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Title: Zannibal's covers / remixes (New; Dracula's Curse (Castlevania October!))
Post by: Zannibal on September 02, 2013, 04:59:19 PM
Yeah, I already posted on Remixes thread, but I decided to make a new thread for my own covers. Indeed, I use word cover, since that is the correct one for these, but the idea is close enough to remix. I can give a lecture about the subject if someone wants ;D

So, the list of my covers / remixes. The newest will be on top from now on;

Dracula's Curse
Castlevania - Dracula's Curse (metal, 5/5) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qHE_hgNxjB4#ws)

A Requiem (Simon's Quest ending)

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Prayer of a Tragic Queen (Stage 5 - Bloodlines) 3/5 of CV October!

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Praying Hands (Belmont's Revenge - Cloud Castle) 2/5 of CV October!


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Death Fair (CV Adventure Stage 3) - MAJOR improvement in mixing! Also, the first song on Castlevania October!

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The Grandson of Satan (fan song) - a sequel to Alucard. A bit more epic, but maybe not as CV-stylish as Alucard. Maybe more like LoS stylish except the parts with organs.

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Castlevania 1 Medley

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This isn't a cover, but a fan-song, which means that I tried to make it sound Castlevania-stylish. I think it turned out quite well? You can also hear some influence from the Kraken (PotC) and Phantom of the Opera...

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Castlevania IV - Stage 4, or Cave, music. This time, it's actually a remix. I just wanted to do something, so I decided giving it a try. I like the result  :)

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Bloody Tears / Medley, my first cover. Note; I did this with my old recording gear, so other songs (and songs to come) have better sound. I'm also improving my mixing skills with every song I create.

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Out of Time:

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I will update this message when I got new songs. I'm planning to make Dracula's Castle this week (I found cool VST yesterday, and I already did quite unique intro for that song). I also have one song written down that I won't reveal yet, and also Theme of Simon and Awake. And maybe Revenge and Lost Painting. And Beginning from CV3... plenty of stuff to do.
Title: Re: Zannibal's covers / remixes
Post by: Richter Belmondo on September 02, 2013, 05:11:12 PM
Very nice covers !
But for god sake ! Slow down !
This can be much nicer if you just slow down your tempo i think ,
I'm talking about the bloody tears one
Title: Re: Zannibal's covers / remixes
Post by: Zannibal on September 02, 2013, 08:53:10 PM
Thanks for feedback :D

I guess the speed is a matter of opinion; I though it sounded good on fast speed. Actually, I was going to do it even faster, but I couldn't pull the tapping part any faster. But then again, I love fast playing (Yngwie Malmsteen for example), so I guess that explains it. But don't worry, I won't play everything that fast.
Title: Re: Zannibal's covers / remixes
Post by: Jorge D. Fuentes on September 03, 2013, 12:32:13 AM
Hi there! Nice job.  Very good stuff. :)

I think what Richter Belmondo is trying to say (correct me if I'm wrong, Richter), is that you're too fast for the tunes you're playing.
Clearly you know the notes... but because you're playing faster than the music is playing, the music has to catch up to you.  This is apparent in a few parts of the video.  You're either engrossed in what you're playing or you're not hearing the downbeats well enough to stay in sync with the harmonies.

Are you playing with headphones on or are you playing along with the tune coming out of speakers?  You may be able to improve your sync with the piece if you use headphones while playing.
The good news is that it's not too apparent.  Perhaps keeping a metronome tick playing in your headphones may help a bit.
Title: Re: Zannibal's covers / remixes
Post by: Richter Belmondo on September 03, 2013, 04:14:33 AM
Exactly Jorge ,
 :)
Title: Re: Zannibal's covers / remixes
Post by: Zannibal on September 03, 2013, 11:20:49 AM
Quote from: Jorge D. Fuentes on September 03, 2013, 12:32:13 AM
Hi there! Nice job.  Very good stuff. :)

I think what Richter Belmondo is trying to say (correct me if I'm wrong, Richter), is that you're too fast for the tunes you're playing.
Clearly you know the notes... but because you're playing faster than the music is playing, the music has to catch up to you.  This is apparent in a few parts of the video.  You're either engrossed in what you're playing or you're not hearing the downbeats well enough to stay in sync with the harmonies.

Are you playing with headphones on or are you playing along with the tune coming out of speakers?  You may be able to improve your sync with the piece if you use headphones while playing.
The good news is that it's not too apparent.  Perhaps keeping a metronome tick playing in your headphones may help a bit.


Aah, now I got it :D Yeah, I definitely need to work with timing. On Bloody Tears, I had no chance to use metronome, so I had to play by ear, which may explain why I was too fast. On Out of Time I forgot to use metronome  :rollseyes: It was first time I was recording with my current gear, so I didn't remember I could use it now. But I guess I was in sync quite well.

Thanks for feedback anyways ;D
Title: Re: Zannibal's covers / remixes (New song: CV IV - Stage 4)
Post by: Zannibal on September 08, 2013, 03:15:15 PM
'aight. I got new remix out. Yes, instead of metal cover, I made an remix. One of my favorite tunes in CV series, really fits the atmosphere. Link is in the first post (to avoid turning this thread too heavy by spamming too much Youtube links).
Title: Re: Zannibal's covers / remixes (New song: CV IV - Stage 4)
Post by: X on September 08, 2013, 04:38:58 PM
Your take on SCV4's stage four 1-1 is very nice. That was a harp you were using in there, wasn't it?
Title: Re: Zannibal's covers / remixes (New song: CV IV - Stage 4)
Post by: Zannibal on September 08, 2013, 04:46:32 PM
Thanks :D Yes, it is a harp indeed.
Title: Re: Zannibal's covers / remixes (New fan-song: Alucard)
Post by: Zannibal on September 29, 2013, 04:44:33 PM
Long time, no covers! Well, I can't say I've fixed this issue yet, but I got something else instead. A fan song. I was listening to Final Toccata last night, and decided to make something similar, and I think it turned out to be quite Castlevania stylish.  Also, this is my first non-metal song that isn't fully orchestral. It was fun to make this one, let me know what you guys think! I will do more covers later. I got 1 cover ready for recording, and Dracula's Castle is coming too.

As usual, the video is in the first post.
Title: Re: Zannibal's covers / remixes (New remix; CV 1 orchestral medley)
Post by: Zannibal on November 26, 2013, 11:48:27 AM
Woe to you oh earth and sea, for the Z4nnibal sends new remix with wrath!

Indeed, my children. As it says in description, I found this badass medley from Ultimate-Guitar, and decided to mess around with it a little and then remix it (and trust me, orchestral mixing is not as simple as insert midi and render ;D). For some reason, it was named Castlevania Theme. Oh well, the song is in the first post, as always!
Title: Re: Zannibal's covers / remixes (New remix; CV 1 orchestral medley)
Post by: Rugal on November 26, 2013, 01:09:02 PM
That CVIV cave music is what LoS music should have sounded like.
Title: Re: Zannibal's covers / remixes (New remix; CV 1 orchestral medley)
Post by: mig3 on December 01, 2013, 04:06:56 PM
Good stuff!  ;D
Title: Re: Zannibal's covers / remixes (New remix; CV 1 orchestral medley)
Post by: Zannibal on December 05, 2013, 11:28:07 AM
Quote from: mig3 on December 01, 2013, 04:06:56 PM
Good stuff!  ;D

Thanks ;D I got 3 days weekend this week. I'll probably make another metal cover finally.
Title: Re: Zannibal's covers / remixes (New fan song; The Grandson of Satan)
Post by: Zannibal on February 17, 2014, 11:25:35 PM
Hi guys and girls and everything between!

I got new orchestral VSTi yesterday (Garritan Personal Orchestra 4 for those who want to know) and decided to finish my new fan song. It's basically a "sequel" to Alucard. I think it has the old-CV feel on the organ parts, and maybe slightly LoS feeling in the middle. Especially on that quiet part, kinda reminds me of Theme of Belmonts (that was a coincidence, tho). As always, the link is in the first post!

Also, now I've finally got good guitar tone, so I will FINALLY make more metal covers too.
Title: Re: Zannibal's covers / remixes (New fan song; Death Fair (Castlevania October!))
Post by: Zannibal on October 04, 2014, 09:14:15 PM
I'm back with better mixing, better sound and most importantly, more hair! After the huge demand of absolutely no one I decided to start Castlevania October! It basically means I'll make new Castlevania cover every week during this month. I'm going to cover a bit rare songs that hasn't been done million times, so no Bloody Tears or Vampire Killer ;D In fact, few of these songs haven't seen a metal cover ever.

As always, new song is in first post, highest on the list, or here; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqCds0ERrAU (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqCds0ERrAU)

I suppose it's okay to post here even tho it's over 120 days old? :d
Title: Re: Zannibal's covers / remixes (New cover; Praying Hands (Castlevania October!))
Post by: Zannibal on October 12, 2014, 06:36:17 PM
I'm back! Time for this week's Castlevania song. This week's song is "Praying Hands" from Belmont's Revenge! (check first post)
Title: Re: Zannibal's covers / remixes (New; Prayer of a Tragic Queen(Castlevania October!)
Post by: Zannibal on October 18, 2014, 09:26:05 PM
Third week of the Castlevania October! This week's cover is from Bloodlines; Check thy first post!
Title: Re: Zannibal's covers / remixes (New; A Requiem (Castlevania October!))
Post by: Zannibal on October 24, 2014, 07:09:11 PM
More Vania! This time one of my favorite tracks from NES-era. I think it's way too overlooked :-[

*First post*

Next week I'll have a very special Halloween... special! Special!
*Chances are it's so special that I'll have to delay it with one week. But fear not, that just means you'll have 6 weeks of Vania instead of 5!*
Title: Re: Zannibal's covers / remixes (New; A Requiem (Castlevania October!))
Post by: darkmanx_429 on October 24, 2014, 10:15:07 PM
You should hook up with my bud, BMC_Warmachine via the PM.

I think you guys would get along...
Title: Re: Zannibal's covers / remixes (New; A Requiem (Castlevania October!))
Post by: Lelygax on October 25, 2014, 06:12:11 AM
You're getting beter and better with the time. :)
Title: Re: Zannibal's covers / remixes (New; A Requiem (Castlevania October!))
Post by: Zannibal on October 26, 2014, 05:33:45 PM
^Thanks :D My mixing is still a work in progress but it's decent enough already. At least I stay in tempo unlike back in the glorious Bloody Tears...

I just finished writing the grand finale of my Castlevania month. Jeez, let's just say it's over 13 minutes in length... It's supposed to be done by next Friday but there's a small chance that I'll have to take another week for it. If that shall happen, I will make some shorter cover for next Friday. I kind of underestimated the amount of work this "little" project will have. Might be a bit long but can't turn back now! I don't think anyone has done anything like this many times (I can totally see why). I can tell you it's not "best of CV"-medley ;D

E; I came in conclusion that I will not release that big one this week. I'd have to rush it if I wanted to have it in time. I will most likely release it at the end of next month - I think it's good to have few weeks break from Castlevania ;D So that means I'll do some other smaller cover for Halloween!
Title: Re: Zannibal's covers / remixes (New; A Requiem (Castlevania October!))
Post by: Lelygax on October 27, 2014, 10:40:36 PM
Sure man take your time, no need for rush.
Title: Re: Zannibal's covers / remixes (New; Dracula's Curse (Castlevania October!))
Post by: Zannibal on November 02, 2014, 09:34:15 PM
You mortals thought that I would screw up schedules and fail to release 5th week in time and choose to have the big cover as week 5 that will be like 5 months late??! Well, you were right. UNTIL SATURDAY! After wondering and thinking I ended up having a good idea for cover. A small medley from Dracula's Curse!

Castlevania - Dracula's Curse (metal, 5/5) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qHE_hgNxjB4#ws)

So, finally done with this thing ;D All kinds of feedback is welcome! Which one was best?