At the risk of inciting the rage of all Twilight Princess fans, I think its soundtrack is pretty average for a Zelda game. I don’t remember any dungeon themes, and the Gerudo fanatic inside me cried at the lack of a decent Gerudo theme or at least a catchy recreation (like the “Pirate Fortress” theme…
Say what you will about Zelda II, but the “Palace Theme” is awesome. It’s one of the standout tracks in not just Zelda II, but you could argue the series as a whole. It captures the exploration of one of the labyrinthine and intimidating palaces while also being a catchy tune to just listen to…
The “Dungeon Theme” in the original Legend of Zelda was extraordinary for what it was: a song to evoke a feeling of dread and danger in contrast to the exhilarating adventure of the main theme. With such limited instrumentation, it could do little beyond warning the player of the perils they were about to face.…
There are certain things you shouldn’t do in the dark. Playing horror games, reading scary stories, and even listening to certain songs. This is one of those songs that I shouldn’t have listened to in a pitch-black room — but it is certainly one that needs to be listened to. The Marcus Hedges Trend Orchestra…
When Mikau left his legacy to Link, little did he know he’d be helping to keep the spirit of his band alive and helping to save the whole of Termina. Lending Link his slick guitar riffs would not only grant our hero access to the Great Bay Temple, but it would also prepare him to…
The Dekus in Majora’s Mask have always been amusing little forest creatures to me, always aware of their surroundings and have a strong sense of community. Theophany made sure to keep these elements in mind while telling the Deku’s story at the same time. They combined a lively melody, two missing people, and a drop…
Majora’s Mask is a game full of darkness and danger. Depending on the player’s age, they should understand this when they start playing, especially with the very telling music. With this special re-orchestration of the game’s first few minutes, there should be no mistaking that the path the hero walks is not only legendary but…
The eye of a storm elicits a peculiar dichotomy of emotions. In the face of foreboding doom, the eerie stillness is equally welcomed and dreaded. As the eyes gaze upon the horizon to the challenges that lie ahead, the mind slowly begins to comprehend the temporal nature of this tranquil pause. We are trapped, surrounded…
What’s better than saving a cluster of innocent Zora eggs from the evil clutches of pirates and giant sea snakes alike? Learning a catchy tune that can summon an ancient turtle for all your efforts, of course. Deriving from a popular sub-genre of alternative rock, new wave is the official little cousin of punk that…
Majora’s Mask was clearly a much darker game than Ocarina of Time, but due to time restraints, a lot of material was recycled from the previous game, including its music. While I personally love Ocarina of Time’s soundtrack and view it in only the highest regards, some of the songs I felt were out of touch with Majora’s eerier locations or scenarios. One, in particular, is the “Lost Woods.”
Despite being one of the most progressive video game series in history, The Legend of Zelda has suffered similar impediments to other popular franchises, namely the technological limitations of a console’s hardware. While these creative handcuffs most notably manifest themselves in the form of graphical compromises, an overlooked facet of game development is the music.…
I wasn’t expecting to see a new Zelda-themed remix by GlitchxCity in my subscription box on February 26, especially a remix of “Ballad of the Wind Fish,” but after I clicked on the thumbnail and listened to the track for about five seconds, I knew it would be the next song I covered in Medli’s…
Here on Medli’s Melodies, all sorts of Zelda covers and remixes are featured: Lo-fi beats, jazz renditions, full orchestrations, and so much more. But it’s a rare treat to find a remix that draws all its elements directly from the sounds of the game. That is what liltommyj has done with his “Open Your Eyes”…
When I first entered the Forest Temple many years ago, I was met with an incredible piece of music, and I was pulled in even closer to Link’s adventure to save Hyrule. This pulsating, atmospheric, and encapsulating song highlights the power and value that a solid soundtrack can add to a game. While I adore…
Despite being a princess, we don’t often see Princess Zelda doing things we traditionally associate with that station (unless you count getting kidnapped by a demonic, pig beast). Perhaps it’s my love of old Disney films, but I’d like to see how Zelda and Link would respond to the equally nerve-wracking situation of a royal…
