L-Mity's audio Reviews on Newgrounds

[Flying Mice (AIM 2025)]

Hello, this is L. Mity, one of the judges for this year’s AIM.
First of all, thank you for participating in AIM 2025.

This is the first time I’ve encountered a piece that evokes both a vague sense of fear and an equally vague sense of wonder at the same time.
It felt like cosmic horror—being overwhelmed by something far beyond human understanding... something that doesn’t exist in our world, yet feels disturbingly real. It was truly mysterious.

At first, the music seemed to offer a glimmer of hope—but in the end, it steered me toward an unavoidable truth, forcing me to confront reality. That dramatic twist in narrative was genuinely shocking, in the best way.

Even before seeing the artwork, I could already picture the world you were describing—just from listening to the music alone. But after seeing the tagged image… I got chills.
It was frightening. I felt a strange kind of fear rising from within, something unexplainable. And yet, it was absolutely fascinating.

The fact that all of this could be communicated purely through sound... I believe that’s a rare and powerful achievement.
Your musical vision is truly impressive—and I’m so glad I had the chance to experience it.

SepticDolphin responds:

Thank you so much! :)

[AIM 2025 - Underworld dungeon.]

Hello, this is L. Mity, one of the judges for this year’s AIM.
First of all, thank you for participating in AIM 2025.

This is a chiptune track that beautifully captures the nostalgic spirit of the old GBA and Game Boy era.
The use of vibrato and portamento in the melody really brought back the emotional tone of that time..
it reminded me strongly of the game Super Hexagon and its intense, fast-paced aesthetic.

The overall scenery portrayed in the artwork blends very well with the music.
There’s a constant sense of urgency, as if the listener is being chased by something unseen... It heightened the tension in a way that felt like navigating a dangerous dungeon. The music kept me focused almost like I was playing the game myself.

I especially enjoyed the way the harmony and melody kept evolving without pause. It made the whole piece feel alive—full of motion and unpredictability. A really engaging and well-crafted track!

DumbOctopus responds:

cool

[Coelacanth (AIM 2025)]

Hello, this is L. Mity, one of the judges for this year’s AIM.
First of all, thank you for participating in AIM 2025.

I really enjoyed your piece! The use of spatial audio with panning across both stereo channels was quite engaging and fun to listen to.

The image seems to depict a deep-sea creature... but to me, it actually felt more like an “ice cave” or perhaps the kind of darkness found in an unfathomably deep part of the ocean. I personally thought the music matched that interpretation even more closely.

To be honest, I’m usually not a big fan of repetitive musical structures. But in some cases, when done well, repetition can actually be captivating—and this piece is a great example of that. The way you used repetition here created a lasting impression, a kind of hypnotic effect that stuck with me. Combined with the channel-panning technique, it left a very distinctive atmosphere.

From here on, this is just my personal feeling—but I found myself wishing there was a bit more musical expression that reflected the visual directly. Something to interpret the image more explicitly might have deepened the connection.

Still, it was a fascinating piece to listen to. I’ll be cheering you on in your future musical journey!

SepticDolphin responds:

Thanks a lot! :)

[AIM - Mechanical Doctor]

Hello, this is L. Mity, one of the judges for this year’s AIM.
First of all, thank you for participating in AIM 2025.

From the very introduction, it was clear to me that you have a deep understanding of each instrument. Your knowledge of string instruments especially stood out how they function, and how to bring out the sound you want. That level of insight is rare.

The concept of “the will of the machine” expressed in the artwork something cold, mechanical, and emotionless was captured so vividly in your music that it honestly gave me chills.

The use of realistic sound effects and the thoughtful placement of textures was masterful. The way you controlled dynamics—emphasizing where necessary, and pulling back where silence speaks louder created a sense of tension and release that was truly impressive.

It felt like multiple genres were interwoven into one unified work of art. I was genuinely captivated throughout.... it left me in awe.

Wonderful work. I’ll be cheering for your future!

satanicpotatoe responds:

Thanks L-Mity!
I'm glad you enjoyed the track and that's exactly what I was trying to achieve with the song design.

Thanks again for your kind words!

[AIM - Demented]

Hello, this is L. Mity, one of the judges for this year’s AIM.
First of all, thank you for participating in AIM 2025.

This piece really captured a sense of chaos—just like the image it was paired with. Truly... unique.
To be honest, as someone who values melodic coherence and musical storytelling, this was the first entry that genuinely left me feeling challenged. (laughs)
That’s not to say it was bad—on the contrary, it felt fresh. A blend of synthwave-like elements with experimental sounds... it conveyed a kind of “modern chaos” that I found quite striking.

I think the music fits the image very well, and in that sense, I’d give you high marks.

However, I must admit that I personally couldn’t connect deeply with the music itself. As the piece progressed, the number of sound effects grew noticeably, perhaps even excessively. I imagine this was your intention to create a “spooky and technological vibe”—and I see where you were going with that.

Still, I’d like to suggest that chaos in music doesn’t always have to come from effects alone. Sometimes, the same emotional tension can be expressed just as powerfully through musical elements like harmony, melody, and structural buildup.

That said, I found it genuinely interesting and creative. I’ll be cheering for your continued growth and experimentation!

Kiraichu responds:

Thanks so much for your review!! The sound effects were definitely a challenge for me but that was my intention going into this song. I’m always happy to read such detailed reviews. ^^

[Cardinality]

Man, i love your vibe. why did u still unscouted even now? :OO
take my audio scout, and see you on feautured page later!
keep it up! :D

Summar-Ice responds:

Thank you so much!! I'm glad you liked it

[Robot Wants a New Sax]

man, its amazin! lovely piece!!!

Mackievellian responds:

Cheers Mity. I wish I'd had more time for this one! I'll definitely do this one again. Been awhile! Hope you're getting on alright.

[AIM - Journey's End]

Ahhh... such as masterpiece..

AceMantra responds:

Happy to see you! Thanks!

[Netero's Theme]

This is insane. u made another masterpiece bro.

Everratic responds:

Thank you!!!

[Pry - Camaraderie]

Good to see you on NG! :D there are still improve some musical ways but, you already deserve
ready to dive in NG audio page with personal skills. take my NG Audio scout!
I hope you become a famous musician on NG! :D

-mity

PryArts responds:

It's the DJ Melon himself!!! Thank you for the scout :3