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!
Episodes
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Sep 26, 2022 • 0sec
Marcato Classic: Shovel Knight Dig
Warning: Gush Fest! In this super exciting episode, Karl & Will dive into the AMAZING new soundtrack by Jake Kaufman! Shovel Knight Dig! Strap in for an FM Synth thrill ride!
Sep 12, 2022 • 0sec
Beloved Composers: flashygoodness
In this delightful episode, Karl & Will celebrate the incredibly entertaining and emotional music of flashygoodness! Known for soundtracks such as Tower of Heaven and Rivals of Aether, this chiptune composer has been a favorite of the guys for years. Enjoy!
Aug 29, 2022 • 0sec
Community Spotlight: Columbia Class of 22
In this special and unique episode, Karl & Will celebrate the wonderful group of composers, Will included, that recently completed their 'Music Composition For The Screen' program at Columbia College. Enjoy this spotlight on outstanding music and people!
Aug 14, 2022 • 0sec
Marcato Radio 29
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!
Jul 31, 2022 • 0sec
Marcato Classic: Bad Music 7
Oh boy. It's the seventh installment of Bad Music! Karl & Will are once again punished with some of the worst video game music that was ever composed. Enjoy?
Jul 17, 2022 • 0sec
Drums Part 2!
It’s Part 2 of Karl & Will’s focus on drums in VGM! For this second part, the guys share some outstanding tracks featuring real, performed drums. They also present a special, in-depth segment that provides some additional insight and context about the drums. Enjoy!
Jul 3, 2022 • 0sec
Drums Part 1!
In this hard-hitting first of a two-parter, Karl & Will explore some VGM tracks that feature outstanding drums! For part 1, the guys focus on fake drums, from the NES all the way to the Gamecube. Also, friend of the show Becca (@flootiful) stops by for an intermission segment about music education and VGM! Enjoy!
Jun 19, 2022 • 0sec
Catching Up: Summer Fun
In this laidback and conversational episode, Karl & Will catch up and talk about what's been going on with their lives lately, chat about an exciting 2022 video game they're super excited about, and answer a handful of listener questions. Enjoy!
Jun 6, 2022 • 0sec
Revisited: The Castlevania NES Trilogy
In this episode, Karl & Will revisit some of the best VGM ever composed: Castlevania 1-3 on the NES! Enjoy!
May 22, 2022 • 0sec
Marcato Radio: Community Showcase Edition
Marcato Radio returns! In this special installment, the first half of
the playlist consists of VGM picks from the discord community, and the
second half consists of original tracks by a handful of talented marcato
fam composers! Enjoy!
