Super Marcato Bros. Video Game Music Podcast
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!
Latest episodes
Apr 26, 2021 • 0sec
Episode 466: Pokémon Trading Card Game 2
This week, the guys spotlight on the incredible Game Boy soundtrack to Pokémon Trading Card Game 2! Ichiro Shimakura outdoes himself on this unique and severely underrated entry in this beloved series. Enjoy!
Apr 19, 2021 • 0sec
Episode 465: 1995
This week, the guys take a look at one of the most seminal years in video game music: 1995. This year saw the release of some of the biggest and most beloved soundtracks of all time! Enjoy this incredible collection of VGM.
Apr 12, 2021 • 0sec
Episode 464: An Extra Dose of Modern Chiptunes
This week, the guys check back in with the world of Modern Chiptunes! There is some incredible music being created in this passionate community, and this episode showcases some of the very best of it. WARNING: Extremely good music lies ahead...
Apr 5, 2021 • 0sec
Episode 463: Marcato Radio 24
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!
Mar 29, 2021 • 0sec
Episode 462: Ace Combat
In this high-flying episode, Karl & Will focus on the unique and exciting music of the Ace Combat series! The guys are joined by series super fan and longtime friend Nick Marinelli! Enjoy a smattering of awesome and energetic VGM!
Mar 22, 2021 • 0sec
Episode 461: Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master
In this rocking episode, Karl & Will focus on the Sega Genesis soundtrack to Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master! The guys discuss why this is without a doubt one of the gnarliest Genesis scores ever made. Enjoy!
Mar 15, 2021 • 0sec
Episode 460: Arcana & Alcahest
In this episode, Karl & Will focus on two lesser-known SNES RPG soundtracks by HAL and Kirby composer Jun Ishikawa! The guys discuss how these scores truly get to the heart of what makes Ishikawa's music and style so special. Enjoy!
Mar 8, 2021 • 0sec
Episode 459: Favorites with Patchpen
It's time for another installment of Favorites with Friends! This time, Karl & Will welcome longtime friend and supporter of the show Patchpen! Patch brings in a wonderful playlist of some of his favorite VGM to share and discuss with the guys. Enjoy!
Mar 1, 2021 • 0sec
Episode 458: Princess Connect! Vol. 3
I know it makes no sense, but yes, it's time for another volume of ridiculously good music from Princess Connect! Re:Dive. These amazingly talented composers show no sign of stopping, with tons more new music still being written for this mobile game. Enjoy some of the best VGM you'll hear anywhere!
Feb 22, 2021 • 0sec
Episode 457: Bad Music 6
Here we go again. In the sixth installment of Bad Music, Karl & Will are once again punished with some of the worst video game music that was ever composed. The good news is, the music here is so bad that it provides plenty of laughs. Enjoy?
