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TLI Intro 1 (it's kaos) - arranged by Tim Forsyth

Review by Eivind Sommersten, 30/11/2024

Fantastic intro - the piano could be better, NOT because of the performance, which is great, but because of the sound/mix and general feeling. I concede it could be down to personal taste but taking the piece as a whole I would want a softer, higher sound for the intro. It would serve as a great contrast to what's coming (it already does, but would be more pronounced). Love the brass of course - how could I not 😊 When the synths come in and the drop, OMG Tim! Holy crap! Given even more listens I think this might become my new Favorite Forsyth™!
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Tetris [Mariko's Tale] (Encore64 V2) - arranged by Barry Leitch

Review by NinoMegaDriver, 30/11/2024

I've been a huge fan of Barry's since the first time I discovered he was the author of my favorite game tunes. Barry is such an astonishing music creator, he's methodical to details and incredibly innovative in his melodies and use of scales. It doesn't surprise me at all that he remixed (afaik) the longest C64 tune. I can listen to this all day and not just 27 minutes.
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Nemesis (Encore64 V2) - arranged by Mattias Brian

Review by Dees Productions, 29/11/2024

This sounds so rich and bold. Feels like the music from the arcade version. The spirit is there and your additional notes and texture are just enriching the tune even more! Awesome!
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Fist II [Song 2] (Encore64 V2) - arranged by Mattias Brian

Review by Dees Productions, 29/11/2024

Many have tried to extend this tune but a very few managed to do it like this! You've added so many extra bits that fits in the whole tune. Now I will only hear this version when I play Fist II LOVE it!
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Last Ninja 2 [Street Loader] (Encore64 V2) - arranged by Jogeir Liljedahl

Review by Dees Productions, 29/11/2024

I am out of words how sweet this sounds. Again deadly close to the original but then you take it to another level with your JL signature! I love how you blended in Matt Gray's drums, small detail but made it shine that extra. Just outstanding!
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Bitter Sweet (Encore64 V2) - arranged by Tomsk

Review by Dees Productions, 29/11/2024

Great take on one of the most emotional SIDs ever written. You've taken it to a different place. It feels like you gave all the players freedom to improvise parts from the original SID. Nevertheless it keeps close to the original! Perhaps a bit too much at some times, but hey that's what remixing is all about.
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Xenophobe [feat. Necropolo] (Encore64 V2) - arranged by Teo

Review by Dees Productions, 29/11/2024

Great piece of remix. Sounds are well produced and has it all. Good work 😊
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Illumination (Encore64 V2) - arranged by Glyn R Brown

Review by Dees Productions, 29/11/2024

The original SID is a masterpiece itself. But this is beyond SID imagination. This could be Vangelis meeting a drummer! The sounds are a journey themself! Excellent is a weak word for how dazzling catch and release this remix is! One of the best!
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Compleeto [feat. Romeo Knight] (Encore64 V2) - arranged by LMan

Review by Dees Productions, 29/11/2024

Love the soundscapes and arrangement. All is there and the tight sound makes it awesome. And to have Romeo creaming the guitar like a god is just what we want! TB-SIDoSID with talkbox! This is it!
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Tetris [Mariko's Tale] (Encore64 V2) - arranged by Barry Leitch

Review by Dees Productions, 29/11/2024

To make a tune this length really takes what it takes. You've managed to add so many parts coming, staying and recalling the magic Wally Beben did on SID. So nice and capturing. Gives me goosebump!
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Artillery (Encore64 V2) - arranged by Jogeir Liljedahl

Review by Dees Productions, 29/11/2024

Not only did you stay close to the original you managed to take it to the next level. Again the arrangement is top notch. The drums, the background, the base is there and then the amazing lead sweeps in. This is one of the best remixes I ever heard! RESPECT.
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Ocean Loader III (Encore64 V2) - arranged by Jogeir Liljedahl

Review by Dees Productions, 29/11/2024

A true star that shines bright in the sky! This remix has so much details in it but stays close to the original. The arrangement is exceptional great! And the extra bits added, do really reflect your JL-signature that's been a dream since the Amiga years. Amazing selection of instruments.
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Warhawk [feat. Bass Cadet] (Encore64 V2) - arranged by Romeo Knight

Review by Dees Productions, 29/11/2024

Warhawk is one of the best songs ever made. To take on such a tune is not an easy task. The theremin sings perfectly as the magnificent guitar licks smoothly in the background. Totally amazing with the tinypop drums and all the nuts and bolts. Keep it going!
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Green Beret (Encore64 V2) - arranged by Bass Cadet

Review by Dees Productions, 29/11/2024

The lead is like a voice from a singing SID! The drums really drive the song into a futuristic new wave style. Spooky and exceptional good. This is how you take on a deadly classic tune and put your own signature and touch to it!
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Plastic Pop [feat. Der Danko] (Encore64 V2) - arranged by Turbo Knight

Review by Dees Productions, 29/11/2024

This is the definition of true Synthpop! The background is brilliant and you feel the vibe. Nice leads, drums and the extra touch is the vocal and excellent vocoder!
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Supremacy (Encore64 V2) - arranged by Peter Clarke

Review by Dees Productions, 29/11/2024

To take it to this level is not a walk in the park. This remix feels like being alive in the chambre symphonic wellness. All the details, the extra hold and release parts. Simply a masterpiece!
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Supremacy (Encore64 V2) - arranged by Peter Clarke

Review by Hagar, 29/11/2024

Great orchestra remix with touch of some spagetti western and a bit of pirate soul dipped in blasting drums to wrap the Supremacy tune. Great work!
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Artillery (Encore64 V2) - arranged by Jogeir Liljedahl

Review by Tomsk, 29/11/2024

My favorite Jogeir track from the album. Basically - he never puts a foot wrong here, and still manages to suprise us with tempo and swing changes. The subtle soundscape is worthy of many a listen on headphones. I could live off the warmth this remix emits. Flawless!
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Illumination (Encore64 V2) - arranged by Glyn R Brown

Review by Tomsk, 29/11/2024

Cracking remix. Some beautiful sounds and all carefully crafted. The remix ebbs and flows, but that dreamy intro sold it to me. It's wonderful. Some tell-tale 'Glyn' at the 4 minute mark, but in many ways a departure from his trademark style. I for one - approve!
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Tetris [Mariko's Tale] (Encore64 V2) - arranged by Barry Leitch

Review by Tomsk, 29/11/2024

Downright awesome. Only a crazy person would attempt this….so there you go. All of the original great theme is here, including the re-created samples, plus loads more to admire. The thumping drums and oriental sounds are perfectly suited - and it must be noted ALL of the additonal work fits like it was always there. There's nothing that takes you out of the TETRIS ZONE. If you're a fan of this tune you're going to love this. If you've not heard it before, set aside 30 minutes - sit back, and soak it in.Fantastic work!
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Bitter Sweet (Encore64 V2) - arranged by Tomsk

Review by Glyn R. Brown, 29/11/2024

From what I believe, you never really had much time to piece this track together. If this is true, you managed to knock out out superb composition pal 😊 Great work.
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Compleeto [feat. Romeo Knight] (Encore64 V2) - arranged by LMan

Review by Glyn R. Brown, 29/11/2024

A powerful and energetic track. I knew this was going to be something pretty special in the end, simply because it was coming from LMan 😊… And the added guitar from Romeo Knight just elevates this track so much higher. Great work guys.
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Supremacy (Encore64 V2) - arranged by Peter Clarke

Review by Glyn R. Brown, 29/11/2024

Well it's Peter doing what Peter does best 😉Orchestral elements with sublime basslines. It always makes me envious of how you make your tracks sound like live recordings. Ooh & that ending, simply gorgeous. Superb work! 👍
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Tetris [Mariko's Tale] (Encore64 V2) - arranged by Barry Leitch

Review by Glyn R. Brown, 29/11/2024

Once this track begins, you have no choice but to sit and listen right through to the very last note. It's that captivating… I've heard this track many, many times now and I never grow tired of it, regardless of it's length, ha!… Fantastic work Barry 😉👍
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Supremacy (Encore64 V2) - arranged by Peter Clarke

Review by Jackal, 28/11/2024

To even come up with the concept of taking the Supremacy theme and taking it someplace it's never been (Morricone style) was genius.. Executed perfectly. When those fat French horns kick in its *chef's kiss*.. Excellent work by Mr. Clarke. I will concede that Despite my protests, Mr Clarke stuck to his guns on the musicbox section, and he was right to do it his way.
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Artillery (Encore64 V2) - arranged by Jogeir Liljedahl

Review by Turbo Knight, 28/11/2024

Absolutely fantastic remix. Love every sound on it Lush leads and stabbing chords, top mix and master. Me like!
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Compleeto [feat. Romeo Knight] (Encore64 V2) - arranged by LMan

Review by LaLa, 24/11/2024

It took no less than 3 legendary members of the scene, but we finally have a remix of Compleeto that is worthy of a red smilie! Romeo's lead guitar improvs over the bed are just out of this world. But the entire arrangement is top notch, I especially like the instrumentation which is totally spot-on. Absolutely smashing!
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Illumination (Encore64 V2) - arranged by Glyn R Brown

Review by LaLa, 24/11/2024

What a lovely soundscape! In style it's bending towards fantasy-cinematic, but it's far from being as cheesy as some of those tunes can be. In fact, it's quite touching. It's also majestic and dreamy… Also, thank you for introducing me to this SID, I did not know about it before.
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Green Beret (Encore64 V2) - arranged by Bass Cadet

Review by LaLa, 24/11/2024

The vocals, the Theremin… Wow.


I think it's unfortunate that the Theremin got typecast as a 'spooky' instrument only for horror movie soundtracks, because in the right hands it can be very expressive and emotional. Like here.


And then we also got a nice sax improv out of this remix, too. Pretty cool!


Welcome to the remix community, Bass Cadet! 🙂

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Bitter Sweet (Encore64 V2) - arranged by Tomsk

Review by LaLa, 24/11/2024

We all have our own ways to grieve. This is your way, Tomsk, and I'm with you.

Slowed down this piece is even more melancholic. Love the added choirs and vocals. The layers and layers of instruments in the climax. The vocal-driven coda.

Thank you, Tomsk, thank you from the bottom of my heart.

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