Super Metroid: Lower Brinstar Jazz Video Game Saxophone Cover

Even a space bounty hunter needs to chill with some jazz from time to time. Insaneintherainmusic's video game jazz saxophone cover of Lower Brinstar from #SuperMetroid.
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I've known about this song for years, and thought it was a great pick when I decided I wanted to give some more love to the Metroid series on this channel! I've recently been listening a lot to the band Kneebody, and thought their heavily electronic-infuenced approach to jazz would serve this particular game series really well! As such, I took a lot of liberties with this video that I wouldn't normally, such as adding some FX to saxophone and rhode tracks that distort the sound a bit. I also added some pretty heavy color correction!
Additionally, with the help of my patrons on Patreon, I invested in a motorized camera slider for my videos! This slider allows me to incorporate motion into my video shots in a variety of ways, which I've really been interested in doing. The splitscreen editing is cool, but I think having full-sized videos and some extra camera motion in the shots might be the direction that I want to take this channel in in the future! Not 100% sure about that yet, but I'm really happy with how the shots look in this video :) Let me know your thoughts in the comments!
♫ “Lower Brinstar" from “Super Metroid" composed by Yamamoto Kenji
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[@projectz975]

if, rather than a legendary space hunter, Samus Aran was a hard boiled detective on the mean streets of Chicago

[@Mikemarquez3884]

YES!!!!! this comment wins!! So fucking true.

[@Dartremix]

d y n a m i c c a m e r a a n g l e s i love it

[@ABCDEFGHdumbo]

Insane in the Rain: The Album: The Movie

[@kevinmackey3166]

In 3D where available!

[@supahstarclod]

I absolutely love how this cover is true to the source, but with instrumentation and arrangement that expands upon the original. The new panning shots are nice too!

[@MrBeklager]

HEHEHE I AM A SUPAHSTAR CLOD thats most of his arrangments goes, hes my favorite artist

[@boltcry9349]

your username is a holy thing

[@daltongill8677]

this is pretty good, has a 70's crime drama feel. also, HOT DAMN, that solo! upper brinstar next, maybe?

[@ksager123]

Dalton Gill facts.

[@dernamenlosefan]

Ikr? I could imagine this going as the intro and in a toned down version as the investigation scene music.

[@toasterstrooder8628]

Yeah. If Metroid had a detective show, this would be its theme for sure.

[@barrygeistwhite3474]

Samus Aran, PI? I'd watch that shit.

[@Jongjohnjilbers]

Two consecutive weeks of uploads, and some of the best of his works? We are forever in your debt, Samus Eiene.

[@insaneintherainmusic]

you're too kind.

[@cynicismkills]

So smooth it's practically lewd.

[@sikufox]

cynicismkills *CRISCO*

[@ryanalegre6910]

Like Samus...

[@King-ij4mr]

@@ryanalegre6910 back to horny jail with you

[@nightshadegatito]

Practically and factically.

[@skysoldier31]

Goes so hard it's practically lard.

[@Kobozo375]

Never really played Metroid but I’m always down for the music

[@Evan-mt7bc]

Oh I highly recommend, it. To start with getting into the series you need to play Zero Mission, Super Metroid and Prime 1, all the games are good but these are the creme de la creme, after that you can really go anywhere with the series, if you want more 2D games Fusion and Samus Returns got your back, if you want more 3D then Prime 2 and 3 are great, heck even Other M has some redeeming qualities and isn't trash tier like the internet circle jerk wants you to think.

[@Dr.Alligator]

Kobozo Do yourself a favor and play Super Metroid right now

[@kodykid168]

If you want ease your way in to the series, I'd recommend starting with Zero Mission, then moving on to Fusion, Super, or Samus Returns. Of the 2D games, Super is the most expansive and flexible, but it also gives you the least direction, so if you don't have a feel for the style after Zero Mission, I'd say move to the others before it.

[@WideMouth]

Evan W I would say play Samus Returns between Zero Mission and Super since it takes place between those games.

[@ICharlyl]

Instead of Metroid 2 or the remake, play another Metroid 2 remake or AM2R in short. It is the game that introduced me to 2D Metroids and it is incredible. Better than the original and the official remake by Nintendo.

[@Stanimus]

True Dark Jazz.

[@MisterAppleEsq]

RE: the description, the wide shots are really cool, and I can't wait to see more of that technique, but I'm also pretty sure that I wouldn't like if it the splitscreen went entirely. I just like the aesthetic of it.

[@skip8770]

I think he went for this camera style for this cover since it fit the theme of the music and game.

[@MisterAppleEsq]

+Skip :] Description.

[@insaneintherainmusic]

Agreed! I'll evaluate things depending on the feel of the video, and film accordingly :)

[@wam0wilson788]

5 years later still listing to this song. Simply Amazing.

[@therealbahamut]

This is like "detective noir, smoky night club, downtown backstreets pulp comic" level jazz right here.

[@RJManette]

I've recently discovered this channel and I've been absolutely hooked. As a musician I'm blown away by how not a single part of this is anything short of fantastic. It's faithful to the vibe and energy of the original but still breathing new life. All your content is awesome. I aspire to be as full of heart and soul in my music as you display time and time again in all your videos 🔥❤️ much love from Niagara Falls, Canada

[@thepiemaster477]

Oh man, this is one of my favorite Metroid Tracks and this sounds really, really awesome. And I'm loving the dynamic camera in this, it's a really cool touch.

[@Bulby]

Crazy how this works so well. Great stuff!

[@insaneintherainmusic]

Thanks dude :3

[@aaron7578]

The Bari Sax really adds so much even though it’s so simple

[@justinharris9079]

Love the eerie panning and zooming cameras! The way the camera never stops moving adds the unsettling feeling you get while playing Metroid. Amazing video, as usual!

[@nickr2964]

A video one week after another? What's going on here? Well, a welcome surprise nonetheless. What a *blast* to listen to. That pun was *burning* me up inside. Incredible as always, Carlos!

[@hauntedskittydoll]

Nick R A surprise to be sure, but a welcome one.

[@crunchycm]

Hello there

[@hauntedskittydoll]

General Crunchobi

[@ordinary585]

You are a bold one.

[@toasterstrooder8628]

@Nick R - Don't shame yourself over it. I personally _lava_ good pun.

[@rcookie5128]

Metroid's soundtrack is known for its ambient or atmossphere setting tunes, and this cover definetly pays toll and lives up to the name of the original! The filters, panning and zooming shots really make this and all-around immersive experience!! Top-notch work, as always mi amigo! edit: Ohh the echo effects have to be praised too, I think this sells the exploring feeling (feels like inside of a dark, big cave-system)

[@Sylentmana]

There’s literally not enough “yes” in the world to describe how I feel about this!

[@mally1124]

Dude, I LOVE this!! One of my favorite Metroid tracks reimagined!! Well done!

[@al_x2138]

This is my favorite jazz cover of any video game ever, and I'm not even a huge fan of Metriod. I've been coming back to listen to this every so often, and every time it provides this otherworldy, yet deteremined vibe- which fits perfectly Metriod. I first listned to this throughout my lowest times, and something about the melody resinated with me. Whenever I'm listening to this I imagine some sort of disasterous hellscape with a character slowly struding forwards through, struggling yet determined. The high pitch drone at 2:02 starts to intensify as if it's a reminder of danger, yet the main melody maintains a certain groove, which can also serve as a reminder that everything will be okay. IDK I just wanted to ramble about my favrite jazz cover

[@jbivphotography]

YES!!! This is my favorite track from Super Metroid. Great work!!!

[@insaneintherainmusic]

Glad you liked it :D

[@donnellbailey1243]

He turnt this into a Jazz Funk song that's talent right there.

[@inyalgaico1563]

The instruments fit so well with the drunken strolling nature of the song and the pacing like wow and somone to really hit home and play it so well

[@dl5641]

0:48 I literally was not expecting that sax to be so gosh dang sexy on this song! Like I was grinning ear to ear for a minute there after that moment! I would have never thought to do a jazz rendition of this song, but now that I've heard it, it's forever changed the way I look at this song in the best way possible

[@TheCreepypro]

one of the finest covers of this song I have heard! the saxophone is luscious!

[@LorenHelgeson]

Brinstar Red Soil remains my favorite game tune in the 16-bit generation. Your rendition does it justice.

[@JanneSala]

Sorry for not commenting here recently, I have been listening to your covers but I've mostly talked about them on the Discord server. I see you're really putting that moving camera stand to use here! The cinematography is certainly only getting better and better with each cover, not to mention the mixes and arrangements. This is a super understated track that you squeeze all the best material out of, with sick chords and solos on top of the stellar transcription. Your drum lines are getting real good these days, too! Just fantastic work overall.

[@insaneintherainmusic]

Thanks man :) comments anywhere are appreciated!

[@cashwarior]

3:29 Me trying to play Metroid

[@HarmoniChris]

Hyuk.

[@gersonmelendez8940]

This made me horny

[@lazybacon7520]

Trying to wall jump

[@VariaSweetGuardian]

Me laughing at everyone in this section right now as I complete the game and speed run it for fun for the millionth time

[@nerdynobody574]

I had this stuck in my head all day today and it was GLORIOUS

[@colbygreen4548]

I never thought I could fall asleep to this song but this is a chill remix

[@adamwhitef7ck697]

From an actual jungle to the concrete jungle. Really does have a steamy-city-at-3:00-a.m. feel to it.

[@SirSandvich]

I swear your videos are getting better and better by each week. Keep up the amazing work!

[@saranghae1saranghae]

Oh, yeah! I love the distortion, and the reverb that make this feel a little dark like Metroid.

[@insaneintherainmusic]

Exactly what I was going for :)

[@BingBangPoe]

I love how this cover still manages to capture the atmosphere of the original song. I love it.

[@mustard_96]

I didn’t ever think you could jazz up Metroid. Way to prove me wrong

[@derekmurphy9739]

This just showed up in my feed and I was PLEASANTLY surprised. When that sax came in I was both busting a gut and loving it at the same time. Well played.

[@insaneintherainmusic]

Oof thank you!

[@Ragnarok1881]

Damn, watched this a few months ago and it got suggested again. I just couldn't resist to replay it again.

[@CinemaJacket]

It’d be interesting to see a mix of split screen with slider shots. I love the look of this whole video!

[@dtmuffinman]

Metroid as a series has music that does not stand out at ALL, but that's because it's not supposed to. It's meant to be atmospheric and minimalist to represent the vast and barren abandoned planets Samus visits. And so it's definitely an interesting choice for a game to cover, and I'm surprised at how much I love this rendition. Really cool.

[@insaneintherainmusic]

Agreed! The series doesn't have a lot of melodic music, but that fits the game very well.

[@steelram4098]

This is one smooth jazz cover if i ever heard one

[@ASquared544]

Absolutely criminal this couldn’t be on Spotify

[@vp-retro]

You know. The more I listen to this. The more I feel a Jerry Martin Sim City jazz esque vibe to it. It's pretty awesome.

[@voodoodolll]

Jesus Christ I've been listening to this and your cover of ODST on Spotify for years. So nice to randomly come across this!

[@Driftee]

Dayum this song was made for this kind of..dramatic jazz. sounds great!

[@sirmetaknight1]

Man, this song gives me nostalgia!

[@kefcr]

Such a gem. I've heard it like 10x today. Thank you for this!

[@jonahcastruccio6823]

The motion in all of the shots looks great! I definitely wouldn't be complaining if you did more of it in the future. Of course, the music is fantastic as well!

[@rafaelcalazans]

Dude, what a magnificent cover! Wow, I'm speechless!

[@beatsbreaksbricks6566]

I can't get enough of this cover

[@LeviBechtold]

This is amazing!!! METROID IS MY FAVORITE THING EVER!

[@cookedchicory6742]

Incredible result With the sound FX and new camera effect. The production value here is high level (and the musicianship is awesome as always). This one goes directly into my favorites (keep listening to it endlessly).

[@austinwright6655]

in love already and song isn’t even halfway over

[@maikybravo6108]

I like this so much, It's so god damn good, I love it, and it's one of my favorite melodies of the Metroid Saga

[@RasplinYT]

You really deserve more attention so much passion and effort done!

[@insaneintherainmusic]

glad you think so! it just takes time on youtube :)

[@Livingeidolon]

The original metroid has some of my favorite music in it. I love to hear interpretations of it!

[@insaneintherainmusic]

Happy to liked it! Thanks for listening to my interpretation!

[@Eszik3]

Great cover! Would love to see you cover Kraid's Lair from the original Metroid

[@insaneintherainmusic]

Yes yes yes, that song has been on my to-do list for so long. I love the intricacy of the melody.

[@taco2253]

Holy Hell, you actually did it! I'm so joyous over this as I've been asking for some time now. And goodness, did it come out so much better than I expected. I absolutely how you went for a slightly faster-paced version more than a relaxed one like most would. The inclusion of an electric keyboard was a perfect add on, to my surprise. Also the camera work in this was phenomenal. Thank you so much for this beautiful piece of art.

[@insaneintherainmusic]

Woo! Happy to deliver, sir! Glad you liked the choices that I made in this :)

[@rainwitchansy]

My favorite Metroid track of all time!

[@ViewtifulSam]

I've been listening to this back to back for a good while. This is my life now. Somebody help

[@insaneintherainmusic]

The only way I can help you is.... hitting the replay button for you!

[@ViewtifulSam]

I'll take it! :D

[@IPerry8]

Dude those camera shots were SICK! Almost as sick as this cover! Definitely some rocking jazz for Metroid, and an excellent style choice for Lower Brinstar too. You know how to keep it interesting and engaging. Keep up the great work Carlos!

Awesome. Kneebody has to be my favorite band right now, and metroid music one of my most loved ost. This is just spot on.

[@luccarodrigues781]

The moving camera passes add a lot of visual interest to your covers, dude. Awesome!

[@AlphaCrucis]

Knew I was gonna love this before it even finished loading.

[@subakuryu]

The groove-stank face continues to age well! I love this arrangement/performance a whole lot and the panning camera is a great touch to the video!

[@insaneintherainmusic]

thanks a bunch :D

[@Sylentmana]

This turns Samus from a space bounty hunter in Lower Brinstar to a hard boiled detective on the mean streets of 80s New York on a rainy night.

[@ElmaXC]

I can’t get over how much I love each of these instruments’ roles. The keyboard especially is just amazing! 💕

[@socky1714]

Wonderful rendition of an iconic theme.

[@JonathanSias]

So many thoughts! Initial reaction: Oh My. Camera movement: I love it! New toys and new tools to play with, but yes, it does help create more dynamic visual shots which helps contribute to the visual performance. This was a lot of fun! I don't expect your famously well arranged split screens to go away, but I enjoyed having much more wide screen time per instrument than usual. Color Correction: You said heavy handed, and you meant it. I think it works for this arrangement, like you said, it was experimentally heavily stylized and it fits Lower Brinstar well, but in the future be gentle, or be intentional (like this was). sfx: I love a good natural tone, but I love that you are experimenting and branching out. The FX felt fantastic here. Not that your arrangements ever sound thin, but these definitely added a "fullness" and depth to the sound. What a ride! Your videos of late have been absolutely top notch! Thank you for your hard work and for sharing it so readily. :)

[@DanielChavez-gc9ev]

You are an absolute fan and genius, thank you for all the extra arrangements and for keeping it so loyal to the theme's scense. Absolutely enjoyed this and would love to jam this on drums with you master 🙌🏻

[@-LorDDawi-]

The revolving camera adds an interesting and likable feel.

[@insaneintherainmusic]

I agree! Thanks for checking it out :0

[@-LorDDawi-]

insaneintherainmusic - Carlos Eiene It's really well suited for a slower, low toned song such as this one. Well done Carlos. Keep up the great work.

[@zentember]

i can't believe you made ambient creepy music into a hip alleyway downtownm concrete jungle jam with wet streets and moonlit puddles

[@Bufosmixes]

You can never ever go wrong with Metroid.

[@insaneintherainmusic]

Agreed.

[@iownalx23]

what a jam to start the morning.

[@TG-ue2vu]

this sounds like a masterpiece.

[@RespectThePep]

That keyboard phrasing midway thru the song really carries this arrangement to a whole new level. Badass as usual

[@insaneintherainmusic]

Thanks a bunch :)

[@diegoherrera2647]

I literally listened to the first 5 seconds and instantly liked the vid

[@brunogariazzoleon2013]

Very good, very good indeed. Always wanted to rearrange this theme

[@dannymusic]

Dude, this groove is spooky good! Just goes to show how much mood and atmosphere can be set with only two chords, and then the subsequent changes are even more impactful! :)

[@insaneintherainmusic]

Thanks man! I was really intimidated by the fact that this song only had two chords and was super repetitive, so I sort of embraced that by focusing on the groove! (Also reharmed some of the chords in the tune later on hehe)

[@Mullkaw]

The last Metroid is in captivity. The galaxy's jammin' tho 😫🤠

[@insaneintherainmusic]

oooof

[@texhakathisia1712]

don't think I have ever enjoyed cover this much, amazing!

[@dano6857]

Feels like an 80's cop noir-y film. Like it.

[@supermarilink]

Carlos you have absolutely outdone yourself with this one. That extended keyboard solo was just *kisses fingers*

[@Ganon111]

One of the best themes from Super Metroid. Nicely done!

[@Hutabah]

Wow! Just played through Super Metroid, Zero Mission, and AM2R last month! This is perfect!

[@FifthOfNovember_Original]

Nintendo needs to make a film-noir movie universe based on Metroid, and make you the main composer for it!

[@donalias812]

This piece is a reminiscent version of Metroid Prime's Pirate Unsunken frigate. As Hans Zimmer, John Williams, and much more, composers recreate versions of the same melodies they create before, to give them a sort of feeling. It's pretty fascinating.

[@Sklade]

Shout out to that sick organ solo in the middle, and the sax psuedo-solo later on. There's such chaotic energy sprinkled across the song, which perfectly carries the vibe of Lower Brinstar, brought about in that insaneintherainmusic jazzy way. As always with every time I hear one of your covers, it feels like the best one I've ever heard. Keep up the amazing work!

[@danieldevaney2290]

This was what was played in the lift that took you to and from different locations

[@zadonzd8604]

I WAS NOT READY FOR THIS. So when i saw this in my sub feed, my heart literally skipped a beat. I love these covers, and this happens to be my favorite Metroid theme of all time. Thank you sir!

[@goforthviolet]

Loving the keys on this track. It's a cross between Herbie Hancock and Phelonious Monk.

[@RoPanuganti]

Some of the best ideas you've tried visually hands down. Love hearing the more electronic side of your skills too!

[@insaneintherainmusic]

thanks dude! Excited to expand upon this in the future.

[@toasterstrooder8628]

This is killer! I love how the electric piano provides the main melody while the saxophone backs things. Usually it's the opposite with modern jazz, and it works very well for this piece.

[@SgtNomadZero]

My favorite metroid track, hands down. AND YOU FUCKING NAILED IT! I love you!

[@Miyapoop]

Interesting to hear you interpret something dark/sinister! Great job.

[@NickHoad]

I never knew how much I wanted this until it came out. Amazing as usual

[@1337metalfan]

This is honestly amazing. I never realized how perfect some of these melodies would be for saxophone.

[@TheSkywardKid]

Man I love the Metroid series soundtracks. Awesome cover man!

[@indigocactus3089]

Your best video yet in terms of editing, and the arrangment itself is outstanding! Great job as always, man!

[@ivandidonato5712]

Evrithing of this arrangament is amazing. Wow

[@insaneintherainmusic]

Thank you so much :)