ReMix: Seiken Densetsu 3 'Obsessión Nocturnal'

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First off, I'd like to wish my beautiful, genius girlfriend a very happy 25th birthday. She's my "Obsession Nocturnal," although Sixto's titling of this (awesome) ReMix is purely coincidental. Now, a bit of background: I have to admit, when Sixto first submitted to the site back in 2005, I had no idea how influential he'd end up being, and how consistent a presence as well. For whatever reason, I got the "submit a single good mix then disappear seemingly forever" vibe, but I'm damn happy I was wrong. This mix only solidifies what we've seen in the years since Juan's first submission - excellent music, an openness to collaborating with other artists, constantly improving skills, and of course, kickass guitar solos. Arranging SD3, this mix is SS at the top of his game. The ReMixer writes:

"The very first moment I heard this theme, I knew I had to rock the hell out of it. Started this remix a good while ago. I was in New Orleans trying to help take care of the mess Katrina left, working long hours every day, so the process of remixing this was slow. Over the years, I've rerecorded instruments, bought new VSTs, new samples, added new ideas... anyway, after working on this for about two years, I've finally decided I've done all that I could and it was time to submit. Hope you guys enjoy!"

You can really sense the refinement and improvement Juan's put into this mix. I could describe it in detail, but honestly, download it... if you're a fan of Kikuta, SD3, Sixto Sounds, or just great music, it's a brainy no-brainer that features loads of technique. Not just of the guitar variety, either - the arrangement here is intricate, well thought out, and substantive. Excellent stuff.

― djpretzel

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

Just kinda randomly noticed this get bumped but have to say I'm glad I did, Obession is one of my favorites from SD3, and this really rocks out!
Kinda makes me wonder why I didn't do a search for SD3 mixes before this, but hey, better late than never!

- ZealPath on June 29, 2009

ShadeZero;348616 wrote: I love the ReMix, it rocks.
There's only one minor question I have... I think it resembles 'the secret of mana' more than it does 'obsession' (I checked and double-checked with my SPCs, and I still think it resembles 'the secret of mana'...) - am I really as deaf as I'm now thinking I am?

I'm pretty sure this is correct, or at least the remix takes elements from both 'Obsession' and 'Secret of Mana'. The main melody definitely follows SoM.

- KyleJCrb on June 27, 2009

Lovin' this. I'm convinced Sixto is a cyborg, judging by how amazingly clean the playing is.
Nice Audiosurf vid too. :)

- Dhsu on November 10, 2008

Some Audiosurf action with this mix from WindyRat:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hkP_V4HL1No

- Liontamer on June 17, 2008

This remix deserves tons of comments!
Very impressive composition skills... nah, it goes beyond description; just listen to it.

- DramaNoMore on April 24, 2008

Amazing, how could I have not reviewed this? This piece is brilliant, combining arguably two of the most expressive instruments in use (guitar and piano) into a seamless mix.
Intro and outro has a bit of a novel feel (and makes me think it's related to either the Black Market segment, or Hawk/Lise's arc - obviously, it's time I started SD3 again).
Guitar is rocking. What else could it be from Sixto? That's right, NOTHING else.
The piano adds another element to the mix that would otherwise feel ... empty? Not sure. I love rockfests, but this feels more complete with the piano segment. It softens the mix. Yes, that's the wording.
Sixto proves he can consistently make the awesome musics. Another worthy addition to the 5-Stars.

- BlueMage on February 7, 2008

Well this mix has blown me away, it provides the type of sound my ears have been dying to hear. When I came here I heard a few tunes by this Sixto guy, now I can say Sixto Sounds without trying to remember his name.
Simply loving it!

Easily one of the most air guitar worthy songs on the site. You get a lot more out of this song if you have long hair. If there's ever an OCR version of Guitar Hero, make sure this is on it.

I couldn't agree more! I used to have long hair but I got it cut because my mother offered to pay me money, I used that money to help pay off my new guitar :P.

- MichaelTheCrow on December 3, 2007

Diggin' the intro (and the outro); the flute adds a certain arabic element to the mix. The guitar work is, as is to be expected from Sixto, absolutely fantastic, and sounds very clear.
Nice work; this is the best guitar-shredding mix on OCR in months.

- Martin Penwald on November 30, 2007

I love the ReMix, it rocks.
There's only one minor question I have... I think it resembles 'the secret of mana' more than it does 'obsession' (I checked and double-checked with my SPCs, and I still think it resembles 'the secret of mana'...) - am I really as deaf as I'm now thinking I am?
But, still, this remix is great. Humongously fantastic, I tell you!! ^_~

- ShadeZero on November 29, 2007

Holy crap. I consider myself a fan of both Sixto and Seiken Densetsu 3, so I expected this to be good, but not [b]THIS[/b] good. The rhythms are head-bangingly good and I cannot picture the leads being played in any way other than in a power stance or on the floor convulsing. This doesn't diverge from the original source tune much, nor does it need to. The piano was also a nice touch. Instant favorite.
Easily one of the most air guitar worthy songs on the site. You get a lot more out of this song if you have long hair. If there's ever an OCR version of Guitar Hero, make sure this is on it.

- Sinewav on November 28, 2007

I love that this is at its heart an upgrade of the original. Nothing strays too far in terms of style or composition, and while I’m all for complete re-envisioning of sources, something like this allows me to focus first on the original tune and the composers intent, rather than initially focusing on what the remixer has brought to the piece. Take it as you will, but I think even the ridiculously great guitar work takes a back seat to the revamped but true-to-the-source hypnotic melody, which imo is great compliment given the intentions of this site. So for me, the connection with the original is immediate, the connection is powerful and that connection is the bit that sealed the deal for me. Great work as usual sixto.

- Harmony on November 14, 2007

Dark Phazon;341032 wrote: This song is just awesome, period. Instant favorite.

My exact thoughts.

- Atomicfog on November 14, 2007

This is easily my favorite mix from Sixto. We all know the dude can shred circles around just about anyone, but it seemed like his earlier remixes were more on the coverish side.
This takes all of his strengths and adds a great, unique arrangement to the table, and some amazing production.
Badass work, I love it.

- OA on November 13, 2007

Defintiely liked this mix...extremely clean production, cool arrangement. I think it wouldve been cool if some of the intro elements (flute/hand percussion) made an appearance later on, but thats purely stylistic. Great guitar work.

- Dr. Rod on November 11, 2007

Would have been better if it had just ended instead of fading out. That's the only bad thing I can say about it.

- Fritz the Cat on November 10, 2007

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