"The Forest Walk" [Remastered] - A Multi-Halo OST Mini-Medley/Mix
This video is not monetized, and all pieces used have been trimmed/edited/mixed. Four of the pieces were composed by Martin O'Donnell/Michael Salvatori (of Bungie Studios circa 2001, 2004, 2007, and 2010) for Halos CE, 2, 3, and Reach (respectively); two of the pieces were arranged by Paul Lipson/Lennie Moore/Brian Trifton/Brian Lee White/Tom Salta (of 343 Industries circa 2011 and 2014) for Halos CEA and 2A (respectively); and one of the pieces was composed by Joel Corelitz (of 343 Industries circa 2020 for Halo Infinite. I doubt saying these things will stop potential copyright strikes, but it was worth a shot... :P
Oh my this video has been a long-time coming. The day that 343 released their final soundtrack teaser for Halo Infinite (Through the Trees), you have no idea how happy I was. Of all the tracks I was hoping so see a return of in Infinite, the A Walk in the Woods theme was at the top of that list (just above Under Cover of Night). It’s basically my favorite theme in the games outside of the main Halo theme. Why? I think Joel Corelitz put it best in his interview: “To me, it’s the perfect mood for how it feels to move around in the world of Halo. It perfectly describes its incredible, majestic environments.” [Link to the full interview below] Needless to say, I’m super excited to see this theme return and I can’t wait to see what else the Infinite composers have in store for us in the final game!
Now beyond me simply loving Through the Trees on its own, the same day 343 released it, my original Forest Walk Mini-Medley was flooded with comments asking me to include it in the mix. While I was already planning on doing it the second I heard the track for the first time, I deeply appreciate how people were interested to see the track be added to the Mini-Medley. It was one of the primary motivators for me to keep this project going (despite how long it ended up taking).
Now in terms of the layout of this medley, I have a lot to say about it. To make the description less ridiculously long, I’m gonna link the remainder of my explanation here: pastebin.com/BhLQg1jC
Or if you don’t feel like reading all that, you can follow the layout along in this behind-the-scenes play-through of the Audacity waveform: • “The Forest Walk” [Rem...
Anyways, enjoy! :)
SoundCloud link: soundcloud.app.goo.gl/EhqiuA6...
Thumbnail - tim-tao.artstation.com/projec...
Ske7ch’s interview with Joel Corelitz: www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/ne...
Disclaimer: Halo © Microsoft Corporation. "The Forest Walk" [Remastered] - A Multi-Halo OST Mini-Medley/Mix was created under Microsoft's "Game Content Usage Rules" (www.xbox.com/en-us/developers/.... using assets from Halo, and it is not endorsed by or affiliated with Microsoft
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May as well bring the question back, what’s your favorite version of this track? Has it changed since I last asked? :P Behind-the-scenes Audacity project waveform: kzread.info/dash/bejne/a2mWqZaNm6m0Ys4.html Here’s the SoundCloud link for this mix: soundcloud.app.goo.gl/EhqiuA6u1hPFBVqc6 Thumbnail is a Halo 4 concept by Tim Tao: tim-tao.artstation.com/projects/4bPvQW
@jarekzapzap6755
3 жыл бұрын
Hard pick between CEs version and Halo2s version but I'll have to go with Heretic Hero from original Halo2
@rioswatton9292
3 жыл бұрын
NGL, the CE Anniversary rendition might be my favourite. It’s probably the least appreciated of them all and it’s my guilty pleasure. 😁
@sircrim8694
3 жыл бұрын
The H2 version (I think it's called "Heretic, Hero") is my favorit by far :)
@javipazgf
3 жыл бұрын
Please, Pounding the Pavement of HALO 3 ODST...🥰😇👍🏻👍🏻
@84STUDIOS
3 жыл бұрын
I guess this is my new favorite one
"The Return of the King"
@CoercedJab
Жыл бұрын
Silence fills the empty grave….
@josh11735
Жыл бұрын
@@CoercedJab But my mind is not at rest…
Josh is back? Maybe 2021 isn’t going to be as bad as we thought...
@spartanalex9006
3 жыл бұрын
Meanwhile in 2021: Josh battle royale.
the one and only has reclaimed his place on the throne.
@rivvertop2170
2 жыл бұрын
There is an only one answer: Savathûn
"A Walk in the Woods" and its variations has been my favorite track since the day I was introduced into Halo for the first time. It just has such a unique vibe that differenciates it not only from the rest of the tracks, but also from other similar games' soundtracks. Every time I listen any one of the variations I can't help but get chills.
I love how the song becomes more ethereal-sounding with each iteration
This is the way
@Leitis_Fella
3 жыл бұрын
This is the aaaaawubamaugh
@tristanbackup2536
3 жыл бұрын
I have spoken...
@heatseekergaming8215
Жыл бұрын
This is the Wort
You have an incredible understanding of music. It's not only the sound of the song (which is beautiful in itself,) but how you order these melodies that makes your mixes beautiful and memorable. You have a gift my friend.
As iconic as Heretic Hero is, I gotta give my vote to Another Walk from Halo 3. The chanting and the percussion is just too good. I also think the feel of the song fits more with the given environment from the game
Oooooh I was so excited to see this in my recommended
Yessss Been waiting for this one!! Thanks for this man!!
@josh11735
3 жыл бұрын
No, thank YOU (for watching)! ;)
I don't know how you did it, Josh...but you took my favorite video you ever made and improved upon it. "A Walk in the Woods", in my opinion, is one of the greatest musical pieces that Martin O'Donnell ever composed. What started out as a catchy little backing track in Assault on the Control Room (Halo CE) turned out to be one of the most recognizable and loved motifs of the entire soundscape, seeing resurrections in both Halo 2 (Heretic Hero/Zealous Champion) and Halo 3 (Another Walk). There's also the recent inclusion of it in Halo Infinite. I don't know about you but I was present when the Live-stream that previewed the track was shown and I squealed with joy when that familiar melody started to play, albeit remixed, but very much revived through the genius of Corelitz. Along with the contributions by Gareth Coker and Curtis Schweitzer, two VERY good composers in their own rights, the soundscape for Halo Infinite is looking like it's going to be something to remember. A true call back, as well as a progression... You've also outdone your previous iteration of this mix here, Josh...the percussion of "Another Walk" really works well with "Through the Trees". I really REALLY like this.
@josh11735
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man! :D 100% agreed on the thoughts about the theme! It’s funny you said that about Through the Trees because a very similar thing happened to me: I was driving to get lunch the day they released it, and I decided to play it in the car. The moment that the melody sounded, I audibly yelled “YES!” as I was driving, haha. :P
@CoercedJab
Жыл бұрын
“Genius” would have been composing his own songs on the same level rather than riffing on one two decades old
@trevorwalkerjr.9375
Жыл бұрын
What if I told you that the melody and genius behind "A Walk in the Woods" was the brainchild of Michael Salvatori? Marty only helped with the production of this specific score. It's my favorite in the series.
@JohnnyRings
Жыл бұрын
I wanna give credit where it is due, but Marty actually said in an interview that this was A Michael Salvatori original.
Daaaaamn bro. Did not expect some Halo infinite in this! That made me run an extra mile!!!
Man this art work is so badass and fits this theme do damn well. Well played bungie well played for creating such a beautiful game back when ppl actually cared and put their heart into creating something so joyful and beautiful. Rip to all Spartans who are MIA. Never die keep on fighting.
I've been replaying the Halo series in co-op with some friends lately, after many long years. Each track is just as much of a banger as I remember.
For the longest time I'd been listening to a simple hour long loop of Zealous Champion to get my fix of raw, unfiltered Halo drum goodness, thinking "how the hell has no one made a mix of all the walks yet??" This is more than just a medley mix, this is an absolute work of art right here, every single transition gave me chills. Hell, I'd literally pay for a really long extension of this. You could call it "The Long Walk" or something
This is so magical like, it’s pure fantasy
This song is so perfect
Whenever I see arbiter and a jungle I immediately think of the one scene from halo wars after you fight the scarab and the arbiter (not thel ‘vadam) attacks forge. Also I just have to put this out there again but this *really* reminds me of Kashmir by Led Zeppelin
@kabob0077
3 жыл бұрын
Halo Wars had Ripa, who was prior to his Arbitership a prisoner... He's also the Arbiter before Thel's Arbitership.
you kept your word, thanks man. I immediately rushed to my room to grab my headphones when I saw this in my notifications. this is awesome dude, so worth the wait
I listen to this like... 4 times a week at least without fail, its great
My favorite version of this track is the one from Halo 3. Whenever it plays on Sierra 117 I always take WAY too long to get past that area just so I can listen to it.
He’s back I remember you from years back in every halo comments section Comfy times
You deserve an award for Innovation.. Others: "You can't out perform the original composers. That's heresy! Josh: "Who has taught you these lies!?" I so much loved how you kept the halo 3 another walk's drum beat as an anchor to connect all the other soundtracks to the end!!..please do more like this!!
A walk in the woods lives rent free in my ears
5:51 I love how the entire mood changes from heavy drums sounds and metal anvil sounds to just wonders.
@Golden-Zealot
2 жыл бұрын
this track is from infinite
@Golden-Zealot
2 жыл бұрын
and goes great for the halo three background ... believe it or not i thought "Through the Trees" was from halo reach
@tytoalbasoren9457
2 жыл бұрын
@@Golden-Zealot Yeah you could hear the synthesizer in the background.
This song is just like back in the day. We all know reality shifts or become faded/ distorted. Possibly due to mind degradation. This version brings us back to how it originally sounded imo.
Like you I find the many “A Walk In The Woods” iterations in each game to be my favorite tracks (especially Halo 3’s Another Walk) right above Under Cover of Night, there’s just something so Halo about it, so when I saw this in my feed I had to listen and my god it’s beautiful I love everything about it keep up the amazing work my man!!
Lions and Tigers and... Heretic, Hero
the hero we need and want but don't deserve
You returned ! Happy to hear of you once agin in this chilly morning :D
@josh11735
3 жыл бұрын
Happy New Year! :D
I really hope Marty has heard this
Sorry Josh but u can’t ask us that because, it is all one soundtrack u have mashed all of them into one really good 👌masterpiece👌.
Best piece of halo music throughout the whole original trilogy, well done sir
This is so smooth, i have the shorter version but this is definitely going in my playlist to chill
Heretic,Hero is my favourite out of all them.
Been waiting on this one for months, and i was not in the least dissapointed in it, bravo!
Halo 2 has the best one for sure. The part at 2:46 is always so fire
im here to vibe again... and again... and again and again and again.. :)
Te quiero mucho Halo
The percussion and that one weird instrument in the Halo 3 version are perfect. Halo 3 has the best on in my opinion, but Infinites vocals backed by all that is incredible.
Do a mix with the Infintie soundtracks? 🤔 6:10. Nevermind. 😅
man I love all your mixes, I keep coming back to them
This is the best remix I've heard of a walk in the trees, mixes each and every version of this
I just found your first medley a few months ago and I'm blessed to find you've updated it! Thank you for your work this is great stuff!
This brought a tear to my eye man! Been with the series since I was 7, and this brought back all the memories of the games! keep it up!
was going to listen to your old medley when i found out that there is a new one >~< you just made my day
I will now rest peacefully knowing all of the Walks Been taken. Fantastic job once again! Sounds even better than last time
Was just reminiscing about the original version of this and I got recommended this beauty. Awesome job, keep it up bro :)
I really love your mix this is my favorite version
The man himself returns, missed you buddy
I hate you, this is too good
I don't usually comment, but damn it I had to. Randomly stumbled onto this gem of a video and I've binged to every one of your mixes so far. They are a treat for Halo fans. Please keep them coming, mixing them with Infinite's promising soundtracks. Also Subbed.
@josh11735
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man! I’m glad you enjoy them! :D
He's back
I love the addition and transition with each halo soundtrack
Wish this showed up in my feed sooner. This is shmakin
This is exactly what I was hoping to find, thank you!
That was unusually beautiful.
You've certainly kept it clean, if not better! The new iteration is now my favorite, but just barely
Another amazing mashup with "Walking in the Woods". Love your videos.
Whos still here bigging up the master chief, all hail 🙌 🙌🙌🙌🙌
Yes mate! I had your last version on a playlist and poof it disappeared, was actually sad as this is by far the best medley out there. Great job and glad you're back.
@josh11735
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks man! :D Also, the original version disappeared? That’s odd, I never unlisted/privated it. Does it still show up for you if you search for it?
@Costelad
2 жыл бұрын
@@josh11735 I think I was referring to an alternate older version from two years ago. The original version I didn't like too much because the cow bell was a bit too prominent for my taste. This version now though seems closer to the older version...there is a chance that the older version I'm referring to was done by another person though lol.
It’s... beautiful. Thank you so much!
Your first rendition was epic, and this rendition is just as epic. 343 should hire you to make their music.
This is just amazing. I give you a wholehearted thanks.
The one we've all been waiting for
Ahh, feels so good to listen to this. The music of Halo is such a crucial part of it's identity. I've listened to Halo 4/5 OST recently and even though I can't say it's bad, it's just pretty generic. It sounds just like any other epic blockbuster soundtrack. At the same time there's no way you hear this and doesn't recognize it's Halo. I really hope they'll do it right with Infinite. Great job you did here!
¡Que buen mix!
Super nice and relaxed. Thank you...😍🥰
man, you always upload the best halo remixes. it's good to see you're back. this is why I'm glad I subscribed back then, keep up the great content!
Heck yeah I’ve been waiting for this!
WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHH
When i hear halo reach version it makes me think of the unsc navy
Love your music as always!!!
This was amazing, keep up the great work.
You never disappoint, keep up the good work.
Glad you still do these and awesome as always!
This is the way you made a mix, thanks dude!! Herectic, hero.
I missed you Bro This is my Jam
Now you need to make yet another mix, with the 8-bit version from Infinite. And yes, I am just saying that because I want another mix from you; They're too good!
@josh11735
2 жыл бұрын
Ngl, that 8-bit version is pretty awesome :P Thanks btw! :)
Give us HALO
@josh11735
9 ай бұрын
Hoping to get to that one day. There’s a lot of decisions to be made about what should/shouldn’t be included in such a mix.
This is great.
amazing track as always! love your work man :)
@josh11735
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! :D
Another banger great job 💯
oh damn, sounds so good
Yeeeeeeeeeww Worth the wait bois!
Amazing
amazing ty Josh
Wow Amazing 😮👏😍
Posting for the algorithm
@josh11735
3 жыл бұрын
The algorithm has been appeased! ;D
Well done.
This is amazing good work!
Just perfect
Love this music !!!
Why does it feel like that Another Walk and Through The Trees was meant to be mix and to be in one song.
Ey! This bops
Hopefully soon we can see one of the floods like Devils monsters, demon and heretics, etc.
@josh11735
3 жыл бұрын
I have done a flood themed mix before (though it wasn’t Devils, Monsters).
@cesarmelendez1715
3 жыл бұрын
@@josh11735 I really think that Devils, Monsters, sounds something different, it has a certain tune
Underrated
Este y covenant dance son mis favoritos❤
Awww yeah