orkybash Posted August 11, 2002 Share Posted August 11, 2002 Star Ocean: The Second Story 'Rena Lanford of Arlia Village' A fast made techno shit if I ever heard one! (Old-timers should get the joke). But seriously, I am always awed by the perfection Dale North always seems to achieve in arranging *and* producing a song, and this is no exception. If you don't download this, I will personally come to your house and flog you. Don't think I don't know where you live! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkCecil13 Posted August 11, 2002 Share Posted August 11, 2002 This mix is absolutely beautiful, enough said. The first minute seems to be my favorite part, and I love how the strings build up. Dale really does a great job building such a great atmosphere. I don't know how he does it. Another point of interest are the pianos scattered throughout the piece. I love that filter he has over them - I just love it. There's nothing bad I can say about this mix, no matter how hard I try. Good stuff ^^ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mustin Posted August 11, 2002 Share Posted August 11, 2002 This track is so damn good it makes my balls ache. Seriously. I can't say anything bad about it. Nobody does it better. Well, except for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ffmusic dj Posted August 11, 2002 Share Posted August 11, 2002 aah crap dale! I am wokring on this song!!!! well it's different, er.. my songs inturptation so we should have no problem with how good mine and yours is ......................................... DAMN YOU! this is GOOOOOOOOOD! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carbon Dog Posted August 11, 2002 Share Posted August 11, 2002 It makes me sad, , it's beautiful... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nbdyfcnsqnc Posted August 11, 2002 Share Posted August 11, 2002 I'm very impressed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walrusgumbo Posted August 12, 2002 Share Posted August 12, 2002 I really really really really like this one. It's extremely beautiful and quite full of emotion. A must download. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheWired Posted August 12, 2002 Share Posted August 12, 2002 Truely out of all the orchestral pieces this one is as crystal clear and perfect as it gets. Having played the game, i cant seem to express how well this relates to the game, i feel as if this should've made it to the OSV in some more tragic parts of the game, having never really beat the game itself, i feel sorry about it. But this is seriously a great mix The calm clarinet in the intro, the beautifull string accompaniement, the piano solo, more strings, this folks is probably #2 in the top10 best soft OC ReMixes, and #1 in all the orchestral ones. Dale, you win the orchestral #1, hands down, all competition is nearly useless .. Beautifull piece, well mastered, and crystal clear sounds. A must have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russell Cox Posted August 12, 2002 Share Posted August 12, 2002 Not bad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkCecil13 Posted August 12, 2002 Share Posted August 12, 2002 Not bad. Could you be more specific? I'm curious at what you think about it quite a bit. Why? You're an orchestral guy, and you saying "Not bad" about this mix makes sparks fly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russell Cox Posted August 12, 2002 Share Posted August 12, 2002 Not bad. Could you be more specific? I'm curious at what you think about it quite a bit. Why? You're an orchestral guy, and you saying "Not bad" about this mix makes sparks fly. Calm down and don't get your knickers in a twist. As with some of mine and some of Dale's songs, you really can't say a lot about them. It's beautiful, soothing, and peaceful with still maintaining an instensity hidden underneath the simple layers he's used. Some songs just speak for themselves and don't need words. Dale knows what I think about his songs even if I don't know what his opinion of myself is. "Not bad." is an oxymoron -- the day Dale North writes something bad will be the day I die of a heart attack. I've always had a bit of admiration for Dale and probably always will in the future. Sorry if I'm snippy but I've got a lot going on right now and I don't need someone double guessing my comments on someone else's works. Besides, Dale would haven't undoubtably guessed what it meant as he is currently planning on being a hybrid of John Williams/Jerry Goldsmith. Right Dale? *winks* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DL-Oddeye Posted August 12, 2002 Share Posted August 12, 2002 I been waiting for someone to make a remix for star ocean the second story.. praise the makers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legion303 Posted August 12, 2002 Share Posted August 12, 2002 Worst...remix...ever. Well *someone* had to say something other than endless praise, didn't they? Seriously, though, this drop-dead gorgeous remix is making me have to re-evaluate my "OCR top three" list. Curse you, Dale. That's entirely too much like work. -steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaleNorth Posted August 12, 2002 Share Posted August 12, 2002 HA! Wow and damn guys. Thanks so much. Hey, is it taboo to respond to praise/reviews/critism? Watch me not care. Anyway, thanks for the kind words peeps. Russell. Simple layers? Cute All my work is simple. There's no complexity to what I do as I very much dislike unnecessary complexity in music. That, and the fact that I suck. I'll leave that complex nonsense to the composers you've named here. LOL- I love the one and two word responses/reviews. I eat them up. There's no double guessing about them as I know exactly what they are. And also, I write bad stuff on a daily basis. Heart attack time! You know I'm picking on you, right? Thats also why I love Sakuraba's work. Simple and hella effective. A role model even. peace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simoom Posted August 12, 2002 Share Posted August 12, 2002 Beautiful song, is it me or does this sound a LOT like the main song that gets played over and over in morrowind? Wonder if they based that off this song. Either way, purdiness, orchestral isn't my top genre but this is undeniably great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b-aphomet Posted August 13, 2002 Share Posted August 13, 2002 Heh. Registered an account just to comment on this piece. Very well made, a moving piece - definitely a permanent addition to my playlist. Keep up the good work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Redifer Posted August 13, 2002 Share Posted August 13, 2002 Sakuraba's work on Shining the Holy Ark (especially the kick ass arranged version) was pretty complex. Good mix, BTW. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xtreme_Fred Posted August 16, 2002 Share Posted August 16, 2002 Incredible. Great. Beautiful. I love the way u give it an orchestral feel with the deep chords and sounds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
40 Posted September 10, 2002 Share Posted September 10, 2002 "Rena Lanford of Arlia Village" is beautiful. I'm glad to see Star Ocean 2 finally get some love at OCR. Motoi deserves it, that's for sure. As a side note, has anyone heard Dale North's "Town" theme on the PMM album? Holy crap is that song good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Veovis Posted September 12, 2002 Share Posted September 12, 2002 This track from Star Ocean is beautiful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhalePorn Posted September 12, 2002 Share Posted September 12, 2002 Kudos for an excellent orchestrated remix, this is outstanding. Its quality work that I could very well expect off any of the great game composers. Star ocean had a few gems amoung its tracks, and this sad theme is worthy of such a treatment. Highly recommended. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
esden9 Posted September 20, 2002 Share Posted September 20, 2002 Massive, soundtrack quality goodness. It's halfway down in my playlist, but I always start from this song now. I play alot of Ultima Online, and this song is perfect for treks across Ilshenar and such. I really need an mp3 player in my truck so I can listen to this while driving to work. As a side note, McVaffe's Super Ghouls n' Ghosts Ice Mountain Symphony plays right after this. Its a good follow up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zero Angel Posted November 22, 2002 Share Posted November 22, 2002 Absolutely Amazing.... Star Ocean 2 has always been my favorite game, and Sakuraba my favorite composer. This song is incredibly beautiful, Its been awhile since an OCRemix struck a chord like 'Another Inspiration' did by Peeples. I wish more OCR composers would add to this already moving soundtrack. Dale! Please do Nede! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EtherealXero Posted November 22, 2002 Share Posted November 22, 2002 Star Ocean 2 is my favorite game. I own the soundtrack and I adore the music. I awoke one morning to find a little SO2 remix on the site, I was overjoyed, so I downloaded it. I was overcome with emotion. The nostalgia and the just plain splendid work simply moved me, especially when the emotion of the song reaches its peak. Teary eyed and content, I enjoyed the rest of my day. Nuff said. Beautiful stuff. My hat is off to you. -EX Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gman Posted December 4, 2002 Share Posted December 4, 2002 Anyways, nicely aranged piece Dale...Ts'what I expected. Ah, I'm gonna go relax and run slow motion in town doing nice deeds with a smile while listening to this song. Simply Beautifull. Gman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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