This is the last Mashstix Alternative Show. I like to personally thank G3RST for the amazing job he's done with the show (don't worry he's not leaving the team)
There is some good news with the bad however, as The Radio Stix Show will be back in full swing with a whole new crew... keep your eyes peeled! - Paul Stix
When I first saw this posted my first thought was oh no not another MJ mash. My second thought was but it’s by G3RSt so it has to be good and sure enough it’s better than good its great!
G3RSt (pronounced Gerst, for those that have yet to work it out) makes some of the most interesting mashups around, even the ones that don’t quite work are better than a lot of other mashers best works and this one really does work. Even if your fed up with MJ mashups check this one out cos its probably one of the best ever, and that’s pretty much all I can say about it really. Well I could go on and on about how excellent it is but I think you’ll figure that out when you click play. Go on click play I dare you!
Cons:
Sorry no cons here move along please
Tips:
Go check out the late great Professor Longhair for some superb New Orleans piano playing.
This track caused a stir on the forum. Have mashups moved away from the easy to apply combinations?
This track sounds more simple than making it actually was. I would'nt have known, but by G's own admission the backing is made up from cleverly spliced loops, and arranged perfectly to fit and flatter The Rolling Stones classic.
So I ask, is a track's greatness defined by when we actually notice what the producer has done?
Cons:
As some people have pointed out, some would consider it too simple. I think most have not realised what you have had to do.
Classic mashups, are almost always simple sounding tracks.
Tips:
Personally, I think the finished product speaks for itself. Be it by G3rst or be it by anyone else. Mashup's can really only be judged that way. If it was all about how much time you had spent on it, I'm sure nobody would ever get a track out.
Do what you do G! I couldnt if I tried, come up with combinations, or produce as well as you do mate.
Summer is here ! (At least in the Northern Hemisphere ha).
This time of year always see's a few mashers attempt some sort of chilled out summer signature. Most will be forgotten over time, this won't.
As usual with a G3rst track the attention to detail, coupled with the unusual source choice's add up to a mashup classic. Everything works as well as you would expect and the reverb on the vocals help settle everything down to a great BBQ - sit in your chair and enjoy the sun pace.
Cons:
As usual there really isnt anything wrong - did you really expect there to be ? ha
Tips:
......are for those people who are not as good as G !
G3RSt pits the crazy lyrics and vocal antics of Tenacious D against the Vietnam era nostalgics of Grace Slick and Jefferson Airplane from 1967. The two tracks have an almost custom made rhythmic match, and Jack Black's histrionics sit well with the post-psychodelic groove. You can picture JB hamming it up in some flower-power sixties gear for sure. Keys, chords, and all tech-specs are on-point as we've come to expect from the G-Man, and there are some nice transitions between the verses and choruses too, with JB's 'rock god' screams tailing off over Grace Slick as she re-enters the song.
Cons:
On the personal taste-o-meter, I never thought much of Jefferson Airplane, or Jefferson Starship, or worst of all Starship... (arrgh hell no!!)... but I have to admit Tenacious D's lunacy is helping me soften my outlook with this one. On the technical front, the instrumental has great audio quality which the TD 'pella doesn't quite live up to, but that's an occupational hazard. However, there's a painful peak in the volume at about1:12 which could stand to have the top taken off.
Been awhile since I reviewed a G track. If you like your rock fast and furious or just appreciate G3rst's talent for picking unusual combos - this is for you.
The harmony and chord progession go hand in hand as you nod you head through this one, helped by the furious pace. This is a true genre bending mashup, that he can rightfully call a classic.
Cons:
None. I don't really like rock, but even I enjoyed this one.
Tips:
I'm not worthy to give G tips. Although, I would mention that if you have a little classic like this one, its worth revisiting, when new sources emerge.
(Hey G, (& Mashstix community!) sorry it took me so long to review this). Now, just to lay it out for you all: G3RSt is one of my favorive mash-up artists out there, period: For originality, passion, humor, and simply great combinations. And this track is right up my alley: Cash and Tubby - it doesn't get better than this when you're sitting around on a summer afternoon watching the World Cup with some friends, beer and not a penny to your name. Que Sera, Sera. Lovely combo.
I Think a lot of fellow mashers know this problem, you're experimenting with two tracks that fit are fitting seamlessly. The only thing is, that you're not sure which one to take as the base of the mashup. Well G3rst found a fairly simple solution, just create two versions. Both versions work very well and should really be treated as separate mashups
This version has it's focus on Michael Stipe's (REM) vocal which works its way quite straight forward through this mashup. Combining this vocal on top of the LP instrumental just... fits, a brilliant combination (in both ways) TOP!
Cons:
Kind of hard to decide which one I like the best :)
In yet another masterful stroke, G3RSt mashes up Linkin Park and R.E.M. both ways! This version features Chester Bennington's vocals over the bona fide classic by the boys from Athens, Georgia and the sum of these parts is a bewitchingly melancholic mash-up.
In my case, it evokes nostalgic memories of the early 90s when Out of Time had permanent rotation on my turntable and walkman: wistful thoughts of wild college parties, loves gained and lost, and pensive early-hour taxi rides home with something just like this playing quietly on the radio. And this despite the lack of Michael Stipe and LP's "New Divide" being released almost 20 years later - the mash simply fits like your favorite pair of jeans back in the day.
I can understand why some people (esp. of younger generations) might prefer the reverse A+B (see review above), which is also great, but to me this one takes the cake.
Beautiful work!
Cons:
Maybe it's just the pitching, but the instrumental sounds suspiciously like a karaoke track. Even if that's the case, it does nothing to detract from the brillance of this mash-up.
BASSSSSSSSSSSLINE.
You just never know what you're gonna get from G3rst, every tune is a winner and every tune is different. This is great.
I do not know what you would file this under, other than "must not be played in the light".
Cons:
The only con is that my speakers aren't good enough to enjoy the bass properly.
I felt that sometimes (in the choruses) the vocal gets a little drowned out, but that was me having another listen to try and spot a con, so no biggie!
Tips:
LADIES. A 'guide bat' tethered to your finger with a short piece of string is the perfect way to avoid trees and horses in the dark.
Great new track from G3RSt mixes Garbage (Shirley's vocals) with Grace Jones 'I've Seen That Face Before' instrumental to produce a new fresh mash with a europolitan feel to it - you should be sat outside a French bar, supping a half litre of Kronenbourg, listening to this mash! The smell of garlic and onions in the air and Remy from Ratatouille scurrying past your feet. You get the idea!! Comprenez-vous ce que veux dire je? ;o)
Cons:
Only a very minor suggestion, and purely personal, but I would have liked to hear slightly more reverb on Shirley's vocals at some points, especially to match the part when Grace's vocals kick in. Great production though - a smooth finish (just like the Kronenbourg)!! Hic!
Tips:
A pleasant glass of Château Mouton-Rothschild 2002 Pauillac will wash down any bourguignon de boeuf dish nicely? Err, otherwise none! ;o)
Whats striking is this theme was taken from a video game thats 25 (yes 25) years old !! It sounds like something you would hear the likes of La Roux come out with now. With help from Peter W, G3rst totally makes this his own.
The vocals are cleverly played with to sound as if they have always been part of this track. G3rst you have done it again. You are in my dream line up of producers at the moment !!
Cons:
There is nothing wrong at all, nothing ! Quality is (as usual) excellent, length is perfect, production is outstanding. If this is all sounding like I'm sucking up, listen to it and make up your own mind.
Tips:
I can't give you tips. When you listen to someone and think 'wow, how did they get that outcome, or how did they do that' - It's no time to offer tips ha.
I always look forward to a new G3RST tune arriving as you never know what to expect, one thing for certain is you get some amazing source materials mashed flawlessly. The production of the the new one from our resident 'alternate' is everything you'd expect from Mr G - the source work perfectly, song structure - spot on, and the progression of the sources used seem made for each other. I particularly like the Ragga style 'toasting' that comes in around 1:30 and the instrumental breakdown at 3:00 is inspired.
Well done G - another classic to add to the catalogue.
Cons:
None - perfection mate as per (bloody) usual ;) !
Tips:
If you've got any tunes hanging around on your hard drive that your not gonna put out, can I have 'em?
G3rst is going alternative again! As in your previous mashup "Hey Man, Nice Diamond" I didn't know both tracks so started listening without any pre expectations. The kind of dark kornish combination just fits the weather here in the Netherlands. But anyway, you definitly did a good job combining these tracks, liking it!
Cons:
This track sounds a bit "flat" tune up the bass a bit and it is a definite keeper.
Tips:
Keep your latest mashups available on youtube, a lot of people (including me) are lazy subscribers who are waiting for channel updates.
I don't know either of these tunes, I must be out of touch with the kids. This mash doesn't really twist my melon, but thats just down to my personal taste (or the lack of). The 'mental is cool, I like the bassline, but the soulless poodle-rock vocal just leaves me cold.
but that said, these two are a great match, worth tweaking.
Cons:
...but needs tweaking. poorly mixed dude, the high frequencies are painfull, like nails down a blackboard, and the vocal sits too far back in the mix during the chorus.
Tips:
Looks like my tunes will never get played on mashstix alternative now :(
After busting down our doors with "Voodoo Killer", the ever-diverse G3RSt drops us a stocking-stuffer in the form of a cute little pop-swing mash-up. And though BEP is one band we all love to hate for obvious reasons, this combo is bound to induce a smile or two, not least because it completely lays bare the utter inanity, both lyrical and melodic, of "I Gotta Feeling". It's silly, but fun, and the skillful tempo adjustments at the end are the icing on the cupcake.
Cons:
Now I can't get that annoyingly repetitive children's rhyme out of my head, and it's all your fault. Hence the only, though major, con is BEP, which by the (anti-)rules of bastard pop is also sort of a perverse pro (see above).
Tips:
Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year (and maybe lay off the "Advocaat" for a bit). ;-)
It's not Halloween, but G3rst brings us the scary scary vibe, using the always unsettling Prodigy and the Talking Heads classic Psycho Killer. This one grabs you by the throat when the beat kicks in at 0:10, and doesn't let go until David Byrne gasps his last breath at the end. The increased tempo gives Psycho Killer an urgent new feel, and the highlight of this track is an awesome and perfectly timed vocal stretch. Superb! The more I listen to this mashup the better it sits, which bodes well for its long-term appeal. I will definitely revisit this one many times yet. Oh.. and great cover art! I imagine Mr Byrne would approve.
Cons:
In my humble opinion, G has put together better combos in terms of pure hatmonics, but that hardly matters because this mashup scores such huge points for its pure "edgey meets edgier" source material. Production wise, I personally thought the 'pella still sounded a tad "raw", despite G's added reverb.
Tips:
This one is going over huge - it's an instant classic. Far be it from me to tutor the master!
Well, for starters, It's G3rst. So,
Unique sound - check.
Off the wall pairing - check.
Brilliantly put together - check.
Raw edge - check.
And i love how it drifts (intentionally in the verses) but just long enough so that when the chorus comes together you can't help sing along and be happy with the world.
I've just been told to tell you it's very sexy by Mrs. Gara.
Cons:
Umm, only thing i can think of is that i'd personally have put the vocals a wee bit quieter in the first verse. After the first 4 bars it seems to settle perfectly.
Other than that errrr... Mrs. Gara thinking it's very sexy is probably a bad thing. "Why didn't you make this tune Chris?". "Why are yours not like this Chris?".
Yeah, thanks mate.
Tips:
Hmmmm, none. Other than stop chatting up my missus.
Lovely tune G3rst..
The last few G3rst tracks have shown just what he is capable of. This one continues the current trend. Great production, coupled with the inventivness highlight that G, is without a doubt one of the scenes best producers.
The offspring vocals sit very well with the Eagle Eye Cherry classic, and the inclusion of the original Eagle Eye vocals during the chorus completes the mix.
Cons:
None really, if I had to mention something I would mention the karaoke version of the Eagle Eye Cherry track, but it sounds so similar (even the original chorus works with the version used). This is one of the best uptempo G3rst tracks I've heard in a while.
One of the things that makes you one of the producers I most admire is your fearless approach to track selection. There's nothing too unusual about The Foo Fighters, but how many producers would think to pick a track from a Legend of Zelda videogame soundtrack? What elevates this above the ranks of novelty mashes though is the fact that it works tremendously well.
Cons:
I was planning to say that this wasn't note perfect key wise, but that there weren't enough problems to sour the track. Listening back to the current version on your website though, I can't hear a note out of place. Either you've had a crafty tweak since the first version I heard or Link has worked a little magic.
Tips:
In a recent review on the site here, one of the review team said they'd like to hear you work with more recent top 40 chart songs. I think it would be a real shame if you just stuck to the mainstream though - it's your eclecticism that makes every G3RSt track a surprise present waiting to be unwrapped. Keep the magic.
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