ReMix: Lufia & The Fortress of Doom 'Lufia's Dream'

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Lufia & The Fortress of Doom

Wow - this was really unexpected. A great non-Squaresoft RPG ballad arrangement that's polished, has interesting electronic textures to compliment the more acoustic drums and piano, and even takes the time to incorporate some phasing and effects. Damn. Yeah, I'm liking this quite a bit - the different instruments and elements are panned very intelligently to break up any potential sonic monotony, there's fantastic gated synth pads, pizzicato strings, warmer string pads, the piano patch used is decent and well-imaged - it's on the level. The percussion is dramatic - not just standard ballad fare but actually doing some neat breaks and transitions. Newcomer Faze has much to be proud of, as this shares many of the better qualities of pieces from artists like Kaijin and above all just feels very complete - the melody is explored thoroughly and the arrangement does not feel rushed or wanting, down to the percussive punctuation on the ending as it fades away. Melancholy and romantic, this is emotive stuff that makes for a killer first-mix. Highly recommended.

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Discussion: Latest 15 comments/reviews; view the complete thread or post your own.
That snare has way too much high end for the volume that it's presented at, and for the general mood of the song. Everything is saying laid back, but that snare makes me flinch every time. The sound itself is fine, it just should have come way down.
The arrangement plays it pretty safe, but there is some unique piano comping and some cool pad ideas that are introduced, further enhancing the theme. The very subtly flanged hihats are a cool detail that doesn't initially come across, but adds some depth to the track.
The Lufia series had some great music, so it's nice to see a bit of attention to a good theme. :-)

- OA on March 25, 2008
Depending on the type of person you are, this song could appeal to you in one or two ways. First, it's relaxing and enjoyable to listen to after a day of work. Secondly, it has some emotional depth that some are bound to like.
I mostly like it for it's relaxation-tape esque qualities.

- [blunai] on June 20, 2005
I won't say this mix is as moving as, say, Zeal Love, because quite honestly, it's not. But damned if it doesn't come close. It has a very peaceful feel to it, but also a melencholy one. If I were to make an AMV using this song, it'd show lovers being seperated and eventually reunited. That's the sort of feeling I get from this mix.

- BlueMage on February 23, 2005
Both of Faze's mixes are simply fantastic.. It's a shame he hasn't done more! Like a boat on an ocean this one, so peaceful and lovely arrangement.

- Dr. Wily on November 15, 2004
This song can cut into your soul. It represents everything that is beautiful and peaceful. Excelent work.

- Wolf Tooth on January 26, 2004
Can it be??? YYEESS! It is and if you don't dl this you will die a sad man/women because you missed out on the super beautiful song of goodness.! ......ahhh 2:36-3:21......so beautiful :cry: . [img]http://www.geocities.com/shido_lohart/OCRremixedlogo.txt[/img]

- Gren-Lohart on September 10, 2003
Its one of those songs that you can just sit down after a long hard day of work and feel calm and peaceful. Hey, that sounds like an idea. maybe I should try that. I like that its calm and peaceful, but not a lullaby to put me to sleep. thats real cool. 9/10

- Jonathon Striker on September 10, 2003
Man Faze you rock.

- Blake on September 5, 2003
I love your work alot, its one of those pieces I will always remember. Thank you for making such a wonderful song.

- Toneyhai on May 14, 2003
at first I thought it was going to be one of those pansy faust songs until of course it started up and wow...its sounds great not like one of those stupid songs...keep it up

- Dark Heart on February 28, 2003
Very nice man. I really like it. Keep up the good work. Nice Hip Hopish flavor to it. Piano is perfect. Kinda matches the Lufia piano that was always heard. Once again nice.
Romeo

- Romeos Protege on November 5, 2002
Good.....very good.....with its pusedo industrial drums and slow tempo,this is one of the best remixes.Two thumbs up....way up.Romantic atmosphere,while sometimes sappy,is well crafted in this song.Drums and other precusion,underscore the piano,(which is very good by the way)and brings it all together in one hell-of-a song.Smooth...very smooth. 8)

- Icct Hedrix on November 5, 2002
Wow. Excellent work. I REALLY want to hear more Lufia remixes, this game is highly overlooked when it comes to them, and that bothers me. The Lufia series is very well done as far as music, so even if you dislike the game, at least give the musical scores a chance. :wink:

- Shhteve on November 5, 2002
Thanks everyone for the praise! I've been more than inspired to submit more songs.
...and yes, it does sound alot like soda fizz in there... :wink:

- Faze on November 5, 2002
Loverly. Just bloody loverly.
My hats off to you, sir.
:D

- []*[]Glenn on November 5, 2002

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