OCR01653 - Mario Kart DS "Charade"

[Fray]

I downloaded this from the remixing forum, I believe It's a fantastic remix, I knew people would go crazy for it once it was posted!

[Sam Ascher-Weiss]

Awesome man! YOU RIZOCK!!!

[yoshi1001]

I downloaded this straight off the site without reading any of the info (except that it was from MKDS), expecting some sort of techno remix from the game. Boy, was I surprised when I heard vocals coming out of my speakers. Great job. Where did you record this?

[Hale-Bopp]

Where did you record this?

My living room.

[Rekklis]

Very nice!

I really like it a lot!

[Martin Penwald]

Totally unexpected. While the music doesn't really evoke any Mario Kart feeling, the lyrics fit PERFECTLY. I find myself singing them to myself quite frequently. Great work on that.

Furthermore, your voice is amazing. Keep up the good work, and I hope to hear many more innovative remixes from you.

[Oni-91]

Happy birthday, David! Great work. Like I told you before (and you've heard already), Fran Healy of Travis. You're the second coming.

I can see where you're coming from there.

As for the song, VERY different from what everyone expected to see! It's a refreshing break from techno. I have to give it 10. I can't not.

...also, have you experimented with any other genres?

[Hale-Bopp]

...also, have you experimented with any other genres?

hmmm...punk, rock, pop, metal, orchestral, experimental, hip-hop, dance, trance, ragtime and probably some others I'm forgetting. Some experiments have been more successful than others, but I guess I'm learning as I go.

Thanks for the comments!

[Lucentas]

It's so cool to see some older and less-well-known genres represented here; this piece is great.

[DramaNoMore]

This one just blows me away...

[OceansAndrew]

I love the variety of genres Hale Bopp can hit with his vocals mixes. Excellent harmonies, a great mood, and the melody of the source translates very well to vocals. I wish the guitar and piano were a little more adventurous, but for the style, they definitely fit. Still a great track, check it out!

[Emunator]

I agree with the poster who said that this doesn't really evoke any memories of Mario Kart, but it's still a fun mix nonetheless. It's rather unassuming in its arrangement but I think the simplicity gives it a certain charm.

Lyrics are probably a high point for me... THOSE definitely feel inspired by Mario Kart

Can't wait to hear your work on Serious Monkey Business, Hale - you've got an awesome voice and you always seem to use it well!

[Jack Polo]

This is another top favourite Mix of mine, for sure. Such a laid-back and chill feeling mix; the mood is perfect. Even my parents like this one.

Props to Hale-Bopp for his amazing voice, awesome arrangement, and incredible lyrics!

Also, after reading Emunator's post, I had to check out the Serious Monkey Business tracklist for myself. Reeally stoked to hear some new Hale-Bopp goodness, especially because DKC2 happens to be one of my favourite games. I'm sure it won't disappoint!

[Crulex]

Oh Hale yeah. (Couldn't resist. ) Man, I always enjoyed the genre of 50's style music, and I never would have thought of it mixed together could sound this good. The lyrics have a great Mario Kart feeling and Hale's voice is amazing. Really, I liked it. And is it just me, or does MK DS and MK for the SNES have a similar sounding title screen? I was playing MK SNES while thinking of this song and thought I heard a similar tune......oh well. Can't wait for your future ReMixes, man.

[Bahamut]

So I randomly stumbled upon this mix while looking for something to listen to in a panic - this was a pleasant surprise, as Hale-Bopp has a perfect voice for this style. If there's any complaint I have, it's that the song seems too short.

On the flip side, this song is nice for looping