ReMix: Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse 'Madd Forest'
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- Game: Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse (Konami, 1990, NES)
- ReMixer(s): Joshua Morse
- Composer(s): Jun Funahashi, Yoshinori Sasaki, Yukie Morimoto
- Song(s): 'Mad Forest (Forest Stage)'
- Posted: 2009-10-31, evaluated by djpretzel
Last but not least, to round out your Halloween evenings with a full three-course dinner of Castlevania, Mr. Morse brings us some CV3 action. Unlike the previous tracks, which are CV musical staples, this track isn't quite as well-known, though it's still a killer, recognizable cut. jm writes:
"This track was done for my good friend Richter. It definitely was a win-win arranging this track for him since we both were in love with both Castlevania 3's music, and each other (only the former is true, or so I think). So, here's to you, Richter! I really hope you enjoy it (and the cumshot)!"
Ahem; nothing goes hand-in-hand like Castlevania 3 and a healthy dose of manlove, it would seem. Straight funk jam this one is, uptempo with a slick, sliding, booty-groovin' bass, some vinyl scratchin', piano, EP, organ, and tons of synth. Morse really likes diversity in his keys, and I love how he gives each component at least a little time in the spotlight. This arrangement's got more edges to it, and the synth solo at 2'42", that enters brazenly with a pitch-bend then proceeds to kick everyone's ass, is fantastic. Another great track - that's three for three, if you're counting - from a great album. May only have seven tracks, but when every track's this good, it's a great piece of work. Check out Castlevania: Sonata of the Damned, and enjoy your Halloween with funk, flavor, and style!
Discussion: Latest 12 comments/reviews; view the I have always enjoyed this source track, even though it often gets overshadowed by the other songs on the soundtrack, and it is really funked up here, to a pretty nice effect. The counter melodies and comping are very catchy, and the percussion is excellent. Great breakdown section, and the solos take it to the next level. Extra props for the Steve Winwood style synth lead.
Great stuff.
- OA on November 10, 2009
- jintoreedwine on November 5, 2009
I find this one tough to really delve into the details of though, as the song shifts quite a bit, from the latin jazz intro to the more upbeat main progression. The main melody is used in smaller portions throughout the song, but each of those small portions are used according to the style very well.
- Bahamut on November 4, 2009
- DragonAvenger on November 2, 2009
- Emunator on November 1, 2009
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