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#9 TRA Studio Monday Madness

(2025-12-29) Songs played on our listening session at the TRA Studio Discord server. (Published songs only.)
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49 songs
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Allegro tempo sets a lively Neapolitan tarantella groove, driven by crisp percussions and bright tambourines, Gentle mandolin and shamisen open with interlocking picking, joined by subtle bass and airy shakuhachi lines, Female vocals float in napolitan dialect, entwined with layered harmonies and intricate counterpoint, Taiko and shamisen intensify the rhythmic pulse, while theremin and koto weave in ethereal, haunting textures that drift through each section, adding depth and mystery to the lively folk-dance energy
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A 170 BPM modern melodic power metal anthem of 4-5 minutes length fused with โ€˜80s eurodance and synthwave, built on galloping rhythm guitars, tight palm-mutes, and bright harmonized leads, Punchy double-kick and big snare drive the energy, while retro arpeggiator synths, cinematic pads, and fleeting neon-console sparkle fill the wide stereo field, Verses start intimate with range-shifting soaring power metal vocalsโ€”airy falsetto, clean highs, belted peaksโ€”building tension, The chorus erupts with massive, multi-tracked vocal stacks, gang shouts, and lush cathedral reverb, amplifying triumphant drama, The glossy, spacious mix boasts long reverb on choirs and crystal clarity throughout
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A high-energy rock anthem with a driving rhythm section and prominent electric guitars, The song features a male lead vocalist with a powerful, slightly raspy voice, The tempo is fast, around 160 BPM, The key is E minor, The song structure includes distinct verses, a pre-chorus, and a powerful chorus, The guitars employ heavy distortion and palm-muting for a chunky, aggressive sound, The bass guitar provides a solid, driving low end, often mirroring the guitar riffs, The drums feature a strong backbeat with frequent cymbal crashes and fills, particularly during transitions, The production is clean and punchy, with the vocals sitting prominently in the mix, There are no obvious synthesizers or orchestral elements, The guitar solo is melodic and technically proficient, utilizing bends and vibrato, The overall feel is one of urgency and determination
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Atmospheric, melancholic post-rock at 70โ€“80 BPM with dynamic contrast, Reverb-heavy electric guitars lead, layering gradually with deep resonant bass and distant brushed drums that grow in weight without becoming aggressive, Sparse analog synth textures inspired by 80s new wave (Roland Juno, Yamaha DX7, Oberheim) appear subtly as background pads and harmonic haze, Vocals are male, low-register, exhausted, and confessional, placed intimately in the mix, The song moves through several quiet-to-dense waves rather than a single climax, then sheds layers and fades very slowly, Mood is brooding, reflective, and restrained
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The voice: A female vocal performance featuring a striking contrast between verses and choruses: starting with sweet, mellow, and breathy whispers that feel both ethereal and ominous; then transitioning into a powerful, soaring classical soprano with dramatic operatic flourishes and a rich vibrato for the climax, A seamless blend of haunting, calm intimacy and epic, neoclassical intensity, the music: A symphonic gothic metal composition with strong theatrical and operatic elements, featuring prominent female classical soprano vocals that soar dramatically, The overall aesthetic is dark, grandiose, and ritualistic, infused with intricate steampunk textures: imagine elaborate clockwork mechanisms, brass gears, and steam-powered industrial sounds subtly integrated into the heavy, melodic guitar riffs, powerful orchestral arrangements, and pounding drums, The atmosphere is a unique blend of Victorian-era industrialism, arcane mysticism, and epic metal power, add disonant cellos
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Style: alternative metal, groove metal, industrial electronic Tempo: mid to fast (120โ€“135 BPM), constant energy Mood: aggressive, dark, tense Guitars: heavy distorted riffs punchy, syncopated patterns strong stop/start dynamics low tuning Drums: tight, aggressive groove follows guitar or electronic lead minimal fills, high impact Electronic: dark industrial / EBM-inspired mechanical bass pulses sometimes leads the track while guitars act as percussive accents Arrangement rule: ONE leader at a time (guitar OR electronic) never full metal + full electronic at once Vocals (optional): raspy, worn vocal tone natural distortion emotionally tense integrated into mix
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Live stadium concert, loud audience, echoing reverb, live vocalist, audience sings along At a steady 90 BPM, this gothic symphonic metal and alternative rock fusion track opens with dark atmospheric synths and a moody ambient choir backdrop, Heavy guitar riffs drive the verses as powerful, smoky female vocals soar over sweeping symphonic choir layers, Dynamic shifts emphasize intensity, blending sustained orchestral textures with brooding guitar and rhythm, maintaining the dark, immersive atmosphere throughout
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[STYLE]: Melodic 80s Pop Rock with modern clarity โ€” bright, emotional, nostalgic without retro pastiche; timeless and sincere, [INSTRUMENTATION]: Chorus-soaked clean electric guitars, melodic basslines, punchy acoustic-style drums, subtle analog synth pads, light arpeggiated keys for shimmer; minimal ambient digital textures used only for depth, [VOCALS]: Male lead โ€” youthful yet warm tone; clear articulation; emotionally present but restrained; natural vibrato; stacked harmonies in the chorus; smooth, clean delivery, [ARRANGEMENT]: Verse-driven storytelling โ†’ lift in pre-chorus โ†’ instantly memorable chorus; short reflective bridge; final chorus with expanded harmony layers, [PRODUCTION]: Clean and airy mix; melody-first focus; wide stereo guitars; vocals centered and intimate; tasteful reverb and subtle spatial movement, [MASTERING]: Balanced and dynamic; warm low end, glossy highs; modern loudness with preserved transients and air, โ€‘Female Vocal, โ€‘Humming, โ€‘Humming Intro
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A high-energy rock track with a driving rhythm section, distorted guitars, and a male vocalist, The song features a fast tempo, a minor key, and a powerful, aggressive vocal delivery, The instrumentation includes electric guitar, bass guitar, and drums, The guitar riffs are prominent and feature palm-muted chugging in the verses and open, sustained power chords in the choruses, The bass provides a solid foundation with a consistent, driving line, The drums maintain a steady, energetic beat with frequent cymbal crashes and snare fills, The vocals are delivered with a raw, emotional intensity, utilizing a mix of singing and shouting, The song structure follows a typical verse-chorus format with a bridge and an outro, Production elements include heavy distortion on the guitars, a tight and punchy drum sound, and a clear, forward vocal mix, The overall feel is one of urgency and defiance
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184 BPM, C# Phrygian โ€” industrial deathcore ร— J-metalcore ร— jersey-club ร— cinematic choir (Veirith yandere theme), Drop-C# 8-string chugs and tremolo riffs lock to a bouncy off-beat jersey kick plus massive club slam kicks, with tritone stabs, blastbeats, d-beat runs and half-time breakdowns, Verses stay stripped and tense: low female growls and calm possessive lines over subs, sparse percussion and distant strings, Pre-chorus swells with sharp string ostinatos, snare flurries and side-chained pads, Choruses explode into violent hooks: epic female choir in unison, taiko-style drums and soaring violins, doubled by gang shouts and high harsh vocals on the last syllables, Final breakdown is the most unhinged: feral screams, choking kick stops and sudden silence before one last choir hit
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Energetic, Moody, intense, heavy symphonic, Post-Rock/Metal With Relentless Drums, Wide Range Male Vocals, layered guitars, layered vocals, Big Catchy Hook In Chorus, And Cinematic, shifting tempos and timely deconstructions, epic and ambient, industrial elements
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Brutal Russian Deathcore, Beatdown Hardcore, Russian Hardbass, Double Tracked Vocals, Layered Vocal Stacks, Solo Male Vocalist, Octavist, Deepest Demonic Gutturals, Tunnel Throat, High BPM, Blast Beats, Heroic Manic Guitar Solo, Thick Russian Accent, Anthemic, Aggressive Compression, Technical Deathcore, โ€‘Female vocals, โ€‘clean vocals, โ€‘singing, โ€‘whispering, โ€‘backing vocals, โ€‘choir, โ€‘harmony, โ€‘duet, โ€‘gang vocals, โ€‘crowd, โ€‘multiple voices, โ€‘high pitched vocals, โ€‘electronic, โ€‘autotune, โ€‘pop
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Rock, Metalcore, pop rock, Christmas, catchy
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120bpm, Alternative Metal, Post-Grunge, Baritone Melancholic Vocals, Heavy Fuzzy Guitar distortion, Shoegaze
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Ragga Metal, Industrial Alt-Rock, Gloom Bounce, Dancehall Metal Groove, Heavy Bass Swing, Call-and-Response Chorus, Festival Energy, Gritty Rap-Sing Vocal, Jamaican Patois Accents
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The song opens symphonic with layered choir harmonies and groove metal riffs, propelled by polyrhythmic, syncopated djent guitars and sharply evolving rhythms, Festive energy dominates, with call and response between choir and bold male vocals, The second half plunges into eerie, dissonant shifts, choir turning haunting as the beat morphs into unsettling patterns, The outro strips back to atmospheric textures and introspective melodic fragments, leaving a pensive resolve
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Horrorcore, Rock Ballad, Celtic Metal, Nu Metal, Shoegaze, Symphonic Rock, Industrial, Nu Disco, dark R&B, Dub step, cello, flute
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This track fuses indie rock guitar riffs with surf rock tremolo and emo pop melodies, A steady, prominent bassline anchors progressive rock-inspired shifts in tempo and time signature, Nigerian and Ethiopian tribal drums interlock in polyrhythms, while indietronica sparks thread through grunge-toned textures, blending analog synth accents and layered indie guitar for a lush, innovative soundscape
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Dark alternative rock with grunge undertones, mid-tempo and heavy, built around dirty, sustained electric guitars, deep low-end bass, and restrained but forceful live drums, Verses stay sparse and intimate, almost confessional, with a close, worn-in vocal delivery that feels tired rather than explosive, The chorus opens up emotionally, not louder for spectacle but heavier in impact, with guitars widening and vocals carrying resignation instead of anger, Guitar solo is melodic and aching, bending notes rather than shredding, echoing the sense of collapse and finality, Overall mood is smoky, bruised, and irreversible, sing out the pain and damage
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Style: alternative metal, groove metal, industrial electronic Tempo: mid to fast (120โ€“135 BPM), constant energy Mood: aggressive, dark, tense Guitars: heavy distorted riffs punchy, syncopated patterns strong stop/start dynamics low tuning Drums: tight, aggressive groove follows guitar or electronic lead minimal fills, high impact Electronic: dark industrial / EBM-inspired mechanical bass pulses sometimes leads the track while guitars act as percussive accents Arrangement rule: ONE leader at a time (guitar OR electronic) never full metal + full electronic at once Vocals (optional): raspy, worn vocal tone natural distortion emotionally tense integrated into mix
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post-rock, metal elements, deconstructions, punchy, epic 80's, 90's and 2000's, space sounds cause that's a good idea, shifting tempos and moody with a big, memorable finish, Wide-range male vocals, Make Digital Downside proud, if you can
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[is_MAX_MODE: TRUE](MAX) Genre: Gothic symphonic metal, Tempo: Moderate tempo, Key: Minor key, Lead instrument: Bright violin, dark and intense viola, Backing instruments: Somber strings, gothic guitars, metal drum set, bright synth pads, Vocals: Duet with ethereal and bright soprano female vocals, contrasted with growling, deep alto female vocals, Bright soprano vocals start on Verse 1 Deep alto vocals start on Verse 2 Both vocals harmonize for the Chorus Production: Cinematic mix, powerful chorus, steady beat, powerful and hopeful spiritual vibes, dark and light together, soaring violin and viola solo
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Female vocals, grunge, raw and unpolished 90s alternative rock, thick distorted guitars with crunchy, overdriven tones, simple yet heavy power chord progressions, gritty basslines that cut through the mix, punchy, hard-hitting live drums with a loose, natural feel, male vocals, raspy and strained, switching between apathetic murmurs and explosive, screaming outbursts, lyrics drenched in irony, frustration, alienation, and self-loathing, dynamic contrasts between quiet, stripped-down verses and loud, aggressive choruses, production should feel imperfect, almost garage-like, capturing a live, in-the-room energy with occasional feedback and sonic chaos, tones are dirty, muddy, and dark, yet melodic lines still poke through the grime, embody that nihilistic, careless attitude โ€” emotionally detached yet deeply pained, the music feels like a cathartic scream against monotony and existential dread, unrefined, cynical, melodic, heavy โ€” a pure outpouring of discontent
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psychedelic, 1960s production: heavy bass guitar, rolling stones like, 1960s garage band punk sound
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A catchy and memoriable fast-tempo modern rock, post grunge with aggressive live drums, tight palm-muted distorted guitar riffs, and driving bass, Complex, high-energy arrangement with sharp rhythmic precision and dynamic shifts, spanish guitar solos using flamenco, golpe, Alzapรบa, planting, Rasgueado, Picado technique, rapid alternate picking, spanish hand clap vibe, combining fiery electric guitar runs with occasional nylon-string flamenco textures, Intense, urgent, and technical sound expressing pressure, frustration, and momentum, gritty powerful belt, smoky, raspy, breathy female lead vocals sit above the mix, supported by dramatic instrumental breaks and virtuosic guitar passages, โ€‘crowds, โ€‘crowd, โ€‘audience, โ€‘live, โ€‘stage, โ€‘shouting, โ€‘background
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Modern Retro-Futurist Psychedelia
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[Progressive metal inspired by Tool and Karnivool, Long-form 5-6min, multi-movement, psychedelic and spiritual atmosphere, Starts with ambient reversed guitars, pulsing bass, drum, and evolving pads with field recordings (rain, wind, static), Odd meters: 7/8, 5/4, 9/8, 6/8, Build with polyrhythms, wah bass grooves, textural guitars, subtle talk-box effects, Vocals used as texture: whispers, chants, layered falsetto, grunts, and spoken-word lines in English, Interludes allow ambient expansion and instrumental experimentation, Crossfades smooth transitions, Climax unifies all elements with rock force, Outro fades with pads, ambient guitars, and mantra echoes, Mastering emphasizes spatial depth, stereo imaging, analog warmth, focused mids, deep lows, softened highs] [Studio quality], [perfect mastering], [FM Stereo Depth], [Clean, Professional Mastering], [Perfect Mixdown], [Analog-Style Saturation], [Polished, Radio-Ready Sound]
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Opening with sparse, ticking percussion and pulsing sub-bass, the Gloom-Pop track builds a sensual atmosphere through breathy, layered vocals and eerie, haunting pads, Minimal beats reinforce a hypnotic groove, while subtly warped synth textures evolve, adding a sense of sinister charisma and magnetism
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Doom metal and trap fusion, Down-tuned, heavy and fat guitars with percussive, aggressive riffs, Deep bass/sub-bass with glide, portamento, elastic and fluid, Hybrid drums mixing trap hi-hats, punchy 808 kicks, sharp snares, with intense double-kick bursts and crashing cymbals, Female vocals: versatile flow-driven rap, smooth and melodic clean singing, and raw screams for impact
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A technical deathcore cover defined by a heroic 7-string Drop-D lead guitar delivering massive, expressive solos, trem-picked country motifs, and soaring emotional lines, Ultra-tight double-tracked drop-G 8-string rhythm chugs add weight, supported by shreddy fills and saturated modern distortion, Bright pick-grind 6-string bass guitar locks to fast double-kicks in blistering 64ths, gravity blasts, punchy crack snare, deep tom runs, and kick-synced 808/sub-drops, Vocals blend a deep high-chest baritone with Northwest Florida grit, mixed with gutturals, fry screams, and strained emo cleans, uniting country storytelling with metalcore intensity, โ€‘rap, โ€‘rapping, โ€‘hip hop
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A fast, angular post-punk and electro-grunge hybrid driven by mechanical rhythm and restless energy, Fuzzy bass and metallic drums cut through neon-lit synths; guitars switch from clean jangle to saturated bursts of distortion, Vocals are femaleโ€”cool, half-spoken, half-sung in a tone between Kim Gordonโ€™s detachment and Karen Oโ€™s explosive edge, The atmosphere feels urban, modern, and wired: streets alive with motion, lights flickering on glass, digital noise humming beneath the surface, Glitch fragments and bit-crushed fills punctuate each section; feedback tails and stereo sweeps stretch the mix into wide, cinematic space, The track captures the pulse of a city that never sleeps yet feels strangely hollowโ€”a grey world where connection and isolation coexist
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Duct Tape For the Soul