vanishes as you approach. A squirrel in a pine is busy hiding seeds, and you get close enough to startle it. It quickly climbs to the top of the pine.
As you approach a small lake, you suddenly hear something snap. You turn to your left and see a big red deer buck with a majestic antler. It stares at you for a split second before concluding that you're the more dangerous one, and it runs off into the fog.” ~ Pilum::🌞

The song description provided for “Pottane” by Pilum::🌞 (@pilum) gives some insight into the journey this instrumental track takes us on, and paints such a vivid picture, I can see the characters in mind. Great tune. Vote code ANDO

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“Two Weeks of Spring (Six Months of Summer)” by phog masheeen (@phog_masheeen) is a piece about climate change. Thumping beat, synth stabs, cool vocal samples, all with the spoken voice, foreboding in its tone, laying out the story like it’s a matter of fact. Awesome groove. Vote code HEJT

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*wipes sweat off brow and opens an ice cold beverage.

And that’s my review thread of #Fedivision2024.

What an amazing selection of entries. Thank you all for sharing your music!!

Big love, and huge appreciation. #Fedivision is a lot of fun.

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“Maudit” by Faustine (@faustivache) & Juliette is definitely another #Fedivision song! I used a translator to read the lyrics. It did not help me understand what the song is about. That doesn’t matter! The music is fire and I like it!! I’m confused, but I like it. Vote code WCFA

“Mare” by Schall und Stille (@stephan) featuring MyLoFy (@MyLoFy) and Tobias Stutz. I like this one. The instruments complement each other nicely and the vocals fit really well. MyLoFy does a great job on the guitar solo, and Tobias brings the cello in beautifully. The lyrics speak about unspoken connections. Great track. Vote code RAIL

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“This Fragile Atmosphere” by Lonnon Foster (@lonnon) begins with a finger snap in the mic which becomes the main driver for the layers of synths that follow it, drive it, push it, relentlessly, until your tapping your foot and bobbing your head. Excellent ideas. Excellent track. Vote code NBLT

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“goodBeginnings” by frigginGlorious (@frigginglorious) is a love song recalling the first meeting and celebrating the relationship. #Fedivision delivers such a wide variety of music to us. There’s a real space rock vibe on this one. I enjoyed it. Vote code SHED

“Threaded Invasion” by The1goit (@the1goit) is an instrumental piece with a great rhythm and driving melody.

“…I decided to theme this track after Threads "federating" and the instances trying to fight back against the data-grabbing, all seeing eyes of Facebook…” ~ The1goit

I think the impression of a digital battlefield has been successfully delivered. Great track! Vote code TBSC

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“Light Beam” by Earl20 (@jdufour) is an instrumental synth with a kickin’ beat and some wicked harmonies. Really easy to bop along to. Very nice. Vote code NEUT

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“Mauver than a Joopleberry” by Fennifith Media Transmitter [Default Media Transmitter (@defaultmediatransmitter) and James Fenn (@fennifith)] is a synth instrumental with a nice spacey feel. Really interesting changes and drum sections. I like it. Vote code BKTH

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“Postmarked The Stars” by Skylark Duquesne (@SkylarkDuquesne) is an acoustic guitar led pop song with lyrics that speak of hope for the future.

The song “…is a hopeful, acoustic pop song that started out as busker-material, but eventually included synthesizers, drum machines, bass, and a total of three guitars. It's a letter to my wife, Liz.” ~ Skylark Duquesne

Great lyrics. I enjoyed the guitar work too. Vote code ATLA

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“tracks of federation” by reia (@reia) is a high-paced exciting chiptune. Much nostalgia. Really great work. Vote code EALN

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Meow! “Diag” by Frederick Yin (@fkfd) is a chill groove with really cool lyrics that speak to procrastination and urbanism. Very nice stereo panning effects. Love the little kitty sound. Awesome song. Vote code DEEZ

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“Everglades” by Squalor Possum (@squalorpossum), representing Harsh Noise Conservation Commission, Wetlands Division.

Apart from saying “Well done, you have represented the Harsh Noise Conservation Commission well.”, I will say that there are layers in this I didn’t expect to find. Interesting track. Vote code HNCC

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“S A U C I S S E” by Desmu (@desmu) is just pure fun, made even better with the adorable music video.

https://peertube.desmu.fr/w/mmGRGtMdz6jnP2DvuCovec

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The funky blues progression produced by retro Amiga chips with robot vocals took me by surprise on the first play. I didn’t think chiptunes could sound that good. “Laden läuft.mod” by PAULAnder von Liebhertz (@herr_irrtum) is not only a really cool technical accomplishment, it’s also an excellent song. Vote code CBMC

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