Ingonyama Posted March 4, 2003 Share Posted March 4, 2003 Whoo-HOO! This is another of those soul-catapulting remixes that made me fall for the Chrono Trigger/Cross sections of this site. The Marching Ants startup is a great way to slide in fairly subtly, before EXPLODING into yummy FROGNESS! Frog's theme is my favorite song from Chrono Trigger, and I'm sad that there aren't more remixes of the piece, but what there is here is wonderful, and Ailsean, who I first heard of with "Nikki Learns a Song," outdoes himself with this rendition. I don't recognize the FF9 piece, probably because I never played it, but it fits in seamlessly with the other guitary goodness on this song. I can't believe it; I'm headbanging by the return of the Glenn theme, and I'm a Backstreet Boys fan. O_O 10/10, along with a vote for MORE FROG REMIXES! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Clover Posted April 13, 2003 Share Posted April 13, 2003 After being a member of these boards for goodness knows how long I'm finally posting a review. I'm a lazy slack-bitch, yes I know but better late than never. What better way to start than giving my most awesome rating to Ailsean's Remix of not one, not two, but three songs; When Johhny COmes Marching Home/Frog's Theme/Losing Me Is Not An Option. FF9 was never my favorite FF, but it had a great score because lets face it, Uematsu is a god. But like I heard someone else state on these boards before, you're in for a great treat when you mix CT and FF soundtracks together. ANd indeed they were right. This definitely goes down as one of my favorite remixes of the site. I'm not some technical instrumentation guy. I'm just a guy who likes good muic that would have it's place in a great movie or a video game. I could definitely see this in a game. Two thumbs up, 10/10, 5 stars...whatever. This song kicks many an ass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ObeySteve Posted July 16, 2003 Share Posted July 16, 2003 Ailsean continues to amaze me. Great fusion of two awesome songs. He's mastered the idea of using electric guitar for the main melody, which has yet to be anything but flawless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zircon Posted July 17, 2003 Share Posted July 17, 2003 Definitly awesome, it really does capture the 'heroic' aura of things. However, Steiner's theme is a bit weak compared to Frog's, it might be better if it could be brought out a little bit more; more accompaniment, different lead instrument, different dynamics, whatever. Still, this rules. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AhrenNighthawk Posted November 24, 2003 Share Posted November 24, 2003 Truely a great mix. The guitar is high-quality, and the flute (at least I'm pretty sure it is a flute) does a nice job keeping the same mood as the guitar. My favorite part is with Steiner's theme, when the guitar kicks in for the first half. It's a solid yet very rough sounding guitar, which is just the way I like it. My only complaint is just a preference one, and it's the fact that sometimes the guitar sounded a bit too 'soft' in my opinion, meaning it seemed to roll more than hit. I don't know if that made sense however. Anyway, this mix gets a rating of 9/10, -1 for the parts the guitar seemed to get soft. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tacitus Posted December 2, 2003 Share Posted December 2, 2003 One of my personal favorites, since it contains (in my humble opinion) the best Frog's Theme remix on the whole site. Could have done without Steiner's Theme though. I woulda preferred to use another Chrono Trigger theme, say, Guardia Castle: Courage and Pride, but then again I'm not good enough to make my own music, and thus have to rely on the efforts of others. Still, two thumbs up all the same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ailsean Posted February 4, 2004 Share Posted February 4, 2004 I'm glad for all the positive responses this song has garnered since I made it. I like knowing I've made some people happy Thanks! Also, I wanted to link to the update, so people can hear that version as well, so here's a copy/paste of my post from the "in-progress and completed" forum: Normally I wouldn't go spamming a new release on messageboards, but I still get e-mail from people who like the old version of this song, and they rarely know there's a "completely re-made-from-scratch-and-much-better" version because it wasn't handily available for download for very long. So I figured I'd link to the updated version. The Knights Come Marching Home... Again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sylantnight Posted February 4, 2004 Share Posted February 4, 2004 I really liked that piece that you made there and was wondering what music program you used for it? Final Fantasy and Chrono Trigger are considered master pieces. You only added to its perfection to which I applause to. The way the base kicks in at the beginning of the song is great and nice drum work too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wysp Posted March 31, 2004 Share Posted March 31, 2004 This put a big smile on my face. After having a great day I came home and downloaded song and just had a good laugh. It sounds great and brings back almost lost memories of a much younger me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krendall Posted April 13, 2004 Share Posted April 13, 2004 Very fun song. Anytime I get to hear Frog's theme on guitar I'm happy. Great job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Agon Posted April 16, 2004 Share Posted April 16, 2004 Flawless. This is, always has been and always will be my favourite OC remix. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ailsean Posted April 17, 2004 Share Posted April 17, 2004 Flawless? The snare sample, while the best I had at the time, was pretty weak. Get the new version and compare. http://www.vgmix.com/song_view.php?song_id=933 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Agon Posted May 9, 2004 Share Posted May 9, 2004 I stand corrected. Well maybe I was gushing a bit. Hm. Compare eh? To be perfectly honest, if it aint broke, don't fix it. The new version is fancier, and it does have better sound quality as well as more creative arrangement. However, when the flute and strings changed so dramatically, I found that the bass and guitar, which were at least similar to the originals, felt slightly out of place. This may be because I'm used to the first version, but yeah, just seemed a little akward. Now, the new version is better, no denying it, but not by much. Still, good work. Cheers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zekian Posted May 25, 2004 Share Posted May 25, 2004 Frog's Theme + Music from my Favorite FF! A recipe for success! Upbeat, exciting, and easy to play on repeat for a good long time without getting dull. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DragnBreth Posted July 16, 2004 Share Posted July 16, 2004 I love this! This is great... I'd just like to mention the fact that the FF9 song in the Remix is NOT Steiners Theme, it is "Protecting my Devotion" also known as "Beatrix and Steiner". (I know, minor technicality, but y'don't wanna confuse those who have never played it.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shonen Samurai Posted July 16, 2004 Share Posted July 16, 2004 ...orrrrr it could be "Rose of May", Beatrix's theme. The song is one the OST in one way or another at least three times. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flare4War Posted July 17, 2004 Share Posted July 17, 2004 This is one of those mixes that really sticks in my head for days on end whenever I listen to it. Very well done. This is very true. I decided to put it on my mp3 player and SHABLAM!! I can't get that damn little tune at the first and the end outta my head. Very entertaining remix. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HershDawg Posted July 18, 2004 Share Posted July 18, 2004 The FF9 them in is protecting my devotion. which is a faster version of Rose of May. still i like this and it can get suck in your head. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DragonFireKai Posted August 24, 2004 Share Posted August 24, 2004 This is his fourth best song from the CT series. The Furthest Promise, Nikki Learns a Song, Radical Punks, and then Knights. I love Glenn's Theme, but Far Promise is the one of the greatest songs to come out of CT. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angelus Laminarum Posted September 21, 2004 Share Posted September 21, 2004 I downloaded this one a while ago, and just started my posting account today... As far as this song goes, I was blown away the first time I heard it. The woodwind at the beginning (not too good on identifying those) was an excellent intro. The next part hit my heart as I my strongest backgrounds are British and Irish... I think those were bagpipes... right? Anyway, that was COOL! As the Guitar broke out, I had my speakers turned up loud, as I usually do, and I had one of the most spasmic cases of shivers rack my spine. My GOD! I LOVE this Remix. ~Falcis Umbrae~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MuthSera Posted November 22, 2004 Share Posted November 22, 2004 This song makes me happy, deep down inside.. ... Just where it shouldn't! > ... *salvates on self. n.n;* *rocks out and taps on desk while playing war3...* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dhakkel Posted April 19, 2005 Share Posted April 19, 2005 I cried, dude. Best work I've heard on .. well, anywhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hyperion5182 Posted April 20, 2005 Share Posted April 20, 2005 Well this is a good one. Its always a joy to listen to But as for the guy above me...Trust me this is good but there is better Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Platinus Posted April 21, 2005 Share Posted April 21, 2005 Since when did Frog and Steiner march with Jonhy? When Johmy comes marching home, I didnt expect him to need an escort...However, it makes a really good song...only wish it was longer though...that seems to be the bad part of a lot of songs though...not long enough. But this is really good. Its up there with so many other songs. Just really good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miletus Posted April 22, 2005 Share Posted April 22, 2005 Wow. Even though it wasn't a particlarly 'emotive' song I actually got goosebumps. Just wish it was longer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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