The greatest VG tracks from 2007

[DeJahvez]

Yeah, so 2007 has come and gone, and its generally agreed that it was a great year for video games overall.
But with great games come great soundtracks, so I want you to list your top favorite VG-tracks that was made in 2007 (or for games that came out in 2007).
A little info for each song would also be great.

Here is mine (two, for now):

1. M4 Part II (Faunts)
Game: Mass Effect
Composer: http://www.myspace.com/faunts
Description: The song that is played during the credits. It keeps a simple, but catchy drum beat with a awesome electric gitar that plays the whole song.
Also got a very monotonous voice that sings some cool lyrics. The song last over 8 minutes, which I find maybe a little to long, but this still is my favorite VG track from 2007.

2. Gusty Garden
Game: Super Mario Galaxy
Composer: Mahito Yokota
Description: The track for the Gusty Garden galaxy. A beautiful up-lifting tune that really fits the game perfectly.
The main tune is carried by violins and flutes, with a guitar in the background. The song builds nicely and adds trumpets. On the weak side, it just lasts 2.08 mins, which I find too little for a song this great. Nonetheless, a very close second place.

[Arcubalis]

I agree with those. I wrote a "grip" of reviews last year, so I have a lot of favorites! Excuse the long list in advance, but I think if it opens up people's eyes to something new and obscure, it's worth it.


"I think"
Artist: Keiichi Sugiyama
Album: LUMINES remixes WINTER
Review: http://www.music4games.net/Review_Display.aspx?id=135
Note: Upbeat chiptune with electronic vocals.

"813"
Artist: Hiroki Kikuta
Album: Alphabet Planet
Review: http://www.music4games.net/Review_Display.aspx?id=134
Note: Moody atmospheric piece, different for Kikuta.

"Iron Footfalls" and "Gates of Azura"
Artist: Jeremy Soule
Album: Guild Wars: Eye of the North Original Soundtrack
Review: http://www.music4games.net/Review_Display.aspx?id=87
Note: Amazing album with amazing music. One of my favorites of 2007. Some of Soule's most epic, realistic work using sample libraries as opposed to a live orchestra.

"The Office"
Artist: Jared Emerson-Johnson
Album: Sam and Max Season One Soundtrack
Review: http://www.music4games.net/Review_Display.aspx?id=86
Note: Jazz! Catchy, memorable theme that I won't forget any time soon.

"The Looten Duke"
Artist: Michael Bross
Album: Music From Oddworld Stranger's Wrath Vol. 1
Review: http://www.music4games.net/Review_Display.aspx?id=81
Note: Twangy western track, epic buildup.

"Netherstorm"
Artist: Matt Uelmen
Album: World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade Original Soundtrack
Review: http://www.music4games.net/Review_Display.aspx?id=69
Note: Gritty ambiance with wailing electric guitars and lots of distortion.

"Cite de Reboldoeux"
Artist: Kim Junsung
Album: Granado Espada Original Soundtrack Volume 1
Review: http://www.music4games.net/Review_Display.aspx?id=64
Note: Absolutely gorgeous piano concerto.

[Kenobio]

Hello, good sir. Favorite threads are not allowed, but we forgive you!

[Dhsu]

I agree with those. I wrote a "grip" of reviews last year, so I have a lot of favorites! Excuse the long list in advance, but I think if it opens up people's eyes to something new and obscure, it's worth it.


"I think"
Artist: Keiichi Sugiyama
Album: LUMINES remixes WINTER
Review: http://www.music4games.net/Review_Display.aspx?id=135
Note: Upbeat chiptune with electronic vocals.

"813"
Artist: Hiroki Kikuta
Album: Alphabet Planet
Review: http://www.music4games.net/Review_Display.aspx?id=134
Note: Moody atmospheric piece, different for Kikuta.

"Iron Footfalls" and "Gates of Azura"
Artist: Jeremy Soule
Album: Guild Wars: Eye of the North Original Soundtrack
Review: http://www.music4games.net/Review_Display.aspx?id=87
Note: Amazing album with amazing music. One of my favorites of 2007. Some of Soule's most epic, realistic work using sample libraries as opposed to a live orchestra.

"The Office"
Artist: Jared Emerson-Johnson
Album: Sam and Max Season One Soundtrack
Review: http://www.music4games.net/Review_Display.aspx?id=86
Note: Jazz! Catchy, memorable theme that I won't forget any time soon.

"The Looten Duke"
Artist: Michael Bross
Album: Music From Oddworld Stranger's Wrath Vol. 1
Review: http://www.music4games.net/Review_Display.aspx?id=81
Note: Twangy western track, epic buildup.

"Netherstorm"
Artist: Matt Uelmen
Album: World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade Original Soundtrack
Review: http://www.music4games.net/Review_Display.aspx?id=69
Note: Gritty ambiance with wailing electric guitars and lots of distortion.

"Cite de Reboldoeux"
Artist: Kim Junsung
Album: Granado Espada Original Soundtrack Volume 1
Review: http://www.music4games.net/Review_Display.aspx?id=64
Note: Absolutely gorgeous piano concerto.
Wow, excellent list. You definitely need to participate in Song of the Week (whether you like it or not)!