I've been writing music for about 10 years, but low output, only about 1 song per year. I mostly write some variation of metal. I love writing, but so far haven't gotten much practice at mixing, so a "professional" sounding mix eludes me.

Here's what it sounds like when I have help with the mixing:

https://soundcloud.com/planetlotus/rude-awakening-mix-3

Something newer, without help mixing:

https://soundcloud.com/planetlotus/silver-lining