ReMix: Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest 'Brambles in the Breeze'

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Wow - helluva first submission from Protricity, who according to the ID3 tag used ModPlug and Cooledit to make this great laid-back techno-groove ReMix from DKC2. This is very high-quality stuff, with excellent sounds throughout, expert use of Cooledit to enhance certain bits with effects that go beyond reverb and delay into ring modulation, distortion, phasing, etc. Mixing loops and percussion with a beautifully played piano line, synth / string pads, a remarkable osc-sync synth lead, and synth nuances throughout, this mix breathes with tremendous fluidity and flows very smoothly. It's not so ornate that you can't listen to it as background music, but it's also really intelligently put together and worth focusing intently on as well. I'd even go so far as to say that I and others have things to learn from this ReMix. Must-have, to be sure. Of course, the original track is also amazing, but Protricity's treatment accentuates all the best bits and he made good calls on mixing decisions across the board. Great to see so many top-notch first-time submissions!

― djpretzel

Discussion: Latest 15 comments/reviews; view the complete thread or post your own.
I still think Prot should've finished remixing the soundtrack.
That said, this is a great take on the source, one that keeps the vibe of natural beauty and takes it to a whole new level. Beautiful work here! :3

- Mirby on December 25, 2011
This is a great remix to the more actiony (in my opinion) Stickerbrush Symphony. Very easy listening that still gives you that nostalgic feeling of "They need to recreate these games or remake the old consoles again". Ha. Great work!

- Codamadius on December 3, 2011
This is a classic track. Nice use of modulation on the synth elements. I also like how the drums were treated with effects that give that lo-fi sound. 2:50 was a great buildup. The original melodies here in the piano solo work very well in complimenting the original.

- SubNormal J3 on February 27, 2011
Still my favorite remix of all time.

- Artificial SUN on July 2, 2010
Though it is structurally very similar to the original, but there is a good deal of personalization with some new beats and backing instruments.
Overall one that has held up pretty well over the years due to a strong source and a cool production style.

- OA on April 29, 2010
I Can't Get This Out of My Head! - 5/5
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Stickerbrush Symphony is my favorite song of the 16-bit era. Literally I can't overstate how awesome the source material is and you should check it out. The original has a very distant feel to it, yet also endows the listener with hope. Simply a brilliant piece by Dave Wise.
Now I tip my hat to Protricity because he somehow managed to keep that same feel and bring it up to the modern day. This remix has aged very well and remains one of my favorite on the site, give it a listen!

- SChepulis on March 5, 2010
Ohhhhhh yeahhhhhh........now this is chill. The Mix is so soothing a relaxing, and the source is woven in beautifully. Protricity made a heck of an impression with his first ReMix and it's no surprise that this was only the first of many. Keep rocking.

- Crulex on February 18, 2010
This is an odd bump, but whatever - it must be said.

This is a magnificent mix. A ready favourite for wandering to school on cold winter days...Lotsa good times on this one. There's nothing really to complain about or even say - just let its majesty unfurl on you. You'll love it - downbeat-ish with a solid, solid core.

Definitely recommended.

- Sir_Snooze on February 5, 2010
Relaxing. Rather simple, but suited for an easy listening pleasure.

- Pachi Risu on November 17, 2009
Rather than raving like a loon like I've done many times before, I'll grant this mix the dignity of just keeping it simple.
A perfectly executed mix and without a doubt one of the best 10 mixes on the entire site.
I shouldn't have to explain why.

- Marmiduke on August 27, 2009
Very ambient, nice job Prot.

- Sir_Downunder on May 26, 2009
A very cool mix, very flowing. Well done.

- Lucentas on December 6, 2008
Wow! This song is so catchy! I loved the song in the game, and this is easily as good, if not better! Really good.

- Lemon on July 20, 2008
I honestly love this piece. Something about it that is just so nostalgic and kinda brings back memories of me struggling on this game when I was younger. :banghead:
Excellent Job!

- Jamonte on May 18, 2008
AWESOMES song!!!!! This remix is just better than the original (both in GBA version and Snes version) though the original song Stickerbrush Symphony is the greatest song in DKC 2 :)
Any way, most of Protricity songs are excellent :lol:

- Iridi on June 7, 2007