Moguta Posted December 8, 2010 Share Posted December 8, 2010 "M4 Part II (Faunts)" from Mass Effect This is the game that reignited my passion for games with immersive scifi storytelling. And this song is no less inspiring. M4 Part II's electropop stands in stark contrast to the heavy electronic/symphonic rest of the soundtrack. And it's a highly appropriate contrast, a gentle -- not bombastic -- lifting of the burdens that the game throws on your character quick and hard. "Color of the Heart" & "Let's Return Barefoot" from Garakuta Masterpiece Theater: Scribble Kingdom Can't find vids on YouTube, will have to upload myself... EDIT: Color of the Heart: and Let's Return Barefoot: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p2Ehk_BTPO8 "Beautiful Woman of Alent" from Grandia No lyrics, but the hauntingly somber air of this song captivates me. "Lovely Strains" from Soukaigi A lesser-known Square song, I just love the delicate vocals and the dynamics that make this orchestral piece more of a journey through feeling than a still portrait of emotion. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zpuGNH75pUc "Reset" from Okami While I hope this is no one's first contact with this lovely piece, just couldn't help but include it. Particularly enjoy the ebb and flow intensity in this Jpop-ish gem. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mkPdDvhOEaE "Kokoro" from Xenosaga Popular Square song, yeah yeah, guilty pleasure. Celtic pipes + Emotive vocals = Defenses breached http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nZ6ABV_Q9qU "Megalith -Agnus Dei-" from Ace Combat 4 This piece is one of the most powerful uses of choir in VGM. Strong orchestra, loud vocals, and a driving electro-beat make this a classic in my book. (Also, my upload of this video somehow became the most popular YouTube vid of the song... despite having a grand total of eight YT vids. Yeah, go figure.) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8R_tIUyvsRc "Room of Angel" from Silent Hill 4 Creepy, haunting lyrics with oddly calming music. <3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magnetic Ether Posted December 9, 2010 Share Posted December 9, 2010 The ending of Legend of Mana. The vocals in the beginning give me shivers. Same here, I love the opening and ending themes for that game! Also, I'm a big metalhead, so is just plain awesome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DragonAvenger Posted December 11, 2010 Share Posted December 11, 2010 So there are some vocal RockMan songs that I've always enjoyed. ELECTRICAL COMMUNICATION (Yes, it has to be in all caps) Japanese opening to RockMan X4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gollgagh Posted December 11, 2010 Share Posted December 11, 2010 idk I think it's awesome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DragonAvenger Posted December 11, 2010 Share Posted December 11, 2010 idk I think it's awesome *shrugs* to each their own, then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darklink42 Posted December 11, 2010 Share Posted December 11, 2010 YEESSSS. After that amazing opening theme, Yoko managed to make it even more breathtaking. Though it would have been better if attached to one of the other storylines... *cough*Geo*cough* There's a lot of vocals scattered in this game, most of them surprisingly well-performed, even if only used as stings. This one in particular, though, really stuck after I'd finished playing, especially with its placement in the game. Also one of my favorites, for exactly the reasons you mention. Timesplitters 3 has some really good tracks that get swept under the rug amidst all the shooting. Goteki did a really good job with their stuff. These are my favorites with vocals: Who's the Mummy (Temple Theme) And one more: As a bonus, for those that like MSG's awesome intro song, this is from the fan-movie Metal Gear: Philanthropy (Which I recommend you go watch, it's really good) and by the same artist, almost as a sort of sequel. Will There be an End Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magnetic Ether Posted December 11, 2010 Share Posted December 11, 2010 I almost forgot, but this song is the best...it's so beautiful and nostalgic. (Melodies of Life from Final Fantasy IX) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moguta Posted June 19, 2011 Share Posted June 19, 2011 Thread resurrection, go! Way late, remembered to upload those Scribble Kingdom songs to YouTube: "Color of the Heart" "Let's Return Barefoot" And surely there have been more vocal opinions in the meantime! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrap McNapps Posted June 20, 2011 Share Posted June 20, 2011 JSRF-Rockin the Mic It was suprisingly lyrical than I expected for a video game track. I loved the second verse specifically. The beat was cool as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moguta Posted January 1, 2012 Share Posted January 1, 2012 A little off-topic... Is there a thread specifically listing all vocal OCReMixes? I couldn't find any. Halp plz! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DragonAvenger Posted January 1, 2012 Share Posted January 1, 2012 A little off-topic... Is there a thread specifically listing all vocal OCReMixes? I couldn't find any. Halp plz! Hope that link works Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mirby Posted January 1, 2012 Share Posted January 1, 2012 Hope that link works It works, and that's a nice list. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moguta Posted January 1, 2012 Share Posted January 1, 2012 Hope that link works Thanks! Bringing a couple gamer friends to MAG this year, and while they don't have much exposure to VGM, being the evangelist I am... Think you can see where this is going. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EC2151 Posted January 1, 2012 Share Posted January 1, 2012 Some more: This is mostly the only song in the OST that really stands out, but it's really good. Pay no heed to the top-rated comments or the game's general fanbase... Then again, you know who this game markets itself towards... Hint: rhymes with yuri but not as good. All the same, the composer did a good job on this theme. Also, something far more awesome just because of the great engrish, it's... DUCK KING'S THEME!!!!! BRUSS YO TEES WASS YO FASS ALL THE RADIES IN THE HOUSE Seriously, it's the best song in the arranged soundtrack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrothaDom Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 I can't lie, I've been enjoying from Marvel vs. Capcom 3. It's really ridiculous, but I think it helps to fit the character. Plus, the guitar tracks is pretty fun to hear Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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