ReMix: Lufia & The Fortress of Doom 'Lufia's Dream'
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- Game: Lufia & The Fortress of Doom (Taito, 1993, SNES)
- ReMixer(s): Faze
- Composer(s): Aki Zaitsu, Naomi Kuroda, Yasunori Shiono
- Song(s): 'Field Motif'
- Posted: 2002-11-03, evaluated by djpretzel
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.
Discussion: Latest 15 comments/reviews; view the Very sweet melody to work with here. Nice ambiguity between sadness
and triumph, and the instrumentation supports that too.
I didn't feel like a lot was done to the actual source, which is a little disappointing. I would have loved some expansion on the theme, but the harmonic changes were a nice consolation.
Sample wise, things sound a little high right across the board, which takes a little time to become accustomed to, and the bass and snare can get intrusive if you let that sort of thing bother you.
Overall, I think the value of this mix lies in the fact that it represents such a strong source melody. It does a decent job of updating it, doing justice to all the hooks and adding a few new ideas in there too. Could have been a bit more than it is, but what's here will do.
- Marmiduke on December 27, 2009
I didn't feel like a lot was done to the actual source, which is a little disappointing. I would have loved some expansion on the theme, but the harmonic changes were a nice consolation.
Sample wise, things sound a little high right across the board, which takes a little time to become accustomed to, and the bass and snare can get intrusive if you let that sort of thing bother you.
Overall, I think the value of this mix lies in the fact that it represents such a strong source melody. It does a decent job of updating it, doing justice to all the hooks and adding a few new ideas in there too. Could have been a bit more than it is, but what's here will do.
- Marmiduke on December 27, 2009
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
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 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
- 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
- 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
- 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: .
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- Gren-Lohart on September 10, 2003
- 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
- Jonathon Striker on September 10, 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
- 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
- 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
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
- 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
- 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
...and yes, it does sound alot like soda fizz in there... :wink:
- Faze on November 5, 2002
