Dude, thank you SO much for the opportunity to team up again - this was a joy to work on, and I'm grateful for your interest - for your _enthusiasm_ even - in collaborating on this piece. I'm thrilled that both my first Metroid series remix and first remix of the year was a combined effort with you - kicking off 2024 with the force of a Power Bomb! 💥 Thank you for all the effort and care you put into this remix - from the dynamic and amped-up transitions, to those eerie SFX... and of course those powerful choral sounds, the varied percussive elements, and those electric melody layers... everything just elevates the piece to the next level, and being able to work with your stems was a real privilege! You know I'm a big fan of your Club Mix, and I'm really looking forward to hearing that in your own video! 😁 And much love to you, too, my friend! I am _beyond_ excited to meet you at MAGFest... the 18th can't come soon enough! Thanks again for everything, Theølogy!! 💛
@@Arcticanine Thanks so much, Arcticanine! I really appreciate your taking an interest in our remix, and your kind words mean a great deal. 😊 I'm glad that you found the differences between the original and remixed versions to be enjoyable, and it's really nice to hear that you feel this arrangement is so distinct by comparison - thanks for saying so! Theølogy and I had a great time working together on this! ^_^
Well done Equalyze, it’s simply perfect! I love seeing your different collaborations, you both rocked it! This music is both beautiful and intriguing. The arrangements are simply brilliant, in short, nothing more to say than "incredible". Keep it up, you're starting the year in style!
Hey, Guimu!! Thank you so much for kind and thoughtful words - it means so much that you always take the time to listen and comment with intent, really. 😊 It makes me happy to know that you enjoy hearing these different collaborations, and thanks for saying so! I enjoy the opportunity to work with different people in the VGM community, and I feel like I'm able to learn a lot in the process each time. The ability to explore new sound styles under the guidance of a partner is a nice feature of collaborating, too! I really appreciate your specific remarks on the music, and seeing it described as beautiful is very high praise! I'm glad it had that mysterious, intriguing atmosphere we were going for, as well! And thank you for mentioning the arrangement, as well - I was able to incorporate a short segment from Metroid Prime 2 (Torvus Bog), as well as a variation on the Metroid Prime menu theme in the end segment. ^_^ Thank you again for your unrelenting support and encouragement. I hope 2024 turns out to be a big year for the VGM community! Until next time, my friend! 💛
Oh man this absolutely slaps! I’ve never played the Prime games, but I really want to! I’ve always loved how moody and atmospheric the music is, and this adds a banger-ific quality on top of that (good technical music terminology, I know). Great work, both of you!!
NostalJack! It's so good to see you, man! Thank you very much for taking the time to listen and comment on this track- it means a lot that you always do! :D To be honest, I've only played the first game in the Prime series, and I watched a friend play through a good deal of MP2: Echoes - outside of that, I have very little experience with the series. I wish I enjoyed them more, but honestly they're a bit unnerving to play... I guess that's testament to how well the series creates an atmosphere of tension and isolation! I really did enjoy Metroid Prime, though, and as someone who doesn't go for first-person shooters, I'd still give it a high recommendation! I'm glad that you felt this remix retained the atmospheric qualities that the series is known for - that's very high praise! Theølogy did an incredible job imbuing the track with ambience, with huge choral synths and various SFX, and his percussive sounds and melody layers infused the sound with loads of energy and texture. And I think he'd be every bit as flattered and amused as I am by the term you've coined! I really appreciate your enthusiasm for the remix, and again, for your kind words. Until next time, my friend! 😄
Chillboy!! Thanks so much for checking out our new remix, and I am beyond thrilled to hear that you enjoyed it so much! ^_^ There's always a bit of weight to covering the more well-known themes, knowing that it could very well be someone's favorite, but your feedback is very encouraging, and we're glad to have made a track that hits that nostalgic nerve just right. Thank you again for the kind words, my friend - see you around! 😄
Wow, I love how this remix turned out! The drums are really complex and groovy, they are superbly arranged! Metroid music tends to be really atmospheric, and the choice of synths and instruments here really complement each other well. I can even hear that portamento synth in the background that sounds like it came straight out of a Metroid game! Really, you guys did an incredible job of capturing that Metroid feel in this remix! 👍😃
Thank you very much, Glitchman!! Your comments are always such a joy to read, and I really can't put into words how much your enthusiasm and support mean to me. 😊 I'm happy to hear that you enjoyed the way this remix sounded, and thanks for saying so! Both Theølogy and I wanted to create some interesting and dynamic percussive patterns, and it is so heartening to hear that you felt they were well arranged! And thanks also for your positive remarks regarding the instrumentation! Both Theølogy and I used our own choral pad sounds (which were integrated together) as well as some bolder synths for the lead melodies. I think the one you're hearing that's a bit reminiscent of that iconic portamento synth from Metroid Prime is Theølogy's, and it can be heard even more prominently in his mix. :D Thank you again for your incredibly thoughtful and detailed comments, my friend. As always, we're eagerly awaiting your next remix video, when it's good and ready! 🌟
Ahhh my type of jam!!! Imma hazard a guess Equalyze you did the melody and Theology did the dnb? And i hear both of your synergy perfectly in this track with the synths and the melody this track was amazing!! I love the art and animation so much!! Kali's lovely art animated by you so fluidly and exceptionally! I think its time we got a master class in ZGameEditor from you ;) something Jawnhto and i were discussing actually as ideas for the community potentially! You go way above and beyond in your craft musically and visually!! The trance those two metroids set in and the movements were so smooth!! And your shoutout of Theology and his work is so wonderful! Both of you are like sages to the VGM community, really compassionate and caring and to see that expressed in the description of the work he does and you crediting that is so nice!! Cant wait to see you both at MAG!! ❤
Hanabi!! :D Man, thank you so, so much for the enthusiastic and kind words! I really appreciate your taking the time to listen so intently and write at length about the music, visuals, and description! So, believe it or not, I handled the bass parts and a good deal of the percussive elements here, alongside the pianos and certain lead synths. Theølogy created the vast majority of the awesome transitions/drum fills here and all of those eerie and cool SFX. He also layered some massive choral sounds with my own, and his electro leads really added a lot of bite to the melody! I'm really glad, though, that you enjoyed the instrumentation, and that you felt it had strong synergy - I'm inclined to agree, in truth! 😁 Dude, thank you so much for your kind remarks regarding the visuals! Kali and I are always so grateful that you mention them specifically. ^_^ The focus here was definitely on dynamic lighting, since there was much less character movement than usual, but I'm glad we decided to include the Metroids in the end, since they weren't originally planned. And wow, that is _seriously_ high praise, to hear that you feel my abilities with the ZGEV are exemplary - thank you! I don't know if I could actually make any decent tutorials, but I'm always happy to share what I've learned with specific effects, or just general tips. I'll definitely keep that in mind! It warms my heart to know that you appreciate and cherish these featured artist segments I include in the descriptions - thank you for always taking the time to read and comment on them, seriously. 💛 And you're too kind! It's humbling to be seen as such a person of character in the community, alongside Theølogy. I think the very same of you, my friend, and I am _so_ looking forward to meeting you guys at MAGFest... less than 2 weeks now!!
This feels so groovy and ethereal all at the same time, actually what I imagine a club in this region would be like! All the bass and percussion together is so clean and really gives everything such a fun rhythm to move to! I didn't know these characters could look cooler until I saw Kali's art. The posing and colors make them look so amazing!! All of you knocked it out of the park with this one and I can't wait for more!!
Ah man, thanks so much, Danny! It means a great deal to know that you enjoyed this remix, and I really appreciate your kind and enthusiastic feedback. 😊 It's awesome to hear that you felt this remix feels like what you might hear in an underground club, if one existed in the game - that was _exactly_ what we were going for here, and Theølogy's own Club Mix really doubles down on that sound style! Seeing the music described as having an ethereal and groovy feeling is very welcome feedback, as well. ^_^ And thank you very much for mentioning the bass and percussive parts specifically - we did put quite a bit of work into balancing those low-end elements, so it's really heartening to hear that you felt they were glued together well! Thank you for your kind mention of the artwork!! Honestly, I really love how the character designs and lighting elements came out, and the overall "grungy, yet modern" feel that Kali created for the room itself really just blew me away. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the poses and color choices in particular, and seeing the characters being described as looking so cool puts smiles on both our faces. :D Again, we really appreciate your support and enthusiasm for this remix! And likewise, I'm excited to see that you've already kicked off the year with an awesome remix video of your own - I'm hoping to have an opportunity to comment on that real soon! Until then, my friend! 💛
Heyy, DS to DS!! Thanks so much for listening to our new remix, and for taking the time to comment - your enthusiasm and continual support mean a tremendous amount, seriously. And yeah, this is my first Metroid remix! It's thanks to Theølogy that this was able to come to fruition in the way that it did. We figured that with MAGFest's 2024 theme being Metroid Prime, it'd be an ideal opportunity to remix a track from the game. 👾 Thanks again for the encouraging words! :D
The og version majorly exhibits an aura of mystery and eerieness with a very subtle note of mechanical sounding notes. I'm very impressed to hear that you seem to have completed changed that to a remix with majorly Mechanical sounding notes and more of a "cheerful" atmosphere. Really well done @Equalize and @TheologyVGM !!!
Arcticanine, it's great to see you again! :D Thanks so much for taking an interest in this remix, and for taking the time to write such thoughtful and encouraging comments - it means a tremendous amount! You described the feeling of the original perfectly, and I'm glad to hear that this rendition had a similar atmosphere, but with a bit more positivity - that's heartening to hear! Theølogy specializes in club-ready remixes, and the infectious and fun energy of his production style really infused the music with vibrant energy! Of course, his haunting choral sounds and those unnerving sound effects he implemented provide a good dose of eeriness, too, as you mentioned. Thank you again for your detailed feedback, and for cheering us on - we're fortunate to have your support! 😊
Oh I love this, the main melodies are slower with less notes than what you usually do for your remixes but the bass synth and drums add a nice energy to the whole track. I like the way you let the song end calmly at 1:50. Also the visuals for the video are great ^^
Hey, FlameCheese! Thank you so much for the thoughtful feedback - your comments are always a delight to read, and it means a tremendous amount that you always take the time to listen and write about each remix. ^_^ You're 100% right that the lead melodies here have more sustained notes and are less busy than a lot of the other arrangements I work with - it was definitely a challenge to incorporate melodies that didn't have a lot of movement in them, and to let the supporting parts do most of that work. The fact that the bassline is so steady and plays a nearly unchanging pattern throughout most of the remix is such a neat feature of this song, honestly, and it's something I quickly grew to love while working on this remix. As you mentioned, the bass and percussive elements really are the feature elements here, and I'm glad you liked that dynamic! Thanks for mentioning the ending segment, as well! Similar to the arrangement, it was a much greater contrast in terms of song structure than anything I've worked with previously. It feels like a nice respite after all the intensity leading up to it, and Theølogy's transition into the calmer segment is just the perfect segue as a big energy release. 😌 Kali and I really appreciate your kind words regarding the visuals, as well! I finally figured out how to more easily sync flashing lights with the tempo of the song, so I've been having a lot of fun with that recently. 😁 Thanks again for the kind comment, my friend - until next time! 🌟
Aw, thanks so much, man! I'm psyched that you felt this made for a nostalgic listening experience! 😁 In truth, Metroid Prime was the first game from the series that I played, so it's a bit of a throwback for me, as well. Granted, Theølogy is the Metroid veteran, so I can only imagine how many fond memories he has with this game! I really appreciate your taking the time to listen and comment on my latest remix videos, Mighty Andross - it means a huge amount! Thanks again, and I hope to see you soon! 🙂
Beautiful! Wonderful job on this Equalyze and Theology! The original theme of this sounds so atmospheric and almost empty at times, which is perfect for the game but a hard thing to remix I would feel like. But you guys made it still have that same Metroid prime vibe while also making it less empty feeling and a little more fleshed out which I feel like you need for a remix. Awesome job on this one, wish it were longer haha! 😙👍
Thank you so much, Sculpted Nostalgia!! I am really happy to know that you liked this one, and that you felt it captured the atmospheric feel of the original. ^_^ Indeed, it was sort of tricky to work with a melody that's more sparse, in terms of melody and supporting parts, but it also provided an opportunity to embellish with a lot of textural, percussive, and rhythmic elements. It was tempting to want to fill all those gaps with different sounds, but sometimes less truly is more, as many of the talented producers in the community like Theølogy have taught me. :D In any case, we're glad that you feel this one is more robust, in terms of arrangement and sound design! Wow, that is _very_ high praise, to hear that you feel this could be longer yet - thank you!! As Theølogy mentioned, he has a Club Mix version which extends the remix in both directions, and with a unique sound profile, too. He has it on his latest #InVGMWeTrust episode, but I have a feeling it'll also be appearing on his channel as a standalone video before long! Thanks again for your tremendous support and enthusiasm - I'm very fortunate to have a friend like you! I know your videos take a good deal of time to produce, but I'll be looking forward to your next video, as well. See you around! 🙂
Dang, I can't believe I missed commenting on this one, too!! With two of my favorite remixers?!?!?! SO GOOD!!! Once again you both have showcased your brilliance; I firmly believe this is better than the original, not to say that remixing means we're trying to make songs sound "better" than the originals, but this truly is just _that_ good! This also may be the only song Theology has produced that didn't burn my speakers down, haha 😅 Very well done, guys!!! 🔥
Thank you, Player2!! Your comments are always such a joy to read, and I immensely appreciate your taking the time to write such detailed and encouraging feedback. 😊 Wow, that is a _massive_ compliment to receive, especially coming from you - thanks so much for that! You absolutely nailed it when you described our collective goal as producing remixes that are not necessarily intended to surpass the originals; with all due respect to the OG versions, though, it's always such a big deal when someone mentions that they feel the music has been leveled up - especially when that someone is both a friend and role model! :D Haha! That remark about Theølogy's speaker-decimating mixes legit made me laugh out loud. Theø and I decided to create unique mixes here using the same set of stems (with extra elements in his) to reflect our respective sound styles, so while this one may have pushed hard, I have a feeling that his Club Mix likely induced a Plasma Beam effect on your sound system. XD Interestingly, your (incredible) Crashed Ship Frigate Orpheon collaboration was the remix that introduced me to Theølogy, so it's pretty wild to see things come full-circle with the same game! Again, thanks so much for your wonderfully supportive and uplifting comment! 🌟
Heyy, Floridian Priest, it's really good to see you again! Thanks so much for taking an interest in this remix, and for leaving such a kind and enthusiastic comment. ^_^ I'm delighted to hear that this month's remix is from one of your favorite series! I'm definitely not experienced with the Metroid games, and I've only played through Prime (1) and a little bit of Super Metroid, in truth, so this was definitely a new experience for me. However, Theølogy is a _big_ fan of the series, and he has a few remixes from Prime, as well as a video essay exploring the character of Samus - I definitely recommend them! And while there are so many soundtracks I want to cover music from, I'm positive this won't be the last Metroid remix on this channel. :D Thanks again for listening, and for taking the time to comment! 😄
An essay about Samus' character? Oh I'll certainly have to check his videos out! Thanks for the recommendation! And thanks for replying. I look forward to your next remix!
Alter Loy! Thank you so much for the kind words regarding the remix and our collaboration. ^_^ It means so much that you get excited for each new remix, and your unrelenting support is hugely appreciated! Man, that really warms my heart to hear that you hold Theølogy and I in such high regard - thank you! And likewise, my friend - not only are you a talented producer and musician, but you have a wonderful personality and ability to make people feel appreciated and valued. 💛 Thanks again for taking the time to listen and comment - and I'm looking forward to your next remix, as well!
What a great remix! The drums have such a great rythm and the mix is really clean. And wow, al the synths you selected are really good choices, they fit really well! Great work, the visuals are also very clean :D
Thank you so much, DarlingJack! It's always a delight to read your comments, and I immensely appreciate that you always take the time to listen and comment so thoughtfully on each remix video. Seriously! Thank you so much, DarlingJack! It's always a delight to read your comments, and I immensely appreciate that you always take the time to listen and comment so thoughtfully on each remix video. Seriously! I'm really glad that you liked the drums here, and thanks for saying so! Theølogy and I combined our percussive sound styles, and we felt it had a nicely complex rhythm with punch and depth. His drum fills, transitional SFX, and reverbed one-shots really brought the percussive elements to the next level! Thanks also for your kind remarks regarding the sound selection - glad you enjoyed them! Like with the drums, I felt that Theølogy's and my parts synergized well, and the leads and atmospheric choral sounds are the result of our combined stems. I'm honestly a bit envious of how good his parts sound, and it was a real privilege to be able to work alongside him again! I really appreciate your mention of the visuals, too - thank you! This scene was fun to put together, and since there's a bit less movement than usual, I felt that it was a good opportunity to try some dynamic lighting effects to go along to the beat of the music. Seeing them described as clean is very high praise! Thanks again for your wonderful comment, my friend. I hope your year has been off to a great start, and I'll see you soon! 🌟
Oh heck yeah. One of the first remixes I ever did was from this game... many many years ago. Love to see you branching out into my favorite Nintendo Sci-fi :D
Voidmoney!! Thank you so much for taking the time to check out this remix video and share your thoughts on it. It means a ton, really, and I always get excited when I get notifications for comments you've written! :D I didn't see the remix from Metroid Prime that you mentioned, but I'm guessing it wasn't posted to UA-cam? In any case, that's awesome to hear that you've covered a track(s) from this game, and that the game ranks so highly for you in general! Honestly, I've been meaning to replay this game again, and the remaster feels like an ideal opportunity to revisit it. By the way, a hearty congratulations on your channel growth this past year! I'm really happy to see that you're reaching ever-wider audiences, and that you're able to create videos at such a steady pace. I hope they're as enjoyable to make as they have been to watch! Thanks again, my friend! 🙂
@@Equalyze Yeaaaah the old MP remix was very early in my music production days, so I've taken it down from UA-cam. It was part of my learning phase. Thank you for the kind words and accolades! It's been an interesting journey for sure, and glad to see that you're on a similar journey yourself. =]
@@Voidmoney Ah, yeah, I totally get that. I always have this slight worry that someone who doesn't know me might stumble upon one of my older videos first and base their perception of my music on that remix, but then I figure that there's no guarantee they would have seen a newer video otherwise. 😅 But yeah, absolutely! Really glad that it's been a great year all-around, and I hope that 2024 brings lots of exciting things for all of us. Thanks again, Void! 🙂
Hey, Hyeonochi!! It's great to see you! Thank you very much for taking an interest in the remix, and for your kind words - it means a lot! ^_^ Honestly, I love making remix videos, and interacting with people through comments is one of the best parts of being able to share them on UA-cam. I hope to keep doing this for a very long time to come! Thanks again, and happy new year to you, as well! 🌟
Heyy, IncredFX! Thanks so much for checking out this remix, and for taking the time to comment on it. :D I'm really happy to hear that you enjoyed the music, and that you felt it had a notable atmosphere and arrangement. That feedback means a lot, coming from you! ^_^ Thanks again for listening! And I'm super excited for what your next remix will be! 😁
Thanks so much for watching, Christian, and welcome! I really appreciate your interest in this video, and in the channel in general. 😊 I hope you'll enjoy future remixes, as well!
LOVE YOU EQUALYZE! 😭😭😭
So great to have made our mark on the world for the second time! See you at Magfest!!!
Dude, thank you SO much for the opportunity to team up again - this was a joy to work on, and I'm grateful for your interest - for your _enthusiasm_ even - in collaborating on this piece. I'm thrilled that both my first Metroid series remix and first remix of the year was a combined effort with you - kicking off 2024 with the force of a Power Bomb! 💥
Thank you for all the effort and care you put into this remix - from the dynamic and amped-up transitions, to those eerie SFX... and of course those powerful choral sounds, the varied percussive elements, and those electric melody layers... everything just elevates the piece to the next level, and being able to work with your stems was a real privilege! You know I'm a big fan of your Club Mix, and I'm really looking forward to hearing that in your own video! 😁
And much love to you, too, my friend! I am _beyond_ excited to meet you at MAGFest... the 18th can't come soon enough! Thanks again for everything, Theølogy!! 💛
Well done with the remix both of you! It sounds amazing, especially when you compare it to the og-it sounds VERY different!!
@@Arcticanine Thanks so much, Arcticanine! I really appreciate your taking an interest in our remix, and your kind words mean a great deal. 😊
I'm glad that you found the differences between the original and remixed versions to be enjoyable, and it's really nice to hear that you feel this arrangement is so distinct by comparison - thanks for saying so! Theølogy and I had a great time working together on this! ^_^
Well done Equalyze, it’s simply perfect!
I love seeing your different collaborations, you both rocked it!
This music is both beautiful and intriguing. The arrangements are simply brilliant, in short, nothing more to say than "incredible".
Keep it up, you're starting the year in style!
Hey, Guimu!! Thank you so much for kind and thoughtful words - it means so much that you always take the time to listen and comment with intent, really. 😊
It makes me happy to know that you enjoy hearing these different collaborations, and thanks for saying so! I enjoy the opportunity to work with different people in the VGM community, and I feel like I'm able to learn a lot in the process each time. The ability to explore new sound styles under the guidance of a partner is a nice feature of collaborating, too!
I really appreciate your specific remarks on the music, and seeing it described as beautiful is very high praise! I'm glad it had that mysterious, intriguing atmosphere we were going for, as well! And thank you for mentioning the arrangement, as well - I was able to incorporate a short segment from Metroid Prime 2 (Torvus Bog), as well as a variation on the Metroid Prime menu theme in the end segment. ^_^
Thank you again for your unrelenting support and encouragement. I hope 2024 turns out to be a big year for the VGM community! Until next time, my friend! 💛
Oh man this absolutely slaps! I’ve never played the Prime games, but I really want to! I’ve always loved how moody and atmospheric the music is, and this adds a banger-ific quality on top of that (good technical music terminology, I know). Great work, both of you!!
NostalJack! It's so good to see you, man! Thank you very much for taking the time to listen and comment on this track- it means a lot that you always do! :D
To be honest, I've only played the first game in the Prime series, and I watched a friend play through a good deal of MP2: Echoes - outside of that, I have very little experience with the series. I wish I enjoyed them more, but honestly they're a bit unnerving to play... I guess that's testament to how well the series creates an atmosphere of tension and isolation! I really did enjoy Metroid Prime, though, and as someone who doesn't go for first-person shooters, I'd still give it a high recommendation!
I'm glad that you felt this remix retained the atmospheric qualities that the series is known for - that's very high praise! Theølogy did an incredible job imbuing the track with ambience, with huge choral synths and various SFX, and his percussive sounds and melody layers infused the sound with loads of energy and texture. And I think he'd be every bit as flattered and amused as I am by the term you've coined!
I really appreciate your enthusiasm for the remix, and again, for your kind words. Until next time, my friend! 😄
I LOVE this! This is my favorite Metroid Prime song of them all. So incredibly nostalgic! You both did an amazing job with this one!
Chillboy!! Thanks so much for checking out our new remix, and I am beyond thrilled to hear that you enjoyed it so much! ^_^
There's always a bit of weight to covering the more well-known themes, knowing that it could very well be someone's favorite, but your feedback is very encouraging, and we're glad to have made a track that hits that nostalgic nerve just right.
Thank you again for the kind words, my friend - see you around! 😄
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Wow, I love how this remix turned out! The drums are really complex and groovy, they are superbly arranged! Metroid music tends to be really atmospheric, and the choice of synths and instruments here really complement each other well. I can even hear that portamento synth in the background that sounds like it came straight out of a Metroid game! Really, you guys did an incredible job of capturing that Metroid feel in this remix! 👍😃
EQ is the man when it comes to sound design, that’s all I’ll say!
Thank you very much, Glitchman!! Your comments are always such a joy to read, and I really can't put into words how much your enthusiasm and support mean to me. 😊
I'm happy to hear that you enjoyed the way this remix sounded, and thanks for saying so! Both Theølogy and I wanted to create some interesting and dynamic percussive patterns, and it is so heartening to hear that you felt they were well arranged!
And thanks also for your positive remarks regarding the instrumentation! Both Theølogy and I used our own choral pad sounds (which were integrated together) as well as some bolder synths for the lead melodies. I think the one you're hearing that's a bit reminiscent of that iconic portamento synth from Metroid Prime is Theølogy's, and it can be heard even more prominently in his mix. :D
Thank you again for your incredibly thoughtful and detailed comments, my friend. As always, we're eagerly awaiting your next remix video, when it's good and ready! 🌟
Ahhh my type of jam!!! Imma hazard a guess Equalyze you did the melody and Theology did the dnb? And i hear both of your synergy perfectly in this track with the synths and the melody this track was amazing!!
I love the art and animation so much!! Kali's lovely art animated by you so fluidly and exceptionally! I think its time we got a master class in ZGameEditor from you ;) something Jawnhto and i were discussing actually as ideas for the community potentially! You go way above and beyond in your craft musically and visually!! The trance those two metroids set in and the movements were so smooth!!
And your shoutout of Theology and his work is so wonderful! Both of you are like sages to the VGM community, really compassionate and caring and to see that expressed in the description of the work he does and you crediting that is so nice!!
Cant wait to see you both at MAG!! ❤
Hanabi!! :D Man, thank you so, so much for the enthusiastic and kind words! I really appreciate your taking the time to listen so intently and write at length about the music, visuals, and description!
So, believe it or not, I handled the bass parts and a good deal of the percussive elements here, alongside the pianos and certain lead synths. Theølogy created the vast majority of the awesome transitions/drum fills here and all of those eerie and cool SFX. He also layered some massive choral sounds with my own, and his electro leads really added a lot of bite to the melody! I'm really glad, though, that you enjoyed the instrumentation, and that you felt it had strong synergy - I'm inclined to agree, in truth! 😁
Dude, thank you so much for your kind remarks regarding the visuals! Kali and I are always so grateful that you mention them specifically. ^_^ The focus here was definitely on dynamic lighting, since there was much less character movement than usual, but I'm glad we decided to include the Metroids in the end, since they weren't originally planned. And wow, that is _seriously_ high praise, to hear that you feel my abilities with the ZGEV are exemplary - thank you! I don't know if I could actually make any decent tutorials, but I'm always happy to share what I've learned with specific effects, or just general tips. I'll definitely keep that in mind!
It warms my heart to know that you appreciate and cherish these featured artist segments I include in the descriptions - thank you for always taking the time to read and comment on them, seriously. 💛 And you're too kind! It's humbling to be seen as such a person of character in the community, alongside Theølogy. I think the very same of you, my friend, and I am _so_ looking forward to meeting you guys at MAGFest... less than 2 weeks now!!
This feels so groovy and ethereal all at the same time, actually what I imagine a club in this region would be like! All the bass and percussion together is so clean and really gives everything such a fun rhythm to move to!
I didn't know these characters could look cooler until I saw Kali's art. The posing and colors make them look so amazing!!
All of you knocked it out of the park with this one and I can't wait for more!!
Ah man, thanks so much, Danny! It means a great deal to know that you enjoyed this remix, and I really appreciate your kind and enthusiastic feedback. 😊
It's awesome to hear that you felt this remix feels like what you might hear in an underground club, if one existed in the game - that was _exactly_ what we were going for here, and Theølogy's own Club Mix really doubles down on that sound style! Seeing the music described as having an ethereal and groovy feeling is very welcome feedback, as well. ^_^ And thank you very much for mentioning the bass and percussive parts specifically - we did put quite a bit of work into balancing those low-end elements, so it's really heartening to hear that you felt they were glued together well!
Thank you for your kind mention of the artwork!! Honestly, I really love how the character designs and lighting elements came out, and the overall "grungy, yet modern" feel that Kali created for the room itself really just blew me away. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the poses and color choices in particular, and seeing the characters being described as looking so cool puts smiles on both our faces. :D
Again, we really appreciate your support and enthusiasm for this remix! And likewise, I'm excited to see that you've already kicked off the year with an awesome remix video of your own - I'm hoping to have an opportunity to comment on that real soon! Until then, my friend! 💛
aw yeah Metroid prime. well done you guys!
Heyy, DS to DS!! Thanks so much for listening to our new remix, and for taking the time to comment - your enthusiasm and continual support mean a tremendous amount, seriously.
And yeah, this is my first Metroid remix! It's thanks to Theølogy that this was able to come to fruition in the way that it did. We figured that with MAGFest's 2024 theme being Metroid Prime, it'd be an ideal opportunity to remix a track from the game. 👾
Thanks again for the encouraging words! :D
Thank youuuuuu
The og version majorly exhibits an aura of mystery and eerieness with a very subtle note of mechanical sounding notes. I'm very impressed to hear that you seem to have completed changed that to a remix with majorly Mechanical sounding notes and more of a "cheerful" atmosphere.
Really well done @Equalize and @TheologyVGM !!!
Arcticanine, it's great to see you again! :D Thanks so much for taking an interest in this remix, and for taking the time to write such thoughtful and encouraging comments - it means a tremendous amount!
You described the feeling of the original perfectly, and I'm glad to hear that this rendition had a similar atmosphere, but with a bit more positivity - that's heartening to hear! Theølogy specializes in club-ready remixes, and the infectious and fun energy of his production style really infused the music with vibrant energy! Of course, his haunting choral sounds and those unnerving sound effects he implemented provide a good dose of eeriness, too, as you mentioned.
Thank you again for your detailed feedback, and for cheering us on - we're fortunate to have your support! 😊
Oh I love this, the main melodies are slower with less notes than what you usually do for your remixes but the bass synth and drums add a nice energy to the whole track. I like the way you let the song end calmly at 1:50. Also the visuals for the video are great ^^
Aren’t the visuals stunning? Kali Lyon ftwwww
Hey, FlameCheese! Thank you so much for the thoughtful feedback - your comments are always a delight to read, and it means a tremendous amount that you always take the time to listen and write about each remix. ^_^
You're 100% right that the lead melodies here have more sustained notes and are less busy than a lot of the other arrangements I work with - it was definitely a challenge to incorporate melodies that didn't have a lot of movement in them, and to let the supporting parts do most of that work. The fact that the bassline is so steady and plays a nearly unchanging pattern throughout most of the remix is such a neat feature of this song, honestly, and it's something I quickly grew to love while working on this remix. As you mentioned, the bass and percussive elements really are the feature elements here, and I'm glad you liked that dynamic!
Thanks for mentioning the ending segment, as well! Similar to the arrangement, it was a much greater contrast in terms of song structure than anything I've worked with previously. It feels like a nice respite after all the intensity leading up to it, and Theølogy's transition into the calmer segment is just the perfect segue as a big energy release. 😌
Kali and I really appreciate your kind words regarding the visuals, as well! I finally figured out how to more easily sync flashing lights with the tempo of the song, so I've been having a lot of fun with that recently. 😁
Thanks again for the kind comment, my friend - until next time! 🌟
A mix that really delivers on the Metroid nostalgia. Very impressive work, my friend!
Aw, thanks so much, man! I'm psyched that you felt this made for a nostalgic listening experience! 😁 In truth, Metroid Prime was the first game from the series that I played, so it's a bit of a throwback for me, as well. Granted, Theølogy is the Metroid veteran, so I can only imagine how many fond memories he has with this game!
I really appreciate your taking the time to listen and comment on my latest remix videos, Mighty Andross - it means a huge amount! Thanks again, and I hope to see you soon! 🙂
Beautiful! Wonderful job on this Equalyze and Theology! The original theme of this sounds so atmospheric and almost empty at times, which is perfect for the game but a hard thing to remix I would feel like. But you guys made it still have that same Metroid prime vibe while also making it less empty feeling and a little more fleshed out which I feel like you need for a remix. Awesome job on this one, wish it were longer haha! 😙👍
Ahhhh! Thanks!
When I release the club mix, it will be longer. Stay tuned 🥰
Thank you so much, Sculpted Nostalgia!! I am really happy to know that you liked this one, and that you felt it captured the atmospheric feel of the original. ^_^
Indeed, it was sort of tricky to work with a melody that's more sparse, in terms of melody and supporting parts, but it also provided an opportunity to embellish with a lot of textural, percussive, and rhythmic elements. It was tempting to want to fill all those gaps with different sounds, but sometimes less truly is more, as many of the talented producers in the community like Theølogy have taught me. :D In any case, we're glad that you feel this one is more robust, in terms of arrangement and sound design!
Wow, that is _very_ high praise, to hear that you feel this could be longer yet - thank you!! As Theølogy mentioned, he has a Club Mix version which extends the remix in both directions, and with a unique sound profile, too. He has it on his latest #InVGMWeTrust episode, but I have a feeling it'll also be appearing on his channel as a standalone video before long!
Thanks again for your tremendous support and enthusiasm - I'm very fortunate to have a friend like you! I know your videos take a good deal of time to produce, but I'll be looking forward to your next video, as well. See you around! 🙂
@@Equalyze no problem buddy! Happy to support! :) And thanks so much, currently working on my next vid now! 😁
@@TheologyVGM fasho! 😎
@@sculptednostalgia Oh, awesome! I'm psyched to hear that you've got a new video currently in the works! 😁 And thanks again! 💛
Dang, I can't believe I missed commenting on this one, too!! With two of my favorite remixers?!?!?! SO GOOD!!!
Once again you both have showcased your brilliance; I firmly believe this is better than the original, not to say that remixing means we're trying to make songs sound "better" than the originals, but this truly is just _that_ good! This also may be the only song Theology has produced that didn't burn my speakers down, haha 😅
Very well done, guys!!! 🔥
Thank you, Player2!! Your comments are always such a joy to read, and I immensely appreciate your taking the time to write such detailed and encouraging feedback. 😊
Wow, that is a _massive_ compliment to receive, especially coming from you - thanks so much for that! You absolutely nailed it when you described our collective goal as producing remixes that are not necessarily intended to surpass the originals; with all due respect to the OG versions, though, it's always such a big deal when someone mentions that they feel the music has been leveled up - especially when that someone is both a friend and role model! :D
Haha! That remark about Theølogy's speaker-decimating mixes legit made me laugh out loud. Theø and I decided to create unique mixes here using the same set of stems (with extra elements in his) to reflect our respective sound styles, so while this one may have pushed hard, I have a feeling that his Club Mix likely induced a Plasma Beam effect on your sound system. XD
Interestingly, your (incredible) Crashed Ship Frigate Orpheon collaboration was the remix that introduced me to Theølogy, so it's pretty wild to see things come full-circle with the same game! Again, thanks so much for your wonderfully supportive and uplifting comment! 🌟
Oh wonderful! The Prime games are some of my most favorite, especially for their music. I'd love to hear more remixes of the games sometime!
Heyy, Floridian Priest, it's really good to see you again! Thanks so much for taking an interest in this remix, and for leaving such a kind and enthusiastic comment. ^_^
I'm delighted to hear that this month's remix is from one of your favorite series! I'm definitely not experienced with the Metroid games, and I've only played through Prime (1) and a little bit of Super Metroid, in truth, so this was definitely a new experience for me. However, Theølogy is a _big_ fan of the series, and he has a few remixes from Prime, as well as a video essay exploring the character of Samus - I definitely recommend them! And while there are so many soundtracks I want to cover music from, I'm positive this won't be the last Metroid remix on this channel. :D
Thanks again for listening, and for taking the time to comment! 😄
An essay about Samus' character? Oh I'll certainly have to check his videos out! Thanks for the recommendation!
And thanks for replying. I look forward to your next remix!
what a beautiful remix and what an exciting collab this is! you both are among my favourite people in the vgm community ❤
Alter Loy! Thank you so much for the kind words regarding the remix and our collaboration. ^_^ It means so much that you get excited for each new remix, and your unrelenting support is hugely appreciated!
Man, that really warms my heart to hear that you hold Theølogy and I in such high regard - thank you! And likewise, my friend - not only are you a talented producer and musician, but you have a wonderful personality and ability to make people feel appreciated and valued. 💛
Thanks again for taking the time to listen and comment - and I'm looking forward to your next remix, as well!
What a great remix! The drums have such a great rythm and the mix is really clean. And wow, al the synths you selected are really good choices, they fit really well! Great work, the visuals are also very clean :D
Thank you so much, DarlingJack! It's always a delight to read your comments, and I immensely appreciate that you always take the time to listen and comment so thoughtfully on each remix video. Seriously! Thank you so much, DarlingJack! It's always a delight to read your comments, and I immensely appreciate that you always take the time to listen and comment so thoughtfully on each remix video. Seriously!
I'm really glad that you liked the drums here, and thanks for saying so! Theølogy and I combined our percussive sound styles, and we felt it had a nicely complex rhythm with punch and depth. His drum fills, transitional SFX, and reverbed one-shots really brought the percussive elements to the next level!
Thanks also for your kind remarks regarding the sound selection - glad you enjoyed them! Like with the drums, I felt that Theølogy's and my parts synergized well, and the leads and atmospheric choral sounds are the result of our combined stems. I'm honestly a bit envious of how good his parts sound, and it was a real privilege to be able to work alongside him again!
I really appreciate your mention of the visuals, too - thank you! This scene was fun to put together, and since there's a bit less movement than usual, I felt that it was a good opportunity to try some dynamic lighting effects to go along to the beat of the music. Seeing them described as clean is very high praise!
Thanks again for your wonderful comment, my friend. I hope your year has been off to a great start, and I'll see you soon! 🌟
Oh heck yeah. One of the first remixes I ever did was from this game... many many years ago. Love to see you branching out into my favorite Nintendo Sci-fi :D
Voidmoney!! Thank you so much for taking the time to check out this remix video and share your thoughts on it. It means a ton, really, and I always get excited when I get notifications for comments you've written! :D
I didn't see the remix from Metroid Prime that you mentioned, but I'm guessing it wasn't posted to UA-cam? In any case, that's awesome to hear that you've covered a track(s) from this game, and that the game ranks so highly for you in general! Honestly, I've been meaning to replay this game again, and the remaster feels like an ideal opportunity to revisit it.
By the way, a hearty congratulations on your channel growth this past year! I'm really happy to see that you're reaching ever-wider audiences, and that you're able to create videos at such a steady pace. I hope they're as enjoyable to make as they have been to watch! Thanks again, my friend! 🙂
@@Equalyze Yeaaaah the old MP remix was very early in my music production days, so I've taken it down from UA-cam. It was part of my learning phase.
Thank you for the kind words and accolades! It's been an interesting journey for sure, and glad to see that you're on a similar journey yourself. =]
@@Voidmoney Ah, yeah, I totally get that. I always have this slight worry that someone who doesn't know me might stumble upon one of my older videos first and base their perception of my music on that remix, but then I figure that there's no guarantee they would have seen a newer video otherwise. 😅
But yeah, absolutely! Really glad that it's been a great year all-around, and I hope that 2024 brings lots of exciting things for all of us. Thanks again, Void! 🙂
Hi~ Long time, no see
I'm so glad to you still making a great remix :)
HAPPY NEW YEAR
Hey, Hyeonochi!! It's great to see you! Thank you very much for taking an interest in the remix, and for your kind words - it means a lot! ^_^
Honestly, I love making remix videos, and interacting with people through comments is one of the best parts of being able to share them on UA-cam. I hope to keep doing this for a very long time to come!
Thanks again, and happy new year to you, as well! 🌟
Nice atmosphere and composition!🙂
Heyy, IncredFX! Thanks so much for checking out this remix, and for taking the time to comment on it. :D
I'm really happy to hear that you enjoyed the music, and that you felt it had a notable atmosphere and arrangement. That feedback means a lot, coming from you! ^_^
Thanks again for listening! And I'm super excited for what your next remix will be! 😁
@@Equalyze I also appreciate your comment on mine and that you took your time! I'm also looking forward for your next track! 🙂
#NewViewer here BTW💙💚♥️🖤😎
Thanks so much for watching, Christian, and welcome! I really appreciate your interest in this video, and in the channel in general. 😊 I hope you'll enjoy future remixes, as well!