ReMix: Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty 'Metal Gear May Cry (Remastered)'
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- Game: Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty (Konami, 2001, PS2)
- ReMixer(s): Jared Hudson
- Composer(s): Harry Gregson-Williams, Norihiko Hibino, Rika Muranaka, Tappy Iwase
- Song(s): ''Metal Gear Solid' Main Theme'
- Posted: 2002-06-28, evaluated by djpretzel
Chances are, you may have heard this MGS2 / Devil May Cry hybrid arrangement with cinematic and gothic overtones by Mr. Hudson before - it's been on the net for quite awhile. Given it was already so famous, me and Jared both decided it would be cool if, for its debut on OCR, he remastered it a bit, tweaked a few things here and there, etc. Just to add a little bonus to those already intimately familiar :) In typical Jared Hudson style, this is a very strong piece with prominent percussion, great dynamics, lush arrangement, and a flair for the melodramatic. Jared loves those swells and power chords, and I for one don't hold it against him, as long as they're done like they are here - well. I have always been and will always be partial to Konami's Metal Gear Solid games - they really started something with the original, the follow-up being more an evolution than a revolution but still making all the right improvements. My type of game, and the score to MGS2 by Gregson-Williams is indeed film-quality - better, in fact, that some of John Williams' recent stuff. The type of soundtrack that would give the competing Oscar nominations for best score a run for their money (though last year LotR won and deserved it a thousand times over) Jared mixes and matches the gothic elements of the Devil May Cry soundtrack, which I'm less familiar with, into a two-segment piece that's almost transparent in its blending. Very suspenseful, epic, and well-constructed - as most good film music does, this arrangement tells a story in its clear progression, rises, and falls, and conjures rich visual images. Give it a listen, even if you've heard a version before, and a review, even if you've reviewed it before. Great stuff, highly recommended.
Discussion: Latest 15 comments/reviews; view the I see the last boss fight with this song, Metal Gear VS Snake (all
beated, ready to give the last hit ) in a old temple, the morning
sun giving its first beams through the holes of the old building ,
remembering them that this is a new day, and snake saying: this is
over... *BANG!*
just epic
- shadowg3 on December 20, 2009
just epic
- shadowg3 on December 20, 2009
This progresses nicely, it's a very moving, paced remix that,
unfortunately, takes a lot of time to get to the actual source. I
can't tell if you're actually remixing DMC music or just taking
inspiration from the soundtrack since nothing is listed on the
database other than the MGS theme, but as a standalone song I'm not
bothered by the long intro.
Really impressive use of some lesser-used orchestral instruments such as the choir and organ, it helps to set it apart from all the other orchestral songs on the site that I've kind of grown tired of. The delayed piano sample seems kind of cliched at this point but I won't hold it against this mix. Honestly, I didn't even realize this was a pre-OCR01000 song, the production sounds great even by today's standards. This is the kind of gem I love hearing as I sift through some of the earlier songs on the site!
Really fantastic work that holds up completely by today's standards. I'll be keeping this one!
- Emunator on December 19, 2009
Really impressive use of some lesser-used orchestral instruments such as the choir and organ, it helps to set it apart from all the other orchestral songs on the site that I've kind of grown tired of. The delayed piano sample seems kind of cliched at this point but I won't hold it against this mix. Honestly, I didn't even realize this was a pre-OCR01000 song, the production sounds great even by today's standards. This is the kind of gem I love hearing as I sift through some of the earlier songs on the site!
Really fantastic work that holds up completely by today's standards. I'll be keeping this one!
- Emunator on December 19, 2009
While 2:51 is the official start of the [i]MGS2[/i] source, the
extended intro is like a spiritual warmup for a holy army. First, a
church bell and choir reminiscent of the [i]DMC[/i] soundtrack
provide an angelic hook. Second, the twinkly piano and symphonic
organ put minds in motion by inviting listeners to follow their
rapid notes. Finally, the drumwork, accompanied by select quips of
a military snare, seem to put bodies in motion for a set of
calisthenics. Then there's a few breaks for the followers to say
their prayers or give to charity or what have you.
And to our lord Metal Gear, amen.
- OCR 690:5:30
- Polo on December 9, 2009
And to our lord Metal Gear, amen.
- OCR 690:5:30
- Polo on December 9, 2009
If the Phantom of the Opera conducted a philharmonic orchestra, I
would imagine it'd be something like this. Sweeping, dramatic,
haunting, cinematic, Gothic, emotion-filled, a treat to listen to.
This is a anthem with a sense of purpose. My goodness, how I would
love to see this performed live....
Admittedly I can't really find any fault with it; it's amazing, wonderful, awesome, and should belong in everyone's OCR playlist.
- 42 on December 4, 2009
Admittedly I can't really find any fault with it; it's amazing, wonderful, awesome, and should belong in everyone's OCR playlist.
- 42 on December 4, 2009
makes me want to pick up a greatsword and save someone, evokes that
strong of emotion/adrenaline/focus rush
- paladin777 on January 16, 2007
- paladin777 on January 16, 2007
Well, have been long time since last time i visited this webpage
and is still working, oh, great!
I dont know why now i put my insight about this remix but i remember download it through AudioGalaxy (time time ago) where the title of the artist was "John Williams". Understand me. A John Williams score about MGSolid should be a must it. And I believed it when I finished of download it.
Later through this site i discovered the fake and that was a "Jared Hudson" who made it. And i'm still gotting the same opinion as if Williams made it. Simply marvelous.
This is, without any kind of doubt, one of my Top 5 of the remixes of this site and also one of my favourite score it that wasn't a remix.
Since that, i downloaded all Hudson stuff. Is worthy it.
- Zadko on November 10, 2006
I dont know why now i put my insight about this remix but i remember download it through AudioGalaxy (time time ago) where the title of the artist was "John Williams". Understand me. A John Williams score about MGSolid should be a must it. And I believed it when I finished of download it.
Later through this site i discovered the fake and that was a "Jared Hudson" who made it. And i'm still gotting the same opinion as if Williams made it. Simply marvelous.
This is, without any kind of doubt, one of my Top 5 of the remixes of this site and also one of my favourite score it that wasn't a remix.
Since that, i downloaded all Hudson stuff. Is worthy it.
- Zadko on November 10, 2006
OK, so where do I start ?
With the breathtaking, awe-inspiring church oragan opening, crushing in its feeling of hopelessness and unescapable fate ?
Or maybe the "get your act together" crescendo that ensues with the picking up of the pace, the entry of the piano voice and the beginning of the percussion line ?
There's also the continuous rise and fall of morale the piece inspires, as though Jared would enjoy toying with our emotions, impressively well done...
Or the "divine enlightenment" feel at 2:10 that just makes you wanna throw your optical camouflage in the gutter and take on the world with your bare hands...
And who could neglect the majesty of the discovery of the MGS theme at 2:52, which absolutely floored each and every person I sat down and forced to listen to this masterpiece (whether they know MGS or not), an allegory of splendour...
You guys decide, I'll just say one last thing : ladies and gents, Jared Hudson, everyone remember the name. It'll one day be up there, right between John Williams, Hans Zimmer, Danny Elfman and the whole gang...
Keep up the good work and good luck with everything and everything you undertake !
- Darth Mamdouh on May 14, 2006
With the breathtaking, awe-inspiring church oragan opening, crushing in its feeling of hopelessness and unescapable fate ?
Or maybe the "get your act together" crescendo that ensues with the picking up of the pace, the entry of the piano voice and the beginning of the percussion line ?
There's also the continuous rise and fall of morale the piece inspires, as though Jared would enjoy toying with our emotions, impressively well done...
Or the "divine enlightenment" feel at 2:10 that just makes you wanna throw your optical camouflage in the gutter and take on the world with your bare hands...
And who could neglect the majesty of the discovery of the MGS theme at 2:52, which absolutely floored each and every person I sat down and forced to listen to this masterpiece (whether they know MGS or not), an allegory of splendour...
You guys decide, I'll just say one last thing : ladies and gents, Jared Hudson, everyone remember the name. It'll one day be up there, right between John Williams, Hans Zimmer, Danny Elfman and the whole gang...
Keep up the good work and good luck with everything and everything you undertake !
- Darth Mamdouh on May 14, 2006
Without a doubt this is one of the best remixes to have passed
through my ears. It is extremely well done, and is easily one of my
favourite (if not absolute favourite) remixes on this site. Jared
definitely deserves some huge props for this remix.
I'll be honest though, I actually have something admit in this post. One of my recent hobbies is to take clips from TV shows (specifically sci-fi shows) and re-edit them into a music video. For some time, I had been looking for a song that would be great for my next video (which will consist of clips from Stargate: Atlantis). When I heard Jared's Metal Gear May Cry (Remastered), it was like a hundred light bulbs turning on in my head. Not only was this song great for my video, it was PERFECT! So after much effort, I want to show you guys the video that I made, but first let me mention three things:
1. Jared Hudson, of course, gets full credit for the music in this video.
2. This video does contain [u][b]spoilers[/b][/u] to those who have not seen Stargate: Atlantis season 2, so heads up.
3. When you play this music video, be sure to turn up the volume and bass for full enjoyment!
Here it is:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGltpA7QKVU
Again, my hat goes off to you Jared. Fantastic work! And if you see this video, I hope you enjoy it!
- Fizziks on May 8, 2006
I'll be honest though, I actually have something admit in this post. One of my recent hobbies is to take clips from TV shows (specifically sci-fi shows) and re-edit them into a music video. For some time, I had been looking for a song that would be great for my next video (which will consist of clips from Stargate: Atlantis). When I heard Jared's Metal Gear May Cry (Remastered), it was like a hundred light bulbs turning on in my head. Not only was this song great for my video, it was PERFECT! So after much effort, I want to show you guys the video that I made, but first let me mention three things:
1. Jared Hudson, of course, gets full credit for the music in this video.
2. This video does contain [u][b]spoilers[/b][/u] to those who have not seen Stargate: Atlantis season 2, so heads up.
3. When you play this music video, be sure to turn up the volume and bass for full enjoyment!
Here it is:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGltpA7QKVU
Again, my hat goes off to you Jared. Fantastic work! And if you see this video, I hope you enjoy it!
- Fizziks on May 8, 2006
Metal Gear themes just shouldnt be messed with unless done
proparly... This one got close (closer then most) yet stil failed
due to the fealing of empytness you got when you listened to it...
- Blitz-Ace on March 21, 2006
- Blitz-Ace on March 21, 2006
The first time I listened to this song, I actually hated it. I was
looking for the MGS2 soundtrack, and found this song at some random
website. I d/led it, played it, and said that it could never
compare to the original. I almost deleted it.
Then, a few days later, I played it again. I still said I hated it. But I played it again.
By that night I'd listened to it for at least two hours straight. :P
My hat's off to you, Jared Hudson. 5/5, easily my favorite ReMix on the site.
- zyxomma100 on March 6, 2006
Then, a few days later, I played it again. I still said I hated it. But I played it again.
By that night I'd listened to it for at least two hours straight. :P
My hat's off to you, Jared Hudson. 5/5, easily my favorite ReMix on the site.
- zyxomma100 on March 6, 2006
it's a decent mix, no way near my favs though.
It's alright, it's solid and consistent, it's got flow and isn't totally crapping random out everywhere, which is a +
but it doesn't cut it for me. I prefer the original MGS2 theme to this, but it's still ok I guess.
well the way I see it the only thing I actually liked was the MGS2 theme, but then again since this is a remix based off the MGS2 theme anyway then I can't say much about the rest of the remix. (considering the fact that the only part in this mix that I like was straight from the MGS2 theme itself)
not to diss, I'm just saying that's all.
Keep up the work though
And P.S. To [b]ALL[/b] the people saying "Yeah good tune. And I haven't even played the Game. and I DONT CARE YAY!" I can't believe this! It's [b]METAL GEAR SOLID[/b] ffs!! You're missing out on the best of the best games.... ever. Especially MGS 1-2, cream of the crop.
I suggest you play these 2 definite, and maybe try MGS3 afterwards. (MGS3 doesn't compare much to MGS1 and 2 IMO - but MGS4 looks neat. I hope it lives up to the first 2 gems)
- I_Love_OC_ReMixes on February 11, 2006
It's alright, it's solid and consistent, it's got flow and isn't totally crapping random out everywhere, which is a +
but it doesn't cut it for me. I prefer the original MGS2 theme to this, but it's still ok I guess.
well the way I see it the only thing I actually liked was the MGS2 theme, but then again since this is a remix based off the MGS2 theme anyway then I can't say much about the rest of the remix. (considering the fact that the only part in this mix that I like was straight from the MGS2 theme itself)
not to diss, I'm just saying that's all.
Keep up the work though
And P.S. To [b]ALL[/b] the people saying "Yeah good tune. And I haven't even played the Game. and I DONT CARE YAY!" I can't believe this! It's [b]METAL GEAR SOLID[/b] ffs!! You're missing out on the best of the best games.... ever. Especially MGS 1-2, cream of the crop.
I suggest you play these 2 definite, and maybe try MGS3 afterwards. (MGS3 doesn't compare much to MGS1 and 2 IMO - but MGS4 looks neat. I hope it lives up to the first 2 gems)
- I_Love_OC_ReMixes on February 11, 2006
Absolutely love the choir segments, it really makes the music sound
like from some epic movie. Also, I love the sense of a story with a
grim start and having it grow into a sense of rising hope and
finally peace. I definately look forward for more of the same ^^
- Sorcerer Lance on February 11, 2006
- Sorcerer Lance on February 11, 2006
Prepare for gushing.
omghiJaredyouaresoawesomeIloveyouwithmouth.
lolkthxbye.
Now, in all seriousness. This is a damn superb track. I have NO familiarity with the source material whatsoever. AND I DON'T CARE! It's that good.
There are segments when the trumpets take the lead, choir backing directly, and it sounds truly inspirational. Inspirational meaning take-on-the-whole-world-and-win inspirational.
Easy 7 (>85%) for you Jared, you musical fucking genius you.
- BlueMage on November 11, 2005
omghiJaredyouaresoawesomeIloveyouwithmouth.
lolkthxbye.
Now, in all seriousness. This is a damn superb track. I have NO familiarity with the source material whatsoever. AND I DON'T CARE! It's that good.
There are segments when the trumpets take the lead, choir backing directly, and it sounds truly inspirational. Inspirational meaning take-on-the-whole-world-and-win inspirational.
Easy 7 (>85%) for you Jared, you musical fucking genius you.
- BlueMage on November 11, 2005
This Is 1 Of my Personal Favorites of ocremixs. who hasn't ever
wanted to hear the 2 best games ever in a music file like this. i
say give this man a medal
- Nightmare_104 on October 4, 2005
- Nightmare_104 on October 4, 2005
