[SotW] Song of the Week - WEEK 134 Voting/WEEK 135 Nominating

^^ I know both of the tracks in question (<3 both Fantavision soundtracks), and I'd have to say they're different enough. So, I personally see no problem with you nominating it~!

Jam it back in, in the dark.

I had such a difficult time choosing which track to nominate from the fantastic Unknown Origin album. Atelier Elie Unknown Origin - The Tale of the Seagull That Couldn't Fly ended up being my pick, and it's probably my favourite by a margin. Trademark gust bounciness, a spectacular melody and some refreshing sound samples combine to make one of my favourite Atelier songs ever (and that says a lot). If that flourish at 1:42 doesn't hook you, then I don't know what will. <3

Ghost in the Shell Stand Alone Complex -Hunter's Territory- Prototype Sound Package The Link - PRAYER ~Praying~ (REMIX ver) essentially only has two prominent elements: the guitar and angelic vocals. Not a bad mix, I must say (and that guitar line surprisingly didn't grate on me), but I just think 6 minutes is waay too long. Were this shortened to 3 minutes, I would have happily given it a vote, but I almost fell asleep here. >_>

I've been thinking of looking into this soundtrack, so Guwange ESP Ra.De. Original Soundtrack - [Underworld Cherry Blossoms] - Stage 3 will be a good test to see whether I should spring into OST-acquiring action. I've gotta say I'm impressed; the lush Asian soundscape is really vivid and full of colour, and the evil giggles at the start of each loop are a fitting touch. Yeah, if it's all this classy I'll definitely be looking into it.

Insector X - ORIENTAL FEAR (Pyramid)'s attached cover art frightens me. >_<" Anywho; this is a pretty good piece with a nice, cohesive feel to it. I'm kind of umm-ing and ahh-ing over whether to like this track or not, 'cause it borders on monotony, but the use of some tuned percussion licks sold it. The steel drums and bass solo was also a really cool touch. Conclusion: a bit boring, but the varied, exciting instrumentation keeps it above the water (or in this case, sand).

Fleeting rock. That's all Pinball Hall of Fame: The Williams Collection - Premonition is more me, sadly. It's nice while it lasts, with some sweet guitarin' and a fluid progression. But there's no hook. No "wow!" factor. I'm just left feeling a bit empty inside after listening. A decent listen while it lasted, though.

PinkSweets ~After Ibara~ Original Sound Track - Sorelle forti -Strongest Sisters- Stage3 is some nice danceable techno. Entertaining from the get-go, it maintains a respectable level of energy and enthusiasm, and really gets my knocking my head. Very point-worthy, methinks.

Snatcher & Policenauts for the win. It's so severely under appreciated it hurts. Policenauts F/N - MY LOVE is a great, high-quality arrangement that you don't see enough of. The instrumentation is crisp, and the subtle melodies shine through the tangible developments. Perhaps a point will go this way (I can think of much better from the F/N album, though) (Can't wait for the Policenauts translation!)

The Nightmare of Druaga ~ Mysterious Dungeon - Promotion Medley (not used) doesn't really stand above the overpopulated crowd of heroic/militaristic orchestration, for me. The pizzicato string, harpsichord interlude halfway through is definitely the highlight, and is actually an excellent section that I might revisit again. But on the whole, it didn't interest me enough.

ohay it's a POINT

3 points: Atelier Elie Unknown Origin - The Tale of the Seagull That Couldn't Fly
2 points: PinkSweets ~After Ibara~ Original Sound Track - Sorelle forti -Strongest Sisters- Stage3
1 point: Guwange ESP Ra.De. Original Soundtrack - [Underworld Cherry Blossoms] - Stage 3
4th: Policenauts F/N - MY LOVE
5th: Insector X - ORIENTAL FEAR (Pyramid)
6th: The Nightmare of Druaga ~ Mysterious Dungeon - Promotion Medley (not used)
7th: Pinball Hall of Fame: The Williams Collection - Premonition
8th: Ghost in the Shell Stand Alone Complex -Hunter's Territory- Prototype Sound Package The Link - PRAYER ~Praying~ (REMIX ver)

OK week without being phenomenal or anything.

There's nowhere I can't reach.

Nice result. I'm really intrigued at the lack of support for the Atelier tune. I guess people just like the Iris subseries' music more, 'cause this is objectively some of the highest quality Unknown Origin material out there.

This thing is sticky, and I don't like it. I don't appreciate it.

Nomination #3

Artist: COOL-WEIGH
Composer: Naoya Shimokawa
Album: Heart Session
Track Title: Technical Power
Track Number: 14
Catalog Number: KICA-5040
Year: 1999
Source: VGMdb

I shall upload to FTP, yes? (put ur dancin' shoes on!)

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