Commissioned by user @Falkalore. The parameters of the project were thus: 
1) a piece that takes its inspiration from the soundtrack of Shining Force: The Legacy of Great Intention, particularly incorporating the motifs of the main theme by Masahiko Yoshimura
2) a piece that utilized the soundchips found in the Sega Genesis/MegaDrive, keeping true to the original works' limitations
3) a piece that, more than a mere "remix" takes inspiration but also goes beyond in telling its own story

Following these stipulations, this work tells a story in four parts:

Act 1: Gathering Storm ~ The March of Darkness
Act 2: The Arrival of the Shining Force, and the Raucous Joining of Battle, A Brief Reflection at What is At Stake
Act 3: The Enemy Regroups: A Desperate Counterattack
Act 4: The Shining Force Holds Firm, a Decisive Victory, Hope for the Future

The piece imagines a a scenario in which Max and his Company are called forth again to save the land of Rune (and the world) from the forces of darkness, who have risen again. A battle ensues, signalling the beginning of another epic tale of the Shining Force!

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Above all, this piece of music has as its origin the dedication and confidence of Falkalore, who reached out to me to commission me to write a piece in the style of Shining Force. Being a fan of the games and eager to write a more orchestral-sounding piece, I eagerly agreed. He can take the most credit for getting my mind to push forward what I could personally do with FM instrumentation and arrangement. 

Secondly, this commission stands at a milestone for my profile, surpassing 25,000 plays from my tracks. Over the course of seven (!!!) years, it's been incredible to see my audience grow into the thousands from anonymous listeners, friends, dedicated followers, and more. The reason I write music is because of your support, vocalized or otherwise. I am truly thankful for all the feedback, compliments, and critiques I have received over the years, and am always striving to improve for both your and my sake, whether with FM synth chiptunes or with more conventional music. 

So please listen, share, comment, like, etc. But most importantly I hope you enjoy the track! 

Best and with Warm Regards to all my Fans, Friends, and Followers,

-EC2151

[Commission] Shining Force Suite ~ The Return Of The Shining Force [YM2612+SN76489]

Curse is a clunky obscure shmup, but it has its place in my heart. I really dug the music for Level 3, so I decided to redo it on its own soundchip in hopes that it'll sound better than the original.

Originally composed by "Shaka" (that's all I could find)

Curse - Level 3 (Redux in YM2612+PSG)

Hallucinogenic Toreador

Peener

Nom De Plume

Soundcloud Archive

Crystal Temple

Summer Tea

REVISION: https://soundcloud.com/the-hardcore-casual/passport-mid-vrc6-cover-2023

My first time using the VRC6 chip!

I've been trying to cover this song since I first started making NES music but could never get it right with just the 2a03 channels, since I was too stubborn to learn any other chip.
A few days ago I tried the VRC6, and it's a lot simpler than I thought. I might keep up using this chip, or even continue experimenting with others.

I used the sawtooth channel to complement the underpowered triangle bass, and the two extra pulse channels as an extension of the two 2a03 ones.

Channel management was still a challenge, especially starting around 0:53. I had to stretch so many instruments onto just the two extra pulses, since the original two were used up on the main flute and the light jazz guitar.

Alright the essay's over. Don't be afraid to tell me what you think!

Passport Designs - Passport.mid [VRC6 Cover]

Sanded Floors

Spit Out Canal

i haven't done anything without the expansion chips so i'm trying to git gud

Phantasy Star 2 - Rise or Fall (2A03)

Something scary:
@lamone-953150012
@hamtwolamtwo
@hamthreelamthree

If you want to use any placeholder tracks please message me.

Sanded Floors

HamfourLamfour

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