Man. I was SO proud of myself for getting 75 - felt like it was a lot of lucky guesses back to back, felt like I was cheating. Then I see I'm not even top 5 high scores roflmao xD
Way to keep me motivated, you freaking winners. Oof. Back to climbing the mountain c:
That's the most important thing: self-improvement! This site is full of incredibly talented people, but if you keep practicing, you'll get closer and closer to the top 3. Keep going!
I beat my high score today so - on the plus side, wasn't just luck c: On the not-so-plus side, my ears are not the problem. I don't think I have the dexterity to answer quick enough at that level xD
Hello everyone. I hope all is well for you. So the time has come. My first release is out into the world. I have it on YouTube but also submitted it to the HOFA Contest. I would appreciate it you have a listen and even vote for it on the contest if you like it. It will mean a lot to me.
Some background for anyone interested: My track Dasein was composed late 2024, back when I took seriously my love for music and begun learning the process of music production. Prior to that I had a few sporadic demos, no mixing, nothing. At the same time, I joined SoundGym but only took it seriously later in 2025 when I paid for subscription. I postponed a lot the release of Dasein. I tried to hone my ears and learn mixing/mastering, tried to find time for it while running a pharmacy, doubted myself more times than I can count, and in the meantime recorded another 7-8 tracks (it was the only thing I knew how to do). Recently I said, ‘this can’t go on forever’, and decided to go all in and finish the thing. What you hear is the result. I put a lot of myself into it. I also designed the cover and the logo, which have a lot of meaning to me. I want to thank everyone here who anticipated this release through our personal communication. Your eagerness helped me move forward.
A sidenote: The title comes from the book ‘Sein und Zeit’ (Being and Time) by Heidegger, and it’s the central word of the book. It signifies the mode of being that we humans fall into. We are not merely alive, but we Exist, and that very existence is an issue for us (meaning we are confronted with it as a topic of inquiry).
Hey, Stelios, this sounds great! Great arrangements, production, and mixing! Is that you playing the guitars? It reminds me a little of Dream Theater's energy and style—could that be it? great work man! cheers!
Thanks a lot @Beto Ojeda! Yes, it's me playing all guitars. Other people say it reminds them of Dream Theater as well. I guess it's a compliment because they are great! I must admit though, I've listened to a lot of Dream Theater, but not as much as one would expect. Funnily enough, I've listened to them more after composing Dasein than before. haha
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