Haven't heard anyone attempt this mash yet and I'm glad to see DJ's playing a Jump Smoker Trax! I work directly with these guys in Chicago (Haven't played this for them yet) So here we go... Your vocals are definitely on tempo and the sound quality of the track and vocal seems to be preserved very well! It sure sounds like you could make this into something special! Sounds like something you would do Live while DJ'ing!
Cons:
Although the vocals are on 'Tempo', Chris Brown is singing 'Forever' in an entirely different key than in the Jump Smoker's tune. In some parts you have both vocals in a 'screaming match' (Vocals on Vocals). Sounds more like a 'Mix' to me or a rushed A+B Mash.
Tips:
Your Idea is great! Spend more time on this! Try adding some EFX to both and maybe using a different Chris Brown track to compliment it. First thing that comes to mind (with the title in consideration) is making it sound like Chris Brown should get his ass kicked....forever on the dance floor... and so on If you decide to work on this a bit more I'll be looking forward to seeing how it comes out!
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Dj Submitted - Added 09/18/09 Love Story vs. Apologize
(Taylor Swift vs. One Republic)
Firstly, it’s great to see you acknowledge that the original idea for this blend is not your own. Speaking as a masher who has seen his creations copied all over the place – Its very admirable to see you giving a nod to the original masher. Secondly, I know the other version, I heard it a few months ago and thought it was a good concept then. You’ve done the tracks and the original masher justice with your version. Key & tempo wise, its produced well and the effects you use during the mash work well.
Cons:
As you say in your blog, the Taylor Swift acapella is a DIY job. It’s a good one, but it’s still not perfect. The good news is it doesn’t detract from the track too much. The bad news is we could never use this on Radio Stix because of this. Unfortunately (for you), the show is broadcast on radio so all sources have to be perfect. If it wasn’t for that, your track would have surely featured.
Tips:
You know what you’re doing. I’ve heard a few from you now and you don’t really make mistakes. Keep up the good work !
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Dj Submitted - Added 06/21/09 Wasn't Me (I Blame It On The Alcohol)
(Shaggy vs. Jamie Foxx ft. T-Pain)
The groove resurrects a summer hit from several years ago and the lyrical concepts (such as they are) fit together nicely. It would be a decent summer party mash if not for:
Cons:
The chord progressions don't match and make Foxx sound jarring as soon as he comes in. "It Wasn't Me" repeats C major and B flat major throughout, whereas "Blame It", has a surprisingly complex chord progression, though mainly based on Cmaj and Bmin. The mostly monotonic Autotune 'pella disguises this clash to some extent, but it can't hide the general "offness" (I noticed similar issues with C.Brown's backing vox in your Jacko mash). Also, this is FAR too long and soon becomes tedious to my ears, not least because of the clash I've described.
Tips:
If you're using Mixed In Key, it prob. told you both songs were in Cmaj, which is nonsense. Don't rely on it, rely on your ears (you seem to have noticed something was amiss, as you cut the instr. loop when Foxx first comes in). And try to be more concise - a 6 min. A+B is
almost always too long.
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Dj Submitted - Added 06/12/09 Don't Stop Til Forever
(Chris Brown vs. Michael Jackson)
You manage to give the Jacko oldie a fresh touch with this solid mash-up. The crystal clear vocals match the tempo and harmony of the instrumental and the production is top notch. The whole summery vibe makes it ideal for listening on a beach.
Cons:
Clocking in at 5:20 might seem too long for some people, perhaps you could trim it just a wee bit. Other than that, none.
Tips:
Bring on more upbeat tunes, I've got to fill up my iPod for the summer holidays!
