Final Fantasy IX: Worlds Apart - WAV collection in progress (Now with christmas samples!)

[Fishy]

It was totally an intended teaser. I never insinuated anything but this.

[Mirby]

Suuurrrreeeee you did.... lol

[Brandon Strader]

It is a fantastic and beautiful arrangement but I can't help but think the 6 floating heads may haunt me in the future :-o

I liked she would magically appear with a new instrument every so often and you'd be like WOAH! I think the giant drum impressed me the most. :-)

[Mirby]

Yeah, it was beautifully done. Can't wait for the rest of the album now. ^_^

I could totally rip the audio from that video... but I won't, because I'd rather have the whole album than just one track from it.

[Melbu Frahma]

Yeah, it was beautifully done. Can't wait for the rest of the album now. ^_^

I could totally rip the audio from that video... but I won't, because I'd rather have the whole album than just one track from it.

Agreed. On the inability to wait for the rest of the album part, anyway. :-P O_O

[Fishy]

My final battle track is now 6 minutes long and I haven't even got to the main solos.

[Mirby]

Well take a break and get to the Boss Battle, since no one else is taking that, it seems...

[GSO]

so I want to do "eternal harvest". When is the WIP due? April 1st or June 1st?

[Bahamut]

so I want to do "eternal harvest". When is the WIP due? April 1st or June 1st?


It's June 1st, although I'd guess that Fishy might have a different deadline path for you if you were to join at this point.

[katethegreat19]

eep sorry Fishy ^w^;;
I had a moment of weakness.... I'll try to complete another track if I have the chance! I don't want to claim it just in case I can't but I'm seriously eyeing Secret Library Daguerreo...

Oh! Are we discussing the album title anywhere? I heard about some private thread, but it's too private for me to locate O.o;;

[Mirby]

I don't think they've started discussing it yet...

Meh, why am I complaining? I gave the discs their names! ^_^

Still, great work, kate!

[Melbu Frahma]

My final battle track is now 6 minutes long and I haven't even got to the main solos.

That's some freaking epicness right there, Fishy. :-D

[Mirby]

It's called epicity. :P

[LuketheXjesse]

Kate, our discussion is taking place here (http://ocremix.org/forums/showthread.php?t=28947).

[katethegreat19]

It said I didn't have sufficient privileges to view the thread TwT;;;
*puffs up like Kirby*

[LuketheXjesse]

Ah, sorry. Unfortunately I don't have the power to give you access.

Either some mod notices tonight, or I bother Fishy tomorrow. *shrug*

Sorry 'bout that. You should get it at least by the end of the day tomorrow though.

[Fishy]

It said I didn't have sufficient privileges to view the thread TwT;;;
*puffs up like Kirby*

Oh sorry kate, I didn't think you ever looked on the forums, I'll ask the mods to give you permission today.


so I want to do "eternal harvest". When is the WIP due? April 1st or June 1st?

Have you got any tracks you can show me to audition? I can't let you officially claim it until then.

[Mirby]

You'd all better come up with a good name! I'm trusting you on this one!

[Abadoss]

You'd all better come up with a good name! I'm trusting you on this one!

I've got about ten floating around. Whether they're good or not is another question.

[Mirby]

Well post them in the topic I'm not allowed in; don't tease me here.

[ocremixfan]

YAY! FFIX project! \o/ \o/ \o/
I love this soundtrack so much... undoubtfully one of my favorites, probably my favorite FF soundtrack.
The Place I'll Return to Someday, Vamo' Alla Flamenco, Battle 1, You're Not Alone, Jesters of the Moon, Pandemonium... just to name a few awesome tracks... yet the last two of them still unclaimed? Heresy! :dstrbd:

I wish you guys all the success this project deserves!

[Abadoss]

Well post them in the topic I'm not allowed in; don't tease me here.

I already have.

[Mirby]

Good. I'm sad, because I thought of a couple of names last night that I really like, but I can't share them... :(

[Abadoss]

Good. I'm sad, because I thought of a couple of names last night that I really like, but I can't share them... :(

PM them to me. I'll bring them up in the thread.

[Fishy]

PM them to me. I'll bring them up in the thread.

I made the thread private for a reason :/. I don't see what the problem is; what's wrong with letting the musicians name their work?

[Mirby]

I'm sorry, but it would bug me otherwise if I wasn't able to share them. I wasn't trying to think about it; the names just popped into my head and wouldn't leave.

[Abadoss]

I made the thread private for a reason :/. I don't see what the problem is; what's wrong with letting the musicians name their work?

No problem at all.

[Mirby]

Yeah, there's no problem, and we never said otherwise, Fishy.

[Fishy]

I don't want to seem hand in the face or anything but seriously; you keep bringing it up in the thread to the point where it seems you're trying to wear me down about it. I'm not gonna change my mind.

I appreciate that you just want to contribute, but surely it makes sense to respect the work of the musicians by at least letting them name their own work? Every other project was named either by its directors or its members, because its fair to them.

Anyway this topic is just beating a dead horse now. Please don't bring it up again, I've explained my decision several times.

EDIT: Well the problem was you keep bringing it up - if there's no problem stop complaining :p.

[Mirby]

Yeah, well I'm done in this thread for a while. Last post from me here. Look forward to the release! I'm out.

[Level 99]

Just so you know, I like music. I believe that this project involves music of some sort. Therefore, I like you. And your project. HUG ME.

I have to ask: are there any orchestral mixes either in the works or planned for this project?

[Brandon Strader]

Think of it from a "FF9 belongs to everyone" standpoint. Besides, the artists ARE naming their songs. I'm sure not everyone will be happy with the name the album gets, but we can't have 40 different names for it. Also it doesn't hurt to let fans talk about a name they would like, even if it's not what you eventually go with. If nothing else, it keeps the thread alive. :-P

[Archangel]

I'm doing a soundtrackish rendition of Immoral Melody/Footsteps of Desire. I might claim another track or two later, but I only have time for this one right now (I'm also doing a couple of tracks for the Secret of Mana 2 project, and beside the remixing I have some serious university business to take care of, otherwise I'll be skinned alive and eaten).

Not sure how many orchestral mixes are in the works overall, though.

[Brandon Strader]

If orchestral remixes is a legitimate request, I might do one. I was considering Fairy Battle as halctronica but it might work as orchestral. I'd have to talk to Phishy about it (especially since it's still listed as unclaimed)

[Fishy]

As fun as that topic is; let's talk about much more important things like the fact we have 3 WAVs already in the project folder, and several more tracks nearly finished.

Stevo: I've been trying to find some piano/orchestral specialists but with little luck so far. Here's hoping.

If you have any ideas about people to ask - that is something you can certainly suggest and I'll see if I can convince 'em. If there's one thing I do want to hear it's who the listeners would like to hear more of.

[Hemophiliac]

Don't forget me!

[Brandon Strader]

As fun as that topic is; let's talk about much more important things like the fact we have 3 WAVs already in the project folder, and several more tracks nearly finished.

Stevo: I've been trying to find some piano/orchestral specialists but with little luck so far. Here's hoping.

If you have any ideas about people to ask - that is something you can certainly suggest and I'll see if I can convince 'em. If there's one thing I do want to hear it's who the listeners would like to hear more of.
Project folder? Where's that at? I sent you a PM by the way!
Which songs would be good for piano performance?

[Inferno232]

Wow... I joined OCremix's forums when I learned of this project, and for good reason.

I have listened to the remixes on this site for at least a year now, and they've all been great. The albums are usually pure gold.

I'm just surprised that no one's picked Jesters of the Moon or Sleepless City Treno. Both have catchy melodies, I thought. Just seeing this project makes me wish I had some measure of musical talent...

Really looking forward to this Album. So many good remixers are listed on the tracks!

[Kaxon]

Stevo: I've been trying to find some piano/orchestral specialists but with little luck so far. Here's hoping.

If you have any ideas about people to ask - that is something you can certainly suggest and I'll see if I can convince 'em. If there's one thing I do want to hear it's who the listeners would like to hear more of.

Alright, here's a topic I have lots of opinions on!

BogusRed is a piano specialist and she had my favorite track on the FF4 project, it'd be awesome to get a song from her.

Patrick Burns was great on SMB, I'd like to hear more of his stuff.

Taucer's already on the project, but the more tracks by him, the better. Same with djp.

If you could somehow get McVaffe, that would be awesome. More realistically, I like Ziwtra's stuff pretty well and he did an FF8 remix not long ago.

[Fishy]

Just recieved a WIP from Archangel which I can only really describe as 'epic'. He's definitely bringing the orchestral business I just mentioned and claimed the airship theme, so yay. More orchestras.

I'll see about asking some mo peeps.

[Cyril the Wolf]

Once I'm through the thick of finals. Orchestral shalt be had.

EDIT: There will be rock to... but its a mjuthafudkign battle theme for hell's sake!

[Brandon Strader]

Hi

Will probably bounce out a final WAV for Mistaken Love within a couple days. I've got some free time now with minimal interruptions for about a week, It's going to be great. Will mediafire you soon.

[Thin Crust]

I am shocked that no one wants to do eternal harvest.

[Fishy]

Well, I actually really want to do it, but I should finish what I have first. Too much on the go to say for sure. If someone badass comes along first then it's all good.

[GSO]

i found a collaborator. can i give a WIP another shot?

[Fishy]

I have no problem with re-auditions, but make sure you and your collaborator think you have something that you're very confident would pass the judges panel.

I don't have time to give in-depth feedback on everything atm (exam time).

[GSO]

thank you.

[Shining Aquas]

Final Fantasy IX Remix project. That's cool.
I didn't even see this till five minutes ago and I'm insanely exicited. Good Luck guys.

Honestly pretty surprised no one wants to tackle Jesters of the Moon or Sleepless City Treno.

[Brandon Strader]

Final Fantasy IX Remix project. That's cool.
I didn't even see this till five minutes ago and I'm insanely exicited. Good Luck guys.

Honestly pretty surprised no one wants to tackle Jesters of the Moon or Sleepless City Treno.
Yeah, it's good to keep a conversation going on in here to keep the page somewhat apparent for people passing by. As for those songs not being covered yet, don't worry. There's still time. :-P

[Mirby]

Hate to be the one to do this but... Apparently there's one week left until the WIP date, according to the title!

Take it away, Fishy, my man! Your project, your announcements!

Also, reply 300 GET!

[DarkeSword]

Hate to be the one to do this but... Apparently there's one week left until the WIP date, according to the title!

Take it away, Fishy, my man! Your project, your announcements!

Also, reply 300 GET!
You should let the people who are in charge of running the project run the project.

If you "hate to be the one to do this," don't do it.

[Fishy]

I'm reminding people privately through msn etc because not everyone reads this thread.

Kinda busy with exams but I just got the major one out of the way today.

[Shining Aquas]

Yeah, it's good to keep a conversation going on in here to keep the page somewhat apparent for people passing by. As for those songs not being covered yet, don't worry. There's still time. :-P

I'm not doubting the community one bit. Honestly though, I was expecting something like Treno to be first pickable. Maybe I think too highly of the song, it certainly isn't "Stickerbrush Symphony" level of dibs. Still...

Mostly just been spreading the word to friends about an upcoming release of "the FFIX project". Hope you guys don't mind. Most of them are fairly excited too.

[Melbu Frahma]

I'm not doubting the community one bit. Honestly though, I was expecting something like Treno to be first pickable. Maybe I think too highly of the song, it certainly isn't "Stickerbrush Symphony" level of dibs. Still...

Mostly just been spreading the word to friends about an upcoming release of "the FFIX project". Hope you guys don't mind. Most of them are fairly excited too.

Nah, I halfway expected Treno to be an early catch too - it's got a good, catchy tune. But that doesn't always make it good remixing material, I guess. *shrugs* If only I had any remixing skills, lol....

I, too, have spread the word, and have created excitement with a handful of people.

[Brandon Strader]

It's really hard for some people to even imagine remixing some of these songs because they wouldn't want to tarnish the original... or personally change the way they feel about a certain theme, and then regret it later.

[Melbu Frahma]

It's really hard for some people to even imagine remixing some of these songs because they wouldn't want to tarnish the original... or personally change the way they feel about a certain theme, and then regret it later.

That's a very valid point, as well.

[NeverCryMoon]

Is it too horrifically late for an audition? I'd had a nice idea for a piano medley.

[Brandon Strader]

Is it too horrifically late for an audition? I'd had a nice idea for a piano medley.
There's a lot of songs left open, so there is room for much more participation. I'm sure they would love to hear your audition. :-P Good luck

[NeverCryMoon]

There's a lot of songs left open, so there is room for much more participation. I'm sure they would love to hear your audition. :-P Good luck

Thank you. Would you have any idea how I would go about auditioning? >_> I feel like such a n00b, it's terrible! I did PM Fishy, but I haven't recieved a reply yet.

[Archangel]

Fishy's the right address for auditions. Just be patient, he's very busy as he has exams at the moment. He'll reply eventually. =)

[LuketheXjesse]

Fishy your exams take like forever.

[NeverCryMoon]

Fishy's the right address for auditions. Just be patient, he's very busy as he has exams at the moment. He'll reply eventually. =)

I suspected something like that would be the case *grins* I don't mind in the slightest, I know how much pressure/stress exams put on people, of course it's the priority. What I'll do in the meantime is do a bit of work for it, just in case I do pass the audition. Worst comes to worse, I don't pass, but at least I'll have a nice new piano piece to play at college in my free periods ;)

[Fishy]

Fishy your exams take like forever.

Hello. They're finished on Thursday, so I suppose thats really when the next wip date is.

Sorry I'll reply to that pm now.

[NeverCryMoon]

Hello. They're finished on Thursday, so I suppose thats really when the next wip date is.

Sorry I'll reply to that pm now.

Please, don't worry about it, take your time. Your exams come first. :)

[Brandon Strader]

Fishy your exams take like forever.
He's studying for 3 law degrees simultaneously, what do you expect? He's been having finals since November. :-P

Joke #2: His finals are like Final Fantasy

This is the Final Countdown

[katethegreat19]

waaaaaaai would someone epic please claim Eternal Harvest and Jesters of the Moon!? The album wouldn't be complete without those! :puppyeyes:

[Fishy]

Just wanted to say I'm being repeatedly stunned by the quality of the remixes coming in at the moment. Some awesome stuff so far.

[Fishy]

Okay, just finished my last exam.

Obviously this requires a barbeque and drinking my sorrows away.

But after that when Friday dawns, you'd best have your book of awesome excuses ready.

[Brandon Strader]

Red claims = free again? :-(

Give them an inch and they'll walk all over you!

You need some kind of... I dunno... co-director to be contacting people while you're in exams.

Also might I suggest teal to be the new "extension" color. :-)

[NeverCryMoon]

Okay, just finished my last exam.

Congratulations on finishing your exams! Bet that's a load off your mind eh? ^^

[Bahamut]

Okay, just finished my last exam.

Obviously this requires a barbeque and drinking my sorrows away.

But after that when Friday dawns, you'd best have your book of awesome excuses ready.

And your excuse period is winding down yourself :-P

[Fishy]

Haha, yeah. I've gone from a judge at uni to a complete bum with nothing to do. I'm sure I'll find excuses somewhere.

[anosou]

*shows Fishy his book of awesome excuses*

[Shining Aquas]

waaaaaaai would someone epic please claim Eternal Harvest and Jesters of the Moon!? The album wouldn't be complete without those! :puppyeyes:

I'm pretty sure somebody will probably grab Jesters of the Moon....and make lyrics for two people.....and have one person sing the right lyrics and the other sing the opposite lyrics.

I'd listen to that.

Seriously, no Eternal Harvest? 8O

[Mirby]

I'm still waiting on confirmation that SOMEONE is doing Battle 2. If it's who they were saving it for, or if Fishy's ending up doing it, I don't know. Wait, we've been over this before...


Ahem. Eternal Harvest and Amarant's Theme would be pretty cool. *flees*

[Thin Crust]

hollowriku on youtube actually made a vocal cover of jesters of the moon.

[Brandon Strader]

hollowriku on youtube actually made a vocal cover of jesters of the moon.
I claimed Jesters of the Moon, but then I ended claiming something else, and then something else further. Right now I have "finished" Mistaken Love and started a WIP for Passing Sorrow. If nobody claims Jesters again by the time I am done with this, then I will probably do that. I'm still waiting on confirmation that SOMEONE is doing Battle 2.And if nobody claims Battle 2 in the long run, I might as well do that too.

I'm not claiming them NOW so that other people can come by and do them, I'm just saying that if they end up not being done that I will definitely throw my tiny hat into the ring. :-o

I've been having issues with hardware and software though so I'm hoping someone steps up for these. :-o

[Chaz]

I'm confused, when is the deadline for these tracks? I'd really like to take claim on Bran Bal but I'm in the process of moving house and getting a lot of new gear together so I know I won't be able to start it for another month at least.

Can I claim it still? Or would it be best to leave it open for someone else who can do it sooner?

[DarkeSword]

I'm still waiting on confirmation that SOMEONE is doing Battle 2. If it's who they were saving it for, or if Fishy's ending up doing it, I don't know. Wait, we've been over this before...


Ahem. Eternal Harvest and Amarant's Theme would be pretty cool. *flees*
Stop posting in this thread.

[Brushfire]

http://www.mediafire.com/imgbnc.php/df8a240515beea9a1cc46fcc2d8deccf5g.jpg

[Chaz]

Ahem. Eternal Harvest and Amarant's Theme would be pretty cool. *flees*

Eternal Harvest is on the list now. Yet to be claimed though.

[Fishy]

Oooh promo art sketches are looking nice.

Dark Messenger has just become free but I will find someone suitably awesome to do it personally. If you think you have what it takes pm me but this needs to be best of the best stuff imo.

[Brandon Strader]

Oooh promo art sketches are looking nice.

Dark Messenger has just become free but I will find someone suitably awesome to do it personally. If you think you have what it takes pm me but this needs to be best of the best stuff imo.
Want to see. :-)

Also the tracklist looks so much more epic when you look at it in HD. Colors are vivid and encouraging. "Thank you everyone for your hard wark!" -Gwen the Chocobo

[Shining Aquas]

I would also be interested in seeing this promo art.

Also, I think that picture at the top of the page should be in the inner lining, no joke.:<

[Fishy]

They're just basic art sketches at the moment, I'll probably include them on the site later.

Finally finished the arrangement for final battle this evening. 10 minutes 51 seconds long :O and barely any copypasta.

[Mirby]

That... sounds... epic!! Especially the "barely any copypasta" part! ^_^ Keep it up, man. You're doing a great job helming this project!

[Brandon Strader]

They're just basic art sketches at the moment, I'll probably include them on the site later.

Finally finished the arrangement for final battle this evening. 10 minutes 51 seconds long :O and barely any copypasta.
I can't wait to hear your 320kbps MP3 of it, and am deeply frightened of the inevitable 56kbps MP3 that'll be posted to OCR. :-P
Impressive work, my good man.

[Fishy]

It in the forums, go for it.

lol Yeah I dunno how I'm gonna submit this, might have to split it in two.

[Brandon Strader]

Brilliant. I hope they give you an exception for the length, at least for a 192kbps mp3. I've noticed when guitars start hitting 160kbps and gosh forbid 128kbps, the deterioration is noticeable.

Also wut, post about new claims. :-(

[Brandon Strader]

Since the last WIP date was June 1st I think? How about September 1st as the next WIP date? I'm not trying to go over your head or anything, or offend you in any way... Just wanna see the ball keep rolling. :-D I was also thinking Jesters of the Moon might be good as reggae. Fish, you know any way to get good reggae sound from Addictive Drums? o_O

[Fishy]

I'm gonna try and get hold of the people who aren't very far along and discuss this with people.

[Spunodi]

Hi there,

Have sent Fishy a PM with an audition track to hopefully claim Bran Bal.

Such a rich source, can't believe it's not claimed yet.

[NeverCryMoon]

Hello there. ^^
I was wondering if I could claim Black Waltz/Far Away in the Twilight? I had an idea for a piano piece that merges the two together, as they are pretty similar tracks and I think compliment each other quite well.

I have spoken to Fishy previously a while ago, and WOULD have chosen a track sooner if I hadn't been ill again >_<

Hope this is okay? :)

[Fishy]

Yah that's fine, let me know when you have something.

[Brandon Strader]

I do need to finish up Passing Sorrow and move on to the next claim. I haven't forgotten. I'll need to be in contact with you about that to make sure it is passable for the panel and such.. it's a piano performance so I figure it needs to have a lot more pizazz with a lot less instruments to work with. :-)

[UmJammerSully]

Hi there,

Have sent Fishy a PM with an audition track to hopefully claim Bran Bal.

Such a rich source, can't believe it's not claimed yet.

*ahem*

*points*

I'm confused, when is the deadline for these tracks? I'd really like to take claim on Bran Bal but I'm in the process of moving house and getting a lot of new gear together so I know I won't be able to start it for another month at least.

Can I claim it still? Or would it be best to leave it open for someone else who can do it sooner?

That was me, on my old account. I never got an answer... >_<

It's cool though, you can have it. You'll probably do a better job than me and there's plenty of other cool stuff to choose from anyways.

I'm real excited to see what everyone is cooking up. This is my absolute most favourite soundtrack. ;P

[Fishy]

Well the first post says you should send me a pm with an audition track to claim something, which I'm pretty sure I never got. That post sounded very non-committal too, you've gotta admit :p.

[Josh Whelchel]

Well the first post says you should send me a pm with an audition track to claim something, which I'm pretty sure I never got. That post sounded very non-committal too, you've gotta admit :p.

Fishy, I've sent you a few PMs now regarding "Ambush Attack," have a looksie, eh?

[Fishy]

I know, I listened to them and replied in the thread?

[UmJammerSully]

Well the first post says you should send me a pm with an audition track to claim something, which I'm pretty sure I never got. That post sounded very non-committal too, you've gotta admit :p.

Sorry, you're right. I was new then (still am really) and I didn't read the first post closely enough. I'm gonna PM you now actually. ;P

[Spunodi]

Sorry about that!

I just checked the first post is all.

I've updated my WIP though so we'll see... It may still be open.

[Shining Aquas]

How goes the project?

[Fishy]

Good thanks, here's a front page summary:

10 finished
8 are almost there
14 less developed wips

So we're looking at at least 32 tracks, but we've got a bunch more claimed. Not bad for only 7 months in compared to some projects.

[Mirby]

It's because you're awesome like that, Fishy! ^.^

Great to see all this progress though.

[Brandon Strader]

Good thanks, here's a front page summary:

10 finished
8 are almost there
14 less developed wips

So we're looking at at least 32 tracks, but we've got a bunch more claimed. Not bad for only 7 months in compared to some projects.
Pretty good stuff. I think it's great that people are working hard without a WIP date. I'm not the biggest fan of those anyway but I can see how they can help some folks. But it's not really beneficial either way if you wait until a couple days before a deadline and then do stuff. :-P I have to admit, I've been working on other stuff due to the lax schedule on this'n, but it is good to have that freedom especially since I bit off a bit more than I could chew... Oh well. Anyway, thanks to everyone who is workin' hard and taking this album seriously! :-)

[Fishy]

So we're getting some more electronic stuff to balance out the styles lately. chthonic and halc taking crossing those hills and bran bal - loving what I've heard from these guys before.

Potential epic signing for Dark Messenger in the works. I won't settle for anyone less then epic for that track.

[Mirby]

Hale-Bopp?

[Brandon Strader]

I still want to do an electronica version of Fairy Battle! :-)

But I gotta finish up passing sorrows first

[Fishy]

I'm issuing a final deadline now, and I'm gonna get these spare key tracks filled ASAP. Our progress has been excellent thus far and it is an entirely reachable deadline. Just freed some lazy tracks up, please apply promptly.

March 24th.

[BWYuko]

I'm issuing a final deadline now, and I'm gonna get these spare key tracks filled ASAP. Our progress has been excellent thus far and it is an entirely reachable deadline. Just freed some lazy tracks up, please apply promptly.

March 24th.

First post, I know. And it's long too. Oh god. Please don't bludgeon me with your angry, angry words.

So, first of all, recognize I'm an immense fan, but not an active music contributor here or anywhere else. My musical skills are limited to 6 years general theory with piano I started over 17 years ago. Also realize that we the fanbase have nothing but admiration and respect for the remixers, so don't get offended by any of this because that's not my intent.

I mean c'mon, guys.

Well anyway, about two weeks ago I looked at this project's completed track listing and I was worried. So I convince myself: this is the diamond in the Uematsu crown jewels; something must be done to stop the murder, the rapes, the inhumanity, etc, and so forth. It was at that time I decided to break years of anonymous browsing and create a username with intent to complain to people on the internet. Then outta nowhere this Fishy guy comes along and takes care of it. Glad to see you're taking the initiative to get the important tracks claimed again. Literally, everything you've emboldened on the OP track listing (save for one) is an opportunity for A+ work. They are MUSTS. So, well done - you have quelled my outrage for the time being. I hope people lay claims as soon as possible.

About that one track though.

"Towards That Gate"
I'm actually kind of surprised that Hemophiliac didn't claim it when he took Bittersweet Romance, as it is technically the second part of the song. In fact, Square's official Piano Collections album treats both pieces as just one song, the way Uematsu penned and choreographed it to the scene in which it plays in-game (the finale). Towards That Gate begins around 1:27~8 in this youtube synth version of the piano sheet music (I take no credit for posting it...):
LINK ! ---> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lxo3xH-5kp0&feature=related <-- ! LINK
As just mentioned, the pieces in question play through the game's final scene. The first half is rendered with the in-game character models, thus Bittersweet Romance uses the game's MIDI engine to produce the sounds. The second half is a FMV sequence, and as such, Towards That Gate uses a full orchestra. For this reason alone, the OST splits the track into two parts. It is intended to be one song.

So, if Hemophiliac already picked up on this and has been actively working it into his WIP, shame on me. If there are already enough things occupying his focus and he can't add a second track to his workload, that's also totally understandable. Still, my intent is to see this piece appear on the final tracklisting in one way or another. Perhaps an interested remixer could even collaborate with Hemo (or at the least find out what key he's working in to have some consistency). And style? Dueling electric guitars would rock the climax. Just some thoughts.

;D

[Fishy]

I am working on something (probably with a few people helping) for that track. It's one of my favourites, just trying to figure out a good angle.

[BWYuko]

WELL THEN MY WORK HERE IS DONE

*fly~away*

[Fishy]

Updates. Few more wav's in, and lots more wips. Still getting lots of people auditioning which is great to see but there are still several key tracks unclaimed that we're not leaving out.

Battle 2 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJU6tZOYQho) Really? Step up :p

Kuja's Theme (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2spjqRmQGRA) One of the more badass villain themes from the entire franchise. Doo eeet.

Eternal Harvest (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XcpmGjENY8U) High energy folking goodness.

Loss of Me (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8eLzUvhfgs)Mega key track here. Great melody.

Pandemonium, the Castle Frozen in Time (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r_El_SPE-vw) Super ominous moods.

[prophetik music]

if it gets to after magfest and some of these songs aren't picked up, let me know. i'll close a few of them out.

[Chernabogue]

I'm not very familiar FFIX's soundtrack, but Kuja's Theme sounds very, very badass.

Can I PM you for an audition? :)

[Mirby]

Battle 2 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJU6tZOYQho) Really? Step up :p


I've been whining about the fact this one is unclaimed for how long now? As he said, step up!

[DarkeSword]

I've been whining about the fact this one is unclaimed for how long now? As he said, step up!
Let the project directors do their job.

[ocremixfan]

Someone please pick Pandemonium! :puppyeyes::puppyeyes::puppyeyes:

[Mirby]

Let the project directors do their job.

See? I whined about it so much it annoys DarkeSword when I continue to do it! :P

[Fishy]

I'm not very familiar FFIX's soundtrack, but Kuja's Theme sounds very, very badass.

Can I PM you for an audition? :)

Anyone can audition. Looking for at least OC quality, and I will be in judge mode.

[Transform]

[RDX]

I don't remember where I heard this, but I vaguely remember Uematsu saying that Assault of the White Dragons is one of his favorite tracks...

I honestly don't remember where I heard it though. It's funny that it's unclaimed, but then again I don't know how you'd remix it aside from sup0r epic guitars and that might end up being a little generic

i ramble

[Brandon Strader]

That's my bad.. I linked LuIza to the Black Mage's version of the song and she chickened out. :-P

[Fishy]

Taking the steps to get these tracks filled, but only by dudes who are bad enough to kidnap the princess.

Funnily enough, to remix was is essentially the music to a dude in a maze, we welcome none other then Mazedude. Fun.

[Brandon Strader]

It says deadline inside but it's not listed in the original post -- hopefully you've reconsidered the March date you were thinking of.. :-D

[Mirby]

Funnily enough, to remix was is essentially the music to a dude in a maze, we welcome none other then Mazedude. Fun.

Happy about this, but the first part of this sentence completely confuses me.

[Brandon Strader]

Happy about this, but the first part of this sentence completely confuses me.
I just assumed it was some kind of internet meme

[Fishy]

It says deadline inside but it's not listed in the original post -- hopefully you've reconsidered the March date you were thinking of.. :-D

Oh, well spotted. I assumed it was in the first post text too. I'll just put it back in now.

Hopefully you've reconsidered insinuating my decisions aren't final and thought through... :-D.

[Fishy]

I'd like to welcome AeroZ to the project on Eternal Harvest. I am very much looking forward to this one :).

[evktalo]

Me too.

I love the soundtrack, there's lots of musicians whose work I enjoy on the list, and I'm sure others I don't expect it from will blow me away. Can't wait, well I can wait, because it's going to be so good.

--Eino

[Dj Mokram]

3 months till the cutoff, and yet Battle 2 remains unclaimed. :cry:

[Fishy]

Working on it. It shall be done.

[katethegreat19]

YAY deadline! Can't wait!
Hey Fishy, is Loss of Me really still unclaimed?! Could I put my Rose General track in for that (I know it's been released for two years already, but...)

[Fishy]

Hey Kate,

Ehm, well, I suppose if no one takes it before then it would be better then no track but generally we try and make sure the project is all new tracks. Most FF9 fans on OCR probably already have that track already :).

[Brandon Strader]

Hey Kate,

Ehm, well, I suppose if no one takes it before then it would be better then no track but generally we try and make sure the project is all new tracks. Most FF9 fans on OCR probably already have that track already :).
I think if Kate was up for revisiting the track, like with a remaster, then maybe this is something that should be looked into :-D

[Abadoss]

I think if Kate was up for revisiting the track, like with a remaster, then maybe this is something that should be looked into :-D

Remaster or not, I'd still take the track in the album. :D

[Shining Aquas]

YAY deadline! Can't wait!
Hey Fishy, is Loss of Me really still unclaimed?! Could I put my Rose General track in for that (I know it's been released for two years already, but...)

It was a great track and you should feel proud, but I stand behind the idea of new tracks for the albums. You download an overclocked album to a game you've played knowing exactly what to expect, yet you are completely surprised every time because while everything feels familiar it's been played in a way you've never heard before. That's the magic of the remix album, and while Rose of May is a great song most of us have been listening to it for almost 2 years now. A fresh take would be welcome.

Also I really wish I could help with this project. I loved the entire FFIX soundtrack, and I even have some awesome ideas for Battle 2 rummaging around the head, but I can't play any instruments proficiently. I've got about 3 weeks of learning the piano (over the course of my whole life) under my belt, and that's definitely not enough for songs of OCR's calibur. I hope someone has a great vision for the remaining tracks and good luck to everyone..

[Solaphar]

I even have some awesome ideas for Battle 2 rummaging around the head
Didn't they have someone in mind for Battle 2? At least, that's what I remember someone saying [Just went back and looked (http://ocremix.org/forums/showpost.php?p=669118&postcount=197)].

I wonder what's up with that person, whoever they are (no one ever mentioned a specific name). Too bad you can't find that unknown person and work with them on the boss theme.


As for me, I came up with a 30-second WIP for Zidane's Theme (as well as a general idea/direction/genre) at the end of November/beginning of December, but I don't have a decent sample library, and the arrangement needs lots of work. I've made next to no progress on it since then.

I'm internally debating contacting a couple people whom I have in mind and see if they're interested in working with me on it. I haven't done so yet partly because I'm afraid that my overall vision will get warped too much if I collaborate with others. But, it might be the only way to have it get done.

[Terra Mater]

Hmm, I've been thinking about it, and maybe I could try my hand at Loss of Me? I've always loved that song (one of my favorites from the OST), and I think I can come up with an interesting arrangement with my instruments. Fishy, if you want, since my equipment is much more in order now, I can try to whip up a short WIP so you can see what kind of ideas I have stewing in my head. Would you be interested in that? I'll PM you another recent sample of my stuff if you want.

[prophetik music]

fyi to everyone involved, i'm up for a collab with someone if they want.

i already offered my hand to remix any random stuff that doesn't get touched by people, but i'd be happy to help people who want to try remixing get a track to a finished state.

[Fishy]

I just got a double claim on something as a few people are either deciding between tracks, or for what ever reason haven't been able to make an official claim just yet, details pending. To be on the safe side, consider the following claimed for the moment:

Loss of Me
Sword of Doubt
Cid's Theme
Dark Messenger

[pbARK]

This might seem kinda random, since it's my first post here, but I pretty much tripped on the FFIX project and my jaw dropped to the floor. It's my absolute favourite VGM OST, and I've been playing video games since I was 5. Really glad to see this!

Just wanted to drop a quick remark: I'm really looking forward to see the outcome of both Eternal Harvest and Pandemonium. The first I'm already feeling relieved about, seeing as it's AeroZ taking care of it so it's guaranteed to be pretty stellar. About Pandemonium, I'm biting my nails in anticipation of who'll pick it up, seriously. It has mad potential, and if I had the time and practice even I'd try to go for it! Recently got hold of a Roland Gaia SH-01 for my band, and while playing it isn't an issue, messing with DAWs and the like is still out of my league; on top of this, with the exam season at uni only ending in mid-february, it's pretty impossible. What frustration!!

Anyway, here's hoping that Pandemonium is taken up by dedicated and creative hands, that work it into an OC ReMix jewel.

On a side note, it's actually pretty funny - I've known OC ReMix since it first appeared, lurked around a bit, heard some interesting stuff, and eventually it phased out of existence for me. Then, recently, I rediscovered it. And I mean a week ago lol. Since then I found out about many of the albums that the community has been putting out, got many of them, and was pleasantly surprised at the quality of the mixes, as well as the degree of originality and even sheer reinvention present in a great deal of them. Congratulations are in order.

My hat goes off in particular to LuIzA, whose work was specifically what led me back to this, well, universe really. Aside from having acted as a beacon, it's both inspiring and astounding, corresponding as much as humanly possible to the transformations I expected to hear in the specific tracks she addressed. Realizing that she's contributing to this album was among the things that made my day.

Sorry for the wall of text. Also, I'm not entirely sure if this is the correct place to make this post, but since it is of many natures, and one of them fits this thread, I deemed it alright.

Best Regards,
pb

[Draconiator]

Oops, forget that. I'll see if I can convince Cyril do do some metal with me for Battle 2. Dragonwolf might rock the hizouse! :D

[Fishy]

Battle 2 is something I've been trying to get filled for a while via invites. Fairly confident it's sorted out. No offense but it's one of those tracks where I need someone who I can guarantee will knock it out of the park, much like Dark Messenger.

I saw you originally wrote Zidane's theme. If you're interested in that then send me an audition by pm.

[Fishy]

Ok updates:

Cid's Theme is being taken by a friend of mine from University, yet to choose a name. He's a cool dude, should be pretty sweet.

Knight of the Round is a badass guy who just got his first FF7 mix passed recently. Unbelievably heavy 8 string poly-riffs that we can look forward to for Assault of the Silver Dragons.

Brandon's Mistaken Love mix just passed the panel, so that's cool too.

Got a great wip from Mazedude; and some updates from halc among others

I've also been working hard with cyril of Battle 1 and my own Iifa Tree mix (which I'm fairly sure some people won't believe I made :D) and they're both sounding better every day.

Still need some definite replies from people on Battle 2 and Dark Messenger, but I'm trying to make sure that they get done right, by people who will kick their arse. Likewise Kuja's theme is still sitting there. Some great evil potential there.

[Brandon Strader]

It di-di-did?? That almost makes up for the DKC3 mix getting no'd yesterday. :-x

I am getting to the point where each song is becoming a chapter. I'm glad the Mistaken Love chapter has finally ended, hehe... and with the brand new library I just recently snatched, I should be able to make a more impressive Passing Sorrow

Sweet updates my man. I will has to get you to tell me how my other mixes are faring on the panel. :-(

Also would love to hear your Lifa tree WIP :-)

[Fishy]

Well... one of the votes was conditional. Something about a click or some skipped beat at 1:11. Get on that :p.

Also would love to hear your Lifa tree WIP :-)

It's not reeaeaady. I need more help/feedback from people who do the style better. That's all I'm sayin' :p.

[ffian1]

Awesome, deadlines make me work.

Fishy, sorry I haven't sent you a newer version of 'Sword of Doubt' for auditioning yet, I've been really backed up with my bands album.

I'll try and get it to you ASAP - at least before February. I'm hoping to have most of my current work finished by then.

Thanks
Ian

[Bahamut]

Better get on it soon then, since final tracks look due in about 2 months.

[ffian1]

No worries man.

As far as I'm concerned, I'm doing this for a Uni project too which has to be in around the same time as the deadline. The good news is that because of the type of project, I should have a couple of other tracks to submit while I'm at it.

..It also occurred to me that most of my last post should have been a PM.

[Fishy]

Haha, no worries.

It would be nice to hear any updates you have at all though, send me a link when you can even if it's minor changes since last time.

[Fishy]

Poolside DELIVERS. I can't describe how good this vocal performance is.

EDIT: Oh btw, zircon is on Dark Messenger...

[thephoenix]

Do you by chance have any more tracks you need done? I've got some extra time anyway and I tend to be able to kick out a song pretty quickly depending on what style it's done.

[TGON]

Oh btw, zircon is on Dark Messenger...
I lliterally said:"FUCK YEAH!!!!" when I read this.

[TheBlackChocobos]

Oh btw, zircon is on Dark Messenger...
Yeah, that's as good as sorted.
No-one needs to worry.

[DragnBreth]

Oh btw, zircon is on Dark Messenger...
Sweet. 10char

[Fishy]

Black Mage Village is free for now. Given the current deadline it wasn't feasible, and I'm trying to get this done within a reasonable amount of time.

So key tracks still open:

Kuja's Theme
Battle 2
Pandemonium

I guess Black Mage Village is kinda key also.

[Gario]

Wait, Battle 2 is open? As in the boss track?

I might have to shirk some responsibilities and try to get something done for that.

[Mirby]

You just now noticed.

After I've been whining about it for months.

And annoying the crap out of Darke in the process.

Please do something with it, Gario. I believe in you (cuz let's face it, Electrosavior is still awesome)

[Gario]

I've just now opened this thread for the first time since... well, it started. I didn't think I'd have time to take anything on for it, but now that I've cleared off most of my other project tracks I decided to see what was going down in here.

Like Fishy said earlier, he wants to guarantee that the person will 'blow it out of the water', so it's not like I can just make a claim to it. I'll just send a huge WIP to him in a few days, if I decide to go through with it (I'm leaning toward it, right now).

[Fishy]

I'm still asking people all the time about those tracks, but the Boss theme is particulary conspicuous by it's absence.

Feel free to hit me up with a concept wip, but like I said earlier; it's gotta be badass or it ain't worth doing.

EDIT: Just fyi, I've been speaking to a bunch of engineers at work who do all of their stuff in 5.1 surround.

I'm currently mixing the Final Battle prog epic in 5.1 just for fun. Is there any interest in that as a bonus track or summat?

[Brandon Strader]

I'd love for all mixes ever to be mixed in 5.1 but the technology isn't affordable enuff yet and every other house in the world doesn't have a 5.1 setup. It'd be interesting to listen to in stereo though. :-)

[Fishy]

Well, I know a lot of gamers get 5.1 for their haxbox/PStriple. They might not be the best speakers but good enough for call of duty :p.

If any of the mixers for that matter have any interest in getting their stuff in 5.1 I'll be happy to do it for funsies anyway. I'd be stupid not to use the studio time here.

[Gario]

Oh yeah, I think I've got the boss track covered. I'll send the WIP to ya in a few hours, Fishy.

[Darangen]

Did I hear Pandemonium is still available??

[Mirby]

Oh yeah, I think I've got the boss track covered. I'll send the WIP to ya in a few hours, Fishy.
I can't wait to hear it on the album.

Because I waited long enough for someone to pick it up. I'm done with that. :tomatoface:

[Fishy]

Did I hear Pandemonium is still available??

Not anymore :p. Guess who just claimed it?

[Brandon Strader]

Not anymore :p. Guess who just claimed it?
djpretzel?

[Fishy]

djpretzel?

no u

[Brandon Strader]

no u
jah totes i'd claim that sheet

[Chibi_Ma]

Hello! I'm new to the forum but have been a big fan of Ocremix for a while ^^ I am very excited for this project and can't wait to hear it :D!

[KyleJCrb]

o hai Chibi Ma, 'bout time you show up on OCR!

[Fishy]

Gario is in. No cloud or squall shall hinder him.

I guess that leaves:

Black Mage Village
Kuja's Theme

as the only keys left. Surely unto these, ye claims shall come forth.

[Mirby]

[QUOTE=Fishy;752283]Gario is in. No cloud or squall shall hinder him.[QUOTE]

No highwinds or tidus will impede his progress either.

and no, that was a not a typo.

just a very bad joke...

[Gario]

What a stupid cliche that FFIX thankfully broke with Zidane... unless they were going for a 'Hurricane' knockoff, or something, which would be stupid, and not surprising, knowing Squaresoft.

[Fishy]

Cheers Mr Strader and Mr Umlaut Gerdt for thier magical wavs!

EDIT: And Archangel :).

[anosou]

Cheers Mr Strader and Mr Umlaut Gerdt for thier magical wavs!

EDIT: And Archangel :).

*is Mr Umlaut*

Also, everyone better make awesome tracks or I'll be upset. :3

[sephfire]

*is Mr Umlaut*

Also, everyone better make awesome tracks or I'll be upset. :3

Aww, I can't say no to that sweet smiling avatar.

[Gario]

*is Mr Umlaut*

Also, everyone better make awesome tracks or I'll be upset. :3

I will, I promise. I can't say no to a brother Reason user in arms. :-D

[Brandon Strader]

Aww, I can't say no to that sweet smiling avatar.
I know what my next Avatar choice will be then. :3

Also I agree with the Swede

Don't wait until friggin... oh wait.. it IS the last minute.. damn. XD

[Fishy]

I know what my next Avatar choice will be then. :3

Except that you can't use his avatar (or mine). We be pimpin' the custom shizzle.

EDIT: Kuja's Theme is now claimed, as Hy Bound wanted to switch up tracks.

I'm pretty happy that the main tracks are covered now (long as no one drops), so far as I'm concerned; when whats claimed is done, the project is done.

[LegendaryFrog]

Are you still deciding on a name? If you are, I wanna throw my suggestion of "Melodies of the Mist" (or "Melodies from the Mist") out there.

Eagerly anticipating this album by the way! FF9 is one of my favorite Final Fantasy soundtracks. Very underrated!

[Fishy]

We are very slowly choosing a name between us. I wanted the guys involved to come up with the name as they're the dudes putting the work in, but thanks for reminding me to get that moving again.

[Mirby]

Yeah, I could've reminded you. You're still gonna use the disc names I suggested, right?

(that would be Gaia, Terra, and Memoria)

[Brandon Strader]

NEVAR. Project members shall name the discs!

[Fishy]

Yeah, I could've reminded you. You're still gonna use the disc names I suggested, right?

(that would be Gaia, Terra, and Memoria)

Nope. Well not exactly anyway, there are 4 discs now so I'd have to come up with another disc name that fits those or go with a different naming theme. As much as you know I love suggestions, we can figure one out.

[sephfire]

Nope. Well not exactly anyway, there are 4 discs now so I'd have to come up with another disc name that fits those or go with a different naming theme. As much as you know I love suggestions, we can figure one out.

Just name the last one Brahn. She's somewhat planet-like.

[Chibi_Ma]

awww no one wants to do Jesters of the Moon :(?

[Hemophiliac]

awww no one wants to do Jesters of the Moon :(?

I would love to, but I don't think I have the time.

[Brandon Strader]

awww no one wants to do Jesters of the Moon :(?
I would love to, having claimed it before, but it depends on if I can do it before the end of the project, that is, if nobody else gets it before then :-o

Basically what that guy said ^

[Gario]

I'd love to, but I already took a last minute track, which is more than enough for this project :sleepdepriv:

[Mirby]

Nope. Well not exactly anyway, there are 4 discs now so I'd have to come up with another disc name that fits those or go with a different naming theme. As much as you know I love suggestions, we can figure one out.

In that case, my original idea of the continent names. Mist, Outer, Forgotten, and Lost. It works.

Alternatively, keep Gaia, Terra, and Memoria, but add on Crystal, since the last area is the Crystal World.

[Fishy]

*facepalm*

I came up with Crystal World this morning, but thank you for you suggestion.

[Mirby]

No problem. Glad I could help.

Plus, I do remember you saying you'd use my name ideas for the discs sooo... :P

[Brandon Strader]

Get the hell outta here tbh

[Mirby]

Brandon Brandon Brandon...

That's Shariq's line.

And plus, I don't really have anything else to say aside from hype; discs are named and Battle 2 is claimed. I'm done being as active as I've been in this topic until closer to release.

Then I'll write pre-release poetry like I did with SeMoBu.

[Mazedude]

Ah... just finished my track. More Mazedude weirdness, on the way.

[Kenogu Labz]

You got Fossil Roo?!?

This is gonna be epic.

[GSO]

how much longer until the FF IX remix album?

[Fishy]

Deadlines coming up soon, but need to wait for a release spot and endgame evaluation etc. I can't really say how long that will take, definitely aiming for before summer if possible.

[Brandon Strader]

Before summer 2011 or summer 2012? I'm really going to have to cram now that my computer's down and the deadline is coming up

[Fishy]

summer 2012?

Don't even joke about that. Not happening.

[Brandon Strader]

How will you get it out sooner? I was told no amount of joojmagic would get an album out before 2012

Unless this one is already on the schedule for release......??

[Kaxon]

Are Prelude, Jesters of the Moon, and Eiko's Theme all unclaimed?

[Fishy]

Eiko's theme got claimed by someone yesterday, waiting to hear a sample before I make it official.

Prelude... to be honest I'm not too bothered about. There are so many remixes of it already. Plus we have a remix of Crystal World, which is just a minor version of the prelude anyway. It's basically a remix of a remix of the prelude.

[Brandon Strader]

Yeah, and the Crystal World mix you're talking about I think is really incredible. I don't think it'd be a bad idea to just stick with that one. :-D As for the other unclaimed tracks, it'd be cool to see some nice folks come in and make some nice songs for this. There's a lot of songs that i would ersonally really like to see covered before the album is completed, so if people get a chance out of their schedules, please check out the list and see if you fancy anything.. :-)

[sephfire]

There are still WAY too many awesome tracks sitting unclaimed on that list. I wish I had time to take on another one. :(

[Chibi_Ma]

There are still WAY too many awesome tracks sitting unclaimed on that list.

AGREED! I'm crossing my fingers for Jesters of the Moon, Unfathomed Reminiscence, and Towards the Gate :puppyeyes:

[Fishy]

Yeah it's a big 'ol OST. Much like the other later FF games, it would be impractical to do everything - the quality would suffer.

On the plus, some encouraging movement being made by the late-starters. I made tons of headway on Battle1 today, it's pretty much done. Iifa is getting there too.

[Gario]

I'll have some headway on Battle 2 this weekend. I couldn't ignore Bionic Commando's deadline, and I've been quite pressed for time, lately.

Now I've got to get all serious for this project.

[Chernabogue]

It may be a stupid question, but why are you already imposing a final deadline when there're like 5 or such albums to be released in the next months? I mean, this album doesn't need to be finished so soon (with so many cool but unclaimed tracks - and yea, I know there'll be much work to be done after this deadline, but meh). People could have more time to make more tracks. (Sorry if this post is misplaced.)

[Fishy]

I realized this around the start of the year.

Having a 'we don't need to finish track now because there are other projects first' mentality is what causes these ridiculous 4 year projects. I may be moving the deadline back, but not a huge amount.

[Solaphar]

I kind of agree with Chernabogue. I think the deadline may be a bit ill-conceived. An August or September deadline probably would've made more sense, with March as a WIP deadline. Really, why the hurry? I think it'll only do harm, to rush out Uematsu's favorite Final Fantasy soundtrack. Consider this, there are multiple projects that started long before this one, but which have deadlines later than this one.

Nonetheless, if you insist on keeping the current deadline, I'll still look forward to hearing the album once it's released, even if it is only half-finished. If I were you though, I'd take the extra time to do it right... and more completely. Just my opinion. =|

these ridiculous 4 year projects.Ridiculous, perhaps, but at least not incomplete.

[KnightOfTheRound]

Jusy an FYI for Fishy, the arrangement for Assault is basically done, I'm going to be doing most (hopefully all) of my guitar and bass tracking next week, and then just concentrate on mixing the next couple of weeks after that.

[Gario]

Let him push this deadline, guys. If the deadline passes and he changes his mind he can always re-evaluate his position, so don't worry too much about it.

[sephfire]

If it helps, think of it as a deadline for the currently enlisted, but not something to discourage new people from signing on late.

[Fishy]

I kind of agree with Chernabogue. I think the deadline may be a bit ill-conceived. An August or September deadline probably would've made more sense, with March as a WIP deadline. Really, why the hurry? I think it'll only do harm, to rush out Uematsu's favorite Final Fantasy soundtrack. Consider this, there are multiple projects that started long before this one, but which have deadlines later than this one.

Have a little faith. I'm not gonna release something that's not ready. I'm just trying to get rid of this notion that projects have to take a long time. I've been looking at release timescales, and the deadline will move back somewhat anyway, as there are so many already finished projects waiting to come out.

Also, I'm not gonna ignore tracks that should really be on the album, and am actively trying to get these not just filled, but filled by people who can deliver!

The project will definitely not be 'incomplete'.

[ffian1]

I might get round to doing a Jester's remix because I have to do another arrangement for uni before April anyway. I've got an idea for what I want to do with it.

I'll do a draft up and fire it to you asap, Fishy, and see what you think.

At the very least, I can submit it later generally if it's not quite up to scratch by crunch time

[Fishy]

Sho why not. Sword of Doubt is kickin', send me a sketch when you can.

[calculusman1084]

Oh my beejesus, I can't wait for this. But I guess i'll have to. Hopefully more tracks are picked up to be remixed, as other projects are wrapping up. Lotta people out there with the talent to do these unclaimed songs some justice...

[Fishy]

People are starting to have to rush and that's lame. Due to this, the open tracks (that people keep requesting), the abundance of nearly done projects, and the fact I'm moving country again at the start of May:

The deadline has been moved back to June 1st for the assurance of the quality of her Majesty's project.

[Brandon Strader]

Sweet. That extra few months should help people refine more instead of rushing. I just hope more songs are done by then and it doesn't need pushed back even moar. x_x Good luck everyone

[Darangen]

The deadline has been moved back to June 1st for the assurance of the quality of her Majesty's project.

Understandable, and awesome. This'll give me a chance to let my mix sit on the back burner and simmer quite a bit longer. Thanks!

[Solaphar]

If it helps, think of it as a deadline for the currently enlisted, but not something to discourage new people from signing on late.
I understand, but in that case, why not just threaten to make the tracks open for the people who drag their feet past WIP deadlines, like how it's done on other projects?

Personally, I think there are more ways to encourage people to finish their tracks, other than a final deadline.
Have a little faith. I'm not gonna release something that's not ready. I'm just trying to get rid of this notion that projects have to take a long time. I've been looking at release timescales, and the deadline will move back somewhat anyway, as there are so many already finished projects waiting to come out.

Also, I'm not gonna ignore tracks that should really be on the album, and am actively trying to get these not just filled, but filled by people who can deliver!

The project will definitely not be 'incomplete'.
I guess I should explain the motivation behind my previous post.

I was just concerned because the full soundtrack has about, what,100(?) tracks on it that are over a minute long (and thus, reasonably remixable), and you only have like 70%(?) of those listed in the first post. So if only half of those listed in your post actually get done, 35 or so, we'll miss out on nearly two-thirds of the soundtrack. So yeah, I was just concerned about the sheer number of tracks (many of them decent or overlooked), that would be left out of the final product. I'd hope one would at least aim to cover 50 tracks, for a solid half of the OST. And I feel there's no need to exclude the "less popular" tracks, especially if done solely based upon it taking "too long", ya know?

It can take a long time to find enough people who will get the tracks done. Just something to consider.


In any case I'm glad to see that the deadline has been moved at least a little bit, so that's all I'll say about it for now. =D

[Gario]

That's an epic move. Still going to try to make as much headway as soon as I can, though, and use the extra time to really give it a buffer shine.

[KnightOfTheRound]

That's an epic move. Still going to try to make as much headway as soon as I can, though, and use the extra time to really give it a buffer shine.


I feel the exact same way, as I signed on somewhat late.

[katethegreat19]

Ugh another push-back?! :shock: NO LIKEY.

[ocremixfan]

Ugh another push-back?! :shock: NO LIKEY.

I don't care waiting, as long as no awesome track is left behind... like Jesters of the Moon!

[Gario]

I don't think the pushback could be helped, due to the rather large queue of albums that are to be released. Still, most of us are quite happy for it, especially if you're one of the late-comers (like me).

[Fishy]

Oh dang, FFian strikes again. Jester's is filled with a substantial wip already.

And sorry Kate. It was a bit unavoidable due to the other projects going on at the moment.

[Kaxon]

Ugh another push-back?! :shock: NO LIKEY.

You should just claim another track and do another awesome song and release it early again. :razz:

[Abadoss]

Ugh another push-back?! :shock: NO LIKEY.

You should just claim another track and do another awesome song and release it early again. :razz:

Minus the early release, I don't know of anyone who'd object to Kate doing another one.

[sephfire]

In fact, I will be personally offended if Kate doesn't do one more.

No, two!

[ffian1]

The folkier the better.

To be fair, her early release has had at least one (debatably) good side-effect - If it wasn't for that, I wouldn't even know OCR or this project existed.

I still think another would be awesome, time permitting

[Brandon Strader]

I gotta say I agree. It'd be awesome if the people who finished tracks took on another. Then maybe we could cover the other essential songs and maybe even some of the ones that got removed from the list. :3

[Archangel]

A new deadline! Nice!

I'm actually tempted to claim another track when I finish my Airship Hildagarde remix. I can't decide which one, though.

[Fishy]

A new deadline! Nice!

I'm actually tempted to claim another track when I finish my Airship Hildagarde remix. I can't decide which one, though.

I have a specific track/job for you. PM me when you have some free time.

[Level 99]

I hope you all like vocals. :D

[ffian1]

Has anyone else noticed that it's mainly disc 3 tunes that haven't been claimed yet?

[Thin Crust]

Has anyone else noticed that it's mainly disc 3 tunes that haven't been claimed yet?

Maybe because disk 3 was depressing........at least for me it was.

[Emunator]

I hope you all like vocals. :D

SUUUUUUUUUUCCCCKKKKK vocaalllhaate!

(jkay i <3 u n ur voices :3)

[Chibi_Ma]

Has anyone else noticed that it's mainly disc 3 tunes that haven't been claimed yet?

that. so ronery

[GTAHater836]

I'm surprised this hasn't even gotten the level of activity that ARMed and DANGerous got.

[Brandon Strader]

I'm surprised this hasn't even gotten the level of activity that ARMed and DANGerous got.
It might be that FF9 was a lot more strict with recruiting, limiting to posted mixers and requiring auditions from everyone who wasn't... :-o And also limiting people to 1 claim at a time..

[GTAHater836]

Has Fishy come up with a name for this album, before I forget to ask?

[Brandon Strader]

Has Fishy come up with a name for this album, before I forget to ask?
It's going to be called "Vivi's Adventure in London"

I mean... no.

[Fishy]

This is the news.

Assault o Dragons is almost done, and it is fucking intense.
Jester's is also in final stages and pretty sweet.

I think Black Mages and Fairy battle are both now claimed, must confirm a few things.

Evil mist's rebirth just got claimed by newcomer Blumoon, looking forward to this from what I've heard so far.

Progression, we has it.

[TGON]

Assault o Dragons is almost done, and it is fucking intense.http://s2.subirimagenes.com/otros/5812895do-want.jpg

[Brandon Strader]

http://s2.subirimagenes.com/otros/5812895do-want.jpg
I agree 500%

The guy who is making it kicks butt

I hope to see lots of remix posts of his on ocr

[KnightOfTheRound]

tee hee

<blushes>

nah but thanks dudes, im suuuuper happy with of the way it came out! :-D

[Blumoon]

Hey folks! Just thought I'd drop in and say hello. I'll save the lengthy intro for my About section.

I'm very excited to be a part of this album project, and I hope you guys enjoy my take on The Evil Mist's Rebirth. Personally, I can't wait to see how the entire album turns out. Final Fantasy IX is one of my favorites of the series, and the score was incredible to boot. Best wishes, everyone! Keep up the hard work! :-D