Donkey Kong Country 2 Symphony | Full Album (19 Tracks)

[@BenZimmermannMusic]

My new The Legend of Zelda symphony album is out now! I hope you will enjoy this new installment! Enjoy! kzbin.info/www/bejne/aGq8dZ-QabVropI

[@alffredos]

Can you do a full album like this but with your music of Ace attorney pleaaseee???

[@DOOM_SLAYER_OFFICIAL]

Is there a way we could download the music scores for ourselves? I'd love to play thin in the orchestra

[@enrico307]

Wer wünscht sich auch, ein Reboot der Donkey Kong Country Reihe? 🍌🐒🌴🏞

[@indigofenix00]

I will never not find it funny that one of the most complex, varied, and atmospheric video game soundtracks of all time comes not from an epic RPG or plot-heavy adventure, but a platformer about a pair of monkeys fighting alligator pirates. A great rearrangement of a legendary soundtrack.

[@Crichjo32]

I know right, if you listened to this without knowing any of the context, you would just assume it's from some epic pirate movie - not a decades old game about monkeys jumping on crocodiles.

[@gasser5001]

It really is. I can’t stress this enough… it’s such an amazingly beautiful arrangement.

[@KapNMorgaN]

don't lose Dixie

[@MonkPain]

Well to be fair this is one if not the best platformers of it's era. It deserved this soundtrack and no less.

[@tyleralderson3624]

David Wise is one of the best, if not the best, VG music composer of all time, with Chris "Turrican" Huelsbeck, no more, no less😉

[@souziago]

I've been blessed by the algorithm.😭🙏

[@BenZimmermannMusic]

Haha thank you!

[@souziago]

@@BenZimmermannMusic Thank YOU for this. Forest Interlude had me in tears.

[@vallesampa]

Me too!! Awesomeeee

[@millthor]

So have I!

[@Animefreak242]

Right?! Such a beautiful suggestion

[@silentrouge]

The fact people are still innovating music from 25 years ago says how good this is

[@BenZimmermannMusic]

Absolutely!

[@reno.rodolfo3089]

Dance machine playing Bethoven music 200 years later in a mix : am I joke to you?

[@xXSigma21Xx]

No doubt Dk2 is one of or arguably the best in the series

[@Raziel433]

Bach, Mozart, Beethoven et el would like to have a word with you 😬☺️

[@boombeatz27]

@@BenZimmermannMusicwow ❕

[@xyz-ns7ym]

Wise basically wrote an epic adventure movie score on snes hardware. Amazing really. Awesome rendition 👍

[@robjackson4050]

i don't think he's ever done a bad soundtrack

[@yampaamvs]

@@robjackson4050 has he written anything recently? What other games has he composed for besides SFA and Donkey Kong?

[@jclkaytwo]

@@yampaamvs yooka-laylee 1 and 2, snake pass

[@RMoocher]

The Soundtrack on the DKC series took the SNES to the next level, for sure.

[@joshuakastner1485]

@@yampaamvs If you havent heard the Tropical Freeze soundtrack yet go immediately and listen

[@MarioSonicDKPokeFAN]

David Wise would be very proud! His work has inspired millions over the last 2 decades

[@BenZimmermannMusic]

That's so true. He is one of the reasons why I'm doing music!

[@Metaknightkirby2]

Mining Melancholy is criminally underrated.

[@Krizalid3YE]

it's my favorite. XD

[@Clodd1]

My fav of all.

[@Krizalid3YE]

@@Clodd1 You like the humming too?

[@Clodd1]

@@Krizalid3YE Yeah.

[@Krizalid3YE]

@@Clodd1 A man of culture as well. I tip my hat to you.

[@ShadayStarz]

Rare Intro: 0:00-0:15 K. Rool Returns 0:15-1:15 Welcome to Crocodile Isle 1:16-2:51 Jib Jig 2:51-4:29 Lockjaws's Saga 4:30-8:10 Snakey Chantey 8:11-10:34 Flight of the Zinger 10:35-12:47 Hot-Head Bop 12:49-15:40 Bayou Boogie 15:41-17:39 Bonus Level 17:40-18:15 Forest Interlude 18:16-22:43 Boss Bossanova 22:43-24:13 Dixie Victory 24:14-24:44 Mining Melancholy 24:45-27:26 In a Snow-Bound Land 27:29-31:55 Disco Train 31:56-35:08 Stickerbush Symphony 35:14-39:42 Krook's March 39:43-41:56 Crocodile Cacophony 41:57-46:10

[@acc8860]

Stickerbush😭😭♥️♥️♥️♥️❤️♥️❤️♥️❤️

[@bromantx]

The real MVP thanks

[@elon_bust]

In a Snow-Bound Land sounds like something future Tom Delonge would write

[@Yizuslabs]

Esos eran melodias finas, bien orquestada y trabajado con excelencia. Que más se puede pedir, era la emoción del juego y te entrabas en el personaje del momento, pero te ayudo a desarrollar para lo que venía más adelante, luchar ante las adversidades de tu vida.

[@thesaltking7355]

The real peoples champion. The guy with the time breakdown.

[@Devilman6066]

I am pretty sure I am having a mental breakdown. I am currently watching a bunch of computer animated monkeys run through a honey comb, collecting coins and bananas.

[@BenZimmermannMusic]

Thank you all soooo much for the support on this album, i really put a lot of time and effort into it. We're right now at 90.000 views and that's just insane! I'd like to do some more video game tracks on my channel. What would you like to hear?

[@MrKayar0]

Thanks for the awesome work. I listen to this while im working.. just insane. The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past

[@BenZimmermannMusic]

@@MrKayar0 Already have to tracks but I would love to do some more!

[@leandrosantti4]

Some tracks from Final Fantasy VI would be amazing!

[@CoLDSuNdeR]

The Konami jingle

[@diegotec675]

Mario RPG ?

[@tundeukwu]

I was today years old when I found out the spider could angle the web shots....just blew my 35 year old mind...all the hours on my SNES....great times

[@tayzonday]

This brings back memories. You really love lead syncopation ❤️💪🏾.

[@dakotabeal70]

This guy speaking facts. Tay you a goat btw

[@BenZimmermannMusic]

I have no idea what lead syncopation is :'D But glad you're enjoying it!

[@JohnSmith-cw5hs]

king

[@richarddavis8863]

@@BenZimmermannMusic Based ear

[@richarddavis8863]

Wow didn't realize it was the Chocolate Rain guy at first

[@himynameisjoeyc]

This is actually so good it hurts. I've loved this game and its soundtrack since the day it came out. What you've done here means more to me than you will ever realize. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart for this.

[@BenZimmermannMusic]

Thank you so much! This means a lot to me!!

[@lisandroreynoso]

Totally agree. This was the first game me and my dad played. I miss him. It reminds all the good times I had with him.

[@fulinibassman]

Forest Interlude and Stickerbrush Symphony are two of the songs that most marked my life, I'm here moved by their version, in tears as I write this comment. Thank you for that!

[@ScOULaris]

Are you kidding me with this? This is phenomenal. The original tracks were already great, but these orchestral compositions manage to have their own unique identity while preserving the soul of the originals perfectly. Well done.

[@aguilarrojasoctavio4402]

Flight of the zinger was a bang

[@deletedTestimony]

I want to mention how much I love the dramatic buildup in Lockjaw's Saga, it just feels fantastic to finally have those drums hit. Utterly moving.

[@BenZimmermannMusic]

Thank you! A friend of mine helped me to get these drums sound just right :)

[@ignaciossilva]

THIS!!!!!!!!!!!!! Finally a epic version of this track.

[@sorrydude636]

Lockjaw's Saga was one of my favorite tracks from the original game. On first play, this rendition started off a little slow and different for me, and I wasn't sure how to feel. ... but then THOSE DRUMS hit for the first time.... Every hair on my body stood on-end. A flood of nostalgia and excitement pulsed through my very soul. Such a faithful rendition of the original with added flair in all the right places. This was AMAZING, perfectly done!!

[@Floydpink68]

Forest Interlude is just magical 😍 18:16

[@edkalal6343]

Agreed

[@michaelamicangelo4379]

I'm not crying, you're crying This is incredible, Ben! Thank you!

[@serpent6827]

As a 5 year old in 1995 when this game released, I remember my brothers and I got this game for Christmas that year and we immediately started playing it. DKC2 was, is, and always will be my favorite game in the DK series. The different world themes, and especially the soundtrack are what make this game so special to me. Thank you for bringing this bit of nostalgia into my day.

[@FleshNFaith]

The electric guitar in Croc Cacophony is stellar. It just brings the "villain" motif up to 11.

[@KKiryu]

Mr. Zimmermann. You made it. You can't imagine what this game means to me. It's not just my childhood, it's my everything. You took the best part of the game, the soundtrack, created by the one and only, the legend, David Wise, and you elevated it to another realm. Listening to this was something I needed so much right now. Amazing job. Simply outstanding. The tears in my eyes are tears of pure joy. Thank you so much.

[@RoadrunnerMoose]

This is amazing. I especially love how you put bits of Gangplank Galleon into Snakey Chantey

[@BenZimmermannMusic]

Thank you so much! Later I discovered that smash bros ultimate remix did the same thing :'D

[@lemmykoopa1379]

Holy crap the Stickerbrush Symphony one literally made me cry this is so beautiful!

[@davidamyot6816]

I've listened to countless number of remastered / remakes / covers / remix... And let me tell you, this is one of the best work I ever came across.

[@rockmanhunter]

So many years hearing this music in my head. Now It's here.

[@legrandliseurtri7495]

Why is this getting recommanded to me now? I haven't watch anything DKC2 related in month, the video is not recent, it doesn't have an incredible ammount of views...weird. Oh well, even I don't understand it, I'm glad it happened.

[@BenZimmermannMusic]

I'm glad it gets recommended now haha

[@raisie6334]

Same ^^ Anyway, the video is great!

[@miisterclutch5005]

@@BenZimmermannMusic same happened to me today, wonderful tracks!

[@mzxrules]

DKC 3 on the switch now

[@seesidesummerhouse6112]

KZbin recommended works in mysterious ways.

[@ariel.madrid]

As an initial comment, it's risky to modify something that important to a fanbase such as a beloved videogame ost but the greatest things in this world come from brave people who take the risk of taking something we thought was perfect and making it even better. Oh my heavens! From the bottom of my heart I thank you for this tribute to an entire generation who played this masterpiece. This is beyond words, it's impossible to hold a tear, nothing moves a heart than a great childhood memory turned into something this amazing.

[@Yizuslabs]

I will pay twice or triple the ticket price to see a symphony orchestra playing this entire piece of art, melody to my hearings.

[@vesperiadragon3221]

Listening to the first 10 minutes, I was so happy thinking that some symphony out there actually played all of this at some concert, wishing that I could have attended....and then I read the description...and it's SOME PERSON?!?! Fucking FANTASTIC!

[@ThomasFogle]

My favorite video game soundtrack of all time right here

[@BenZimmermannMusic]

Thank you all for the support! Can't believe we hit almost 350.000 views! The next installment of this series is coming soon! It's a little different this time tho. Hope you're gonna enjoy it!

[@Keith52Yo]

Drop us a hint!!

[@BenZimmermannMusic]

@@Keith52Yo nah, i can't spill out all the rupees yet

[@mikejones2823]

Donkey Kong 3 dixie Kong double trouble sympathy soundtrack

[@jibronipizza5981]

Shit slaps dog

[@Sweezi]

im really looking forward to it! this is awesome, goosebumps like crazy

[@pepeadri]

My old soul needed this. Takes me back and gives me peace. Thank you

[@beastmodetech]

Your build up to Lockjaws Saga was beautiful and masterfully done. I had nostalgia tears, bravo!

[@kyletwilley921]

This was such a memorable soundtrack for me growing up and hearing it redone so well is truly epic. I’m blown away by the musical talent that was put into this.

[@wllorens]

Beautiful, when those drums came in on Lockjaw's Saga I got goosebumps lmao soo good. Thank you so much

[@jorgee.4570]

Dude, just cried with this amazing piece of art. Glad to found this in these dark times we're living. Just thanks!!! ♥

[@zaambas]

I can imagine a animation movie with this soundtrack. Your capture all the essence of the original Soundtrack and I even couldn't handle my tears on Forest Interlude part, such a great work!

[@BenZimmermannMusic]

Wow man, thank you!

[@calebpaige5113]

I've just got to take a momment to stop and say how fantastic this whole thing is. My god, I can't even really describe how well done this entire symphony is, you absolutely nailed it.

[@OratoryJamesIV]

One of my all-time favorite soundtracks ENHANCED! Brilliant work!

[@JYRAD]

Flight of the Zinger is the Dark Horse of this game...hadn't really paid attention to that one until this.

[@kagancox3210]

Mining melancholy honestly let the floodgates open man. What a beautiful nostalgia trip all the way through 😭❤

[@MegaLukas]

incredibly good congratulations and thank you for blessing my hearing

[@sanyo_neezy]

now that's an appropriate way of putting it :D

[@VHerrera96]

The fact that i cried at least three times listening to this. Wow. You really killed it. My inner child is fcking happy right now ❤

[@alphamoose4385]

Glad to see the love for this game and its soundtrack hasn't died.

[@lightness_senpai]

The nostalgia hits hard here! This OST was from when I was happy and never knew. Excelent work!

[@MacS1ms]

Thank You for this absolute banger. A bit sad that you stopped this format, and that you didn't do the other 2 parts of this legendary JV saga, but this mix is incredible!

[@TheDJYosh]

This is fantastic! I discovered it a few hours ago but can't pry my ears away.

[@BenZimmermannMusic]

Thank you! That means a lot to me!

[@sabrewulf6320]

I grew up playing this gem of a game and it's still one of my all-time favorites. You absolutely knocked this thing out of the park and to the moon. It was a complete privilege listening to it.

[@RMoocher]

Amazing effort, man. Totally worth the year and a half you spent on it! Like millions of other gamers, I played this game to death in the 90's, love David Wise's soundtrack, so therefore really appreciate this amazing DAW reconstruction/composition. I noticed you added some extra original parts of your own in there too. Sneaky!

[@mattgilbert4122]

There is NO EXCUSE for the soundtracks of these games to be this good. And these recreations are amazing! Great job, and thank you so much!

[@rezahydra]

I only just found this but this is glorious. As one of the best, if not the best 2D platformer and one of the pinnacles of original Rare ingenuity, this truly showcases what David Wise did on the 16 bit console.

[@Teryaki11]

Also, the middle to end of Forest Interlude is on point, brings goosebumps and tears every time I hear it! You made an already amazing album even more amazing!

[@YoshWilbur]

I just started watching and the God Damn title screen made my cry

[@BoominBanana]

Hearing Forest Interlude arranged in such a beautiful way got me choked up a bit. Thank you so much for this gift, sir!

[@BenZimmermannMusic]

Thank you!!!

[@Cheshirejax]

I listen to the DK soundtracks sometimes when I study. I cannot believe this hadn't been recommended to me! I am a huge fan of these games & their music - thank you for doing this, I love this so much!

[@BenZimmermannMusic]

Thank you!!

[@benluttenberger7860]

This brought a tear to my eye. Very impactful, I subbed because of this.

[@kevinjamesmith]

"In a snow bound land".... My GOD. Incredible work!!!

[@ct6852]

Good times. DK music hit it out of the park. It had no business being this good...but glad it was. ❤

[@JeffreyJohnny15]

Snakey Chantey is my favourite track because of two reasons: It captures the essence of the first DKC game soundtrack so well and second it makes me feel nostalgic! But the entire video in it's entire is amazing! This game and it's soundtrack will always have a place in my heart. Thank you for all your effort!

[@BenZimmermannMusic]

Glad you're liking it!

[@JeffreyJohnny15]

@@BenZimmermannMusic What is your next project? Is the first DKC game soundtrack up next for a symphony remaster? I bet you can make it sound just as epic as this one!

[@BenZimmermannMusic]

@@JeffreyJohnny15 I have a plan for a shorter album. But no DKC for now.

[@JeffreyJohnny15]

@@BenZimmermannMusic Can't wait!

[@Hb1290Logos]

0:15 Nintendo Pictures presents: DONKEY KONG COUNTRY: THE MOVIE

[@jonasnoe8484]

Thank you, Ben, sincerely, for this work. Brings me back almost 30 years to the SNES game of my life. Listening to it every day currently, absolutely fantastic. Thank you.

[@DragonCrestPC]

Thank you so much for this bro! Sounds amazing!

[@alexcanpes]

this is ABSULUTELY MESMERIZING! I cried, I laughed, I felt so many things remembering the incredible moments that I had with this game as a child. thank you so much, Ben ❤❤

[@pault9544]

I can't even put into words how awesome this is! Thank you for allowing me to relive my childhood. You've truly outdone yourself with this masterpiece!

[@SilenceManifests]

This is great! Fantastic! Really breathes new and vibrant life into an old childhood classic. Thanks for taking the time to compose this, and to share it with all of us retro souls.

[@sebastiantafoya3609]

I am so glad the algorithm blessed me with this masterpiece, thank you sir, I rate this 11 golden bananas out of 10

[@BenZimmermannMusic]

Thank you so much :)

[@nunyabusiness1232]

I also really appreciate how the music is actually synced up with gameplay to show where the songs show.

[@drewinreallife2010]

The flute solo in Hot-Head Bop made me cry 😭

[@R3dm3talHdZ]

DKC2 is the greatest game of all time! one of my faves! so much nostalgia growing up with it... best platformer ini my opinion. Love all the music and love this album!

[@NintendoFan]

This is fantastic! So many arrangements... I got the chills just listening to it. Now THIS is epic! Great work!

[@BenZimmermannMusic]

Thank you!!

[@TheLeaderofLard]

What I have been waiting for since I was a child, I have finally found. Bless you.

[@green.9082]

This Lockjaws's Saga tune is a supreme work of art! Congratulations, Ben!!

[@josevalenzuelaalvarez3093]

Its astonishing to read most comments and realize that I'm not the only one who feels special things hearing this beautiful OST.

[@Blucham]

This gave me chills several times throughout. I love a lot of the choices you made, like underplaying certain parts to focus on the backing instruments, or the various flairs and chimes you just use as the song picks up! I’m absolutely buying this album!

[@BenZimmermannMusic]

Thank you for your support!

[@felipedejesus145]

This is the best DK2 arrangement I have heard, I listen to this while working everyday. Great work!

[@jamaisnunca]

I'm so lucky to discover this amazing masterpiece, this should have been youtube purpose of existence in the first place, videos of hard working people sharing their hearts.

[@Capris9x]

Wow!!! This is so amazing there are no words for it. Forest Interlude is so perfectly made. One song that isn't here that I would have absolutely loved to hear is Haunted Hall 😁 Edit: after listening to it again, I think Lockjaw's Saga is my favorite. The slow buildup to the first drums hits you so hard, I love it!

[@joaovinicius4507]

This is the magic of the internet at its best, wonderful job!

[@marioappelius4489]

I don't remember if I've posted before... but I'm impressed by the quality of this!!!! Really grateful for your work!!!!

[@josedemoya4026]

I gotta tell you man, this gave me goosebumps and some tears came out my eyes, Snakey Chantey is my favorite song in a video game and you made it even more memorable! Congratulations!

[@BenZimmermannMusic]

Naww that means a lot to me! Thank you!!

[@grafagrifo]

This is amazing! DKC 2 and its OST are some of my favourites of all time, and your rendition of it is incredible. It is a pleasure to listen to it. Thank you!

[@mumb0]

You made something already wonderful even more of a masterpiece, i love it! ❤

[@RobertFriendly-hg2zy]

That Lockjaw's Saga cover blows the top off the house!

[@areyouafraidofthedog]

I was expecting a midi rip with half assed effort as an album like some of the other video game OST "albums" I've seen on KZbin... Boy was I in for a shock. Great work. This is really, really good. It is clear you put love and time into crafting these into Symphony versions. 11/10, 4 thumbs up. Subscribing.

[@DoJayMi]

I think what I love most about this game is that unlike the first one, K. Rool's presence is felt from the _very beginning._ The first track you hear at the title screen is called "K. Rool Returns," and that leitmotif is heard as you traverse through Crocodile Isle, and in Crocodile Cacophany. What's more, his presence is felt through Donkey Kong's _absence._ You're playing the entire game as Diddy, a sidekick rising up to heroism by necessity, all while Cranky is talking down to you the entire time. It all culminates in a poetic finale where K. Rool, after being built up to this entire time, gives you a fight worthy of the pirate king. And what's more, you get a rematch against him thanks to Klubba, and it's one big gauntlet without Donkey Kong to help you. K. Rool's not messing around anymore, finally recognizing Diddy as a threat, and you get one shot to hit him. Even after that rematch and the explosion of his ancestral home, K. Rool still sails away, laughing it off, and the Kongs know they only live on borrowed time to prepare for the next encounter.

[@Splinton]

Your rendition of In A Snow-Bound Land has literally brought me to tears. I will DEFINITELY be purchasing this album. I wish I could subscribe twice.

[@wahluigiking4482]

Same here. i agree.

[@sanyo_neezy]

Dude, I didn't know what I was gonna get into when I clicked it, but as soon as K.Rool Returns started playing I immediately got the chills all over my body

[@jotaemebasically]

This soundtrack brings back so many memories from my teen years. I can't thank you enough. You've taken a flawless score and, somehow, elevated it!!! Congratulations...and thank you once again.

[@BenZimmermannMusic]

Wow that means a lot to me! Thank you!

[@karolane-jadepaul3244]

HOW on earth I was living without this ?????

[@adamcalrissian]

This is such a special piece of work. Thank you for sharing, and you deserve the world mate!

[@melaniearter687]

Wow! You did an incredible job. I always knew this music was amazing and beautiful and you really helped bring that out with this arrangement. Glad it isn't just me who still loves this game and its music after all these years!

[@simonorourke4465]

This was truly fantastic, I take my hat off yo you sir. In all seriousness from the very first rendition of the opening logo drop you took this 36 year old man straight back to getting this game for Christmas when I was 10 years old. Well done I'm very glad that your video was recommended to me in the side bar of a DK country retrospective video. I'll be loo,ing forward to seeing whatever you do next.

[@BenZimmermannMusic]

Thank you!!

[@yan-amar]

This version of Stickerbush Symphony is quite enjoyable. I love how it gets all worked-up at some point. By the way Stickerbush or Stickerbrush? The Internet doesn't seem to agree.

[@kissamee5751]

Smashed that replay button. You sir, deserve much praise. Thank you for this experience.

[@BenZimmermannMusic]

Glad you like it!

[@andrewlawrence5934]

Snake Chanty was brilliant man. I even loved at the start. S N A K E W A V E!! Amazing. This game was the type of experience you just didn't find anywhere else!

[@ViralWatchMedia]

Holy hell. this.... is.. amazing, YOu basically just remastered everything to perfection, the sound quality is superb.

[@decasibus3801]

Is that a clarinet I hear on Snakey Chantey? My man! This is one of the cooler arrangements I have heard of a great soundtrack on what I believe to be one of the best SNES games ever made. Thanks for this!

[@BenZimmermannMusic]

Yes it is! And thank you!!

[@aketsuuu]

What you have done here, sir, is take a series I hardly knew before 2018 and now love, and you've masterfully reorchestrated every track from DKC2. DKC is truly an amazing series, keep up the magnificent work. Glad KZbin recommended me this.

[@BenZimmermannMusic]

Thank you so much!!

[@YoshWilbur]

Shit the Title screen made my cry! I forgot how amazing this music is and how much of this game my childhood was!

[@trancefamcanada]

25:26 Mining Melancholy always hits me right in the feels. Amazing job, by the way!

[@BenZimmermannMusic]

Thank you!

[@theunseen010]

Lockjaw's Saga is SO EPIC! Amazing job recording this masterpiece from my childhood! Nice solo at the end ;)

[@RoseyPixels]

I can't stress how amazing this is! I love the small creative liberties you took with some of these tracks.

[@BenZimmermannMusic]

Thank you!!