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Gloriously Slain (Buried in the Valley of Kings) - arranged by LarsecReview by DHS, 15/09/2003 Smooth, elegant, smart. Those words aren't enough to describe this cover. You *have* to listen for yourself. This one deserve at least a 6 months at #1 in the charts. |
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R1D1 (Rheingold Mix) - arranged by ifadeoReview by immacolata, 15/09/2003 The author states: People who didn't like my Delta work should better do NOT d/l this tune…Well I beg to differ. ifadeo has managed to made this tune sound very like something wrung out of an analog syntehsizer of the 70s or 80s - very good and easy going. It's a fitting tune in the vein of Loops, Storm and Hunter's Moon. It is following the melody of the original SID but ifadeo has added lots of extra, quirky little instruments and passages that I like. It makes for a rich and saturated song without getting too much. I didnt particuarly like ifadeo's Delta remix, but this one just REEKS of genuine ifadeo quality. Much better than his first R1D1-remix - I recommend this song highly. |
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Glider Rider (Happy Clappy Mix) - arranged by BozReview by immacolata, 15/09/2003 Introduction gets off a bit bad with a highly uninspiring drum track, then proceeds to slowly build into the SID tune. On a few occassions you hear a Vocoder kind of voice saying something, while adding a nice effect, it just comes off as a bit cheesy in my ears. I guess it might be because I get painful flashbacks to the All your Base Are Belong To Us-flash video, which uses this voice extensively.As the tune progresses the remixer plays with different instruments, but it only really gets into something beautifil around the 2:30 mark and towards the end of the tune. While Glider Rider is one awesome piece of SID, this remix doesn't quite do it's predecessor justice. The drum track ruins it for me, and in the end I actually prefer the original SID to this. |
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Bravestarr - arranged by LMan & SunflowerReview by immacolata, 15/09/2003 Im quite impressed by it. I have no idea whether it is trance or rave as the remixers claim it is a tribute to, but it does the SID piece justice. The introduction and ending has some speech and whinneying which I believe is sampled from the old cartoon series - the voice must be Sunflower's. Makes a good transition to the main tune which carries on in a slightly mellow style with a rich assortment of instruments, which really sets it apart from so much other music out there. Perhaps the drum could have been made less powerful, but this is small potatoes. Overall a nice remix that I recommend you listen to, even if you aren't familiar with the original piece. |
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Last Ninja (extended) - arranged by Instant RemedyReview by xgener8or, 12/09/2003 As a dance-techno track this is golden. But as a nostalgic trip to ancient Japan, it is not. Great beat but if you close your eyes and listen to it, you can't really imagine walking through the lush gardens of Shogun Kunitoki, but instead, dancing in a modern club It's a great track in itself. Good points in all aspects except nostalgic impression. |
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Armageddon Man (Vocal Jazz feat. Karin Öjehagen) - arranged by MahoneyReview by xgener8or, 12/09/2003 In one word: Fantastic!In many words: This remix is a one of a kind. It really captures the listener. Very professional sounding. The vocals are beautiful enough to give you chills. I can't really find anything bad to say about this piece. Fan-friggin-tastic |
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Nostalgate (Voice of the Long Lost Past) - arranged by LarsecReview by xgener8or, 12/09/2003 Nice remix. I have never heard the original so I get nonostalgic impressionOverall it is nice, but the reverb is slightly too in your face. At some points the whole thing just drowns in reverberation. You should make the reverb a tad shorter. Also some pops/scratch was audible in the sound. But if you overlook those little technical details I like this one a lot. Sounds majestic. |
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Forbidden Forest - arranged by LeeReview by maindrian, 12/09/2003 Yup, big fan of this.A remix, custom made for winding down and relaxing, which isnt something you'd expect of a creepy tune like Forbidden Forest. Its just pure acoustic guitars and sheer bliss. So go make yourself a mug of cocoa, find a big comfy chair, put this remix on and imagine you're sipping wine somewhere in the south of France or something. I heartily reccommend this for all of those who want something different. |
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Target Renegade - arranged by PetersReview by xgener8or, 11/09/2003 Overall, it is a nice effort. But there is such a thing as too much reverb, and this piece is a poster-boy for that term… |
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Wizball (Ball Of Wiz jazz mix) - arranged by Jesper Jakobsen (Tusc)Review by xgener8or, 11/09/2003 Very very nice. But could have used a better piano sample. Thu current one sounds a bit dull and flat. Otherwise, top stuff. |
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Wizball (Juno 106 remix) - arranged by oceanReview by xgener8or, 11/09/2003 Yes I agree with the others, this is pretty good, but the distortion does not really fit. Maybe you should removethe edgeand just go with a clean sound |
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Black Lamp (Come and Claim It!) - arranged by LarsecReview by Tas, 11/09/2003 Lars here attempts to make the synth guitar sound very real and does so with great competence. The arrangement is very clever and the overall sound picture is impressive to say the least. The backing with some very clever attacking drums patterns is the highlight here mixed with some cool vocal samples. Although the tune actually succeeds for the majority of the time i cannot say overall that i would listen to this repeatedly, it one of those tunes you'd listen to and admire instantly but then would never return maybe this is due to lack of variety or something i can't quite put my finger on. Lars improves all the time and with the dedicztion he shows to his music i think there's more to come from Larsec, it's just a matter of time. |
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Supremacy and Myth of Poseidon - arranged by Markus SchneiderReview by Tas, 11/09/2003 As markus becomes more and more adept at being orchestral and thus his work behind the scene is beginning to show more and more within his remixes. This has much of what orchestral is all about great orchestral instruments and dramatic and then softer sections. Markus has come along way from when he first made his mark on remix64 and continues to improve with every arrangement. Although he has still someway to go the signs are good and at this rate if he continues as he is we will be treated to some magnificent work within a 6 months to a year. As for the tune there's little wrong with it, apart from maybe the ending which i feel could have been stretched a little more as it does finish a little instantanious.Good work here, and a worthy contender for the top 10. |
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Hypa-Ball (Arena mix) - arranged by Andreas RomanReview by Tas, 11/09/2003 debutee Andreas Roman tackles Hypaball in a synthy pop way using some nice choice of instruments and some clever ideas. It's basically a very close cover of the original sid but there's enough there to stamp his authority on his remix. It may lack that killing bite but overall it's a very valiant effort and lovers of the original will not be disapointed. Good start from Roman and i hope there's more to come. |
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Supremacy and Myth of Poseidon - arranged by Markus SchneiderReview by jemym, 10/09/2003 Well. Quickly said, although its not *entirely* myth this is my favorite Myth cover up to date, at least the most original…Smoothly blended with Supremacy doesnt make this cover any worse. Both the originals are great, and this cover picks up everything that is worth to love in both of them. This is the second 'blended' Myth cover I have heard, and the other (Glyn R Brown) are great as well (well worth a download), but in Glyn's version, myth does not play a central role (its more about Antiriad). Anyway, its well worth the download. |
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International Karate (Simple Mix) - arranged by Gemini 64Review by xgener8or, 09/09/2003 Very atmospheric synthey remix, yet retaining the original oriental feeling. Very nice work! This is my kind of remix, not anything too flashy andoriginaljust the real thing with great sounding samples and effects. |
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Supremacy and Myth of Poseidon - arranged by Markus SchneiderReview by carlsson, 09/09/2003 This sounds like (end credits from) a movie. The french horn/clarinet at 4:05 reminds me of John Williams, maybe from Far and Away. Partially it also reminds me of Raphael Gesqua's (Audiomonster) Amiga moduleThe War. Unfortunately I've never heard Jeroen Tel's original music before, so I can't judge on nostalgic, but the the different themes from several SIDs (isn't it?) melt together very nicely into a 5+ minute musical landscape. Very pleasing! |
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Black Lamp (Come and Claim It!) - arranged by LarsecReview by LMan, 08/09/2003 Larsec's Black Lamp mix intially takes a while to capture you. But when it does, it does so fully - and by the time the break sets in, you'll find yourself rocking your head, at the latest. Apart from that, the tune is well produced, with the typical Larsec-esque atmosphere. A quite different approach to a great SID, an overall outstanding effort. |
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Wizball (Juno 106 remix) - arranged by oceanReview by omoroca, 08/09/2003 Outstanding drive and passion. This really makes you stomp your feet. If you like Techno and you like the Wizball main theme, then you will LOVE this track! |
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Wizball High Score (Sax Solo) - arranged by markgReview by omoroca, 08/09/2003 Arrgh! This guy sux on the sax. Does he know the meaning of the wordrhythmat all? Poor effort! Sucks! |
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Wizball (Ball Of Wiz jazz mix) - arranged by Jesper Jakobsen (Tusc)Review by omoroca, 08/09/2003 This Jesper Guy's a virtuoso on the piano, he creates a whole new piece of music by putting the Wizball highscore song into new worlds of harmony and atmosphere. Without (like many other arrangers) giving the impression he accidently mixed up the harmonies, he switches between major and minor in a different way than the original does and hereby surprises the listener. |
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Supremacy and Myth of Poseidon - arranged by Markus SchneiderReview by tom, 06/09/2003 Well, a typical Markus Schneider-Orchestral arrangement, but it works well!!The arrangment is very clever in itself and the sounds are well choosen. Only the bass frequencies are a bit too much for my ears, but that's a question of taste. Put ya hands up in the air, Markus😉 |
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Dutch Breeze/Robocop 3 (Progressive Uplift) - arranged by LagerfeldtReview by LMan, 03/09/2003 You cannot listen to Lagerfeldt'sDutch Breezeinterpretation without feeling the urge of getting on your feet and dance. I just love those juicy drums on this one. The proper usage of SID samples maintains enough of nostalgia, while Lagerfeldt's production standard is obviously top notch studio quality. An excellent dance track, punchy, fresh, and perfectly produced. |
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Target Renegade - arranged by PetersReview by godzylla, 01/09/2003 I think the music has a dark park-feeling. I can't remember if this game had anywalk in the park level, but I'm sure I've played such a level somewhere. The reverb-filled spooky soundwaves and the mental images of a lone renegade smashing the badguy's face under a parklight beside a bench and a garbagecan. It's something sad, haunting, terrorizing and frightening about that… in a way… sort of… Dreams! This is what the sid-tunes do to your head. This tune gives that recall! Great! |
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Cauldron II - I am a Pumpkin Man - arranged by traumaReview by lagerfeldt, 17/08/2003 A highly original production, perhaps *the* most original on RKO.It's quite a surprise once the beat starts but it all works better than could be expected, although after the first high point it never reaches another climax. Top marks for originality, something which lifts this remix above most other songs on RKO. Finally the remix seems to perfectly capture the untangible madness of a lunatic getting more and more insanely frustrated (a situation we all can relate to when trying to beat a monstrously difficult game at 3 am in the morning). |
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Out Run (2 Acoustic) - arranged by dor-xReview by minsk, 15/08/2003 Oh - this is great. I'd love to hear more competent acoustic versions of old C64 favourites. This guy can really play. |
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Firelord - Symphonic - arranged by Glyn R BrownReview by red_devil, 14/08/2003 Oh my, how many hours did it take for this one? This tune is very good. As a matter of fact, it's so good that you could think that this was recorded with a live orcestra (just some bits are giving it away). It's sounds abit like the Settlers (amiga game) tunes.If this was performed by a live orchestra you could easily think that it was made by Hans Zimmer for the Gladiator movie. |
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Dutch Breeze/Robocop 3 (Progressive Uplift) - arranged by LagerfeldtReview by red_devil, 14/08/2003 OH YES!This is totally awesome! The remix couldn't be done any better, the lead sound that's crucial for this tune is perfect. To some it up, this is THE f***ing remix for this tune. It goes on repeat now for the last hour, I even added it on my mobile phone The original sid was the best tune on the Dutch Breeze demo. So, Lagerfeldt, when will you remake Flip flop (also from Dutch Breeze)? I'm waiting. Good work! |
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Last Ninja 2 - The Basement (evil mix) - arranged by Tac DibarReview by maindrian, 09/08/2003 Now this hits the spot. I've wanted a decent synth version of this tune for ages, but this isnt decent… Its awesome. As is my way, I like music that takes you somewhere, fuels your imagination. And Tac has more than catered in that aspect. The whole remix has the feel of a chaotic sci-fi battle. It sounds like something that could have come from a Command & Conquer game, only bigger. I like the lead out melody too, very memorable.I cannot praise this remix enough. Filmic, atmospheric and well put together. |
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Zorro (Small Ensemble) - arranged by J RooneyReview by jemym, 08/08/2003 Now, I cannot claim that I ever liked the original, but Rooney have something going here. If he didnt, I wouldnt bother about writing this.This tune is a flamenco song, so Rooney have given everything a remix can offer when it comes to flamenco. We have the tamburine, the spanish guitar, the castanet, the clapping hands, all wrapped into the old Zorro theme. We have the instruments used correctly, which is fitting for a tune like this. So where does Rooney's attempt fall? A class of newbie musicians often play music perfectly, every tone right, but they do it very sterile, without emotion. And thats what this piece sounds like. Its perfect, with every tone right, but even if its perfect, it lacks the personality and karma that real flamenco is about. Real musicians does not play every tune perfectly timed according to the notes. They add their own personality, feel and emotions to the song. Imagine yourself a dancefloor with colorful spanish dancers with wonderful dresses, and a charisma that could drop anyone of the opposite gender miles away. Imagine yourself musicians with the karma only spanish musicians have. Imagine sweat and closed eyes. Imagine musicians that live for their music, and plays like it was a part of their own soul. To hit the spot, this song needs less perfectness and more powerful karma. Spend awhile listening on tunes like El Mariachi and Pippo Noviello… and then get back there and try again. Best Regards JemyM |
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