Ionized (ionized.xm)

Posted by TMA Placeholder Account on Wed 19th May 1999, rated 7 / 10.

This piece opens with a sweep of synth strings, and keeps them going the length of the song as a hihat and bass beat are added in. It's a very mellow sound, down to the vocoded vocals that don't come in until two and a half minutes in. It's not terribly busy, but it doesn't need to be. The song sets a very easy-going tone, even though it moves along quickly. Not much variation and the constant repetition of the same chord pattern are pretty much the only things that take away here. Just as in the music, there's really nothing to complain about. The samples work well, the balance fits, and it's well-done overall. No real flaws, but no real standout features, either. In general, it's a good song, and would fit in as a smooth break in a hectic playlist.