Corona [instrumental] (feat. Klangkommune) by Sascha Ende

"Corona [instrumental]" establishes a compelling, nocturnal soundscape right from the start. It's the kind of track that immediately paints a picture – think dimly lit city streets, futuristic tech, or perhaps a tense undercover operation. The composition revolves around a solid, driving beat and a deep, pulsating bassline that provides a strong foundation. What I appreciate is the restraint; it doesn't rush into things, letting the atmosphere develop gradually with layers of synths.

The interplay between those atmospheric pads and the arpeggiated synth lines adds a nice sense of movement and intrigue, and gives that "something is going to happen here" feeling, working quite well, preventing it from feeling static. The production quality is generally good, with a clean, wide mix that gives each element space to breathe. The sub-bass is present but not overpowering, which is crucial for this kind of track.

Emotionally, "Corona" leans towards the darker, more suspenseful side of things. It could work very well in a sci-fi thriller, a high-tech corporate video, or even certain types of video game sequences (perhaps a stealth mission or a futuristic city exploration). One area that could be explored further is the melodic development. While the existing motifs are effective, introducing a slightly more prominent, evolving melody in the mid-section could elevate the track's emotional impact and create a stronger sense of narrative. I could imagine some subtle variations in the percussion, too, to add extra layers of rhythmic interest.

Compared to industry-standard production music, this track sits comfortably in the professional realm. It has a polished sound and demonstrates a good understanding of electronic music production. With a bit more melodic and rhythmic variation, it would be the perfcet choice for a wide range of media projects. Overall, I am scoring "Corona" a very respectable 76. It's a well-produced track with a clear mood and plenty of potential.

Singers: Ursula Gerstbach, Katharina Kurianowski
Lyrics/Rap: Aree Adams
Production/Composition: Sascha Ende
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/6z3qZRVFhFSJF0sjdYUGNU?si=tXx...