1980 Peter Howell - Full Theme Stereo Remaster 2018

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  • Опубліковано 21 гру 2017
  • As an early Christmas present, I thought I'd give you guys my Howell remix for next year.
    Each year I get better at my remixing and the Howell theme shows this the best. You could almost say this title sequence is Christmassy couldn't you?
    If you compare this to my previous remix, there are plenty changes and fixes. This theme is just too lovely and I can't help myself when it comes to remixing it!
    If I hit 800, what do you guys suggest I do for it?
    Again, I hope you guys enjoy this, and despite the fact I said my last upload would probably be the last for this year, rule #1 The Doctor lies!
    I do not own the copyright for any of the samples used, I merely put them together for a better experience.
    ©1980 Peter Howell ©1963 Delia Derbyshire ©1963 Dick Mills ©1963 Ron Grainer ©BBC WORLDWIDE
    ©2018 TRODW Theme Remixes and Remasters
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  • @MrDemoncrusher
    @MrDemoncrusher 4 роки тому +445

    I remember as a kid in 1980 seeing this for the first time on "The Leisure Hive". I still remember my jaw hitting the floor in utter awe.... 40 years later in 2020 it STILL hasn't been beaten. And so glad 'my doctor' Tom Baker was the first to get it.

    • @Cornughon
      @Cornughon 3 роки тому +35

      I always wondered how it must have been getting see and hear this opening theme for the very first time, after years and years of the Derbyshire arrangement (which is a classic in it's own right ofcourse).
      I always imagined it must have been awesome! But then again, I'm a synthesizer/electronic music buff, so I'm probably a bit biased.

    • @MrDemoncrusher
      @MrDemoncrusher 3 роки тому +22

      @@Cornughon I take it you were either not born, or too young to remember it. Sometimes I wish I could upload or save my memories with attached feeling so others could see, hear, and feel what it was like.

    • @miyabionline5214
      @miyabionline5214 3 роки тому +5

      I'm not really into DW anymore, if even whatsoever. But I'm super jealous you got to experience this live, very jealous

    • @AverageSouthernMan
      @AverageSouthernMan 3 роки тому +2

      @@miyabionline5214 so I’m guessing your into jojo now

    • @ronsmodreviews5274
      @ronsmodreviews5274 3 роки тому +2

      The only theme to blow my mind was sylvesters. Remembrance being my fave serial. But this as a bass line alone is peng af. Im listening with a grin Tom would be jealous of. These fan remasters edits reimaginings are so fucking good. I was born in 2000 btw but got several rotd dvds as i meled 2 and half killed the 3rd replacement disk 😂

  • @AccipiterSmith
    @AccipiterSmith 5 років тому +244

    It has that adventerous punch with each tones and it is so vibrant that you can listen to this masterpiece everyday.

  • @UnchainedEruption
    @UnchainedEruption 6 років тому +181

    Listening to this puts a wide, psychotic Tom Baker-esque grin on my face.
    Sounds like bliss with headphones.

    • @KimboBravin
      @KimboBravin 5 років тому +5

      Tom Baker was the best. His smile was infectious.

    • @ashleygibbons6599
      @ashleygibbons6599 5 років тому +2

      Mr. JustAGuyWithALightsaber
      He looks awkward

    • @ashleygibbons6599
      @ashleygibbons6599 5 років тому +2

      It looks like he is felling awkward

    • @iangooner
      @iangooner 5 років тому +2

      @@KimboBravin two times more then most , no1 revenge of the cybermen where he laughs and calls harry an imbecile, no2 the very end of invasion of time where he drags out another boxed k9 and smiles

    • @crimsondynamo615
      @crimsondynamo615 4 роки тому +2

      They really could have chosen that or a better headshot for the intro i think, here it looks like he was caught off guard and they flashed the camera on him before they said smile.

  • @johnny5805
    @johnny5805 2 роки тому +59

    I've just been through EVERY version of the theme from 1963 to the present day, and Howell's version is head and shoulders above every other.

  • @anonymouse7164
    @anonymouse7164 2 роки тому +59

    My absolute fave version - I always get goosebumps when the second verse starts!

    • @PepsiChips87
      @PepsiChips87 Рік тому +3

      That middle 8 is lovely

    • @XXSkunkWorksXX
      @XXSkunkWorksXX Рік тому +2

      Yamaha CS-80. What a version of DD's original - that opening and the **BOOM!!** at the end - all fabulous - but it's the second verse, or chorus I suppose where the notes go up octaves and I personally have never listened to a section of music that elevates my mood like that section of this theme. It's primal and it hits the same receptors in the brain that really, really good drugs do. A MASTERPIECE!

  • @CosmiKazie
    @CosmiKazie 6 років тому +137

    Why I love this theme so much is that it's very thumpy in a way that really puts emphasis on the beat. It's also pretty jazzy, but still mysterious at the same time.

    • @therestorationofdrwho1865
      @therestorationofdrwho1865  6 років тому +18

      CosmiKazie Disco music but not disco music.

    • @shaft9000
      @shaft9000 2 роки тому +7

      The CS-80's resonant Highpass filter and exceptionally gooey PWM make for that super-obese bassline.
      I've made the same patch on my CS-60 - the CS-80 doubles the number of oscillators, so I have to record mine twice to get the same result.

    • @ryantowell
      @ryantowell Рік тому

      @@shaft9000 I didn't even know there was a CS60 lol

  • @nicholasmaude6906
    @nicholasmaude6906 6 років тому +50

    IMO this was the best ever Dr. Who musical theme.

  • @rorypayton
    @rorypayton 5 років тому +78

    Best version of the theme by far.

  • @craigdyer2190
    @craigdyer2190 8 місяців тому +9

    So glad I found this, I am not a who fan by any stretch but this is the best TV tune of all time and I remember it well from being a kid

  • @lukebrennan8405
    @lukebrennan8405 4 роки тому +25

    The buildup and the explosion at the end was perfection

  • @Whatsupsherm
    @Whatsupsherm 6 років тому +38

    Crazy note: but the explosion at the end is a tribute to Douglas Adams, who wrote "The Hitchhikers Guide To Galaxy." The explosion is what they saw at the restaurant at the end of the universe.

    • @Stakkeroid
      @Stakkeroid 3 роки тому +21

      Just watched the Peter Howell ”masterclass” video, and he said that they put the explosion there to discourage the tv announcer from talking over the end to announce the next program. They wanted to ”blow up the announcer” :-)

  • @sonofhibbs4425
    @sonofhibbs4425 10 місяців тому +12

    Peter Howell might not be your average pop star well known by millions, but this composition tops everything out there.
    So original. Handcrafted. Fits it’s purpose extremely well. This song IS Dr. Who.

  • @smithmtodd
    @smithmtodd 6 років тому +165

    THE best Dr Who theme ever!

  • @AnthonyP73
    @AnthonyP73 2 роки тому +12

    The Howell will always be MY theme.

  • @udowillaert9692
    @udowillaert9692 6 років тому +43

    This music is still FANTASTIC. Still my favorit.

    • @DaveFlash
      @DaveFlash 2 роки тому +2

      mine too! and i am dutch, i only got into dr who when the reboots started in 2005!

  • @roberthardcastle9351
    @roberthardcastle9351 12 днів тому +2

    The best version of Dr Who theme tunes. Thank you Peter Howell.😊

  • @HappisakVideos
    @HappisakVideos 6 років тому +54

    The best Doctor Who theme. Never been a huge Dr Who fan but this theme stuck with me as I grew up.

    • @MichaelM28
      @MichaelM28 3 роки тому +1

      Wrong! The 60s and 70s themes were better

    • @batman6621
      @batman6621 3 роки тому +9

      @@MichaelM28 Wrong. Theyre all good

    • @thespaceram2879
      @thespaceram2879 Рік тому +3

      @@MichaelM28 My favorite is the 1980 theme. My second favorite is the 1986 theme.

  • @TheOfficialArtOfAsh
    @TheOfficialArtOfAsh 3 місяці тому +3

    This is the only version of the Doctor Who Theme that when I here it, a big goofy, Tom Baker smile curls up on my face.

  • @feilvei4498
    @feilvei4498 5 років тому +62

    This is my all-time favorite Doctor Who theme

  • @SevenofSevensProd
    @SevenofSevensProd 6 років тому +82

    Wow! Brilliant with headphones.

    • @UnchainedEruption
      @UnchainedEruption 6 років тому +11

      I love it. I never get tired of listening to this. :)

    • @garyhewitt886
      @garyhewitt886 4 роки тому +2

      Doing it now.Wow its fantastic!

  • @philrob1978
    @philrob1978 Рік тому +35

    This is a brilliant treatment of this. That first opening few seconds of this just sends an electric pulse throughout my entire body. They didn't have to refresh the amazing original Delia Derbyshire creation, but Peter Howell absolutely knocked it out of the park. It retains the mystery, and to an entire generation it was the sound of Who.
    EDIT some days later - Don't stop - one day you'll think you've got it right. The reality is, you did get it right ages ago, yet you're still wanting to perfect it in any way you can - I applaud that, tis a good cause. :)
    Though, video wise, do pop Colin in there. He was The Doctor, whether you like it, or not! ;)

    • @fadedstudiosx5800
      @fadedstudiosx5800 2 місяці тому

      colin's probs not here coz he is more recognised for his second theme

  • @mgthestrange9098
    @mgthestrange9098 6 років тому +28

    Next year’s UK entry to Eurovision. ☺️

  • @Captainducksee
    @Captainducksee Рік тому +2

    Always listen to this with headphones 🎧

  • @CyrusTheYoshi
    @CyrusTheYoshi Рік тому +20

    I know it won’t happen but I would love for this version of the theme to be remixed for Ncuti Gatwa’s run, this is easily one of the best

  • @wanderingshadow1372
    @wanderingshadow1372 Рік тому +26

    Peter Howell's rendition of the main theme is the best thing to come out of 80s Doctor Who, and I will die on this hill.

    • @RichardCJohnson
      @RichardCJohnson 10 місяців тому +5

      I’ll join you on that hill

    • @thefonzkiss
      @thefonzkiss 9 місяців тому +5

      Totally.

    • @ryantowell
      @ryantowell 3 місяці тому +3

      It is brilliant. But 80's who had some amazing episodes too.

    • @KYBER_HAZE
      @KYBER_HAZE 2 місяці тому +1

      Me too

    • @astroknight2828
      @astroknight2828 Місяць тому +1

      You guys aren't alone.

  • @The-Cosmic-Hobo
    @The-Cosmic-Hobo 3 місяці тому +2

    Absolutely amazing! You've improved on a masterpiece. :)
    Being born in the late 70's, Peter (The First) was "my Doctor", and this was "my theme". (And boy was I shocked in the late 80's when I saw a re-run of Tom's last season and this was "his" theme too!)
    I even had a cassette tape with Howell's theme looped, that I would listen to whilst going to sleep as a teen...

  • @virdydan
    @virdydan 5 років тому +18

    Derbyshire: "My theme is eternal."
    Howell: *_cracks knuckles_*
    "hold my fucking tea"

  • @0ilovetherain011
    @0ilovetherain011 4 роки тому +8

    This makes me want to actually watch every episode of doctor who i mean ughhhhhgg

  • @eveningtsar
    @eveningtsar Місяць тому +1

    Howell's 80's themes were the best. The most Metal of them all. . .

  • @terrycharnley
    @terrycharnley 2 роки тому +5

    Incredible timeless piece. I wonder how much Peter Howell made from this, hope he made a bucket load, deserved it. Remember seeing it for the first time myself and I was gobsmacked. Needed something spectacular though to follow the previous iconic eerie masterpiece and boy, did we ever get it.

  • @wj11jam78
    @wj11jam78 4 роки тому +10

    I grew up with Tennant, so the Tenth Doctor's openings never fail to make me smile.
    But despite that, THIS one is definitely my favourite. That deep, awesome bass. Those electric, futuristic melodies. And those smooth chords. Not to mention the middle eight!

  • @nicholasmaude6906
    @nicholasmaude6906 4 роки тому +4

    This is the best ever opening and closing credits Dr. Who theme music EVER!

  • @cdst8888
    @cdst8888 Рік тому +1

    My first and favorite version of the theme I started watching with Peter Davison.

  • @derek622
    @derek622 5 років тому +12

    Brilliant I grew up in the 70's with Tom Baker through the 1980's and BBC used this for Tom's intro to 1980 I loved the rock sound it had. You did a great job.

  • @DanielWoodenJr.-cm4qd
    @DanielWoodenJr.-cm4qd Місяць тому

    This was the absolutely the best Doctor Who version of the theme song.😊

  • @carrroad
    @carrroad 3 роки тому +12

    This version has an almost 1980s new wave/synthesizer sound to fit the era. Love it!

    • @mimotakito1114
      @mimotakito1114 2 роки тому +5

      i wonder why

    • @andyonion3408
      @andyonion3408 10 місяців тому

      Peter used the Yamaha CS80 and ARP Odyssey amongst others to realise this, plus effected sound snippets (like the sound of a match being struck) - in a time when digital sampling was very much in its infancy. All of this was done with analogue tape.

  • @lbscsproductions
    @lbscsproductions 6 років тому +37

    I love this theme so much especially with the sixth doctors into

    • @therestorationofdrwho1865
      @therestorationofdrwho1865  6 років тому +11

      LBSCS Productions To me, this theme doesn't fit Colin's titles. This theme is brighter and lighter. Colin's was dens and dark.

    • @Patrickmayonaiseinstrument
      @Patrickmayonaiseinstrument 5 років тому +4

      @@therestorationofdrwho1865 if only Colin's outfit matched his personality

    • @therestorationofdrwho1865
      @therestorationofdrwho1865  5 років тому +3

      Lpf32504 The Oncoming Storm fair enough.

    • @Hoodied
      @Hoodied 5 років тому +6

      The transition when Colins face appears onscreen and is all multicoloured is timed better with Glynns

  • @KimboBravin
    @KimboBravin 5 років тому +4

    The best theme music for the show ever.

  • @doctorwhoproductions834
    @doctorwhoproductions834 5 років тому +11

    The middle 8 is amazing it’s so heroic it’s brilliant

  • @retrodude1131
    @retrodude1131 6 років тому +10

    One of my favourite versions of the theme!

  • @carltonleboss
    @carltonleboss 7 місяців тому +1

    I love this theme. Probably my favourite version of the Doctor Who theme.

  • @RightEyeRaptor
    @RightEyeRaptor 5 років тому +32

    I love the vaguely electric guitar-sounding notes throughout from 0:26. I used to hate this theme (I found it as a kid through the The Veiled Leopard audio drama CD they gave out with Doctor Who Magazine) but the more I heard it, the more I grew to love it, and now it's my second favourite version of the theme! :3

    • @channingcheese2
      @channingcheese2 5 років тому +4

      The first being?

    • @therestorationofdrwho1865
      @therestorationofdrwho1865  5 років тому +4

      SillyDouglas My guess the original theme or 10th doctors? Those are common favourites.

    • @channingcheese2
      @channingcheese2 5 років тому +2

      @@therestorationofdrwho1865 hm. maybe.

    • @josephmarkey9096
      @josephmarkey9096 3 роки тому +7

      Oddly enough its not an electric guitar but voice filtered through a Synthesizer called "Vocoding" there are specialized devices for this called "Vocoders".

    • @RightEyeRaptor
      @RightEyeRaptor 3 роки тому +2

      @@channingcheese2 That honour goes to 8 :)

  • @herbiehartwig9685
    @herbiehartwig9685 3 роки тому +3

    All time favourite, no other compares. 👌👌👌👌

    • @schubertuk
      @schubertuk 2 роки тому

      There's a rather blatant contradiction in your statement that perhaps undermines your intent?

  • @therestorationofdrwho1865
    @therestorationofdrwho1865  6 років тому +6

    Sorry to everyone who was expecting an 800 subs special. I've felt that perhaps should do one every 200 subscribers now because coming up with a great idea every hundred subs isn't easy! New video is in the works, just not exactly sure on its release.

  • @mpittard21
    @mpittard21 10 місяців тому +1

    My personal favorite theme. Just love the full synthesiser take on doctor who

  • @GreatAwakening78
    @GreatAwakening78 2 роки тому +1

    Rediscovering my love for the Doctor after going back to the classic episodes. I grew up when this theme tune aired and loved it so very 80's. Tom embodied the doctor so well very eccentric and British. Such good memories! I had Dr. Who figures when I was young. Always wondered what a K9 was now I know! Long live the Doctor!

  • @1978rharris
    @1978rharris 6 років тому +10

    This is a cream dream when played via Bluetooth on a surround sound system! Thanking you!!

    • @therestorationofdrwho1865
      @therestorationofdrwho1865  6 років тому +2

      1978rharris thank you!

    • @1978rharris
      @1978rharris 6 років тому +3

      The Restoration of Dr Who Nono. Thank YOU!!

    • @therestorationofdrwho1865
      @therestorationofdrwho1865  6 років тому +3

      1978rharris Haha I’m glad you like it so much. It’s straight from my high quality multitrack so no premixed crap.

    • @1978rharris
      @1978rharris 3 роки тому

      @@therestorationofdrwho1865 3 years later and I’m back to say, I’m still impressed. 🤷🏻‍♂️😂

  • @Whiteythereaper
    @Whiteythereaper 10 місяців тому +1

    Using a Vocoder to sound like an overdriven Electric guitar but smoother is pretty genius. Howell and the Radiophonic workshop really made some magic with this version. That bass and the synth pads will always have a timeless charm, and changing the key was a nice touch too to give it that new feel

  • @PictureHouseCinema
    @PictureHouseCinema 2 роки тому +1

    The original is of course iconic so to make a new version faces the challenge of meeting a very high standard that still stands the test of time. This is definitely the best revised version and it's worth playing loud, one of the best themes ever created.

  • @claretbex
    @claretbex 4 роки тому +2

    I could listen to this all night, the definitive Dr Who theme!

  • @vitalmode2913
    @vitalmode2913 6 років тому +9

    My favourite Doctor Who theme

  • @davidlindsay131
    @davidlindsay131 Рік тому +1

    WHOA!

  • @illcritikz
    @illcritikz 5 місяців тому

    This is the version I remember as a kid, love it.

  • @Yodelinthegully-d7r
    @Yodelinthegully-d7r 2 роки тому +2

    Peter Howell is a genius!I love the synth that sounds like a delay at 1:29

  • @RichardCJohnson
    @RichardCJohnson 10 місяців тому

    Could listen to this all day. Still my favourite DW theme of all time

  • @benmiller3252
    @benmiller3252 2 роки тому +2

    The starfield titles (1980 - 1986) is my favourite title sequence from the classic era of doctor who

  • @DanielWoodenJr.-cm4qd
    @DanielWoodenJr.-cm4qd Місяць тому

    The 3rd, 4th, and 5th Doctors were my favorites.😊😊😊

  • @hotelmario510
    @hotelmario510 2 роки тому +2

    I always love how unsure of himself Tom Baker looks in this intro

    • @thefonzkiss
      @thefonzkiss Рік тому

      Looks like he’s pushing out a turd

  • @mathieuleader8601
    @mathieuleader8601 6 років тому +5

    crisp quality

  • @anthonyrodden246
    @anthonyrodden246 3 роки тому +1

    The radiophonic goodness!

  • @garyhewitt886
    @garyhewitt886 4 роки тому +1

    Favourite theme.

  • @TPJH850
    @TPJH850 4 роки тому +4

    Always puts a smile on my face. Brilliant remix

  • @HumanoGuy
    @HumanoGuy 4 місяці тому

    I must say that this remaster is one of the most pleasing themes to listen to. I thank your heavily sir.

  • @JinxyZombieHyperdrive
    @JinxyZombieHyperdrive 3 роки тому +1

    Everytime I hear this it's like it's music that is still so so far ahead of it's time!

  • @UnchainedEruption
    @UnchainedEruption 6 років тому +4

    Great to hear another one of your masterpieces!

  • @TrentonBlessWrestlemania489
    @TrentonBlessWrestlemania489 6 років тому +12

    Wonderfully done!

  • @johntaylor6345
    @johntaylor6345 Рік тому

    I bought the record when it was released and have Peter Davison Doctor on the cover. Don't have a record player anymore but intend to keep it in my collection

  • @abc-ni9uw
    @abc-ni9uw 4 роки тому +2

    Yes this does what it says on the tin

  • @dktibbot
    @dktibbot 6 років тому +2

    My favorite version

  • @willfomes406
    @willfomes406 2 роки тому +2

    Synths and Electronic Equipment used for this:
    Yamaha CS80
    ARP Oddysey
    Roland Jupiter4
    Phase unit
    Vocoder

    • @mikethemusicman1978
      @mikethemusicman1978 Рік тому

      The phase unit was broken, I'm sure you've seen the making of it with that bloke from Blue Peter. cracking video.

  • @wolfganggerhard4761
    @wolfganggerhard4761 Рік тому

    I was born in 1972 And I remember watching the show every day that it came out I used to love watching the show this is the original Doctor Who I don't care what anybody else says

  • @cag9284
    @cag9284 6 років тому +2

    Wonderful mix. Well done.

  • @Retro_andy_1977
    @Retro_andy_1977 2 роки тому +1

    I’d say this,the early to mid 80s version is by far the BEST
    The Tom baker /Peter Davison/Colin baker era
    The best !

  • @herbiehartwig9685
    @herbiehartwig9685 4 роки тому +1

    Brilliantly done, just love 💕 it. 👍👍👍

  • @Novusa
    @Novusa 6 місяців тому +1

    Contender for my fav dr who theme

  • @jimsy3342
    @jimsy3342 6 років тому +3

    Love it, great job !! 😉👍

  • @r4h4al
    @r4h4al 2 роки тому +1

    Amazing! Thank you for the upload. Davison was underrated.

  • @ikagura
    @ikagura 6 місяців тому

    Trippy and so synthy; I love.

  • @neilmcintyre4000
    @neilmcintyre4000 5 років тому +1

    Best version of the theme ever made

  • @dabigman_guy7688
    @dabigman_guy7688 6 років тому +1

    I so love this channel!!!!

  • @rennmaxbeta
    @rennmaxbeta 6 років тому +2

    Love it, great!

  • @lancasterII
    @lancasterII 4 місяці тому

    The greatest theme in science fiction history.

  • @Mahoromatic
    @Mahoromatic 6 років тому +2

    Wow... Superb!

  • @glanrichbex
    @glanrichbex Рік тому

    When I was on holiday as a kid my parents bought me the BBC Childrens Themes which Doctor Who was the first Theme on the record. I remember I couldn't wait to get home to listen to it, firstly not via a tv speaker or rubbish sound from TV recording via a portable tape machine mic which picked up every noise in the room.... but from a brand new record out of big hifi speakers!! The memory still sends shivers and I remember wondering what comes after the fading intro as I had never heard the middle 8 before as it was missing from the earlier Tom Baker theme.

  • @doctorwhofan7267
    @doctorwhofan7267 4 роки тому +1

    I just bought this box set watching them now

  • @michaelstewart9967
    @michaelstewart9967 6 років тому +1

    Fantastic!

  • @johnlarro6872
    @johnlarro6872 2 роки тому

    Beautiful!

  • @MJ-tg6wb
    @MJ-tg6wb 6 місяців тому

    Best version

  • @asiamatron
    @asiamatron 6 років тому +1

    Thanks for this.

  • @seanchristophersynthesizer6999
    @seanchristophersynthesizer6999 2 роки тому

    Best Dr. Who theme mix I've ever heard. :)

  • @CaJoel
    @CaJoel Рік тому

    whenever someone sings the “OOOEEEEOOOOO” of the doctor who theme my mind always jumps to this theme

  • @jonathanbailey3213
    @jonathanbailey3213 Рік тому +1

    Still the best theme ever

  • @TorchwoodThree8
    @TorchwoodThree8 3 роки тому

    Love it!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @jameslovekin3401
    @jameslovekin3401 3 роки тому +1

    On repeat on Doctor Who Day, well done!

  • @lmproductions6075
    @lmproductions6075 5 років тому +1

    The beginning made me jump, not gonna lie. I think because I wasn’t expecting it to be so loud.

  • @thefool2007
    @thefool2007 6 місяців тому

    Awesome!!!

  • @ellenmurphy2150
    @ellenmurphy2150 4 роки тому

    Very nicely done. I like this version of the theme better in its entirety. When you just hear this on the show they cut out a lot. Hope you are well. DEFINETLY-- headphones!

  • @wolfganggerhard4761
    @wolfganggerhard4761 Рік тому

    I used to watch this show I also used to watch the Twilight Zone and I also used to watch the other Sci-Fi TV show that was on in this time.

  • @Ostermond
    @Ostermond 6 років тому +1

    It's never sounded better!

  • @MOSSBGSTT
    @MOSSBGSTT Рік тому

    Greatest Version of the theme