ReMix: Mega Man 6 'Fortress of the Knight'

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"The only true currency in this bankrupt world is what we share with someone else when we're uncool" - just saw Almost Famous (director's cut, aka "Untitled") for the first time, and loved it - especially this quote. Definitely recommended. Vurez recently had his excellent T.Hawk mix posted, but he actually submitted this MM6 mix before that whole shizz went down. First above all, let's dole out the massive props to Don for covering potentially the least popular of Mega Man's NES outings and doing a superb job all around. Check out his Blizzardman and Centaurman mixes if you doubt the true faith. His third mix of the blue bomber's sixth narrative covers the Knightman theme, which one could potentially intuit from the title. So many men, so little time. Err, that came out wrong... you get the idea. The name of the game here is orchestral with some rock elements, namely rhythm guitar, an acoustic kit, electric bass, and lead. Quoth Mr. Aversa:

"The production values here, as with all of Vurez' mixes, are absolutely superb. Lots of very high end samples that are actually used WELL in a convincing manner. At times the brass seems a little too loud, and I do agree with TO that the drumwork could be a little more interesting, but really, there's no way I could have any substantive complaints about the production. The 'swamped' soundfield is not really an issue for me after I listened to this a few times. It contributes to the unique sound."

One of the things that I think makes the MM6 OST less appealing to most ReMixers than the first three soundtracks is the absence of catchier, bubblegum melodies that stick in your head. Vurez works well with this less hook-driven material, however, as his relatively conservative but still considerable arrangement matches up with his adept reinstrumentation skills to take less salient melodies and turn them into fleshed out orchestrations. That's what he's done previously with Mega Man 6, and that's what he does here yet again.

― djpretzel

Discussion: Latest 15 comments/reviews; view the complete thread or post your own.

Brass is a bit loud, but this is stellar stuff. Great samples and atmosphere, and it's a good theme, with an excellent treatment.
The chugging guitars in the rhythm with the nice brass hits and the choir sound great great, and the lead guitar is good as well. The sound quality says to me sampled, but the nuances say performed, so honestly I have no idea on this. Either way, it's very effective and sounds good. The drums are the weak link, but with so much going on, it's pretty easy to let that slide. If they were any busier, the song would be overly cluttered, and right now there is a lot packed in there. I actually think a bridge or something that wouldn't have so much going on would have made this even more effective, but it is still a great mix.
A super nice surprise. :-)
Recommended.

- OA on April 24, 2008

The volume of the many things seem out of place. Overall there's a nice loud air of reverb thing going on which I like. The arrangement is good too, which is what inspired me to come here and review it while listening to it being played on the latest vgdj episode.
I still say your Yamato Man mix from VGMix is the best, mainly because the original melody is one of my favorites ever. I highly suggest submitting that here, either as is, or making it more intense. I always have to turn the volume up to max :O. Other than that, don't stop making music when you can!

- Audity on November 18, 2006

This piece is well produced and a pleasant to listen to. It just won't jump out at you. 'Fortress of the Knight' is well done, but nothing special in terms of catchiness/'remember that one part?' type revelations.

- Chickenwarlord on August 7, 2006

Megaman 6 doesn't stick out in my head for it's soundtrack, but Vurez has the ability to transform a mundane piece of music into an unforgettable masterpiece! What he has created here is dramatic, exciting, and just plain KICKASS! Wow! His other remix of MM6 - Flurry of Frozen Fury - is top-notch as well. Both are at the top of my favorites list!
For this remix, it is most definately a 10/10 for me. keep up the good work man. :D

- Krythan on August 3, 2006

This IS my favorite remix of all time. I have been listening to it non-stop for 3 weeks now.
Words cannot describe... I am in awe.

- ScytheML on July 16, 2006

Nice ReMix that comes of rather old-skoolish due to its source-tune, but that is actually a good point, at least in my book.
I'm definitely diggin' the part from 2:08 on, very nice slow-down.

- Martin Penwald on July 7, 2006

At first, it sounded pretty typical, and then afterwards, it kicks into a badass guitar, with almost a cinematic feel to it.
Kickass.

- Brim on June 27, 2006

Very tightly arranged mix.
Nice work.

- Flare4War on June 27, 2006

I've come to appreciate Vurez's distinct Greek-spaghetti-western style, if you pardon my atrocity of a label. But at the same time, I felt it was getting a little stale, that he wasn't trying to grow anymore. I saw this mix and thought to myself "Hmm, another MM6 mix from Vurez. I bet I know what this is going to sound like."
I was WRONG.
This mix totally caught me off guard. Nice additions of electric guitar and symphony hits. I don't know what else to say. This is your best work to date, Vurez, keep it up.

- MrBogus on June 19, 2006

I can tell that some people do have their reservations with this remix; personally I think it's a very well-executed piece that brings to mind some of the more popular symphonic metal performers (which I sall not name to let the reader draw their own conclusions).
All in all it's a powerful piece that evokes the proper sense of wonder and enchantment, which I would liken to visiting Disney World and seeing more than just the castle.
The electric guitar was a nice touch, reminding the listener that this is the future but that chivalry can still survive in an age dominated by machines and impersonal computers keeping us connected as a society.

- Ferret on June 19, 2006

It took a while for this remix to get into serious business, it sounded so sad in the beginning but luckily some pwerful strings appeared to add some more power to the arrangement.
The variety among the instruments used surprised me. Sure, it's a castle, but when I started to hear church bells I got a little baffled. And let's not forget the electric guitar, probably not the best choice since it's a medieval theme we're talking about here, but elements that deliver some serious kickass cannot really go wrong anywhere.
Great remix, good to see that your remixal talent isn't going to any waste. :D

- Bummerdude on June 19, 2006

Wow, just starting off this mix i was thinking that i was honestlly gonna suck. Thank goodness i decided to listen more. It just got better and better. I was sceptical from the start because i never played mega man 6(the only one i never played). Amazingly enough i was still imrpressed with the song. Very well done and keep up the good work.

- MajLink on June 19, 2006

when i first started listening to this remix i didnt think i was gonna like it it starts off a little slow for my tastes, but then the tempo picks up and this becomes a really enjoyably song. I especially enjoyed the guitar in this piece. The overall song is very well done its got a noble sound to it but then the guitar just makes it sound kick ass. awsome job dude!

- sheamistheninja on June 19, 2006

This remix *sounds* good, but...it's kind of boreing in my opinion. There wasn't anything really notable or interesting about it to me beyound the sound quality.

- cobaltstarfire on June 18, 2006

Since listening to Vurez's work with the other seven boss themes of Megaman VI, I've been waiting a while for this particular remix. Let me tell you, I am not disappointed. This was definitely worth the wait.
I love the overall interpretation. The only thing that felt strange to me was the very last note-- it felt a bit cut off or something. Like maybe it should have been held a little longer.
Vurez, you've made my day. I am so happy. Thank you! :D

- Elkaye on June 18, 2006

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