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Maniac Mansion Theme (feat. Mitch van Hayden) - arranged by AmokReview by Ernie76, 05/01/2010 This is just how i like Remixes. The new Tunes, added to the song fit Perfect. The Drums are just like i wannted to hear in this song back in c64 days. And last but not Least for a Retro guy like me, the mixed in Sid sounds from the Original.Great Work |
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Cybernoid II (80's-Style-Edit) - arranged by C64toBit64Review by LaLa, 04/01/2010 I understand the brave decision to re-work the entire melody line of Cybernoid to make it sound more 80's - but for crying out loud, the original is already a great melody in the 80's style, so why the re-write? Unfortunately, I just can't get over this re-write, even though all the 80's sounds and cliches are in there.Up until 1:24 I had high hopes, but from that point on it's just doesn't sound very pleasing to my ears. Plus there is little variation in there, so in the end this 6+ minute remix is just plain boring. |
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Be There (Caribian Dreams) - arranged by ChabeeReview by LaLa, 04/01/2010 This remix reminds me of the 90's electronic music with some Jan Hammer thrown in there. I really like the intro! The bass could be stronger and the bell-like backing a little softer, but overall it's a great piece of work. |
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Commando (Sound of SceneSat Edit) - arranged by FirestormReview by Xorcerer, 22/12/2009 Hubbard's tunes are probably the most popular and recognized in the 8-bit community. This guy has really set an all-time high standard for gametunes. And he constantly pushed the audio coding up to it's limits, creating new effects which others mimicked and based upon.This is why it is very hard to catch up to his brilliant spirit (even though hard technology is now far beyond dreams of the past). It is also very hard NOT to loose this spirit in flood of new technical tricks. Simplicity, power, pride - this is what it takes to take Hubbard's tunes beyond original blipping 3-channels. This Commando rmx is even better than IK+, to me both are just filled with the right energy up to the limits. There might be a little better synth orchestra - but still this qualifies for the best remix of 2009. |
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Commando (Sound of SceneSat Edit) - arranged by FirestormReview by Ryrynz, 20/12/2009 Wow… It's beat Rastan as the greatest track of all time on RKO… quite a feat.What an amazing tune to listen to, very much reminds me of the Unreal Tournament tracks. Firestorm, you have created a track which sounds so amazingly professional it really is no wonder it's hit number one. I very much look forward to similar remixes from you in future… Well done. There needs to be a new smiley made for this track. |
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InCompleeto - arranged by VincenzoReview by LaLa, 18/12/2009 Hmm, well, not exactly the style I expected for this wacky SID, but it sorta works. Great intro, interesting Hammond lead, I kinda like the improvisational midpart jamming (where it steers away from the original), horribly abrupt change to edginess towards the end, way too abrupt ending, and that's what really brought down my rating for this remix. |
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Shades (in the rain) - arranged by MordiReview by LaLa, 17/12/2009 Where can I buy this mordifier plugin? It sounds awesome.😉What an epic! Although the main theme is based on Shades, I also hear a lot of Green Beret and Hysteria in there, all masterfully and convincingly slipped into the remix. This is such an ethereal and hauntingly beautiful piece of music… It's very enjoyable. The arrangement, the sound quality, the mastering - nothing to complain about here. |
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Commando (Sound of SceneSat Edit) - arranged by FirestormReview by LaLa, 17/12/2009 Wow. This is quite a tour de force!In style it reminds me of Jesper Kyd's and Richard Jacques' symphonic-electronic game soundtracks, and it's absolutely brilliant at that. It has a great variety of moods all interwoven so that it actually tells a story. So, the arrangement is simply brilliant, but it also brings a very professional sounding virtual orchestra to the table coupled with some well-placed electronic sounds and drums. I really look forward to hearing this remix as-is performed by a real orchestra at a game music festival! |
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Maniac Mansion Theme (feat. Mitch van Hayden) - arranged by AmokReview by skyrunner, 12/12/2009 Great, thats just teh shit. Just the last days I was listening to the other remixes of this tune (of course there are already some good ones but…), wishing there would be a version like this one.While freaking out, it suddenly was over at 1:30 playtime. wtf? You can't be serious?! I felt like a child whose lollipop got stolen. ^^ Of course I know the original is only 1:30, too but nevertheless… So, to show my disappointment its only a grey face at artistry, although its clearly a red one too like the other both categories. No one with some common sense could really critisize Amoks technical skills. ^^ Although sounding modern (of course) Amok catched all that nostalgic feeling. Will fit that 3d remake perfectly. I'm looking forward to that game too. Well, please everyone voting sign that petition: We demand a longplay version!!! |
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Pooyan (subtune 1) - arranged by WolkReview by Anbalsilfer, 19/11/2009 Listen to this mix.Then listen to the original. To actually take that crappy over-speeded piece of *#! and turn it into something not only listenable but both wildly amusing and quite catchy is nothing short of masterful! Kudos to Wolk for creating one of my favorite C64 remixes to date. |
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Great Giana Sisters (PTTM Distortion Remix) - arranged by Sonic WandererReview by Anbalsilfer, 19/11/2009 This remix is so awesome compared to the original it is scary! Its feeling and style fits the original very well, possibly with the exception of the lead theme synth which feels slightly over the edge and out of place. The original song is also somewhat monotonous and bland, which this mix doesn't completely remedy. Still definitely one of the best remixes out there to date. |
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Ghosts n' Goblins (from hell) - arranged by Mongo ErectusReview by Anbalsilfer, 19/11/2009 This is a dancefloor-style remix of ghosts'n'goblins that is quite different in feeling and style from the original, but still manages to evoke strong feelings of nostalgia. The quality is a huge improvement from the original. In this case it is a good thing that the artist has dared to step away from the quirky SID qualities of the C64 as they don't really add to the musical value of this particular song like they do for for example the Commando signature theme. Not a lot of original arrangement added, but a masterful rework nonetheless. The ending feels a bit snubbed, though. |
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Rampage - arranged by LManReview by Anbalsilfer, 19/11/2009 This is one of those rare remixes that takes a mediocre but still memorable original and turns it into something extraordinary. This remix adds a whole new sound to the tune. The remixer's artistic work is great. Unfortunately the original tune is somewhat bland and lacking in identity sometimes, a factor which the remix does not altogether manage to compensate for. Still, the improvement is so huge as to be barely credible. |
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Lotus Turbo Challenge II - Intro - Turbo Disco Mix - arranged by Laín CoubertReview by Anbalsilfer, 19/11/2009 This remix gives you simply more of the same friggin' awesomeness that was the original song, and does a good job of it. A new intro is the main novelty here, but it makes all the difference, allowing this great tune to be carried over from the Amiga to the club dancefloor. |
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Space Harrier - arranged by dokmatikReview by Anbalsilfer, 19/11/2009 This is easily one of the best old classic arcade remixes I have ever heard. The original Space Harrier theme was quite catchy and memorable, but a bit lacking in genre identity. Dokmatik has created a version that retains the original catchiness and even increases the tension of suspense of the original, while successfully introducing the song into a genre where it fits extremely well: naïve retro-psychedelic sci-fi. This arrangement qualifies for the very top of sci-fi signature themes in my view.The chord sequence in the transition between the introduction and the main theme is nothing short of ingenius. This is one of those rare remixes where nothing has been lost, but the final result adds several new layers that harmonize perfectly with the original. Fabulous work! |
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International Karate - arranged by Chris AbbottReview by LMan, 09/11/2009 Dramatically underrated classic synth remix of a classic SID tune. Don't be fooled by the upload date, this is a piece of c64 remixing history from pre remix. kwed.org times.Apart from a careful arrangement and instrument selection, this remix features a pure reverence for Hubbard's masterpiece, but at the same time isn't afraid to enhance even further. Nearly a decade old, this still competes with the best. It's beautiful. |
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Alien (Standard Edit) - arranged by Joe McPanicReview by LMan, 09/11/2009 Reminiscent of 80s pure synth productions, which is nice. More careful work could have been done on the sound selection, especially regarding the drums.Also, a couple of surprises in the arrangement to spice it up would have been nice. Enjoyable! |
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I Miss You(C64 Remix) - arranged by Suvak ZajosReview by LaLa, 23/10/2009 It is said that the borderline between genius and madness is pretty thin. Well, this self-remix is teetering on the very edge of both.Imagine the stereotypical mad scientist with unkempt white hair and all tinkering with a SID-based analog synthesizer. That lead is just absolutely crazy, which is especially amazing considering how tame the original SID sounds in comparison. I'm no fan of the arpeggios, I think they should always be turned into chords, but they work fine here to make it sound even more chaotic. But, but, BUT! The REAL icing on the cake to me is the ending: that crazy-ass speech declaring how it misses the Commodore 64 - that made me laugh out loud! So, I think people will either hate this tune or love it. I vote for it being the work of a genius. Or, to summarize it with a single Hungarian word: qrvajó!!! =) |
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Deflektor (Deflektions of My Life) - arranged by Mutherpluckin' BReview by Chris Abbott, 21/10/2009 Very faithful to the spirit of the original, though it's got a lot of competition in the Deyo stakes! Sounds very live! I'm giving a red for sheer effort, plus it sounds like a lot of fun at the recording😊 |
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Fred Gray Medley - arranged by Jogeir LiljedahlReview by Chris Abbott, 07/10/2009 Sounds like Tony Banks does Fred Gray, which is a good thing in my book. Bonus marks for doing new stuff!Moving to the Mutants in the middle, there's some really nice restructuring and noodling which got me smiling. The move to the solo bit is very nice, though the lead could do with slightly more staccato to give the melody a bit more bite. I love the solo bits upward bits, just the right amount of delay. Then it turns Genesis again… circa 1979 (without Mike Rutherford, unfortunately). And then… West Bank? Didn't see that coming… lovely old school Amiga and delay feel… some nice arpeggios, but struggles slightly against the repetitive nature of the source material to stay focussed (or is that just me?). I don't think I would have stayed focussed on this tune for that long without building to something more… Really nice ending to wrap it up nicely. Overall, very red-worthy: old school and proud of it. |
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Wizball (Electronica) - arranged by Gustav TaxénReview by infamous, 01/10/2009 I remember the arguments this caused when it was 1st released, not many people really got what was going on here.This to me is the single most original piece of music on this entire site… it also to me follows the guideline of remix far better than anyone else has EVER managed to so far. This should be a template for others in my opinion, to not be afraid to do something different, dont follow the herd like a sheep and make what YOU see as music… some will get it some wont. The idea which must have come around after taking far too much ketamine or something is a genius one, its the hunter S thompson of tunes, the andy warhol, the damien hurst… whatever radical you might want to add into that list, it dares to be very different and is perfect for it. Wizball is in there (its the main theme if you can't hear it) but its lost under layer after layer of sumptuous synth and pads, it starts as it means to go on, it reminds me in some ways of jarres stuff only far more minimal (and listenable… sorry I bloody hate jarre… posturing french twat stuck in a timewarp of the early 80's constantly trying to milk the last drips of his undeserved fame all showman with no show) and thought provoking, how many tunes on here are thought provoking?… seriously. I can totally understand why so many marked it down so low, its NOT a conventional piece of music and of course my opinion shouldn't be a reflection of what i think the entire scene should think, its just my opinion… but this is the best tune on rko to me for being so bare, open to interpretation and for that… beautiful. Give it a listen and see if you can see the pretty face under the mask, you never know you might just like it. |
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Terramex Schizo RMX v0.8 - arranged by J KrafftReview by OJ Oscillation, 26/09/2009 This one cuts my feelings about it in half.the slow 1st part really kicks the emotion of the tune. dark, lofied and deep. this gets my attention really quick. a busting sample (is it spock?) appears with delay. the lead is very overwhelimg and cool. the break also fits very well. but now it turns, like the original, into a dance tune (and this is where the sid lacks). instead using the unique style at the 1st part, krafft turns to the origin dance part, which is done in a standard remix way. i wish he somehow managed to stay at the athmosphere before and added some signals from the second part. overall it is a very good tune and it is added to my collection. |
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Flimbo's Quest (Live at The Church) - arranged by Reyn OuwehandReview by LaLa, 22/09/2009 Arrrgh!! You know, Reyn, there's a reason this POS Optigan was forgotten: because it sounds like crap. Look at the shouts: this sound reminds people of the turn-of-the-century - but this instrument was created much later in the 1970s! It already sounded outdated at the time it came out! Youch! Give me a Hammond organ or even a Mellotron over this one any time.Your keyboard skills are impeccable, the arrangement is fun, the banjo backing from the Optigan is a nice touch, but dang, I just can't get over that crappy sound. 😊 |
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Absence of Faith (Semper Dubito) - arranged by SlaygonReview by NecroPolo, 16/09/2009 After spending some time with this odd / wonderful track, it is clearly my #1 this year, so far. I will not analyse sound, arrangement, all typical factors - they are okay anyway and this time I really don't feel any need for pointing out my subjective opinion (in objective wrapping) of what is good and wrong with something great.///… Of course guitar playing blah and midpart blah, bassline blahblah. 😊 /// Considering faith… It is only a matter of choice. Just have faith in music. Fuel for your life, cure for your pain. The best lover, the best friend, the best political party, the best religion. The best yourself. You must see that if you look back. Regards, NP |
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Short Circuit 4 (Dischord Disco) - arranged by vurtXReview by NecroPolo, 27/08/2009 I am sure that this track is the boldest remix on this site.Idea, technical competence and sound all serve one and only purpose: capturing the nature of chaos, without compromises. It remains true to itself and it makes it one of the finest underground tracks around here as it goes a totally opposite direction from the vast majority of remixes that, hidden or obvious, admitted or not, are made to be liked. These end up running the same loops again and again as everyone did before, uncountable times. But mind that: the predictable and monotonous is slow decay and death - the experimental and chaotic is fertile and evolving. |
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Turrican 2 - Secret Dungeons (Level 2-1) Juli Sane RMX - arranged by Juli SaneReview by MistralNight, 24/07/2009 If TurricaN was ever made in modern times it would have this song in it. You brought it up to date with an excellent bass track and fantastic melody which improves upon the original track. The entrance of the bass near the beginning is especially powerful. At high volume this track is awesome and chilled out, and I think this deserves a better rating than it's gotten. Even friends of mine who never played TurricaN have enjoyed it, so it's not just nostalgia.This is my favourite ever TurricaN remix, and you are one of my favourite arrangers. Please keep making more remixes you are very talented! |
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Ninja (Traditional mix) - arranged by ANTAIReview by nd4spd, 10/07/2009 I wasn't terribly impressed with this rendition of this tune. However, having said that, it is still one of the better remixes of Rob Hubbard's Ninja and is certainly worth a listen. |
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Ishar 2 - InGame tune 3 (Szudi^Implexy RMx) - arranged by SzudiReview by karl_xii, 03/07/2009 Perfect instruments, drums and tempo. It seldoms happens but I think this is really much better than the original. Clear and crisp and vastly improved. |
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Warhawk (Don't Feed the Warhawk mix) - arranged by Mutherpluckin' BReview by LaLa, 01/07/2009 Awesome folk-rock intro (ZZ Top?), I wish the entire tune was kept in that style. I was fully expecting some vocals after that, but the sharp synth lead starting from 0:45 totally destroyed the feeling. I like the lead from 2:57 much better. Then from 3:35 the piano (which is too weak btw) is a welcome change that brings us back to folk-rock territory. The outro is amazing again, like the intro was.All in all, the basic idea is great, the backing tracks are arranged very well. Change or at least tone down that sharp synth lead, and it'll surely get some red smilies! |
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Spellbound (Orchestral) - arranged by LaLaReview by Craze, 22/06/2009 Yes! This is 100% nostalgia for me. 😊Spellbound is a song that I've wanted to make a remix on for a long while. Hearing this one has convinced me there is absolutely no artistic reason for a new version. Great intro and the drum from 0:20 builds up nicely. You have used a lot of different instruments in this arrangement. The only thing I can complain about is the quality of the instrument bank that is used. Not sure if it's MIDI or not, but I see that the composition is from 2002. At that point there was not that much stuff on the market for affordable prices. Today, I use Nexus 2 (Dance Orchestra expansion)and Garritan Personal Orchestra myself. I'd be very interested to see what you could accomplish with those instruments. 2:10… where the fiddle comes in is superp. 2:55… ahh… wonderful with the choir and… hmm xylophone-something? Just great! You are using the percussions in an excellent way! Gong, cymbal and metalworks and bells etc are used in a creative way and it enriches the arrangement a lot, making up for the quality of the weaker instruments. Knowing that there are many older tunes with MIDI instruments much higher up the charts here, I'd say this tune is severely underrated. I'd like to put it somewhere in top 200. Maybe even top 100. 😊 Cheers, mate! |
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