Super Marcato Bros. Video Game Music Podcast

Super Marcato Bros. Video Game Music Podcast

Author: Karl & Will Brueggemann Language: English Episodes: 151
Tucked away in the world of gaming is a rich, often overlooked art form: the soundtracks that define our favorite digital adventures. Super Marcato Bros. Video Game Music Podcast, hosted by brothers Karl & Will Brueggemann, is a deep and affectionate dive into that very world. Each episode feels like a conversation with friends who are just as passionate about a classic dungeon theme as they are about the latest orchestral score. You’ll hear them unpack the layers of a composition, from the catchy melodies that get stuck in your head for decades to the complex harmonies and rhythms that drive the emotion of a scene. But it’s not just about the notes; they also explore how the technology of the time-the bleeps and bloops of early hardware or the sweeping production of modern consoles-shaped these iconic sounds. This podcast moves beyond simple nostalgia, offering thoughtful analysis that will change how you hear games. Whether you're a musician, a dedicated gamer, or simply someone who appreciates how music tells a story, there's a new discovery waiting in every discussion. A fresh episode arrives each Monday, ready to soundtrack your week with the best tunes from every generation of gaming.
Episodes
Nintendo Month '22: Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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For week 3 of Nintendo Month '22, Karl & Will focus on the wonderful music to Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope, by the talented Yoko Shimomura, Grant Kirkhope, Gareth Coker! Enjoy!
Nintendo Month '22: Luigi's Mansion Trilogy [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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For week 2 of Nintendo Month '22, Karl & Will celebrate the spooky and charming music of the Luigi's Mansion series! From the first entry on the Gamecube, to the second entry on the 3DS, to the most recent entry on the S…
Nintendo Month '22: Up to Speed with Mario Kart [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Nintendo Month is back, baby! In this very exciting episode, Karl & Will focus on some of the incredible music more recently featured in the Mario Kart series! Enjoy!
Guest Host Takeover: Ranger X [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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In this very unique episode, the podcast has been taken over by mystery guest hosts!! What!? I suppose you'll just have to listen to find out who.....Enjoy!
Marcato Classic: Shovel Knight Dig [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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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!
Beloved Composers: flashygoodness [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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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 f…
Community Spotlight: Columbia Class of 22 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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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 spotligh…
Marcato Radio 29 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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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!
Marcato Classic: Bad Music 7 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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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?