Raiders of the Lost Remix Tournament
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Tenkko
Onshi
been buuuuuusy and i forgor sorry
7. Tsubaki - Artemis Wept
Ohhhh... screamo. It's something that I definitely need to be in the mood for, but I generally like it. Also really liked the intro building up to it, and the bells ringing throughout most of the songs are lovely. There's a nice contrast between the harsher, raw parts and the more melodic ones, it's really nice. Why is it so compressed though? It brings down the impact of it so much.
6/10
8. Lycoris - Hammersmith in the Sky
Found this one by chance a while ago. Greenwich in the Sky is a song I really really like, and most arrangements I heard manage to capture the energy of the original and build upon it. Including this one of course, I love it. The phased guitars, the solos, that organ god that organ mmMm. It's a style that fits really well with the song.
Dad rock 10/10
9. MA's ATTACK - Hartmann's Youkai Girl
"Sounds like something from a videogame", I was gonna say but I guess that's the point. Not VGM specifically but, I mean, ambient. Pretty interesting stuff, I kinda dig it tbh, though definitely not something you'd put on your playlist. I think if you remove that humming synth in the background you actually got a pretty chill beat in there.
There's someone behind me 7/10
I'll be on time for this round for sure
7. Tsubaki - Artemis Wept
Ohhhh... screamo. It's something that I definitely need to be in the mood for, but I generally like it. Also really liked the intro building up to it, and the bells ringing throughout most of the songs are lovely. There's a nice contrast between the harsher, raw parts and the more melodic ones, it's really nice. Why is it so compressed though? It brings down the impact of it so much.
6/10
8. Lycoris - Hammersmith in the Sky
Found this one by chance a while ago. Greenwich in the Sky is a song I really really like, and most arrangements I heard manage to capture the energy of the original and build upon it. Including this one of course, I love it. The phased guitars, the solos, that organ god that organ mmMm. It's a style that fits really well with the song.
Dad rock 10/10
9. MA's ATTACK - Hartmann's Youkai Girl
"Sounds like something from a videogame", I was gonna say but I guess that's the point. Not VGM specifically but, I mean, ambient. Pretty interesting stuff, I kinda dig it tbh, though definitely not something you'd put on your playlist. I think if you remove that humming synth in the background you actually got a pretty chill beat in there.
There's someone behind me 7/10
I'll be on time for this round for sure
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Ken Hisuag
Moriya Music Man
10: K2 SOUNDS - Rest in Dark Night
Unexpected Marisa rave!
Oriental Dark Flight is that one theme of Marisa that I always forget about; it's stunted progression structure gives it a darker tone, but makes its melody less memorable. As if in mockery of this perception of mine, this arrangement holds to the general idea of that progression structure and adjusts it slightly to achieve a much more impactful result. I'm hard pressed to settle on the specific strategies in use, beyond its creative instrumentation and transitions. Regardless, the result is a quite enjoyable piece with surprisingly balanced energy, considering its medium tempo. I found this piece "fun;" it neither invokes strong reaction nor fails to hold attention. I might wish it was slightly longer, but I can't reasonably tell where it would go from here (interlude, but no climax), so it's probably best as is. I feel like I should have more to say . . .
Doesn't build too much, but should stick with me nonetheless. 8/10
11: Virus Key - Dance of the Ice Spirits
Old orchestra in the distance.
To address the elephant in the room: This arrangement is really quiet! It's sufficiently balanced to avoid being annoying, but it's still a bit distracting. There was a remaster done in 2019 that's a bit better, but I'm unsure of what other changes might be present, so I'll stick to the original for now.
Many waltz remixes transpose the melody to 3/4 time, apply the standard accompaniment, and adjust as needed. This process is perfectly serviceable, but this arrangement goes a step further by committing itself to the classical style, and even including elements of baroque in the third quarter. The original motif is presented as a foundation upon which the piece proceeds to build, crafting new variations as it meanders pleasantly along. Eventually the variations travel so far as to almost sound like their own motifs, at which point the piece switches to the source's second motif, adjusted to be almost unrecognizable, and repeats the process. The return to the first motif is in the baroque style of flowing contrast in improv, creating an interlude for the final buildup of variations into the piece's climax.
This arrangement lacks progression in the modern sense, in that it does not continuously lead from its beginning to its end with an emotional idea. Instead, its progression is purely in musical exploration; each new direction is a consequent of the preceding parts, and it continues traveling until there's nowhere else worth going. For better or worst, this style of music is exceedingly rare today (or at least I don't encounter it).
An almost forgotten musical style in exemplary form; I only wish the volume was more reasonable. 10/10
12: O-Life Japan - Dawn Sky of the Myouren Temple
Cinematic proper.
Given the free way in which this arrangement utilizes its motifs, one might assume a similar style to the previous entry. However, where the classical waltz was built on its motifs, this piece develops its emotion with its motifs. Note how long it takes for the recognizable melody to be introduced, and consider the intention behind the arrangement's progression. The introduction is a slow, quiet buildup without a definite direction to go in, adding to itself without becoming anything specific; this is the rising dawn, before anyone is up or doing anything. Then everything cuts, and the main motif is introduced; now there is direction, and the buildup begins anew. The piece becomes more active without becoming energetic; this is the early morning, as people prepare for the days goals.
The term of "cinematic orchestra" is used most often nowadays to denote intensively climactic music (a readily available example would be CarrotWine's work), but this is only one application of the concept. Technically, film composing is an art of crafting musical scores in cohesion with accompanying visuals and the emotions that the film makers desire to invoke by them. In arrangements like this one, we get to see this art applied in a more free-form context.
A refreshing study and a beautiful journey in music. 9/10
Unexpected Marisa rave!
Oriental Dark Flight is that one theme of Marisa that I always forget about; it's stunted progression structure gives it a darker tone, but makes its melody less memorable. As if in mockery of this perception of mine, this arrangement holds to the general idea of that progression structure and adjusts it slightly to achieve a much more impactful result. I'm hard pressed to settle on the specific strategies in use, beyond its creative instrumentation and transitions. Regardless, the result is a quite enjoyable piece with surprisingly balanced energy, considering its medium tempo. I found this piece "fun;" it neither invokes strong reaction nor fails to hold attention. I might wish it was slightly longer, but I can't reasonably tell where it would go from here (interlude, but no climax), so it's probably best as is. I feel like I should have more to say . . .
Doesn't build too much, but should stick with me nonetheless. 8/10
11: Virus Key - Dance of the Ice Spirits
Old orchestra in the distance.
To address the elephant in the room: This arrangement is really quiet! It's sufficiently balanced to avoid being annoying, but it's still a bit distracting. There was a remaster done in 2019 that's a bit better, but I'm unsure of what other changes might be present, so I'll stick to the original for now.
Many waltz remixes transpose the melody to 3/4 time, apply the standard accompaniment, and adjust as needed. This process is perfectly serviceable, but this arrangement goes a step further by committing itself to the classical style, and even including elements of baroque in the third quarter. The original motif is presented as a foundation upon which the piece proceeds to build, crafting new variations as it meanders pleasantly along. Eventually the variations travel so far as to almost sound like their own motifs, at which point the piece switches to the source's second motif, adjusted to be almost unrecognizable, and repeats the process. The return to the first motif is in the baroque style of flowing contrast in improv, creating an interlude for the final buildup of variations into the piece's climax.
This arrangement lacks progression in the modern sense, in that it does not continuously lead from its beginning to its end with an emotional idea. Instead, its progression is purely in musical exploration; each new direction is a consequent of the preceding parts, and it continues traveling until there's nowhere else worth going. For better or worst, this style of music is exceedingly rare today (or at least I don't encounter it).
An almost forgotten musical style in exemplary form; I only wish the volume was more reasonable. 10/10
12: O-Life Japan - Dawn Sky of the Myouren Temple
Cinematic proper.
Given the free way in which this arrangement utilizes its motifs, one might assume a similar style to the previous entry. However, where the classical waltz was built on its motifs, this piece develops its emotion with its motifs. Note how long it takes for the recognizable melody to be introduced, and consider the intention behind the arrangement's progression. The introduction is a slow, quiet buildup without a definite direction to go in, adding to itself without becoming anything specific; this is the rising dawn, before anyone is up or doing anything. Then everything cuts, and the main motif is introduced; now there is direction, and the buildup begins anew. The piece becomes more active without becoming energetic; this is the early morning, as people prepare for the days goals.
The term of "cinematic orchestra" is used most often nowadays to denote intensively climactic music (a readily available example would be CarrotWine's work), but this is only one application of the concept. Technically, film composing is an art of crafting musical scores in cohesion with accompanying visuals and the emotions that the film makers desire to invoke by them. In arrangements like this one, we get to see this art applied in a more free-form context.
A refreshing study and a beautiful journey in music. 9/10
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Tenkko
Onshi
10. C-CLAYS - Rest in Dark Night
I'm with Ken here in that I always forget about Oriental Dark Flight. Well maybe not that I forget about it, just that it's definitely the Marisa theme I like the least. But this is a fun arrangement nonetheless, I like how it moves from the very strong beat into something more melodic. It kinda reminds me of something from Plants vs. Zombies for some reason lol, it has a similar vibe. I like it!
8/10
11. Virus Key - 氷精たちの踊り
Oh more classical stuff. I don't really know enough to say anything meaningful about it, other than it was nice and it surprisingly fits Cirno's character very well. Waltzes are nice. Still not something I'd really seek out.
6/10
12. O-Life Japan - Dawn Sky of the Myouren Temple
A somewhat calm arrangement mostly based off that one part of Byakuren's theme huh. It feels like it tries to paint a picture, like I can see this going along a scene of the Myouren peeps going about their day, or morning as the title suggests. I like all the different directions it goes to, really makes it feel like a journey. Again not something particularly replayable, and a tad too upbeat for my taste (re: major key), but still I enjoyed it from beginning to end.
7/10
I'm with Ken here in that I always forget about Oriental Dark Flight. Well maybe not that I forget about it, just that it's definitely the Marisa theme I like the least. But this is a fun arrangement nonetheless, I like how it moves from the very strong beat into something more melodic. It kinda reminds me of something from Plants vs. Zombies for some reason lol, it has a similar vibe. I like it!
8/10
11. Virus Key - 氷精たちの踊り
Oh more classical stuff. I don't really know enough to say anything meaningful about it, other than it was nice and it surprisingly fits Cirno's character very well. Waltzes are nice. Still not something I'd really seek out.
6/10
12. O-Life Japan - Dawn Sky of the Myouren Temple
A somewhat calm arrangement mostly based off that one part of Byakuren's theme huh. It feels like it tries to paint a picture, like I can see this going along a scene of the Myouren peeps going about their day, or morning as the title suggests. I like all the different directions it goes to, really makes it feel like a journey. Again not something particularly replayable, and a tad too upbeat for my taste (re: major key), but still I enjoyed it from beginning to end.
7/10
CountVonNumenor
Onshi
Yeah, I really think I am starting to have problems with either burnout or procrastination. Therefore, why I am so much less active in the past and sluggish with answering threads/writing new threads. However, now it is time to finally answer to this round:
C-CLAYS - Rest in Dark Night
This is the first time I am coming into contact with C-CLAYS or the "RnB" style of music. All I can say is that the song sounds energetic from the very beginning. And keeps that vibe all through it. I fail however to identify anything out of the original song that inspired this arrangement. And overall, it is not really something to write about, or come back for a second listening. Not bad, but... ehh? (EDIT: this was supposed to be based on Oriental Dark Flight? I did not really notice that. I mean ODF is not really a song I tend to think of often, or really place it too high even among the Marisa themes - to me, probably the two songs I tend to always associate her with would be Love-Colored Master Spark from IN and Vessel of Star ~ Casket of Star)
Overall, I will rate this song at 5.5/10
Virus Key - 氷精たちの踊り
Virus Key is yet another music group I am listening to for the first time (it seems like a lot of the stuff in this Remix Tournament are a "first time" for me...). Oh, symphonic arrangement for Cirno. This is already a good start. I like symphonic music for how relaxing it is to listen to, and I think it is quite a nice idea to combine it with Cirno's theme. A little silly idea, yet which works fantastically well. This is very entertaining, so I would probably give it quite a bit of praise.
At the end, I will probably give it a 9/10. Waltz is nice, I like that feeling of grace, elegance and grandeur it offers.
O-Life Japan - Dawn Sky of the Myouren Temple
This time, a group I have listened to in the past, and have a little bit of familiarity (even through probably 2-3 songs as of yet). This song, in the opening part, sure does have that "good morning" vibe, with everyone waking up. And then, there's the sudden Byakuren theme. Now everyone is up, ready to go for they usual daily business. It is quite a cute sounding song, with a lot of... how to define them... "sweet" instruments? Oh wait, that might just be the effect of symphonic music. Things just sound very well put together.
In the end, I will probably give this a nice 8/10
C-CLAYS - Rest in Dark Night
This is the first time I am coming into contact with C-CLAYS or the "RnB" style of music. All I can say is that the song sounds energetic from the very beginning. And keeps that vibe all through it. I fail however to identify anything out of the original song that inspired this arrangement. And overall, it is not really something to write about, or come back for a second listening. Not bad, but... ehh? (EDIT: this was supposed to be based on Oriental Dark Flight? I did not really notice that. I mean ODF is not really a song I tend to think of often, or really place it too high even among the Marisa themes - to me, probably the two songs I tend to always associate her with would be Love-Colored Master Spark from IN and Vessel of Star ~ Casket of Star)
Overall, I will rate this song at 5.5/10
Virus Key - 氷精たちの踊り
Virus Key is yet another music group I am listening to for the first time (it seems like a lot of the stuff in this Remix Tournament are a "first time" for me...). Oh, symphonic arrangement for Cirno. This is already a good start. I like symphonic music for how relaxing it is to listen to, and I think it is quite a nice idea to combine it with Cirno's theme. A little silly idea, yet which works fantastically well. This is very entertaining, so I would probably give it quite a bit of praise.
At the end, I will probably give it a 9/10. Waltz is nice, I like that feeling of grace, elegance and grandeur it offers.
O-Life Japan - Dawn Sky of the Myouren Temple
This time, a group I have listened to in the past, and have a little bit of familiarity (even through probably 2-3 songs as of yet). This song, in the opening part, sure does have that "good morning" vibe, with everyone waking up. And then, there's the sudden Byakuren theme. Now everyone is up, ready to go for they usual daily business. It is quite a cute sounding song, with a lot of... how to define them... "sweet" instruments? Oh wait, that might just be the effect of symphonic music. Things just sound very well put together.
In the end, I will probably give this a nice 8/10
Drunken_Flower
Onshi
1.C-CLAYS - Rest in Dark Night
oh this one is on my my playlist, had contemplated whether to submit it in the tourney or not
who knows submitted this, it might even be me... i forgot...
im so tired of Master Spark, pls more Oriental Dark Flight.
regarding the rearrangements, this is an unique one, i haven't heard this style in other re-arrangements.
I still don't understand how to differentiate R&B genre.
maybe it the feels, it does feel a bit melancholic yet energetic.
overall very enjoyable.
8/10 would listen fully and repeat few times
2. Virus Key - 氷精たちの踊り
what should the title translation be? Dance of the Ice Faires?
It's still winter it counts.
Waltz are usually very nice, very elegant.
though i don't feel significant storytelling, just a smol litel fairy going around her days.
10/10, would repeat unknowingly for few hours
i think classical is either hit or miss for people.
3.O-Life Japan - Dawn Sky of the Myouren Temple
ah yes the generic flute for Morning Mood, but hey it works!
this one has more story to tell than the waltz before,
you can tell when everyone just woken up, then they started their activities and continue brimming with life.
yeah wont defeat the waltz, elegance is simply too beautiful.
9/10 would listen and repeat
oh btw i got new headphone! everything is much clearer now
the hi hats changed from "sh" to "tsk"
the kicks change from "db" to "dmm"
and more i can make out from vocal lyrics
my whole life i've been blind
or deaf!
sodaodaoda
Onshi
Sorry for being late!!
1. C-CLAYS - Rest in Dark Night
..This is an Oriental Dark Flight arrangement? ODF is one of my fav Marisa themes, but this sure as hell didn't sound like ODF to me.
It's energetic, yes, but... Idk.. I don't like the style of it at all... And this is coming from someone who likes speedy music and stuff like that. This didn't resonate with me at all.
3/10
2. Virus Key - 氷精たちの踊り
Uuuoooh... I like this a lot hehe
I used to listen to a lot of classical music when I was little, so this feels quite nostalgic. I love waltzes in general, so this was a treati should learn minute waltz by schopen still
Absolutely amazing, it's so nice and relaxing to listen to
10/10
3. O-Life Japan - Dawn Sky of the Myouren Temple
This one is also amazing, I already like O-Life Japan because of TLW, but this was just incredible. Upbeat, but magnificent, maybe just like Byakuren herself eh?
Anyways, another easy 10/10, I'm so entranced by this...
1. C-CLAYS - Rest in Dark Night
..This is an Oriental Dark Flight arrangement? ODF is one of my fav Marisa themes, but this sure as hell didn't sound like ODF to me.
It's energetic, yes, but... Idk.. I don't like the style of it at all... And this is coming from someone who likes speedy music and stuff like that. This didn't resonate with me at all.
3/10
2. Virus Key - 氷精たちの踊り
Uuuoooh... I like this a lot hehe
I used to listen to a lot of classical music when I was little, so this feels quite nostalgic. I love waltzes in general, so this was a treat
Absolutely amazing, it's so nice and relaxing to listen to
10/10
3. O-Life Japan - Dawn Sky of the Myouren Temple
This one is also amazing, I already like O-Life Japan because of TLW, but this was just incredible. Upbeat, but magnificent, maybe just like Byakuren herself eh?
Anyways, another easy 10/10, I'm so entranced by this...
buskerdog
Onshi
- Thread starter
- #48
I have some news to deliver. @Shionne Imeris has informed they need to drop out of the tournament. I'm... not really sure what to do about this, we've never had a situation like this before. I will be keeping their music submissions within the tourney, though.
Speaking of which, we've made it to round 5!
I've accidentally used a quote box instead of a spoiler box, but oh well.
Speaking of which, we've made it to round 5!
I've accidentally used a quote box instead of a spoiler box, but oh well.
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Ken Hisuag
Moriya Music Man
13: EastNewSound - cardiac sound
Familiar material.
Even though I've not heard this arrangement before, the style and structure are the same as plenty of other pieces I have heard. Similar to the case of Beautiful Diver at the beginning of the tournament, I'm finding it difficult to recognize something unique to this piece, something that differentiates it from other similar pieces in a way that allows me to identify with it. I don't normally struggle with this, and I have a suspicion I would have an easier time if I was more familiar with the technical aspects of this form of composition, the way I am with some other genres. Perhaps someone who already appreciates the genre for something unique to it is able to appreciate those elements in individual pieces? I'm not sure, and regardless I feel guilty for being unable to relate more strongly to the arrangement. There have been too many features in past tournaments that I didn't understand at the time, and came to appreciate more later; I'd rather express appreciation now when it's relevant, but I can't find anything to focus on (I'm not even sure I can identify the source motifs).
For now, the piece is just "alright;" no more, no less. 7/10
14: MA.S ATTACK - Akutagawa Ryuunosuke's "Kappa"
"Last time, on Touhou Ambience . . ."
Where the previous MA.S ATTACK remix was edging the line of "ambient music," I'd say this falls more on the other side. While there may be tonal elements present, the track is lacking anything that could be properly called a "melody;" there is no progression, and no specific emotion instilled. There is strong atmosphere, and this is what carries the "piece" through its duration. As such, I would hesitate to call this a remix, or even music at all, in favor of terms more closely descriptive of the production; "soundscape" comes to mind.
That being said, I rather enjoyed it. It may have been association with the artwork, but there was an impression of underwater exploration, as of an old shipwreck or cave; sounds are muted as though filtered through the water, and movement is slow but smooth. There's something soothing in these sorts of sounds; I've experienced similar things with a collection of "Hollow Knight ambiences" on Youtube (which also happen to sound very similar). So despite not considering this "music," I still appreciate it.
True ambience, but . . . 7.3/10
15: Noah - Capital City of Flowers in the Sky
Flamenco rock!?
Well, not really, but the comparison is there. This is exactly the hybrid style I love so much, capturing the intensity of symphonic metal while contrasting it with the serene quality of more traditional instruments. Granted, the hybrid part is more of a buildup into the quantitatively larger symphonic section, but it's strong enough to stand out, and strengthens the progression of the piece perfectly. Speaking of which, the progression of this arrangement is amazing! Each section builds upon the previous, increasing the stakes of the piece all the way to the end without any drops, keeping the same high energy throughout. I couldn't ask for more.
Spectacular! 10/10
Familiar material.
Even though I've not heard this arrangement before, the style and structure are the same as plenty of other pieces I have heard. Similar to the case of Beautiful Diver at the beginning of the tournament, I'm finding it difficult to recognize something unique to this piece, something that differentiates it from other similar pieces in a way that allows me to identify with it. I don't normally struggle with this, and I have a suspicion I would have an easier time if I was more familiar with the technical aspects of this form of composition, the way I am with some other genres. Perhaps someone who already appreciates the genre for something unique to it is able to appreciate those elements in individual pieces? I'm not sure, and regardless I feel guilty for being unable to relate more strongly to the arrangement. There have been too many features in past tournaments that I didn't understand at the time, and came to appreciate more later; I'd rather express appreciation now when it's relevant, but I can't find anything to focus on (I'm not even sure I can identify the source motifs).
For now, the piece is just "alright;" no more, no less. 7/10
14: MA.S ATTACK - Akutagawa Ryuunosuke's "Kappa"
"Last time, on Touhou Ambience . . ."
Where the previous MA.S ATTACK remix was edging the line of "ambient music," I'd say this falls more on the other side. While there may be tonal elements present, the track is lacking anything that could be properly called a "melody;" there is no progression, and no specific emotion instilled. There is strong atmosphere, and this is what carries the "piece" through its duration. As such, I would hesitate to call this a remix, or even music at all, in favor of terms more closely descriptive of the production; "soundscape" comes to mind.
That being said, I rather enjoyed it. It may have been association with the artwork, but there was an impression of underwater exploration, as of an old shipwreck or cave; sounds are muted as though filtered through the water, and movement is slow but smooth. There's something soothing in these sorts of sounds; I've experienced similar things with a collection of "Hollow Knight ambiences" on Youtube (which also happen to sound very similar). So despite not considering this "music," I still appreciate it.
True ambience, but . . . 7.3/10
15: Noah - Capital City of Flowers in the Sky
Flamenco rock!?
Well, not really, but the comparison is there. This is exactly the hybrid style I love so much, capturing the intensity of symphonic metal while contrasting it with the serene quality of more traditional instruments. Granted, the hybrid part is more of a buildup into the quantitatively larger symphonic section, but it's strong enough to stand out, and strengthens the progression of the piece perfectly. Speaking of which, the progression of this arrangement is amazing! Each section builds upon the previous, increasing the stakes of the piece all the way to the end without any drops, keeping the same high energy throughout. I couldn't ask for more.
Spectacular! 10/10
Drunken_Flower
Onshi
1. EastNewSound - Cardiac Sound
It does sounds like EastNewSound, their style signature written all over the music.
idk... it just what it is... maybe because i don't understand EDM.
The vocal, idk how but for me her voice sounds like a mix of Yaoshanbailing and Meramipop.
The lyrics doesn't really tell a story by itself, sure you will know what she's talking about if you already familiar with byakuren personality.
Nothing to comment really, everything just words of encouragement.
6/10 it is a rearrangement yes. lack of 'wow' factor
2. MA.S ATTACK - Akutagawa Ryuunosuke's Kappa
I'm having a hard time listening to this
it's either i fell asleep or simply zoned out, i cant seem to focus on this track.
i managed to catch some of the re-arranged theme but i think i missed lot of it.
yeah... i have nothing to comment on, it is just ambient mostly.
for the sake of making this post looks long
id say the ripples in the background reminds me of a very slowed down version of Erik Satie's Gymnopedie no.1.
5/10 i wouldn't realize this was playing nor i'll choose this in a playlist
3. Noah - The Capital City of Flowers in the Sky
such a tangent from the previous one, i know the title and thumbnail says what's in it, but my ears wasn't ready.
ooh upbeat Latin.. flamenco? yes flamenco, missing the clicks and shouts, which makes it just.. Latin...
i wouldn't say it's a breakthrough with Capital of Flowers since it is the perfect for latin vibes, but either way i love the theme.
welp it was short but nice.
slightly repetitive, but maybe it's because the nature of the original theme hmmmmm...
and is it me or the track gaining more intensity the longer it goes? huh...must've been the wind...
8.5/10 really good
I'm a bit picky today eh?
It does sounds like EastNewSound, their style signature written all over the music.
idk... it just what it is... maybe because i don't understand EDM.
The vocal, idk how but for me her voice sounds like a mix of Yaoshanbailing and Meramipop.
The lyrics doesn't really tell a story by itself, sure you will know what she's talking about if you already familiar with byakuren personality.
Nothing to comment really, everything just words of encouragement.
6/10 it is a rearrangement yes. lack of 'wow' factor
2. MA.S ATTACK - Akutagawa Ryuunosuke's Kappa
I'm having a hard time listening to this
it's either i fell asleep or simply zoned out, i cant seem to focus on this track.
i managed to catch some of the re-arranged theme but i think i missed lot of it.
yeah... i have nothing to comment on, it is just ambient mostly.
for the sake of making this post looks long
id say the ripples in the background reminds me of a very slowed down version of Erik Satie's Gymnopedie no.1.
5/10 i wouldn't realize this was playing nor i'll choose this in a playlist
3. Noah - The Capital City of Flowers in the Sky
such a tangent from the previous one, i know the title and thumbnail says what's in it, but my ears wasn't ready.
ooh upbeat Latin.. flamenco? yes flamenco, missing the clicks and shouts, which makes it just.. Latin...
i wouldn't say it's a breakthrough with Capital of Flowers since it is the perfect for latin vibes, but either way i love the theme.
welp it was short but nice.
slightly repetitive, but maybe it's because the nature of the original theme hmmmmm...
and is it me or the track gaining more intensity the longer it goes? huh...must've been the wind...
8.5/10 really good
I'm a bit picky today eh?
CountVonNumenor
Onshi
Alright, time to get through this round as well...
EastNewSound - Cardiac Sound
EastNewSound... it sure has been quite a long time since I have last listened to a song of theirs. I was trying to focus on the song as much as I could, but I think I have failed. I am not even so sure what was moe remarkable in here, or if there was anything remarkable to begin with. I guess it was an OK song, lacking anything too "wow" or which makes me want to listen to it again.
Overall, it is probably a 6/10
MA.S ATTACK - Akutagawa Ryuunosuke's Kappa
Alright, before anything, I have to say that I am not familiar with MA.S ATTACK (kind of a recurring theme with me through the Remix Tournament). Oh wow, 10 minutes long? It has such a slow start, almost like ambient music. It sure does not help being late in the evening, but just like Drunken said before me, this song gives you the feel you are going to fall asleep. Which is not what I am looking for right now. The more the I go, the harder it becomes for me to keep my focus on the song. Trying to jump 15 by 15 seconds, it just does not cease being purely ambient. But in the last quarter, you can finally hear something else, a vague tone of what the original song used to be. But that's about it. Nothing more, nothin else. Probably a track I could put as background noise when playing Half-Life out of anything...
I would probably give this a 5/10
Noah - The Capital City of Flowers in the Sky
Oh, it's been a long time since I last made contact with the PCB stage 4 stage theme. And it already has as strong start. As of now, already a better start than the previous two songs. I like the guitar, that one is for sure. This one is already quite entertaining, and sounds like a good battle theme for a game. Out of this round, I think is the best song by far. I am not familiar with this Noah as an artist, but I think it got my interest for checking out other arrangements.
As for the final grade, I think I will give it a 9.5/10
EastNewSound - Cardiac Sound
EastNewSound... it sure has been quite a long time since I have last listened to a song of theirs. I was trying to focus on the song as much as I could, but I think I have failed. I am not even so sure what was moe remarkable in here, or if there was anything remarkable to begin with. I guess it was an OK song, lacking anything too "wow" or which makes me want to listen to it again.
Overall, it is probably a 6/10
MA.S ATTACK - Akutagawa Ryuunosuke's Kappa
Alright, before anything, I have to say that I am not familiar with MA.S ATTACK (kind of a recurring theme with me through the Remix Tournament). Oh wow, 10 minutes long? It has such a slow start, almost like ambient music. It sure does not help being late in the evening, but just like Drunken said before me, this song gives you the feel you are going to fall asleep. Which is not what I am looking for right now. The more the I go, the harder it becomes for me to keep my focus on the song. Trying to jump 15 by 15 seconds, it just does not cease being purely ambient. But in the last quarter, you can finally hear something else, a vague tone of what the original song used to be. But that's about it. Nothing more, nothin else. Probably a track I could put as background noise when playing Half-Life out of anything...
I would probably give this a 5/10
Noah - The Capital City of Flowers in the Sky
Oh, it's been a long time since I last made contact with the PCB stage 4 stage theme. And it already has as strong start. As of now, already a better start than the previous two songs. I like the guitar, that one is for sure. This one is already quite entertaining, and sounds like a good battle theme for a game. Out of this round, I think is the best song by far. I am not familiar with this Noah as an artist, but I think it got my interest for checking out other arrangements.
As for the final grade, I think I will give it a 9.5/10
sodaodaoda
Onshi
1. EastNewSound - Cardiac Sound
Oooh, I love this style. There's something about music like this that makes me feel so nostalgic. I'm really bad with word so I don't know how else to explain how I'm feeling :TenshiCry:
But overall, a pretty chill song for me, ironic considering that it's probably supposed to be energetic and stuff! But tbh, it didn't really stuck with me now that I finished listening it, but I do like the rising "chords". But if it did get into my Youtube mix playlist, I wouldn't skip it.
8/5
3. Noah - The Capital City of Flowers in the Sky
Bleh... Not a big fan of metal overall, and I have a feeling that PCB Stage 4 theme is the last song that needs a metal arrangement, it's too calm for metal. Also repetitive.
4.5/10
2. MA.S ATTACK - Akutagawa Ryuunosuke's Kappa
Okay, I won't rate this one, which is why I put it the last here.
I LOVE ambient music, this one is perfect. When I heard it in Megafrog's Iceberg video, I was hooked from the start. I can imagine myself walking around my town at night, where there is no one outside (since my town is small). This one has a sense a mystery imo, the ending part is especially my favorite, where Nitori's theme shines through, and the bass gets more prominent. Absolute perfection, it's like the cherry on top for me. :KoishiXD:
Also...
Well now I gotta try this out.
Oooh, I love this style. There's something about music like this that makes me feel so nostalgic. I'm really bad with word so I don't know how else to explain how I'm feeling :TenshiCry:
But overall, a pretty chill song for me, ironic considering that it's probably supposed to be energetic and stuff! But tbh, it didn't really stuck with me now that I finished listening it, but I do like the rising "chords". But if it did get into my Youtube mix playlist, I wouldn't skip it.
8/5
3. Noah - The Capital City of Flowers in the Sky
Bleh... Not a big fan of metal overall, and I have a feeling that PCB Stage 4 theme is the last song that needs a metal arrangement, it's too calm for metal. Also repetitive.
4.5/10
2. MA.S ATTACK - Akutagawa Ryuunosuke's Kappa
Okay, I won't rate this one, which is why I put it the last here.
I LOVE ambient music, this one is perfect. When I heard it in Megafrog's Iceberg video, I was hooked from the start. I can imagine myself walking around my town at night, where there is no one outside (since my town is small). This one has a sense a mystery imo, the ending part is especially my favorite, where Nitori's theme shines through, and the bass gets more prominent. Absolute perfection, it's like the cherry on top for me. :KoishiXD:
Also...
Well now I gotta try this out.
CountVonNumenor
Onshi
Is there anyone else who needs to submit a review for this round, or we can go to the next round?
CountVonNumenor
Onshi
Speaking of which, has anyone seen Tenkko around recently? I think we could introduce as a feature that if you missed a round of the Tournament, you come back later and fill the answers for that round you missed. Like reviewing not 3 songs, but 6. Or review that three you missed at another time...
Tenkko
Onshi
Sorry again, been busy with mine projects. Anyways double time.
13. EastNewSound - Cardiac Sound
Haven't heard this circle in a while. I don't really know what to make of this, it's fine? Doesn't really go many places which, I'm going to assume is just a quirk of the genre, but it's not something I particularly appreciate. As everyone else has said, it sure is an arrangement.
6/10
14. MA.S ATTACK - Akutagawa Ryuunosuke's Kappa
Oh god 10 minutes what do you mean 10 minutes. I already gave my thoughts on ambient on the previous piece by this circle, but while that song had a mood I really enjoyed along some stuff on it to keep interesting, if a bit repetitive, there's... not much going on here. Again though, probably a quirk of the genre that's not really resonating with me.
5/10
15. Noah - The Capital City of Flowers in the Sky
Alright, not the genre I was expecting for this song. This is a bit more my realm, what do you mean I'm biased. Starts out really strong and then switches to the acoustic guitar for a softer sound, and I really really love the mix of acoustic and electric guitar in songs. Big fan of the build up of instruments in the background as it nears the end, though I feel that guitar solo came a bit too early. It's good! It's energetic! It's fun!
8/10
16. Yoshida Mirai Project - とこしえの黄泉 -- Pola
Oh this is weird, I like it. Kinda of an odd song pick for an arrangement but it works really well here. That messy distorted sound in the background along with the chanting, before the melody comes in with that soft synth. It's really good. Obviously not something you'd particularly listen to a lot, but it's a very good experience nonetheless.
7/10
17. Shinra-Bansho - Song of Companion
I feel Shinra-Bansho has the same quirk as Akatsuki in which the songs they publicize a lot are kinda bland and samey, but you can actually find some interesting stuff if you dig into their library. Idk, I personally love the original theme here and this arrangement does great at keeping that folksy vibe and enhancing it. Them flutes, man.
8/10
18. GET IN THE RING - ⑨melodies
GET IN THE RING really does not settle on any genre, does it. I don't know if that's a good thing or not, but I've definitely never heard something like this from them so, goes to show how much I know. Anyways, very pretty arrange and not what I was expecting when I saw the title. I have a bit of a hard time recognizing the originals in here but that's not really a problem. There's nothing particularly interesting about it but, it was a good listen nonetheless.
6/10
13. EastNewSound - Cardiac Sound
Haven't heard this circle in a while. I don't really know what to make of this, it's fine? Doesn't really go many places which, I'm going to assume is just a quirk of the genre, but it's not something I particularly appreciate. As everyone else has said, it sure is an arrangement.
6/10
14. MA.S ATTACK - Akutagawa Ryuunosuke's Kappa
Oh god 10 minutes what do you mean 10 minutes. I already gave my thoughts on ambient on the previous piece by this circle, but while that song had a mood I really enjoyed along some stuff on it to keep interesting, if a bit repetitive, there's... not much going on here. Again though, probably a quirk of the genre that's not really resonating with me.
5/10
15. Noah - The Capital City of Flowers in the Sky
Alright, not the genre I was expecting for this song. This is a bit more my realm, what do you mean I'm biased. Starts out really strong and then switches to the acoustic guitar for a softer sound, and I really really love the mix of acoustic and electric guitar in songs. Big fan of the build up of instruments in the background as it nears the end, though I feel that guitar solo came a bit too early. It's good! It's energetic! It's fun!
8/10
16. Yoshida Mirai Project - とこしえの黄泉 -- Pola
Oh this is weird, I like it. Kinda of an odd song pick for an arrangement but it works really well here. That messy distorted sound in the background along with the chanting, before the melody comes in with that soft synth. It's really good. Obviously not something you'd particularly listen to a lot, but it's a very good experience nonetheless.
7/10
17. Shinra-Bansho - Song of Companion
I feel Shinra-Bansho has the same quirk as Akatsuki in which the songs they publicize a lot are kinda bland and samey, but you can actually find some interesting stuff if you dig into their library. Idk, I personally love the original theme here and this arrangement does great at keeping that folksy vibe and enhancing it. Them flutes, man.
8/10
18. GET IN THE RING - ⑨melodies
GET IN THE RING really does not settle on any genre, does it. I don't know if that's a good thing or not, but I've definitely never heard something like this from them so, goes to show how much I know. Anyways, very pretty arrange and not what I was expecting when I saw the title. I have a bit of a hard time recognizing the originals in here but that's not really a problem. There's nothing particularly interesting about it but, it was a good listen nonetheless.
6/10
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Ken Hisuag
Moriya Music Man
16: Pola - Eternal Hades
The past returns to haunt me.
Regrets. 3/10
17: ShinRa-Bansho - Fairy Song
A welcome shift.
ShinRa-Bansho's standard of quality goes before them, as does the varied nature of their arrangements. This is a tamer mood than I usually hear from them, which goes along with the more serene progression utilized. The music depicts an epic journey in all its stages, from the instigation to the setting out, the unmet desires and their associated conflicts, their eventually resolutions and the realization of new horizons. Ironically, I can't make much of the lyrics either in consistency or otherwise. Regardless, a thoroughly enjoyable listen (instrumentation is excellent, too).
A good sort of different from ShinRa-Banso. 8.5/10
18: GET IN THE RING - ⑨melodies
My favorite circle!
Speaking of uncharacteristic styles, I did not expect such a serene song from GET IN THE RING. The masterful medley technique, on the other hand, was eagerly anticipated; this circle is on par with DJ the S for constructing full pieces from outsourced motifs. I was in no way disappointed. The song itself is also worth looking up, imo; it fits the music, and is rather sweet. It's interesting to rate this next to Fairy Song, since the two pieces appeal to me in similar but slightly different ways.
I haven't yet heard a GITR song I didn't love. 8.5/10
can y'all tell I'm rushed?
The past returns to haunt me.
While the wording hasn't aged well, the sentiment hasn't changed. This piece accomplishes a thoroughly disturbing atmosphere, as intended. I may respect it, even appreciate it, but I do not enjoy it.
Regrets. 3/10
17: ShinRa-Bansho - Fairy Song
A welcome shift.
ShinRa-Bansho's standard of quality goes before them, as does the varied nature of their arrangements. This is a tamer mood than I usually hear from them, which goes along with the more serene progression utilized. The music depicts an epic journey in all its stages, from the instigation to the setting out, the unmet desires and their associated conflicts, their eventually resolutions and the realization of new horizons. Ironically, I can't make much of the lyrics either in consistency or otherwise. Regardless, a thoroughly enjoyable listen (instrumentation is excellent, too).
A good sort of different from ShinRa-Banso. 8.5/10
18: GET IN THE RING - ⑨melodies
My favorite circle!
Speaking of uncharacteristic styles, I did not expect such a serene song from GET IN THE RING. The masterful medley technique, on the other hand, was eagerly anticipated; this circle is on par with DJ the S for constructing full pieces from outsourced motifs. I was in no way disappointed. The song itself is also worth looking up, imo; it fits the music, and is rather sweet. It's interesting to rate this next to Fairy Song, since the two pieces appeal to me in similar but slightly different ways.
I haven't yet heard a GITR song I didn't love. 8.5/10
can y'all tell I'm rushed?
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Drunken_Flower
Onshi
i forgor
Yoshida Mirai Project - とこしえの黄泉 -- Pola
??????????
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Ive replayed this for few times but I'm still utterly confused.
4/10, it's a mess but i find slight charm in it idk why.
why is this here? the later two songs are so calm and serene... why?
Shinra-Bansho - 御伽ノ詠
Song of Companion? Fairy Song? which one?
the title 御伽ノ詠 reads as 'Otogi no Uta', 御伽 in literacy means 'to keep company'. it's used in 御伽噺 'Otogibanashi' which means Fairy tale, technically a fantasy tale for keeping company. also 御伽の国 'Otogi no Kuni' which means Fairyland. hmmmm.... but Fairy Song doesn't feel right. Also 詠 can be read as 'Uta' which also means 'song' but this specific kanji is used for poetry.
Fantasy Poem, yeah that's it
iirc I've posted this in Musical Discovery when it was just released but ok.
I love this kind of fantasy-esque sound, idk if this counts as ethnic genre but it's pretty close.
Paired with Esoteric City of Makai it's a perfect combination.
This kind of stuff feels so serene. Like a breath of fresh air, a new perspective, away from reality.
This is is what i expect from any media that delves into fantasy genre.
10/10 i got sucked into the world.
i wanna try translating this
GET IN THE RING - ⑨melodies
I'm in dilemma
medley is both fun and a bit frustrating at times
it's fun guessing the themes "ooh! i know that theme"
sometimes I even point my hand.
but then the sad part "i want more of that theme to play"
This track feels nostalgic, both in mastering with those vinyl cracks and in the lyrics.
don't wanna translate yet but the lyrics in question mostly consist the feeling of "do you remember about that memory".
the medley transition might feel a bit rough if you know the themes and expect it to play continuously without interruption. Suffering from success....
but if you had already accepted the changes it'll sound just fine, in fact, original ballads are usually taking advantage of this dynamism since they are used to tell stories. Sadly rearrangements quite often restrict the expression or has set expectation related to the theme. Which in this case it's the latter.
could use better name for title tbh, circle 9 often associated with comedic value which does not represent this song.
⑨/10
GITR should make more ballads
also should be easier to translate than Otogi no Uta
Yoshida Mirai Project - とこしえの黄泉 -- Pola
??????????
???????
??????????????
Ive replayed this for few times but I'm still utterly confused.
4/10, it's a mess but i find slight charm in it idk why.
why is this here? the later two songs are so calm and serene... why?
Shinra-Bansho - 御伽ノ詠
Song of Companion? Fairy Song? which one?
the title 御伽ノ詠 reads as 'Otogi no Uta', 御伽 in literacy means 'to keep company'. it's used in 御伽噺 'Otogibanashi' which means Fairy tale, technically a fantasy tale for keeping company. also 御伽の国 'Otogi no Kuni' which means Fairyland. hmmmm.... but Fairy Song doesn't feel right. Also 詠 can be read as 'Uta' which also means 'song' but this specific kanji is used for poetry.
Fantasy Poem, yeah that's it
iirc I've posted this in Musical Discovery when it was just released but ok.
I love this kind of fantasy-esque sound, idk if this counts as ethnic genre but it's pretty close.
Paired with Esoteric City of Makai it's a perfect combination.
This kind of stuff feels so serene. Like a breath of fresh air, a new perspective, away from reality.
This is is what i expect from any media that delves into fantasy genre.
10/10 i got sucked into the world.
i wanna try translating this
GET IN THE RING - ⑨melodies
I'm in dilemma
medley is both fun and a bit frustrating at times
it's fun guessing the themes "ooh! i know that theme"
sometimes I even point my hand.
but then the sad part "i want more of that theme to play"
This track feels nostalgic, both in mastering with those vinyl cracks and in the lyrics.
don't wanna translate yet but the lyrics in question mostly consist the feeling of "do you remember about that memory".
the medley transition might feel a bit rough if you know the themes and expect it to play continuously without interruption. Suffering from success....
but if you had already accepted the changes it'll sound just fine, in fact, original ballads are usually taking advantage of this dynamism since they are used to tell stories. Sadly rearrangements quite often restrict the expression or has set expectation related to the theme. Which in this case it's the latter.
could use better name for title tbh, circle 9 often associated with comedic value which does not represent this song.
⑨/10
GITR should make more ballads
also should be easier to translate than Otogi no Uta
CountVonNumenor
Onshi
Alright, with way too long of a delay on my side, time to add a review (seriously, I feel like my procrastination on the forum is getting worse by the day, just like my problem with coming back to reply as a whole or write new things...). So, what do we have this time:
Yoshida Mirai Project - とこしえの黄泉 -- Pola
Already halfway through this song, and I just do not see where is it going. Is it supposed to go somewhere? What original theme is it built on? I can't identify anything, or at least I fail at that. This thing has left me with more questions than answers, and not necessarily in the good way.
I hate giving low grades, but I think this will be no more but a 4/10
Shinra-Bansho - 御伽ノ詠
Ah, Shinra-Bansho. One of the rare occasions through the Tournament when I can recognize the song, or at least the music group. It's been a while since I last listened to them, so let's see what they've got prepared... Oh, I know this song! I think I have heard it in the past, during one of the 24/7 streams Shinra-Bansho hosts on their YouTube channel. Just like usual, it is a very pleasant song to listen to. Overall, the vibe is quite relaxing, and I appreciate that. It's a good song, I like it.
As a result, I will rate this song a solid 9.5/10
GET IN THE RING - ⑨melodies
Oh, GET IN THE RING, it's been a while. I first learnt of them through the collabs with Shinra-Bansho, yet never went further to actually check them out. However, songs like this one really make want to do that. Just as the song started, and I already enjoy it. I like the disc scratch effect at the beginning, and the voice of the singer is so calming. And now, I like the symphonic feeling the orchestra gives. The more I am listening to this, the more I love it.
This has been so lovely, so I think it really deserves a 10/10
Yoshida Mirai Project - とこしえの黄泉 -- Pola
Already halfway through this song, and I just do not see where is it going. Is it supposed to go somewhere? What original theme is it built on? I can't identify anything, or at least I fail at that. This thing has left me with more questions than answers, and not necessarily in the good way.
I hate giving low grades, but I think this will be no more but a 4/10
Shinra-Bansho - 御伽ノ詠
Ah, Shinra-Bansho. One of the rare occasions through the Tournament when I can recognize the song, or at least the music group. It's been a while since I last listened to them, so let's see what they've got prepared... Oh, I know this song! I think I have heard it in the past, during one of the 24/7 streams Shinra-Bansho hosts on their YouTube channel. Just like usual, it is a very pleasant song to listen to. Overall, the vibe is quite relaxing, and I appreciate that. It's a good song, I like it.
As a result, I will rate this song a solid 9.5/10
GET IN THE RING - ⑨melodies
Oh, GET IN THE RING, it's been a while. I first learnt of them through the collabs with Shinra-Bansho, yet never went further to actually check them out. However, songs like this one really make want to do that. Just as the song started, and I already enjoy it. I like the disc scratch effect at the beginning, and the voice of the singer is so calming. And now, I like the symphonic feeling the orchestra gives. The more I am listening to this, the more I love it.
This has been so lovely, so I think it really deserves a 10/10