ReMix: Metroid 'efsisos featuring Samus Aran'
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Don't be expecting techno or breakbeat here . . . this is a cool, moody, instrumental ReMix of a Metroid theme . . . nice processing, and a suspenseful feel make this a song to listen to in the dark whilst thinking of exploring deep, dark caves, shooting creepy-crawlies, and wondering if you'll finish the game in time to see Samus in her underwear . . . errr . . . scratch that last bit. Just listen & see!
Discussion: Latest 14 comments/reviews; view the This is definitely an OCR classic. One of the first few I ever
listened to and one of the best, imo. Download it.
- J3 on December 2, 2008
- J3 on December 2, 2008
A lot of the samples are dated-sounding, but the arrangement is
really nice. The expansion on the original track progresses very
naturally and the changes in textures affect the mood very
well.
I always seem to be saying how surprised I am that a Metroid mix sounds good, since I'm not much of a fan of the source, but it seems that the mixers who tackle the soundtrack almost always do a good job. Maybe there is more to the Metroid soundtracks than I originally thought.
I think this one is good enough and has been around long enough to be called a classic OCR track. Check it out guys,
- OA on January 9, 2008
I always seem to be saying how surprised I am that a Metroid mix sounds good, since I'm not much of a fan of the source, but it seems that the mixers who tackle the soundtrack almost always do a good job. Maybe there is more to the Metroid soundtracks than I originally thought.
I think this one is good enough and has been around long enough to be called a classic OCR track. Check it out guys,
- OA on January 9, 2008
OverCoat wrote: Why does this thread only have 8 replies anyway? This is one of the best Metroid mixes on the site by far, and it's quite old to boot.
I completely agree. When I heard this, I thought it was one of the newer OCRs I hadn't quite gotten around to adding to my playlist until now. Then I saw it was from 02. After listening to many orchestral versions of Metroid themes, the instruments sound a tad fake, but it isn't a huge distraction. Overall very good.
- LinearX on May 17, 2006
Why does this thread only have 8 replies anyway? This is one of the
best Metroid mixes on the site by far, and it's quite old to boot.
- OverCoat on November 10, 2005
- OverCoat on November 10, 2005
theredkatana wrote: Very well done. Instead of having the crud that they call music in the recent Metroid Prime games, they should have real melodies like this. This song reminds me of a Metroid of better times.
Bahaha. better not let Darke hear that.
- myf on November 10, 2005
Very well done. Instead of having the crud that they call music in
the recent Metroid Prime games, they should have real melodies like
this. This song reminds me of a Metroid of better times.
- theredkatana on November 10, 2005
- theredkatana on November 10, 2005
Starts out great, well orchestrated and moving.
Good piano and strings sounds.
I liked the interplay that efsisos created between the title screen theme and the Brinstar theme, but it didn't really go much farther than a hint, which was disappointing.
- ESHbyESH on December 15, 2003
Good piano and strings sounds.
I liked the interplay that efsisos created between the title screen theme and the Brinstar theme, but it didn't really go much farther than a hint, which was disappointing.
- ESHbyESH on December 15, 2003
PlatformerMastah wrote: The tune is a tiny bit off, but other than that, it's GREAT!
its called creativity. thats what makes it a good mix. anyone can rip midi.
there are a lot ofthings i like about this mix. the mood is good, the chord interpretation is fantastic. howver i think that with a little work this mix could be twice as good as it is. the patches leave something to be desired, especially the harmony guitar. also, i think it doesnt build up enough. in my mind, i hear this song going into a heavy rockin' crunchy guitar driven refrain. (i'm sure many of you noticed that everything i hear in my mind tends to go into a guitar-related something.) i think this mix is very good, but i think it has potential that was not tapped.
- Vig on April 16, 2003
Song is pefect in my opinion. Sounds just right and gives a nice
beat.
- Killer_Man_ on January 11, 2003
- Killer_Man_ on January 11, 2003
The tune is a tiny bit off, but other than that, it's GREAT! Once
the beat kicks in, the remix is truly amazing.
- PlatformerMastah on August 15, 2002
- PlatformerMastah on August 15, 2002
Almost a too optimistic interpretation of a very dark theme, but
still a good solid nice sounding mix. Progresses nicely, and ends
in a nice fashion, too. Overall, a very well arranged, quality
remix that covers the Metroid title theme well...(how many times
must I re-iterate myself to get the point across! Dowload
it...nnnn...whenever you feel like...but get ready to hear some
quality mix-age when you do.)
- Adhesive_Boy on July 29, 2002
- Adhesive_Boy on July 29, 2002
This song is perfect! I can't say enough good things about it! I've
listened to ever Metroid/MetroidII/Super Metroid song on this site
and would have to say this is tied for first place for the absolute
best. While EFSISIOS keeps the original melody from the Metroid
theme, he builds up original chords beneath it, and the result is a
very smooth sounding tune. The solo piano in the foreground and
swelling strings in the background evoke a haunting and mellow
mood, but there is an underlying feeling of power that you can
sense when you hear the occasional echo of an electric guitar. I
can't get over how clever the chord sequences are. Well done, to
say the least!
I agree with Joe; the timing on the percussion is excellent and well-executed. It helps add to the mood, it's pleasant not to hear overbearing percussion in a remix for once. ;)
Overall: very melodic, by all means true to the general mood of Metroid, brilliantly done remix.
Personal Rating: 10/10! I can't find a single fault with it! Highly recommended... the cream of the crop when it comes to Metroid music remixes! :)
- Samus Aran on June 26, 2002
I agree with Joe; the timing on the percussion is excellent and well-executed. It helps add to the mood, it's pleasant not to hear overbearing percussion in a remix for once. ;)
Overall: very melodic, by all means true to the general mood of Metroid, brilliantly done remix.
Personal Rating: 10/10! I can't find a single fault with it! Highly recommended... the cream of the crop when it comes to Metroid music remixes! :)
- Samus Aran on June 26, 2002
Metroid 'efsisos featuring Samus Aran'
Nice and spooky. Starts out without percussion and it gives you a smooth and well laid out melody. The percussion comes in at just the right time and really adds to the mix. I can only imagine a GameCube version of Metroid with this theme in there. We'll see how the GC version sounds but if it is as good as this then it will be a hit. Highly recommended!
- Joe Redifer on May 11, 2002
Nice and spooky. Starts out without percussion and it gives you a smooth and well laid out melody. The percussion comes in at just the right time and really adds to the mix. I can only imagine a GameCube version of Metroid with this theme in there. We'll see how the GC version sounds but if it is as good as this then it will be a hit. Highly recommended!
- Joe Redifer on May 11, 2002
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