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Poseidon: Planet Eleven - arranged by AmpReview by Tas, 22/04/2003 I'm very curious of AMP, he's knocked up some really good remixes in the past and has some nifty ways of aproaching things. This remix is rather strange as it uses some unusual sounds, it's kinda like orchestral electrnonica mixed with an 80's beat. a rather unusual blend which works very well. Yes, why follow conventions when sometimes the best results are breaking the boundries.The lead instrument works very well, giving an unusual picture. However at times i feel the strings in the background are too electronic and rough, here a more orchestral string might have given it a smoother and less mangled feel, but what ever a more subtle string section was much more called for. However saying that, it's another great tune and remix from AMP, good effort |
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Target Renegade (Level 1) - arranged by Clayton MarslandReview by staffs, 22/04/2003 Being the brother of Clayton I'll pick this to pieces.Generally I was pleased with the overall sound. Driving guitar, easy dance beat and was fairly well produced. Although he could have spent a bit more time on it. The 'Sid type' sound which provided the main melody line of the song let the arrangement down considerably. It seemed to take the life away from the punching original sid. The drive of the rest of the instruments was there. Perhaps a guitar line melody throughout the song would have been more appropriate, with some sort of phaser effect perhaps. I did love the 'Brian May' type guitar orchestration which he seems to do quite well usually. Unfortunately when the MIDI drums were being recorded, they occasionally went out of time. I noticed this a lot towards the end of the song. Doesn't quite make me want to grab my baseball bat and start roaming the streets. It is better than some of his other efforts I've heard, which incidently did make me want to grab a baseball bat and have it roam around his face. Overall a good job but hoping for artistic improvement next time. Keep an eye out for a joint venture between us… A remix of 'Speedball' |
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Miss ParkPatrol takes a Break (feat.Elsa Persson) - arranged by MahoneyReview by craigg, 22/04/2003 Another typically quirky remix finds its way from Mahoney's warped brain to RKO. I'm not sure what's in the water where he lives, but I'm sure we'd all like some of it… Anyway, Park Patrol is on a mission to funk, with its catchy riff rendered in warbly female vocals, occasionally giving way to a crunchy rendition of Breakdance. It breaks lots of rules, and shouldn't work, but it does. It's catchy, toe-tapping stuff, which will have lovers of straightforward SID remixes running for the hills and everyone else wondering what on earth they just heard, before wanting to hear it again, just one more time… |
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Target Renegade (Level 1) - arranged by Clayton MarslandReview by craigg, 22/04/2003 Once in a while a remix comes along that manages to succeed for me, despite the lack of nostalgia. While not being all that familiar with the original, I enjoyed listening to Marsland's effort all the same. The build into the main part of the piece seems almost filmic, and works well, with elements being gradually introduced to the mix. Wisely, he then chooses to offset the complex, 'noodly' lead with a relentless, engrossing beat, which rapidly becomes hypnotic and seems to hold the piece together. It would be all too easy to drag this track on and on, but it ends at a suitable 'pop' 3:15 before it's in any danger of becoming dull. Recommended. |
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Last Ninja 2 - The Basement - arranged by Dave BrybeReview by craigg, 22/04/2003 While it may not have been to everyone's taste, Zombie Nation at least proved that competent, mainstream dance remixes of C64 tunes are perhaps the way to commercial viability. This mix sits squarely in the same field--a fast, energetic techno tune, which would not be out of place in clubs across the land. However, in the conversion to this style, the piece has lost most of the soul of the original. Dance music aficionados will most likely lap this up, but stoic fans of the original SID should probably steer clear. |
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Target Renegade (Level 1) - arranged by Clayton MarslandReview by maindrian, 22/04/2003 Oh my, it's really something special here.I wont go into the technical aspect of this remix, all I know is that it sounds good. And what more could you possibly need? Some excellent guitar, a thumping beat and a classy sheen? You got it. I was going to remix this sid myself. Consider that scrapped folks, this is the definitive version. Makes me want to roam the mean streets with a baseball bat. |
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Delta (Mario edit) - arranged by CicaloneReview by eliot, 22/04/2003 Hmm… minimalistic is not always the best choice… and what hasMario(the Nintendo one?) to do with it? At least we can all remember this tune, but avoiding the download is a good choice. |
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Pharao (The End Mix) - arranged by troubyReview by eliot, 22/04/2003 Hmm… why does he not mention that thisremixis a cover of Charles Deenen's Ala Galwhich itself is a cover of Demonic Part 1by Neil Baldwin??? (damn, where is the smiley with the? on it's head?) So I can not really imagine what Pharaohas to do with this remix I guess he has a lack of inspiration, because to add only some drums and baseline(s) does not fit for a remix. But he's lucky, due the fact I love Ala Galhe gets a goodwhich he does not really deserve. |
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Dragons Lair 2 - The Romantic River Epic - arranged by MaindrianReview by eliot, 22/04/2003 What does a heavy distorted guitar do into anromantic river epicremix? Sadently, it infears with a really nice attempt of this tune. I guess everyone would be grateful if you will remove this junkand upload this tune again Due this heavy distoreted guitar I can only give a goodbecause it really ruins this tune. |
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Wizball (Electronica) - arranged by Gustav TaxénReview by eliot, 22/04/2003 Doeselectronicameans one 3:07 sweep? He may have titled it as Sanxion (Electronica)and I bet I would not listen any difference Beside that I can not hear any musichere, but Gustav showes us, what stereo means and technically it's perfect. |
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Last Ninja (The Mountain) - arranged by SoAReview by eliot, 22/04/2003 A remix should contain more than one chunk of a rememberable part of the original, I guess. This remix is in fact an own tune with 30 seconds of subtune 6Last Ninja, quite nice, with drums not fitting. So, I'm unsure what the arranger want to tell us, maybe he won't. |
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Target Renegade (Level 1) - arranged by Clayton MarslandReview by eliot, 22/04/2003 Clayton's second attempt remixing a C64 tune is quite nice. It's very similar to the original especially the lead (instrument), with many guitars as background- and supporting-instruments giving this tune a nice punch. The drums don't vary, which is a lack indeed, also some crackles and a small stereo panorama muddy my listen experience. |
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Spy cello vs spy pizzi - arranged by golReview by eliot, 22/04/2003 Hmm… the usage of classical instruments doesn't turn a tune intoSymphony, it's more Classical. The variation of some quite unharmonicnotes turns this tune unsatisfying to me, and makes me feel sad, the original doesn't. Besides that this attempt is quite nice but nothing breath-taking with a leak of variation. |
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Last Ninja 2 - The Basement - arranged by Dave BrybeReview by eliot, 22/04/2003 Welcome to remix64 and remix. kwed. org Dave!I can't count how many Last Ninja 2remixes we already got here and this one goes into the wrong direction. Even done as hardcore tekkno (it's not trance ) it should remain the spirit of the original and this spirit went away It's fast, it's tekkno, but that's all, I hope Dave does better next time. |
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Miss ParkPatrol takes a Break (feat.Elsa Persson) - arranged by MahoneyReview by eliot, 22/04/2003 For anyone who did not find the. sids, should take a look at the "GAMES" directory into the HVSC "A-FBreak_Dance. sid" and "M-RPark_Patrol. sid".This "remix" is really amazing, because it honors quite unpopular. sids, I can only remember "Break Dance", "Park Patrol" left without any impression into my neural network. Yes, I guess most people will leave this remix beside, it's really very unusual and I can imagine the many reviews explaining why it's crap For me it's an impressive, intuitive, jazzy, powerful attempt. The only negative I can write here, are some really high frequencies hitting my ear by my headphones and I wished for a bit less volume on this percussions (that "squishes" I mean). Outstanding work anyways Pex! |
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Dragons Lair 2 - The Romantic River Epic - arranged by MaindrianReview by Tas, 20/04/2003 While the original is quite upbeat maindrain attacks this piece or rather doesn't attack it, but gently brings out a softer side to the remix. Well thats until 2:39 where he brings in a distorted guitar which unfortunately kills the piece. This addition ruins what would have been an awesome remix. Fortunately it last for only 1 minuite before normal service resumes.The track which yet again bares simularities to early Mike Oldfield is beautiful and emotional. A great piece of work which is sadly let down by that oh so unwarrented harsh distorted guitar. Shame really, because if it wasn't for that i could play it all day on repeat. |
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Dragons Lair 2 - The Romantic River Epic - arranged by MaindrianReview by immacolata, 19/04/2003 I think Maindrian is the new guy on the block with a guitar. Sounds like a classic rock ballad, with a very familiar drum beat going and some nice silent guitar work. Close to the 3 minute mark there's use of some phat distorted guitar, but well laid upon the other guitars. At the end, the song is as beautifully mellow as it was for starters.I like this remix a lot better than the first attempt at Dragon's Lair 2 that Maindrian tried. I like it as much as Maindrians Times of Lore remix, it has the same melancholic mood to it, but this song is made entirely on realinstruments, no SID usage. I look forward to see him giving more songs his great guitar treatment. If you missed out on his Times of Lore, go get it. |
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Wizball (Electronica) - arranged by Gustav TaxénReview by goku, 18/04/2003 NoT just a sound efect. While this is not a tune, it has a wonderful floating atmosphere. I wish it had been longer.Thanks |
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Shadow Skimmer - arranged by Markus SchneiderReview by rafael, 17/04/2003 Well Markus my friend, this is an awesome feat. I have to be honest when I say that I - although I very much adore symphonic scores - am not a total fan of the current orchestral sounds. Anyone who knows my stuff knows I prefer the poppy, electronic path. For me, a movie score should have some syntheticfeatureslike drumloops or synth effects. Just listen to Gregson-William's Shrek or MGS2 on Playstation2. Anyway, that's just my preference. Needless to say, the orchestration here is awesome nonetheless. Markus has been improving with each remix. It's hard work getting that feelof the real orchestra in there. The track lacks a little progression in my view but with the overall tension and atmosphere in it, symphonic fans will get a huge kick out of it. This review may actually sound a bit negative, but it's not meant that way. In fact, I urge you: Download it and weep. I know I did. |
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C64 Turrican 2 Summer Remix - arranged by Markus SieboldReview by luvdasid, 16/04/2003 Great surrealistic summer-breeze-tune. I start dreaming whenever I listen to that fine piece of synthi magic. Well, lets turn off the C=64 and play the greatest game ever again (besides System Shock..😉 |
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Last Ninja (The Wilderness) - arranged by CytexReview by Yoshi, 16/04/2003 In my opinion, one of the better Last Ninja remixes so far. I don't like the sounds in the original tune, but this cover, if I may call it that, has the great melody of the original and a very good sound that makes the tune enjoyable.I hope to see more of Cytex's work in the future. |
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Last Ninja (The Wilderness) - arranged by CytexReview by luvdasid, 16/04/2003 I think Cytex's got the right way - his tune's improved some boring sequences from Ben's original (fab)track! (no doubt about it!!)Its fine with the rhythm and to all critics: Is there any need of other instru's? Well done Cytex! Let's listen to more of these _TUNES_!! *Yeah* |
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Athena (Jazzoids Bjork like remix) - arranged by JazzoidReview by maindrian, 15/04/2003 I'm incredibly impressed by this remix. Emotional, epic and thouroughly stirring.The title is justified, as the remix does have the feel of a Bjork track and as a fan of the artist myself, I wouldnt accept anything less. However it also evokes the original sid incredibly well. The whole thing makes me want to blow the dust off of my old copy of Post. A well put together track indeed. Kudos Jazzoid. |
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Dance at Night (original synth mix) - arranged by Chris HuelsbeckReview by nazz, 15/04/2003 This is an awesome tune. It reeks of 80's, and for those of you who dig the 80's era, and not just in terms of music, ought to love this. Nostalgia!The melody has been improved over the original SID version, so those of you familiar with the original should definately check this out. For me, many 80's tunes evoke feelings of sadness, discipline, striving, even turmoil maybe - some of which you may find are brought out in this great track. Keep 'em comin' Chris! |
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Wizball (Electronica) - arranged by Gustav TaxénReview by Tas, 14/04/2003 And we have from Gustav a sensational and never heard before 3 minuite sound effect. Yes no music, but just a sound effect! but what a sound effect it is!!!!!I'm a bit, nay alot perplexed by this, if this is music then i'll be a dog with one foot. No i don't understand this at all! It really is just a great big long spacey sound effect. Erm, yes! |
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International Karate (Tasty Dance Mix) - arranged by YziReview by crimoney, 14/04/2003 Absolutly Fantastic! Great Job Yzi… this tune is very goodplease don't stop makin' good music a fan of the remix64 from germany |
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Vivian - arranged by Markus SieboldReview by Tas, 13/04/2003 A nice little tune, which could have been done more justice with a thicker sound. It feels a bit lifeless and a bit well empty really, its one of those ok sort of tunes. Not inspirational by any means and a bit bland and lifeless, and way too repeatative.Worth a quick listen, but don't hold your breath too much! |
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Delta (Mario edit) - arranged by CicaloneReview by Tas, 13/04/2003 ERmmmm, yes it's a piano with a dull sound behind, with a rather strange sounding guitar inbetween.ok i'd love to say more, but erm, what can i say! Download at your peril really! |
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Vivian - arranged by Markus SieboldReview by hbasm, 13/04/2003 I just love the 80's drum and synth here! Although the music is a bit confusing. I can't really pinpoint why. The setup is great, but the music is notgreat, and it plays for too long. But I do amire people who are able to balance a bunch of instruments so well in a mix. Even after 10 years of trying I still get stuck after setting up a rhythm and bass. |
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Parallax - arranged by Markus SieboldReview by Tas, 13/04/2003 The composition is clever and very good, but why do i get the feeling this was played live in the bathroom! I presume it's because the lead is either SID or SID sounding. I dunno i'm never fond of these types of remixes, its too much like the original in sound and feel, with a few effects and strings thrown in for good measure.It's no secret that i believe that an original sid is best left as an original sid and for me if your gonna remix it, then being subtle about it isn't really a remix, but more of an enhancement, which normally doesn't actually enhance it much. Yeah this is Ok, but a lack of vision and a lack of ambition just makes this sound too much like the original. |
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