ReMix: Lotus II RECS 'Overdrive'

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This ReMix is a little different, as it's replacing an older mix by Greg Kennedy, also known as Hornpipe2, at his request. He felt his Donkey Kong ReMix, submitted as one of the first 100 ReMixes to OCR way back in 2000 (^^), wasn't up to snuff. I concur that his latest ReMix, which though it's being released just now will be numbered OCR00073, the number of his previous submission, is a MUCH better track. I'd say, exponentially. For his triumphant return to OCR, Greg gives us our first Lotus 2 (Genesis) ReMix. Though brief, it's some catchy synth-tech pop that fans of Erasure or Pet Shop Boys or what not should appreciate, as well as lovers of fine electronica game mixes at large. Opening the gratuitous but appropo car effects, Greg quickly gets things going with a solid beat, warm saw synths with very quick release for that 'blippy' feel (ad-hoc adjective, sorry), and - probably the single coolest element that sets this mix apart - some great wah-processed synth patterns that undulate beneath the track and only come out at points. Especially towards the end, with the wild arpeggio bit, this reminded me of Erasure, but to me that's a good thing. Vince Clarke is one of the best synthesists ever (and has the gear to back up the skill, too), so comparisons to his style are nothing but favorable to my ears. More than anything, to me this piece represents some hardcore persistence and improvement, of which Greg should be damn proud. Recommended.

― djpretzel