[Ginnsu]

Chrono Trigger 'Spekkio the Brave'

I'm 3/4's Scottish, so I'd be a rebel to my culture not to like this. Quite honestly, I'm a horrible rebel, so I think I'll just go along and say that this is one of the most amazing pieces of work I have ever heard. The bagpipes are especially spectacular. Now, while I do say that bagpipes are a very interesting sounding instrumet, I do not suggest putting this song on the CD or MP3 Playlist that wakes you up in the morning. Being awaken by bagpipes is not the most enjoyable occasion you could ever have. I speak from experience. And back to the mix, the trumpet (edit: oops, tuba) is also amazingly well done. Keeping in mind that this was created electronically, I have to say, Spekkio did quite the job here. Fantabulous work Spekkosaurus. Don't question it, this does deserve a made up word.

[DJ Crono]

I love Celtic music man, and this is GREAT! I love the intro and the whole song. You keep it very dignified and flowing. Something out of Braveheart, you know. The snares at 2:20 were a great touch, very diplomatic. Then you brought in the tuba, quite fascinating. I like that you stray ever so slightly from the original theme and then come back. I always do that :D Good job bro. I hopr to post a CT remix one day. Later~
~DJ Crono~ Jovette Rivera

[ziwtra]

For all of you who've been clamoring for an end to the Chrono Trigger remixes: Here is a slap in the face. To say that a game has been "finished" or "remixed" or even "over-remixed" is to insult the capacity for remixers to be innovative, creative. Who else heard bagpipes and a brass ensemble when listening to Spekkio's theme? And who could have pulled it off as beautifully as Spekkosaurus did? If you can claim to have thought of it, to have attempted it, and succeeded at it, then by all means go ahead and complain about Chrono Trigger being done for. I cannot make such claims.

Less of the negative! How about that Tuba? And isn't that snare riff just perfect? In terms of execution, this remix is one of the best. Whether you like Celtic or not, you'll have respect to the work that went into this one. (And for a little more commentary: likewise, all you techno-trance-haters, there are plenty of remixes for you to appreciate in terms of pulling off techno spectacularly, much to your dismay.)

[Magus]

I am listening to this remix on my headphones for the third time now while I am typing up this review. I have to say that I really enjoy this remix. The bagpipes, the snares, the tuba, they're all great and flow perfectly with each other. Hats off to Spekkosaurus.

I am a fan of all types of music, whether Celtic or techno, as long as it sounds good to my ears. I can appreciate the amount of talent that an artist puts into his/her work because I tried to make many memixes myself but I can't seem to make things work.. I'm lacking in the creativity department. Saying that, I've come to respect all the remixers and musicians as a whole.

[Shhteve]

I thought this mix was interesting, quite a fun change of pace for OCR. I'd like to see more Celtic music :P

[Kamikaze Noodle]

Here's Joe :D He likes remixed game music. He logs onto remix.overclocked.org to listen to some of his favorite Chrono music. He clicks on Spekkio the Brave by Spekkosaurus, expecting some overly repetitive 7 minute trance song. When the bagpipes blast through his headphones 2 things hit him: 1. A remix can be taken about as far as you're mind can stretch it. 2. Spekkios theme sounds dang good through a bagpipe.

[Dev]

Wow...didn't know what to expect downloading this song, but after hearing it several times, I must say that I truly enjoyed this. Those bagpipes are the perfect fit for Spekkio's theme. The snare drum was perfect, also. Overall, this mix was fucking brilliant, and deserves your attention.

10/10

[Viewtiful Fig]

Usually you'll find an upbeat techno remix, or a slow, calming, serene mix of a CT song. Not that there's anything wrong with that, but this stands out in the crowd of CC and CT songs in OC Remix's database. I abosultely love this song, and I usually don't listen to Celtic/Scottish music. This is amazing. Perfect for Spekkio.

10/10.

[Citizen Kabuki]

Wondrous stuff right here. The Celtic-type theme was an excellent and refreshing choice. I find myself humming along with the tune incessantly, and everything is orchestrated very well. The tuba and drums are a fun touch :) In short, I enjoy it!

[Talah_rama]

::sobs:: I can't believe it.... THIS IS BEAUTIFUL! I was in the middle of it, then it got kinda loud... Then I turned up my speakers and sobbed, it's beautiful.