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#32: Quiet's Theme
From: Metal Gear Solid V - The Phantom Pain
Nominated by: Great Paul (1 song remaining)


First off, let me commend Stefanie Joosten for the performance she puts here. Her singing is beautiful and makes Metal Gear's music library as a whole better than it already was with her contributions. Outside of that, we get some nice piano and relaxing violins that help make an excellent tune, but it'll forever be Joosten's vocals that stand out more than anything else here.
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Mexico
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I guess Jinder decided that since Bray couldn't win the belt on Sunday, he'd just take it for himself because why the fuck not?

Also a slight loophole in Rusev's promo; he never said what title he'd be demanding to wrestle for. Now watch us get Rusev vs. Styles (or Owens) for the US title at MITB. It'd still be better than how he was booked on Raw, but still >_>
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#33: Bloody Tears
From: Castlevania - Symphony of the Night
Nominated by: Death Chicken (No songs remaining)


A solid combination of piano and guitar from beginning to end. "Bloody Tears" has been a great tune throughout the series, but possibly hits its peak here capped off with some epic guitar work at 1:40. Well worth listening to as Alucard busts into Dracula's Castle ready to kill.
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#34: EXEC_DESPEDIA
From: Ar Tonelico II - Melody of Metafalica
Nominated by: MycroProcessor (No songs remaining)


This song gave me a Death Note vibe when I first heard it, which is never a bad thing. These vocals wouldn't work as well in many other songs, but they blend in well with the dark, metal tone that emanates from this tune. Key highlights include the verse at 1:00 and the guitar work at 2:04
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So before I go on, after listening to the correct Eddv-nominated theme and the group ahead of it, the rankings are slightly adjusted...

#45: Punch Bowl Brawk (DKC: TP)
#44: EVIL OGRE (GITADORA)
#43: Yami (Okami)
#42: Terra's Theme (FF6)
#41: Main Menu (Major Space Laser)
#40: No Good Choice (This War of Mine)
#39: Main Menu (Bloodborne)
#38: Gate of Steiner (Steins;gate)
#37: Frequency 140.85 (MG2)
#36: Forever Rachel (FF6)
#35: Intersect Thunderbolt (exceed3rd)
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Thanks!

Back from Munich earlier than expected, list resumes tomorrow.
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I'll readjust the rankings when I get a chance to starting Wednesday to determine that song's true ranking. Again, this one's on me.

Unfortunately, this also means I won't be on here tomorrow, as I have important work-related stuff out of town. I might be able to bump this if I get a chance, but that's basically it for me until Wednesday. Otherwise, just keep this from the jaws of the purge monster
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Hnnnng, you got four of my top 5 (DC/RKO/Stunner, Superkick, Shooting Star Press, and Sharpshooter). Just missing some Walls of Jericho

Voted the top choice. The Stunner was an instant crowd pop machine when Austin used it. That combined with DDP and Orton's ability to counter moves into their finisher helps it beat out the Sweet Chin Music
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Also just read in a recent article from a radio interview with Cody Rhodes what WWE had in mind for him if he never left. One plan was for Stardust to be drafted to Raw and Cody Rhodes to be drafted to SmackDown, thus making him "appear" on both shows. Cody said he was down for the idea, as were several others. However, only one person was against it, and that person's answer had precedence over everyone else.
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Jakyl25 posted...

Looking like the top matches at Slammiversary will be

Lashley (c) vs El Patron (c) to unify the titles
Storm vs EC3 in a bullrope/strap match
Richards vs Edwards in some sort of No DQ scenario
Moose (c) vs Chris Adonis for the Grand Championship
(Adonis is Chris Masters)


Not quite sold on that last one <_<

Also just announced on the recent tapings is Scott Steiner and Josh Matthews vs. Joseph Park and Jeremy Borash

lolz
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Neverwhere ranked 71 spots too low >_>

Good list overall tho
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Eddv posted...

I really wish youd used the version i linked instead of this one. I actually did mean the version from meruru - the guitar was reworked a bit.

Oh shit, my bad. I thought I had the right one, and that falls on me and me alone. Which one did you link?
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#34: Intersect Thunderbolt
From: eXceed3rd-JADE PENETRATE-BLACK PACKAGE
Nominated by: LOLIAmAnAlt (No songs remaining)


The opening 10 seconds told me everything I needed to know. A fucking awesome drumline that reminded me of the opening to "Painkiller" followed by some lightning fast keyboarding and heavy guitar. It's no surprise that a song as fast paced as this comes from a arcade shoot-em-up, and it's something that would easily get anyone motivated to take on such a game, no matter how challenging it may be.
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#35: Forever Rachel
From: Final Fantasy VI
Nominated by: Lockes Ragnarok (No songs remaining)


This one leaves many feeling a little sad, myself included. This slowly well done theme describes the pain and struggle that Locke puts himself through in his quest to revive Rachel, his girlfriend. It has some very nice guitar/bass (16-bit versions of them at least) and the part starting at 57 seconds and lasting until the theme repeats itself is IMO the top moment of the tune.
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#36: Frequency 140.85
From: Metal Gear 2 - Solid Snake
Nominated by: Vlado (No songs remaining)


The Metal Gear series as a whole has had nearly incredible tunes from start to finish. Want proof? This is the lowest ranked song out of the six nominated from the Metal Gear series and it's only #36.

Taken from the rarely played Metal Gear 2: Solid Snake, Frequency plays when you're making your way to the Zanzibar building. The main medley that plays throughout the opening minute is catchy and fits the tactical espionage atmosphere the game provides. My personal favorite part is the moment starting at 1:10 and lasts roughly 17 seconds, which includes some nice and quick buildup with some of the sounds.
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#37: Gate of Steiner
From: Steins;gate
Nominated by: SceptileSolar (No songs remaining)


I immediately love the opening 27 seconds with the piano leading the way; it's a solid opening that helps set the stage for this game. What follows is a nice and almost-soothing medley that turns out to be pretty good. The other great part of this tune is at 2 minutes, when the pace picks up a little and drums get added to the mix.

I'm usually not one for playing visual novel games, but I can't deny the near top notch quality of their soundtracks.
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#38: Main Menu Theme
From: Bloodborne
Nominated by: Murphiroth (2 songs remaining)


When you listen to this theme, it's like you're walking through the corridors of Hell. Which is only appropriate, because you're also about to play Bloodborne, one of the equivalents of Hell according to From Software >_>

The song is nearly 4 minutes of a dark, hollow tone that you'd be used to hearing in a dark castle, mixed with a solo female's choir-like vocals and violins, all combined for an experience that is damn near haunting.
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#39: No Good Choice
From: This War of Mine
Nominated by: DeathChicken (1 song remaining)


Some could say that this theme doesn't have much substance to it, but the composing work done by Piotr Musia&#322; does so much with so little. The dark, slow sound mixed with the appropriately-timed percussion fits perfectly for a game as mentally and emotionally stressful as this. Pivotal point comes at 1:00 when a guitar briefly comes in for about 20-30 seconds.
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#40: Main Menu Theme
From: Major Space Laser
Nominated by: Jesse Custer (2 songs remaining)


This has a pretty bumping bass-like tone throughout the song, and it sounds like an awesome spy theme (or a stripper theme, whichever one comes to your mind first). Pretty good tune to hear as soon as you turn on the game.
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Like Suicide
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KCF0107 posted...

Keenan Thompson must be approaching longest-tenured cast member ever right? Isn't the current record holder Darrell Hammond?

Yeah, Hammond and Thompson both have been on SNL for 14 seasons now. Kenan passed Hammond for most impersonations (122 to Hammond's 107 as of recently). On top of that, Kenan also became the first SNL cast member to be born after SNL's first episode in 1975.

Hammond still has the record for most episodes appeared on SNL, with 280 (272 as a cast member and 8 cameos), though I'm certain Kenan will probably pass that in a few years also.
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#41: Terra's Theme
From: Final Fantasy VI
Nominated by: Anagram (3 songs remaining)


The flute that comes in at 6 seconds is what truly defines this overworld theme and helps make FF6 much more enjoyable than it already is. While I admit to not playing FF6 in quite awhile (finished it about 8 years ago), this theme stands out more than nearly any other in the game and might be my favorite from said game. When compared to other FF overworld themes, it stands tall with the ones for 7 and 9.

Also at times I find myself whistling this theme
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#42: Yami
From: Okami
Nominated by: pyresword (1 song remaining)


As my personal pick for 2006 Game of the Year, Okami was filled with excellent moments and features, with its soundtrack being one of them. In Amaterasu's final battle with Yami, the Ruler of Darkness, we get treated with this theme that fits the game's historical Japanese background very well. The percussion and string work in this song is damn near impeccable and when the flutes get added to this, it's borderline haunting at times.

I stand firmly by my belief that Okami may very well be the last nearly-perfect title released by Capcom, and it's now been 11 years since.
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#43: EVIL OGRE
From: GITADORA Tri-Boost
Nominated by: JONALEON (No songs remaining)


GITADORA sounds like an epic rhythm game if this song tells us anything. EVIL OGRE is a fast paced metal tune with some guitar that doesn't slow down at all. My personal favorite part is the few licks that start around 1:45 and ends at 2:00, but it's hard to pinpoint just one good part of what is potentially a nearly four minute long guitar solo. If there's any setbacks, it's probably just the abrupt ending that suddenly halts the song. Otherwise, this one's pretty badass
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#44: Punch Bowl Brawl
From: Donkey Kong Country - Tropical Freeze
Nominated by: RySenkari (No songs remaining)


Not gonna lie, the opening riff reminds me of a slightly harder version of "Black Betty". Then starting at 35 seconds we get some awesome guitar that lasts throughout most of the song. It's no surprise that some of a game's best tunes are in boss battles and this definitely feels like no exception to the rule.

Now I just need to play Tropical Freeze, which is easier said than done with no Wii U =\
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XX: Lost Painting
From: Castlevania - Symphony of the Night
Curiously suggested by: LOLIAmAnAlt (Still 1 song remaining)


The latest of songs not officially nominated comes from arguably the best Castlevania game ever created. "Lost Painting" is a beautifully crafted tune that fits Symphony of the Night near perfectly; like it's something I could definitely find myself listening to while I actually explored Dracula's castle (but not when I'm fighting demons obviously). The medley between 0:57 and 1:38 stands out the most. All in all, it's a relaxing tune that may sound different from the fast-paced vampire slaying music we're used to in Castlevania, but still has plenty of heart.
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Peace of Mind
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Metallica
Tool
Alice in Chains
Dream Theater
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Bhaas1107 posted...

I don't know. They were still in WCW in like the late 90s, weren't they.

Knobbs was at least, mainly because I recall him making the hardcore division worse than it already was in WCW.
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#45: Nefertiti
From: Mana Khemia - Alchemists of Al Revis
Nominated by: Eddv (1 song remaining)


Some rock solid battle music here. After the nice intro, we get some badass guitar that lasts nearly the whole song, and the chimes are a nice extra effect as well. NIS might be a one trick pony in the JRPG library, but their songs usually deliver; this is not an exception to the rule.
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#46: Crypteque
From: Crypt of the Necrodancer
Nominated by: Simoun (No songs remaining)


This track is without a doubt some awesome rave material. While listening to it, I got the vibes of The Prodigy, The Crystal Method, Skrillex, and even a little Rihanna all rolled into one. At 50 seconds is my favorite part when it speeds up just a little bit for a few extra bells and whistles. Hearing this tune helps me see one of several reasons why this game was so highly praised by nearly everyone who even touched it.
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#47: The Road of Trials
From: Journey
Nominated by: Johnbobb (No songs remaining)


The moment you hit the play button, you're almost blown away by some badass violins. Add some good woodwinds and well-placed percussion and you have one of many reasons why Journey was so highly acclaimed (and I'll try it out someday. Someday.). The opening minute stands out above everything else in this great song.
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#48: Colony 9
From: Xenoblade Chronicles
Nominated by: Pyresword (2 songs remaining)


Words can't express how much I've loved Xenoblade Chronicles. It stands strong as one of the best games in the 2010s and there's plenty of reasons why; for example, if it's not the gameplay and story that keeps people pulled in, it's the A+ quality soundtrack composed by ACE+ and crew.

Colony 9's main theme is held together by some really good acoustic guitar and violins, and when they join up early in the song, you get something that's well worth exploring to. Xenoblade has a soundtrack I'd recommend to anyone; in fact, both day and night versions of Gaur Plains probably would have been top 20 on this list.
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#49: The Dark Messenger
From: Final Fantasy IX
Nominated by: StifledSilence (No songs remaining)


Trance Kuja's battle theme sets the stage for an epic showdown. The organ is used excellently in the first minute before the song slows down slightly and allows the bass and violins to take over for a moment. My personal favorite part is when the piano comes in at around 2:20.
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#50: Spring (The Valley Comes Alive)
From: Stardew Valley
Nominated by: ZaziGuado (1 song remaining)


It wasn't until very recently that I tried out (and absolutely fell in love with) Stardew Valley. And as amazing as the gameplay itself is, the soundtrack nearly matches it in quality.

As one of the tunes that plays when you wake up on various Spring days, The Valley Comes Alive is a great song to begin your farming quest with (considering you begin the game in Spring, I mean). In this tune, my favorite part begins at 48 seconds.

Stardew Valley has several songs that would have ranked very well on this list, with the best one being one of their Fall tunes.
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Yay! New review!

https://www.gamefaqs.com/3ds/195495-poochy-and-yoshis-woolly-world/reviews/164163
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Metallica - Ride the Lightning
Megadeth - Rust in Peace
Dream Theater - Images and Words
Judas Priest - Screaming for Vengeance
Tool - Lateralus
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#51: Genesis Beyond the Beginning
From: Ys Origin
Nominated by: NBIceman (3 songs remaining)


A nearly-excellent combination of electric guitars and violins that keeps you rockin' from beginning to end. The main medley that is played on violin is nearly the best part of this tune, second only to the badass guitar solo after the 2 minute mark.
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#52: Secret of the Forest
From: Chrono Trigger
Nominated by: RySenkari (1 song remaining)


As I've said in the past, one of my greatest gaming sins is never finishing Chrono Trigger, and I hope to change that someday.

The medley that begins as soon as you hit play is the true heart of the song, but we also get some nice piano at 50 seconds in. The song takes a slightly different turn at about 1:10 and still manages to keep you pulled in. Truly one of Chrono Trigger's best songs.
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#53: Distorted Reality
From: Shining Wisdom
Nominated by: MycroProcessor (1 song remaining)


And from an action RPG that I've never heard of (until this topic) comes a fast paced tune. This could easily be a boss fight theme from your average turn-based JRPG, and in typical Mycro fashion, it contains an eccentric assortment of bells and whistles to make this one great. The keyboard solo starting at 2:45 is pretty sharp, and we get some Boston-like organs throughout the tune as well. The opening 40 seconds are also very nice.
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If she said no, then the answer obviously is no. The thing is, she's not going to say no. She would never say no, because of the implication, thus saith the Lord
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Purple Rain
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You also gotta take into consideration that when Jinder lost the ARMBAR and the singles match to Mojo, he didn't have the Bollywood Boys interfere in his favor. Now he has his ace in the hole!

I know Jinder probably won't win the WWE title, and that's okay. I am for something fresh though, and this is certainly that.
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IX >= VII > VIII
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Dammit. Had a lot on my plate today. More songs throughout the weekend
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#54: Godsibb
From: Xenosaga Episode III - Also Sprach Zarathustra
Nominated by: xp1337 (1 song remaining)


I love the opening minute of the tune; from its piano to the angelic singing, it certainly delivers. On top of that, we get a nice violin-like solo at 1:30. Possibly one of the strongest (if not the absolute strongest) tunes in the Xenosaga trilogy (which badly needs a re-release on the current gen consoles. I'd pay for it).
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#55: Main Menu Theme
From: Contagion
Nominated by: Robazoid (1 song remaining)


The guitar throughout this song sounds like something I'd enjoy strumming on my down time and that's always a plus. The theme helps set the stage for a dark game like Contagion, and gets some good violin and percussion almost a minute into the it. Pretty fitting song for the zombie apocalypse
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