ReMix: Mega Man 3 'The Passing of the Blue Crown'

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Juan writes:

"This is a resub. I had submitted the first remix without actually listening to the source. Yes, I'm an idiot. This time, I added some more source material and added a softer section to the song with some piano and a violin (programmed by me) and added a nice improvised piano section to the end of the song courtesy of Mr. Zircon. I also recorded the bass guitar and drums (Roland E-Drums with DFH Superior drum samples) live, though the drums did require a little bit of quantizing. This is all, of course, thanks to Steppo's original arrangement. God, I hope this one makes it..."

Awesome job of slowing down the intro theme into a rock anthem with signature Sixto guitars, flowing piano (violin's a classy touch here, too), and most excellent drummage. Sounds like the right tools were used - electronic drum pads for an excellent live input interface, triggering DFH Superior samples, some of the best out there. It's great work by everyone involved; sounds like the original arrangement was Steppo's, Juan came in for the epic rock guitar treatment, and Andy finished up with the piano bits. Mr. Aversa writes:

"I followed this mix since its inception, and really liked the arrangement concept even before Sixto got involved and gave it the full-on rock overhaul. From the guitar and drum tones to the "wall of sound" production, this mix really reminds me of Linkin Park; and hey, even if you hate 'em, you can't knock their meticulous execution.

I was very happy to contribute even a little bit to this in the form of a piano part which was, in turn, inspired by the warm piano sounds that LP uses. Fun fact: Juan had me adding some sweeping strings too before the choruses, but after I wrote them and sent the WAVs in, it turned out that they were a little *too* epic for this one."

Not a Linkin Park fan, myself... for one, they've gotta have one of the worst band names ever, right up there with Hoobastank... but I don't wanna piss off the LP fans out there, so I'll just say that while I'm not one, I can still respect both skills & production, and I certainly am digging this joint. Nice title too; appropriately dramatic. In essence, not much to complain about: 2007 was a great year for Sixto collabs, and it seems like he's deadset on making 2008 just as grand. Good work from Steppo on a VERY solid, original arrangement, as well: while people might see the names Sixto and zircon and assume this was mostly them, the initial core idea came from Steppo, for whom this is a debut mix on OCR. While the initial version was rejected, this revision is the hotness, and he set the ball rolling in the first place, so massive props there. Definitely a stylish way to make one's debut, with a couple assists from some talented vets!

― djpretzel

Discussion: Latest 15 comments/reviews; view the complete thread or post your own.
Well, I sprained my neck listening to the heavier parts... So this can't be all bad. ;-)
This is one of the best songs to ever grace this beautiful site.

- LostChronos on October 13, 2009
This is such a bad ass throw down remix, it makes me wanna just start rocking the **** out! Great job!

- RchUncleSkeleton on August 26, 2009
I really love this remix. I have in my youth gone thorugh almost all of the Mega Man games and this intro has been my favourite music part of the series (and indeed one of my favourite pieces of music from games). I think that over the years I have listened to most of the arrangments and remixes the webb has to offer but this wonderfull colaboration sets a whole new standard. It is always great to hear a good track being remixed properly but when, like here, the soul is kept intact and ascends to a new higher plane it´s just... monstrously awesome!

This ladies and gentlemen is how a remix should be performed!

Thank you for a great remix :)

- Zenathar on August 6, 2009
This was awesome. When it's done correctly and it fits, slowing a song down a good bit could really change the mood of the whole tune. That's what happened here. It seemed more like a journey coming to a close instead of the intro that was intended in the original, and I suppose that idea goes along with the title really well. Very dramatic. The guitar work and percussion are both excellent. The softer piano and violin give this a nice contrast that isn't too harsh and gives the song a nice flow. The piano improv at the end, though short, was an especially nice touch to break up the repeated segments as the song faded out.

Speaking of which, I listened to the original, and I could tell that it could open the door to being too repetitive since it's a song that moved like this (ABBB...). A good many game titles move like that. Luckily, with everything mentioned above, you kept it very interesting for me. Very well done.

- Jae on June 5, 2009
I mean it! I'm not even familiar with Mega Man, but when I saw the dramatic title on the latest ReMixes list, I thought I would have a listen...
Not a waste of time, but in fact the complete opposite. I love this ReMix, and it will always be one of my favorites, alongside Sonic 1: Metamorphic Rock, and other metal mixes >:D
Yes, I'm a metalhead :o

- Constromlie on May 29, 2009
I just put my computer on shuffel and this mix came on.

it's been one of my favs since it came out, and really it's awesome.. the guitar riffs are insanely well done, but I have to say that my favorite part of this mix is the subito dynamic changes down to the piano interludes. awesome mix. well done guys

- Venus Lighthouse on April 10, 2009
Its too good to be true, the guitar work is awesome and amazing.

- metalsnakejuice on April 10, 2009
One of my favorite Mega Man tracks... There's a tremendous amount of energy here--y'all did an amazing job. Though you know it's going to turn out impressive if Sixto and zircon are working together on something. KF

- Kizyr on April 9, 2009
8-O This is just epic! There's definitely an LP feel on this and production on this is second to none! Great work, guys!

- Sir_Downunder on April 6, 2009
I did an AMV of World of Warcraft based on this amazing remix.
Check it out
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8JiXt0w_rUg

- anthonynemer on April 5, 2009
This is a really cool song to play on Audiosurf. Just thought I'd throw that out there.

- BlackPanther on December 19, 2008
Freaking Awesome.
I love the transition from the piano to the wailing guitars.
This mix is so dynamic, powerful, epic, and made of win that it drips pure awesomeness.
If you aren't downloading and listening to this song now, why aren't you?

- 42 on December 18, 2008
This song is truly incredible. I've been listening to it many times over, and it really just sweeps me off my feet every time. I've been looking for something like this for my remake of the intro from Megaman 2 (I know it's not the right song for it, but the blue bomber awesomeness just fits it perfectly), so maybe I should just get cracking on that...
Great work all of you!

- StarZander on December 8, 2008
MuraRengan;468828 wrote: The song is so incredible. It wraps you within a flow that seems to tell a story or portray some kind of notion of dramatic urgency. When listening to it, I feel like I'm witnessing the finale of some astronomical event of heroism. This song feels alive.

Yeah I feel the same way. I actually got led to this song by a Super Smash Brothers Melee montage. But when I saw where it came from, I was like this doesn't even sound like a damn OCReMix. This is a really incredible piece.

- BlackPanther on October 31, 2008
The song is so incredible. It wraps you within a flow that seems to tell a story or portray some kind of notion of dramatic urgency. When listening to it, I feel like I'm witnessing the finale of some astronomical event of heroism. This song feels alive.

- MuraRengan on October 28, 2008

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