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Lol you're fucking insane if you think it's only twice. BoTW has one of the weakest soundtracks in the Zelda series and that's not even counting any Mario, Yoshi, or Kirby games which also have incredible scores.
I thought I was the only one! I love both of these instruments independently, and hearing them used in the same soundtrack is making me go wild. I love it so much, it sounds amazing, i can't wait to hear the rest of this games soundtrack
Combination of east and west. Like the elements we see in the game. Western attire for Link with the green outfit and eastern with the dragons and sky islands.
I was so pleasantly surprised by the saxophone! So fun and still manages to encapsulate a lot of the Zelda franchise in one track while keeping it incredibly emotional! Literally had chills listening to it.
Bro, this might be a little TMI, but I was already hard AF up to this point in the trailer. That saxophone straight up busted a fucking nut when it dropped.
I've never seen this channel before which is crazy because its literally composing (which I love) and video games (which I also love!) Basically yes i would definetly watch a longer video on this!
I love that they used Midna's lament, where they show Link trying to grab Zelda while she falls into the abyss, up until the sinkholes. One of my favourite themes.
I had tears in my eyes watching this trailer, not only is it literally just an amazing trailer, but the music was just so absolutely insane, music that carries so much emotion within it that it just naturally makes you tear up. It's wild
I played the 8 - 16 bit NES and Gameboy games as a child, and throughout the years, you never know what will still be popular enough to stay relevant or whether a company will still be around to make content. Hearing the iconic music mixed in with new elements and this beautifully rendered game brought me to tears. 🥲
Facts. Love this new wave of jazziness in all my new favorite RPGs. Even so many bongos and jazz flutes in ToTK. Make me feel like I'm on a caper sometimes
I need to correct you... I would and probably hundreds more would be SOOOO DOWN for a 1 hour analysis. I absolutely loved watching you nerd out over this! I love music and you pointed out a ton of stuff that went completely past me. I've rewatched the trailer at least 30 times now just analyzing the narrative implicitations and gameplay. But you brought up tons of stuff I didn't think about! I loved it! Keep making awesome content.
Yes.. I had no idea the twilight princess theme was there at the end its one of my all time favorite iterations of zelda but with the different tempo and quieter sound I didn’t even have a thought on it, but when it was pointed out it was definitely the theme clear as day and it brought me to tears.. this guy has an amazing sense for music I’d love to know more.
YES! i would LOVE more analysis!!!!!!!! like no i didn’t hear that, i had no idea there were 10 past themes intertwined in the trailer, but i would ABSOLUTELY LOVE to hear about it for an hour!!!! ❤
count me in among the people who want the hour long reaction. I too was also floored by how well they used the sax. Somehow Nintendo always manages to make me hear something I've never heard before.
The fact that there is a bit of Twilight princess theme there is interesting. it’s speculated that the Ganondorf in this game is the same one back in Twilight Princess, due to the chest wound on his zombified version in this game. He picked up that wound in TP. It’s speculated this is placed in the Child Timeline.
I am so frikin happy to see someone make a video of the music alone! Legit watched the trailer over 50 times and each time I cry because as a long time Zelda franchise fan, hearing bits of the older game songs in this trailer made me flash back in quick succession to moments in my life when those games were present. And hearing you appreciate that base right after the backwards vocals, UGH! That was probably my favorite part because of how jolting it is! Music, particularly the legend of Zelda music, is such a huge part of me, and I cannot wait for the full soundtrack to be available!
The sax is so crazy. I imagine a guy going ham on his saxophone while everyone's fighting a freaking war around him, that's what kind of battle this is!
I would watch a 1 hour breakdown honestly. You could generalize it too and make a video on how you can convey information in a trailer that ties the themes to other elements in the media. Like the sax here I thought was so cool with the erhu coming in during the theme. The sax made it feel new age /modern especially with how the sax player hit those high notes and when the erhu came in it tied it to the traditional roots. The music said to me that the trailer was portraying this new world but it reminds you that it is still the same old world you knew but looked at in a modern way. Very cool!
I've watched many reactions to the trailer and I love yours because it's very different, most focused on the music that I really loved about this trailer, and explaining how its similar to other themes. I really love Zelda and think it has some of the best music. Thanks for making this video.
I think it's interesting that the backwards vocals show up whenever something related to the zonai is in focus. Particularly the massive bass drop when the (presumably) new zonai character is shown, followed by an echo of the same set of notes presenting a giant zonai golem emerging from a wall. But with you pointing out that the backwards theme in the previous trailers is an inversion of the new main theme, this seems even more meaningful. I think that these being backwards versions of the musical theme of the current conflict's heroes is in relation to the Zonai being the heroes of the previous war against Ganondorf, implying that we will see numerous flashbacks to 10,000 years ago when the final major conflict with Ganon prior to BotW occurred, and may even visit it via time travel (which also might be where zelda is, since if she was in the same time and/or dimension finding her wouldn't be much of a challenge).
I noticed most of the main leitmotifs but you really blew my mind away with what i MISSED. My jaw dropped on the Twilight Princess theme in the end since by that point in the trailer im already jumping up and down💀 this is absolutely insane and i want to marry whoever composed this
I exploded with joy when those backmasked motifs from the very first trailer finally built up to the climax when Link was shown as the last line of defense! I think it could be the Zonai theme, or the Zonai's calling theme. It was heard at Ganon's corpse sealed by the Zonai, it appears in the trailer when the new Zonai figure shows up, as if a bass answers to the callings of the high voices, and finally when the Zonai mentions Link as the last line of defense.
When they hit you with Links initial reveal, falling from the sky. It hit me harder than I ever thought it would. Legit had an immediate lump in my throat, this franchise is incredible and after 25 years it still manages to nail it every time. Amazing.
Hi, new viewer here! This trailer was AMAZING! And you talking about the music in the trailer gives me MORE HYPE for this game! You just earned a sub from me! Can’t wait for the full game!
I love channels like this I had no Idea it was a saxophone at the start it just makes its appearance in the song later that much more special with the build up.. the music is soo good. Edit: the way they incorporated many classic zelda tunes throughout the trailer as well as the new tunes being so well placed ugh… I’ve listened to it so many times its utterly amazing
Don’t sell yourself short, dude. I would literally listen to every legend of Zelda music breakdown you make because this video made me realize that the reason that I am a huge fan of Zelda isn’t for the game itself or story, but the music. It has such a huge impact in key moments in my life and I always return to their soundtracks when I need a boost in my day.
The creativity and artistry in this game makes my heart swell and eyes gush! Your brief analysis of this utterly uplifting trailer OST kept me grinning right to the end. Looking fwd to your longer treatment, and real soon we'll ALL be enjoying TOTK...
@Zach This is the first time I’ve watched any of your videos. I never went to music school and don’t know what the difference is between a clarinet and a saxophone. But your enthusiasm and explanation just made me appreciate this trailer even more as a video game fan. Thank you for that. Can’t wait to see more of your content 😊
Oh my gosh! That IS the music from the first trailer. I thought it was just a reverse thing. Before even knowing this, my favorite part is when Zelda says “Link” and that saxophone hits, it’s just so good. But now knowing that it’s possibly the new theme of the game? Makes it so much better
I just found your channel! You’ve got another subscriber because your channel is exactly what I’m looking for! Orchestration tips and tricks, etc. thank you for this reaction! The soundtrack will be amazing! This trailer alone is amazing!
When I played in a "small" amateur symphonic orchestra (we were about 50), we didn't have enough french horn, so the conductor gave the score of the french horn to the saxophone 😅 I always found the sound of the saxophone too "dirty" for a symphonic orchestra (in comparison with the clean sound of the horn), but we made with the means of the edge. Hearing saxophone now in a piece like this takes me back to all my years in orchestra, it's moving 😢
The fact that twilight princess is just BARELY hinted at here... I mean, it is technically the last event before Ganondorf was sealed away, only being resurrected again in TOTK. Plus the fact that he actually still has the injury from the sacred sword during his "execution" in the Arbiter's Grounds. I think Ganondorf is gonna be a little stunned to see the same guy wielding the same sword thousands of years later. I know I would. I hope he comments on it. I also want to see the Gerudo reaction to the existence of a Gerudo King.
This video was incredible. I’ve watched the trailer about a billion times and I did NOT connect all the music together. Thank you for breaking that down it makes me adore this franchise even more than I do already
I was startled when I noticed the sax mid trailer. Didn't realize it was a sax the whole time!! Super fresh. A lot of the trailer, especially the intro segments, give me a very Ghibli/Joe Hisaishi-inspired feeling. The intro gives me Castle In The Sky vibes (not sure which song(s) sadly but I feel like it's after they land on Laputa), while the bit before the Zelda theme kicks in is reminding me of either Spirited Away or perhaps Mononoke. (Honestly it's hard for me to place since I'm not familiar with many of the individual songs.) But then there are also really unique parts like that erhu (?), then the references to classic Zelda and to BotW. Just gorgeous. (I have only just started watching your breakdown so forgive me if you go over any of these points in the video.)
Yeah... this trailer had absolutely no reason to be this good, but here it is. I can't believe how much I'm in love with this trailer and the music specifically. I liked when you pointed out the big bass drop, there are just SO many elements to the music here that you can ignore because there's just so much going on and it's all incredible. Great video.
I absolutely love this!! Thank you for doing this breakdown! Since the release of the BotW 2017 trailer, I began to fall in love with video game music scores and this one has became my favorite of them all! 4:55 - where the Ganondorf theme begins, the drums in the background reminds me of a marching band going to war!
Some of the musical cues throughout the trailer are brilliant with the included call backs to old Zelda ost. Great video loved to get a more in depth look
Yeah, I'd watch a one hour video talking about the music. I absolutely love the music in Zelda and hearing the breakdown of it and little things I'd never catch myself is definitely worth a watch
The whole ends where it began thing is kinda interesting to me because the logo for tears of the kingdom is an ouroboros worm aka hinting at a loop.( demise curse at the end of skyward sword was a never ending loop. plus the fact that he was sealed in the sword and now the swords broken...) all I know is this game is gon be gooood
I love it! I think I heard just a portion of Malladus theme at the very beginning. Maybe it's just me, but that's what I thought of the moment I heard it.
I'm so glad everyone is now starting to appreciate the saxophone in an orchestra setting is AWESOME! I'm biased but we aren't utilized to our potential.
GOSH I LOVE THE MUSIC SO DAMN MUCH IT'S JUST SO FREAKING EPIC. The game itself is also mind blowing, I remember picking up BOTW right after I saw people freaking out about the release of the sequel and it was my first time ever playing a Zelda game. The BOTW playthrough, the journey was incredibly amazing and I LOVE the story and the music with all my heart. I just can't express how much I LOVE the music, they just toches my heart EVERY SINGLE TIME I hear them. This is those music that are REAL GOOD music.
bro awesome you're the only other person recognising the twilight princess overworld theme in those couple of notes, same goes for the age of calamity theme you hear after the main theme crescendo (after ganondorfs theme) got that 4 note sequence ( at the point of " you are not alone") followed by a finishing touch going up ( same as they did with the main theme) but those first four notes are the sequence of age of calamity. the one you hear in the title screen and the little guardian terakko uses it to open a gate way in time. exact same notes. this composition is a masterpiece.. never tear up but the saxophone killed me. great video man, got a sub
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They did it, nintendo managed to capture lightning in a bottle not once, but twice. AND I AM HERE FOR IT!
More than twice....
SMB3, Metroid Prime Remastered, OOT to name a few
@@upgradED32 I think they mean with a trailer. This rivals the final trailer for BOTW.
And with the same game engine, no less
Let’s not get too excited, the games not out yet, but I am just as excited
Lol you're fucking insane if you think it's only twice. BoTW has one of the weakest soundtracks in the Zelda series and that's not even counting any Mario, Yoshi, or Kirby games which also have incredible scores.
The shield bash in time with the music at 3:30 is just so satisfying I CAN’T-
and then the recalled octorok projectile
The combination of sax and erhu is so cool!
I've been waiting for someone to say this. I never thought they would sound so fantastic together in the same song.
yes the erhu is SOOOO underrated!
I thought I was the only one! I love both of these instruments independently, and hearing them used in the same soundtrack is making me go wild. I love it so much, it sounds amazing, i can't wait to hear the rest of this games soundtrack
Combination of east and west. Like the elements we see in the game. Western attire for Link with the green outfit and eastern with the dragons and sky islands.
I really think it's a suona and an erhu.
I was so pleasantly surprised by the saxophone! So fun and still manages to encapsulate a lot of the Zelda franchise in one track while keeping it incredibly emotional! Literally had chills listening to it.
I bet they brought in some of the musicians that have been performing the MarioKart 8 soundtracks
Same! The Japanese have some exceptional sax players, both classical and jazz, so it’s awesome to see it represented.
I aspire to have as buttery smooth of a tone as that guy.
I really think it's a suona, not a saxophone
@@PenneySounds I really thought that too, going by the others chinese instruments like the erhu and the pipa seems more fitting
3:26 is still probably the best drop I've ever heard on any game trailer, or even song in general, it's so stupidly good i can't get over it
Bro, this might be a little TMI, but I was already hard AF up to this point in the trailer. That saxophone straight up busted a fucking nut when it dropped.
Big chills to that one!
I agree... Things just get taken to a new level at that part!
facts
For me it’s 5:08 ! I find it so incredible and everything just goes so well together
PLEASE do an hour-long video about this, well definitely watch it.
This! I think you’d be surprised how many would watch it. Would be fascinating to get your take on it. No one else has done it yet.
I've never seen this channel before which is crazy because its literally composing (which I love) and video games (which I also love!) Basically yes i would definetly watch a longer video on this!
I would watch it just for the Twilight Princess references
I would definitely watch that
Would absolutely listen to an hour long breakdown of this while at work
I love that they used Midna's lament, where they show Link trying to grab Zelda while she falls into the abyss, up until the sinkholes.
One of my favourite themes.
Yep, one of the best parts of the trailer and it's just so nostalgic to listen to
I'm so happy to see people pick up on it I've watched a bunch of reactions but no one said anything! TP's soundtrack is a masterpiece.
3 notes do not a reference to Midna’s Lament make.
@@Novarcharesk thank you lol, I get where it's coming from but this one def feels like more of a reach/coincidence to me if anything
@@pastelbird Oh come on, every note is clearly intentional here. He points out that they use a subtle version of the theme towards the end too 6:15
I had tears in my eyes watching this trailer, not only is it literally just an amazing trailer, but the music was just so absolutely insane, music that carries so much emotion within it that it just naturally makes you tear up. It's wild
Man... I watched the trailer for literally 4 hours. Over and over again.
I played the 8 - 16 bit NES and Gameboy games as a child, and throughout the years, you never know what will still be popular enough to stay relevant or whether a company will still be around to make content. Hearing the iconic music mixed in with new elements and this beautifully rendered game brought me to tears. 🥲
me too. unreal.
The sax is actually so fitting here. It's so JRPG, there's actually a lot of JRPG with jazzy soundtracks.
Facts. Love this new wave of jazziness in all my new favorite RPGs. Even so many bongos and jazz flutes in ToTK. Make me feel like I'm on a caper sometimes
The best videogame trailer I have ever seen. Watched every single reaction on UA-cam and still get chills. Nintendo-es what other AAA devs can't.
I need to correct you...
I would and probably hundreds more would be SOOOO DOWN for a 1 hour analysis.
I absolutely loved watching you nerd out over this! I love music and you pointed out a ton of stuff that went completely past me. I've rewatched the trailer at least 30 times now just analyzing the narrative implicitations and gameplay.
But you brought up tons of stuff I didn't think about! I loved it! Keep making awesome content.
Yes.. I had no idea the twilight princess theme was there at the end its one of my all time favorite iterations of zelda but with the different tempo and quieter sound I didn’t even have a thought on it, but when it was pointed out it was definitely the theme clear as day and it brought me to tears.. this guy has an amazing sense for music I’d love to know more.
YES! i would LOVE more analysis!!!!!!!! like no i didn’t hear that, i had no idea there were 10 past themes intertwined in the trailer, but i would ABSOLUTELY LOVE to hear about it for an hour!!!! ❤
Your musical ear is actually brilliant! I had no idea that the theme all the way back in E3 2019 is the same we heard in the final trailer !
count me in among the people who want the hour long reaction. I too was also floored by how well they used the sax. Somehow Nintendo always manages to make me hear something I've never heard before.
The fact that there is a bit of Twilight princess theme there is interesting. it’s speculated that the Ganondorf in this game is the same one back in Twilight Princess, due to the chest wound on his zombified version in this game. He picked up that wound in TP. It’s speculated this is placed in the Child Timeline.
That drop sound transition between Zelda holding the sword and the title at the end is SO SICK. Like… BEEEoooowwwwnnnn!
I am so frikin happy to see someone make a video of the music alone! Legit watched the trailer over 50 times and each time I cry because as a long time Zelda franchise fan, hearing bits of the older game songs in this trailer made me flash back in quick succession to moments in my life when those games were present. And hearing you appreciate that base right after the backwards vocals, UGH! That was probably my favorite part because of how jolting it is! Music, particularly the legend of Zelda music, is such a huge part of me, and I cannot wait for the full soundtrack to be available!
The sax is so crazy. I imagine a guy going ham on his saxophone while everyone's fighting a freaking war around him, that's what kind of battle this is!
I would watch a 1 hour breakdown honestly. You could generalize it too and make a video on how you can convey information in a trailer that ties the themes to other elements in the media.
Like the sax here I thought was so cool with the erhu coming in during the theme. The sax made it feel new age /modern especially with how the sax player hit those high notes and when the erhu came in it tied it to the traditional roots. The music said to me that the trailer was portraying this new world but it reminds you that it is still the same old world you knew but looked at in a modern way. Very cool!
I've watched many reactions to the trailer and I love yours because it's very different, most focused on the music that I really loved about this trailer, and explaining how its similar to other themes. I really love Zelda and think it has some of the best music. Thanks for making this video.
I would absolutely watch an hour of you analyzing and discussing the music. Enjoyed the video a lot - thanks!
I would LOVE to watch a 1 hour video of you talking about the amazing music of this game
If the music is like this for the full game, seeing what they’ve shown off, this is lined up to be the best Zelda game ever
I can't get over that final note/chord when the title drops at the end with the crystal hum and base boom
That bass ending is so cool to me. It’s such a non Zelda sound effect it really caught me by surprise.
I think it's interesting that the backwards vocals show up whenever something related to the zonai is in focus. Particularly the massive bass drop when the (presumably) new zonai character is shown, followed by an echo of the same set of notes presenting a giant zonai golem emerging from a wall.
But with you pointing out that the backwards theme in the previous trailers is an inversion of the new main theme, this seems even more meaningful. I think that these being backwards versions of the musical theme of the current conflict's heroes is in relation to the Zonai being the heroes of the previous war against Ganondorf, implying that we will see numerous flashbacks to 10,000 years ago when the final major conflict with Ganon prior to BotW occurred, and may even visit it via time travel (which also might be where zelda is, since if she was in the same time and/or dimension finding her wouldn't be much of a challenge).
So glad you did a video on this!!! As a lifelong zelda nerd and your fan for years, this made me way too happy
great job breaking down the composition. The secondary melodies they introduce were mad. so good. love it!
I noticed most of the main leitmotifs but you really blew my mind away with what i MISSED. My jaw dropped on the Twilight Princess theme in the end since by that point in the trailer im already jumping up and down💀 this is absolutely insane and i want to marry whoever composed this
I exploded with joy when those backmasked motifs from the very first trailer finally built up to the climax when Link was shown as the last line of defense!
I think it could be the Zonai theme, or the Zonai's calling theme. It was heard at Ganon's corpse sealed by the Zonai, it appears in the trailer when the new Zonai figure shows up, as if a bass answers to the callings of the high voices, and finally when the Zonai mentions Link as the last line of defense.
You are right, that exact 3 notes when Zelda falls is from the 25th anniversary Zelda orchestra, kakariko village theme 2:08
I even noticed how they snuck Hyrule Warriors Age of Calamity's main theme around 5:43
This really feels like the perfect game for the climax
I've seen the trailer like 10 times now and I'm still just amazed by everything that's packed in there
as a Saxophone major this trailer gave me the biggest smile I've ever had for a game trailer
When they hit you with Links initial reveal, falling from the sky. It hit me harder than I ever thought it would. Legit had an immediate lump in my throat, this franchise is incredible and after 25 years it still manages to nail it every time. Amazing.
This has to be one of my favorite trailer reactions. Amazing!
The people who made this trailer desires a massive raise
Hi, new viewer here!
This trailer was AMAZING! And you talking about the music in the trailer gives me MORE HYPE for this game! You just earned a sub from me!
Can’t wait for the full game!
yess finally someone talking about that bass drop when they show the new characters face! YES!!
I love channels like this I had no Idea it was a saxophone at the start it just makes its appearance in the song later that much more special with the build up.. the music is soo good.
Edit: the way they incorporated many classic zelda tunes throughout the trailer as well as the new tunes being so well placed ugh… I’ve listened to it so many times its utterly amazing
Man I was hoping so much that a composer would react to this masterpiece, thank u! Tottally amped for a 1 hour video haha
Thank you for mentioning the link between this trailer and the 1st trailer. I see the similarities and I haven't heard anyone else mentioning it!
Don’t sell yourself short, dude. I would literally listen to every legend of Zelda music breakdown you make because this video made me realize that the reason that I am a huge fan of Zelda isn’t for the game itself or story, but the music. It has such a huge impact in key moments in my life and I always return to their soundtracks when I need a boost in my day.
Ngl, I'd definitely watch an hour video dissecting this exceptional piece of music!
0:29 That smile! I am the same way. just grinning from ear to ear the moment I hear something Zelda related.
The creativity and artistry in this game makes my heart swell and eyes gush! Your brief analysis of this utterly uplifting trailer OST kept me grinning right to the end. Looking fwd to your longer treatment, and real soon we'll ALL be enjoying TOTK...
We need the one hour video, it's incredible
@Zach This is the first time I’ve watched any of your videos. I never went to music school and don’t know what the difference is between a clarinet and a saxophone.
But your enthusiasm and explanation just made me appreciate this trailer even more as a video game fan. Thank you for that. Can’t wait to see more of your content 😊
Woah got chills when you eluded to their eluding theme. Very observant. I'm willing to bet 0:30 is perhaps the sky island theme.
I can't wait to play this. Already pre-ordered couple months ago. Want to play it on day one.
Oh my gosh! That IS the music from the first trailer. I thought it was just a reverse thing. Before even knowing this, my favorite part is when Zelda says “Link” and that saxophone hits, it’s just so good. But now knowing that it’s possibly the new theme of the game? Makes it so much better
Make that hour long video!!!! I would watch it over and over!
Dude, absolutely awesome breakdown of all the small details. You absolutely pinointed everything 🙏🙏🙏💖💖💖
I just found your channel! You’ve got another subscriber because your channel is exactly what I’m looking for! Orchestration tips and tricks, etc. thank you for this reaction! The soundtrack will be amazing! This trailer alone is amazing!
I would SO watch the one hour video. This was great
I would TOTALLY watch a one hour analysis of this! There’s just so much to dive into
6:00 oh my god i would've never noticed that! You definitely earned a sub
When I played in a "small" amateur symphonic orchestra (we were about 50), we didn't have enough french horn, so the conductor gave the score of the french horn to the saxophone 😅
I always found the sound of the saxophone too "dirty" for a symphonic orchestra (in comparison with the clean sound of the horn), but we made with the means of the edge.
Hearing saxophone now in a piece like this takes me back to all my years in orchestra, it's moving 😢
The way I WOULD watch an hour of this, I’m so glad people zero in on and appreciate this music 🥳
I already find soo amazing but I can’t imagine how it sounds like to someone that knows and understands music
You shared your own feeling, thank you !
I swear at the end of the trailer before Zelda appears it sounds like the end of “the swan” of carnival of the animals by camille saint saens!
The fact that twilight princess is just BARELY hinted at here...
I mean, it is technically the last event before Ganondorf was sealed away, only being resurrected again in TOTK. Plus the fact that he actually still has the injury from the sacred sword during his "execution" in the Arbiter's Grounds.
I think Ganondorf is gonna be a little stunned to see the same guy wielding the same sword thousands of years later. I know I would. I hope he comments on it. I also want to see the Gerudo reaction to the existence of a Gerudo King.
This video was incredible. I’ve watched the trailer about a billion times and I did NOT connect all the music together. Thank you for breaking that down it makes me adore this franchise even more than I do already
" it ends where it began" fits surprising well with the games logo. it had to be intentional
I was startled when I noticed the sax mid trailer. Didn't realize it was a sax the whole time!! Super fresh.
A lot of the trailer, especially the intro segments, give me a very Ghibli/Joe Hisaishi-inspired feeling. The intro gives me Castle In The Sky vibes (not sure which song(s) sadly but I feel like it's after they land on Laputa), while the bit before the Zelda theme kicks in is reminding me of either Spirited Away or perhaps Mononoke. (Honestly it's hard for me to place since I'm not familiar with many of the individual songs.)
But then there are also really unique parts like that erhu (?), then the references to classic Zelda and to BotW. Just gorgeous.
(I have only just started watching your breakdown so forgive me if you go over any of these points in the video.)
Yeah... this trailer had absolutely no reason to be this good, but here it is. I can't believe how much I'm in love with this trailer and the music specifically. I liked when you pointed out the big bass drop, there are just SO many elements to the music here that you can ignore because there's just so much going on and it's all incredible. Great video.
Make the 1 hour video!!! This was AMAZING!!
i’d actually watch an hour long video of this!! great work!
We will. We will watch the 2 hours edition of this
I absolutely love this!! Thank you for doing this breakdown! Since the release of the BotW 2017 trailer, I began to fall in love with video game music scores and this one has became my favorite of them all! 4:55 - where the Ganondorf theme begins, the drums in the background reminds me of a marching band going to war!
Men we'd love to see an 1h video deconstructing this theme !
I would actually love to hear your 1h explanation of this trailer ahah. You seem very passionate !
this game is gonna have my new favorite soundtrack i can already feel it
Some of the musical cues throughout the trailer are brilliant with the included call backs to old Zelda ost. Great video loved to get a more in depth look
i would watch a 1 hour video i cant stop watching the trailer simply because the music fills me with so much joy
This is the first time I’ve seen one of your videos. I’ll be back for the one hour follow up.
Brilliant, absolutely brilliant hearing.
I am so impressed by the detail of this soundtrack. Exspecially the saxophone was a suprise.
I wish more composer talk about this music, it’s so fun to watch
Yeah, I'd watch a one hour video talking about the music. I absolutely love the music in Zelda and hearing the breakdown of it and little things I'd never catch myself is definitely worth a watch
the saxophone was just brilliant... so excited for this game and this soundtrack!!
Game looks epic. Can't wait not to sleep for a couple of months.
The whole ends where it began thing is kinda interesting to me because the logo for tears of the kingdom is an ouroboros worm aka hinting at a loop.( demise curse at the end of skyward sword was a never ending loop. plus the fact that he was sealed in the sword and now the swords broken...) all I know is this game is gon be gooood
I love it! I think I heard just a portion of Malladus theme at the very beginning. Maybe it's just me, but that's what I thought of the moment I heard it.
When this trailer dropped it pushed me into pre-order club. just showed the effort and detail in music and thought id get a head start on the game
Bro, I’m so hyped for this game goosebumps at that trailer
The reverse audio in the first teaser was actually the reversed audio of the game over music in the very first Zelda game
All the sax players in high school band are about to pop off on Monday
I'm so glad everyone is now starting to appreciate the saxophone in an orchestra setting is AWESOME! I'm biased but we aren't utilized to our potential.
GOSH I LOVE THE MUSIC SO DAMN MUCH IT'S JUST SO FREAKING EPIC. The game itself is also mind blowing, I remember picking up BOTW right after I saw people freaking out about the release of the sequel and it was my first time ever playing a Zelda game. The BOTW playthrough, the journey was incredibly amazing and I LOVE the story and the music with all my heart. I just can't express how much I LOVE the music, they just toches my heart EVERY SINGLE TIME I hear them. This is those music that are REAL GOOD music.
I think I would totally watch a 1 hour video actually
Who knew a saxophone would work so well it's better than it should be
That saxophone they added to the original BotW theme goes HARD
YES, I KNEW I WAS HEARING THE TP OVERWORLD THEME
The backwards voices too!! I swear I know them from Twilight Princess but I can't remember how!!
yo Zach knows these themes better than anyone
this is the best trailer reaction i've seen.
Didn’t catch midna’s theme playing not once, but twice as a motif. That’s so cool to me. Great video 👍
bro awesome you're the only other person recognising the twilight princess overworld theme in those couple of notes, same goes for the age of calamity theme you hear after the main theme crescendo (after ganondorfs theme) got that 4 note sequence ( at the point of " you are not alone") followed by a finishing touch going up ( same as they did with the main theme) but those first four notes are the sequence of age of calamity. the one you hear in the title screen and the little guardian terakko uses it to open a gate way in time. exact same notes. this composition is a masterpiece.. never tear up but the saxophone killed me. great video man, got a sub
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this is the age of calamity reference. now im even more sure after listening again
1 Hour video of music analysis?? do it!
Its always awesome to see what kind of instrument were used and how they are put together
the zelda team and the from soft team are neck and neck for best music. they both give me chills every time i hear em