
Winterfest - A 'TRA Studio' Upload Challange
It's winter somewhere! These tracks, from @cleverlyrx's upload, capture what winter means — holidays, traditions, or childhood memories. They all rock! Join us! https://discord.gg/tra-studio
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22 songs
4:38

fast tempo, happy, Modern roots rock and roll with a 1950s and early 1960s foundation, blending rockabilly, R&B, jump blues, and a hint of psychedelia, Features biting Telecaster and hollowbody guitar riffs with slapback echo, melodic electric bass, percussive upright piano, swinging drums with snare accents and syncopation, and occasional saxophone or trumpet stabs, Lead vocals are soulful and gritty, with dynamic phrasing, bluesy inflections, falsetto, and occasional shouts; energetic call-and-response backing vocals add excitement, Song structure is more elaborate: narrative verses, a memorable chorus, a pre-chorus, an extended instrumental break with guitar and piano interplay, a spoken word or stream-of-consciousness bridge, and a final chorus with vocal adlibs and band hits, Production is warm, analog, and live, with slapback delay and room ambience, but polished for contemporary clarity, Mood: nocturnal, urban, energetic, and cinematic, with lyrics full of visual imagery
3:42

A funk-rock, funk-metal blend with hyperactive, virtuosic slap bass drives a gritty groove under quirky syncopated guitars, surging between tight verses and big, dramatic choruses featuring theatrical operatic falsetto melodies and rapid dynamic shifts, Metallic drums hit hard, while bright Christmas bells jingle through every section, adding playful counter-rhythms and festive energy to the punchy, kinetic layer cake of sound
3:48

Begins serene with classical nylon guitar, soft strings, and gentle bass, male vocals clear and soulful, Suddenly shifts: heavy, low-tuned electric guitars, rapid double-kick drums, and synths drive a dynamic progressive metal section topped by a virtuosic solo, The arrangement snaps back to the intimate classical setup for a resolved, nostalgic outro, Extreme structural contrast and dramatic shifts heighten tension and cinematic impact throughout
3:55

Melodic Rock ballad, emotional, contralto, soft drums, female vocals, guitar, cello, violin, catchy, introspective, clear vocals, raw vocals, operatic belting, female voice, heartfelt, atmospheric, calm, raw
2:52

An aggressive, fast-paced Hardcore Metal track with integrated Rap-Metal verses, Features explosive, shouted choruses, chugging downtuned guitars, and rapid-fire, rhythmic rap flows, The atmosphere is brutal, cold, and relentless
3:12

[Key: D Minor]
[Time Signature: 4/4]
Genre: cinematic horrorcore / dark ambient / industrial horror — narrative from the perspective of “Number 56, ” a trapped contestant in a twisted dark-web game show hosted by a manipulative announcer, Deep atmospheric synths, glitchy percussion, distorted bass, and eerie whispered vocals with cinematic intensity, Mix of spoken-word verses and melodic horrorcore chorus with echoing reverb and haunting sound design
5:41

5:18

Deathcore explodes with distorted guitars, relentless blast beats, and guttural black male vocals, Suddenly, jazz harmonies enter through lush, complex chords and frenzied sax solos, while staccato bass and polyrhythmic drums drive volatility, Soulful phrasing emerges in dynamic, unexpected breaks
4:33

This is a dark orchestral rock piece with a driving tempo and a minor key, The instrumentation features a prominent electric guitar with a distorted tone, a powerful drum kit providing a strong rhythmic foundation, and a bass guitar that underpins the harmony, Orchestral elements, including strings and brass, add a cinematic and dramatic flair, The male lead vocalist has a deep, resonant baritone voice, delivering lyrics with a dramatic and slightly theatrical quality, The song structure includes verses, a pre-chorus, and a powerful chorus, with an instrumental bridge that builds tension, Production elements include a wide stereo image, reverb on the vocals and drums, and a dynamic mix that emphasizes the build-ups and releases, The melody is memorable and often features sustained notes, contributing to the dramatic atmosphere, The tempo is consistently fast, propelling the song forward with urgency
5:11

A frenetic genre-blend of surf rock, angular math rock rhythms and raw funk-metal riffs, underpinned by hypnotic pow-wow percussion and distorted 808s, The soundscape is a chaotic tapestry of jittery, muted jazz horns, walls of fuzzy shoegaze and blackgaze guitars, and intense cinematic layering, Vocals shift from strained, conversational verses to desperate, melodic cries in the chorus, culminating in a whispered, mocking bridge, The overall audio quality is dense and rebellious, balancing math-rock precision with a lo-fi, textured grit, where clean, sarcastic metal chords cut sharply through the surrounding sonic chaos
2:13

2:33

A high-energy instrumental track in the metal genre, slightly progressive, featuring a driving tempo of approximately 110 BPM, The primary instrumentation includes heavily distorted electric guitars, a prominent bass guitar, and a powerful drum kit, The song opens with a fast, intricate guitar riff, establishing a complex melodic and rhythmic foundation, The drums provide a relentless double bass pedal rhythm throughout much of the piece, punctuated by snare hits and cymbal crashes, The bass guitar follows the guitar riffs, adding depth and low-end power, The song structure is characterized by a series of distinct, high-gain guitar riffs that transition seamlessly, maintaining a consistent aggressive energy, Vocals are deep and heavy but not screamed, The production emphasizes a clear, punchy mix, with the guitars occupying a wide stereo field and the drums providing a solid, impactful foundation, The overall mood is intense and aggressive
3:27

sludge metal, doomcore, fuzz, heavy, clean/scream, gritty, ‑piano, ‑orchestral
2:59

Ultra-fast Aussie punk rock explodes at 210–230 BPM with fiercely bright, distorted guitars, sharp midrange, rapid palm-mutes, and wild, chaotic strumming, Pounding eighth-note basslines with sudden, frenzied runs, punchy piccolo snare, relentless skate-punk beats, d-beat flashes, sloppy fills, ride bell mania in choruses, Vocals: snotty, nasal, heavily overdriven and frantically shouted in a Queensland accent, “Oi” gang shouts punctuate, The mix is bone-dry, nearly reverb-free, crushed under aggressive bus compression for maximum loudness and unhinged impact
3:39

gothic symphonic rock, grumpy Christmas rock, lead instrument violin, acoustic guitar arpeggios, grumpy male vocals, children's choir backing vocals, jingle bells, minor key, tritone
4:58

Stoner Doom, Progressive Metal, EDM Influenced, Distortion, Overdrive, Droning guitars, Distorted Synths
Traits: Dissonant harmonies, Heavy Ambient Lead
Tuning: C2#
Tempo: 135 BPM
2:27

[Hooky Indie Rock] [Instrumental hook] [Tight Groove], [Evolving production], [Balanced Levels], [Big drum package], [Compressed kick], [Compressed snare], [Perfect EQ], [Clean mix], [Soft Compression], [Strong performance], [Proper pronunciation], [Soft Reverb], [Good vocal chain] [Harmonies]
4:22

5:27

metal rock, Gothic symphonic Christmas rock in a dark minor key, Haunting ghostly children’s choir, deep piano arpeggios, strings and low cello tremolo, detuned glockenspiel and orchestral bells, Intimate close-up vocals in the verses, big dramatic choruses with choirs, sleigh bells and heavy distorted guitars, Driving rock drums, atmospheric pads, and a bluesy expressive guitar solo before the final chorus, Moody, melancholic, cinematic winter atmosphere
5:09

Nordic Noel – Viking/folk metal Christmas anthem, 156 BPM, E minor, Galloping riffs, double-kick drums, tom-heavy war-march grooves, male vocal (clean with grit), Verses tell Nordic Yule tales: fjords, mead hall, Jól feast, Valkyries over snowy sky, Pre-chorus: tom build + low choir, Chorus: big, triumphant hook, gang shouts on “Let the snow fly, raise your horns to the winter sky!”, open chords, epic melody, After the second chorus add a 16-bar guitar/violin call-and-response solo: bars 1–4 guitar lead from chorus theme; 5–8 violin answer; 9–12 both in harmony; 13–16 trade short licks, then unison run into a drum fill and chant/bridge, Subtle sleigh bells and church bells for Christmas vibe, wide, powerful mix
























