Getting closer to releasing EP

[kylendm]

My band is getting closer to releasing the EP. We're redoing all the vocals and I'm redoing all the song AGAIN. This time I feel like I'm getting closer to a good result though. The only thing that's bothering me is the kick but what do you guys think?
(latest mix)
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/3602793/A Thief Amongst Friends wVocals.mp3

 

[Marcolobo]

Sounds good but, maybe you should give some highs to that kick, to add some clarity.
Cheers!

 

[kylendm]

I was thinking that but I didn't want it too clicky. I might work on the guitar tone a little more, it's kinda dry and boxy after listening for a while.

 

[Marcolobo]

Guitars are fine, but maybe the entire mix needs a little bit more of a low end. The snare drum get lost sometimes, and maybe the OH's are too bright. Just being constructive here! Cheers!

 

[GearMan2point0]

I definitely have to agree that the snare needs room. There is definitely a lack of room for certain instruments, so when you compress things together there are things competing. Also don't be afraid to try a clipper on your master bus. Doesn't work for everyone, but does for some!

 

[Marcolobo]

Maybe you should work a little bit more on dynamics in general, instead of boosting or clipping some things.
Are you using group tracks, and working from there for each instrument? It would help a lot to "glue" things in that particular mix.
As GearMan told you, there are certain frequencies that are competing, get rid of that.
Again, just being constructive. Cheers!

 

[kylendm]

How does this one sound?
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/3602793/A Thief Amongst Friends wVocals.mp3

I think the guitars are fighting a little bit but whenever i remove some 500hz or even just lower it a db it takes away some punch.

 

[Marcolobo]

Hey man it sounds really good, but the guitars i think need a little tweaking in some EQ settings. If you don't want to cut there, adjust the compressors to enhance the punch.
The song is pretty sick, loved the vocals. Cheers!

 

[1111belphegor]

To me the entire song/mix sounds fantastic!
I love the guitars and the kick is good to!
Great stuff - would love to hear it with vocals!

 

[1111belphegor]

And now I found the vocals, sorry...

This is sick! So awesome! Would definitely buy it!

 

[kylendm]

Thanks a lot guys. Any more criticisms would be appreciated because I want to release this soon.

 

[kylendm]

Still looking for more feedback, any criticisms are appreciated!

 

[Marcolobo]

Hey man, the big picture is really good. Seriously.

 

[Marcolobo]

The mastering will be done by yourself? I'd love to give this a try!

 

[MondoLikeMetal]

Good vocals, but they need to drop back into the mix and glued with the band a little better. You are differently getting close.

 

[kylendm]

Yeah I think so too. I think I may have added a bit too much highs so it's standing out a bit too much. I still think the guitars sound off but I can't get guitar sims to sound good so whatever lol.