[SotW] Song of the Week - WEEK 159 Voting/WEEK 160 Nominating

Song of the Week. 150 Weeks and counting.
Week 159 Voting is closed.
Week 160 Nominating is restricted.

Results:
1). [17] Instant Remedy - Commando
2). [14] Super Robot Wars MX Original Soundtrack - Dancing Blue
3). [11/7] You Have To Burn The Rope (Game Rip) - Now You're a Hero
4). [11/6.5] Technictix Remix Vol. 2 - shake marinade dance
5). [11/6] Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell: Double Agent (Game Rip) - Main Theme
6). [10] RAINBOWS: Chris Hülsbeck Vol. 3 - Super Turrican II (Preview)
7). [8/6.5] Genso Sangokushi II Super Arrange Version - Continental Highway
8). [8/5.5] The New Tetris (Game Rip) - Africa

Tracks:
Get the Flash Player to play this audio file: Genso Sangokushi II Super Arrange Version - Continental Highway
Get the Flash Player to play this audio file: Instant Remedy - Commando
Get the Flash Player to play this audio file: RAINBOWS: Chris Hülsbeck Vol. 3 - Super Turrican II (Preview)
Get the Flash Player to play this audio file: Super Robot Wars MX Original Soundtrack - Dancing Blue
Get the Flash Player to play this audio file: Technictix Remix Vol. 2 - shake marinade dance
Get the Flash Player to play this audio file: The New Tetris (Game Rip) - Africa
Get the Flash Player to play this audio file: Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell: Double Agent (Game Rip) - Main Theme
Get the Flash Player to play this audio file: You Have To Burn The Rope (Game Rip) - Now You're A Hero

Notes:
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Week 160 Nominating
The Nominations Queue can be found here.
The rules for nominating can be found here.

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Those didn't have to be temporary links, I uploaded the tracks to the voting directory yesterday afternoon/night/well it was some time yesterday anyway.

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Originally Posted by CHz

Those didn't have to be temporary links, I uploaded the tracks to the voting directory yesterday afternoon/night/well it was some time yesterday anyway.

Whoops! Force of habit, sorry.

Additional Spam:
Genso Sangokushi II Super Arrange Version - Continental Highway Really enjoyed the pastoral beginning to this song, and I wish it had continued in that vein; what comes after is fine, but a lot less sweeping and more standard. Still quite good all in all.

Instant Remedy - Commando Interesting combo of SID-style effects and more modern synths. It gets high marks for creativity, but since I don't really like SIDtunes, that's about all it gets.

RAINBOWS: Chris Hülsbeck Vol. 3 - Super Turrican II (Preview) The Jack Nicklaus
of the SotW circuit returns with a typically above-par offering. Nice drive, good melody, and some endearingly old-fashioned synths make this a keeper and a strong contender to add another trophy to Huelsbeck's bulging SotW case.

Super Robot Wars MX Original Soundtrack - Dancing Blue A nice combination of jazzy and synthy, this. Reminds me of some old, beloved original MIDIs that came with a Macworld CD; quite good.

Technictix Remix Vol. 2 - shake marinade dance A pretty standard piece of electronica. The bleepy Mega Man inserts are nice at first, but they eventually wear out their welcome, as does the unintelligible vocalist.

The New Tetris (Game Rip) - Africa Yikes, this sounds really awful, like it was recorded on cassette from the computer speakers and then transcoded to a 16kbps mp3. I was hoping for some great world music a la Baba Yetu to offset this, but there's only an annoyingly repetitive drum loop and rather poor vocals instead.

Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell: Double Agent (Game Rip) - Main Theme Not the biggest fan of the Splinter Gear Solid songs that cropped up in the last BSC, so expectations were low. This song rises to the challenge, delivering a neat and intricate techno-thriller sound that's straight out of John Powell's Borne scores.

You Have To Burn The Rope (Game Rip) - Now You're A Hero Seems like the entire game was an excuse to write this song! It's cute, I laughed, but I can't see myself ever listening to it again.

Decent week.

The Point Spread
Dancing Blue - 2 pts.
Main Theme - 2 pts.
Continental Highway - 1 pt.
Super Turrican II Preview - 1 pt.

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

Notes:

-- At some point I'm going to be tired of all these self-referential songs with lyrics talking about how you beat the game. I guess I haven't reached that point yet, though "Now You're A Hero," didn't place with me.

-- I have a feeling "Africa" will get torn to pieces (should I have nominated the Toto version instead?). This isn't Baba Yetu (strike one), it's techno (strike two) and yes, the sound quality blows (strike three). If you're a Neil Voss fan, though, you're digging it -- the whole album is world music overlaid with techno beats, and if it isn't overly elaborate, it's certainly catchy. Whatever, I'm done defending now.

(2 points) Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell: Double Agent (Game Rip) - Main Theme
(2 points) The New Tetris (Game Rip) - Africa
(1 point) RAINBOWS: Chris Hülsbeck Vol. 3 - Super Turrican II (Preview)
(1 point) Super Robot Wars MX Original Soundtrack - Dancing Blue

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Nomination:

Composer: Hiroki Kikuta
Album Title: Alphabet Planet
Track Title: Vivid
Disc: 1 (of 2)
Track Number: 1
Catalog Number: NSLCD-0004~5
Year: 2007
Source: NSLCD-0004~5: Alphabet Planet - VGMdb

I was speaking idiomatically.

I still can't believe I haven't given the Genso Sangokushi soundtracks a proper listening to; I think I'd really like them based on the samples I've heard. Genso Sangokushi II Super Arrange Version - Continental Highway is my first foray into the super arrange soundtracks, and I've gotta say I'm mildly disappointed. The opening is wonderful, with its delicate, soothing pastoral melodies---but sadly I don't really care for the Asian-meets-orchestral-march style that persists for the rest of the track's duration. There are some nice melodic sparks and a couple of soaring developments but one the whole I didn't really care for this one.

I usually like the bubbly old-school synth found in Instant Remedy - Commando, but only when the composition itself packs a decent amount of drive and/or melodic creativity. This one doesn't do much for me at all. Far from engaging, and lacking any substantial hooks. *dusts of hands* Yes, I think that'll do.

omg hülsbeck!` RAINBOWS: Chris Hülsbeck Vol. 3 - Super Turrican II (Preview) has some really cute, cheery melodies peppered throughout, and the style of synth hit a chord with me. Nothing at all oustanding about this one, but I'll definitely be saving it. A nice, carefree, no-strings-attached kind of listen.

(I also can't believed I haven't listened to ANY Super Robot Wars stuff =.=") Super Robot Wars MX Original Soundtrack - Dancing Blue is just as solid as I thought it would be. Catchy without being overtly annoying, and it's got some really slick, agreeable instrument and synth choices. Could have done with a bit more depth, but it's solid nonetheless!

I'm not a fan of the kind of electronica showcased in Technictix Remix Vol. 2 - shake marinade dance, specifically, techno with elements of vocals. Some of the beats were catchy, but on the whole I couldn't get into this one at all.

So cliche and forced but I have to say it: The New Tetris (Game Rip) - Africa is odd. Sorry Chuckster, but I can't appreciate this one at all. Maybe a tiny bit for comedy appeal, but I don't think that was your intention!

Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell: Double Agent (Game Rip) - Main Theme is OK considering the genre. Futuristic, dramatic orchestral stuff, I mean. It manages to keep me moderately interested in its 2-minute duration, so it must be doing something right. On paper for me, though, this one's merely average.

Sorry "Africa", but You Have To Burn The Rope (Game Rip) - Now You're A Hero takes the cake for comedy appeal this week. It's a fairly memorable tune, too. Yeah, why not, I'll throw this one a point or two! (also like how this is the last track this week; it just works)

you managed to beat the whole damn POINT!

2 points: RAINBOWS: Chris Hülsbeck Vol. 3 - Super Turrican II (Preview)
2 points: Super Robot Wars MX Original Soundtrack - Dancing Blue
2 points: You Have To Burn The Rope (Game Rip) - Now You're A Hero
4th: Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell: Double Agent (Game Rip) - Main Theme
5th: Genso Sangokushi II Super Arrange Version - Continental Highway
6th: Technictix Remix Vol. 2 - shake marinade dance
7th: The New Tetris (Game Rip) - Africa
8th: Instant Remedy - Commando

I was really only impressed by two tracks this week. Overall a very poor week in my eyes.

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3 Points: Genso Sangokushi II Super Arrange Version - Continental Highway
2 Points: Instant Remedy - Commando
1 Point: Technictix Remix Vol. 2 - shake marinade dance

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2 points: Instant Remedy - Commando
2 points: You Have To Burn The Rope (Game Rip) - Now You're A Hero
1 point: Super Robot Wars MX Original Soundtrack - Dancing Blue
1 point: The New Tetris (Game Rip) - Africa


Nomination:

• Album Title: Savage (Amiga Game Rip)
• Artist: Kevin Collier
• Track Title: Level 2
• Source: Savage - HOL Amiga database
• Track Number: 03
• Year: 1989

3 points: Dancing Blue
2 point: Main Theme
1 points: Continental Highway
close...
Shake Marinade Dance
Afrika

Nomination:
Game Title: King's Bounty: The Legend
Artist: Lind Erebros
Track Title: Under the Shadow of an Oak
Source: King's Bounty: The Legend
Year: 2008

I've uploaded the Studio version that I think slightly better than the games version.

How ya doing, buddy?

<<2 points>> Instant Remedy - Commando
<<2 points>> You Have To Burn The Rope (Game Rip) - Now You're A Hero
<<1 point>> RAINBOWS: Chris Hülsbeck Vol. 3 - Super Turrican II (Preview)
<<1 point>> Super Robot Wars MX Original Soundtrack - Dancing Blue


No nomination coming from me till I restore my hard drive.

How ya doing, buddy?

(2 points) Instant Remedy - Commando
(2 points) Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell: Double Agent (Game Rip) - Main Theme
(1 point) Super Robot Wars MX Original Soundtrack - Dancing Blue
(1 point) You Have To Burn The Rope (Game Rip) - Now You're A Hero

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Nomination:

Game: Metropolis Street Racer
Artist: Richard Jacques
Track Title: Passion
Year: 2000

Special nom for Valentine's Day...

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

Nomination:

Artist: Bjorn Lynne
Album: Revive
Title: Space Deliria 2000
Track Number: 6
Year: 1999
Source: Bjørn Lynne: "Revive" music CD - official site

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Quick votes:

(2 points) You Have To Burn The Rope (Game Rip) - Now You're a Hero
Nice vocals, cute lyrics and pleasant melody.

(2 points) Instant Remedy - Commando
This was rather infectious.

(2 points) Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell - Double Agent (Game Rip) - Main Theme
Like the atmosphere and drama in this track. Ending could have been a tad better.

I was speaking idiomatically.

Almost forgot voting:
1 Point - Genso Sangokushi II Super Arrange Version - Continental Highway
1 Point - Instant Remedy - Commando
1 Point - Super Robot Wars MX Original Soundtrack - Dancing Blue
2 Points - Technictix Remix Vol. 2 - shake marinade dance: I seem to be the only one this week who really enjoys this track.
1 Point - Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell: Double Agent (Game Rip) - Main Theme

Nomination:
2006.03.28
ABSOLUTE AREA -project THUNDER FORCE VI- <Hyakutaro Tsukumo> [21] COSMO BABYLON
FNAG-0004: ABSOLUTE AREA -project THUNDER FORCE VI- - VGMdb
I don't have the track with me right now, and tomorrow I will probably be without the internet, but you shouldn't have a problem getting this track. It's on one of gamemp3's releases. Maybe Ceft can help me upload it.

What kind of toxic man-thing is happening now?

Not only you Djinova. I enjoy it as well, hence my nomination.

3 points: shake marinade dance
1 point: Dancing Blue
1 point: Continental Highway
1 point: Commando

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Originally Posted by Djinova

ABSOLUTE AREA -project THUNDER FORCE VI- <Hyakutaro Tsukumo> [21] COSMO BABYLON
FNAG-0004: ABSOLUTE AREA -project THUNDER FORCE VI- - VGMdb
I don't have the track with me right now, and tomorrow I will probably be without the internet, but you shouldn't have a problem getting this track. It's on one of gamemp3's releases. Maybe Ceft can help me upload it.

Yeah, I've got that album. Don't worry about it.

What, you don't want my bikini-clad body?

(3 Points) Instant Remedy - Commando
(2 Points) RAINBOWS: Chris Hülsbeck Vol. 3 - Super Turrican II (Preview)
(1 Point) Genso Sangokushi II Super Arrange Version - Continental Highway

Jam it back in, in the dark.

3 points: The New Tetris (Game Rip) - Africa
2 points: Technictix Remix Vol. 2 - shake marinade dance
1 point: You Have To Burn The Rope (Game Rip) - Now You're A Hero

Neil Voss is always the right decision.

Dancing Blue is simply breathtaking. I knew I was in for a treat with the brass in the beginning, but it exceeded all expectations.

shake marinade dance was one of my least favorite tracks off of Vol. 2 when I first listened to the album, but it's grown on me since. I'd still nominate several tracks before it, but I do rather like it now, especially the middle.

There's nowhere I can't reach.

Nomination time.

Album: Outrun 2019 (Genesis Game Rip)
Artist: Shigeki Sako
Track: Victorious
Track Number: 9
Year: 1993
Source: Project 2612 - The Sega Genesis/Sega Mega Drive Music Archive

Edit with points time.

2 points - Instant Remedy - Commando
1 point - Super Robot Wars MX Original Soundtrack - Dancing Blue
1 point - Technictix Remix Vol. 2 - shake marinade dance
1 point - The New Tetris (Game Rip) - Africa
1 point - You Have To Burn The Rope (Game Rip) - Now You're A Hero

Why did I never think about nominating Now You're A Hero?

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

3 points: Super Turrican II Preview
2 points: shake marinade dance
1 point: Africa
Just missed: Commando

Really good week.

EDIT: Oh come on guys, the low quality samples in Africa, that's what makes it great.


Next nom:

Artist: Yasuhisa Watanabe
Album: Fighters' Impact
Track: Ancient City -Koto- (Kaede's STAGE)
Track #: 6
Catalog #: ZTTL-0003
Year: 1996
Source: ZTTL-0003: Fighters' Impact - VGMdb
Additional blah: uploading, ftp, etc.

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Voting is closed and nominations are restricted!

1). [17] Instant Remedy - Commando
2). [14] Super Robot Wars MX Original Soundtrack - Dancing Blue
3). [11/7] You Have To Burn The Rope (Game Rip) - Now You're a Hero
4). [11/6.5] Technictix Remix Vol. 2 - shake marinade dance
5). [11/6] Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell: Double Agent (Game Rip) - Main Theme
6). [10] RAINBOWS: Chris Hülsbeck Vol. 3 - Super Turrican II (Preview)
7). [8/6.5] Genso Sangokushi II Super Arrange Version - Continental Highway
8). [8/5.5] The New Tetris (Game Rip) - Africa

I was so nervous when I initially summed the rows and saw three tracks tied at eleven, you would not believe.

I was speaking idiomatically.

Wow, "Commando" won? I thought it was totally forgettable. =/ "Dancing Blue"'s deserving, as is the bronze winner. Shocked that the Hülsbeck track didn't place though, I thought it was awesome. And, you know, ::hülsbeck::.

How ya doing, buddy?

I think this might have been the first Hülstune not to place in living memory! But these folks like their SIDs, no doubt about it.

FELIPE NO

Too bad, but I think Dancing Blue have been appreciated enough
Gonna try to find new song after this for the next event

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I'm genuinely surprised that "Continental Highway" did so poorly. It has all the earmarks of many past finishers. I suspect that the communal tastes of SotW voters have shifted in the past year, with a heavier favor toward quirkiness instead of epicness. The fact that "Now You're A Hero" took bronze is circumstancial evidence of that.

But I am glad that the proceedings didn't bend over for Huelsbeck. He's a phenomenal composer and his place amongst VGM's elite has been all but set into granite. Still, a Huelsbeck nomination shouldn't be a one-way trip to a gold medal, as has been the pattern until now.

Jam it back in, in the dark.