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OCR02176 - Tails and the Music Maker "Picolescence"
Crulex replied to djpretzel's topic in ReMix Reviews & Comments
Tails had a game? Wow. Anyway, an impressive ReMix in a span of three hours. I wouldn't have believed it if it was Zircon. And once again, Zircon creates something with an amazing beat and I have to say that this is probably the best Pico ReMix I've ever heard. And I mean ever. -
First off, gotta say that the SFX at the beginning was pretty interesting. Nice tropical/Latin jazz, which is one of the few kinds of jazz I can stand for a while, which is good considering that this is more than eight minutes long. And making an eight minute song that doesn't get dull halfway through is a feat in itself. I really enjoyed the slower part where the drums took over. Great solos and great ReMix overall.
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OCR02174 - Goonies II "I'm Taking It All Back"
Crulex replied to djpretzel's topic in ReMix Reviews & Comments
Password screens aren't the kinds of tracks that I can imagine ReMixers being able to ReMix with ease, so getting this kind of result is pretty sweet. It sounds like early OCR at some points, which isn't a bad thing, and the low-finess keeps the spirit of the original alive, which I liked. So yeah, nice debut. Nice debut with numbers and passwords. Data likes. -
OCR02173 - BlazBlue "Tao Is Taokaka"
Crulex replied to djpretzel's topic in ReMix Reviews & Comments
You know, it does have a bit of a carnival sound to it at various parts due to the melody, and that piano sounds pretty good, again for the melody. I guess what I'm trying to say is that this is one of those ReMixes where several things that may turn people off can come together to create a whole lot of right. This reminds me of something that could go to a Sonic GBA game for a lighter, happier zone or something. Not bad at all. -
OCR02172 - Castlevania II "A Belmont's Curse"
Crulex replied to djpretzel's topic in ReMix Reviews & Comments
Hard hitting gothic metal, not a bad thing on a slow day like this. But wait, what's this? An acoustic guitar area as well? Now that is a nice idea consider how close the intro was. Any kind of change-up just takes it to that next level. I like how it sort of eased back into the metal bits, like something that arrived with purpose. This is something that someone can walk to and feel like a badass. Nice work on this. -
OCR02138 - NiGHTS into dreams... "The Polar Express"
Crulex replied to djpretzel's topic in ReMix Reviews & Comments
This is a perfect track for Ice Day, and really, what more can you ask for with light, whimsical themes than NiGHTS? This really could be used for a wide overhead view of the polar express or just a vast winter wonderland at night. So smooth and calming, and a nice melody along with it. Terrific. -
OCR02137 - Final Fantasy X "Rondo Sanctuary"
Crulex replied to djpretzel's topic in ReMix Reviews & Comments
Groovy and chill(y), this has an awesome beat that just brings out the energy in me. Not exactly the kind of beat that makes me want to dance, but it does get my attention very well. The vocal interjections were pretty cool, and overall this ReMix is just too smooth. Like fresh ice. Morse nails it again. -
OCR02136 - Contra Force "Power Trip"
Crulex replied to djpretzel's topic in ReMix Reviews & Comments
Good god, I love the bass and percussion of this ReMix. It was very nice to hear Contra Force getting some respect and love in the way, and you totally brought justice to this song, especially when you kicked it into high gear about halfway through. Badass stuff, man. -
OCR02133 - Tecmo Bowl "Touchdown Hoedown"
Crulex replied to djpretzel's topic in ReMix Reviews & Comments
Hehe, this brings back good memories of both the game and DJP's old track. Good ol' country boy track that just puts a smile on my face, especially the clapping parts. Damn, it's things like this that make me want to go yee-haw! Super fun, sounds great and is just a thrill to listen to. Awesome. -
OCR02132 - Contra III "Dystopian Future"
Crulex replied to djpretzel's topic in ReMix Reviews & Comments
Yeah, this is one of those jazz pieces with energy to them that, unless you are extremely tired, I can't imagine being able to chill out to or fall asleep to. But it does provide an interesting take on the Contra 3 music. Not exactly my cup of tea, but as for the arrangement and production of it all, I can at least enjoy it for what it is. Nice work. -
OCR02131 - Final Fantasy IV "Treason"
Crulex replied to djpretzel's topic in ReMix Reviews & Comments
This ReMix is certainly aggressive as all hell and it just screams brutal things. The playing and the rage coming off of it was certainly one of the best parts of this song, and the Castle Damcyan part was the one I thought was pulled off the best. The transistions were pretty good, and the one little nitpick I the drums sounded off or something during the Fiends theme. Not sure if it was me, the headphones I'm using or the actual song, but that part didn't gel with me. Other than that, pretty good ReMix. -
OCR02129 - Teen Agent "A Village's Welcome"
Crulex replied to djpretzel's topic in ReMix Reviews & Comments
It does sound like it would work for a small village during Christmas. It just has that happy joyful feeling that kinda makes you feel at home when you listen to it. Lots of grand instrumentation to give it that true orchestral appeal, like you be seeing it live. Very nice, VHD. -
Happy birthdays peoples!
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OCR02115 - Super Mario Bros. 2 "Melancholy Dreams"
Crulex replied to djpretzel's topic in ReMix Reviews & Comments
Please.....tell me more. On a more serious note, I love more Middle Eartern feeling of this ReMix rather than the endless droning that it usually conjures up. It's amazing how something so damn repetitive can be made into a long and elaborated ReMix like this. The ending is pretty abrupt, but honestly, that's about the only issue I have with this one. As I expected from Vurez, this is a terrific piece. -
OCR02112 - Shantae: Risky's Revenge "Baal Bhaagna"
Crulex replied to djpretzel's topic in ReMix Reviews & Comments
This screams "Bollywood!" at the top of it's lungs. This is incredibly brilliant! I could just imagine this being used in a Bollywood film or something close to that. It's got action scene written all over it, especially from the intro and I just can't express how much this ReMix rocks. Love the use of the vocals as well. Recommended by far. -
Whoo, boy, is this funky! The groove mixed with piano was just what I needed to get into a dancing mood! See, this is why I have such faith in the OC ReMixers. Such little tunes being turned into full-scale songs of enjoyment for all. Jingle all the way, indeed.
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OCR02109 - Kirby's Dream Land "Bias, Groove"
Crulex replied to djpretzel's topic in ReMix Reviews & Comments
Chiptunes and Kirby are a happy little coupling that I love seeing used. And who better to use them both than Halc and Ben Briggs? Bubbly, chippy, and lively, there's nothing better suited for the pink fluff-ball. Great ReMix, guys. -
OCR02108 - Gran Turismo 3 A-spec "Lunar Dioxide"
Crulex replied to djpretzel's topic in ReMix Reviews & Comments
The intro was nice, kinda like riding off into the sunset in a sweet racer, but then it rips back open with heavy guitars and incredible drum playing. In a way, I can see a similarity between this and Level 99's Wild Arms ReMix, going from lighter to rocking it out all to hell. Good use of car SFX. I'm glad you didn't over use those. Cool ending as well. -
OCR02105 - Castlevania: Portrait of Ruin "Fear of Haze"
Crulex replied to djpretzel's topic in ReMix Reviews & Comments
The effects were what really caught my interest in this song. It's odd, but not distracting from the more frantically smooth arrangement you've got going on here. Certainly one of my favorites of the album. I know it's "fear of haze", but the overall sound makes me think of an environment filled with a haze of fear. Not crazy about the ending, but all in all, it was an awesome ReMix. -
OCR02104 - Secret of Mana "Things We Didn't Know"
Crulex replied to djpretzel's topic in ReMix Reviews & Comments
The vocals near the beginning reminded me of a movie, and it certainly has the build-up of one. Fantastic. Very adventurous as it picks up, and I love the dramatic elements of this ReMix. Sweet violin playing, that was cool. Seriously, words don't do this kind of epic piece justice. Simply incredible to listen to. Great work VHD! -
OCR02102 - Mega Man "Morning Walk in the Burning City"
Crulex replied to djpretzel's topic in ReMix Reviews & Comments
This is a pretty interesting ReMix. I really didn't know what to say about this one, but I do have to say that it has a feeling of ups and downs, like starting out on a dark day and seeing a small ray of light at different points. I guess "Morning Walk in the Burning City" is just one of those titles that describe the ReMix exceptionally well. Yep, the city is on fire, but at least you have a nice morning walk. -
I really like the way Zyko sings. You get more of a different kind of tone from him because it just sounds professionally unprofessional. Sounds weird, I know, I'm not a linguist, but it just seems like an everyday person (kinda like Link if he wasn't the hero of the whole thing), just singing on a boat through different weather and places. Lot of heart here. Good guitar playing and good progression as the song goes on.
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OCR02106 - Mega Man 4 "Get a Weapon Weapon"
Crulex replied to djpretzel's topic in ReMix Reviews & Comments
Yeah, I can't actually add anything more than this. I think a second verse is the only thing that was really missing. I wasn't fond of the guy's voice, but it wasn't overly grating, and not focusing on it and just going with the music made this catchy as hell and I really actually liked it. Weird, but cool at the same time. I am so going to say "I got a weapon weapon" from now on when I play the MM games with my friends. It's just too funny. -
OCR02094 - Final Fantasy V "Gentle Fist"
Crulex replied to djpretzel's topic in ReMix Reviews & Comments
Sounds like the perfect ReMix for a martial artist training feeling combined with FFV sources. Very Eastern feeling and I thought the song went through enough changes to keep the interest going. Really love that ending. So, not only am I impressed by this great ReMix, but hearing that DarkeSword knows Dragon Style Kung Fu is pretty cool, too. Great stuff, man.