ReMix: Super Mario Land 'Reel Big Mario'

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Super Mario Land

Kaijin and Jaxx team up for a ska-ish Super Marioland ReMix, named after (just a guess here, folks) the ska-ish band "Reel Big Fish". Of course, if I wish fishing, and I reeled in an Italian plumber, I'd probably through him back. Upbeat big-band sound, with rock drums, some groovy guitar, and brass covering most of the melody - I found the panning a little odd, with the brass very far right for a lead sound, but the integration of electric guitar and the very rich background work and brass presumably done by Kaijin is what's to like, as well as the slowdown-ending starting at 1'23" which has a very clean sound - I could have listened to an extended version of the ending for awhile longer, actually. Interesting and original stuff - the source material lends itself well to the style, and Kaijin & Jaxx take full advantage of this.

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Discussion: Latest 15 comments/reviews; view the complete thread or post your own.
we NEED more super mario land remixes.
seriously, i'm surprised there isn't more of them already.

- goombapatrol on January 23, 2009
The pads in the background make it sound a little muddy and the brass might not be the most realistic, but otherwise this is a great track that still holds up today. Reel big thumbs up!

- Dhsu on November 10, 2008
I'm a fan of the ska sound; not something I'd usually associate with Super Mario Land. It's upbeat, cheery, and I love it for that. The only thing that I don't like is how short it is, and that it kind of makes me think it's supposed to keep going after the ending.

- eric22222 on May 13, 2008
Catchy and fun, it definitely has a less-than-pristine live sound to it. Just a bit too much reverb, though it does help to mask the fakey brass a little.
The panning is effective and helps it from being complete mush sonically.
The drum partwriting and the guitar is where this mix shines though, as they are both very energetic and varied. Nice clean tone on the guitar as well.
I'm super disappointed in the "ending" though. You guys just get tired of the song or what? :/
Overall fun and a pretty classic older OCR track.

- OA on April 22, 2008
Oooh I love listening to this song from time to time! What we have here is a short, peppy, extremely "HAPPY" piece! If you need a little spark to put more spring into your step, turn on this song!
I really wish the actual BGM for Super Mario Land could've been this one... but unfortunatly... the Game Boy isn't the most... hmmm... "potent" device for music...
I'd love to see another remix done for the more oriental BGM that you hear later in the game because it's also a great song.
The only possible complaint I could bring up about this remix is just how short it is... it's so peppy... but it's gone so fast.
Definitely a good remix right here. It's well worth a listen.

- Pink on September 27, 2006
This really isn't very similar to RBF at all. Still good, but it's barely ska.

- chthonic on February 5, 2006
Mario, Reel Big Fish style? What more could you want? I love it! Makes me want to find my SML cart. Made an awesome remix and brought back memories of a good game at the same time. Thanks!
I think you'll all agree when I say, we hate it when Bowser becomes successful!

- Keiseth on January 25, 2006
This mix is really great. It's a lot better than I imagined it would be when it was downloading. Lively, punky, down right awesomey.
Great job guys.

- FretFull on January 20, 2006
I haven't heard much from Reel Big Fish nor know too much about them, but it doesn't matter cuz I still love this mix! It's so uplifting with that upbeat brass and guitar. I get the perfect picture of flying through the sky on a beautiful sunny day with the summer breeze, and even if it's cloudy, this uplifting mix will clear the sky and there will be nothing but blue up above! Haha, that's me and my wild imagination, but what can I do? This mix just picks me up when I'm down! It's a must-have for everybody!

- lady zelda on January 16, 2006
i actually like the sml theme more than the others after hearing this :)

- Alianger on August 11, 2005
DUDE, YOU KICKASS!!!!! Reel Big Fish has got to be one of my Top 5 favorite bands of ALL TIME, and you've COMPLETELY captured thier style and essance!! :P BRAVO BRAVO!! I LOVE this mix, it pwns me! LOL

- Vash the Stampede on May 8, 2004
Is anyone else reminded of the opening theme of Rurouni Kenshin (played at hyper-speed) when they listen to this mix (specifically around 0:29)?
A little bit of a surprise ending on this one. I kinda didn't expect it to be over when it did - I had to check to make sure my WinAmp didn't crash. Fun and energetic. A little repetitive, but amusing.

- SirLouie on April 7, 2004
this is a good remix

- darren42 on February 3, 2004
This mix rocks. Fast pace and such. 10/10.

- bouncerboy15 on February 3, 2004
This is definitely one of my favourites. I'd love to know how this was assembled.
I'm gonna have to give this a [b]9/10[/b]

- Thornless Rose on February 2, 2004

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