It's silly to say I only review tunes where I know the original. It's just not true. The criteria for reviewing the 350 I did were that they were the latest 350 uploads on RKO at the time I did it!
However, it does make it harder to review something you already know.
Also, it depends on whether you want real improvement suggestions (which are of limited use since you've already released the tune), or the standard "pat on the back".)
I'd say that what's there works well, though the C64 bass in there really needs to be backed up by some kind of bassier bass possibly emphasising the rhythm. Otherwise the only real bassy content is the kick drum.
The other thing is that in order for a piece to keep my attention, it needs to change in orchestration over time, which is difficult for a dance piece to do (though I think the best dance singles manage it). You've got some sustained pads near the end...
It just lacks "things going on". You've got the c64 bass, you've got the drums, and then you've got a lead instrument. Later on you've got another instrument coming in, but the attack setting makes it more of an "accidental chord", since the notes flow into one another. The piece would have had more dynamics if this had been a really cruel arpeggio.
So, as I said, what's there hangs together well: you've got a groove going 'n stuff. But I would have liked to hear more instrumental parts in there to give it more spice and pace.
Well, you asked...
Chris
