Episode 131: Collaborations

This week, the guys take a look at some of the most successful collaborations in all of video game music! The idea of collaboration is obviously something that is very near and dear to Karl & Will's heart, so this episode is a special one. The guys discuss not just the tracks themselves, but the larger context of the game, and how the composers worked together to achieve something great. Also, another installment of Marty's Corner!  09/28/14

Episode 130: Modern Chiptunes

This week, the guys explore the vast world of Modern Chiptunes! This is music by artists and bands which, while not featured in video games, use a video game sound chip. This is an extremely popular and active sub-genre of video game music, which people dedicate entire podcast shows to. The guys discuss what makes this music different from retro game music. Enjoy!  09/21/14

Episode 129: Marcato Radio 4

It's time for the fourth installment of Marcato Radio! As Karl & Will take the week off, enjoy a fine hand-picked collection of non-stop video game music from all generations! See how many tracks you can recognize!  09/15/14

Episode 128: Chrono Cross/Xenogears

This week on the podcast: Chrono Cross/Xenogears! it's a dual spotlight on two PS1 JRPGs composed by the wonderful Yasunori Mitsuda. The guys are joined this week by Sean Schönherr, an active listener of the show, and more importantly an expert on Chrono Cross. Sean brings some welcome insight and context to the music's use in the game. Enjoy this exploration of these two stellar Mistuda scores!  09/07/14

Episode 127: Shovel Knight

Time to face the inevitable: It's the spotlight episode on Shovel Knight! The guys dive deep into the best soundtrack so far of 2014, and honestly one of the most exciting in recent memory. Karl & Will discuss what makes Jake Kaufman's VRC6 chiptune score so darn remarkable, and truly his greatest work yet. Enjoy the spotlight on this modern classic!  08/31/14

Episode 126: Humor in Video Games

In the exciting Season 6 Premiere, Karl and Will explore Humor in Games! More specifically, they discuss the many different ways in which composers can score funny games, to further elevate moments of comedy. Enjoy this diverse and in-depth look at not only the music to humorous games, but its relationship to the games themselves. Also, Marty stops by for another Marty's Corner! Warning: This episode may cause laughter in your cubicle).  08/24/14

Episode 125: Peter McConnell

Featuring an Exclusive Interview!

In this very exciting Finale to Season 5, the guys have their first ever repeat guest! It's time for a spotlight on legendary and prolific video game music composer Peter McConnell! Peter returns to the show to talk about his career, focusing this time on his solo work (post-Lucasarts). And specifically, his score to the recent Double Fine game "Broken Age." Enjoy this insightful look into Peter's incredibly unique and recognizable style.  08/17/14