Super Marcato Bros. Video Game Music Podcast

The bros finally bring another installment of Show & Tell! As always, this is an eclectic mix of great video game music, both old and new. In the middle of the episode, Karl presents Will (and in a way the listeners) with another Name That Tune game. Enjoy this fun and memorable episode!  05/15/16

This is one of the funkiest episodes the podcast has ever seen. This week, the guys dive into the music of the recently released game Supreme League of Patriots. Composed by Jake Kaufman, this soundtrack is simply irresistible. Enjoy the grooves!  05/08/16

It's time for another installment of Listener Show & Tell! These very special episodes consist purely of tracks submitted by the wonderful listeners of the SMBVGMP! Enjoy an eclectic mix of great VGM both old & new!  05/01/16

In this episode, the guys feature video game music with vocals! This focus provides some great contrast to much of the music that is frequently played on the show. Enjoy some of the best vocal-centric VGM, from the likes of Bastion, Chrono Cross, Katamari Damacy and many more!  04/24/16

In this very relaxing episode, Karl & Will focus on water and underwater themed video game music. Enjoy some of the most effective and memorable tracks that evoke immersion through submersion.  04/17/16

In this long overdue episode, Karl & Will explore the one-of-a-kind soundtrack to last year's Undertale! Composed by Toby Fox, (the game's designer), this score was one of the most talked-about of 2015. The guys discuss what makes it so eclectic, emotional and entirely unique.  04/10/16

In this electrifying episode, Karl & Will explore the music of Mega Man 9 & 10! These games were love letters to the unforgettable 8-bit joy that was found in the original Mega Man games for the NES. Enjoy some killer VGM!  04/03/16

This week, the guys focus on Superhero games! Throughout the history of video games, there has been no shortage of superhero titles, and despite many of them being lousy, the music was frequently the redeeming aspect. Enjoy!  03/27/16

This week, the guys focus on music from Mobile Games! We're talking Angry Birds, Tiny Wings, Candy Crush and many more! This subgenre has grown dramatically in the past few years, and there is some amazing music to be found here. Enjoy!  03/20/16

In this long-awaited episode, Karl & Will explore the gorgeous soundtrack to Terranigma! The guys discuss what makes this one of the most refined and sophisticated SNES scores ever produced. Enjoy!  03/13/16

It's time for another installment of Marcato Radio! As the guys take this week off, they present a non-stop collection of excellent video game music. This playlist has a mini focus on Spring. How many tracks can you recognize?  03/06/16

In this one-of-a-kind episode, the guys (joined by Stephen and Bryan Kelly) explore the music of Banjo Kazooie! Recorded live from MAGFest 2016, this episode has a spontaneous energy unlike any other! Also- Grant Kirkhope drops by for a great chat! Don't miss this unforgettable episode.  02/28/16

In this bonus episode, the guys first debrief and recap some of their highlights from MAGfest, and then present the audio of their panel on the History of Video Game Music!  02/25/16

This week on the podcast, Karl & Will explore the many instances of Jazz Fusion in video games! The guys discuss some of the distinct characteristics of this genre. This topic was suggested via Patreon by Carlos. Enjoy!  02/21/16

In this spontaneous Bonus Episode, Karl & Will shoot the breeze from their hotel room in Alexandria, VA, anticipating their weekend at MAGFest!  02/18/16

In this long-awaited episode, the guys dive deep into the incredible music of the Etrian Odyssey series! Composed by Yuzo Koshiro, this series combines the best of old and new to create something timeless and appealing. Enjoy!  02/14/16

This week, the guys explore the music of the Mario RPG games. Starting with the original Super Mario RPG for the SNES, and moving through both the Paper Mario as well as the Mario & Luigi series. Enjoy!  02/07/16

For the Season 9 Premiere, Karl & Will explore a very common and specific melodic technique that is used at great length in video games. Listen to this unique episode to discover what the guys have coined the "Five Finger Fanfare."  01/31/16

200 episodes!! For this incredible milestone, the guys reflect back on some of their favorite memories of the show, answer questions from listeners, and share a handful of classic tracks! Karl also challenges Will and Marty to a name that tune game. As well as some other fun surprises! You can watch the video or audio version below.  01/24/16

This week, the guys take a look at one of the most seminal years in video game music: 1994. This year saw the release of some of the biggest and most beloved soundtracks of all time! Enjoy this incredible collection of VGM.  01/17/16