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Episode 54 – Continue?
June 24, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 130 MBContinue themes in video games: Essentially a step stool to repeat a failure. But are these tunes worth revisiting outside of the gaming experience? Mike and Justin think so, and so they challenged each other to come up with a large assortment of some unique continue tracks. From discussions about songs that either sound like … Read more "Episode 54 – Continue?"
Episode 53 – Sounds of the Sega Master System
June 10, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 150 MBWith Sega’s arcade ventures dwindling at the time, the Japanese arcade game maker decided to try their hand at making consoles, and eventually this led to today’s featured console, the Sega Master System. Called the Mark III in Japan, this PSG-based audio system (which also featured FM Synth in certain games) has always had a … Read more "Episode 53 – Sounds of the Sega Master System"
Episode 53 – Sounds of the Sega master System
June 10, 2020 04:00 - 150 MBWith Sega’s arcade ventures dwindling at the time, the Japanese arcade game maker decided to try their hand at making consoles, and eventually this led to today’s featured console, the Sega Master System. Called the Mark III in Japan, this PSG-based audio system (which also featured FM Synth in certain games) has always had a mix of somber or cheery sounding music. On today’s episode of XVGM Radio, Mike and Justin peel back the figurative shell of the console to bring you a dive into all regi...
Episode 52 – Run ‘N Guns
May 27, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 164 MBGet ready for some spreadshot, some rocket lawnchairs and discussions about Kevin Bacon-lookalikes dealing drugs, because XVGM Radio is blasting their way onto the scene with an episode focused on the Run ‘n Gun genre and it’s music! Often looped in with shoot ‘em ups and First Person Shooters (FPS,) Run ‘n Guns are more … Read more "Episode 52 – Run ‘N Guns"
May Patreon Live Recording – 2020
May 23, 2020 02:46Tonight’s episode was a ton of fun and we were so fortunate to have on one of Mike’s longtime chiptuner and game composer friends, Michael “NEStrogen” Raisner! Michael was a ton of fun to talk to and we learned all about his soundtrack and composition style for Super Hyperactive Ninja, a game he did the […]
Episode 51 – Yooka-Laylee Back to the Fluture
May 13, 2020 05:00 - 2 hours - 165 MBWhen Playtonic Games set out to develop a new 3D Action Platformer in the vein of Donkey Kong Country and Banjo Kazooie, they went back to the original composers who made those games sound so fantastic: David Wise (DKC) and Grant Kirkhope (BK.) But how did those games influence the sound with this new franchise … Read more "Episode 51 – Yooka-Laylee Back to the Fluture"
Episode 50 – Listener Requests
April 29, 2020 05:00 - 2 hours - 185 MBA Podcast is nothing without it’s listeners. That’s why Episode 50 is both a celebration for us AND a chance to celebrate YOU! We’ve been advertising this one for a few months now, and thankfully, you guys brought the goods. But instead of picking and choosing which tracks to play, we decided to just play … Read more "Episode 50 – Listener Requests"
April Patreon Live Recording – 2020
April 25, 2020 03:30We miss baseball. So much. Really, we just miss normalcy. But baseball was part of that. The season would've been in it's first month of playing, so what better way to enjoy the sport than to jam out to some absolutely KILLER Baseball VGM?! With Justin not being able to make the recording of this episode, Mike brought in long time collaborator on PixelTunes Radio and current host of VGMbassy, Ed Wilson to pinch-co-host for Justin! Hear Mike and Ed talk about balls (not necessarily getting wre...
Episode 49 – Licensed from the 80’s
April 15, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 146 MBGrowing up in the 1980s, Justin and Mike latched onto tons of different IPs in various incarnations. From cartoons to movies and even commercials, the nostalgia of the 80s has never burned brighter for our generation. Even newer generations are looking back at the 1980s for everything from fashion to music. On this week’s show, … Read more "Episode 49 – Licensed from the 80’s"
Episode 48 – The Music of Final Fantasy VII (feat. Knight of the Round)
April 01, 2020 05:00 - 2 hours - 196 MBHailed as one of the greatest video game experiences ever, Final Fantasy VII was a game changer. It revolutionized the Japanese Role Playing Game market and the art of storytelling in a video game at the time of its released. Now, almost 23 years later, we are about to see a remade version of the … Read more "Episode 48 – The Music of Final Fantasy VII (feat. Knight of the Round)"
Episode 47 – Konami Unleashed in the East! W/ Dan Laughton
March 18, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 138 MBThere’s plenty of Konami classics that never made their way outside of Japan. We could probably do an entire episode like this featuring the Ganbare Goemon series! However, today we’ll be focusing our efforts on two shoot ‘em ups (SHMUPS, Shooters, Shmupdangos, whatever you wanna call them!) Falsion, a Famicom Disk System game that took … Read more "Episode 47 – Konami Unleashed in the East! W/ Dan Laughton"
March Patreon Live Recording – 2020
March 14, 2020 15:27Since everyone is up in arms (and for good reason) about the Coronavirus, we thought we’d do an episode on: FOR YOUR HEALTH! Join Mike and Justin as they reveal ghastly personal medical stories (both funny and gross,) share never-before-heard outtakes from Episodes 43 and 45, and chat about the pandemic that’s sweeping the globe, all during this Patreon-exclusive live show!
Episode 46 – Reverse Picks!
March 04, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 149 MBWhen co-hosts pick tracks on a video game music podcast, it’s typically songs they enjoy. But what if you tried to guess which picks your co-host would pick? In this episode, Justin and Mike reverse their picks, allowing Mike to pick tracks he thinks Justin would enjoy, and Justin to choose Mike’s tracks. What follows … Read more "Episode 46 – Reverse Picks!"
February Patreon Live Recording – 2020
February 22, 2020 04:40Mike and Justin decided it was time to celebrate their favorite ladies of the video game world...and what better way to do that then to showcase some of their music! The boys wax nostalgia for their favorite women in games and the music that represented them. Listen as Mike shares an intimate story about his awkward high school years, Justin educates everyone on Dizzy’s questionable adulthood, plus plenty of side tracked stories about fighting games, Marvel VS Capcom Ultimate’s horrific face ...
Episode 45 -Series Spotlight on Rhythm Heaven w/ Nikotengoku!
February 19, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 123 MBIn the mid-2000s, Nintendo threw their rhythm-based games hat into the mix with the Game Boy Advance Japanese exclusive, Rhythm Tengoku. The franchise eventually was brought to other regions of the world, and with it, a smorgasbord of tasty audible treats. From smooth jazz to ska to hip hop infused metal, this series has it … Read more "Episode 45 -Series Spotlight on Rhythm Heaven w/ Nikotengoku!"
Episode 44 – Valfaris with Curt Victor Bryant
February 05, 2020 05:00 - 2 hours - 205 MBWhat oozes neon, smells of decaying bugs and gives you a neck injury? Why, it’s Valfaris, of course! Released in 2019, Valfaris brought a 1980’s Heavy Metal Magazine aesthetic to the run-n-gun genre, and along with it came an equally brutal, tranquil, and exciting soundtrack by Ex-Celtic Frost member, Curt Victor Bryant. It’s not everyday … Read more "Episode 44 – Valfaris with Curt Victor Bryant"
Episode 44 – Valfaris w/ Composer Curt Victor Bryant
February 05, 2020 05:00What oozes neon, smells of decaying bugs and gives you a neck injury? Why, it’s Valfaris, of course! Released in 2019, Valfaris brought a 1980’s Heavy Metal Magazine aesthetic to the run-n-gun genre, and along with it came an equally brutal, tranquil, and exciting soundtrack by Ex-Celtic Frost member, Curt Victor Bryant. It’s not everyday you get certified rock stars on the podcast, so Mike and Justin talked up a storm with the composer! From his beginning days in Switzerland at the jukebox, ...
Episode 43 – The Sounds of the FM Towns
January 22, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 152 MBJapanese computer systems and consoles rarely coincide, but when it comes to Fujitsu, the two go hand in hand. Meet the FM Towns Computer System and the FM Towns Marty Console. Two systems with similar audio components that take the best of the 16 bit era (FM Synth, Redbook Audio, and PCM Sample-based music) and … Read more "Episode 43 – The Sounds of the FM Towns"
December/January Patreon Live Recording – 2019/2020
January 11, 2020 04:07Mike and Justin close out the year with a selection of even more winter/holiday music! Feast your ears on these tracks which all close out the festive holiday time of year, and introduce everyone to a new year, and a new decade! Congrats to all the winners of the Patreon exclusive Shakedown Hawaii contest!
Episode 42 – Sierra, an Audio History
January 08, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 133 MBSierra Games is heralded as one of the premiere adventure game developers and publishers that existed. Deep care went into the development of the games they created, thanks to a husband and wife creative partnership between Ken and Roberta Williams. Together, they formed Sierra Games, a developer and publisher which created some of the most … Read more "Episode 42 – Sierra, an Audio History"
Episode 41 – Winter Trax
December 25, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 147 MBThe XVGM Radio boys get into the festive spirit by choosing tons of awesomely epic winter and/or holiday themed tracks to get you in the mood, no matter what you celebrate! Listen in as Mike and Justin chat about the mysterious “Furniss Flare”. Hear the guys determine if there’s too many Xenos….and of course, Nermel … Read more "Episode 41 – Winter Trax"
Episode 40 – Free Picks Again 再び
December 11, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 160 MBIt’s time for another roll of the dice because XVGM Radio is back for their second round of free picks! We’re choosing songs from all across the VGM spectrum and bringing you a surprising mix of music. From new to old, from licensed games to obscure MAC-Exclusive shooters, to back-to-back mech based games, the VGM … Read more "Episode 40 – Free Picks Again 再び"
November Patreon Live Recording – 2019
November 30, 2019 04:05Black Friday is upon us, and because of it, Mike and Justin picked tracks that are all about the main sporting event of the holiday: SHOPPING! Join the guys as they pick tracks from a variety of generations with shop themes that will either make you bob your head or relax. From Muzak to funk to 8-bit rock, this episode’s got a fresh vibe, all for the low, low price of only $1 minimum!
Episode 39 – REMIXXX!
November 27, 2019 05:00 - 2 hours - 174 MBAn episode that’s been a year in the making, Justin and Mike finally sit down and pick some of their favorite remixes! From nostalgic classics dating back to the beginnings of OCREMIX, to some more contemporary stuff from labels like Gamechops and even Youtube, this episode is a musical variety the likes of which ONLY … Read more "Episode 39 – REMIXXX!"
Episode 38 – Shakedown: Hawaii with Mat Creamer
November 13, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 141 MBGrit your teeth as you plow through innocent bystanders, hold up stores for insurance protection, and burn forests down with your flamethrower…it’s your world in Shakedown Hawaii. The successor to Retro City Rampage had a lot to live up to, and thankfully it doesn’t suffer from sequelitis, as it’s one of the best indie games … Read more "Episode 38 – Shakedown: Hawaii with Mat Creamer"
Episode 38 – Shakedown Hawaii w/ Norrin Radd/Matt Creamer
November 13, 2019 05:00Grit your teeth as you plow through innocent bystanders, hold up stores for insurance protection, and burn forests down with your flamethrower...it’s your world in Shakedown Hawaii. The successor to Retro City Rampage had a lot to live up to, and thankfully it doesn’t suffer from sequelitis, as it’s one of the best indie games this year. Take on the role of an aging 1980’s CEO, or his spoiled rotten to the core son, and even a hired mercenary to do the dirty work. All three are at your dispos...
Episode 37 – SPOOKYFEST 2019
October 31, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 143 MBIt’s that time once again for…SPOOKYFEST….2019! Yes, Spookyfest has returned to a backyard near us. Every year we host a special Halloween-themed episode of our show, but it’s totally done outdoors like a concert festival! Hear the crowds roar in between songs as Mike and Justin dig up 10 ghoulish tracks, a ghastly outro…and even … Read more "Episode 37 – SPOOKYFEST 2019"
Episode 37 – SPOOKYFEST 2019!
October 30, 2019 04:00It’s that time once again for...SPOOKYFEST….2019! Yes, Spookyfest has returned to a backyard near us. Every year we host a special Halloween-themed episode of our show, but it’s totally done outdoors like a concert festival! Hear the crowds roar in between songs as Mike and Justin dig up 10 ghoulish tracks, a ghastly outro...and even a Patreon request! Listen to the guys discuss Knuckles’ mode of transportation,debate about Phantom of the Opera’s melodies, and try to figure out if a track is ...
October Patreon Live Recording – 2019
October 26, 2019 02:30It’s that Spooky time of year again! Mike and Justin gather at the Halloween church of VGM to showcase some somber, creepy, and downright eerie tunes while talking about things that are special to them about this time of year. From chatting about Halloween non-VGM traditions to talk of Halloween treats, what a “hot dog storm” would actually look like, and all things SpoOoOoOoOoOoky, it’s a pre-game for SpookyFest 2019 like you’ll NEVER forget! The guys also mention a VERY special contest excl...
Episode 36 – Castlevania Oddities
October 16, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 160 MBCastlevania music has a special place in our hearts. But what about the wacky, wild world of Castlevania cameos, bizarre ports and side story games and other ‘Vania obscurities? Mike and Justin take the listener on a bumpy hayride past Dracula’s castle, and into his backyard to listen to some of the stranger versions of … Read more "Episode 36 – Castlevania Oddities"
Episode 35 – Super Nintendo Jams vs. Sega Genesis Grooves (Retro World Expo Live Panel)
October 02, 2019 05:00 - 53 minutes - 74 MBMike and Justin Hosted their first ever panel together, and they did it at Retro World Expo in Hartford, CT on September 28th, 2019! The guys wanted to do something to attract a big audience, and what better way to do that then to have the ultimate retro battle when it comes to VGM: Super … Read more "Episode 35 – Super Nintendo Jams vs. Sega Genesis Grooves (Retro World Expo Live Panel)"
Episode 34 – Super Thrash Bros!
September 18, 2019 05:00 - 2 hours - 171 MBTo be in a video game music cover band in 2019, there needs to be a gimmick of some sort. Fortunately, Super Thrash Bros. have a rock solid one. These gents combine wacky Smash Bros. themed showmanship and metal medleys with Smash Bros. themed costumes for a combination that can’t be beat! Today on XVGM … Read more "Episode 34 – Super Thrash Bros!"
September Patreon Live Recording – 2019
September 14, 2019 13:21Mike and Justin have returned with a chill episode full of free picks and wacky discussion! Hear about the supposed Tecmo Bowl of Cereal full of all your favorite Tecmo hits...but don’t forget to toss in some Tokyo Game Show 2019 Xenoblade and Final Fantasy discussion, discussions about zoo penguins, and various other non-sequiturs! It’s a free picks episode that will entertain the masses of Patrons! Thanks to all who showed up for the engaging live chat for the September live show! We look f...
Episode 33 – Celebrating 20 Years of Sega Dreamcast Music
September 09, 2019 05:00 - 2 hours - 167 MBEveryone join in now: Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you, Happy Biiirtthhhdaayyyy dear Sega Dreamcast, Happy Birthday to you! The Sega Dreamcast is largely considered to be Sega’s swansong and the final console to focus on arcade-based-ports to home-grown video games. Utilizing the NAOMI hardware, Sega was able to easily port games from … Read more "Episode 33 – Celebrating 20 Years of Sega Dreamcast Music"
August Patreon Live Recording – 2019
August 31, 2019 01:45BRRRR-I-I-N-N-N-G-G-G!!!! BRRRR-I-I-N-N-N-G-G-G!!!! School’s back in session, so what better way to end the summer season than a fun mix of funk, hard rockin’ guitars and smooth jams inspired by going back to school! Send the kids off with some great tunage only on XVGM Radio’s Live Patreon show for August 2019!
Episode 32 – Summer Jamz with KVGM – The Last Wave
August 21, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 137 MBDo you hear that sound? Can you feel it? The cool ocean breeze in your hair, the salt on your tongue. But wait…doesn’t this sound familiar? It’s because it’s the opening line in our guest’s mantra for his own show: KVGM Radio! That’s right! XVGM and KVGM our joining stations for a special summer jams(z) … Read more "Episode 32 – Summer Jamz with KVGM – The Last Wave"
Episode 31 – Kart Racing Tracks
August 07, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 145 MBZoom! Whoosh! Boing! Vroom! Start your engines and turn the volume up, because the XVGM Radio guys are going racing! Kart racing to be specific! Today, we’re checking out the wild and wacky world of the Kart Racing video game genre and the tunes behind the engine sounds. Celebrate good times and good memories with … Read more "Episode 31 – Kart Racing Tracks"
July Patreon Live Recording – 2019
July 27, 2019 02:54Thanks for supporting the show for the past year! We couldn’t have done it without all of you helping us out to improve the quality of our show, and it’s helped us to start bringing in bigger guests (case in point, Episode 30’s Grant Kirkhope episode where we covered Perfect Dark extensively!) To thank you, we’ve devoted this entire episode to you and your picks. The remaining tracks or Patrons that didn’t submit a track will be held to the next time we do a Patreon Pick episode (we’re thinki...
Episode 30 – Perfect Dark w/ Grant Kirkhope
July 24, 2019 05:00 - 2 hours - 187 MBFollowing the N64 smash hit, Goldeneye, RARE lost the Bond license. But this didn’t matter much to them, as their spiritual successor to Goldeneye pushed the Nintendo 64 to its limits. Hailed as one of the greatest First Person Shooters of all time, Perfect Dark introduced gamers to Joanna Dark, the Carrington Institute, the evil … Read more "Episode 30 – Perfect Dark w/ Grant Kirkhope"
Episode 29 – Patreon Pick: Mario RPG Tunes
July 10, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 150 MBSuper Mario RPG kicked off a huge franchise unknowningly which has spawned two different Mario role playing game series: Paper Mario and Mario and Luigi games. Today, we’re taking a listen across vast amounts of Mario RPG games to hear both original tracks and Mario franchise remixes as well. With a full variety of tunes … Read more "Episode 29 – Patreon Pick: Mario RPG Tunes"
Episode 28 – The Namco 163 Famicom Expansion Chip
June 26, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 139 MBNamco, a long time developer and publisher in the video game industry, wanted to take their Famicom development to the next level. They created the NAMCO 163 expansion chip, which enhanced audio capabilities on the Famicom; making the system sound like a PC-Engine at points. A small set of games had this chip installed in … Read more "Episode 28 – The Namco 163 Famicom Expansion Chip"
June Patreon Live Recording – 2019
June 15, 2019 14:54Mike and Justin chat on this episode about their thoughts on E3 2019. What games are they excited for? Well, we chat about some of them on this episode, as well as debating about Black Queen’s visual change for the Battletoads revamp, gushing about how good Tifa looks in FFVII Remake, and..IS THAT JOHN WILLIAMS?! NOOOOO….Check it out on this fun little live show episode, and stay tuned for details about July’s PATREON PICKS LIVE SHOW where YOU get to pick the tracks for the live show! Details...
Episode 27 – WATER Themes!
June 12, 2019 05:00 - 2 hours - 174 MBWater themes in video games: You either hate them or love them. We’ve been getting a ton of rain lately, so what better way to forge through the storm then to talk about water themes in video games?! Justin and Mike put away their umbrellas and chat about an eclectic mix of tunes based on … Read more "Episode 27 – WATER Themes!"
Episode 27 – Water Themes
June 12, 2019 04:00Water themes in video games: You either hate them or love them. We’ve been getting a ton of rain lately, so what better way to forge through the storm then to talk about water themes in video games?! Justin and Mike put away their umbrellas and chat about an eclectic mix of tunes based on either bosses, levels song names or entire games that focus on water! Listen closely as the XVGM Radio boys slosh around in their iced-tea-filled-adult-diapers, get threatened by Kevin Costner, debate about ...
Episode 26 – Mike’s Picks!
May 29, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 159 MBIt’s co-host spotlight time…AGAIN! This time around, Mike picks the tracks for the episode. Hear tracks ranging from the NES to the Playstation 4 as Mike and Justin take you on a audio journey through Mike’s wacky mind. From conversations about Simon Belmont telemundo style, to handling calls from anyone from “Mike’s mom” to an … Read more "Episode 26 – Mike’s Picks!"
May Patreon Live Recording – 2019
May 25, 2019 16:46Welcome to the wild and wacky world of Unlicensed NES games and their music! Mike and Justin listen to some awesome….and not so awesome tracks. This episode we chat about the Castlevania Collection that just came out, Inquiring about Yolk Folk, and dissin’ Action 52. Enjoy
Episode 25 – Freedom Planet with Composer Leila “Woofle” Wilson
May 15, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 187 MBFreedom Planet, the 2014 indie darling developed by Stephen Diduro (aka Strife) set the bar for games influenced by Sonic the Hedgehog and Rocket Knight Adventures. But a Sonic style game needed a Sonic styled composer…or did it? Enter Leila “Woofle” Wilson, who brought her love of JRPGs, Funk and New Jack Swing to compliment … Read more "Episode 25 – Freedom Planet with Composer Leila “Woofle” Wilson"
Episode 24 – Puzzle Games
May 01, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 147 MBJump that block, switch that dial and twist that piece! Puzzles make you think, wonder and learn and today on XVGM Radio, we aim to do the same. We’ll be playing video game music from all sorts of musical genres, all with the puzzle game commonality in mind. Join Justin and Mike as they try … Read more "Episode 24 – Puzzle Games"
April Patreon Live Recording – 2019
April 29, 2019 15:39It's Springtime! You know what that means: April showers bring May flowers, so we're sharing some songs that remind us of Spring. We had a blast talking about terrible people who unveil Avengers Endgame spoilers, how Mike totally relates to Yoshi now that he has his own daughter, and reminiscing about tracks old and new that inspired quite a bit of nostalgia talk!
Episode 23 – Boss Themes
April 17, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 156 MBBosses: Those pesky creatures, monsters or people who stand in your way of reaching the next level or the end of the game. Some are considered pushovers and others are part of some of the most memorable moments in gaming. Today, Mike and Justin take a listen to some of those nail-biting, hair-pulling, controller throwing … Read more "Episode 23 – Boss Themes"