
Both make intelligent contributions to the overall sound, which makes for a much more interesting listen. Since this soundtrack does take such a different stance on style, it is no surprise that Uematsu-san has enlisted the help of two other Squaresoft composers, Junya Nakano and Masashi Hamauzu. And even though it reverts back somewhat, the polished skills of the composers give it a sound that is very fresh.
FINAL FANTASY ORCHESTRA MIAMI SERIES
While this results in a soundtrack that is much more "video gamey" than recent previous installments, it does give the score a "hip" edge that the FF series hasn't visited since its earlier days on the SNES. People who are looking for a more movie-like sound to the music are probably going to be very dissapointed since the music takes a complete, huge turn away from that perspective and lands on a considerably more pop-oriented armature. It's not the best of all the recent ones, but it marks a very stylish view for the music of the series.
I, myself have thought that Uematsu's skills have increased dramatically in almost every respect, and it's my pleasure to announce that the latest FF score is quite enjoyable, for me at least. It seems that many fans have claimed to "roll with the punches" when it comes to Final Fantasy soundtracks since the SNES era.

Suteki Da Ne (Orchestra Version) (NU & SH).A Dream Which Will Someday End (NU & MH).Reception For The Great Sage Micah (JN).
