Sinopsis
A podcast which shares, discusses and analyzes the best in video game music from all different generations. Topics of discussion include: composition, melody, harmony, chords and rhythm, as well as technical aspects, such as hardware limitations and production. Enjoy a new episode every Monday!
Episodios
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Episode 234: Rudra no Hihou
19/09/2016In this very special episode, the guys spotlight on one of the most beautiful SNES scores that you probably haven't heard of. Rudra no Hihou. The guys discuss why the score to this Square RPG (released 20 years ago) should be celebrated for many years to come.
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Episode 233: Puzzle Games
12/09/2016This week, the guys focus on music to Puzzle Games! We're talking Tetris, Lemmings, Bust a Move and many more. Karl & Will discuss the unique aspects of this genre's music, as well as some that aren't so unique. Enjoy this quality collection of music!
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Episode 232: Marcato Radio 9
05/09/2016It's time for another installment of Marcato Radio! These are episodes with non-stop playlists of excellent video game music from every generation. How many tracks can you recognize? Enjoy!
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Episode 231: Show & Tell 20
29/08/2016It's time for another installment of Show & Tell! Karl & Will each bring in their own playlist of tracks that the other hasn't heard. And in Show & Tell fashion, they duke it out in order to decide the track of the week. Enjoy a diverse assortment of great VGM!
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Episode 230: Bomberman
22/08/2016The guys finally focus on the music to one of the funnest and longest-running video game series: Bomberman! Karl & Will discuss what makes the music of this series so special. Enjoy some classic tunes, as well as some you probably haven't heard before.
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Episode 229: Sports Games Round 2
15/08/2016To coincide with the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio, the guys focus once more on music from Sports Games! The first Sports episode was all the way back on Episode 52, so this second installment is long overdue! Enjoy some fantastic VGM!
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Bonus Episode: Back in Orbit & AXIOM
11/08/2016Karl & Will each have new albums out this week! In this BONUS Episode, they share them in their entirety back to back. Enjoy some brand-spanking new music from the Marcato Bros!Back in Orbit starts at: 3:18AXIOM starts at: 42:21Visit our new websites here:www.karlbmusic.comwww.williambmusic.comwww.martybmusic.com
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Episode 228: Okami
08/08/2016This week the guys explore the highly acclaimed PS2 soundtrack Okami! This is a long overdue spotlight on a very emotional, nuanced, and revered score! In addition, the guys announce the release of their albums Back in Orbit and Axiom that are both out today!
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Bonus Episode: Street Fighter II: Ultimate Edition
04/08/2016In this BONUS episode, the guys unveil an exciting project that Karl has been working on in secret for the past few months: Street Fighter II: Ultimate Edition! Completely remixed, re-arranged and remastered from the raw Arcade, SNES, and Genesis sound files, this is Street Fighter II but better than you've ever heard!
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Episode 227: Naoki Kodaka
01/08/2016This week on the podcast, Karl & Will finally dedicate an episode to the wonderfully unique music of composer Naoki Kodaka. Known for his music for classic Sunsoft titles such as Batman and Blaster Master, Kodaka is truly one of the 8 and 16-bit legends. Enjoy!
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Episode 226: Cliché
25/07/2016In the Season 10 Premiere, Karl & Will take a very unique and objective look at formulas, techniques and patterns that pop up constantly in video game music. Enjoy this in-depth and thought-provoking episode!
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Episode 225: Manami Matsumae
18/07/2016Featuring an Exclusive Interview!In the Season 9 Finale, Karl, Will & Marty spotlight on the career of the legendary Manami Matsumae! The guys were fortunate to have an exclusive interview with the composer behind the music of Mega Man, U.N. Squadron, Mighty No. 9, and many more. Enjoy this insightful look at one of the biggest talents in video game music.
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Episode 224: 1988
11/07/2016For the second-to-last episode of the season, Karl & Will explore the year 1988 in video game music! This was an enormously important year, which saw the release of some of the most classic 8-bit and Arcade soundtracks. Enjoy this trip back to the 80s!
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Episode 223: Original Showcase 9
04/07/2016It's time for another installment of Original Showcase! These episodes, done once a season, are when Karl & Will share their own original music they have composed for various projects and albums. Enjoy an eclectic mix of music by the Super Marcato Bros!
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Episode 222: More Summer Music
27/06/2016Sit back, relax, and enjoy another collection of killer Summer Jams! It's been a few years since the Bros last touched on this relaxing and fun topic, and boy is it good to be back! Stay cool with this chill playlist.
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Episode 221: Do-Over: Arcade Games
20/06/2016This week, Karl & Will do their second "Do-Over" episode! This time, it's on the topic from Episode 5- Arcade Games. The guys revisit some of the greatest arcade music ever composed. Enjoy!
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Episode 220: RTS Games
13/06/2016In this episode, Karl & Will explore the music of RTS (Real Time Strategy) Games! The guys were surprised to find such an abundance of beautiful orchestral music in these games. And they discuss how the music services the genre of RTS. Enjoy this stellar collection of tracks!
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Episode 219: Marcato Radio 8
06/06/2016It's time for another installment of Marcato Radio! This time around, the playlist has a special theme- European Composers! Enjoy this non-stop collection of quality VGM!
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Episode 218: Fire Emblem Fates
30/05/2016In this very moving episode, the guys explore the gorgeous soundtrack to this year's Fire Emblem Fates! Seeped with emotion and sophistication, this is a soundtrack that shows just how far video game music has come. Enjoy!
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Episode 217: Bad Music Round 2
23/05/2016In the most-requested follow up the podcast has seen, Karl & Will once again explore the very worst in video game music. These terrible tracks will make you laugh, wince, and question everything. WARNING: Bad music lies ahead... Enjoy?