ReMix: The Legend of the Mystical Ninja 'OedoPentatonic'
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- Game: The Legend of the Mystical Ninja (Konami, 1992, SNES)
- ReMixer(s): djpretzel
- Composer(s): Harumi Ueko, Kazuhiko Uehara
- Song(s): 'Oedo Town'
- Posted: 2001-01-27, evaluated by djpretzel
Legend of the Mystical Ninja had some really fun, great, cheesy pentatonic music, and this is my homage to that entire genre. The original track, OedoTown, is really great and catchy, and while this mix plays with some of the harmonics and relationships, I think the essence is there. Hope you like, though I did this one for myself first, and it was put together pretty quick (4 hours, not counting 2 hour compression trials^^)
Discussion: Latest 12 comments/reviews; view the Usually when I listen to Oedo Pentatonic, I dance in swift,
controlled, on-the-beat movements like an 8-bit sprite. Why? I'd
chalk it up to two elements: 1) the drumwork, which tastes as
sumptuous and fulfilling as a piece of roasted meat; and 2) the
slightly aggressive, non sequitur bar from the source, which
appears at 1:08-1:12 and elsewhere. Their sudden appearances in the
overall inviting mood just pump me up that way. Alternatively, I
might get the urge to flex my entire body, wave-like, in the manner
of the wobbly leads that pop up at 1:32 and after. When it's their
turn to hit notes in rapid succession, their supple nature infects
me as well.
A mix that makes me dance is a plus. One that makes me dance in two ways is unforgettable. :-D
- Polo on October 5, 2009
A mix that makes me dance is a plus. One that makes me dance in two ways is unforgettable. :-D
- Polo on October 5, 2009
So one thing I notice is that the synthesizer is a bit
overpowering. The arrangement seems rather simplistic, but some of
djp's more interesting works are also fairly simple. I do wish it
went a little longer at least though :-( .
- Bahamut on September 13, 2009
- Bahamut on September 13, 2009
If I had to describe this mix in one word it would be "safe." It
really doesn't take any chances, or push any boundaries. You could
do a lot worse than to listen to it, and there are really no
glaring flaws, but don't expect it to alter your DNA and give you a
really awesome extra appendage like a laser firing shoulder cannon.
- Master_Yoshi on December 30, 2008
- Master_Yoshi on December 30, 2008
Gotta agree with Anso about the source, it _is_ one of the best
sources ever. This is a more serious remix than Palpable's version,
which isn't as calming as this. Yes, calming.
- Rozovian on December 4, 2008
- Rozovian on December 4, 2008
Having not played the game, I can say that it definately sounds
very 'Asian Stereotypical.' Pretzel does some nice work with
different sound choices, and I enjoyed listening to the track. The
section at 1:08 and then later in the track are my favorite. The
sudden 'mean' feeling made me laugh a little.
A cute track that I enjoyed, nice work, Pretzel!
- DragonAvenger on August 19, 2008
A cute track that I enjoyed, nice work, Pretzel!
- DragonAvenger on August 19, 2008
You can't go wrong with Oedo. Ever.
One of the best sources made!
Classic pretzel when mixing a jumpy and crunchy beat with pads and some instruments that maybe shouldn't be there :D Then, enter the synths and be happy.
Nicely done here!
- Another Soundscape on December 6, 2007
One of the best sources made!
Classic pretzel when mixing a jumpy and crunchy beat with pads and some instruments that maybe shouldn't be there :D Then, enter the synths and be happy.
Nicely done here!
- Another Soundscape on December 6, 2007
Classic high frequencies from oldskool pretzel. It's a nifty little
track that doesn't disappoint. Edo has never sounded so happy. I
wish that the little interludes were led into a little more
tactfully, but the shift halfway through doesn't bother me so much.
It's at least worth a listen to those who haven't played the game.
- Chickenwarlord on December 3, 2007
- Chickenwarlord on December 3, 2007
A pretty nice mix that doesnt deviate a ton from the source, but
does a really good job of filling out the sound, and giving it a
more evocative quality that the original only hinted at. You can
really imagine yourself in a bustling little fishing town listening
to this.
While I was never very good at the game, I do have fond memories of this song, and though the remix doesn't reinvent the wheel, it does the original justice.
- OA on December 26, 2006
While I was never very good at the game, I do have fond memories of this song, and though the remix doesn't reinvent the wheel, it does the original justice.
- OA on December 26, 2006
I really like this mix a lot. Having listened to the original piece
and then hearing this makes the remix all the more wonderful.
One thing I really like about this mix is that no matter what mood your in, it's a great mix to listen to.
I just wish I had the room to set up my synth and try my hand at remixing! 8)
- Winter_Stardust on October 18, 2004
One thing I really like about this mix is that no matter what mood your in, it's a great mix to listen to.
I just wish I had the room to set up my synth and try my hand at remixing! 8)
- Winter_Stardust on October 18, 2004
I have to play this every time I quit playing the Original for
SNES. It puts a smile on my face and makes me wish I had the $ to
get myself a synthesizer and take a crack at it myself but I guess
I'll leave that to the pros :P Pretzel took what was initially a
catchy background piece and really showcased it with eastern-style
instrumentation while putting a nice flanging riff in the middle of
it. Fannnnntastic.
- SimmoMar on January 6, 2003
- SimmoMar on January 6, 2003
Loved the game, loved the music, loved this remix.
Really complex arrangement that really really really expands on the original and just all around sounds wonderful. I'd kill to hear more remixes from this game. 8O
- Beatdrop on November 24, 2002
Really complex arrangement that really really really expands on the original and just all around sounds wonderful. I'd kill to hear more remixes from this game. 8O
- Beatdrop on November 24, 2002
Legend of the Mystical Ninja 'Oedo Pentatonic'
A nice arrangement by the pretzel dude. More ultra high drums and
crunchy noises proves yet again that DJP is deaf above around 7khz. (:
- m68030 on May 30, 2002
A nice arrangement by the pretzel dude. More ultra high drums and
crunchy noises proves yet again that DJP is deaf above around 7khz. (:
- m68030 on May 30, 2002
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