How Soon Is Now? [Epsiode 2] (WARNING: ADULT CONTENT)

[Gabi Star]

How Soon Is Now
Written By:
M.G. Swift
and
Gabriella Star


(Past Episode:
Episode 1)

Episode 2:
Listen to it here

Cast:

Paul (Tomoe) as Eden McCorvey


Tom Galang as Damon Madici (*does not appear in episode 2)


Kalin (MelodicElegy) as Michael Rivera


Danielle (Fairuza) as Ana Rivera


Jason (Axel) as Andrew Bronson


Tony as Dylan Konstantinos


Nikki Wright as Cameron Yuan


Joshua (Redtear) as Khalil Abir


Music:

Opening theme:
The Smiths - How Soon Is Now

The Hut background music:
Amr Diab - Leily Nehary

Ending Theme:
Black Rebel Motorcycle Club - Ain't No Easy Way

Warning!
+18
This episode contains heavy drug reference, heavy profanity, and some sexual situations.
Anyone under the age of 18 or easily offended by adult material- this is the time to turn back now.





We love feedback!

[Zangya]

Very nice. Everyone did a great job. O_o

[SuKi]

ooooh, very nice.
"I shit you not."
classic.

I have to say, of the two episodes, i liked this one SO much better. the story's moving along, and its AMAZING. i love it. and Gabi, you took a lot of the atmosphere tips to heart, and it shows; the restaurant was great. (i def know that song. I wanna say its another "sawah" cover, but i know thats completely and totally wrong. gah. i know it. ill think of it eventually.) Great job Gabs, major props to you sweet.

*waaaitt, just read this;
The Hut background music:
Amro Deyab - Leily Nehary"
PSST!! GABS!!! ITS AMR DIAB!

To all the cast; you're amazingly impeccable. there's just something about this radioplay that has a certain style and attitude and unique voice acting that wouldn't work anywhere else but here, but it sounds so great. id write out individual critiques, but there's no need; you're awesome.

and Redtear. . . you make a sexy fake Arab. haha, i love it.

major fan, right here. loving it.

[fairuza]

I thought that this episode was just as awesome as the first.^^
The cast was amazing,I thought we all each made aflawless performance. I thought Axel's performance for Bronson was a major improvement and the perfect choice. He really seemed to go with the flow,become one with his character which I really enjoyed.^^
The high scene was amazingly entertaining to me. The mixing was great,I felt that some scenes needed a bit more sound effects like for the diner scene which I kinda thought a background noise like a glass sfx or additional voices talking in the background would be a great add on to the lively atmosphere.But I really enjoyed this clip alot!
I really enjoyed listening and reading stories coming to life with alot of character and originality,this to me tops the charts on how an original rp/story should affect an audience in a positive way I think.

Keep up the great work you guys,I really enjoyed these eps alot.I can't wait for next coming episodes,I'm sure they're gonna rock!

[dJeu]

The acting was pretty good for the most part.

As I mentioned in the room, the one voice had that weird effect, and it was kinda there on a couple other spots, but it might just be a problem on my end. The kiss effect near the end was a bit muted, sounds like it should have a bit stronger of an attack to it.

Still, a good job mixing, and the plot was nice, and easy to follow. Good work.

[beautifully forgotten]

What a great episode, but don't worry, everyone will get their fill of Damon/Tom in Episode 3

[Gabi Star]

Since no one else will, I'll review our own project!

Paul / Tomoe / Eden
The quality of your voice works so well for Eden. It fits his character and personifies him perfectly. But I think your acting in this seems rushed and fractionally emotional. I think you did amazingly in episode one and it's hard to match or surpass an original. Maybe you just didn't feel the character as strongly as you did last episode. Let's do our best to get you to become Eden more. I promise, I won't make you sleep with Tom (unless you want to, of course. Then it's up to him).

Tom / Damon
You were the perfect absent character! Keep up the good work! !

Kalin / MelodicElegy / Mike
I think your voice is super sexy and, like Paul with Eden's, perfectly fits and personifies. You did awesome, as usual, Kalin! It really felt like Mike sincerely cared about Eden. There was the perfect balance of warmth and edge, which is what Mike is all about. We couldn't of asked for a better Mike. Thumbs up to you, kiddo.

Danielle / Fairuza / Ana
You already know this, but I'll say it again. You were my absolute favorite character in scene 1. You pulled it off so well, I could have sworn you really lit up before recording these lines. The "absent laugh" near the beginning of scene one was so funny and cute! And so high! I think it was your character who painted this scene. Amazing. Scene two, I love the drama between you and Dylan. Great job! I wish you appeared more in scene 2, but alas it was time for Mike and Cameron's spotlight.

Jason / Axel / Bronson
Why?! WHY?! WHY DID IT TAKE SO LONG FOR US TO CAST YOU?! Amazing, Axel! You ARE Andrew Bronson. You pulled him off so well, I was blown away. You really took this performance and ran and were definately the shining star in this episode. I've already heard quite a few times now "Wow! The new Andrew is really good!" You're great to work with and you offer so much as an actor. It's an honor to have you as part of our cast. Welcome to the show!

Tony / Dylan
Another flawless performance, my friend. You make Dylan sound youthful and wise at the same time, which is quite an accomplishment. In the scene where you're telling everyone about your studies abroad, the hesitant excitement was right on the money. And that part concluded so well with your heartfelt "Ana..." Also! your "Oh god"s in scene one left me giggling. ! Another amazing actor M.G. and I have been blessed to work with.

Nikki / Cameron
You're so vicious! I loved it!!! When we wrote in the script "female roar" for the tone of your voice, we expected you to be like... "what the hell is wrong with these writers". Instead we got the most ferocious female roar! And It was AWESOME! You were another shining performance this episode, and I'm sure most will agree that they will walk away specifically remembering your performance. Couldn't have been better!

Joshua / Khalil
We named your character after a member of my family. And although you sound nothing like my cousin, you took this character to a whole new spectrum. Your voice near the end of the scene sounded awesome in contrast to Nikki's roar. You got to roar a little, too! And it was so powerful and yet perfectly downplayed at the same time. Perfecto! We're so greatful to have you aboard. We'll hear from you in episodes soon to come, and I cannot wait!!!

Mixing:
It was rushed. I have to admit. I almost wished I had used background music in scene 1, but I wanted the chaotic contrast for scene 2. So I was reluctant to add too much ambiance to scene 1. I definately should have, though. I attempted some panning in this episode, but I'm not sure if its very noticable. I use speakers so I have to reposition them just right in order to get the effect I was going for. Hopefully, you all didn't have this problem.

I think I'm just sill learning. Practice makes perfect, though! This is just one step closer.

[Jason Axelrod]

It's going to be hard for me to review the mixing since my speakers are really starting to freak out on me, and my headphones have been having a few problems themselves, but I'll do my best.

Tomoe, I have to say that you've made quite an impression with me. I actually don't remember much of Episode 1, so I really should relisten over that soon, but you were awesome in this clip. Everything was extremely well done... your reactions, your intonation, everything was fresh and real. Great job with scene one. It seemed effortless... xD. The only thing I noticed was in the end of scene two when Eden and Mike kiss, your breathing seemed open-mouthed rather than closed on a kiss. Maybe it's just my ears, but it seemed noticeable to me. That's pretty much all, though. You did amazingly.

Fairuza you are a damn talented voice actress. When Gabi was explaining everything to me and she mentioned your laugh, I wasn't really sure what to expect for something so hollow and absent-minded... but it was spot on and was pretty surprising for how something so dull in nature can seem so vibrant to the ears. Not sure if it's just me but there's a few lines where I can't exactly tell it's you. That's most definitely NOT a bad thing, so don't take it as such. Just thought I'd mention it. Very glad to be in a clip with you... it's about damn time.

Tony, also a first to be in a clip with you. It's probably my lazy persona, in not wanting to search through the forums to find anything, but I haven't heard you in any project before. It was weird, but in a good way. I was going to say that your line to Eden about knowing when to quit was a bit slow-spoken but I realized... being high... that was the fuck'n point. Stupid of me. Was awesome to hear you in this and I'm lookin' forward to the future episodes.

Melodic, I also haven't heard you before, unless I'm forgetting (I need to start downloading more stuff around here), but you were also and enjoyable one to hear. If I could relisten (speakers and headphones are on the fritz), I'd get specific but I don't remember hearing anything that I thought I needed to mention. Seemed smooth to me.

Nikki, also a pleasure to be in a clip with you. Cameron is easily a catchy character and I don't think Gabi could have made a better casting decision. And I have to agree... for a line so vague you sure as hell made it damn appealing (the female roar). I remember 'Holy Shit' crossing my mind somewhere in that sequence with you and Tomoe. Awesome job. Lookin' forward to hearing you in more of these.

Josh, it was really weird to hear your voice man. When I heard it, at first I thought that some sort of filter was used ot deepen the tone of your voice, but in further listening it sounded natural as well. Not a bad thing, mind you, just very interesting. You have a surprising natural voice and I think you did very well for Khalil. Hope the gang visits the restaurant more often, lol.

Tom, get back in the episodes!

Me, whatever.


Gabi, your mixing was most enjoyable, especially when I listened through on my speakers before they crapped out. Everything is too loud on my headphones to really get into, and my left speaker dulls down half of what comes through it (most of my lines are inaudible to me). I did notice the panning in Eden's line and I didn't really get the point of that though. Not sure if you were going for like... the POV moving or some kind of effect but I didn't get it. If it's just me, let me know. My ignorance knows no bounds at times. Overall I very much enjoyed it and you're right. You can only learn and get better at this point.

Want to thank you again for allowing me to take part. Was really exciting to know I'd be in a project with a good portion of the regular iParty crew. Always a pleasure, you guys, and of course the rest of you as well.

[Tomoe]

I'm going to sound like I am rambling, but it is because I am.

I thought the lack of music in scene 1 was a nice choice; especially with the contrast in scene 2.Everyone did a really good job with this episode. Of all the productions I am involved with, this production is definitely up there as one of my favorites.

Paul (Tomoe) as Eden McCorvey
I am going to use this space to apologize to everyone. With my throat issues and school starting, and my not checking one of my e-mail addresses, I didn't even get to read the script until a few days after the deadline and I scrambled to get the lines done, and I feel like I let everyone down a bit. But that said, I feel like the character of Eden and I have a lot of things in common...drugs and sexuality not included, lol. But some of the same issues and definitely we share an ego and an attitude. This character is so much fun to play. A few of my lines were a bit off, and I apologize for that. I really did have a hard time screaming "You f------ cu--!" in a house of 30 other guys, lol. *falls over*

Kalin (MelodicElegy) as Michael Rivera
You did a really good job. Your intonation was really good, and your kissing noises were much nicer than mine. I also liked your confusion at the "girlfriend" line.

Danielle (Fairuza) as Ana Rivera
Fairuza, you and I are like BFFs and it is so much fun. Our voices contrast each other and it is so interesting to hear our dynamics and how our lines just bounce off each others. I can't wait until we hear you handling the heavier issues with the character.

Jason (Axel) as Andrew Bronson
Axel, I haven't heard you in a lot of things before this, and you are a total suprise. I love the way you play the character, and your attitude is just electric. Very nicely done and I can't wait to play around with you a bit!

Tony as Dylan Konstantinos
Very natural, and as I listen to it with my headphones on, probably the lines with the best quality. T0NY R0CXS!

Nikki Wright as Cameron Yuan
OMFG STEP DOWN BIOOOOTCH. We's abouts to get in a girlfight in a few eps, I just NO it! Seriously though, you were a real treat to the ears, just like everyone else in the cast. I honestly can feel why Eden hates Cameron. She's just so smug. And the two of them are so mean to each other, it's like a total soap opera. Fantastic.

Joshua (Redtear) as Khalil Abir
<3<3<3 Redtear you PWN, dude.

Mixing was well done, I enjoyed some of the techniques used even if the panning of the lines did get a bit distracting. Everyone's volumes were well matched and this was well scripted. The characters sound more natural in their lines too, it helps when people their age actually write it! So yay! Great job, guys!

Edit: My favorite lines were,
"Sorry, the table's full. Darn."
"What is this, 60 minutes?"
"I shit you not."
"You saved a bunch of ---."


EDIT: OMFG OMFG OMFG OMFG OMFG You used "Charge" by some random band (Splendid) that harkens back to my Buffy days! *falls in love*
One more Edit: Nevermind, the episode ended and my iTunes began to play that. I am such a tool.

[Klaymen1]

All I can say is that the new cast sounds soooo much better. Andrew Bronson, My god, a huge improvement. Everyone keep it up.