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 additiona…
Super Marcato Bros. Video Game Music Podcast
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
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…
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 l…
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!
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 co…
Marcato Classic: Kirby and the Forgotten Land
In this episode, Karl & Will return to their classic format to spotlight on the amazing new score to Kirby and the Forgotten Land! The guys discuss how this delightful score balances continuing the classic Kirby aestheti…
Composer Tips
In this very special episode, Karl & Will share some insights and tips on composition! Will shares a segment about melody, Karl shares a full recorded documentation of his process of composing a tune, and composer and ar…
Reflections: VGM CON 2022
In this casual episode, Karl, Will & Marty reflect on the previous weekend at VGM CON 2022 and all the fun that was had! The guys share a few tastes of some killer performances, and also a few marcato fam members pop in…
Deep Dive: Cold Man
In this unique and contrasting episode, Karl & Will dive deep into ONE piece of video game music! They explore one of their favorite tracks, Rockman & Forte's "Cold Man", and its theory, structure, implementation, groove…
Discord Discotheque: 90s
In this nostalgic and fun episode, Karl & Will present the first installment of a series called Discord Discotheque! These episodes feature playlists consisting of tracks suggested by the Marcato Discord community! The t…
