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XENON 2 : THE REAL MEGABLAST. - arranged by gibs

Review by rnuls, 24/03/2019

Excellent remix d'un morceau que je n'appréciais pas forcément. Le mix équilibré, la guitare à sa place. Je dis bravo.
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Bombo (vocal mix) - arranged by Sanjo Ride

Review by LaLa, 15/03/2019

The vocoder vocals are pretty cool, although a bit hard to understand, because the syllables are too distinct, too robotic, there's no flow to it. The rest of the track could've used some spicing up, but overall, it's a decent remix!
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Thrust (Full of Oxygene Remix) - arranged by BaR

Review by wobbler, 09/03/2019

I hear early nineties New Order-chords in a mix of JMJ-beats. Can't be something wrong with that, can it?
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Thrust (Full of Oxygene Remix) - arranged by BaR

Review by LaLa, 09/03/2019

As a big Jarre fan I am actually in awe of how you managed to stuff Thrust into the framework of Oxygene! I think the magic act starts to fall apart a bit halfway through, but then it picks up again and finishes elegantly. Really nicely done, sir, my hats off to you!
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Thrust (Full of Oxygene Remix) - arranged by BaR

Review by Markus Gecko, 08/03/2019

Jarre Instruments do not maketh a Jarr-esque remix. Other remixes based on Jarre here on rko have much more authentic Jarre rhythm and song structure.
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Bangkok Knights (ingame) - arranged by Anders Hesselbom

Review by LaLa, 05/03/2019

Boy, I'm very torn about this remix. I like so much about it, but I think all that goodness is lost in the lackluster mixing.

The intro: fantastic instrumentation, immediately sets a grungy, dystopic mood (actually, it reminds me of They Live for some reason). But then at 0:32 the punchiness of the bass disappears as the other instruments come in. The electric organ at 0:55 would be brilliant - but it's barely audible in the mix. The lead coming in at 1:10 is also too soft and remains so for the rest of the tune.

So, again, brilliant ideas, a very good arrangement - but this just screams out for a better mix.
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Druid - arranged by Dr Future

Review by C64ever, 04/03/2019

Good version of the popular old tune.. I'd prefer it without the voice though i must admit.
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Party of the Year (Bonzax) - arranged by Mordi

Review by gator, 25/02/2019

But somebody please tell me what this is a remix of. This website needs to have a column in the description that names the games the remix comes from because too often I am left completely without a clue.
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Outrun Europe (levels) - arranged by hermitsoft

Review by exocytosis, 21/02/2019

Fast paced and, from a technical point of view, very well composed, Outrun Europe (levels) has a clear edge - it catches the bright pastels of the arcade version almost flawlessly! Needless to say, of all Outrun covers released up to this point, Hermisoft's take on Jeroen Tels original outruns all of them!
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International Karate - arranged by SHEN LON

Review by symbols, 17/02/2019

KICK A-ASS!!
(ties japanese head band around head.) Makes me want to do some backflips! Yeah!
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Commando Hiscore (Eighteen Years Later) - arranged by Wobbler

Review by Laci1971, 14/02/2019

For me, it seems that the background has no connection with the main theme. The original music is among the most beautiful ones with its cleanness, but in this version the main theme and the background are fighting with each other.
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Disgrace (Dreamers Remix) - arranged by Lea

Review by LaLa, 13/02/2019

You have a beautiful voice (I'm assuming it's you singing, Lea…), so you should flaunt it: you should bring it more to the front in mixing. Especially when more instruments start playing and when you add reverb to the vocals, it becomes harder to understand the lyrics, because your voice gets lost in the mid-frequencies.

Otherwise, I really like how you enhanced the vocals with various techniques throughout (layering, vocoder, chorus, etc.), the production quality is top-notch, the arrangement is outstanding, the instrumentation is spot-on. I really like the filtered intro, too, that's very modern of you. 😊

A fantastic debut on RKO, I hope to hear a lot more from you!!!
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Disgrace (Dreamers Remix) - arranged by Lea

Review by spavatch, 11/02/2019

I love the way it begins and develops further in a trance-like fashion, with vocals adding to vocal trance feel 😊
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Commando - arranged by SHEN LON

Review by wobbler, 09/02/2019

This sounds like something I would have made myself (not to say that I would actually have managed to produce, sound wise or arrangement wise), but the overall style. Like it a lot. And as LaLa wrote earlier; perhaps a tad too much reverb, but the again who am I to complain? I might even try a remix version of my own, just to see if I could reach this standard😉
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Commando (mich am Allerwertesten) Remix - arranged by Frank Abbing

Review by Markus Gecko, 09/02/2019

Like the experimentation. Got a very nice minimal feel, with a tinge of EBM and dog bark synth.
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Cobra (Extended SID Mix) - arranged by Anthony Walters

Review by Markus Gecko, 09/02/2019

Very well crafted. I was doubtful at first, but really well done. Anyone else just done remixes with just additional sid voices?
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Firelord (from 8Bit Symphony) - arranged by Glyn R Brown

Review by Grigul, 21/01/2019

Well, I have a problem with that track. The old Remix from 2002 was epic, is still one of my absolute favourites. But - which word is higher than epic?
Let me say it this way - This track here is the most epic track ever!!! I'm absolutely happy to see you back, Mr Brown. Last years you were very silent.
And you, Sir, are now my first nominee for ROTY 2019.
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SuperFrog - World 4 - arranged by groovebox

Review by onlineamiga, 17/01/2019

Music is always subjective as we all like different stuff. But listening to this was like a rollercoaster of oooh!! i like and ooooh maybe not. I love the electro backing music, and the drops etc. Sounds great. But maybe using a harder synth sound instead of the original flute sound for the main tune might have given it more power. I also think the tempo is a little too fast for this tune.

But hey these are just how I hear it. No reflection on ability and I absolutely love the fact that people like yourself are making awesome remixes of great Amiga tracks 😊 Please keep making more stuff! I wanna hear more!
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Times Of Lore (from 8Bit Symphony) - arranged by Glyn R Brown

Review by LaLa, 12/01/2019

What a wonderful journey you've taken us on with this epic piece! This sounds bona fide professional. I can't even imagine the time and effort it must've taken you to create this Times Of Lore mashup! What can I say - THANK YOU!
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Firelord (from 8Bit Symphony) - arranged by Glyn R Brown

Review by LaLa, 12/01/2019

I didn't think your superb symphonic remix from 16+ years ago could be made any better. I was wrong, so wrong!

The flute sounds just wonderful (makes me wonder if it was written with Ben in mind…), the choir sounds even more emotional, and the dynamic flow of the arrangement makes it sound very cinematic. I really like the parts where the melody line quickly switches between the various sections of the orchestra.

Even though it sounds similar to your previous Firelord arrangement, it's clearly very different - and even better.

I'm sure somewhere up above Ben is listening to this, too, with a big smile on his face…
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Liljedahl is God (Green Beret+Rambo) - arranged by Mordi

Review by pad, 02/01/2019

That start gives me goosebumps indeed! The rest is also fab! Perfect backdrop for coding. 😃
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Goldrunner - From Past To Present - arranged by gibs

Review by nous, 01/01/2019

Be careful, this is one of the most emblematic Hubbartunes, remixed to perfection. Can't stop listening to it.
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Lightforce - arranged by Markus Schneider

Review by LaLa, 31/12/2018

Very soundtracky, a perfect homage to Rob's classic. It doesn't fall into the trap of some other remixes that are also technically excellent, but tend to get boring as the tune goes on. Instead, Markus managed to inject several careful changes into the arrangement and instrumentation that keep the momentum going while also keeping with his chosen style for the remix. Your love affair with Lightforce, Markus, really shines through! Thanks for sharing it with us!
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Commando (Super Joe Rmx) - arranged by Uraniummind

Review by LaLa, 21/12/2018

A valiant mega-effort which is brought down by a few serious issues. The arrangement is varied enough to keep my interest up throughout the remix, but some odd dissonant sections, questionable choice of instrumentation, and sorely lacking post-processing make it sound worse than it really should.
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Arkanoid Highscore - arranged by Jeroen Tel

Review by Markus Gecko, 19/12/2018

Should have been called the needed 20 years ago mix… Very very Ferry Corsten and Veracocha-esq. Too old and sober now to really enjoy this
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Last Ninja 3 (in - out mix) - arranged by Gerd Bahl

Review by symbols, 19/12/2018

Funky 80's vibe - check.
Wavy Synth - Check.
Snare Powa! - Check.
Well composed and classic Gerd Bahl throw-ins! Feels quite Demo-scene-ish too, quality!
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Last Ninja 2 Song 12 - arranged by DJ Cyberdog

Review by symbols, 19/12/2018

The Effort counts. Very limited instrument range and some bad notes at that, the drums are safe and unoriginal as is the composition. A good effort for a first submission but I'd review it with fresh ears of your own and soon you will discover the lack of overall quality.
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Last Ninja Wastelands (loader - memorial mix) - arranged by Gerd Bahl

Review by symbols, 19/12/2018

Duration: Could be longer
Instruments: Soft and well balanced
Technique: Room for more
Originality: Great changes to the original
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Primary Star - arranged by Dafunk

Review by sparcie, 17/12/2018

love this song, when life gives me crap i'm being comforted with my hobby <3. also just a awesome song
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Enchanted Lands - Intro (Enchantedness) - arranged by Silok

Review by Silize, 06/12/2018

Jochen es de esos que siempre te transmiten algo especial y mítico en sus creaciones. Es pausado y progresivo, melódico y potente. No se puede pedir más bajo mi punto de vista particular.
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