Argh! I had had this written up but didn’t actually publish it because I was waiting for the thing to actually get released through one channel or another – it seems the awesome new chip label II got it out, and not a moment too soon.
I don’t often (uh, actually never) post about other people’s work here, but this is too good to pass by – Joshua Morse, who many of you know from his awesome game music arrangements, has released an EP of 5 tracks done entirely using FM synthesis. It was recorded on various ancient hardware devices and software recreations thereof, capturing the sound of 80s genesis/arcade soundtracks in the styles of funk, jazz, soul, and the like. The range of timbres and colors in jm’s work is amazing, and he has a great sense of harmony. These tracks are pure groove, and the best use of FM I’ve heard in a long time. Go listen right away.
While you’re at it, browse around at iimusic – they have some AWESOME people on board, including the inimitable, maniacal Norrin Radd.
Thanks for the plug Jake! Always appreciated :)
Me like. Alligators and Streets are my favs. Some have described your remixes as “mechanical,” but I would describe these as organic, particulary for the medium used.
Hey, I know you don’t usually post links like that, but thanks! Good stuff is good stuff, and in the absence of newly-released Jake stuff I’m totally happy to get links to other awesome stuff.
Some great stuff. But i still have not found any better FM-song than your Kwak one…pornish? yes, but damn fine!!!
I sit here drunk, with Scurge Hive paused on level 3 looping the music. Because you kick so much ass virt. Though part of me wonders if you’re not just a step above mediocre and I don’t just like your music because of some flaw in myself.
Either way, I still love your music. And I will check out this Joshua Morse fella sometime.