Three years ago, Koa composed a love-letter to Rainbow Dash Presents called Rainbow Disaster Pop, with each song about a different episode of the legendary fan series. For its anniversary, she gathered up a bunch of artists to create a remix album. Enjoy all the various ways these musicians have given the tracks a makeover, from hardstyle to dubstep and from drum & bass to pop punk! As a special extra the album ends with No Rainbows Bossa Nova, the background tune to Dawn Somewhere’s Rainbow Factory Employee Safety Module.
Remix
Wooden Toaster – RAINBOW FACTORY (GNG REMIX) | Brazilian Funk/Phonk
GNG’s remix of the fandom classic “Rainbow Factory” by Wooden Toaster takes all the electrifying energy of the original and funnels into an equally potent banger which sounds like it came straight off the floor of the factory itself! The kick is unbelievably powerful, its percussive elements sound like hacking saws, and its synths sound like alarms going off, giving this quite the industrial vibe. It’s an absolutely great listen for anyone wanting a piece which packs an extra punch.
Vale & FL0 | avast_wholesome_peach.mp3 | Dubstep
It maybe April Fools, but this song is no joke, just 100% fun internet vibes. Vale & FL0 have made a remix of a remix, paying homage to both the original Kitsune^2 track as well as Wooden toaster’s rendition. Expect your Fluttershy “yay” chops but infused with dubstep wubs, and then toss those expectations out the window when the piano solo hits. Perhaps a second meme song might even sneak in. Either way, it’ll be hard to get through this one without breaking out smiling.
Daniel Ingram – Invisible (Memory Tale 2024 Remix) | Drum & Bass
Memory Tale brings new life to “Invisible” with their remix, turning it into an electrifying Drum & Bass experience that hits all the right notes. Packed with deep, rolling basslines, punchy drums, and a surprising touch of electric guitar, the track delivers an irresistible energy that’ll have you bouncing in your seat. The addition of backing vocals enhances the emotional weight of the melody, adding depth without overshadowing the driving beat. Whether you’re a seasoned D&B fan or just dipping your hooves into the genre, this remix is a must-listen — and trust me, it’s worth it, I’ve listened to a lot of Drum & Bass so when I tell you it’s good – It’s really good!
Thrack – Never Give Up (Chang31ing Remix) | Electronic
Chang31ing is back with another remix of a song debuting this year! His take on Thrack’s “Never Give Up” kicks up the energy levels to nuclear with the faster tempo, synth bass, and stabbing synth pads. He makes liberal use of vocal effects, creating an ambient texture of reverberated, side-chain pumped, and droning background vocals, very reminiscent of the wastelands from Fallout Equestria. It’s a lovely tribute to the original while also striking out own and re-envisioning the song.
Lukas Graham – Off To See The World (SAWMASTER Remix) | Progressive House
SAWMASTER’s remixes are fire, and if you haven’t heard their take on Lukas Graham’s “Off To See the World” from the 2017 MLP movie, you’re missing out. The verse are graced with the soft pulses of epiano and the steady subtle rhythm of shakers. The chorus is pumping with huge synth leads and the classic kick and snare associated with house. The transitions are great too, with the snare building up energy leading into the chorus, and a great fake-out with all the instruments dropping off before the second verse. It’s a certified banger for sure.
Daniel Ingram – Shine Like Rainbows (Jensen Stiles Remix) | Progressive House
Jensen has gifted us with his first remix of an official MLP song, “Shine like Rainbows” by Daniel Ingram. He takes a progressive house spin on the tune, starting out with a piano hammering the chords and gorgeous ethereal pads before jumping into the main groove with soaring synth leads. The middle continues to develop texture with acoustic guitar blending in nicely with all the synths. Overall, it’s a very introspective and thoughtful track, matching the original’s context as an end-credits song to Rainbow Rocks. Fantastic work!
Ryleo Goldridge & Daniel Ingram – Dreaming is Believing vs A Changeling Can Change (Faulty Mashup) | Pop
Back in the sixth season, Spike’s plea in favour of Thorax was a heartwarming song about the changes a character can still go through free from the burdens of one’s origin and past. With this mashup, Faulty gives this defense a more upbeat spin by letting Spike sing to Ryleo Goldbridge‘s “Dreaming is Believing”. Both titles on their own were a joy to listen to already, and this combination of them is no different, so give it a listen!
Boyd, Confalone, & Bustamante – Photo Booth [Ice Angel Remix] | Progressive House
Ice Angel’s keeping the love for Equestria Girls alive with an absolutely delightful remix of “Photo Booth” released earlier this year. The track starts by mellowing out the bass line, adding soft guitar and an ever so subtle touch of mallet-like synths to make a sparkling texture. But don’t get too used to that instrumentation–the chorus is dominated with big synth arpeggios and even a cow bell thrown in for fun! It switches things up later on by swapping the house beat with a drum and bass groove. Overall, the song’s is upbeat and euphoric, a lovely banger sure to raise your spirits!
Tw3Lv3 ft. Koa, MC-Arch, Drummershy – One Small Thing (Royalpony Remix) | Hardcore
Earlier this year, Royalpony released a hardcore remix of one of the modern classics: “One Small Thing” by Tw3Lv3 and company. His take begins with rapid synth arpeggios and the mellowest of sub basses, gradually building in intensity with the kick, snare and Koa’s gorgeous vocals. But, right as the track prepares to land its big drop, RP throws in a twist and has the entire instrumental drop out before swinging back into the groove. MC-Arch’s rap segment is also nicely done with a fresh beat, and it’s overall a wonderful and fresh take on the tune.
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