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Nemesis (Encore64 V2) - arranged by Mattias Brian

Review by LaLa, 22/11/2024

What I like about this remix so much is that it retains all the spirit of the original arcade tune, while bringing it into the 21st century. The entire arrangement is just so bubbly and bright (complete with game sound effects!), even the way it starts in medias res - just wonderful!
Technique Outstanding
Artistic skill Outstanding
Nostalgia factor Outstanding
Overall rating Outstanding

Ocean Loader III (Encore64 V2) - arranged by Jogeir Liljedahl

Review by LaLa, 22/11/2024

Sure, it's sounds pretty good from the start with crisp instrumentation and great styling, but where it really becomes outstanding is from 2:13 when it veers away from the original and into Jogeir puts his own spin on this territory. Yet, it all fits in seamlessly, like it was always there.
Technique Outstanding
Artistic skill Outstanding
Nostalgia factor Outstanding
Overall rating Outstanding

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

Review by LaLa, 22/11/2024

This remix has everything: a poignant prolonged intro, a more uptempo, rockier middle, and a quiet, introspective outro. Arrangement-wise, I wish the introduction of middle part was given more of a 'story' arc (with a gradual crescendo), and I feel the very end is just way too abrupt. But what really gets me, what really tugs at my heartstrings is the first 2 and half minutes - absolutely stunning, and that alone was worthy of the admission price.
Technique Outstanding
Artistic skill Outstanding
Nostalgia factor Outstanding
Overall rating Outstanding

Paperboy - arranged by Luode

Review by DMC, 20/11/2024

First of all, I think it's completely inappropriate to criticize a newcomer for his very first remix in this way, especially since the AI ​​accusations don't seem to be true at all. People can have different opinions about music styles and tastes, but someone has made the effort to remix a song, so this should be recognized and appreciated in the first place! I find your remix quite interesting and in a way it suits my taste too. Although I wouldn't have immediately recognized it as a Paperboy remix if it hadn't been named that! 😉 The quality of the mixing and mastering could be improved. I think the arrangement is pretty good. You're on the right track. I definitely think there's enough potential here for more exciting and good sounding remixes and I would like to encourage you to keep at it and make more remixes for us to enjoy!
Technique Outstanding
Artistic skill Outstanding
Nostalgia factor Outstanding
Overall rating Outstanding

Zak McKracken (Mindbend This) - arranged by Dr Doom & Komatr:ohn

Review by knotpot, 16/11/2024

And I love it. A complete new arrangement, and itt's very gutsy to remove the main theme of the song to a wavery float in the background. But they pull it off. A shame they stopped so early.
Technique Outstanding
Artistic skill Outstanding
Nostalgia factor Outstanding
Overall rating Outstanding

Paperboy - arranged by Luode

Review by xazzo, 13/11/2024

Newcomer or not, I have every right to question the musical authenticity of someone who appears out of nowhere on youtube and soundcloud to upload three different musics of similar length and mixing quality on the same day and uses a clearly AI generated image as their logo. Ableton? No. I don't buy it. There are various ways that AI generated material can be blended with non AI material and this remix both sounds and feels incredibly lifelsss to me, especially if compared to the other two songs made by this person. You want to take sounding like a soulless AI a compliment? Ehhhhhhhhhh okay! Whatever. This is just my honest opinion. I'm entitled to it, and you're free to disagree.
Technique Outstanding
Artistic skill Outstanding
Nostalgia factor Outstanding
Overall rating Outstanding

Early Summer - arranged by Eivind Sommersten

Review by Divus, 05/11/2024

One of the best remixes, an elegant combination of female vocals, octaves and guitars. A school example of what a remix from the depths of the human soul should look like.
Technique Outstanding
Artistic skill Outstanding
Nostalgia factor Outstanding
Overall rating Outstanding

Treasure Island Dizzy (I Can Fly Remix) - arranged by Gareth Wood

Review by onlineamiga, 24/10/2024

My favourite Dizzy game, favourite Dizzy soundtrack, and I am just loving this remix. Great synths, great vibe. BUT… the drums, they're not working for it. It's a good beat, and then its like theres extra drum beats that dont fit, sounds like its skipping and doesnt fit, and ruins the flow of the tune. If that can be fixed, this would be an amazing 5 star remix!
Technique Outstanding
Artistic skill Outstanding
Nostalgia factor Outstanding
Overall rating Outstanding

Spaceballs - State Of The Art (No Corruption Mix) - arranged by Gareth Wood

Review by lee.oades, 08/10/2024

Captures all of the character of the original but for modern ears. Love it. Beautifully done. Big time nostalgia too - can still see the dancing girls.
Technique Outstanding
Artistic skill Outstanding
Nostalgia factor Outstanding
Overall rating Outstanding

Lotus 2 (O.Stelzer Remix) - arranged by Solarstriker

Review by Radiarion, 03/10/2024

This takes me back to the good old days. A500, 1mb expansion board, joystick and a great game that was partly down to thhe sound track. Love this remix, great work!!!
Technique Outstanding
Artistic skill Outstanding
Nostalgia factor Outstanding
Overall rating Outstanding

Yie Ar Kung Fu II - arranged by Eivind Sommersten

Review by LaLa, 30/09/2024

This is sooo nice, Eivind! The soft intro with the piano and the strings, then the cello - just wonderful to listen to. And when the choir comes in at the ~2 minute mark with the lead singer - wow, just lovely.I think the string legatos could be better, at times they are almost non-existent, making the strings sound a bit robotic, but that is such a minor technical gripe. What's important here is that this tune is full of emotions - I was actually sad and surprised that it ended so early, somewhat abruptly. Maybe could've used a nice decrescendo outro…Well done, I quite enjoyed this, thanks for sharing it with us!
Technique Outstanding
Artistic skill Outstanding
Nostalgia factor Outstanding
Overall rating Outstanding

Zoids - arranged by Anthrol

Review by LaLa, 17/09/2024

The heaviness of the original comes through nicely with the instrumentation, however, more attention should've been paid to the drums (which are weak). Some pads could've filled the currently empty space of the sound spectrum, too. The overall mix sounds a bit too dry to me, could've used more delay or reverb.
Technique Outstanding
Artistic skill Outstanding
Nostalgia factor Outstanding
Overall rating Outstanding

Aztec Challenge (the Dark Days) [Cinematic 64] - arranged by Slaygon

Review by LaLa, 16/09/2024

The original SID of Aztec Challenge is pretty dark by itself - it's even darker here. Not pure evil dark, but the slowed down tempo and the raspy, shattering bass would definitely make me run away from this track in a dark alley. A woodwind-dominated break provides some reprieve before we are pulled back into Beelzebub's simmering lava for the conclusion of this track.
Technique Outstanding
Artistic skill Outstanding
Nostalgia factor Outstanding
Overall rating Outstanding

Den Indre Kilde - arranged by Eivind Sommersten

Review by Divus, 16/09/2024

A perfect selection of instruments and octaves without too many modern unnecessary transitions. Music as it was 100 years ago. A return to the time of our great-grandparents and great-grandfathers. It can be listened to for days by several generations of listeners.
Technique Outstanding
Artistic skill Outstanding
Nostalgia factor Outstanding
Overall rating Outstanding

Den Indre Kilde - arranged by Eivind Sommersten

Review by LaLa, 16/09/2024

Excellent arrangement and full of emotions, especially when considering that Kjell apparently released this the same year he took his own life… But the reason I didn't vote red on this is because the lead instruments are too in-your-face. They need to be softer and gentler in the mix, especially for a deeply moving piece like this.
Technique Outstanding
Artistic skill Outstanding
Nostalgia factor Outstanding
Overall rating Outstanding

Chronicles - arranged by Jogeir Liljedahl

Review by rnuls, 13/09/2024

Wow, this intro!
The rhythm arrives naturally. Little chords feels deliciously soudtracked. Variations always inspired. Well executed.
To me a must-have!!!
Technique Outstanding
Artistic skill Outstanding
Nostalgia factor Outstanding
Overall rating Outstanding

Cauldron (witch hunt remix) - arranged by Mario Barbierato

Review by mike_c64, 03/09/2024

Incredible track—absolutely 10 out of 10! I've had it on repeat for hours. The vocals blend perfectly with the music. Fantastic work, and I can't wait to hear more like this! 😊
Technique Outstanding
Artistic skill Outstanding
Nostalgia factor Outstanding
Overall rating Outstanding

Dutch Breeze Advertisement - arranged by Eivind Sommersten

Review by Divus, 02/09/2024

Exceptional sense and talent for the tempo and tonality of the instruments. Only a little bit of female vocals are missing. That's all.
Technique Outstanding
Artistic skill Outstanding
Nostalgia factor Outstanding
Overall rating Outstanding

Caer Aisling - arranged by Vandahlia

Review by Eivind Sommersten, 30/08/2024

I love this SID!

I think you did a good job with the remix. The rythm of the SID is difficult to imitate (I have tried 😅), but I think you managed it quite well. The bridge at 2:13 is also lovely and true to the original, you've succeeded in recreating a song which is technically difficult and somewhat unorthodox both as a SID and as a piece of music.

I wish there was more to the arrangement though - after a very short intro the tune is more or less similar in mood and dynamics throughout. It's not a big problem but I feel there is unused potential here! It also ends a little abrubtly.

I have to say I really miss the rolling bass of the original - to me it's an important part of it.

Overall I absolutely appreciate the effort - it's obvious that musically you know what you are doing. Also, you have great taste in SIDs! 😉
Technique Outstanding
Artistic skill Outstanding
Nostalgia factor Outstanding
Overall rating Outstanding

Anglia Spirit - arranged by Eivind Sommersten

Review by Divus, 19/08/2024

It's a good old school of perfectly chosen instruments and emotional tempo. Good sense of guitar and voice.
Technique Outstanding
Artistic skill Outstanding
Nostalgia factor Outstanding
Overall rating Outstanding

Cybernoid II (Had to Regulate) - arranged by Makke

Review by LaLa, 19/08/2024

Another amazing mashup or in the style of remix from Makke! As usual, the style and the arrangement is spot-on, and the lyrics is just 👌. I do not know how much time Makke spends on getting the lyrics just right, but not only it pays homage to the original Warren G track, it also ties to the backstory of the C64 game. I am just floored… And then Makke also brings it home with his perfect vocal delivery. Massive respects to a massive talent!
Technique Outstanding
Artistic skill Outstanding
Nostalgia factor Outstanding
Overall rating Outstanding

Freedom (Metal Version) - arranged by Rock & JLD

Review by Dr.j Delysid, 19/08/2024

Yet another klilling track from the hot remixers Rock and JDL. love the metal version very much and its so refreshing to hear sid music in the taste of heavy rock with great guitars solo's. nostalgia factor on its best!! thanks guyz and keep rocking!! loove it!
Technique Outstanding
Artistic skill Outstanding
Nostalgia factor Outstanding
Overall rating Outstanding

80s Supremacy - arranged by Makke

Review by Glyn R. Brown, 05/08/2024

Well, It deserves a nice smiley just because it has Makke in the title, Ha! 😉👍…
Technique Outstanding
Artistic skill Outstanding
Nostalgia factor Outstanding
Overall rating Outstanding

80s Supremacy - arranged by Makke

Review by LaLa, 03/08/2024

Superb idea - but where is the singing, and the grunts, the ow's, the hoo's, and the hee-hees? Makke, are you okay? 😉

I feel that the arrangement in the first minute or so is a bit awkward as you are trying to force Supremacy down the throat of this smooth criminal. But the instrumentation and the style is almost spot-on. Great smashup!
Technique Outstanding
Artistic skill Outstanding
Nostalgia factor Outstanding
Overall rating Outstanding

Heaven - arranged by Rock & JLD

Review by Dr.j Delysid, 02/08/2024

I am sure 'Jussi Hannula' will be proud of this renedition. The remix of Heaven is a captivating masterpiece that beautifully blends emotional depth with inspiring melodies. The track's seamless transitions and layered harmonies evoke a sense of serenity and introspection, making it a truly transformative listening experience, i especiialy love the change from the piano smooth and emotional rythm to a powerful guitar riff. a killer one for sure. Rock & JLD you made it again!! 10/10 from Dr.j
Technique Outstanding
Artistic skill Outstanding
Nostalgia factor Outstanding
Overall rating Outstanding

Battle Squadron Anastasios RmX - arranged by Anastasios

Review by Cyroth, 17/07/2024

One of the most innovative if not the best remix around! The automation alone going on in this track is league of its own!
Technique Outstanding
Artistic skill Outstanding
Nostalgia factor Outstanding
Overall rating Outstanding

BMX Kidz (New Jack Swingish) - arranged by Makke

Review by LaLa, 11/07/2024

Wow, where should I begin?The production is top-notch, it nails that 90s style to the T. The lyrics is sooo clever while it also ties back to the original C64 game. And it's performed flawlessly.This is an amazingly polished remix through and through.
Technique Outstanding
Artistic skill Outstanding
Nostalgia factor Outstanding
Overall rating Outstanding

Hybris Interstellar - arranged by Tony Fluke73 Wiren

Review by Radiarion, 10/07/2024

I loved the original, and this has everything the original was, with Tony`s unique touch. BRILLIENT!!

Id love to hear you do the end credits in full from Apidya😉
Technique Outstanding
Artistic skill Outstanding
Nostalgia factor Outstanding
Overall rating Outstanding

Cooperation Demo (GURO Remix) - arranged by GUROГАГА

Review by LaLa, 10/07/2024

The total lack of proper mixing is what kills this remix for me. For example, when at 0:48 the bass floats in, it just overpowers everything else. The instruments sound very dry, too, a bit more reverb would've helped. There's also a total lack of dynamics, every track just shouts at the same level throughout.
Technique Outstanding
Artistic skill Outstanding
Nostalgia factor Outstanding
Overall rating Outstanding

Lethargic - arranged by Eivind Sommersten

Review by LaLa, 08/07/2024

Sometimes there's a tune that stays with you for days and days, and it doesn't let you go for whatever reason. I've been listening to this one for days now, and it's not letting me go. I don't know why. Maybe because it has the perfect combination of oldsk00l charm and a melancholic theme. And the flute-based break in the middle reminds me of 1970s whodunnit TV series… I can't explain why, but I am captivated by this remix.
Technique Outstanding
Artistic skill Outstanding
Nostalgia factor Outstanding
Overall rating Outstanding

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