Super Marcato Bros. Video Game Music Podcast
Karl & Will Brueggemann
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!
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Jul 12, 2021 • 0sec
Episode 476: First & Last
In this Season Premiere episode, Karl & Will explore 10 beloved series when it comes to VGM, and specifically, focus on a track from its very first entry followed by the most recent entry. Enjoy this interesting framing of how far video game music has come over the years!
Jul 5, 2021 • 0sec
Episode 475: Kicking Back
In this chill Season Finale, Karl & Will kick back, catch up, play a couple of games, listen to a handful of awesome VGM tunes, and ponder some questions. Enjoy!
Jun 28, 2021 • 0sec
Episode 474: Junko Tamiya
In this exciting episode, Karl & Will celebrate one of the all-time greatest VGM composers: Junko Tamiya! With an unmistakable style and an unparalleled sense of craft and energy, Tamiya left a huge mark on the world of VGM. Enjoy!
Jun 21, 2021 • 0sec
Episode 473: Chrono Cross
In this exciting episode, Karl & Will spotlight on the incredibly emotional and beloved score to Chrono Cross by Yasunori Mitsuda! The guys discuss Mitsuda's masterful approach to establishing a unique and effective sound on the PS1. Enjoy!
Jun 14, 2021 • 0sec
Episode 472: Original Showcase 19
It's time for another installment of Original Showcase! These episodes, done once a season, are when the guys share their own original music they have composed for various projects and albums. Enjoy an eclectic mix of music by the Super Marcato Bros!
Jun 7, 2021 • 0sec
Episode 471: Battle Themes
In this blood-pumping episode, Karl & Will focus on a smattering of some of the best Battle Themes in all of video game music! This epic playlist was entirely made up of submissions from the discord community. Let's Battle!
Jun 4, 2021 • 0sec
Bonus Episode: Wave Maker
In this Bonus Episode, Karl shares his brand-new album "Wave Maker" in its entirety! You can purchase the album here: https://karlbmusic.bandcamp.com/album/wave-maker
May 31, 2021 • 0sec
Episode 470: Sonic 3D Blast
In this episode, Karl & Will compare the 2 different versions of Sonic 3D Blast! The guys discuss the positives and negatives of the Genesis version, composed by the Sega Sound Team, and the Saturn version, composed by Richard Jacques. Enjoy!
May 24, 2021 • 0sec
Bonus Episode: Marcato Radio 25
It's time for another installment of Marcato Radio! Once again, it's
another non-stop collection of outstanding video game music. Some tracks
you've heard before, and some you have not. Enjoy!
May 16, 2021 • 0sec
Episode 469: Touhou Project
In this blood-pumping episode, Karl & Will focus on the music of the Touhou Project series! For the most part, all of the music in this shoot 'em up series was composed by jack-of-all-trades, ZUN. Enjoy some uniquely quirky yet entertaining VGM!
