Phronemophobia's audio Reviews on Newgrounds

[Spike Pit Blitz (Mystic Cave Zone remix)]

I see it mentioned a lot on this site, but I never properly understood the mindset of "better place for" when it comes to sharing one's art. Share it everywhere that's appropriate and maximize exposure for your works. This is good stuff, Neon (nearly all your songs are) and it would be a shame if I was a YT-only fan and missed out on this or a NG-only follower and missed out on other songs.

NeonLuigi responds:

Thank you. I probably should change that mindset and just do it anyway. I initially just thought "Eh, people on YT don't really care for original stuff, I might just not upload it on there".

Mystic Cave one is being uploaded of course, I mostly meant original music, but you're right.

[[Sonic Heroes spoof] Sonic The DoucheLog Vol.2]

It wouldn't be a proper Sonic tune of the '00s without Robotnik's pingas.

HoboKa responds:

Indeed!

[[Secret of Evermore] Mini Boss - Raptors! It burns!!]

I've never played Secret of Evermore. After listening to this, I was wondering what sort of mini boss would be so impressive that it would merit such a song, so I was going through a Longplay video and looking up information on the game's wiki... what an interesting Square-but-kinda-not-really RPG, but your remix is SO MUCH better than what a minion in this deserves. Some of the mini bosses don't even get the original theme, like that mad monk with 1000 hit points who drops the bronze spear. The whole thing seems like a weird, charming mess and I can see why it has a cult following. I gave a few other songs from the soundtrack a listen, as well. It's no wonder you wanted to create a remix from one of them, but I never would have thought to turn this particular track into a relatively intimidating piece. It really sounds like it belongs to a late-game boss and not merely used to highlight a handful of random enemies littering the world.

HoboKa responds:

I forget most of the game, just some moments that stood out (and I never beat it)...Guess it's a real liberal reinterpretation on my part. It was also an experiment with my Composer Cloud Oriental and European Voice Packs. Although, I do recall this game kicking my ass every step of the way, as a kid. It was more into Chrono Trigger and SMRPG I guess.

[[Cyborg Hobo Cavemen] Slow 'n Heavy Does it!]

On the one hand, this is not my favorite track from the album. On the other hand, if the entire album is excellent, then that first statement doesn't really mean much, does it?

As always, thank you for supporting the Audio Portal with your talent, Alex.

[Rubber Chocolate]

I don't really know how to take this. It sounds like it was cut out of the middle of a longer song. You certainly make unique music, but I can't always wrap my head around how I would imagine hearing it. While I'm cruisin' on the road? Looking out the window on a rainy day? Suffering from a cocktail of expired drugs? I don't know, HOTS.

[Get a Squirrel (2020)]

YES, BERTN! YES!

Bertn1991 responds:

Smiles for miles ^____^

[Lovebug Virus (2012-2020)]

These Lovebug tunes are some of your bestest uploads, Bertn. That term must be your version of giving something your own seal of quality.

Bertn1991 responds:

Super thank you! I don't know about seal of quality. I would say seal of "this one is especially special to me and I hope other people also enjoy it." That's a pretty long seal I guess.

[Lovebug Virus 2019]

I didn't know this existed. How did I miss this gem last year?!

[The compacted Poopie of HOTSTUFFDX 2 (unreleased stuffs 3)]

Good stuff from Haywire Horny, Instinctual Unconsenting hugging compulsions, I DOn't kNOW, The nuzzlers, Shoulder fetish, Lustful loony, and #21.

Farmin' Weeds and Cartoon Babe were alright. I wanted to love them, but there's just not a whole lot going on with either song to merit a second listen.

Is Top Left Drawer sampling Dat Weasel?

Succo's piece reminds me of the Flintstones theme song. I don't know why. Is that intended or have I been listening to SiIvaGunner too much lately?

I cut my uvula off with scissors!!! :D, Breasts be Brutes, and The End! are all painful for me to listen to. I'm sorry.

A fairly decent album you got here. I hope you go back and rework/add to some of these. Hate to see the potential go to waste.

Thank you, HOTS.

[Funny Clowns!]

The voice of an angel singing about the life of a clown. What a delight this is!