Liontamer Posted March 26, 2009 Share Posted March 26, 2009 IN THE EVENT THIS TRACK IS ACCEPTED, PLEASE FLAG IT AS A PROJECT TRACK * OA and DragonAvenger Submission Information * Final Fantasy 4 * Another Moon * http://www.ocremix.org/game/final-fantasy-iv-snes/chiptunes/ OA comments: This was a really fun track to work on, and it seemed to come together really fast. I think DA's voice is perfect for the mood we were trying to convey, which is a sortof mysterious tension with sinister overtones. Projectwise, it's the lead-in track to the Climax of the final battle, so it needed to slowly build. The end leaves you expecting more, which is more effective in the album itself (with the next track resolving), but i think it works well enough to stand on it's own. Lyrics came together really fast, with DA making a few welcome suggestions at the end. The title is a reference to game storyline. Extra thanks to Jay, Connor, and Justin for whispers and effects. You guys are awesome. DA comments: When Andrew originally asked me what track I wanted to do on the project, I give him a few options, Another Moon being one of them. He immediately jumped on it, and I was pretty much along for the ride. He came up with lyrics when I was stuck, which I helped him complete later on. We both worked towards creating an ominous feel, in lyrics, voice, and during the track as a whole. Working with him was really easy, and he was always open to my ideas. The style of the song worked well with my voice, I love the effects that Andrew added. I look forward to working with him again. Lyrics: Something's sleeping In the darkness No one knows what Broken minds think Something's calling From the deep void Deathly intent Grasping midnight Awakened Something's waking Growing fury Second moon now Bleeding skies red Tonight Alive Tonight Something's coming Getting closer I can hear it Calling my name ---------------------------------------------------------------- http://snesmusic.org/v2/download.php?spcNow=ff4 - "Another Moon" (ff4-40.spc) The timing of "second moon now" sounded awkward, but not a big deal. Those claps were way too loud & upfront. Not sure why y'all didn't realize that, but pull that stuff back for my sanity. Otherwise, really strong. Loved the synth section at 2:35. Cool glassy sounds added into the last verse at 3:14 as well. The arrangement was pretty straightforward, but very personalized. Great example of how you can retain the structure while completely enhancing with unique arrangement ideas. YES (conditional) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Palpable Posted March 26, 2009 Share Posted March 26, 2009 The arrangement is similar in sound, but the personalization is obvious. You took a mood implied by the original and made it much stronger, IMO. Both of you are in top form here; DA's voice sounds the strongest I've heard it, and OA's production is smoother and more well-balanced than his previous subs. Great effects on the vocals. I wouldn't have minded the song building up more - bringing in a heavy trip-hop beat halfway through would have been awesome - but this was very cool as is, an easy YES. YES Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkeSword Posted April 2, 2009 Share Posted April 2, 2009 Yeah this is hotness. I love the beat and the vocals. Very cool sound. I agree that the claps should be a little quieter. Let's get a fix, mmkay? YES Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHz Posted April 6, 2009 Share Posted April 6, 2009 This worked pretty well as a vocal. Nothing to fault with the arrangement. The synth solo is pretty great. Claps could be pushed back a bit, but I don't mind 'em. Production is very solid, no sour spots. That's all I've got, nice work. YES Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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