OCR01226 - Chrono Trigger 'Rhodes to the Past'

[djpretzel]

What did you think? Post your opinion of this ReMix.

[Shhteve]

Well, my night definitely needed something to tone down with, and this song did just that for me. I wouldn't say this is anything too terribly innovative or anything that hasn't been done before, but it's still great quality, and that's what really matters most.

[SirRus]

This song really has one of the nicest sound qualities I have heard on OCR. If for nothing other than this I am glad I got to hear this "remix" of the CT track. Really just oozing with its own unique groove. Nice first submission Fatty Acid.

[Julio Jose]

Drums are godlike. Very freaking well done. The rhodes are nicely timed, and the synth at 22 seconds sounds very good.

[bouncerboy15]

Wow, nice mix. Very calm and enjoyable. I like the beat. Kudos to the mixer.

[ShrikeArghast]

I agree with Pretzel that, while this mix only works on one level, it works on that single level very well. The drums are awesome.

I'd like to add, though, that I often feel that, in their efforts to further individualize their work, that many artists' recent submissions to OCRemix have sometimes faltered in their focus. Many of these folks of late seem to forget that they are remixing rather than composing new music, and this is a key notation made all the more obvious by this particular remix which, if nothing else, definately holds true to its core.

[Cadmus]

tight sound...badass drums

[sl4ck3r]

this song most definitly put a smile on my face; i'm more into the mellow remixes and this one has caught my fancy. i always loved this song from chrono trigger

[ForumChibi]

This is a very nice relaxing piece. I don't have much else to say about it right now since I just woke up and it's putting me back to sleep, lol!

[Trepie Number 3]

iono why, but i feel happy when i hear this.

good job fatty acid. hope to hear more from you.

[Kaleb.G]

Personally, I find this remix to be awesome. I just really like the way it sounds (the instruments as well as the original bits of melody are what really do it for me). I admit, for the most part, this kinda sounds like a cover, but enough is done with the supporting (harmonic) instruments during the mix to keep things fresh. And as stated before, the original bits of melody at the beginning and end sound great and help enhance the original piece. If I had a choice of only being able to listen to this remix or the original song for the rest of my life, I would go with this remix. It's damn good, and one of my favorite remixes of the year.

[Raz Takasha]

That's right, this remix is sexy. Every repeat of the melody sounds different, and I love this song anyways. Wind Scene, right? Either way, great first submission.

<_<

*Marks Fatty Acid so I can check back later*

[Paco]

Great remix. Awesome drums. Great music for when you just want to sit back and chillax. Definitely looking forward to seeing more of Fatty Acid on OCR.

[RimFrost the Tourianist]

My doctor says :
Fatty Acid is the guy who remedies any type of CT hysteria with his mellow remixes ..true ?

Its just what the doctor ordered i think 8)

[yoshi1001]

I've been looking for some new OC to put on my station, and this is it. Keep up the good work.

[CykoticZZ]

highly enjoyable. Its not a song that i will compare other songs to, its unique. But not in the unique way that we tell ugly people they are unique. i'm talking unique in the Hellen Keller type of unique. The kind where even though she could never hear this great song, she would still find beauty in reading (in braille) our responses to it. Chock one more CT mix into the playlist.

[Litsuna]

this remix is totally hot. i know that CT has been done many times, but i think this remix is something very different and fresh. it makes me feel nostalgic...

[Enishi]

Every Wind scene remix makes me feel nostalgic, and this one is among them. Thanks for the pleasure of listening.

[FrozenSun]

Very groovy. I love it. If you punch up the bass it's almost orgasmic ^.^

[SixthFlyingMan]

This IS cool. About the only Wind Scene remix that's good enough to even THINK about downloading. Unfortunately, since I am picky and harsh, I can't take those thoughts anywhere. Not gonna download.

[Crono3of3time]

This one is a lil nostalgia trek for one such as meself... ahh... another fine Chrono Trigger song...
I didn't recognize the first part as it was just starting. At 47 seconds the familiar tunes started coming in, quiet and full. The background music seemed to soothe the song in its transit through the times that be. The alterations near the end help promote a feeling of distance and.. I guess.. light..

[Liontamer]

I apologize for partially threadjacking, but felt obligated to address the following:
I'd like to add, though, that I often feel that, in their efforts to further individualize their work, that many artists' recent submissions to OCRemix have sometimes faltered in their focus. Many of these folks of late seem to forget that they are remixing rather than composing new music, and this is a key notation made all the more obvious by this particular remix which, if nothing else, definately holds true to its core.
They are often composing new music, aren't they? [looks at postcount] Thank you for drawing uninformed conclusions while not reading the site FAQ: (http://www.ocremix.org/about/?artid=23)The word "ReMix" was chosen but is not necessarily appropriate, as the tracks here are more arrangements than remixes (think of this as the difference between a "remix" and a "ReMix," mmmkay?). Besides, "OverClocked Arrangements" would have sounded gimp.

[Thornless Rose]

i found the introduction to be a bit long, but the moment it gets into the main melody it is fantastic.

[Strife.]

I really liked the yes of stereo sound in this piece. Very nice overall.

[flipt]

Drums were very well done. Overall, though this mix is missing something for me. I dont know what it is though, but I can't see myself listening to this as often as other mixes, but its not too bad. Again, the drums were done exceptionally well imo.. 7/10

[Gnam]

I think the problem is not that the melody itself is not varied enough from the original, it's that the instrumentation of the melody is so similar. The intro is relatively unique, but then once it gets to the melody it sounds like a midi redux with a new drum beat.
The semi-industrial/elctronic sound in the intro is nice, but it doesn't follow into the melody, which leaves the main portion of the song sounding a bit generic.

[AboveTheDust]

I found this one to be very laid back and perfect "ambiance" music for a dorm room or any other room that needs a chill-out-and-relax song.

The main melody remains solid, but I almost felt as if I was listening to something from Super Metroid (Brinstar) in the first 45 or so seconds.

Anyway, this one gets a solid score from me. Very enjoyable easy listening. Nothing too demanding from the listener, but perfect for relaxing and taking a breather from the hectic nature of life.

-Dust

[Deathsangel34]

i agree a lot with the metroid bit from the last post, it has a very similar feel to what po! did with his Electric Clouds take on Zeal, but this is a lil more "i like this setting, ill stay right here" feeling.. i LOVE the rhodes patch..

great song, love your work Fatty, keep em coming...

[[blunai]]

I like this song for the original melody. The added flavor is nice but is a little too hip-hop for me.

[Bummerdude]

Very enjoyable. The melody sounds
like the original, but the presence of
nice beats and soft violins in the back
makes it top notch. Good job, FA.

[DragonFireKai]

Very smooth, but not very different from the original song. However, I really like the original song, so I don't mind that much.

[sittingducks]

What an amazing piece. I REALLY want more of his work, but I only see two on OCR T_T.
Yet I see that he has many more (such as his original FF X-2 remix and Matoya no Fuuketsu, for example) that everybody seems to love. Where oh where can i get my hands on these songs?? VGMix is and has been down for quite a while...I'm at my wits end! Google refers me to a million japanese sites when I search Matoya no Fuuketsu and Chem sites when i search Fatty Acid Remix T_T

[OA]

that opening snare reverb is absolutely crazy awesome. I love the little semi-gate added to it. Way classy and well thought-out. The percussion is expertly chosen to add impact without moving the track too far from the chill territory it calls home, and though the melody is totally intact, there is a lot of additional supporting parts that are great, as well as a more liberal take on the theme at the end. Speaking of the end, it's the only really weak part of this otherwise excellent track. I think even a long fade out would have suited this better, but even so, this is great chill out music.

Recommended. :-)

[avaris]

Alot of music is like puzzle that needs to be pieced together. Fatty Acid's music is puzzle with simple well thought out ideas that fit together extremely well. One of my favorites OCR tracks and artists by far. It's a damn shame his best song, Madame Balamb, isn't on OCR as that one is pure ear candy! Thanks dude for making such a kick ass track!