EQ Music: Reimagined

[Grimluck]

EQ Music: Reimagined is a project that focuses on giving the classic Everquest soundtrack a modern makeover. One of my main hobbies is music production. I use certain tools to “reimagine” the original classic music with updated instrumentation, attempt to retain the “classic feel” of the music while giving it freshness, like when we all first heard the great sounds of Norrath.

My main goal with this project is to “reimagine” all of the classic themes, and implement those themes in-game. To do this, I have to modify certain files in the Titanium client (similar to what P99 did to implement this classic server, so it's legal). So, I suppose this project would constitute as a mod.

What is the current status of the project?

25 of 65 themes are complete.
Rivervale and Greater Faydark music have been successfully implemented in-game.
At this point, character select music, vendor, and trainer music cannot be implemented in-game unless I have some help (see below)

As of now, there isn’t a rough timeline, yet. I’ve recently gone to college, so that is eating up much of my time. I don’t even really have time to play anymore. However, I hope to finish this project by next year. For now, you can listen to (some) of the themes I have completed on the Soundcloud page (https://soundcloud.com/everquest-music-reimagined). I also have uploaded some of the completed themes as a pack for downloading here (http://www.mediafire.com/download/llk9g8xd3u646w5/Everquest+Music+Reimagined+-+updated+7-5-15.rar).

One last thing: if anyone is experienced in software development, I could use your help with figuring out specifics of certain parts of the code. I need help with modifying the code for correct playback of the character select, vendor, and trainer themes. If you aren’t experienced with coding, but want to contribute, I could also use help with testing. Once I complete a theme, I have to enter the client files and modify values to make the themes work in its intended trigger area. If I had people to help test out implementation of the themes, this project would see the light of day MUCH faster. If you're interested in either, send me a private message.

I hope you enjoy the music!

[EQJubilee]

I just want the EQ theme.

[Grimluck]

The theme is the obvious next choice. I'll start working on that one and see what I can come up with.

[burdenday]

Kerra's Isle and Rivervale theme! Great work on Kelethin.

[Breeziyo]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FWRjfjgTk0g This is my absolute favorite soundtrack from EverQuest.

[kingbuzzo]

Kerra's Isle and Rivervale theme! Great work on Kelethin.

The Kerra Isle music is so good

[paulgiamatti]

A+

I've always played with music turned off, but if you reworked all of it I'd just queue it up in a player like Winamp while I'm playing. Also, I'm sure there'd be a way to reimplement the reworked sound files into the game files.

Immersion levels: off the charts.

[slappytwotoes]

Wow fantastic! I'd love to see this take off and get added officially

[iruinedyourday]

Check out my sig.. not me.

Ps gonna turn the music up so loud on Re99 2 years from now.

[Swish]

Hey guys. Been playing EQ since 1999, and have always, always loved its music. If anything can bring back the nostalgia, it would be the music. I'm sure some of you feel the same way. One of my main hobbies is music production and post-production. While the original MIDI music had its charm, I figured it was time its soundtrack had a makeover. If this is popular, and is wanted by the community, I will create more themes, based on what is most wanted to be heard. Here's a quick demo I whipped together to show you what I can do. I will probably go back and remix this so it sounds a bit more natural, but enough with the talk, here's the music.

https://soundcloud.com/project-everquest-music

Nice :)

[Agecroft]

Wow this makes me want to go kill orcs! Dirty orcs's!

Brings me right back. Thanks man.

[Evia]

I'd love to see you do a combo of the boat theme mashed up with the flute music found in the Sayer house in Qeynos hills.

[Monty405]

Looking forward to hearing the original theme reworked!

[NizmerThafen]

Great stuff! Thanks for making this!

[Telin]

I like this! Could you also make it with a harp until the last part like the original?

[Grimluck]

I like this! Could you also make it with a harp until the last part like the original?

Sure. Like i said, it's just a demo, and it still needs to be reworked a bit, so I was trying to gauge the community's reaction to it. I've been meaning to rework the EQ themes for a while, but just never got around to it.

[Grimluck]

Just reworked the Kelethin theme. Telin! I finally found a good harp sound, so I replaced the main piano instrument with a beautiful harp. It's more in line with the original. Everyone have a quick listen and let me know what you think! I'll start to work on the original theme and character selection next.

[Telin]

This sounds excellent!

[Telin]

I'm wondering if you could provide a track that doesn't play the harp/piano so that I could play the piano in a video along with the background music?

[Zalmo]

Can you do the vendor music? Hands down the best.

[Grimluck]

I'm wondering if you could provide a track that doesn't play the harp/piano so that I could play the piano in a video along with the background music?

Sure dude. Shoot me your email. Just give me credit for arrangement, please. :)

Can you do the vendor music? Hands down the best.

Done.

Keep it coming guys!

[Grimluck]

Kaladim theme has been added. Still working on the main theme and character selection!

[DKhezu]

Thanks a lot for making these! I always listen to the old music, favorite being Character Select.

To add to this thread, for any who want to listen; something I made years ago when learning Famitracker.
GuildMaster-2a03+VRC7 (https://app.box.com/s/bmj4rl3mrllt4myt0xjioc8asnyc0skx)
Since it has never been listened by anyone, and I was somewhat proud of it, lol.

[Grimluck]

Thanks a lot for making these! I always listen to the old music, favorite being Character Select.

To add to this thread, for any who want to listen; something I made years ago when learning Famitracker.
GuildMaster-2a03+VRC7 (https://app.box.com/s/bmj4rl3mrllt4myt0xjioc8asnyc0skx)
Since it has never been listened by anyone, and I was somewhat proud of it, lol.

DUDE!!!! This is amazing. Thanks for sharing :)

[alcoma23]

Thanks a lot for making these! I always listen to the old music, favorite being Character Select.

To add to this thread, for any who want to listen; something I made years ago when learning Famitracker.
GuildMaster-2a03+VRC7 (https://app.box.com/s/bmj4rl3mrllt4myt0xjioc8asnyc0skx)
Since it has never been listened by anyone, and I was somewhat proud of it, lol.

Haha, it has an EQ on the NES sound to it. I love it

[polishanarchy]

These are great! Looking forward to more.

[Fauxhawk]

Can you do the vendor music? Hands down the best.

I agree. Merchant music is one of the best, right up there with Kerra Isle and Rivervale.

[Grimluck]

Merchant theme has been uploaded!

[Portasaurus]

AAAAWESOME!!! Yes!

[Telin]

Awesome. I love the sea theme, plane of sky, bard guild, and one of the neriak themes!

[Dillian]

best thread in a long time!!=)

[Evia]

I still +1 for boat song or the dancy flute jam in qeynos hills at the sayer house. I have these on my ipod but would love a revised version. These are really good!

[Grimluck]

Steamfont Mountains theme is up!

[Messie]

Grimluck, this is wonderful. Thank you for doing this!

[Grimluck]

Thanks guys! To reiterate, I'm currently working on the main original theme as well as the character selection theme. The main goal is to do most of them. I'll post a timeline of the themes that being planned for the future.

[polishanarchy]

*refreshes page*

Anyone know if we can actually use these to replace in game music?

[drktmplr12]

A+++++ WOULD BUY AGAIN

[Ezalor]

Thanks a lot for making these! I always listen to the old music, favorite being Character Select.

To add to this thread, for any who want to listen; something I made years ago when learning Famitracker.
GuildMaster-2a03+VRC7 (https://app.box.com/s/bmj4rl3mrllt4myt0xjioc8asnyc0skx)
Since it has never been listened by anyone, and I was somewhat proud of it, lol.

damn good stuff

[paulgiamatti]

*refreshes page*

Anyone know if we can actually use these to replace in game music?

It's certainly possible, but it appears to be a bit more difficult than I initially suspected. The main reason for this is that the EverQuest client doesn't actually play sound files when it plays music; it plays MIDI files, which are essentially event lists or instructions for virtual instruments. Basically, it just uses your sound card to reference these instructions and synthesize the audio, and the default instrument sounds that most sound cards end up using sound pretty cheesy. This is why if you have a really old, crappy sound card, EQ music will sound significantly cheesier than if you have a new, up-to-date sound card.

So it would require some actual alteration of the game's code in order to make it load and playback something other than MIDI, and honestly I'm not even sure where to begin doing that. There might be a way to modify the synthusr.dls file in your EQ directory to make it use the virtual instruments that Grimluck is using, but that's assuming all he's doing is replacing virtual instruments with other virtual instruments.

[Grimluck]

It's certainly possible, but it appears to be a bit more difficult than I initially suspected. The main reason for this is that the EverQuest client doesn't actually play sound files when it plays music; it plays MIDI files, which are essentially event lists or instructions for virtual instruments. Basically, it just uses your sound card to reference these instructions and synthesize the audio, and the default instrument sounds that most sound cards end up using sound pretty cheesy. This is why if you have a really old, crappy sound card, EQ music will sound significantly cheesier than if you have a new, up-to-date sound card.

So it would require some actual alteration of the game's code in order to make it load and playback something other than MIDI, and honestly I'm not even sure where to begin doing that. There might be a way to modify the synthusr.dls file in your EQ directory to make it use the virtual instruments that Grimluck is using, but that's assuming all he's doing is replacing virtual instruments with other virtual instruments.

I'm having to put in quite a lot of work to make them sound accurate, not to mention the mixing and mastering I have to do. Even if somehow we modified that file to make it use the instruments I use, it would take an incredible amount of CPU power to make it seamless. Not to mention all of the licenses that one would have to buy. Basically, it's not an option. However, I'm sure it's possible to modify the code to make it play an .mp3 file (which a quick scan through your EQ directory shows this is already possible). In that sense, it would be very likely. But, man, would it be awesome to be able to listen to these files while playing!

[Norathorr]

Please do the Sk/necro guild in neriak!

[Denath]

My favorites were definitely Neriak sk/necro guild and NK, always that long haul from Halas or qeynos, was my favorite part.

[Dillian]

*refreshes page*

Anyone know if we can actually use these to replace in game music? just rename them to the files used in game :)

[iruinedyourday]

My favorites were definitely Neriak sk/necro guild and NK, always that long haul from Halas or qeynos, was my favorite part.

The entire experience at the necro sk guid in nerriak is so awesome.. the colors, the ghouls, the music, the secrecy.. its all so good.

[Grimluck]

Update: I have the main theme 85% complete. It's sounding really good. :) I work in the morning, but I should have it posted tomorrow afternoon.

[Othniel626]

Adding Fish's Ale theme to the list of requests! That song could be used for a great pirate theme. Thanks for these, they are awesome!

[Grimluck]

Also, if anyone knows any kind of trivia or fun facts about the themes, by all means, share them! If there are any corrections to be made to the names of the themes or their locations, let me know as well.

[kozmik]

just rename them to the files used in game :)

That actually works.. ?

Is it permitted on Blue?

[Grimluck]

The Original Everquest theme has been posted! :)

[Kawhi]

A+++

These are really great!

[Telin]

The Original Everquest theme has been posted! :)

Fantastic job! The original theme has a far superior arrangement to the remake. I'm Glad you redid this one!

[paulgiamatti]

Check out this thread: https://www.project1999.com/forums/showthread.php?t=8893

[BigLe2e]

Wtb othmir beach music from cobalt scar!

[Jarlon]

wooo cool app!

[Jarlon]

playing it in the background right now!

[Grimluck]

Fantastic job! The original theme has a far superior arrangement to the remake. I'm Glad you redid this one!

Thanks bud!

[Grimluck]

Check out this thread: https://www.project1999.com/forums/showthread.php?t=8893

Am I looking for anything specific? Or just a fun read?

[Dillian]

wow this brings me back. how i long for the days when i very first started everquest

[Grimluck]

Okay. I have a collection of most, if not all of the old MID tracks that I can use to render high quality themes for all of EQ's music, but I need the help of a developer. If there is a way to write scripts or modify the code to playback the mp3's that I'm making of the themes in game, I will commit myself to this project of remaking all of the themes, but as of right now, I don't think it's possible to do with mp3 files. Would this be something that is wanted by the players? Devs: is this even possible to do in game? I know it's possible to play mp3's in game, but what about playing the correct themes at the correct points in a zone? Maybe modify the code to reference and playback certain mp3's at certain points in a zone instead of using the XML files for MIDI playback?

[Psykes]

these were jacked from another guy's website from 7 years ago, plagerism

[Grimluck]

these were jacked from another guy's website from 7 years ago, plagerism

Lol

[Grimluck]

Okay. I have a collection of most, if not all of the old MID tracks that I can use to render high quality themes for all of EQ's music, but I need the help of a developer. If there is a way to write scripts or modify the code to playback the mp3's that I'm making of the themes in game, I will commit myself to this project of remaking all of the themes, but as of right now, I don't think it's possible to do with mp3 files. Would this be something that is wanted by the players? Devs: is this even possible to do in game? I know it's possible to play mp3's in game, but what about playing the correct themes at the correct points in a zone? Maybe modify the code to reference and playback certain mp3's at certain points in a zone instead of using the XML files for MIDI playback?

[Grimluck]

Character Selection theme has been posted! Which one to do next....

[Nadasdy]

Neriak Necro/SK guild!

[polishanarchy]

Neriak Necro/SK guild!

[Chokan]

Soundcloud page not working for me.

[Dac321]

Yes on the Neriak theme, please.

[Grimjaw]

EverQuest: The Scars of Velious
Sound and Music
Sam Powell

ORIGINAL EVERQUEST CREDITS
Music
Jay Barbeau

Intro FMV Music
Title sequence composed and produced by Tim Labor
Conducted by Harvey Sollberger
Performed by the La Jolla Symphony Orchestra
Recorded at Warren Studios, UCSD
Recording engineered by Josef Kucera

[Grimluck]

Been super busy with work, but I'm off tomorrow through Sunday, so I'll be able to crank out a few more.

[Grimluck]

Uploaded a better mixed version of the opening theme, as well as the Qeynos theme! Working on the Plane of Hate/Neriak theme, the "Market"/"Slums" theme, and the "Mystery" themes next.

[Grimluck]

Plane of Hate / Neriak SK/Nec Guild Theme has been uploaded.

[Norathorr]

Plane of Hate / Neriak SK/Nec Guild Theme has been uploaded.

Awesome it is perfect!!!

[Norathorr]

Is it possible to use these in game?

[Grimluck]

Added 3 new themes: Mystery theme (Kelethin alternate), Freeport theme, and the Market Slums theme. If any piece needs correction of location etc., let me know.

[Telin]

Added 3 new themes: Mystery theme (Kelethin alternate), Freeport theme, and the Market Slums theme. If any piece needs correction of location etc., let me know.

Excellent. Always loved the slums theme, but I wish it was longer. Also you could specify East Freeport (docks) so when you put the West Freeport (gates) song up it'll help clarify.

[MycahDavith]

Can't wait to collaborate with this guy! Loving how people are contributing in different ways to the community.

o/

[Jedis]

"Sorry! We can't find that user."

[Kennie]

^

[foldupmonk]

Broked the interweb

[Grimluck]

For now, just follow the link in my signature until I can get permission to edit the first post. I changed the name from "Project EQ Music" to "EQ Music: Reimagined". I think it is more memorable, and describes what the project is without having to do much explaining further.

Excellent. Always loved the slums theme, but I wish it was longer. Also you could specify East Freeport (docks) so when you put the West Freeport (gates) song up it'll help clarify.

Will do. There's many Freeport themes, and once I get them uploaded, i'll edit the titles and descriptions to explain a bit better.

[Jedis]

Do you have plans to enable the download button for them?

[Grimluck]

Do you have plans to enable the download button for them?

Not sure. I'd love for people to download them, but I'm unclear of the legal ramifications of doing so. I don't want to do anything that will endanger the project before it's even completed. Not sure if it's considered illegal distribution of copyrighted material or not. Anyone care to chime in on this?

[Jedis]

Not sure. I'd love for people to download them, but I'm unclear of the legal ramifications of doing so. I don't want to do anything that will endanger the project before it's even completed. Not sure if it's considered illegal distribution of copyrighted material or not. Anyone care to chime in on this?

That's a valid point, I suppose. I was just thinking along the lines of all of the remixes and stuff out there on YouTube and other sites, that this might fall under some kind of fair use, fan derivatives. Are you actually modifying the original files or are you remaking them? That would probably be the key distinction.

[Grimluck]

Depends on how you define "modify". I open the MIDI files in my program, assign virtual instruments, and mix the individual instruments so everything is cohesive and natural sounding. I add some effects, as well as master the songs. Sometimes it takes quite a bit of work. So, I guess that would fall under modifying the files. However, i think it is important to note that I do not, have not, and will not take credit for anything other than "rearranging", which means I take the steps listed above to make them sound good with my virtual instruments; just like Jay initially tweaked his parameters to sound good in the MIDI environment he was using. If Jay Barbeau were interested in doing the same, he would no doubt go through the same process as I am. I think it would fall under being fair use "remixes".

[Jedis]

You could always post your link on the Daybreak forums and ask the question to get an official response. Honestly though, I'm not sure if there's much of a difference between making them available to play and/or download. They'd probably be viewed the same.

[Voland]

The link in the original post doesn't work anymore, error message is: "Sorry! We can't find that user."

[Telin]

The link in the original post doesn't work anymore, error message is: "Sorry! We can't find that user."

This is because he cannot edit the post. You'll have to use the link on his signature.

[Portasaurus]

What's with this not-being-able-to-edit-posts bullshit!??!?1

[Grimluck]

Shit's classic son

[Leeyuuduu]

I think this would sound pretty awesome too
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AvcdrlWl-fQ

The song that played when you ran along the coast in the Karanas, and on the coast in Toxx forest

[Grimluck]

I think this would sound pretty awesome too
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AvcdrlWl-fQ

The song that played when you ran along the coast in the Karanas, and on the coast in Toxx forest

This one is planned!

[dealicious]

https://soundcloud.com/project-everquest-music lead me to: Sorry! We can't find that user.
A report has been sent to our tech team,
and they're looking in to the problem.
Please check back in a bit.

[Telin]

https://soundcloud.com/project-everquest-music lead me to: Sorry! We can't find that user.
A report has been sent to our tech team,
and they're looking in to the problem.
Please check back in a bit.

As previously discussed in thread, you'll have to use the links in his signature. Unfortunately the time limits placed on editing posts negatively affects project threads like these.

[Sorn]

Putting in my suggestion for the music that plays in Qeynos near the caster guilds! (No idea what it's called. I heard it for the first time ever today.)

[jballe3]

Man, I dig this! Good job dude. Do you do anything post Velious? Or are you focusing just on the midi's and whatnot?

Two fun ones would be Qeynos Hills and Northern Desert of Ro music :D

[Grimluck]

Man, I dig this! Good job dude. Do you do anything post Velious? Or are you focusing just on the midi's and whatnot?

Two fun ones would be Qeynos Hills and Northern Desert of Ro music :D

They're coming. :)

[LethClaypool]

Loved the Mystery Theme (alt. Kelethin).

On a random note, I've always wanted to start a death metal band focused around Cazic Thule and his followers.

[Tankdan]

Anyone elses Titanium (bay of pirate version) missing almost all the classic zone music files? I have Nek Forest music play and thats almost it. I checked EQ folder and there's only a few classic mp3's and the rest are later expansions.

[jballe3]

OH! Also! Felwithe music! That is awesome too!

Do you do anything post Velious? :D

I know PoP used some real instruments, but some of those songs were very cool as well, and may be fun for you to do!

ALSO! I've been kind of honing and working on my mixing skills and was wondering if I might be able to use the files you have as practice for mixing by chance? :D If so, lemme know! Can PM me if you'd like.

[Grimluck]

Loved the Mystery Theme (alt. Kelethin).

On a random note, I've always wanted to start a death metal band focused around Cazic Thule and his followers.

Haha, nice! :D

Anyone elses Titanium (bay of pirate version) missing almost all the classic zone music files? I have Nek Forest music play and thats almost it. I checked EQ folder and there's only a few classic mp3's and the rest are later expansions.

Do you have Environmental Sounds option turned on? I think that has something to do with it. Also, P99 uses mostly old zone music, which is in the form of XMI files. The XMI files basically trigger the MIDI tables that play through the MIDI soundbank on your soundcard... which in most cases sounds a bit lacking (hence the purpose of this project).

OH! Also! Felwithe music! That is awesome too!

Do you do anything post Velious? :D

I know PoP used some real instruments, but some of those songs were very cool as well, and may be fun for you to do!

ALSO! I've been kind of honing and working on my mixing skills and was wondering if I might be able to use the files you have as practice for mixing by chance? :D If so, lemme know! Can PM me if you'd like.

Sorry man, keeping this shit classic! I would love to do the Kunark & Velious music, but unfortunately, Kunark is almost devoid of music, and Velious too, to a lesser extent. Working on the Felwithe theme as we speak. I will send you a PM about the files.

[jballe3]

Nice! I just tossed you a follow via soundcloud from my bands soundcloud haha.

[Grimluck]

(West) Freeport and Desert of Ro themes has been added! Edited the title of the Freeport Docks theme. Also, if you listen with headphones on the Ro theme, i added in a quiet wind blowing in the desert for atmosphere and immersion. I also made a Ro theme without the wind blowing that i can reupload in its place in case of a public outcry for that shit not being classic.

[Grimluck]

Rivervale theme has been posted.

[Grimluck]

After talking to some people on the EQEmu forums, I think I may have found a way to implement the new themes in game. I'm going to be modifying some files and doing some tests, so stay tuned for that.

[Grimluck]

IT WORKS! I got the Kelethin theme to play within 500 yards of the city, however there is more testing that needs to be done. There's an issue with the music cutting off abruptly, and I'm exploring options of how to make the music fade in/out upon entering that specified coordinates. BUT, THE HARD PART IS OVER!!! I have a lot of work ahead of me. If anyone tech-savvy is interested in helping me implement this within all of the zones, it would save me months of work.

[Grimluck]

Testing in Greater Faydark is wrapping up. There's an issue with the new implementation of the music concerning the ambient nature sounds. Once I implement the new music to a zone, the ambient sounds (rain, forest wildlife, swamp wildlife, etc.) no longer play. However, the dev I'm working with has a lead on a fix. Will know more later tonight.

Also, implemented new music in Rivervale!

[Grimluck]

We've made huge strides in figuring out what the parameters in the code do. So far, I have Greater Faydark completed with all of the themes in the right places within the zone, AS WELL as the necessary fade ins/outs of the themes. The dev I'm working with the finishing up converting the sound files in the .eff files to be used as .wav files so the .emt files will implement the environmental effects/ambient sounds within the zone. So, basically, we can have updated music WITHIN THE GAME with all of the environmental sounds in tact.

[Telin]

Excellent progress!

[Grimluck]

After speaking with him, his conversion of the files will keep all of the parameters in tact for triggering the files, so basically, all I have to do is finish remaking all of the themes within the .xmi files, and replace them with my files once he has converted the files. The time for making Everquest sound its absolute best is on our doorsteps!

[alcoma23]

God I love this community

[Slayerofalot]

bump

[Maelstrom]

Great stuff. Has anyone ever heard Jay Barbeau's "Classic Rock" version of the EQ theme?

It's pretty awesome. 80's guitar sound kicks in at the 2:40 mark:https://youtu.be/Mn8bgKhsPVk

This is a shot in the dark, but would love to see someone edit or recreate this theme with that 80's guitar style throughout the entire song.

[Coridan]

this is so awesome. I didn't read all 11 pages but if there's a way to get this working in-game, please add the link to that post in your sig.

Also Kerra Isle (Erud's Crossing technically) and Lavastorm (classic) next!!!

[Mackie]

I am so absolutely grateful that you're doing this... Very good work man.

What DAW and vsts are you using?

[Mackie]

I am so absolutely grateful that you're doing this... Very good work man.

What DAW and vsts are you using?

[MycahDavith]

@Grimluck, I PM'd you early on about this...

So I showcased your work on my stream last night. Overwhelming praise and interest, to say the least. People were very very impressed. I am wondering what is the current status of being able to actually replace current game files with these new masterpieces? Is there a roadblock? coding problem?

[Grimluck]

@Grimluck, I PM'd you early on about this...

So I showcased your work on my stream last night. Overwhelming praise and interest, to say the least. People were very very impressed. I am wondering what is the current status of being able to actually replace current game files with these new masterpieces? Is there a roadblock? coding problem?

Hey, bro! Thanks for showcasing my work. :)

Here's the deal: I haven't really got to work on it much because I've been on vacation from work for the last two weeks, so I've been a bit busy. But, I will be getting to the rest of the themes ASAP. The amount of work ahead of me is pretty intimidating. I have roughly 60 more themes to complete, which if I take a wild guess as to when I think I'll be finished, It would probably be about 2-4 months. Once the themes are complete, I have to work with the code to test the themes in game. This poses a problem because I don't have characters that are high enough level to be able to properly test the themes in certain zones. So, I really have no clue how long that will take. I'd rather not "release" this project until it's complete so everyone gets the entire package, and of course the GM's nod of approval. I can't get in contact with them so I can get editing privileges so I can update my first post, so I'm not sure what's going to happen there.

The dev I'm working with wrote a simple program to convert certain files into the files I need with all of the parameters in place so all I would have to do is put the appropriate file in the appropriate folder, alter its code to change the .xmi files triggered to trigger my .mp3 and log in and test it. I will test his software (to make sure it's everything I need) to convert those files and test a new zone as soon as I can. Maybe I'll work in Kaladim next since there are so many different themes within those zones.

I don't know how long it's going to take to complete the project, but it won't be too long. As I finish each theme, I will post them to soundcloud as usual. So, hopefully, it will keep people interested in the project while I finish up with the themes and prepare to test each zone to make sure it's as close to classic as possible.

[Grimluck]

By the Way, Mycah. I don't know if you're aware of this, but when I watch your previous streams on twitch, they mute sections of your audio because of copyright infringement (I'm guessing it's the background music in your stream.)

[Grimluck]

Also, I forgot to add:

There's an issue with the character selection theme music. There's a bug in the Titanium client that does not reproduce the character selection theme music. It appears that it was hardcoded that way. So, the only way I can fix it (on my end) is to hack the .exe file and actually change the source code to trigger my character selection mp3 file, but that is well beyond my knowledge of anything code-wise. However, Secrets has fixed this issue, and has submitted the code to the p99 devs needed for it to be possible on my end to have updated character selection theme. They are waiting to implement this fix in a future patch, but I have no idea of when/if it will be implemented, so cross your fingers.

Also, there's a similar issue with the merchant theme. My system I'm working with is concerned with single zone files that trigger my mp3's when in the correct vicinity of it's theme within a zone. Since merchants are NPC's, I can't modify the code to trigger the theme for merchants at this time. The dev nor I can find where the client triggers the merchant theme, so unless I can find another dev with knowledge of that (and how to implement it on my end), I fear that we won't be able to have updated merchant music, either. :(

I guess all I can do is hope for the best.

[Grimluck]

I am so absolutely grateful that you're doing this... Very good work man.

Thanks man :)

What DAW and vsts are you using?

I use Cubase 7, but I'd rather not talk about what instruments I use. Sorry bro. /hug

[doacleric]

Would be awesome if the unknown theme could be restored to its original glory. Unfortunately the version embedded in the XMI files in EQ is an incomplete file. I once tried to get the completed file from Jay Barbeau himself but he said he didn't have access to the original hard drives anymore.

Here is what the completed version sounds like:
http://www.filedropper.com/unknown_2

[Mackie]

So here I was on youtube, listening to EQ music. When I stumbled across this absolutely astonishing pianist.

First time I've ever heard of this dude, and my jaw dropped when I heard him play the music...

Mind = BLOWN.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qdKyu3JuEtM

[Grimluck]

Would be awesome if the unknown theme could be restored to its original glory. Unfortunately the version embedded in the XMI files in EQ is an incomplete file. I once tried to get the completed file from Jay Barbeau himself but he said he didn't have access to the original hard drives anymore.

Here is what the completed version sounds like:
http://www.filedropper.com/unknown_2

Sorry man, the theme I redid is about as close as you're going to get. That will take a lot more work than usual to 'restore' it than it would the other because I would have to transcribe it by hand. The fact that the theme isn't even used in-game gives me no incentive to try.

[Portasaurus]

Bump for classic ear candy! Really good stuff here..

Question: is it possible to download these as mp3 files?

[MycahDavith]

^ This, as I have featured his work a few times on my streams. VERY well received.

[Korain]

Link in the initial post didn't work for me. Has this been relocated?

[Swish]

Bump for classic ear candy! Really good stuff here..

Question: is it possible to download these as mp3 files?

www.video2mp3.net is the internet's friend <3

[Grimluck]

For those that wanted the .mp3 files to listen to for personal use: here they are. (http://www.mediafire.com/download/qhguvys9k7aua0f/EQ+Music+Reimagined+-+7-05-15.rar) This rar includes all of the files I have completed so far: including the pieces on the soundcloud page, in addition to themes that I didn't post because some are minor themes. I have been busy lately, but rest assured I haven't forgotten about the project, and will be completing the rest of the themes when I get a chance. Enjoy!

[MycahDavith]

Sorry guys, !songrequest might take a break tonight...
Great work Grim!

[Grimluck]

Sorry guys, !songrequest might take a break tonight...
Great work Grim!

Thanks buddy! How's your butthole? Hahah :D:D:D

[MycahDavith]

Haha, Saturday morning was worse than actually eating that pepper.

[Grimluck]

Haha, Saturday morning was worse than actually eating that pepper.

Hahahaha. I was in pain just watching you eat that. Balls of steel, dude! Glad you're all good.

[MycahDavith]

Balls of steel? No.
I wussed out for like 3 weeks.
Idiot, yes! Man of my word, yes. Now back to the topic...

Keep up the good work!

[Grimluck]

For those that wanted the .mp3 files to listen to for personal use: here they are. (http://www.mediafire.com/download/llk9g8xd3u646w5/Everquest+Music+Reimagined+-+updated+7-5-15.rar) This rar includes all of the files I have completed so far: including the pieces on the soundcloud page, in addition to themes that I didn't post because some are minor themes. I have been busy lately, but rest assured I haven't forgotten about the project, and will be completing the rest of the themes when I get a chance. Enjoy!

For those that missed it:

[skwayb]

Would be awesome if the unknown theme could be restored to its original glory. Unfortunately the version embedded in the XMI files in EQ is an incomplete file. I once tried to get the completed file from Jay Barbeau himself but he said he didn't have access to the original hard drives anymore.

Here is what the completed version sounds like:
http://www.filedropper.com/unknown_2

Anyone have a link to the file where you don't have to sign up for it?

[Grimluck]

Two new themes are posted on the soundcloud. Link below. One is of the Crushbone entrance and the second is the second of three combat themes.

Also, check out the link in my signature for download of the themes aside from the two new ones. I will update the download link whenever I get more themes posted. Also, I've enabled downloads on the soundcloud page so you can keep up-to-date with the song releases and update your collection.

[Clovis]

Hey guys. Been playing EQ since 1999, and have always, always loved its music. If anything can bring back the nostalgia, it would be the music. I'm sure some of you feel the same way. One of my main hobbies is music production and post-production. While the original MIDI music had its charm, I figured it was time its soundtrack had a makeover. If this is popular, and is wanted by the community, I will create more themes, based on what is most wanted to be heard. Here's a quick demo I whipped together to show you what I can do. I will probably go back and remix this so it sounds a bit more natural, but enough with the talk, here's the music.

https://soundcloud.com/project-everquest-music

Wow. Good for you. I could not possibly agree more with you.

I have to read the remainder of the posts, but this is great!!

Thank you!!

[Lamil]

Nice work!

[Detoxx]

Temple of Veeshan theme. Best eq music pre PoP

[Iniamyen]

Do you have a musical background? You are pretty skilled at this.

I enjoy making noise and I've messed around with composition freeware before but I suck at actually composing music. You got me thinking that this type of thing might be a fun alternative. I have a way to quantify how successful I am because the music is already composed but I can still be a little creative.

What software do you use? What technique do you use for composing based on the original music?

Very nice work, thanks for sharing.

[Dac321]

It's funny how some of this music will instantly take you back to a moment in the game you can remember vividly.

[Flicka]

Just reworked the Kelethin theme. Telin! I finally found a good harp sound, so I replaced the main piano instrument with a beautiful harp. It's more in line with the original. Everyone have a quick listen and let me know what you think! I'll start to work on the original theme and character selection next.
I love you so hard, thanks for doing this!

Mystery Theme gave me happy goosebumps :D LOVE IT!

[Brontus]

I just tried to go to the link to hear the music but I got this instead:

https://soundcloud.com/project-everquest-music

Sorry! We can't find that user.
A report has been sent to our tech team,
and they're looking into the problem.
Please check back in a bit.

[Moregan]

I updated the link on the first page of this thread.

I have no idea why the ability to edit posts was removed. I have asked on behalf of the community no less than 10 times and have received absolutely no response whatsoever from anybody above me on p99 staff.

Moregan

[captnamazing]

I updated the link on the first page of this thread.

I have no idea why the ability to edit posts was removed. I have asked on behalf of the community no less than 10 times and have received absolutely no response whatsoever from anybody above me on p99 staff.

Moregan

"They keep me in the p99 broom closet with the paste and magic markers"

the hero p99 deserves!!!

[Grimluck]

I updated the link on the first page of this thread.

I have no idea why the ability to edit posts was removed. I have asked on behalf of the community no less than 10 times and have received absolutely no response whatsoever from anybody above me on p99 staff.

Moregan

THANK YOU. I've PM'd the GM's, even sent a petition, and nothing. I really appreciate it :) Also, would you mind editing the title to "EQ Music: Remagined"? Pretty please :D

[captnamazing]

opening theme v2 is so sick man

[Grimluck]

opening theme v2 is so sick man

Thanks buddy!

[AxerJ]

So... can these files be downloaded and put into the Everquest folder? We replaced the modern combat/death/loading songs with classic audio files... can we simply replace those with these? Great work, music producer! The city songs are so much better. Felwithe?

[Grimluck]

So... can these files be downloaded and put into the Everquest folder? We replaced the modern combat/death/loading songs with classic audio files... can we simply replace those with these? Great work, music producer! The city songs are so much better. Felwithe?

I have Felwithe almost done. Making some adjustments to it. As of right now, you can't use these themes in game, yet. I have to adjust EQ's code to make them play back within the city, and properly at that. Take a look a few pages back in this thread where I explain everything in more detail.

[Llodd]

Amazing. Really looking forward to adding them, and hearing them in game,

[captnamazing]

Amazing. Really looking forward to adding them, and hearing them in game,

how 2 add??

[Sancta]

I need a new pair of pants

[Llodd]

how 2 add??

OP said its coming once he sorts stuff:

https://www.project1999.com/forums/showpost.php?p=2050003&postcount=150

[BahamutDF]

This is fucking brilliant. Please keep it up until this is usable in game. The nerdgasm will be intense.

[Grimluck]

Moregan kindly updated the first post of this thread. I've updated the progress for the project as well a better explanation of what it is, and where I'm at with it. Check it out!

[Murri]

I didn't read through the whole thread but if you need any guitar recorded for the songs let me know.

[SyanideGas]

These are super cool

[Hubble]

Looking forward to the Karanas bridge music! Great work so far.

[Grimluck]

Version 2 of the Steamfont Mountains has been uploaded. It's mixed much better and includes that funky bass that was in the original midi.

Up next: Felwithe themes, Karana Bridge theme, Plane of Sky theme, and various Freeport themes.

[madhatta317]

I'm getting all teary eyed and emotional just listening to these. They're perfect man and take me back to better days. Keep it up!

[Grimluck]

Appreciate the kind words everyone!

[Coridan]

Please please please do the Kerra music!!!!

[Grimluck]

It's on the list!

[AxerJ]

I have Felwithe almost done. Making some adjustments to it. As of right now, you can't use these themes in game, yet. I have to adjust EQ's code to make them play back within the city, and properly at that. Take a look a few pages back in this thread where I explain everything in more detail.

Thanks, hope you get the help you need!

[Ostros]

By the Nameless I LOVE. IT. The merchant one is perfect. Hate/Neriak is spot on. They're all wonderful reproductions.

Edit: I might donate actual money if you do Velks.

[Grimluck]

By the Nameless I LOVE. IT. The merchant one is perfect. Hate/Neriak is spot on. They're all wonderful reproductions.

Edit: I might donate actual money if you do Velks.

Thanks buddy! Velks is on the list!

[Thunderclasp]

I don't even play anymore but stumbled upon this thread. I thoroughly love Everquest music, and I can't tell you how much I enjoy hearing remixed and altered Everquest music. It's a twist to the common nostalgia. Very awesome Grim, keep it up!!

[colicab]

This is awesome. Nothing gives me nostalgia like EQ music.

[EndofLine]

The Kelethin remaster brought a tear to my eye :(
Goosebumps....I know, I'm a wimp...

https://soundcloud.com/everquest-music-reimagined/mystery-theme

[Stormfists]

Tears?

http://i.imgur.com/3qkDbxj.jpg

Good work though.