WPCL-12043~6: Tales of Zestiria Original Soundtrack

[leatherhead333]

Even though Motoi is the head composer I'm still hoping for a healthy dose of Go Shiina in this OST.

One of the people who I'd love to see more active these days.

[LiquidAcid]

Same here. I wouldn't even mind if Shiina took over entirely -- this guy needs more projects of this size.

[Guitarist500]

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[Mac_Tear]

I hope so, too, but honestly, I doubt it... Luckily, it's easy to figure out who composed what, as each has their own style (the same with Sakuraba and Tamura)!

[Datschge]

Originally Posted by Guitarist500

I just hope there will be detailed composer breakdown unlike most Tales albums

The samples so far don't sound at all like Shiina is trying to adapt to the Tales sound so it should be easy to tell them apart. But one shouldn't expect Shiina to do many of the 109 tracks...

[Datschge]

Official interview video with Sakuraba: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R23f0Vughk4
Would expect one with Shiina to come as well.

Watching the end of the video it seems the cover uploaded for this regular print is actually the one for the LE?

[Dag]

Cover is first press yeah.

My poor attemp of a summary, don't spread:
- game is a return to the roots, OST too
- no particular difficulties making it
- fav tracks: battle/boss tracks (rock-ish)
- melody making: generally, steadly adding phrases
- game music: asked for slow, fast, bright music > makes based on his mental image
- took 14 months
- for him, game music isn't different than other music
- for him, "Tales" is part of his own history
- please enjoy etc

[Guitarist500]

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[Datschge]

The expected official video interview with Shiina: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrrIJbtLCAE
He worked on 14 tracks (according to the description), among them plenty vocals. To my personal dissatisfaction this includes several areas where I greatly prefer instrumentals. =/

The music of the game is good btw, there are more and more tracks to find on youtube. Here's a good playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...JgW-Ud6XJlzfE8

[Guitarist500]

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[Phonograph]

I like tales of phantasia, narikiri dungeon x, eternia
good like those?

[Mac_Tear]

Shiina's Tales of Legendia is definitely one of the best in the series. A pity, he only composed 14 tracks, but those stick out from the rest, I guess. From what I've heard, there's not really much which thrilled me, even the battle and boss themes from Sakuraba-san sound all the same from the layout and style. Well I only listened to a couple of tracks, maybe the presentation on CD or within the gameplay is better.

[Guitarist500]

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[Datschge]

After 20 years Sakuraba will be having his first Tales related live performance as part of this year's Tales of Festival on June 6th at the Yokohama Arena. No mention if it's a band or solo performance. Hope this one gets a DVD release like many festivals did. http://tof.tales-ch.jp/cast/

[Datschge]

Said live performance was today, twitter reactions seem to be mostly positive. Sakuraba appears to have played with a band, though only bassist Atsushi Hasegawa was name dropped (there was also drums and probably e-guitar).

Hope a video recording of it makes it onto the event's Tales of Festival BD.

Edit: Band pic from https://twitter.com/dadahook/status/607157627596840960

Maybe someone recognizes the two guys on the left?

Edit2: Ok, looks like the one with the hat is Shinichiro Fukuda (guitar), and the left most Yoshinori Imai (drums). Which makes it the same band setup as with Phantasy Star Nova actually.

Edit3: Actual playlist according to Nore: http://taletalesource.blog69.fc2.com...3323.html#more

1. Zestiria medley: Legend of the Shepherd, Sorey's Theme ~Purity~, Mountain Ruins Brimming with Ageless Charm, Seize Your Sword and Uphold Your Will, An Exciting First Journey, The God Clad in Chaos and Calamity
2. Battle medley: Threatening Sky (ToP), The Arrow Was Shot (TotA), Daring Sword (ToX), Clenching the Fists (ToX)
3. Quiet medley: Tales of Symphonia (ToS), Dance of the Unified Water (ToG), The Cold Morning Star Passes By (ToV)
4. Eternal Mind (ToE)
5. Proof of Choice (ToX2)
6. Lion - Irony of Fate (ToD)
7. Take Up the Cross (ToP)

Edit4: Gamer with a couple photos from the event: http://www.gamer.ne.jp/news/201506070004/

[Guitarist500]

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[Datschge]

The Shiina tracks all seem reworked from their actual use in the game in some way, shortened, combined, different or additional sounds etc. I'm told that's typical for Shiina's soundtracks.

[ChunkyLover130]

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[Datschge]

Warner Music Japan keeps being involved with Tales music, this time they are sponsoring a Tales of Orchestra performance for the 20th anniversary. Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra is playing at Tokyo International Forum A on December 9th. http://www.talesoforchestra.com/

[Hermandshot]

Yeah, you're absolutely right. I kept skipping through the CDs to make sure I wasn't just imagining things, but the song isn't included in the OST. It's one of the best songs on the game and they didn't bother to put it in the soundtrack that's filled with songs that don't even last a minute, kinda stupid.

Anyway, here's the song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ryo_Os-sanw

[Dag]

From this interview, I think that was Shiina's decision, he always leaves out tracks and alters them a bit.

[Datschge]

Re Tales of Orchestra the first couple pieces to be played were revealed. It seems not only BGM (Sorey's Theme ~Purity~/ToZ, boss battle medley containing Decisive/ToP, Lion-Irony of fate/ToD, Coup de Grace/ToD2, Scutum - decisive battle/ToR and For the sake of mutual proof/ToX2) but also J-Pop songs (The Dream Will Not Die/ToP, progress/ToX, A Firefly's Light/ToL) will be arranged.

[Datschge]

Tales of Orchestra took place. Famitsu has an article including photos and the full playlist: http://www.famitsu.com/news/201512/10094975.html

[Dag]

I tweaked the tracklist a bit with US terms and stuff.

[Phonograph]

Originally Posted by Dag

I tweaked the tracklist a bit with US terms and stuff.

I wonder if it was really worth to tweak it when jasrac has engrish for all tracks

101 Lore of the Shepherd
102 Footsteps of the Disaster
103 Unchanging Everyday
104 Mountain Ruins Overflowing with Passion for History
105 Uphold Your Will with a Sword in Hand
106 Sparkling Victory in Your Hands
107 The Peaceful Hometown
108 Sorey's Theme ~Purity~
109 Setting Off
110 The Exciting First Journey
111 The Sparrowfeathers
112 The Capital with a Beautiful Lake and the Holy Sword
113 The Hellion's Assault
114 Festival That Creates Hope
115 The Feelings of the Princess and Her People
116 Ceremony of the Purifying Flame's Light
117 Devised Riot
118 Flames of the Unclean
119 Sorey's Dream
120 The Holy Sword is Drawn
121 The Hope Revives with Holy Sword
122 Cheer Yourself Up
123 The Unclean
124 The Story That is Passed Down
125 Ancient Architecture From Where You Can Feel the Remnants of History
126 The Swirling Intentions
127 The Wise One -TOZ ver.-
128 Journeys of the Previous Shepherds
129 Sacred Mountain Where the Dragon's Roar
130 Mystery Known by the Seraphim
131 Bottom of the Large Tree That Hosts the Epidemic
132 Mysterious Existence That Heals the Mind
133 People Who Understand the Benefits of the Large Tree
134 The Creeping Shadow
135 Invition of the Mural *written as such (should be invitation)

201 Sorey's Theme ~The Shepherd~
202 Crash
203 Endless Battle
204 The Sad Power That Overwhelms People
205 The Lord of Calamity
206 The Lost Spiritual Power
207 The Shepherd is Rescued
208 Deep Forest That Covers the Sky
209 Civilization That Didn't Enjoy Prosperity
210 Combine Your Fists and Proceed Your Path
211 Eternally Shining Light of Victory
212 The Soul of Craftsmen Overflowing with Energy
213 The Way of Predecessors Colors Curiosity
214 Enlightening Within Yourself
215 The Moment of End Arrives Suddenly
216 Long Rain That Threatens People's Hearts
217 Unforgettable Feelings
218 Within the Holy Tranquility
219 Modest Living
220 Sanctuary Where Gods Gather
221 The Overwatching Seraphim
222 Majestic Metropolis with an Ancient Appearance
223 Confusion Caused by the Calamity
224 Overcome the Hesitation
225 The One Protected by the Wind
226 Fate of the Shepherd
227 Essence of an Adventure is Exploration
228 People Fascinated by Ancient's Traces
229 Despair and Awakening
230 The Eternal Era
231 Truth of the Beginning
232 The Guide
233 Spread Your Wings and Open Your Future

301 Alisha's Theme
302 Overcome this Crisis
303 Zaveid the Exile
304 Aim for the Top of the Crucible
305 Flaming Bonds are Being Tested
306 Competing with the Honor of the Land
307 Melody of Water is the Guide in Spiritual Mist
308 Fight Between the Wind and the Blinking Sky
309 New Power Awakens
310 Existence to be Feared
311 Rising Up
312 Determination of the Two
313 Journey's End
314 The Way of Katz

401 The War Starts Once Again
402 Unclean That Erodes the Seraphim
403 Formless Symbol of the Disaster
404 The Final Doubts
405 The Moment When Disaster Turns Into Hope
406 Crumbling Peace
407 Blooming Flowers of Confusion
408 Throne of the God That Causes Everything
409 Take Up Your Bow and Shoot Out the Truth
410 Beyond the Ultimate
411 Remaining Hesitation, Sought Resolution
412 I Won't Forget This Pain
413 Parental Love
414 Chaotic Calamity That's One with a God
415 Chaotic Calamity That's One with a God -Awakening- *not in jasrac
416 Bet Everything on the Lion's Roar
417 Results of a Decision
418 The Land is Freed
419 Memories Coloring the Journey
420 Passing Down the Gathered Feelings
421 The Eternal Dream
422 Unforgettable Existence
423 Aerial Labyrinth Wavering in the Hollowness
424 Finale Where Melodies and Flashing Fists Intersect
425 Immortal Dragon That's Connected to the Roots of Earth
426 Unrest Footsteps with No End
427 *not in jasrac