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Add your review Showing reviews 1161-1180 from 3004:   4th & Inches: Arranged/Remixed tunes"Heh, umm" (by Anorak99, 20 May 2006) [4/10] Heh, well, after listening to some of the other rips on here, this rates pretty low. There wasn't really a single track that caught my eye here, sorry.  Square Vocal Collection"A Respectable Album" (by Anorak99, 20 May 2006) [8/10] This album takes no particular style, as it is simply a collection of vocal collections from a number of Square albums. Quite a number of genres are explored throughout the album, with a punk track being the biggest shock. Not only this, but the album features a number of languages, too; not only does it have English and Japanese, but Swedish and Spanish, too. Many may consider this as an attempt from Square to make more money, and to be frank, it was albums like this which caused the downfall of DigiCube. However, although this collection seems pointless in that respect, it is a great gift for vocal fans, who may usually have to purchase each album separately, just to hear the themes. Square Vocal Collections features the work of eleven game music artists, with the names of Shimomura, Matsueda, Eguchi, Mitsuda, and Uematsu being the most prominent. Not only this, but with twelve tracks, twelve different albums are represented, too, almost as if to give the listener a taster of what is on each one. You'll find that you have probably heard most of the tracks on the album, but collectively, it is a totally different experience. 1) Forevermore [The Bouncer] This is a cute track from The Bouncer Original Soundtrack sung by Reiko Noda. It begins with a slow piano melody to which an elegant guitar is added in preparation of a wonderful vocal line. A drum beat soon enters to add a bit more of a sentimental value to the track, as after all, the lyrics tell a story of love that warms the heart. We can certainly hear a lot of passion through the vocal line, but it is really the power of the accompaniment that lets the track live. For instance, the piano that opens the track carries on flawlessly to provide a compassionate harmony for Noda to go against. However, it obviously isn't just a solo effort from the piano, and strings are involved too. They, themselves, act as passionate links to each section, and are the heart of the development around the 1:05 section. This is a perfect track which you shouldn't miss out on. (10/10) 2) Small Two of Pieces [Xenogears] "Small Two of Pieces" from the Xenogears Original Soundtrack is yet another amazing track, and although slightly on the 'pop-classic' side of the rails, it is highly likeably inspirational and delicate. The lyrics are sung in English in this track, which adds a bit of variation and culture to the album. Each sung verse contains so much philosophy that your mind burst with imagination when you hear Joanne Hogg's voice. As in "Forevermore" though, it isn't really the vocalist that makes the track what it is, as despite her passion, you can't miss the efforts of the flute and electric guitar. The great thing about this track in comparison to "Forevermore" is that it actually lets the instrumentation shine so much more, with a wondrous electric guitar solo being the epitome of this. This is another great track that evidently provides an excellent start to the album. (10+/10) 3) Treasure Chest of the Heart [Chocobo Racing] Hiromi Ota's cute, yet ear piercing voice takes the melody in this track, and transforms it into something heartfelt and meaningful. Once again, it is a song of love and passion, but the lyrics just seem to be so much more innocent and immature in comparison to the likes of "Small Two of Pieces," so perhaps it is a song about childhood sweethearts. The structure of the track is very similar to the first two, yet once again it features a little bit extra, as it is the only track out of the first few that features a choir as well as a lead vocalist. It is around 4:55 when this innocent choir first features, and they really add a superb part above the blasting piano part. Despite how good this track, I personally couldn't blend with it, and I blame Hiromi Ota's voice for that, as I really can't stand her tone. Still, the musicality of this track is excellent, and proves to be as breathtaking as any vocal track should be. (9/10) 4) 9 Times - Punk This Town [Generation XX] The album takes an interesting turn here as we reach a punk composition from a band known as SOBUT. The bass line is repetitive, but it is effective too, as it takes the form of a pumping electric guitar which adds a great amount of power to the track. This track is unsurprisingly strophic, as after all, most rock songs are nowadays, unless they come from the more mainstream artists, of course. The lyrics seem to give the impression that the track is an anthem for success, with the vocalists feeding inspirational vibes to one's mind. Despite all of this encouragement, one can't help but feel that the track seems a bit inappropriate when places amongst the likes of "Small Two of Pieces" and "Melodies of Life." It is misplaced on the album as it certainly comes as a shock, so perhaps if it were later in the album, it would have been more respected. (8/10) 5) Lovely Strains [Soukaigi] Transitioning back to the original, fluid stance that the album once had, "Lovely Strains"' orchestral approach seems well suited. The Soukaigi Original Soundtrack vocal theme begins with a timid string part to which an enhanced brass line is added, and it is after 0:40 that Kotomi Kyouno's voice is first heard. Her voice seems to stay on an even keel with the orchestra as she stays quiet throughout, whispering her emotions throughout. Due to this, there isn't really a part that takes the centre stage, but rather ripples of instrumental parts which come through now and again. Short variations on the melody from such parts give a quaint touch to the track, which is quite an orchestral masterpiece. Effectively, the orchestra does all the work as its passionate crescendo and diminuendo parts are extremely suited to the track. This track is probably the best on the album, as the orchestra is definitely mastered in such a way that no other tracks can touch it. What a great experience. (10+/10) 6) Eyes on Me [Final Fantasy VIII] "Eyes on Me" marks a revolution in the Final Fantasy series, as it began a trend of featuring at least one vocal theme in every Final Fantasy game that followed, and not only this, but it is the first piece of video game music to be recognized with a popular music award. It becomes hard to criticise this piece with such a good run of history behind it, either way, there isn't a lot to criticise anyway. The lyrics link directly to the relationship of Squall and Rinoa, with Faye Wong's voice gorgeously singing the true fate which is unknown love. Furthermore, as with the first few tracks on the album "Eyes on Me" features not just a vocalist, but a superb orchestra, too. Although the orchestration isn't as good as the likes of "Lovely Strains," it is still exceptional, with every melodic input being a worthy one. This is perhaps the best known track on the album and for a good reason, too. This track alone must have persuaded many a fan to buy the album. (10/10) 7) Somnia Memorias [Parasite Eve] This enchanting vocal melody from the Parasite Eve Original Soundtrack starts off with ambient jungle-like sound effects. This hopeful introduction is soon added to by some synthesiser chords which rise in volume and pitch, and then even more variety is added when a drum beat enters the track. Soon after though, comes the light of the track, the voice of Shani Rigsbee, which is quite cute, but horribly out of tune in places. The Spanish lyrics suggest an ill-fated passion which will end in grief — Shani Rigsbee plays the part of the partner, who warns her loved one what will happen to them. Her tone is cutting, yet strangely suited to the image meaning to be portrayed. All in all, the track builds itself up well, with the overall effect being a feeling of hope, but dismay too. We return to the jungle sound effects near the end, which is intended to recapitulate the theme, almost as if the lovers will fall into the same trap every time. (9/10) 8) Stars of Tears [Xenogears] The name "Stars of Tears" reflects upon the splash of a tear on the floor, similar to a snow drop, no star will be the same, thus enhancing the idea that emotions are unique and something to respect. The track doesn't off much, yet still, it proves to be an effective addition to the album, being the only track with a Celtic edge to it. The track is traditional in its sense of instrumentation — namely an acoustic guitar, a tambourine, and a wood flute — so it stays true to the album, too, as there is never anything misplaced in any of the genres explored. Nonetheless, the story of the track is that the force of life goes on, and through Joanne Hogg's pure voice, this is expressed amazingly. (9.5/10) 9) Radical Dreamers [Chrono Cross] The beloved "Radical Dreamers" theme is expressed in its purest form in this track. The first thing one notices about the track is that the accompaniment is bare, however, this is a cunning effort to place more emphasis upon the melody. The guitar is pure, ambient, and expressive, too. Noriko Mitose's strong voice draws out the true essence of the theme, as although it is sad, she doesn't take it to the unearthly extremes. The track is was created by Mitsuda in an intelligent, minimalist style that increases the purity intended. The best bit about this adopted style, is that at the end of the track we are left with a sense of emptiness, so you can really reminisce upon the preceding events. So, although this track may seem somewhat bland in comparison to others on the album, one can see that it is actually a masterpiece and a simple gem. There isn't any blandness about it either. (10/10) 10) Melodies of Life [Final Fantasy IX] Beautifully quaint, Emiko Shiratori's voice sings wonderfully against the solid instrumentation. This is, once again, a track filled with passion, and it centres on the theme of love, too, with the main idea being of support and friendship. The track features one of the more inspirational solos on the album, with an electric guitar overtaking an accompanying piano part to let a stream of passion flow right through the track. There is so much more to this piece though, as it proves to be intricate in almost every section, as after all, this is an ending track. As an added bonus, once the lyrical section ends, the familiar Final Fantasy ending theme is played to round out the experience, recapitulating upon the encounters within the game. (10/10) 11) Song of Mana [Legend of Mana] This track is the first and last Swedish sung vocal piece, with Annika and some marvellous orchestration being in the limelight. It starts off slowly, with its increasing dynamics somewhat eager in comparison to other track introductions. This eagerness is great though, as it prepares us for the shock of a total change in character. Suddenly, this sombre, nostalgic song, turns into a flair of melodies and upbeat harmonies. An enjoyable, endless repeat of the melody rings it to justice, and not once does it bore, simply because the track features so much variation that it is a continual classic. This is a great way to end this album, with "Tiny Wings" being considered a bonus track. This is a personal favourite of mine, and it comes a close second to "Lovely Strains." (10+/10) 12) Tiny Wings [Dice de Chocobo] Although the Chocobo theme has been endlessly arranged, this track was truly enjoyable. It acts as a reprise to the album, and Mari Izukawa is well suited to this, simply because her voice is extremely cute. The lyrics are just as innocent, with the Chocobo becoming a representation of free spirit with a moral of letting fate guide you. The track sounds slightly French, with the typical impressionist style shining through nicely. And so, the track ends on the note "Let them fly away: they'll take you to the heart of the one that's most precious to you." It is definitely a meaningful addition to the soundtrack within its philosophy, sadly though, there is little development, making it one of the lesser gems on the album. (8/10) Although each of these tracks have been released on other albums, the experience that you get from just listening to them as a whole is incomparable to when they are within their main albums. It is surprising to see the similarities between the themes, as it seems that most of them either follow a plain structure — being an instrumental introduction, then the lyrics, then an instrumental lead out — or just deviate from this and explore a new style. Simplicity is the key throughout the album, with even the barest of tracks standing out well. I can't say that there is a single red herring amongst the album, it's just the fact that it was a deliberate money making opportunity that put most fans off. Still, this is a respectable album as expected.  Ghosts 'n' Goblins: Arranged/Remixed tunes"Good Music" (by Anorak99, 20 May 2006) [7/10] There've been quite a few albums that I have accidentally bumped into on Mirsoft over the past few months and this is one of them. I can't say that it is a masterpiece, but it certainly caught my eye. Star Control 2: Game rip"Not as Good as Suggested" (by Anorak99, 20 May 2006) [4/10] I listened to this rip after being told by many that it was going to be great, but to be honest, I was very disappointed. There are better soundtracks out there, and although some of these melodies are certainly memorable, they're little more than that. Crusader: No Remorse: Game rip"Crusader MP3" (by zrusavpt, 20 May 2006) [10/10] If you prefer MP3 (or you don't want to convert it by yourself), you might want to check: http://www.abandonia.com/main.php?nav=music&game=Crusader%201%20-%20No%20Remorse http://www.abandonia.com/main.php?nav=music&game=Crusader%202%20-%20No%20Regret Star Control 2: Game rip"One of the best soundtracks ever produced for a computer game" (by Vladimir Kornea, 16 May 2006) [10/10] Star Control 2 is a classic masterpiece, having among other things one of the best soundtracks ever produced for a computer game. When I first entered quasi-space while playing the game, I spent a long time just listening to the beautiful 'mystic shadows' track. Other particularly moving tracks include the tragic and heroic Yehat theme and the detached and brooding Mycon theme. GL Tron: Game rip"Mouth blocked, no breathing, mindless..." (by sds, 16 May 2006) [10/10] Shocked... This is brutal, download, 1 tune, life is good... Gadget Twins: Game rip"Yaiii. jumpy." (by sds, 16 May 2006) [5/10] Like a tripy, colorfull, happy, plataformy game just for little kids, yipeeeeeee... Man, i must grow a bit. Gainforce: Game rip"Very nice!" (by sds, 16 May 2006) [9/10] Really nice tunes, if liked Pinball dreams, check these ones, Highly recommended. G2: Game rip"Not very good, but..." (by sds, 16 May 2006) [4/10] From my point of view, at least 2 of them are good (tensev1 and title2v2), the rest... well... discard-able  Shadow of the Beast 2: Game rip"Close your eyes..." (by sds, 16 May 2006) [9/10] Press play and let your imagination run free while listening this sounds. Last Ninja 2, The: Arranged/Remixed tunes"Remixes of old gamemusic" (by Tepe, 12 May 2006) [8/10] Last ninja games include great music. This is thing why that games are so good. Everybody who played that games remember horribles and hards jumpings. Killing Game Show, The: Game rip"3 tunes from Ray Norrish" (by Tepe, 12 May 2006) [7/10] Credits tune is even thickness. Two next are much better and i like end of ingame music(Great piano melody) Jurassic Park: Arranged/Remixed tunes"Not special but ok" (by Tepe, 12 May 2006) [7/10] Maybe someone like this little boring tune. Going another ear in and other out Unreal Tournament: Game rip"It would be very hard to do better now" (by kikoolol, 12 May 2006) [10/10] One of the best soundtracks made by awesome modders, maybe nearly as good as techno music must haves. Still listening to those tracks after many years Favorites : Foregone destruction, Skyward fire, botpack#9. The last unreals were kinda bad after those gems, the Severnaya dam music on Unreal 2 was one of the few who could compete with UT99 tracks. Jumping Jackson: Game rip"listen and laugh" (by Tepe, 11 May 2006) [9/10] Funniest game music what i ever hear. Different and jolly Impossible Mission 2025: Game rip"Future techno tunes" (by Tepe, 11 May 2006) [8/10] Some good tunes but they are very short. All tunes duration is less than 2 minutes IK Plus: Arranged/Remixed tunes"Eastern feeling" (by Tepe, 11 May 2006) [8/10] Best fighting game music ever. Feel like you are in china, sun going down, beautifuls scenerys... Hybris: Arranged/Remixed tunes"Best shooting game on the year 1988" (by Tepe, 11 May 2006) [8/10] Best shooting game on the year 1988 and meybe best gamemusic on the same year Green Beret: Game rip"C64 Memories" (by Tepe, 8 May 2006) [7/10] It´s take eternity when C64 loads green beret. Good things in waiting is you can listen good music and watching loading picture
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