https://www.vgmpire.com A video game music podcast exploring 8-bit and beyond Thu, 19 Sep 2019 22:46:01 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 100237305 noGame,music,video,game,music,chip,tunesJoin us each week as we celebrate the auditory glory that is video game music. From 8-bit to modern, we love it all.An ongoing tribute to game musicVGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2019/09/20/vgmpire-155-street-fighter-saga-vol-5/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2019/09/20/vgmpire-155-street-fighter-saga-vol-5/#comments Fri, 20 Sep 2019 15:00:02 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1377 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2019/09/20/vgmpire-155-street-fighter-saga-vol-5/feed/ 10 1377 VGMpirenoThe SFV soundtrack is bursting with variety, from incredible remixes to all-new standout tunes that expertly blend musical genres. A new podcast is coming your way SHOW NOTES0:00:00 – Opening Theme (SFV Arcade Edition)0:16:58 – Theme of Laura (SFV)0:20:33 – Theme of Karin (SFV)0:23:50 – Theme of Rashid (SFV)0:32:24 – Temple of Ascension Alternative -Japan [...]VGMpireThe SFV soundtrack is bursting with variety, from incredible remixes to all-new standout tunes that expertly blend musical genres. A new podcast is coming your way SHOW NOTES0:00:00 – Opening Theme (SFV Arcade Edition)0:16:58 – Theme of Laura (SFV)0:20:33 – Theme of Karin (SFV)0:23:50 – Theme of Rashid (SFV)0:32:24 – Temple of Ascension Alternative -Japan [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2019/09/19/vgmpire-154-street-fighter-saga-vol-4/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2019/09/19/vgmpire-154-street-fighter-saga-vol-4/#comments Thu, 19 Sep 2019 15:00:32 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1372 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2019/09/19/vgmpire-154-street-fighter-saga-vol-4/feed/ 2 1372 VGMpirenoWe examine seven years’ worth of incredible SFIV tunes, from the 2009 original and to its Ultra conclusion. Download now SHOW NOTES0:00:00 – Volcanic Rim Stage (SFIV)0:17:07 – Theme of Guile (SFIV)0:20:19 – Theme of Sakura (SFIV)0:23:28 – Theme of Zangief (SFIV)0:29:30 – Overpass Stage – Tokyo (SFIV)0:32:48 – Morning Mist Bay Stage – Vietnam [...]VGMpireWe examine seven years’ worth of incredible SFIV tunes, from the 2009 original and to its Ultra conclusion. Download now SHOW NOTES0:00:00 – Volcanic Rim Stage (SFIV)0:17:07 – Theme of Guile (SFIV)0:20:19 – Theme of Sakura (SFIV)0:23:28 – Theme of Zangief (SFIV)0:29:30 – Overpass Stage – Tokyo (SFIV)0:32:48 – Morning Mist Bay Stage – Vietnam [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2019/09/18/vgmpire-153-street-fighter-saga-vol-3/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2019/09/18/vgmpire-153-street-fighter-saga-vol-3/#comments Wed, 18 Sep 2019 15:00:26 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1367 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2019/09/18/vgmpire-153-street-fighter-saga-vol-3/feed/ 4 1367 VGMpirenoA new generation of fighters appears, and with them comes an amazing assortment of jazz, dance, hip hop & industrial tunes. Get caught up with the entire Street Fighter III series! Let’s get it on now 54321 SHOW NOTES0:00:00 – Third Strike (Infinite, 3rd Strike)0:17:42 – Player Select (New Generation)0:18:14 – Jazzy NYC Underground Edit [...]VGMpireA new generation of fighters appears, and with them comes an amazing assortment of jazz, dance, hip hop & industrial tunes. Get caught up with the entire Street Fighter III series! Let’s get it on now 54321 SHOW NOTES0:00:00 – Third Strike (Infinite, 3rd Strike)0:17:42 – Player Select (New Generation)0:18:14 – Jazzy NYC Underground Edit [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2019/09/17/vgmpire-152-street-fighter-saga-vol-2/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2019/09/17/vgmpire-152-street-fighter-saga-vol-2/#comments Tue, 17 Sep 2019 15:00:58 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1355 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2019/09/17/vgmpire-152-street-fighter-saga-vol-2/feed/ 5 1355 VGMpirenoStreet Fighter moves forward by stepping backwards… in time! Get ready for anime-infused tunes from Alpha 1 and 2, then the insane breakbeats of Alpha 3. Go for broke! SHOW NOTES0:00:00 – Opening Theme (SF Alpha 2)0:18:41 – Character Select (Alpha, Alpha 2)0:19:40 – Nash Stage (Alpha, Alpha 2)0:21:39 – Adon Stage (Alpha, Alpha 2)0:23:51 [...]VGMpireStreet Fighter moves forward by stepping backwards… in time! Get ready for anime-infused tunes from Alpha 1 and 2, then the insane breakbeats of Alpha 3. Go for broke! SHOW NOTES0:00:00 – Opening Theme (SF Alpha 2)0:18:41 – Character Select (Alpha, Alpha 2)0:19:40 – Nash Stage (Alpha, Alpha 2)0:21:39 – Adon Stage (Alpha, Alpha 2)0:23:51 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2019/09/16/vgmpire-151-street-fighter-saga-vol-1/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2019/09/16/vgmpire-151-street-fighter-saga-vol-1/#comments Mon, 16 Sep 2019 14:00:44 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1349 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2019/09/16/vgmpire-151-street-fighter-saga-vol-1/feed/ 8 1349 VGMpirenoHere comes a new podcast, and it’s Rocktober in September – Rocktember, baby! Brace yourself for a series of street fightin’ tunes, starting with the arcade original and its world-famous sequel. Surprise! SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title Theme (SFII: The World Warrior)0:07:26 – Birdie’s Theme (SF)0:09:10 – Bonus Stage 2 – Breaking Boards (SF)0:27:19 – [...]VGMpireHere comes a new podcast, and it’s Rocktober in September – Rocktember, baby! Brace yourself for a series of street fightin’ tunes, starting with the arcade original and its world-famous sequel. Surprise! SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title Theme (SFII: The World Warrior)0:07:26 – Birdie’s Theme (SF)0:09:10 – Bonus Stage 2 – Breaking Boards (SF)0:27:19 – [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2019/09/15/vgmpire-150-chrono-conclusion/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2019/09/15/vgmpire-150-chrono-conclusion/#comments Sun, 15 Sep 2019 19:59:19 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1341 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2019/09/15/vgmpire-150-chrono-conclusion/feed/ 18 1341 VGMpirenoBefore we bow out for an indefinite hiatus, journey from 65 million BC to parallel dimensions in this Lavos-sized 150th episode. To far away times SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Presentiment / Chrono Trigger0:25:48 – Guardia Millennial Fair (CT)0:29:02 – Memories of Green (CT)0:32:54 – Wind Scene (CT)0:36:16 – Secret of the Forest (CT)0:48:58 – Battle [...]VGMpireBefore we bow out for an indefinite hiatus, journey from 65 million BC to parallel dimensions in this Lavos-sized 150th episode. To far away times SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Presentiment / Chrono Trigger0:25:48 – Guardia Millennial Fair (CT)0:29:02 – Memories of Green (CT)0:32:54 – Wind Scene (CT)0:36:16 – Secret of the Forest (CT)0:48:58 – Battle [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2019/08/07/vgmpire-149-contra-convo-continued/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2019/08/07/vgmpire-149-contra-convo-continued/#comments Wed, 07 Aug 2019 07:02:27 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1334 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2019/08/07/vgmpire-149-contra-convo-continued/feed/ 9 1334 VGMpirenoA gritty trip to the year 4444 and a gorgeous retro revival are just two of the amazing OSTs we discuss in this second Contra conversation. Download now SHOW NOTES0:00:00 – Venus (Shattered Soldier)0:17:39 – Fortress (Shattered Soldier)0:21:18 – Battle Train (Shattered Soldier)0:29:31 – Maximum Speed (Shattered Soldier)0:42:56 – Neo Contra (Neo Contra)0:46:49 – Safety [...]VGMpireA gritty trip to the year 4444 and a gorgeous retro revival are just two of the amazing OSTs we discuss in this second Contra conversation. Download now SHOW NOTES0:00:00 – Venus (Shattered Soldier)0:17:39 – Fortress (Shattered Soldier)0:21:18 – Battle Train (Shattered Soldier)0:29:31 – Maximum Speed (Shattered Soldier)0:42:56 – Neo Contra (Neo Contra)0:46:49 – Safety [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2019/07/17/vgmpire-148-contra-convo/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2019/07/17/vgmpire-148-contra-convo/#comments Wed, 17 Jul 2019 07:02:42 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1324 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2019/07/17/vgmpire-148-contra-convo/feed/ 8 1324 VGMpirenoGrab your Spread Guns and hoof it through an audio overload of amazing Contra tunes, from its arcade origins to the 16-bit technological marvels. Download Now 0:00:00 – Jungle Battle (Contra)0:17:56 – Maze Fortress 1 (Contra)0:19:34 – Maze Fortress 3D Boss (Contra)0:21:00 – Waterfall of Bloodshed (Contra)0:22:39 – Shivery Beat (Contra)0:34:52 – Thunder Landing (Super [...]VGMpireGrab your Spread Guns and hoof it through an audio overload of amazing Contra tunes, from its arcade origins to the 16-bit technological marvels. Download Now 0:00:00 – Jungle Battle (Contra)0:17:56 – Maze Fortress 1 (Contra)0:19:34 – Maze Fortress 3D Boss (Contra)0:21:00 – Waterfall of Bloodshed (Contra)0:22:39 – Shivery Beat (Contra)0:34:52 – Thunder Landing (Super [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2019/05/08/vgmpire-147-mortal-kombat-kolloquy/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2019/05/08/vgmpire-147-mortal-kombat-kolloquy/#comments Wed, 08 May 2019 08:35:55 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1314 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2019/05/08/vgmpire-147-mortal-kombat-kolloquy/feed/ 8 1314 VGMpirenoIt’s Kombat Time! Let’s look back on the first four games in this klassic fighting game franchise, from the gruesome arcade original to the polygonal MK4. Download Now SHOW NOTES0:00:00 – In The Beginning (MK1)0:22:44 – Hall (MK1)0:24:23 – Courtyard (MK1)0:27:10 – Warrior’s Shrine (MK1)0:30:19 – The Pit (MK1)0:46:00 – Prologue: The Battlefield (MKII)0:47:29 – [...]VGMpireIt’s Kombat Time! Let’s look back on the first four games in this klassic fighting game franchise, from the gruesome arcade original to the polygonal MK4. Download Now SHOW NOTES0:00:00 – In The Beginning (MK1)0:22:44 – Hall (MK1)0:24:23 – Courtyard (MK1)0:27:10 – Warrior’s Shrine (MK1)0:30:19 – The Pit (MK1)0:46:00 – Prologue: The Battlefield (MKII)0:47:29 – [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2019/04/17/vgmpire-146-2018-year-in-review/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2019/04/17/vgmpire-146-2018-year-in-review/#comments Wed, 17 Apr 2019 07:02:02 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1304 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2019/04/17/vgmpire-146-2018-year-in-review/feed/ 12 1304 VGMpirenoOver TWO HOURS of unforgettable music and moments from 2018, including jams from Monster Hunter: World, Octopath Traveler, Tetris Effect, Gris, Celeste, Deltarune and much more! Download Now 0:00:00 – Tite Mites (Astro Bot Rescue Mission) 0:13:20 – First Steps (Celeste) 0:17:00 – Scattered and Lost (Celeste) 0:22:51 – Confronting Myself (Celeste) 0:33:24 – Savage [...]VGMpireOver TWO HOURS of unforgettable music and moments from 2018, including jams from Monster Hunter: World, Octopath Traveler, Tetris Effect, Gris, Celeste, Deltarune and much more! Download Now 0:00:00 – Tite Mites (Astro Bot Rescue Mission) 0:13:20 – First Steps (Celeste) 0:17:00 – Scattered and Lost (Celeste) 0:22:51 – Confronting Myself (Celeste) 0:33:24 – Savage [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2018/12/29/vgmpire-aoty-2018-bloodstained-curse-of-the-moon/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2018/12/29/vgmpire-aoty-2018-bloodstained-curse-of-the-moon/#comments Sat, 29 Dec 2018 20:27:29 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1298 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2018/12/29/vgmpire-aoty-2018-bloodstained-curse-of-the-moon/feed/ 4 1298 VGMpirenoOne of our favorite games of the year also happens to sport our favorite soundtrack of 2018! We sample a handful of tunes from this 8-bit homage while discussing the game’s themes, design and excellent use of new-game-plussery. Download Now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Opening 14:23 – Moonlight Temptation 17:43 – Frigid Hell 21:15 – [...]VGMpireOne of our favorite games of the year also happens to sport our favorite soundtrack of 2018! We sample a handful of tunes from this 8-bit homage while discussing the game’s themes, design and excellent use of new-game-plussery. Download Now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Opening 14:23 – Moonlight Temptation 17:43 – Frigid Hell 21:15 – [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2018/11/14/vgmpire-145-fallout-focus/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2018/11/14/vgmpire-145-fallout-focus/#comments Wed, 14 Nov 2018 08:02:19 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1291 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2018/11/14/vgmpire-145-fallout-focus/feed/ 10 1291 VGMpirenoOppressive ambiance abounds in this look at the early days of the Fallout series. Download Now 0:00:00 – “Maybe” (Fallout) 0:15:05 – Moribund World (Fallout) 0:18:11 – A Trader’s Life (Fallout) 0:22:11 – Second Chance (Fallout) 0:39:48 – Khans of the New California (Fallout) 0:43:10 – Metallic Monks (Fallout) 0:46:38 – Radiation Storm (Fallout) 0:50:32 [...]VGMpireOppressive ambiance abounds in this look at the early days of the Fallout series. Download Now 0:00:00 – “Maybe” (Fallout) 0:15:05 – Moribund World (Fallout) 0:18:11 – A Trader’s Life (Fallout) 0:22:11 – Second Chance (Fallout) 0:39:48 – Khans of the New California (Fallout) 0:43:10 – Metallic Monks (Fallout) 0:46:38 – Radiation Storm (Fallout) 0:50:32 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2018/10/31/vgmpire-144-sega-synthesis-vol-5/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2018/10/31/vgmpire-144-sega-synthesis-vol-5/#comments Wed, 31 Oct 2018 07:02:01 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1285 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2018/10/31/vgmpire-144-sega-synthesis-vol-5/feed/ 8 1285 VGMpirenoRock out to the monstrous melodies of Devilish and Alien 3 – two horror-themed Genesis titles that sport inhumanly good tunes! Download Now 00:00 – Clock Tower (Devilish) 09:41 – Graveyard (Devilish) 10:53 – Waterfalls (Devilish) 17:06 – Prairie (Devilish) 19:55 – Final Boss (Devilish) 29:50 – Main Theme (Alien 3) 32:48 – Stage 2 [...]VGMpireRock out to the monstrous melodies of Devilish and Alien 3 – two horror-themed Genesis titles that sport inhumanly good tunes! Download Now 00:00 – Clock Tower (Devilish) 09:41 – Graveyard (Devilish) 10:53 – Waterfalls (Devilish) 17:06 – Prairie (Devilish) 19:55 – Final Boss (Devilish) 29:50 – Main Theme (Alien 3) 32:48 – Stage 2 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2018/10/24/vgmpire-143-sega-synthesis-vol-4/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2018/10/24/vgmpire-143-sega-synthesis-vol-4/#comments Wed, 24 Oct 2018 07:02:16 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1280 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2018/10/24/vgmpire-143-sega-synthesis-vol-4/feed/ 6 1280 VGMpirenoRarely seen or heard outside Japan, Gleylancer and Star Cruiser boast some of the best space-faring tunes the Mega Drive had to offer. From ’80s-style montages to heartfelt ballads to synthy noir, both titles are a treat to behold. Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Story Start (Gleylancer) 0:11:56 – Asteroid Field (Gleylancer) 0:14:34 – [...]VGMpireRarely seen or heard outside Japan, Gleylancer and Star Cruiser boast some of the best space-faring tunes the Mega Drive had to offer. From ’80s-style montages to heartfelt ballads to synthy noir, both titles are a treat to behold. Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Story Start (Gleylancer) 0:11:56 – Asteroid Field (Gleylancer) 0:14:34 – [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2018/10/17/vgmpire-142-sega-synthesis-vol-3/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2018/10/17/vgmpire-142-sega-synthesis-vol-3/#comments Wed, 17 Oct 2018 07:02:30 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1274 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2018/10/17/vgmpire-142-sega-synthesis-vol-3/feed/ 3 1274 VGMpirenoBattle Lovecraftian horrors and hurl lightning from your fingertips in this adventurous episode celebrating El Viento and Alisia Dragoon! Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Opening Theme (El Viento) 0:12:50 – Main Theme (El Viento) 0:14:16 – Stage 1 NYC (El Viento) 0:15:57 – Intermission (El Viento) 0:23:53 – Stage 2 Park (El Viento) 0:26:27 [...]VGMpireBattle Lovecraftian horrors and hurl lightning from your fingertips in this adventurous episode celebrating El Viento and Alisia Dragoon! Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Opening Theme (El Viento) 0:12:50 – Main Theme (El Viento) 0:14:16 – Stage 1 NYC (El Viento) 0:15:57 – Intermission (El Viento) 0:23:53 – Stage 2 Park (El Viento) 0:26:27 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2018/10/10/vgmpire-141-sega-synthesis-vol-2/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2018/10/10/vgmpire-141-sega-synthesis-vol-2/#comments Wed, 10 Oct 2018 15:26:52 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1265 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2018/10/10/vgmpire-141-sega-synthesis-vol-2/feed/ 7 1265 VGMpirenoA pair of anime gunslingers scream across the screen in this extra loud, extra rockin’ episode! We’re examining the upbeat energy of the Battle Mania series, which includes Trouble Shooter and its only-in-Japan sequel. Download now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Burning Heart (Battle Mania Daiginjou) 12:43 – Twilight Express (Battle Mania Daiginjou) 14:06 – Blue Sky [...]VGMpireA pair of anime gunslingers scream across the screen in this extra loud, extra rockin’ episode! We’re examining the upbeat energy of the Battle Mania series, which includes Trouble Shooter and its only-in-Japan sequel. Download now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Burning Heart (Battle Mania Daiginjou) 12:43 – Twilight Express (Battle Mania Daiginjou) 14:06 – Blue Sky [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2018/10/03/vgmpire-140-sega-synthesis-vol-1/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2018/10/03/vgmpire-140-sega-synthesis-vol-1/#comments Wed, 03 Oct 2018 15:05:40 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1257 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2018/10/03/vgmpire-140-sega-synthesis-vol-1/feed/ 13 1257 VGMpirenoWe’re kicking off a whole month of episodes devoted to the joy of FM Synthesis done right. This first foray into semi-obscure tunes includes Elemental Master and Panorama Cotton, two shmups that feature humanoid heroes and unbelievably good soundtracks! Download Now 00:00 – Dance of Flame (Elemental Master) 13:24 – Like the Wind (Elemental Master) [...]VGMpireWe’re kicking off a whole month of episodes devoted to the joy of FM Synthesis done right. This first foray into semi-obscure tunes includes Elemental Master and Panorama Cotton, two shmups that feature humanoid heroes and unbelievably good soundtracks! Download Now 00:00 – Dance of Flame (Elemental Master) 13:24 – Like the Wind (Elemental Master) [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2018/04/04/vgmpire-139-mystic-quest-memories/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2018/04/04/vgmpire-139-mystic-quest-memories/#comments Wed, 04 Apr 2018 07:02:52 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1249 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2018/04/04/vgmpire-139-mystic-quest-memories/feed/ 12 1249 VGMpirenoThough it’s frequently called the worst Final Fantasy game of all time, or at least one of the weakest, we’re here to say THAT AIN’T SO! Not only is the game itself perfectly decent, the soundtrack is every bit as incredible as the proper numbered entries. Get ready for some heavy shreddin’ guitar! Download Now [...]VGMpireThough it’s frequently called the worst Final Fantasy game of all time, or at least one of the weakest, we’re here to say THAT AIN’T SO! Not only is the game itself perfectly decent, the soundtrack is every bit as incredible as the proper numbered entries. Get ready for some heavy shreddin’ guitar! Download Now [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2018/02/28/vgmpire-138-sunsoft-tech/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2018/02/28/vgmpire-138-sunsoft-tech/#comments Wed, 28 Feb 2018 08:02:06 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1240 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2018/02/28/vgmpire-138-sunsoft-tech/feed/ 9 1240 VGMpirenoRock out to three hard-hitting NES soundtracks powered by Naoki Kodaka and the talented team at Sunsoft. We’re diving into Gremlins 2, Fester’s Quest and Journey to Silius! Download Now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Stage 1 (Gremlins 2) 08:42 – Stage 3 (Gremlins 2) 10:26 – Stage 5 (Gremlins 2) 23:24 – Overworld (Fester’s Quest) [...]VGMpireRock out to three hard-hitting NES soundtracks powered by Naoki Kodaka and the talented team at Sunsoft. We’re diving into Gremlins 2, Fester’s Quest and Journey to Silius! Download Now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Stage 1 (Gremlins 2) 08:42 – Stage 3 (Gremlins 2) 10:26 – Stage 5 (Gremlins 2) 23:24 – Overworld (Fester’s Quest) [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2017/12/20/vgmpire-137-2017-year-in-review/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2017/12/20/vgmpire-137-2017-year-in-review/#comments Wed, 20 Dec 2017 08:02:48 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1232 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2017/12/20/vgmpire-137-2017-year-in-review/feed/ 20 1232 VGMpirenoWhile familiar faces continued their usual streak of excellence, there were loads of newcomers that provided some of the year’s best VGM. This hefty episode looks at a bit of everything, from recurring brands like Zelda, Sonic, Xenoblade and Ys, to fresh experiences like Horizon, Cuphead and Prey. Light spoilers ahead! Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 [...]VGMpireWhile familiar faces continued their usual streak of excellence, there were loads of newcomers that provided some of the year’s best VGM. This hefty episode looks at a bit of everything, from recurring brands like Zelda, Sonic, Xenoblade and Ys, to fresh experiences like Horizon, Cuphead and Prey. Light spoilers ahead! Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2017/07/05/vgmpire-136-shadowrun-sessions/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2017/07/05/vgmpire-136-shadowrun-sessions/#comments Wed, 05 Jul 2017 07:02:27 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1227 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2017/07/05/vgmpire-136-shadowrun-sessions/feed/ 9 1227 VGMpirenoFirearms and fantasy collide in this early-90s cyberpunk RPG series. We begin with the SNES original and its Carpenter-meets-Smash-TV soundtrack, then listen to wildly different takes on the Genesis and Mega CD. Three platforms, three completely distinct games! Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Seattle 2050 (Shadowrun SNES) 0:12:54 – Morgue (SNES) 0:17:06 – Tenth Street [...]VGMpireFirearms and fantasy collide in this early-90s cyberpunk RPG series. We begin with the SNES original and its Carpenter-meets-Smash-TV soundtrack, then listen to wildly different takes on the Genesis and Mega CD. Three platforms, three completely distinct games! Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Seattle 2050 (Shadowrun SNES) 0:12:54 – Morgue (SNES) 0:17:06 – Tenth Street [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2017/04/12/vgmpire-135-taito-two-fer/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2017/04/12/vgmpire-135-taito-two-fer/#comments Wed, 12 Apr 2017 14:49:27 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1222 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2017/04/12/vgmpire-135-taito-two-fer/feed/ 5 1222 VGMpirenoAs the NES began its march into obscurity, Taito released two solid titles that didn’t get their due attention for several years – Little Samson and Panic Restaurant. Both have great soundtracks, but they’re also nifty little games! Download now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Title Screen (Little Samson) 07:44 – Little Samson Theme (Little Samson) [...]VGMpireAs the NES began its march into obscurity, Taito released two solid titles that didn’t get their due attention for several years – Little Samson and Panic Restaurant. Both have great soundtracks, but they’re also nifty little games! Download now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Title Screen (Little Samson) 07:44 – Little Samson Theme (Little Samson) [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2017/03/29/vgmpire-134-donkey-kong-94/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2017/03/29/vgmpire-134-donkey-kong-94/#comments Wed, 29 Mar 2017 07:02:57 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1213 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2017/03/29/vgmpire-134-donkey-kong-94/feed/ 11 1213 VGMpirenoOne of the absolute greatest games of all time also sports a peppy, anxious soundtrack. Listen as we gush over this 1994 re-imagining of Nintendo’s oldest rivalry. Download Now   SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Title Screen 08:47 – Big City 11:00 – Desert 17:32 – Theme 2 19:08 – Theme 5 19:54 – Theme 6 [...]VGMpireOne of the absolute greatest games of all time also sports a peppy, anxious soundtrack. Listen as we gush over this 1994 re-imagining of Nintendo’s oldest rivalry. Download Now   SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Title Screen 08:47 – Big City 11:00 – Desert 17:32 – Theme 2 19:08 – Theme 5 19:54 – Theme 6 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2017/03/15/vgmpire-133-blaster-master-bonanza/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2017/03/15/vgmpire-133-blaster-master-bonanza/#comments Wed, 15 Mar 2017 07:02:36 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1207 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2017/03/15/vgmpire-133-blaster-master-bonanza/feed/ 6 1207 VGMpirenoNearly 30 years old, the Blaster Master series peaked on the NES and spent decades trying to recapture the magic. And part of that game’s success was the incredible soundtrack! Let’s listen to some classic jams and then explore the series’ Sega, PlayStation and Switch sequels. Download Now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Area 1 (Blaster [...]VGMpireNearly 30 years old, the Blaster Master series peaked on the NES and spent decades trying to recapture the magic. And part of that game’s success was the incredible soundtrack! Let’s listen to some classic jams and then explore the series’ Sega, PlayStation and Switch sequels. Download Now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Area 1 (Blaster [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2017/02/22/vgmpire-132-zero-escape-excellence/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2017/02/22/vgmpire-132-zero-escape-excellence/#comments Wed, 22 Feb 2017 18:08:39 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1202 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2017/02/22/vgmpire-132-zero-escape-excellence/feed/ 4 1202 VGMpirenoWe discuss the music and mind-bending madness behind 999, Virtue’s Last Reward and Zero Time Dilemma. Get ready for catchy dance tunes, light industrial clanging and trippy talks about time travel and morphic fields! Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Digital Root (999) 0:10:04 – Ternary Game (999) 0:15:15 – Extreme Extrication (999) 0:23:27 – [...]VGMpireWe discuss the music and mind-bending madness behind 999, Virtue’s Last Reward and Zero Time Dilemma. Get ready for catchy dance tunes, light industrial clanging and trippy talks about time travel and morphic fields! Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Digital Root (999) 0:10:04 – Ternary Game (999) 0:15:15 – Extreme Extrication (999) 0:23:27 – [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2017/02/08/vgmpire-131-turok-turns-twenty/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2017/02/08/vgmpire-131-turok-turns-twenty/#comments Wed, 08 Feb 2017 08:02:51 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1198 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2017/02/08/vgmpire-131-turok-turns-twenty/feed/ 8 1198 VGMpirenoThe Nintendo 64 didn’t have the third party support of the PlayStation, but Iguana’s Turok series ruled the FPS roost for the platform’s entire life cycle. The 1997 original turns 20 this month, so let’s examine the booming, epic scores of the four N64 hits. Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Port of Adia (Seeds [...]VGMpireThe Nintendo 64 didn’t have the third party support of the PlayStation, but Iguana’s Turok series ruled the FPS roost for the platform’s entire life cycle. The 1997 original turns 20 this month, so let’s examine the booming, epic scores of the four N64 hits. Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Port of Adia (Seeds [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2017/01/25/vgmpire-130-kirby-classics/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2017/01/25/vgmpire-130-kirby-classics/#comments Wed, 25 Jan 2017 08:02:07 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1192 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2017/01/25/vgmpire-130-kirby-classics/feed/ 8 1192 VGMpirenoBefore he was made of yarn or a stylus-guided sphere, Kirby ruled the original Game Boy and starred in several console classics. This week we examine Kirby’s pre-2000 era, which includes bubbly tunes from Adventure, Super Star and all three Dream Land titles. Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Green Greens (Dream Land) 0:09:35 – [...]VGMpireBefore he was made of yarn or a stylus-guided sphere, Kirby ruled the original Game Boy and starred in several console classics. This week we examine Kirby’s pre-2000 era, which includes bubbly tunes from Adventure, Super Star and all three Dream Land titles. Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Green Greens (Dream Land) 0:09:35 – [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2017/01/11/vgmpire-129-soul-blade-celebration/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2017/01/11/vgmpire-129-soul-blade-celebration/#comments Wed, 11 Jan 2017 08:02:05 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1187 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2017/01/11/vgmpire-129-soul-blade-celebration/feed/ 8 1187 VGMpirenoThe Soul Calibur series kicked off 20 years ago with Soul Blade, the PS1 home conversion of arcade hit Soul Edge. This episode we look at Edge and Blade, which have no fewer than THREE official soundtracks to explore. Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – The Edge of Soul (Soul Blade) 0:13:02 – Epic Calling [...]VGMpireThe Soul Calibur series kicked off 20 years ago with Soul Blade, the PS1 home conversion of arcade hit Soul Edge. This episode we look at Edge and Blade, which have no fewer than THREE official soundtracks to explore. Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – The Edge of Soul (Soul Blade) 0:13:02 – Epic Calling [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/12/21/vgmpire-128-2016-year-in-review/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/12/21/vgmpire-128-2016-year-in-review/#comments Wed, 21 Dec 2016 08:02:41 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1180 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/12/21/vgmpire-128-2016-year-in-review/feed/ 13 1180 VGMpirenoWhile there was plenty to dislike about 2016, at least we got several top-notch game soundtracks! Let’s listen to numerous examples of modern VGM excellence, from Doom to Furi to Watch Dogs 2. Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Rip & Tear (Doom) 0:11:07 – At Doom’s Gate (Doom) 0:12:16 – Flesh & Metal (Doom) 0:18:52 [...]VGMpireWhile there was plenty to dislike about 2016, at least we got several top-notch game soundtracks! Let’s listen to numerous examples of modern VGM excellence, from Doom to Furi to Watch Dogs 2. Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Rip & Tear (Doom) 0:11:07 – At Doom’s Gate (Doom) 0:12:16 – Flesh & Metal (Doom) 0:18:52 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/12/07/vgmpire-127-shadow-of-ico/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/12/07/vgmpire-127-shadow-of-ico/#comments Wed, 07 Dec 2016 08:02:33 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1176 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/12/07/vgmpire-127-shadow-of-ico/feed/ 11 1176 VGMpirenoThe Last Guardian is FINALLY out, and its PS2 predecessors have cast a decade-long shadow over its development. Odds are LG will turn out fine, but as you’ll see from this selection of tunes from ICO and Shadow of the Colossus, it has some big shoes to fill! Download SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Castle in [...]VGMpireThe Last Guardian is FINALLY out, and its PS2 predecessors have cast a decade-long shadow over its development. Odds are LG will turn out fine, but as you’ll see from this selection of tunes from ICO and Shadow of the Colossus, it has some big shoes to fill! Download SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Castle in [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/10/26/vgmpire-126-smtober-part-four/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/10/26/vgmpire-126-smtober-part-four/#comments Wed, 26 Oct 2016 07:02:09 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1170 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/10/26/vgmpire-126-smtober-part-four/feed/ 18 1170 VGMpirenoOur final foray into the world of Shin Megami Tensei tackles the Devil Survivor sub series, then whirls through Last Bible, Jack Bros and Demi Kids before concluding the month with Tokyo Mirage Sessions. Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Opening (Devil Survivor 2) 0:10:02 – Action (Devil Survivor) 0:12:57 – Battle Beat (Devil Survivor) [...]VGMpireOur final foray into the world of Shin Megami Tensei tackles the Devil Survivor sub series, then whirls through Last Bible, Jack Bros and Demi Kids before concluding the month with Tokyo Mirage Sessions. Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Opening (Devil Survivor 2) 0:10:02 – Action (Devil Survivor) 0:12:57 – Battle Beat (Devil Survivor) [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/10/19/vgmpire-125-smtober-part-three/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/10/19/vgmpire-125-smtober-part-three/#comments Wed, 19 Oct 2016 07:02:26 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1165 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/10/19/vgmpire-125-smtober-part-three/feed/ 10 1165 VGMpirenoWith the numbered SMT titles handled, it’s time to examine its Devil Summoner spinoff series, which begins on the Sega Saturn and extends all the way to the PS2. We also briefly discuss Strange Journey, the spinoff that was almost a proper mainline sequel. Download Now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Theme (SMT Devil Summoner: Raidou [...]VGMpireWith the numbered SMT titles handled, it’s time to examine its Devil Summoner spinoff series, which begins on the Sega Saturn and extends all the way to the PS2. We also briefly discuss Strange Journey, the spinoff that was almost a proper mainline sequel. Download Now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Theme (SMT Devil Summoner: Raidou [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/10/12/vgmpire-124-smtober-part-two/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/10/12/vgmpire-124-smtober-part-two/#comments Wed, 12 Oct 2016 07:02:26 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1158 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/10/12/vgmpire-124-smtober-part-two/feed/ 9 1158 VGMpirenoShin Megami Tensei grows up with two stylish sequels separated by a decade of real world time. We begin with PS2 demon-em-up SMT Nocturne, then jam out to incredibly moody tunes from 2013’s SMT IV. Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title 2 (Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne) 0:11:10 – Large Map (SMT Nocturne) 0:13:27 – [...]VGMpireShin Megami Tensei grows up with two stylish sequels separated by a decade of real world time. We begin with PS2 demon-em-up SMT Nocturne, then jam out to incredibly moody tunes from 2013’s SMT IV. Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title 2 (Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne) 0:11:10 – Large Map (SMT Nocturne) 0:13:27 – [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/10/05/vgmpire-123-smtober-part-one/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/10/05/vgmpire-123-smtober-part-one/#comments Wed, 05 Oct 2016 07:02:50 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1154 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/10/05/vgmpire-123-smtober-part-one/feed/ 18 1154 VGMpirenoROCKTOBER RETURNS with a month of sinisiter Shin Megami Tensei tunes! We begin with a trio of Super Famicom titles that laid the groundwork for an entire series and its numerous spinoffs, yet never really left Japan. That’s SMT I, II and the lesser known If… Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Dream (Shin Megami [...]VGMpireROCKTOBER RETURNS with a month of sinisiter Shin Megami Tensei tunes! We begin with a trio of Super Famicom titles that laid the groundwork for an entire series and its numerous spinoffs, yet never really left Japan. That’s SMT I, II and the lesser known If… Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Dream (Shin Megami [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/09/21/vgmpire-122-tobal-tunes/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/09/21/vgmpire-122-tobal-tunes/#comments Wed, 21 Sep 2016 07:02:28 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1149 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/09/21/vgmpire-122-tobal-tunes/feed/ 7 1149 VGMpirenoEclectic, uplifting tunes from two nearly forgotten PS1 fighting games. The first fizzled despite a cool quest mode and FFVII demo, while the second never made it stateside – so now’s your chance to hear their exceptional soundtracks! Download now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Intro Cutscene (Tobal No 1) 10:18 – Cloud City (Tobal No [...]VGMpireEclectic, uplifting tunes from two nearly forgotten PS1 fighting games. The first fizzled despite a cool quest mode and FFVII demo, while the second never made it stateside – so now’s your chance to hear their exceptional soundtracks! Download now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Intro Cutscene (Tobal No 1) 10:18 – Cloud City (Tobal No [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/09/07/vgmpire-121-crash-courses/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/09/07/vgmpire-121-crash-courses/#comments Wed, 07 Sep 2016 07:02:25 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1143 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/09/07/vgmpire-121-crash-courses/feed/ 7 1143 VGMpirenoThe Boundin’ Bandicoot turns 20 years old this month, so we’re looking back at his original PlayStation adventures. Thumping drums, twangy rock and tinkly xylophones provide a backdrop for this chart-topping trilogy. Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – N Sanity Beach (Crash Bandicoot) 0:12:57 – Hog Wild (Crash Bandicoot) 0:15:11 – Pinstripe (Crash Bandicoot) 0:17:21 [...]VGMpireThe Boundin’ Bandicoot turns 20 years old this month, so we’re looking back at his original PlayStation adventures. Thumping drums, twangy rock and tinkly xylophones provide a backdrop for this chart-topping trilogy. Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – N Sanity Beach (Crash Bandicoot) 0:12:57 – Hog Wild (Crash Bandicoot) 0:15:11 – Pinstripe (Crash Bandicoot) 0:17:21 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/08/10/vgmpire-120-star-fox-salute/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/08/10/vgmpire-120-star-fox-salute/#comments Wed, 10 Aug 2016 07:02:02 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1136 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/08/10/vgmpire-120-star-fox-salute/feed/ 15 1136 VGMpirenoWe take a tour through the first three Star Fox soundtracks and discuss the brand’s many unique selling points, from its muppet animal heroes to its gamey-orchestral jams. SNES and N64 tunes incoming! Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Main Theme (Star Fox) 0:18:25 – Emergency Call (Star Fox) 0:18:45 – Corneria (Star Fox) 0:25:21 [...]VGMpireWe take a tour through the first three Star Fox soundtracks and discuss the brand’s many unique selling points, from its muppet animal heroes to its gamey-orchestral jams. SNES and N64 tunes incoming! Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Main Theme (Star Fox) 0:18:25 – Emergency Call (Star Fox) 0:18:45 – Corneria (Star Fox) 0:25:21 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/07/13/vgmpire-119-monster-hunter-mania/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/07/13/vgmpire-119-monster-hunter-mania/#comments Wed, 13 Jul 2016 07:02:30 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1129 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/07/13/vgmpire-119-monster-hunter-mania/feed/ 14 1129 VGMpirenoCelebrating over 10 years of incredible orchestral tunes, from the original PS2 title through the latest MH Generations. With guest Yuri Araujo! Download Now 0:00:00 – Main Theme (MH) 0:10:07 – Forest and Hills / Rathalos (MH) 0:11:46 – Yian Garuga (MH) 0:23:30 – Desert (MH Dos / Freedom 2 / Freedom Unite) 0:25:03 – [...]VGMpireCelebrating over 10 years of incredible orchestral tunes, from the original PS2 title through the latest MH Generations. With guest Yuri Araujo! Download Now 0:00:00 – Main Theme (MH) 0:10:07 – Forest and Hills / Rathalos (MH) 0:11:46 – Yian Garuga (MH) 0:23:30 – Desert (MH Dos / Freedom 2 / Freedom Unite) 0:25:03 – [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/06/29/vgmpire-118-mario-madness/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/06/29/vgmpire-118-mario-madness/#comments Wed, 29 Jun 2016 07:02:23 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1124 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/06/29/vgmpire-118-mario-madness/feed/ 21 1124 VGMpirenoLook, we had to do a Super Mario episode at some point, and with Mario 64 turning 20 it seemed like a great time to look back on SMB1~64 and discuss its well-known (but still quite good) tunes. Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – File Select (Mario 64) 0:19:18 – Ground Theme (SMB2) 0:20:51 – [...]VGMpireLook, we had to do a Super Mario episode at some point, and with Mario 64 turning 20 it seemed like a great time to look back on SMB1~64 and discuss its well-known (but still quite good) tunes. Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – File Select (Mario 64) 0:19:18 – Ground Theme (SMB2) 0:20:51 – [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/05/25/vgmpire-117-sonic-cd-with-spencer-nilsen/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/05/25/vgmpire-117-sonic-cd-with-spencer-nilsen/#comments Wed, 25 May 2016 07:02:18 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1119 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/05/25/vgmpire-117-sonic-cd-with-spencer-nilsen/feed/ 23 1119 VGMpirenoOne great game, two great soundtracks. Composer Spencer Nilsen joins us to talk through both US and Japanese Sonic CD tunes, with emphasis on the “present day” tracks that anchor Sonic’s time-traveling adventure. Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Sonic Boom (Short Version) 0:12:39 – Palmtree Panic (US) 0:14:28 – Palmtree Panic (JP) 0:20:33 – [...]VGMpireOne great game, two great soundtracks. Composer Spencer Nilsen joins us to talk through both US and Japanese Sonic CD tunes, with emphasis on the “present day” tracks that anchor Sonic’s time-traveling adventure. Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Sonic Boom (Short Version) 0:12:39 – Palmtree Panic (US) 0:14:28 – Palmtree Panic (JP) 0:20:33 – [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/05/11/vgmpire-116-sega-cd-with-spencer-nilsen/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/05/11/vgmpire-116-sega-cd-with-spencer-nilsen/#comments Wed, 11 May 2016 07:02:25 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1112 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/05/11/vgmpire-116-sega-cd-with-spencer-nilsen/feed/ 22 1112 VGMpirenoThe composer of Batman Returns, Ecco the Dolphin and Spider-Man vs The Kingpin joins us LIVE to discuss the creation of three incredible Sega CD soundtracks. Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Act 1 Driving (Batman Returns) 0:16:20 – Platforming Area (Batman Returns) 0:18:50 – Schreck’s Wonderland (Batman Returns) 0:21:42 – Act 2 Driving (Batman [...]VGMpireThe composer of Batman Returns, Ecco the Dolphin and Spider-Man vs The Kingpin joins us LIVE to discuss the creation of three incredible Sega CD soundtracks. Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Act 1 Driving (Batman Returns) 0:16:20 – Platforming Area (Batman Returns) 0:18:50 – Schreck’s Wonderland (Batman Returns) 0:21:42 – Act 2 Driving (Batman [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/04/06/vgmpire-115-deus-ex-discourse/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/04/06/vgmpire-115-deus-ex-discourse/#comments Wed, 06 Apr 2016 07:02:25 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1106 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/04/06/vgmpire-115-deus-ex-discourse/feed/ 17 1106 VGMpirenoComposer Alexander Brandon joins us to talk about the 2000 sneak-em-up Deus Ex and its sequel, Invisible War. Cyberpunk spy tunes await! Download SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title (Deus Ex) 0:20:39 – UNATCO (Deus Ex) 0:22:46 – NYC Streets (Deus Ex) 0:25:02 – NYC Bar 2 (Deus Ex) 0:37:12 – Enemy Within (Deus Ex) 0:39:00 [...]VGMpireComposer Alexander Brandon joins us to talk about the 2000 sneak-em-up Deus Ex and its sequel, Invisible War. Cyberpunk spy tunes await! Download SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title (Deus Ex) 0:20:39 – UNATCO (Deus Ex) 0:22:46 – NYC Streets (Deus Ex) 0:25:02 – NYC Bar 2 (Deus Ex) 0:37:12 – Enemy Within (Deus Ex) 0:39:00 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/03/30/vgmini-07-return-of-the-joker-gb/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/03/30/vgmini-07-return-of-the-joker-gb/#comments Wed, 30 Mar 2016 07:02:43 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1101 https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/03/30/vgmini-07-return-of-the-joker-gb/feed/ 5 1101 VGMpirenoEven after a whole episode of Batman tunes, we had to devote a VGMini to this Game Boy title that sports tunes from Mega Man composer Manami Matsumae. Download Now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – The Sewers 09:04 – Boss Battle 10:00 – The Train 15:33 – Limestone Cavern 17:02 – Vs Joker 23:08 – EndingVGMpireEven after a whole episode of Batman tunes, we had to devote a VGMini to this Game Boy title that sports tunes from Mega Man composer Manami Matsumae. Download Now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – The Sewers 09:04 – Boss Battle 10:00 – The Train 15:33 – Limestone Cavern 17:02 – Vs Joker 23:08 – EndingGame,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/03/23/vgmpire-114-batman-beats/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/03/23/vgmpire-114-batman-beats/#comments Wed, 23 Mar 2016 16:08:55 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1092 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/03/23/vgmpire-114-batman-beats/feed/ 9 1092 VGMpireno  Top composers from across Japan graced the Caped Crusader’s NES, SNES, Genesis and even Game Boy titles, cementing a VGM legacy that no other hero can touch. Listen along as we play amazing jams from 1990 and beyond. Download now 00:00 – Stage 1 (Batman NES) 07:07 – Stage 3 (Batman NES) 08:17 – [...]VGMpire  Top composers from across Japan graced the Caped Crusader’s NES, SNES, Genesis and even Game Boy titles, cementing a VGM legacy that no other hero can touch. Listen along as we play amazing jams from 1990 and beyond. Download now 00:00 – Stage 1 (Batman NES) 07:07 – Stage 3 (Batman NES) 08:17 – [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/03/16/vgmini-06-superman-genesis/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/03/16/vgmini-06-superman-genesis/#comments Wed, 16 Mar 2016 16:56:24 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1088 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/03/16/vgmini-06-superman-genesis/feed/ 4 1088 VGMpirenoWe don’t wanna make promises we can’t keep, but this early 90s Superman game has an unexpectedly great OST that channels Streets of Rage and Out Run. A fine example of the console put to good use – a must listen! Download 00:00 – Title Screen 08:12 – Round 1 11:39 – Boss BGM 1 13:32 [...]VGMpireWe don’t wanna make promises we can’t keep, but this early 90s Superman game has an unexpectedly great OST that channels Streets of Rage and Out Run. A fine example of the console put to good use – a must listen! Download 00:00 – Title Screen 08:12 – Round 1 11:39 – Boss BGM 1 13:32 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/03/09/vgmpire-113-hyrule-hits-vol-3/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/03/09/vgmpire-113-hyrule-hits-vol-3/#comments Wed, 09 Mar 2016 08:02:14 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1081 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/03/09/vgmpire-113-hyrule-hits-vol-3/feed/ 14 1081 VGMpirenoWe complete our Zelda audio triforce by discussing Skyward Sword, Spirit Tracks and Link Between Worlds, plus touch on the newly released Twilight Princess HD. Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Hyrule Field (Twilight Princess) 0:20:51 – Exploring the Sky (Skyward Sword) 0:24:10 – Lanaryu Desert (Skyward Sword) 0:27:58 – Ancient Automaton Koloktos Allegro (Skyward [...]VGMpireWe complete our Zelda audio triforce by discussing Skyward Sword, Spirit Tracks and Link Between Worlds, plus touch on the newly released Twilight Princess HD. Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Hyrule Field (Twilight Princess) 0:20:51 – Exploring the Sky (Skyward Sword) 0:24:10 – Lanaryu Desert (Skyward Sword) 0:27:58 – Ancient Automaton Koloktos Allegro (Skyward [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/03/02/vgmini-05-jackie-chans-action-kung-fu/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/03/02/vgmini-05-jackie-chans-action-kung-fu/#comments Wed, 02 Mar 2016 08:03:31 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1076 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/03/02/vgmini-05-jackie-chans-action-kung-fu/feed/ 13 1076 VGMpirenoJackie Chan took the US by storm with 1996’s Rumble in the Bronx, but NES and TurboGrafx players likely already knew him as the star of this cute, delightful platformer. More importantly, both versions of the soundtrack are immensely enjoyable and way better than most celebrity games have any right to be. Download now SHOW [...]VGMpireJackie Chan took the US by storm with 1996’s Rumble in the Bronx, but NES and TurboGrafx players likely already knew him as the star of this cute, delightful platformer. More importantly, both versions of the soundtrack are immensely enjoyable and way better than most celebrity games have any right to be. Download now SHOW [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/02/24/vgmpire-112-warcraft-before-wow/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/02/24/vgmpire-112-warcraft-before-wow/#comments Wed, 24 Feb 2016 19:08:05 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1071 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/02/24/vgmpire-112-warcraft-before-wow/feed/ 14 1071 VGMpirenoTen years before it became an MMO sensation, Warcraft was one of the most revered strategy series on the market. Part of its appeal was its thunderous yet listenable war tunes that mixed orchestral grandeur with videogamey toe-tapping goodness. Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Orc Theme 2 (Tides of Darkness) 0:13:46 – Angelfire (Orcs [...]VGMpireTen years before it became an MMO sensation, Warcraft was one of the most revered strategy series on the market. Part of its appeal was its thunderous yet listenable war tunes that mixed orchestral grandeur with videogamey toe-tapping goodness. Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Orc Theme 2 (Tides of Darkness) 0:13:46 – Angelfire (Orcs [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/02/17/vgmini-04-lagoon/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/02/17/vgmini-04-lagoon/#comments Wed, 17 Feb 2016 08:02:55 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1066 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/02/17/vgmini-04-lagoon/feed/ 12 1066 VGMpirenoThis early Super NES RPG didn’t stand the test of time, but its soundtrack sure did! Listen along as we rattle off some of the game’s incredible Ys-like tunes. Download now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Premonition (Lagoon) 07:34 – Master of Water (Lagoon) 09:26 – Prince of Darkness (Lagoon) 14:05 – Armed and Ready (Lagoon) 20:04 – Tales [...]VGMpireThis early Super NES RPG didn’t stand the test of time, but its soundtrack sure did! Listen along as we rattle off some of the game’s incredible Ys-like tunes. Download now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Premonition (Lagoon) 07:34 – Master of Water (Lagoon) 09:26 – Prince of Darkness (Lagoon) 14:05 – Armed and Ready (Lagoon) 20:04 – Tales [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/02/10/vgmpire-111-the-lost-vikings/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/02/10/vgmpire-111-the-lost-vikings/#comments Wed, 10 Feb 2016 08:02:29 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1062 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/02/10/vgmpire-111-the-lost-vikings/feed/ 7 1062 VGMpirenoWhen you think about vikings, you don’t usually picture early 90s dance music. But composer Charles Deenan sure did, and used a mix of keyboards, guitars and beats to craft one of my favorite SNES soundtracks. Download Now Show Notes: 00:00 – Title Screen (Lost Vikings) 12:56 – Space Area (Lost Vikings) 14:55 – Egyptian [...]VGMpireWhen you think about vikings, you don’t usually picture early 90s dance music. But composer Charles Deenan sure did, and used a mix of keyboards, guitars and beats to craft one of my favorite SNES soundtracks. Download Now Show Notes: 00:00 – Title Screen (Lost Vikings) 12:56 – Space Area (Lost Vikings) 14:55 – Egyptian [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/02/03/vgmini-03-splatoon-tunes/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/02/03/vgmini-03-splatoon-tunes/#comments Thu, 04 Feb 2016 06:01:07 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1056 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/02/03/vgmini-03-splatoon-tunes/feed/ 21 1056 VGMpirenoOne of 2015’s best soundtracks gets its own episode! We discuss not only the game’s relentlessly upbeat tunes, but also its unique Nickelodeon meets Jet Grind Radio universe. Download now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Splattack 08:40 – Ink or Sink 11:15 – Seaskape 14:10 – Metalopod 24:06 – Friend List 26:11 – Hooked 28:37 – Eight-Legged [...]VGMpireOne of 2015’s best soundtracks gets its own episode! We discuss not only the game’s relentlessly upbeat tunes, but also its unique Nickelodeon meets Jet Grind Radio universe. Download now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Splattack 08:40 – Ink or Sink 11:15 – Seaskape 14:10 – Metalopod 24:06 – Friend List 26:11 – Hooked 28:37 – Eight-Legged [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/01/27/vgmpire-110-more-mario-rpgs/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/01/27/vgmpire-110-more-mario-rpgs/#comments Wed, 27 Jan 2016 08:02:38 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1050 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/01/27/vgmpire-110-more-mario-rpgs/feed/ 10 1050 VGMpirenoAn all new assortment of upbeat, life-affirming tracks from Dream Team and Paper Jam, plus we return to the SNES original for a pair of 1996 gems. Infectious positivity you can’t resist! Download SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Ready for a New Adventure (Paper Jam) 0:07:33 – Mixed Up Scramble (Paper Jam) 0:10:29 – Let’s Fight [...]VGMpireAn all new assortment of upbeat, life-affirming tracks from Dream Team and Paper Jam, plus we return to the SNES original for a pair of 1996 gems. Infectious positivity you can’t resist! Download SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Ready for a New Adventure (Paper Jam) 0:07:33 – Mixed Up Scramble (Paper Jam) 0:10:29 – Let’s Fight [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/01/20/vgmini-02-omikron/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/01/20/vgmini-02-omikron/#comments Wed, 20 Jan 2016 18:44:30 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1045 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/01/20/vgmini-02-omikron/feed/ 4 1045 VGMpirenoDavid Bowie’s reach extended even to video games, perhaps most so in this 1999 sci-fi adventure. We look at some of his tracks that debuted here, plus the BGM from composer Xavier Despas. Download SHOW NOTES 00:00 – New Angels of Promise 11:53 – Anekbah Theme 13:39 – Opening Theme 17:11 – File Select 23:11 [...]VGMpireDavid Bowie’s reach extended even to video games, perhaps most so in this 1999 sci-fi adventure. We look at some of his tracks that debuted here, plus the BGM from composer Xavier Despas. Download SHOW NOTES 00:00 – New Angels of Promise 11:53 – Anekbah Theme 13:39 – Opening Theme 17:11 – File Select 23:11 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/01/13/vgmpire-109-magic-armageddon-music/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/01/13/vgmpire-109-magic-armageddon-music/#comments Wed, 13 Jan 2016 08:03:52 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1041 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2016/01/13/vgmpire-109-magic-armageddon-music/feed/ 5 1041 VGMpirenoWho coulda guessed an obscure shooter series would have incredible, blood pumping music? Oh, actually, guest Patrick Kulikowski knew, and brought tunes from all three Mahou Daisakusen games. Download now 0:00:00 – Saddle Horn (Kingdom Grand Prix) 0:06:52 – Sorcer Striker (Mahou Daisakusen) 0:10:00 – Rock The Accept (Mahou Daisakusen) 0:19:11 – Lead Departure (Kingdom [...]VGMpireWho coulda guessed an obscure shooter series would have incredible, blood pumping music? Oh, actually, guest Patrick Kulikowski knew, and brought tunes from all three Mahou Daisakusen games. Download now 0:00:00 – Saddle Horn (Kingdom Grand Prix) 0:06:52 – Sorcer Striker (Mahou Daisakusen) 0:10:00 – Rock The Accept (Mahou Daisakusen) 0:19:11 – Lead Departure (Kingdom [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/12/30/vgmpire-aoty-2015-undertale/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/12/30/vgmpire-aoty-2015-undertale/#comments Wed, 30 Dec 2015 18:54:43 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1034 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/12/30/vgmpire-aoty-2015-undertale/feed/ 11 1034 VGMpirenoOur second Album of the Year award goes to Undertale, which lovingly combines the sounds of the NES and SNES with modern chiptunery. The result is a 100-track OST that can’t be missed – but be prepared for some light spoilers! Download now We all kind of agree that RPG battle music rules, right? Well, [...]VGMpireOur second Album of the Year award goes to Undertale, which lovingly combines the sounds of the NES and SNES with modern chiptunery. The result is a 100-track OST that can’t be missed – but be prepared for some light spoilers! Download now We all kind of agree that RPG battle music rules, right? Well, [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/12/27/dkc-tropical-freeze-interview-with-david-wise/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/12/27/dkc-tropical-freeze-interview-with-david-wise/#comments Mon, 28 Dec 2015 05:32:27 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1010 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/12/27/dkc-tropical-freeze-interview-with-david-wise/feed/ 3 1010 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/12/23/vgmpire-108-2015-year-in-review/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/12/23/vgmpire-108-2015-year-in-review/#comments Wed, 23 Dec 2015 08:02:21 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1004 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/12/23/vgmpire-108-2015-year-in-review/feed/ 25 1004 VGMpirenoA 90 minute look back at some of 2015’s best tracks, including songs from Ori and the Blind Forest, Bloodborne and Codename STEAM. Download now TRACK LIST 0:00:00 – Main Theme (Rocket League) 0:07:31 – Title Screen (Fast Racing Neo) 0:14:07 – RC Pro Am museum theme (Rare Replay) 0:15:09 – Cobra Triangle museum theme [...]VGMpireA 90 minute look back at some of 2015’s best tracks, including songs from Ori and the Blind Forest, Bloodborne and Codename STEAM. Download now TRACK LIST 0:00:00 – Main Theme (Rocket League) 0:07:31 – Title Screen (Fast Racing Neo) 0:14:07 – RC Pro Am museum theme (Rare Replay) 0:15:09 – Cobra Triangle museum theme [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/12/16/vgmini-episode-01-kickle-cubicle/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/12/16/vgmini-episode-01-kickle-cubicle/#comments Wed, 16 Dec 2015 08:02:25 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=999 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/12/16/vgmini-episode-01-kickle-cubicle/feed/ 10 999 VGMpirenoAfter years of empty threats, Chris finally lands his Kickle Cubicle episode. And it just so happens to be our very first VGMini, a new sub-series that looks at games that might otherwise never get their own show. Download now TRACK LIST 00:00 – Stage Theme 06:12 – Password Theme 06:58 – Boss Battle 12:58 [...]VGMpireAfter years of empty threats, Chris finally lands his Kickle Cubicle episode. And it just so happens to be our very first VGMini, a new sub-series that looks at games that might otherwise never get their own show. Download now TRACK LIST 00:00 – Stage Theme 06:12 – Password Theme 06:58 – Boss Battle 12:58 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/12/09/vgmpire-107-talkin-tunes-with-tommy-tallarico/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/12/09/vgmpire-107-talkin-tunes-with-tommy-tallarico/#comments Wed, 09 Dec 2015 16:10:25 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=993 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/12/09/vgmpire-107-talkin-tunes-with-tommy-tallarico/feed/ 14 993 VGMpirenoWe chat with the world-famous composer about Earthworm Jim, the early days of game music and how Video Games Live came to be, all while listening to choice tunes from his second Greatest Hits album. Download now 0:00:00 – Launch (PlayStation Demo Disc) 0:16:26 – Champion (Madden NFL 96) 0:17:31 – The Chosen (Skeleton Warriors) 0:19:36 [...]VGMpireWe chat with the world-famous composer about Earthworm Jim, the early days of game music and how Video Games Live came to be, all while listening to choice tunes from his second Greatest Hits album. Download now 0:00:00 – Launch (PlayStation Demo Disc) 0:16:26 – Champion (Madden NFL 96) 0:17:31 – The Chosen (Skeleton Warriors) 0:19:36 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/12/01/download-super-cartography-bros-for-free-mario-map-mixes/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/12/01/download-super-cartography-bros-for-free-mario-map-mixes/#comments Tue, 01 Dec 2015 18:44:29 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=982 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/12/01/download-super-cartography-bros-for-free-mario-map-mixes/feed/ 2 982 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/11/25/vgmpire-106-ninja-warriors/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/11/25/vgmpire-106-ninja-warriors/#comments Wed, 25 Nov 2015 08:02:06 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=975 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/11/25/vgmpire-106-ninja-warriors/feed/ 17 975 VGMpirenoIncredible synth jams from two overlooked katana-em-ups. There may only be two games to discuss, but holy crap get ready for sincere 80s awesomeness. Download now 0:00:00 – Daddy Mulk (The Ninja Warriors 87) 0:09:37 – Are You Lady (The Ninja Warriors 87) 0:11:59 – Japanese Smile (The Ninja Warriors 87) 0:21:49 – Motherless Children (The Ninja [...]VGMpireIncredible synth jams from two overlooked katana-em-ups. There may only be two games to discuss, but holy crap get ready for sincere 80s awesomeness. Download now 0:00:00 – Daddy Mulk (The Ninja Warriors 87) 0:09:37 – Are You Lady (The Ninja Warriors 87) 0:11:59 – Japanese Smile (The Ninja Warriors 87) 0:21:49 – Motherless Children (The Ninja [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/11/12/first-ears-on-with-the-yooka-laylee-soundtrack/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/11/12/first-ears-on-with-the-yooka-laylee-soundtrack/#comments Thu, 12 Nov 2015 19:42:40 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=967 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/11/12/first-ears-on-with-the-yooka-laylee-soundtrack/feed/ 2 967 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/11/11/vgmpire-105-spyro-sampler/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/11/11/vgmpire-105-spyro-sampler/#comments Wed, 11 Nov 2015 08:02:20 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=962 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/11/11/vgmpire-105-spyro-sampler/feed/ 12 962 VGMpirenoPlatformer percussion from the man behind The Police. Like literally behind, since we’re talking about drummer and composer Stewart Copeland! Download Now 0:00:00 – Opening (Spyro the Dragon) 0:09:27 – Crystal Flight (Spyro the Dragon) 0:12:43 – Blowhard (Spyro the Dragon) 0:15:56 – Wild Flight (Spyro the Dragon) 0:22:37 – Twilight Harbor (Spyro the Dragon) [...]VGMpirePlatformer percussion from the man behind The Police. Like literally behind, since we’re talking about drummer and composer Stewart Copeland! Download Now 0:00:00 – Opening (Spyro the Dragon) 0:09:27 – Crystal Flight (Spyro the Dragon) 0:12:43 – Blowhard (Spyro the Dragon) 0:15:56 – Wild Flight (Spyro the Dragon) 0:22:37 – Twilight Harbor (Spyro the Dragon) [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/11/10/street-fighter-ii-the-definitive-soundtrack-tracklist-revealed/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/11/10/street-fighter-ii-the-definitive-soundtrack-tracklist-revealed/#comments Tue, 10 Nov 2015 19:15:51 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=956 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/11/10/street-fighter-ii-the-definitive-soundtrack-tracklist-revealed/feed/ 2 956 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/11/09/vgmpire-update-now-part-of-the-lasertime-patreon/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/11/09/vgmpire-update-now-part-of-the-lasertime-patreon/#comments Mon, 09 Nov 2015 17:50:52 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=948 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/11/09/vgmpire-update-now-part-of-the-lasertime-patreon/feed/ 5 948 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/10/28/vgmpire-104-rockmantober-iv/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/10/28/vgmpire-104-rockmantober-iv/#comments Wed, 28 Oct 2015 07:02:00 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=941 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/10/28/vgmpire-104-rockmantober-iv/feed/ 17 941 VGMpirenoRocktober 2015 concludes with incredible MM10 jams, surprising tracks from Wily Wars and a trio of tunes from Mega Man and Bass. Download Now 0:00:00 – Title (MM10) 0:07:53 – Solar Man (MM10) 0:10:35 – Strike Man (MM10) 0:12:37 – Blade Man (MM10) 0:20:25 – Nitro Man (MM10) 0:22:48 – Wily 2 (MM10) 0:25:08 – [...]VGMpireRocktober 2015 concludes with incredible MM10 jams, surprising tracks from Wily Wars and a trio of tunes from Mega Man and Bass. Download Now 0:00:00 – Title (MM10) 0:07:53 – Solar Man (MM10) 0:10:35 – Strike Man (MM10) 0:12:37 – Blade Man (MM10) 0:20:25 – Nitro Man (MM10) 0:22:48 – Wily 2 (MM10) 0:25:08 – [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/10/21/vgmpire-103-rockmantober-part-iii/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/10/21/vgmpire-103-rockmantober-part-iii/#comments Wed, 21 Oct 2015 07:02:08 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=934 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/10/21/vgmpire-103-rockmantober-part-iii/feed/ 17 934 VGMpirenoWe travel from 1995 all the way to 2009 with this look at MM7, 8 and 9. SNES tunes, PSX dance grooves and modern-era chiptunes await. Download Now 0:00:00 – Title (MM7) 0:11:30 – Bass (MM7) 0:12:58 – Freeze Man (MM7) 0:15:21 – Shade Man (MM7) 0:22:32 – Wily 1 (MM7) 0:25:04 – Wily 2 [...]VGMpireWe travel from 1995 all the way to 2009 with this look at MM7, 8 and 9. SNES tunes, PSX dance grooves and modern-era chiptunes await. Download Now 0:00:00 – Title (MM7) 0:11:30 – Bass (MM7) 0:12:58 – Freeze Man (MM7) 0:15:21 – Shade Man (MM7) 0:22:32 – Wily 1 (MM7) 0:25:04 – Wily 2 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/10/14/vgmpire-102-rockmantober-part-ii/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/10/14/vgmpire-102-rockmantober-part-ii/#comments Wed, 14 Oct 2015 07:02:10 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=928 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/10/14/vgmpire-102-rockmantober-part-ii/feed/ 10 928 VGMpirenoThe second NES trilogy keeps the mega music moving with amazing jams like Skull Man, Stone Man and Mr X Castle. Download Now 0:00:00 – Opening 2 (MM4) 0:10:50 – Ring Man (MM4) 0:12:17 – Bright Man (MM4) 0:13:36 – Dust Man (MM4) 0:23:27 – Dive Man (MM4) 0:25:12 – Skull Man (MM4) 0:26:56 – [...]VGMpireThe second NES trilogy keeps the mega music moving with amazing jams like Skull Man, Stone Man and Mr X Castle. Download Now 0:00:00 – Opening 2 (MM4) 0:10:50 – Ring Man (MM4) 0:12:17 – Bright Man (MM4) 0:13:36 – Dust Man (MM4) 0:23:27 – Dive Man (MM4) 0:25:12 – Skull Man (MM4) 0:26:56 – [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/10/07/vgmpire-101-rockmantober-part-i/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/10/07/vgmpire-101-rockmantober-part-i/#comments Wed, 07 Oct 2015 08:24:42 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=923 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/10/07/vgmpire-101-rockmantober-part-i/feed/ 29 923 VGMpirenoROCKTOBER 2015 kicks off with a deep dive into the first three Mega Man games. Download Now 0:00:00 – Opening and Title (MM2) 0:13:01 – Cut Man (MM1) 0:14:31 – Elec Man (MM1) 0:16:01 – Bomb Man (MM1) 0:22:42 – Fire Man (MM1) 0:23:47 – Wily 1 (MM1) 0:30:22 – Bubble Man (MM2) 0:31:40 – [...]VGMpireROCKTOBER 2015 kicks off with a deep dive into the first three Mega Man games. Download Now 0:00:00 – Opening and Title (MM2) 0:13:01 – Cut Man (MM1) 0:14:31 – Elec Man (MM1) 0:16:01 – Bomb Man (MM1) 0:22:42 – Fire Man (MM1) 0:23:47 – Wily 1 (MM1) 0:30:22 – Bubble Man (MM2) 0:31:40 – [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/09/25/where-to-buy-vgmpire-100s-top-tracks/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/09/25/where-to-buy-vgmpire-100s-top-tracks/#comments Fri, 25 Sep 2015 22:30:12 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=913 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/09/25/where-to-buy-vgmpire-100s-top-tracks/feed/ 2 913 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/09/23/need-more-vgm-give-these-other-podcasts-a-listen/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/09/23/need-more-vgm-give-these-other-podcasts-a-listen/#comments Wed, 23 Sep 2015 21:41:49 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=908 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/09/23/need-more-vgm-give-these-other-podcasts-a-listen/feed/ 9 908 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/09/09/vgmpire-100-the-best-ever/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/09/09/vgmpire-100-the-best-ever/#comments Wed, 09 Sep 2015 07:01:00 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=903 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/09/09/vgmpire-100-the-best-ever/feed/ 61 903 VGMpirenoNumerous VGMpire guests share their favorite game tunes of all time as part of our milestone 100th episode. Download now 0:00:00 – Title Screen (Silver Surfer) 0:08:33 – Vane (Lunar: The Silver Star) 0:12:50 – First Step Towards War (Ys Book I) 0:17:02 – Level 1 (Section Z) 0:23:23 – Never More (Persona 4) 0:30:41 [...]VGMpireNumerous VGMpire guests share their favorite game tunes of all time as part of our milestone 100th episode. Download now 0:00:00 – Title Screen (Silver Surfer) 0:08:33 – Vane (Lunar: The Silver Star) 0:12:50 – First Step Towards War (Ys Book I) 0:17:02 – Level 1 (Section Z) 0:23:23 – Never More (Persona 4) 0:30:41 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/08/26/vgmpire-99-road-rash-rules/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/08/26/vgmpire-99-road-rash-rules/#comments Wed, 26 Aug 2015 07:02:29 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=896 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/08/26/vgmpire-99-road-rash-rules/feed/ 18 896 VGMpirenoThree classic bike-em-ups from the 16-bit days bring us one step closer to 100 episodes. Hope you like FM guitars! Download now 0:00:00 – Main Theme (Road Rash) 0:10:01 – Grass Valley (Road Rash) 0:14:37 – Pacific Coast (Road Rash) 0:18:01 – Redwood Forest (Road Rash) 0:25:21 – Hawaii (Road Rash 2) 0:31:19 – Vermont (Road Rash 2) 0:33:25 – Main Theme [...]VGMpireThree classic bike-em-ups from the 16-bit days bring us one step closer to 100 episodes. Hope you like FM guitars! Download now 0:00:00 – Main Theme (Road Rash) 0:10:01 – Grass Valley (Road Rash) 0:14:37 – Pacific Coast (Road Rash) 0:18:01 – Redwood Forest (Road Rash) 0:25:21 – Hawaii (Road Rash 2) 0:31:19 – Vermont (Road Rash 2) 0:33:25 – Main Theme [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/08/12/vgmpire-98-pure-pilotwings/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/08/12/vgmpire-98-pure-pilotwings/#comments Wed, 12 Aug 2015 07:02:57 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=891 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/08/12/vgmpire-98-pure-pilotwings/feed/ 20 891 VGMpirenoAn hour of soul soothing tunes from three easygoing flight sims. Time to relax! Download now 00:00 – Title Screen (Pilotwings) 08:40 – Light Plane (Pilotwings) 10:25 – Skydiving (Pilotwings) 11:55 – Rocketbelt (Pilotwings) 16:40 – Hang Glider (Pilotwings) 18:18 – Helicopter (Pilotwings) 27:00 – Hang Glider (Pilotwings 64) 32:12 – Rocketbelt (Pilotwings 64) 36:02 [...]VGMpireAn hour of soul soothing tunes from three easygoing flight sims. Time to relax! Download now 00:00 – Title Screen (Pilotwings) 08:40 – Light Plane (Pilotwings) 10:25 – Skydiving (Pilotwings) 11:55 – Rocketbelt (Pilotwings) 16:40 – Hang Glider (Pilotwings) 18:18 – Helicopter (Pilotwings) 27:00 – Hang Glider (Pilotwings 64) 32:12 – Rocketbelt (Pilotwings 64) 36:02 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/07/22/vgmpire-97-yo-yoshi/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/07/22/vgmpire-97-yo-yoshi/#comments Wed, 22 Jul 2015 07:02:24 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=885 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/07/22/vgmpire-97-yo-yoshi/feed/ 21 885 VGMpirenoCelebrating 20 years of eggcellent tunes, all the way from the NES to the 3DS. Download now 0:00:00 – Title Screen (Yoshi’s Island) 0:09:48 – Flower Garden (Yoshi’s Island) 0:12:40 – Athletic (Yoshi’s Island) 0:14:50 – Overworld (Yoshi’s Island) 0:25:05 – Fortress (Yoshi’s Island) 0:27:10 – Underground (Yoshi’s Island) 0:28:55 – Bowser Battle (Yoshi’s Island) [...]VGMpireCelebrating 20 years of eggcellent tunes, all the way from the NES to the 3DS. Download now 0:00:00 – Title Screen (Yoshi’s Island) 0:09:48 – Flower Garden (Yoshi’s Island) 0:12:40 – Athletic (Yoshi’s Island) 0:14:50 – Overworld (Yoshi’s Island) 0:25:05 – Fortress (Yoshi’s Island) 0:27:10 – Underground (Yoshi’s Island) 0:28:55 – Bowser Battle (Yoshi’s Island) [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/07/08/vgmpire-96-grandia-greatness/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/07/08/vgmpire-96-grandia-greatness/#comments Wed, 08 Jul 2015 07:01:34 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=880 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/07/08/vgmpire-96-grandia-greatness/feed/ 16 880 VGMpirenoFrom sweeping orchestral openings to hard rockin battle tunes, the Grandia series has something for everyone. Download now 0:00:00 – Theme of Grandia (Grandia) 0:11:25 – Town of Palm (Grandia) 0:14:53 – Snowy Laine Village (Grandia) 0:19:10 – Battle 3 (Grandia) 0:28:32 – Carbo (Grandia II) 0:33:16 – Dangerous Zone (Grandia II) 0:36:49 – Fight [...]VGMpireFrom sweeping orchestral openings to hard rockin battle tunes, the Grandia series has something for everyone. Download now 0:00:00 – Theme of Grandia (Grandia) 0:11:25 – Town of Palm (Grandia) 0:14:53 – Snowy Laine Village (Grandia) 0:19:10 – Battle 3 (Grandia) 0:28:32 – Carbo (Grandia II) 0:33:16 – Dangerous Zone (Grandia II) 0:36:49 – Fight [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/06/24/vgmpire-95-double-dragon-diatribe/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/06/24/vgmpire-95-double-dragon-diatribe/#comments Wed, 24 Jun 2015 07:02:24 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=867 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/06/24/vgmpire-95-double-dragon-diatribe/feed/ 45 867 VGMpirenoAn extensive look at the seminal beat em up series, including the NES originals, spin offs and Neon. Download now 0:00:00 – Double Dragon (Double Dragon) 0:14:02 – The Black Warriors Arrive (Double Dragon) 0:16:39 – Riot (Double Dragon) 0:18:04 – Woods (Double Dragon) 0:20:29 – Old Nemesis Willy (Double Dragon) 0:31:54 – Unleashing the [...]VGMpireAn extensive look at the seminal beat em up series, including the NES originals, spin offs and Neon. Download now 0:00:00 – Double Dragon (Double Dragon) 0:14:02 – The Black Warriors Arrive (Double Dragon) 0:16:39 – Riot (Double Dragon) 0:18:04 – Woods (Double Dragon) 0:20:29 – Old Nemesis Willy (Double Dragon) 0:31:54 – Unleashing the [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/05/27/vgmpire-94-toshinden-tunes/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/05/27/vgmpire-94-toshinden-tunes/#comments Wed, 27 May 2015 07:02:02 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=860 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/05/27/vgmpire-94-toshinden-tunes/feed/ 34 860 VGMpirenoUnbelievably good tracks from two mid 90s brawlers. Buckle up! Download now 0:00:00 – Eiji’s Theme (Toshinden 2) 0:13:13 – Duke (Toshinden 2) 0:16:12 – Ellis (Tohshinden 2) 0:19:25 – Chaos (Toshinden 2) 0:29:29 – Rungo (Toshinden 2) 0:32:46 – Sofia (Toshinden 2) 0:35:47 – Mondo (Toshinden 2) 0:40:40 – Tracy (Toshinden 2) 0:43:48 – [...]VGMpireUnbelievably good tracks from two mid 90s brawlers. Buckle up! Download now 0:00:00 – Eiji’s Theme (Toshinden 2) 0:13:13 – Duke (Toshinden 2) 0:16:12 – Ellis (Tohshinden 2) 0:19:25 – Chaos (Toshinden 2) 0:29:29 – Rungo (Toshinden 2) 0:32:46 – Sofia (Toshinden 2) 0:35:47 – Mondo (Toshinden 2) 0:40:40 – Tracy (Toshinden 2) 0:43:48 – [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/05/13/vgmpire-93-avengers-audio/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/05/13/vgmpire-93-avengers-audio/#comments Wed, 13 May 2015 07:02:56 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=854 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/05/13/vgmpire-93-avengers-audio/feed/ 14 854 VGMpirenoBe a hero and save America by listening to great tracks from two classic Avengers beat em ups. OK GO 00:00 – Title Theme (Captain America and the Avengers) 11:00 – Scene 1 (CAATA) 12:35 – Whirlwind and Ultron (CAATA) 13:54 – Almost Victorious 1 (CAATA) 21:01 – Target Town (CAATA) 22:50 – Giant Laser [...]VGMpireBe a hero and save America by listening to great tracks from two classic Avengers beat em ups. OK GO 00:00 – Title Theme (Captain America and the Avengers) 11:00 – Scene 1 (CAATA) 12:35 – Whirlwind and Ultron (CAATA) 13:54 – Almost Victorious 1 (CAATA) 21:01 – Target Town (CAATA) 22:50 – Giant Laser [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/04/29/vgmpire-92-monkey-ball-moves/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/04/29/vgmpire-92-monkey-ball-moves/#comments Wed, 29 Apr 2015 07:01:30 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=847 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/04/29/vgmpire-92-monkey-ball-moves/feed/ 12 847 VGMpirenoMove and groove to the upbeat tunes of Super Monkey Ball 1 and 2. Download now   00:00 – Title Screen (Super Monkey Ball) 07:04 – Jungle (SMB) 09:29 – Sky High (SMB) 11:44 – Monkey Mall (SMB) 20:02 – Monkey Billiards (SMB) 22:28 – Monkey Target (SMB) 25:21 – Storm (SMB) 34:38 – Under [...]VGMpireMove and groove to the upbeat tunes of Super Monkey Ball 1 and 2. Download now   00:00 – Title Screen (Super Monkey Ball) 07:04 – Jungle (SMB) 09:29 – Sky High (SMB) 11:44 – Monkey Mall (SMB) 20:02 – Monkey Billiards (SMB) 22:28 – Monkey Target (SMB) 25:21 – Storm (SMB) 34:38 – Under [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/04/15/vgmpire-91-vectorman-vibe/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/04/15/vgmpire-91-vectorman-vibe/#comments Wed, 15 Apr 2015 07:02:04 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=841 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/04/15/vgmpire-91-vectorman-vibe/feed/ 17 841 VGMpirenoTechie tunes from two late-blooming Genesis hits. A little bit of dance with a dash of chillaxin grooviness. Download now 00:00 – Title Screen (Vectorman) 05:23 – Terraport (Vectorman) 06:37 – Options Screen (Vectorman) 09:03 – Rock n Roller (Vectorman) 21:41 – Tidal Surge (Vectorman) 23:50 – Metalhead (Vectorman) 32:00 – Cave 2 (Vectorman 2) [...]VGMpireTechie tunes from two late-blooming Genesis hits. A little bit of dance with a dash of chillaxin grooviness. Download now 00:00 – Title Screen (Vectorman) 05:23 – Terraport (Vectorman) 06:37 – Options Screen (Vectorman) 09:03 – Rock n Roller (Vectorman) 21:41 – Tidal Surge (Vectorman) 23:50 – Metalhead (Vectorman) 32:00 – Cave 2 (Vectorman 2) [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/04/01/vgmpire-90-suikoden-serenade/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/04/01/vgmpire-90-suikoden-serenade/#comments Wed, 01 Apr 2015 07:02:11 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=836 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/04/01/vgmpire-90-suikoden-serenade/feed/ 15 836 VGMpirenoA deep dive in the game that started it all, plus choice tracks from its first two sequels. Download now 0:00:00 – Transcending Love (Suikoden III) 0:12:37 – Beautiful Golden City (Suikoden) 0:14:43 – Into a World of Illusion (Suikoden) 0:16:32 – Theme of an Advancing Army (Suikoden) 0:25:02 – Theme of Narcissism (Suikoden) 0:27:49 [...]VGMpireA deep dive in the game that started it all, plus choice tracks from its first two sequels. Download now 0:00:00 – Transcending Love (Suikoden III) 0:12:37 – Beautiful Golden City (Suikoden) 0:14:43 – Into a World of Illusion (Suikoden) 0:16:32 – Theme of an Advancing Army (Suikoden) 0:25:02 – Theme of Narcissism (Suikoden) 0:27:49 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/03/18/vgmpire-89-vandal-hearts-validation/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/03/18/vgmpire-89-vandal-hearts-validation/#comments Wed, 18 Mar 2015 07:25:51 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=831 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/03/18/vgmpire-89-vandal-hearts-validation/feed/ 14 831 VGMpirenoA full hour devoted to this semi-forgotten PS1 series. Download now 0:00:00 – Overture (Vandal Hearts 2) 0:11:41 – Warlock (Vandal Hearts) 0:13:18 – Bygone Days 2 (Vandal Hearts) 0:14:40 – Fortress (Vandal Hearts) 0:28:31 – Warfare on a Plain (Vandal Hearts 2) 0:30:22 – A Crisis (Vandal Hearts 2) 0:33:10 – The Powerless People [...]VGMpireA full hour devoted to this semi-forgotten PS1 series. Download now 0:00:00 – Overture (Vandal Hearts 2) 0:11:41 – Warlock (Vandal Hearts) 0:13:18 – Bygone Days 2 (Vandal Hearts) 0:14:40 – Fortress (Vandal Hearts) 0:28:31 – Warfare on a Plain (Vandal Hearts 2) 0:30:22 – A Crisis (Vandal Hearts 2) 0:33:10 – The Powerless People [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/03/14/the-universality-of-video-game-music-pax-panel-is-live/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/03/14/the-universality-of-video-game-music-pax-panel-is-live/#comments Sat, 14 Mar 2015 19:40:57 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=824 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/03/14/the-universality-of-video-game-music-pax-panel-is-live/feed/ 4 824 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/03/04/vgmpire-88-bomberman-beats-vol-1/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/03/04/vgmpire-88-bomberman-beats-vol-1/#comments Wed, 04 Mar 2015 08:02:40 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=820 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/03/04/vgmpire-88-bomberman-beats-vol-1/feed/ 15 820 VGMpirenoBlast through the first 15 years of Hudson history with this look back at the Bomberman brand. Download now 0:00:00 – Title Screen (Super Bomberman) 0:09:07 – Battle Menu (Super Bomberman) 0:09:39 – Battle Mode (Super Bomberman) 0:10:29 – Level 1 (Super Bomberman) 0:12:04 – Level 3 (Super Bomberman) 0:17:06 – BGM 5 (Super Bomberman [...]VGMpireBlast through the first 15 years of Hudson history with this look back at the Bomberman brand. Download now 0:00:00 – Title Screen (Super Bomberman) 0:09:07 – Battle Menu (Super Bomberman) 0:09:39 – Battle Mode (Super Bomberman) 0:10:29 – Level 1 (Super Bomberman) 0:12:04 – Level 3 (Super Bomberman) 0:17:06 – BGM 5 (Super Bomberman [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/02/18/vgmpire-87-hyrule-hits-vol-2/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/02/18/vgmpire-87-hyrule-hits-vol-2/#comments Wed, 18 Feb 2015 08:11:46 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=814 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/02/18/vgmpire-87-hyrule-hits-vol-2/feed/ 23 814 VGMpirenoA second look at the Legend of Zelda takes us from Majora to Twilight Princess, highlighting all kinds of great tracks along the way. Download here 0:00:00 – Termina Field (Majora’s Mask) 0:13:03 – Last Day (Majora’s Mask) 0:15:09 – Astral Observatory (Majora’s Mask) 0:16:32 – Inside Rockvale Temple (Majora’s Mask) 0:31:28 – Title Screen [...]VGMpireA second look at the Legend of Zelda takes us from Majora to Twilight Princess, highlighting all kinds of great tracks along the way. Download here 0:00:00 – Termina Field (Majora’s Mask) 0:13:03 – Last Day (Majora’s Mask) 0:15:09 – Astral Observatory (Majora’s Mask) 0:16:32 – Inside Rockvale Temple (Majora’s Mask) 0:31:28 – Title Screen [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/02/04/vgmpire-86-dragon-riot/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/02/04/vgmpire-86-dragon-riot/#comments Wed, 04 Feb 2015 08:02:40 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=806 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/02/04/vgmpire-86-dragon-riot/feed/ 18 806 VGMpirenoSo few know the majesty of TurboDuo titans Dragon Slayer and Riot Zone. Incredible soundtracks await! Download Now 0:00:00 – Overworld (Dragon Slayer) 0:08:48 – Thieves’ Hideout (Dragon Slayer) 0:12:54 – Battle Theme (Dragon Slayer) 0:16:46 – Town Theme (Dragon Slayer) 0:24:55 – Sailing (Dragon Slayer) 0:25:40 – Flying (Dragon Slayer) 0:28:35 – Boss Battle [...]VGMpireSo few know the majesty of TurboDuo titans Dragon Slayer and Riot Zone. Incredible soundtracks await! Download Now 0:00:00 – Overworld (Dragon Slayer) 0:08:48 – Thieves’ Hideout (Dragon Slayer) 0:12:54 – Battle Theme (Dragon Slayer) 0:16:46 – Town Theme (Dragon Slayer) 0:24:55 – Sailing (Dragon Slayer) 0:25:40 – Flying (Dragon Slayer) 0:28:35 – Boss Battle [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/01/21/vgmpire-85-combat-cars/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/01/21/vgmpire-85-combat-cars/#comments Wed, 21 Jan 2015 08:02:35 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=801 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/01/21/vgmpire-85-combat-cars/feed/ 18 801 VGMpirenoTwisted Metal and Extreme G lead a gas guzzlin episode centered around cars that battle for more than the checkered flag. Download now 0:00:00 – Theme (Twisted Metal) 0:11:52 – Quake Zone Rumble (Twisted Metal 2) 0:14:52 – Monumental Disaster (Twisted Metal 2) 0:23:55 – Field of Screams (Twisted Metal 2) 0:26:57 – Theme (Twisted [...]VGMpireTwisted Metal and Extreme G lead a gas guzzlin episode centered around cars that battle for more than the checkered flag. Download now 0:00:00 – Theme (Twisted Metal) 0:11:52 – Quake Zone Rumble (Twisted Metal 2) 0:14:52 – Monumental Disaster (Twisted Metal 2) 0:23:55 – Field of Screams (Twisted Metal 2) 0:26:57 – Theme (Twisted [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/01/07/vgmpire-84-musical-menus/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/01/07/vgmpire-84-musical-menus/#comments Wed, 07 Jan 2015 08:02:50 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=796 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2015/01/07/vgmpire-84-musical-menus/feed/ 25 796 VGMpirenoA salute to menu music, shop songs and other oft ignored tunes from consoles and handhelds. Download now 00:00 – GameCube demo disc 05:38 – Initial Setup (PS Vita) 09:02 – Home Screen (PS Vita) 10:49 – Shop (PS Vita) 27:30 – Shop 2014 (Wii U) 29:08 – Shop Summer 2014 (Wii U) 36:52 – [...]VGMpireA salute to menu music, shop songs and other oft ignored tunes from consoles and handhelds. Download now 00:00 – GameCube demo disc 05:38 – Initial Setup (PS Vita) 09:02 – Home Screen (PS Vita) 10:49 – Shop (PS Vita) 27:30 – Shop 2014 (Wii U) 29:08 – Shop Summer 2014 (Wii U) 36:52 – [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/12/21/vgmpire-aoty-2014-dkc-tropical-freeze/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/12/21/vgmpire-aoty-2014-dkc-tropical-freeze/#comments Sun, 21 Dec 2014 08:36:37 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=787 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/12/21/vgmpire-aoty-2014-dkc-tropical-freeze/feed/ 17 787 VGMpirenoOur first ever Album of the Year award goes to David Wise’s stunning Tropical Freeze OST. Its varied set list, consistent quality and overall VGM-ness makes it the best video game soundtrack of the year. Discuss! Download As you may have heard in the Year in Review episode, there was some stiff competition in 2014. [...]VGMpireOur first ever Album of the Year award goes to David Wise’s stunning Tropical Freeze OST. Its varied set list, consistent quality and overall VGM-ness makes it the best video game soundtrack of the year. Discuss! Download As you may have heard in the Year in Review episode, there was some stiff competition in 2014. [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/12/17/vgmpire-83-2014-year-in-review/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/12/17/vgmpire-83-2014-year-in-review/#comments Wed, 17 Dec 2014 08:03:22 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=781 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/12/17/vgmpire-83-2014-year-in-review/feed/ 38 781 VGMpirenoOur biggest episode to date tackles a number of quality tunes from 2014, including Velocity 2X, Bravely Default, Shovel Knight and much more. Download now 0:00:00 – Theme (Fantasy Life) 0:08:12 – City at Night (Fantasy Life) 0:10:14 – Outdoors at Night (Fantasy Life) 0:12:02 – Cheerful Tavern (Fantasy Life) 0:20:36 – Temple of Crota [...]VGMpireOur biggest episode to date tackles a number of quality tunes from 2014, including Velocity 2X, Bravely Default, Shovel Knight and much more. Download now 0:00:00 – Theme (Fantasy Life) 0:08:12 – City at Night (Fantasy Life) 0:10:14 – Outdoors at Night (Fantasy Life) 0:12:02 – Cheerful Tavern (Fantasy Life) 0:20:36 – Temple of Crota [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/12/12/overclocked-remix-turns-15-download-free-new-songs-and-celebrate/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/12/12/overclocked-remix-turns-15-download-free-new-songs-and-celebrate/#comments Sat, 13 Dec 2014 00:46:11 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=774 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/12/12/overclocked-remix-turns-15-download-free-new-songs-and-celebrate/feed/ 4 774 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/11/19/vgmpire-82-remembering-romance/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/11/19/vgmpire-82-remembering-romance/#comments Wed, 19 Nov 2014 08:02:37 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=767 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/11/19/vgmpire-82-remembering-romance/feed/ 26 767 VGMpirenoReunite a war torn China with 20 years of great SRPG tunes, including tracks from Romance of the Three Kingdoms II, III, IV and more. Download now 0:00:00 – Title Theme (Romance of the Three Kingdoms V PC) 0:22:19 – Opening Scene (RTK II) 0:23:34 – War in the Kounan (RTK II) 0:24:29 – Unification [...]VGMpireReunite a war torn China with 20 years of great SRPG tunes, including tracks from Romance of the Three Kingdoms II, III, IV and more. Download now 0:00:00 – Title Theme (Romance of the Three Kingdoms V PC) 0:22:19 – Opening Scene (RTK II) 0:23:34 – War in the Kounan (RTK II) 0:24:29 – Unification [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/11/08/panzer-dragoon-suikoden-and-final-fantasy-composers-return-in-new-album/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/11/08/panzer-dragoon-suikoden-and-final-fantasy-composers-return-in-new-album/#comments Sat, 08 Nov 2014 19:38:35 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=759 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/11/08/panzer-dragoon-suikoden-and-final-fantasy-composers-return-in-new-album/feed/ 5 759 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/10/29/vgmpire-81-pokemonth-spinoffs/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/10/29/vgmpire-81-pokemonth-spinoffs/#comments Wed, 29 Oct 2014 18:48:23 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=754 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/10/29/vgmpire-81-pokemonth-spinoffs/feed/ 25 754 VGMpirenoWith the main games out of the way, we now take a quick trip through the world of Pokemon spinoffs. Download now 0:00:00 – Title Theme (Colosseum) 0:07:14 – Cypher Peon Battle (Colosseum) 0:09:56 – Miror Bs Groove (Colosseum) 0:16:56 – Battle Now (XD) 0:19:17 – Miror B Theme (XD) 0:21:14 – Dark Lugia Theme [...]VGMpireWith the main games out of the way, we now take a quick trip through the world of Pokemon spinoffs. Download now 0:00:00 – Title Theme (Colosseum) 0:07:14 – Cypher Peon Battle (Colosseum) 0:09:56 – Miror Bs Groove (Colosseum) 0:16:56 – Battle Now (XD) 0:19:17 – Miror B Theme (XD) 0:21:14 – Dark Lugia Theme [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/10/22/vgmpire-80-pokemonth-3ds/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/10/22/vgmpire-80-pokemonth-3ds/#comments Wed, 22 Oct 2014 07:02:19 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=748 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/10/22/vgmpire-80-pokemonth-3ds/feed/ 12 748 VGMpirenoInto the modern Poke-era with choice jams from Black and White 2, plus X and Y! Download now 0:00:00 – Title Screen (XY) 0:13:16 – Battle Champion Iris (BW2) 0:16:40 – Battle Colress (BW2) 0:18:44 – Battle Ghetsis (BW2) 0:24:50 – Aspertia City (BW2) 0:27:33 – Driftveil City (BW2) 0:28:59 – Nimbasa Gym (BW2) 0:44:45 [...]VGMpireInto the modern Poke-era with choice jams from Black and White 2, plus X and Y! Download now 0:00:00 – Title Screen (XY) 0:13:16 – Battle Champion Iris (BW2) 0:16:40 – Battle Colress (BW2) 0:18:44 – Battle Ghetsis (BW2) 0:24:50 – Aspertia City (BW2) 0:27:33 – Driftveil City (BW2) 0:28:59 – Nimbasa Gym (BW2) 0:44:45 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/10/15/vgmpire-79-pokemonth-ds/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/10/15/vgmpire-79-pokemonth-ds/#comments Thu, 16 Oct 2014 06:41:55 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=743 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/10/15/vgmpire-79-pokemonth-ds/feed/ 19 743 VGMpirenoGet ready for a 90 minute dosage of Super Effective tunes from the DS days, featuring Diamond, Pearl, Black, White and HeartGold SoulSilver. Download now 0:00:00 – Opening Movie (DPP) 0:21:34 – Battle vs Trainer (DPP) 0:23:15 – Battle vs Team Galactic (DPP) 0:24:31 – Battle vs Diagla Palkia (DPP) 0:35:55 – Oreburgh Mine (DPP) [...]VGMpireGet ready for a 90 minute dosage of Super Effective tunes from the DS days, featuring Diamond, Pearl, Black, White and HeartGold SoulSilver. Download now 0:00:00 – Opening Movie (DPP) 0:21:34 – Battle vs Trainer (DPP) 0:23:15 – Battle vs Team Galactic (DPP) 0:24:31 – Battle vs Diagla Palkia (DPP) 0:35:55 – Oreburgh Mine (DPP) [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/10/08/vgmpire-78-pokemonth-gba/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/10/08/vgmpire-78-pokemonth-gba/#comments Wed, 08 Oct 2014 07:02:55 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=738 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/10/08/vgmpire-78-pokemonth-gba/feed/ 20 738 VGMpirenoRocktober moves ahead into Pokemon’s Game Boy Advance days, including Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, FireRed and LeafGreen. Download now 00:00 – Title Screen (RSE) 15:42 – Dive (RSE) 17:35 – Route 120 (RSE) 19:04 – Mt Chimney (RSE) 27:59 – Battle vs Trainer (RSE) 30:16 – Battle vs Team Aqua and Magma (RSE) 32:46 – Battle [...]VGMpireRocktober moves ahead into Pokemon’s Game Boy Advance days, including Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, FireRed and LeafGreen. Download now 00:00 – Title Screen (RSE) 15:42 – Dive (RSE) 17:35 – Route 120 (RSE) 19:04 – Mt Chimney (RSE) 27:59 – Battle vs Trainer (RSE) 30:16 – Battle vs Team Aqua and Magma (RSE) 32:46 – Battle [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/10/01/vgmpire-77-pokemonth-gb/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/10/01/vgmpire-77-pokemonth-gb/#comments Wed, 01 Oct 2014 07:02:01 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=734 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/10/01/vgmpire-77-pokemonth-gb/feed/ 29 734 VGMpirenoRocktober returns with a barrage of Pokemusic from the Game Boy days, including Red, Blue, Gold and Silver. Download now 00:00 – Opening (RBY) 14:16 – Vermillion City (RBY) 15:14 – Slyph Co (RBY) 16:29 – Lavender Town (RBY) 28:15 – Battle vs Wild Pokemon (RBY) 29:39 – Battle vs Trainer (RBY) 31:18 – Battle [...]VGMpireRocktober returns with a barrage of Pokemusic from the Game Boy days, including Red, Blue, Gold and Silver. Download now 00:00 – Opening (RBY) 14:16 – Vermillion City (RBY) 15:14 – Slyph Co (RBY) 16:29 – Lavender Town (RBY) 28:15 – Battle vs Wild Pokemon (RBY) 29:39 – Battle vs Trainer (RBY) 31:18 – Battle [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/09/10/vgmpire-76-hits-and-homicides/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/09/10/vgmpire-76-hits-and-homicides/#comments Wed, 10 Sep 2014 07:08:17 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=728 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/09/10/vgmpire-76-hits-and-homicides/feed/ 20 728 VGMpirenoComposer Masafumi Takada brings anti-heroes and hitmen to life with OSTs like Danganronpa, God Hand and Killer7. Download now 0:00:00 – DANGANRONPA (Danganronpa) 0:09:52 – Election Plot (Killer7) 0:14:49 – American Diplomacy (Killer7) 0:17:23 – Postgasse (Killer7) 0:20:30 – Rave On (Killer7) 0:29:25 – Gene’s Rock-a-Bye (God Hand) 0:32:21 – Old Hand (God Hand) 0:36:23 [...]VGMpireComposer Masafumi Takada brings anti-heroes and hitmen to life with OSTs like Danganronpa, God Hand and Killer7. Download now 0:00:00 – DANGANRONPA (Danganronpa) 0:09:52 – Election Plot (Killer7) 0:14:49 – American Diplomacy (Killer7) 0:17:23 – Postgasse (Killer7) 0:20:30 – Rave On (Killer7) 0:29:25 – Gene’s Rock-a-Bye (God Hand) 0:32:21 – Old Hand (God Hand) 0:36:23 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/08/27/vgmpire-75-fiddlin-with-the-famicom/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/08/27/vgmpire-75-fiddlin-with-the-famicom/#comments Wed, 27 Aug 2014 07:02:47 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=723 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/08/27/vgmpire-75-fiddlin-with-the-famicom/feed/ 28 723 VGMpirenoFive great examples of composers using custom chips to enhance the Famicom’s musical capabilities, including Lagrange Point and Megami Tensei II. With special guest Tim Turi! Download now 0:00:00 – Beginning (Akumajou Densetsu) 0:10:37 – City of Birthday (Lagrange Point) 0:12:47 – Looking for Promised Land (Lagrange Point) 0:14:29 – Warriors of Sorrow (Lagrange Point) [...]VGMpireFive great examples of composers using custom chips to enhance the Famicom’s musical capabilities, including Lagrange Point and Megami Tensei II. With special guest Tim Turi! Download now 0:00:00 – Beginning (Akumajou Densetsu) 0:10:37 – City of Birthday (Lagrange Point) 0:12:47 – Looking for Promised Land (Lagrange Point) 0:14:29 – Warriors of Sorrow (Lagrange Point) [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/08/13/vgmpire-74-golden-trax/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/08/13/vgmpire-74-golden-trax/#comments Thu, 14 Aug 2014 05:07:00 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=717 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/08/13/vgmpire-74-golden-trax/feed/ 33 717 VGMpirenoAdventurous tunes await those who dare to don phones of the head and pay tribute to Sega’s long lost axe ’em up series. Download now 0:00:00 – Turtle Village (Golden Axe) 0:07:02 – Fiend’s Path (Golden Axe) 0:11:49 – Battlefield (Golden Axe) 0:20:20 – Ravaged Village (GA 2) 0:22:05 – Boss 4 through 6 (GA2) [...]VGMpireAdventurous tunes await those who dare to don phones of the head and pay tribute to Sega’s long lost axe ’em up series. Download now 0:00:00 – Turtle Village (Golden Axe) 0:07:02 – Fiend’s Path (Golden Axe) 0:11:49 – Battlefield (Golden Axe) 0:20:20 – Ravaged Village (GA 2) 0:22:05 – Boss 4 through 6 (GA2) [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/07/23/vgmpire-73-ddrchive/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/07/23/vgmpire-73-ddrchive/#comments Wed, 23 Jul 2014 07:12:32 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=710 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/07/23/vgmpire-73-ddrchive/feed/ 21 710 VGMpirenoFrom DDR to Beatmania to Guitar Freaks and more, we sift through hundreds of BPMs to find the top Bemani tracks. Download now 0:00:00 – Butterfly (smile dk) 0:13:11 – Paranoia Rebirth (190) 0:14:50 – Hysteria (Naoki 190) 0:16:25 – Wild Rush (123) 0:23:31 – In the Navy (Captain Jack) 0:25:08 – Grandale Remix (Captain [...]VGMpireFrom DDR to Beatmania to Guitar Freaks and more, we sift through hundreds of BPMs to find the top Bemani tracks. Download now 0:00:00 – Butterfly (smile dk) 0:13:11 – Paranoia Rebirth (190) 0:14:50 – Hysteria (Naoki 190) 0:16:25 – Wild Rush (123) 0:23:31 – In the Navy (Captain Jack) 0:25:08 – Grandale Remix (Captain [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/07/09/vgmpire-72-movie-mania/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/07/09/vgmpire-72-movie-mania/#comments Wed, 09 Jul 2014 07:02:58 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=705 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/07/09/vgmpire-72-movie-mania/feed/ 24 705 VGMpirenoMovie games used to suck, but their soundtracks sure didn’t! We take a look at NES and SNES tie ins that defied the odds. Download now 0:00:00 – Main Theme (Super Star Wars) 0:06:56 – Imperial March (Super Empire Strikes Back) 0:09:03 – Theme of the Jedi (Super Return of the Jedi) 0:15:46 – Truck [...]VGMpireMovie games used to suck, but their soundtracks sure didn’t! We take a look at NES and SNES tie ins that defied the odds. Download now 0:00:00 – Main Theme (Super Star Wars) 0:06:56 – Imperial March (Super Empire Strikes Back) 0:09:03 – Theme of the Jedi (Super Return of the Jedi) 0:15:46 – Truck [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/06/25/vgmpire-71-20-years-of-breath-of-fire/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/06/25/vgmpire-71-20-years-of-breath-of-fire/#comments Wed, 25 Jun 2014 20:02:09 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=700 https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/06/25/vgmpire-71-20-years-of-breath-of-fire/feed/ 23 700 VGMpirenoCelebrate 20 years of Breath of Fire with this series-spanning tribute to swords n sorcery. Download now VGMpireCelebrate 20 years of Breath of Fire with this series-spanning tribute to swords n sorcery. Download now Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/06/04/vgmpire-episode-70-indie-game-music-showcase-2/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/06/04/vgmpire-episode-70-indie-game-music-showcase-2/#comments Wed, 04 Jun 2014 07:02:30 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=692 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/06/04/vgmpire-episode-70-indie-game-music-showcase-2/feed/ 23 692 VGMpirenoAnother look at amazing OSTs from the indie space, including Escape Goat, Bastion and Luftrausers. Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Entryway (Escape Goat) 0:07:29 – Wishes and Truth (Escape Goat) 0:09:56 – Restoration (Escape Goat 2) 0:15:49 – Hydrogen (Hotline Miami) 0:17:34 – Knock Knock (Hotline Miami) 0:24:53 – Main Theme (Luftrausers) 0:29:08 – [...]VGMpireAnother look at amazing OSTs from the indie space, including Escape Goat, Bastion and Luftrausers. Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Entryway (Escape Goat) 0:07:29 – Wishes and Truth (Escape Goat) 0:09:56 – Restoration (Escape Goat 2) 0:15:49 – Hydrogen (Hotline Miami) 0:17:34 – Knock Knock (Hotline Miami) 0:24:53 – Main Theme (Luftrausers) 0:29:08 – [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/05/14/vgmpire-episode-69-go-go-godzilla/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/05/14/vgmpire-episode-69-go-go-godzilla/#comments Wed, 14 May 2014 07:02:41 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=685 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/05/14/vgmpire-episode-69-go-go-godzilla/feed/ 14 685 VGMpirenoWho woulda thought a walking atomic horror would inspire such great game music? Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Godzilla (Battle Legends) 0:09:20 – Moguera (Monster of Monsters) 0:10:03 – Gigan (Monster of Monsters) 0:12:05 – Mechagodzilla (Monster of Monsters) 0:17:12 – Earth (Monster of Monsters) 0:18:55 – Mars (Monster of Monsters) 0:20:06 – Planet [...]VGMpireWho woulda thought a walking atomic horror would inspire such great game music? Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Godzilla (Battle Legends) 0:09:20 – Moguera (Monster of Monsters) 0:10:03 – Gigan (Monster of Monsters) 0:12:05 – Mechagodzilla (Monster of Monsters) 0:17:12 – Earth (Monster of Monsters) 0:18:55 – Mars (Monster of Monsters) 0:20:06 – Planet [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/04/30/vgmpire-episode-68-amazing-x-men/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/04/30/vgmpire-episode-68-amazing-x-men/#comments Wed, 30 Apr 2014 07:01:45 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=679 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/04/30/vgmpire-episode-68-amazing-x-men/feed/ 16 679 VGMpirenoAn X-ellent assortment of mutant melodies, plus a few jams from their 1992 Spidey crossover. Download now 0:00:00 – Title Screen (Spider-Man and the X-Men) 0:06:33 – Gambit (Spider-Man and the X-Men) 0:11:40 – Spider-Man (Spider-Man and the X-Men) 0:21:46 – Title Screen (Wolverine) 0:22:47 – BGM2 (Wolverine) 0:32:20 – Title Screen (X-Men) 0:33:31 – [...]VGMpireAn X-ellent assortment of mutant melodies, plus a few jams from their 1992 Spidey crossover. Download now 0:00:00 – Title Screen (Spider-Man and the X-Men) 0:06:33 – Gambit (Spider-Man and the X-Men) 0:11:40 – Spider-Man (Spider-Man and the X-Men) 0:21:46 – Title Screen (Wolverine) 0:22:47 – BGM2 (Wolverine) 0:32:20 – Title Screen (X-Men) 0:33:31 – [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/04/21/game-music-bundle-7-gives-you-an-insane-amount-of-vgm-for-cheap-so-buy-it-already/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/04/21/game-music-bundle-7-gives-you-an-insane-amount-of-vgm-for-cheap-so-buy-it-already/#comments Tue, 22 Apr 2014 03:08:54 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=671 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/04/21/game-music-bundle-7-gives-you-an-insane-amount-of-vgm-for-cheap-so-buy-it-already/feed/ 5 671 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/04/16/vgmpire-episode-67-jam-theft-auto/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/04/16/vgmpire-episode-67-jam-theft-auto/#comments Wed, 16 Apr 2014 07:02:20 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=665 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/04/16/vgmpire-episode-67-jam-theft-auto/feed/ 6 665 VGMpirenoEXPLICIT SHOW – Before they were modern mixtapes, GTA games showcased some great lesser known acts. Listen and discover new bands that may have passed you by. Download now and keep the kiddies away SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Joyride (GTA) 0:08:28 – Four Lettered Love (GTA) 0:12:07 – Ballad of Chapped Lips Calquhoun (GTA) 0:15:13 [...]VGMpireEXPLICIT SHOW – Before they were modern mixtapes, GTA games showcased some great lesser known acts. Listen and discover new bands that may have passed you by. Download now and keep the kiddies away SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Joyride (GTA) 0:08:28 – Four Lettered Love (GTA) 0:12:07 – Ballad of Chapped Lips Calquhoun (GTA) 0:15:13 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/04/02/vgmpire-episode-66-fun-with-famicom/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/04/02/vgmpire-episode-66-fun-with-famicom/#comments Wed, 02 Apr 2014 07:01:30 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=660 https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/04/02/vgmpire-episode-66-fun-with-famicom/feed/ 16 660 VGMpirenoA special tribute to launch era Famicom titles, as heard on this new album from Nintendo. Download nowVGMpireA special tribute to launch era Famicom titles, as heard on this new album from Nintendo. Download nowGame,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/04/01/vgmpire-special-avenue-of-fury/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/04/01/vgmpire-special-avenue-of-fury/#comments Tue, 01 Apr 2014 07:01:57 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=654 https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/04/01/vgmpire-special-avenue-of-fury/feed/ 24 654 VGMpirenoThink you know your beat em ups? This special episode highlights an unknown gem from the past. Download nowVGMpireThink you know your beat em ups? This special episode highlights an unknown gem from the past. Download nowGame,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/03/19/vgmpire-episode-65-best-of-mgs/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/03/19/vgmpire-episode-65-best-of-mgs/#comments Wed, 19 Mar 2014 07:02:11 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=648 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/03/19/vgmpire-episode-65-best-of-mgs/feed/ 22 648 VGMpirenoA solid sampling of songs from modern day Metal Gear. Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Old Snake (MGS4) 0:09:31 – VR Training (MGS) 0:12:06 – Duel 1 (MGS) 0:19:10 – Main Theme (MGS Twin Snakes) 0:26:58 – Metal Gear Solid Main Theme Remix (MGS2) 0:30:45 – Fortune (MGS2) 0:41:36 – Snake Eater (MGS3) 0:44:48 [...]VGMpireA solid sampling of songs from modern day Metal Gear. Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Old Snake (MGS4) 0:09:31 – VR Training (MGS) 0:12:06 – Duel 1 (MGS) 0:19:10 – Main Theme (MGS Twin Snakes) 0:26:58 – Metal Gear Solid Main Theme Remix (MGS2) 0:30:45 – Fortune (MGS2) 0:41:36 – Snake Eater (MGS3) 0:44:48 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/02/26/vgmpire-episode-64-blast-corps-gemini/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/02/26/vgmpire-episode-64-blast-corps-gemini/#comments Wed, 26 Feb 2014 08:02:41 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=642 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/02/26/vgmpire-episode-64-blast-corps-gemini/feed/ 28 642 VGMpirenoCelebrating Episode 64 with a look at two terrific gems from Rare. Download now 0:00:00 – Title (Jet Force Gemini) 0:12:18 – Character Select (Jet Force Gemini) 0:14:02 – Asteroid (Jet Force Gemini) 0:18:01 – Goldwood (Jet Force Gemini) 0:30:40 – Title (Blast Corps) 0:33:06 – Angel City (Blast Corps) 0:36:04 – Sleek Streets (Blast [...]VGMpireCelebrating Episode 64 with a look at two terrific gems from Rare. Download now 0:00:00 – Title (Jet Force Gemini) 0:12:18 – Character Select (Jet Force Gemini) 0:14:02 – Asteroid (Jet Force Gemini) 0:18:01 – Goldwood (Jet Force Gemini) 0:30:40 – Title (Blast Corps) 0:33:06 – Angel City (Blast Corps) 0:36:04 – Sleek Streets (Blast [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/02/12/vgmpire-episode-63-mystical-music-starring-goemon/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/02/12/vgmpire-episode-63-mystical-music-starring-goemon/#comments Wed, 12 Feb 2014 08:05:55 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=636 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/02/12/vgmpire-episode-63-mystical-music-starring-goemon/feed/ 20 636 VGMpirenoThis look at the Mystical Ninja series summarizes over 30 years of historical hi jinks, from the arcade to the N64. Download Now 0:00:00 – Title Screen (Legend of the Mystical Ninja) 0:07:46 – Area 1 (Mr Goemon) 0:09:06 – Theme 1 (Ganbare Goemon) 0:10:19 – Theme 2 (Ganbare Goemon) 0:14:20 – Theme 1 (Ganbare [...]VGMpireThis look at the Mystical Ninja series summarizes over 30 years of historical hi jinks, from the arcade to the N64. Download Now 0:00:00 – Title Screen (Legend of the Mystical Ninja) 0:07:46 – Area 1 (Mr Goemon) 0:09:06 – Theme 1 (Ganbare Goemon) 0:10:19 – Theme 2 (Ganbare Goemon) 0:14:20 – Theme 1 (Ganbare [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/01/29/vgmpire-episode-62-persona-picks/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/01/29/vgmpire-episode-62-persona-picks/#comments Wed, 29 Jan 2014 08:03:27 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=631 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/01/29/vgmpire-episode-62-persona-picks/feed/ 38 631 VGMpirenoA quick tour through the PS1 days, then a plethora of Persona PS2 picks. Reach out to the truth 0:00:00 – Dream of Butterfly (SMT Persona) 0:12:23 – Police Station Dungeon (Revelations Persona) 0:15:11 – Normal Battle (Revelations Persona) 0:21:27 – BIKINI LINE (Persona 2) 0:22:48 – Map 2 (Persona 2) 0:33:47 – Memories of [...]VGMpireA quick tour through the PS1 days, then a plethora of Persona PS2 picks. Reach out to the truth 0:00:00 – Dream of Butterfly (SMT Persona) 0:12:23 – Police Station Dungeon (Revelations Persona) 0:15:11 – Normal Battle (Revelations Persona) 0:21:27 – BIKINI LINE (Persona 2) 0:22:48 – Map 2 (Persona 2) 0:33:47 – Memories of [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/01/15/vgmpire-episode-61-umrapper-palammy/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/01/15/vgmpire-episode-61-umrapper-palammy/#comments Wed, 15 Jan 2014 08:01:54 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=625 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2014/01/15/vgmpire-episode-61-umrapper-palammy/feed/ 22 625 VGMpirenoKick, punch, snip, trim, slurp, suck, rock and jive with this tribute to Parappa and Lammy. Now put these kids to sleep will ya SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Opening (Parappa the Rapper) 0:08:19 – Chop Chop Master Onion (Parappa the Rapper) 0:10:46 – Instructor Mooselini (Parappa the Rapper) 0:12:49 – Prince Fleaswallow (Parappa the Rapper) [...]VGMpireKick, punch, snip, trim, slurp, suck, rock and jive with this tribute to Parappa and Lammy. Now put these kids to sleep will ya SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Opening (Parappa the Rapper) 0:08:19 – Chop Chop Master Onion (Parappa the Rapper) 0:10:46 – Instructor Mooselini (Parappa the Rapper) 0:12:49 – Prince Fleaswallow (Parappa the Rapper) [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/12/18/vgmpire-episode-60-2013-year-in-review/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/12/18/vgmpire-episode-60-2013-year-in-review/#comments Wed, 18 Dec 2013 08:02:05 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=620 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/12/18/vgmpire-episode-60-2013-year-in-review/feed/ 21 620 VGMpirenoLook back at 2013 with this slightly spoilery, double sized show featuring Blood Dragon, Remember Me and more. Download now 0:00:00 – Nilin the Memory Hunter (Remember Me) 0:05:57 – Fragments (Remember Me) 0:08:10 – Neo Paris (Remember Me) 0:12:07 – The Ego Room (Remember Me) 0:19:43 – Library (Mirror of Fate) 0:21:09 – Map [...]VGMpireLook back at 2013 with this slightly spoilery, double sized show featuring Blood Dragon, Remember Me and more. Download now 0:00:00 – Nilin the Memory Hunter (Remember Me) 0:05:57 – Fragments (Remember Me) 0:08:10 – Neo Paris (Remember Me) 0:12:07 – The Ego Room (Remember Me) 0:19:43 – Library (Mirror of Fate) 0:21:09 – Map [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/12/11/pokemon-firered-and-leafgreen-osts-now-on-itunes/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/12/11/pokemon-firered-and-leafgreen-osts-now-on-itunes/#comments Wed, 11 Dec 2013 19:25:01 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=615 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/12/11/pokemon-firered-and-leafgreen-osts-now-on-itunes/feed/ 1 615 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/12/10/vgm-releases-december-2013/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/12/10/vgm-releases-december-2013/#comments Tue, 10 Dec 2013 08:11:43 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=601 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/12/10/vgm-releases-december-2013/feed/ 9 601 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/12/04/vgmpire-episode-59-secrets-of-shinobi/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/12/04/vgmpire-episode-59-secrets-of-shinobi/#comments Wed, 04 Dec 2013 15:57:39 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=595 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/12/04/vgmpire-episode-59-secrets-of-shinobi/feed/ 26 595 VGMpirenoCelebrating 26 years of ninja action with some of its best – and lesser known – tracks. Download now 0:00:00 – Mission 1-1 (Shinobi Arcade) 0:08:00 – Mission 2-2 (Shinobi Arcade) 0:09:37 – Boss (Shinobi Arcade) 0:18:57 – Like a Hurricane (Revenge of Shinobi) 0:20:41 – Chinatown (Revenge of Shinobi) 0:27:50 – Battle on the [...]VGMpireCelebrating 26 years of ninja action with some of its best – and lesser known – tracks. Download now 0:00:00 – Mission 1-1 (Shinobi Arcade) 0:08:00 – Mission 2-2 (Shinobi Arcade) 0:09:37 – Boss (Shinobi Arcade) 0:18:57 – Like a Hurricane (Revenge of Shinobi) 0:20:41 – Chinatown (Revenge of Shinobi) 0:27:50 – Battle on the [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/11/19/vgmpire-episode-58-the-killer-groove/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/11/19/vgmpire-episode-58-the-killer-groove/#comments Wed, 20 Nov 2013 06:43:31 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=589 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/11/19/vgmpire-episode-58-the-killer-groove/feed/ 21 589 VGMpirenoWe rock out to this shamelessly 90s soundtrack, then talk with Maximilian about combos and the KI Feeling Download here SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Main Theme (KI3) 0:12:45 – Trailblazer (Killer Cuts) 0:14:32 – Controlling Transmission (Killer Cuts) 0:18:26 – The Way U Move (Killer Cuts) 0:27:43 – Tooth and Claw (Killer Cuts) 0:30:47 – [...]VGMpireWe rock out to this shamelessly 90s soundtrack, then talk with Maximilian about combos and the KI Feeling Download here SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Main Theme (KI3) 0:12:45 – Trailblazer (Killer Cuts) 0:14:32 – Controlling Transmission (Killer Cuts) 0:18:26 – The Way U Move (Killer Cuts) 0:27:43 – Tooth and Claw (Killer Cuts) 0:30:47 – [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/11/16/grab-the-pokemon-x-and-y-osts-via-itunes/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/11/16/grab-the-pokemon-x-and-y-osts-via-itunes/#comments Sat, 16 Nov 2013 23:39:53 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=582 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/11/16/grab-the-pokemon-x-and-y-osts-via-itunes/feed/ 3 582 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/11/11/the-secret-origin-of-sonic-3-ice-cap-zone/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/11/11/the-secret-origin-of-sonic-3-ice-cap-zone/#comments Tue, 12 Nov 2013 01:35:37 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=575 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/11/11/the-secret-origin-of-sonic-3-ice-cap-zone/feed/ 6 575 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/11/01/dark-souls-jam-summarizes-the-plot-kicks-asses/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/11/01/dark-souls-jam-summarizes-the-plot-kicks-asses/#comments Fri, 01 Nov 2013 20:24:52 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=572 https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/11/01/dark-souls-jam-summarizes-the-plot-kicks-asses/feed/ 5 572 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/10/30/grab-two-mega-man-tribute-albums-today/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/10/30/grab-two-mega-man-tribute-albums-today/#comments Wed, 30 Oct 2013 16:40:10 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=567 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/10/30/grab-two-mega-man-tribute-albums-today/feed/ 6 567 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/10/23/vgmpire-episode-57-ff-airships/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/10/23/vgmpire-episode-57-ff-airships/#comments Wed, 23 Oct 2013 15:00:16 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=563 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/10/23/vgmpire-episode-57-ff-airships/feed/ 21 563 VGMpirenoForget overworlds – now you can soar across the landscape with these uplifting tunes. Plus a salute to the Chocobo! Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Prelude (FFX) 0:12:00 – Airship (FFI) 0:12:47 – Dreadnought (FFII) 0:13:41 – Sailing the Enterprise (FFIII) 0:14:50 – Airship (FFIV) 0:15:46 – The Big Whale (FFIV) 0:23:51 – The [...]VGMpireForget overworlds – now you can soar across the landscape with these uplifting tunes. Plus a salute to the Chocobo! Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Prelude (FFX) 0:12:00 – Airship (FFI) 0:12:47 – Dreadnought (FFII) 0:13:41 – Sailing the Enterprise (FFIII) 0:14:50 – Airship (FFIV) 0:15:46 – The Big Whale (FFIV) 0:23:51 – The [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/10/16/vgmpire-episode-56-ff-locations/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/10/16/vgmpire-episode-56-ff-locations/#comments Wed, 16 Oct 2013 07:10:53 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=557 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/10/16/vgmpire-episode-56-ff-locations/feed/ 18 557 VGMpirenoOh the places you’ll go in this whirlwind tour of ten different FF worlds, from Matoya’s Cave to the floating city of Bevelle. Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Prelude (FFVII) 0:11:09 – Town (FF Origins) 0:12:29 – Matoya’s Cave (FFI) 0:14:09 – Castle Pandemonium (FFII Origins) 0:15:24 – The Cave Where the Crystal Lies [...]VGMpireOh the places you’ll go in this whirlwind tour of ten different FF worlds, from Matoya’s Cave to the floating city of Bevelle. Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Prelude (FFVII) 0:11:09 – Town (FF Origins) 0:12:29 – Matoya’s Cave (FFI) 0:14:09 – Castle Pandemonium (FFII Origins) 0:15:24 – The Cave Where the Crystal Lies [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/10/09/vgmpire-episode-55-ff-battle-jams/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/10/09/vgmpire-episode-55-ff-battle-jams/#comments Wed, 09 Oct 2013 07:01:52 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=550 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/10/09/vgmpire-episode-55-ff-battle-jams/feed/ 30 550 VGMpirenoFifteen rockin battle themes from eleven different Final Fantasy games. Buckle up! Download Now 0:00:00 – Prelude (FFIV) 0:12:23 – Battle 1 (FFI Origins) 0:13:59 – Battle 1 (FFII) 0:15:26 – Boss Battle (FFIII) 0:22:51 – Battle 1 (FFIV) 0:24:37 – Boss Battle (FFIV) 0:26:55 – Battle Against Gilgamesh (FFV) 0:29:21 – Dancing Mad (FFVI) [...]VGMpireFifteen rockin battle themes from eleven different Final Fantasy games. Buckle up! Download Now 0:00:00 – Prelude (FFIV) 0:12:23 – Battle 1 (FFI Origins) 0:13:59 – Battle 1 (FFII) 0:15:26 – Boss Battle (FFIII) 0:22:51 – Battle 1 (FFIV) 0:24:37 – Boss Battle (FFIV) 0:26:55 – Battle Against Gilgamesh (FFV) 0:29:21 – Dancing Mad (FFVI) [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/10/02/vgmpire-episode-54-ff-overworlds/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/10/02/vgmpire-episode-54-ff-overworlds/#comments Wed, 02 Oct 2013 07:04:23 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=541 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/10/02/vgmpire-episode-54-ff-overworlds/feed/ 28 541 VGMpirenoRocktober 2013 is here – a full month dedicated to Final Fantasy, starting with a thorough look at the soothing sounds of the overworld. Download now 0:00:00 – Prelude (FFI) 0:13:35 – Main Theme (FFI) 0:14:10 – Main Theme (FFII) 0:16:57 – Eternal Wind (FFIII) 0:29:40 – Main Theme (FFIV) 0:32:20 – Land of Dwarves [...]VGMpireRocktober 2013 is here – a full month dedicated to Final Fantasy, starting with a thorough look at the soothing sounds of the overworld. Download now 0:00:00 – Prelude (FFI) 0:13:35 – Main Theme (FFI) 0:14:10 – Main Theme (FFII) 0:16:57 – Eternal Wind (FFIII) 0:29:40 – Main Theme (FFIV) 0:32:20 – Land of Dwarves [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/09/18/vgmpire-episode-53-legacy-mana-hour/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/09/18/vgmpire-episode-53-legacy-mana-hour/#comments Wed, 18 Sep 2013 07:02:58 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=534 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/09/18/vgmpire-episode-53-legacy-mana-hour/feed/ 21 534 VGMpirenoGuest Brent Weinbach helps us relive the glory days of the Seiken Densetsu series, from Final Fantasy Adventure to Legend of Mana. Boyz II Mana and other puns await SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Fear of the Heavens (Secret of Mana) 0:13:03 – Endless Battlefield (Final Fantasy Adventure) 0:13:46 – Seeking the Holy Sword (Final Fantasy [...]VGMpireGuest Brent Weinbach helps us relive the glory days of the Seiken Densetsu series, from Final Fantasy Adventure to Legend of Mana. Boyz II Mana and other puns await SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Fear of the Heavens (Secret of Mana) 0:13:03 – Endless Battlefield (Final Fantasy Adventure) 0:13:46 – Seeking the Holy Sword (Final Fantasy [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/09/13/check-out-meowmeow-bowwow-a-links-awakening-tribute-album/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/09/13/check-out-meowmeow-bowwow-a-links-awakening-tribute-album/#comments Fri, 13 Sep 2013 22:19:04 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=525 https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/09/13/check-out-meowmeow-bowwow-a-links-awakening-tribute-album/feed/ 3 525 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/09/04/vgmpire-episode-52-plok-rockin-beats/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/09/04/vgmpire-episode-52-plok-rockin-beats/#comments Wed, 04 Sep 2013 18:38:04 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=520 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/09/04/vgmpire-episode-52-plok-rockin-beats/feed/ 18 520 VGMpirenoExamining the eclectic, trippy prog rock of this SNES gem, plus a few deep cuts from composer Tim Follin. Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title Screen 0:10:32 – Akrillic Island 0:18:11 – Akrillic Beach 0:20:52 – Legacy Island 0:32:37 – Plok’s House 0:35:35 – Boss Battle 0:37:53 – Creepy Crag 0:44:08 – Flea Pit [...]VGMpireExamining the eclectic, trippy prog rock of this SNES gem, plus a few deep cuts from composer Tim Follin. Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title Screen 0:10:32 – Akrillic Island 0:18:11 – Akrillic Beach 0:20:52 – Legacy Island 0:32:37 – Plok’s House 0:35:35 – Boss Battle 0:37:53 – Creepy Crag 0:44:08 – Flea Pit [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/09/02/world-1-2-encore-pre-orders-up-grab-this-incredible-follow-up-album-today/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/09/02/world-1-2-encore-pre-orders-up-grab-this-incredible-follow-up-album-today/#comments Mon, 02 Sep 2013 19:12:56 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=507 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/09/02/world-1-2-encore-pre-orders-up-grab-this-incredible-follow-up-album-today/feed/ 1 507 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/08/21/vgmpire-episode-51-f-zero-gx/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/08/21/vgmpire-episode-51-f-zero-gx/#comments Wed, 21 Aug 2013 07:01:41 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=502 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/08/21/vgmpire-episode-51-f-zero-gx/feed/ 23 502 VGMpirenoOne of my personal favorite OSTs is 10 years old this month, and the time to celebrate is NOW. Forever he will be my hero 0:00:00 – Pico 0:11:21 – Kate Allen 0:12:46 – Mighty Gazelle 0:14:07 – Michael Cain 0:23:21 – Black Shadow 0:25:11 – Dr Stewart 0:27:16 – Mr EAD 0:34:57 – Mrs [...]VGMpireOne of my personal favorite OSTs is 10 years old this month, and the time to celebrate is NOW. Forever he will be my hero 0:00:00 – Pico 0:11:21 – Kate Allen 0:12:46 – Mighty Gazelle 0:14:07 – Michael Cain 0:23:21 – Black Shadow 0:25:11 – Dr Stewart 0:27:16 – Mr EAD 0:34:57 – Mrs [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/08/20/oc-remix-presents-eevee-ep-a-salute-to-pokemons-ever-changing-critter/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/08/20/oc-remix-presents-eevee-ep-a-salute-to-pokemons-ever-changing-critter/#respond Wed, 21 Aug 2013 05:50:22 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=495 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/08/20/oc-remix-presents-eevee-ep-a-salute-to-pokemons-ever-changing-critter/feed/ 0 495 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/08/19/unlock-the-nes-ducktales-ost-with-classic-capcom-code/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/08/19/unlock-the-nes-ducktales-ost-with-classic-capcom-code/#comments Mon, 19 Aug 2013 20:50:02 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=491 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/08/19/unlock-the-nes-ducktales-ost-with-classic-capcom-code/feed/ 4 491 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/08/16/game-music-bundle-5-is-alive/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/08/16/game-music-bundle-5-is-alive/#respond Fri, 16 Aug 2013 16:13:09 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=485 https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/08/16/game-music-bundle-5-is-alive/feed/ 0 485 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/07/10/overclocked-remixs-balance-and-ruin-album-spans-all-of-ffvi/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/07/10/overclocked-remixs-balance-and-ruin-album-spans-all-of-ffvi/#comments Wed, 10 Jul 2013 16:02:16 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=480 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/07/10/overclocked-remixs-balance-and-ruin-album-spans-all-of-ffvi/feed/ 12 480 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/07/03/vgmpire-episode-50-best-of-the-best/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/07/03/vgmpire-episode-50-best-of-the-best/#comments Wed, 03 Jul 2013 22:17:17 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=474 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/07/03/vgmpire-episode-50-best-of-the-best/feed/ 42 474 VGMpirenoAn obscenely long sampler of the show up to this point. A perfect jumping on point or a great refresher for longtime listeners! Download now SHOW NOTES 0:07:10 – Inside the Whale (Super Adventure Island, Yuzo Koshiro) 0:09:57 – Control Center (GoldenEye 007, Norgate, Kirkhope, Beanland) 0:12:11 – Level 1-1 (Jumping Flash, Takeo Miratsu) 0:14:09 [...]VGMpireAn obscenely long sampler of the show up to this point. A perfect jumping on point or a great refresher for longtime listeners! Download now SHOW NOTES 0:07:10 – Inside the Whale (Super Adventure Island, Yuzo Koshiro) 0:09:57 – Control Center (GoldenEye 007, Norgate, Kirkhope, Beanland) 0:12:11 – Level 1-1 (Jumping Flash, Takeo Miratsu) 0:14:09 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/06/19/vgmpire-episode-49-rockin-knight-adventures/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/06/19/vgmpire-episode-49-rockin-knight-adventures/#comments Wed, 19 Jun 2013 07:05:19 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=468 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/06/19/vgmpire-episode-49-rockin-knight-adventures/feed/ 24 468 VGMpirenoThree long lost platformers get their due with this tribute to Sparkster and his trio of 16-bit gems. Download now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Lakeside (Sparkster) 09:31 – Stage 2-1 (Rocket Knight Adventures) 11:18 – Stage 5-1 (Rocket Knight Adventures) 13:25 – Stage 5-2 (Rocket Knight Adventures) 16:44 – Boss Music (Rocket Knight Adventures) 28:13 [...]VGMpireThree long lost platformers get their due with this tribute to Sparkster and his trio of 16-bit gems. Download now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Lakeside (Sparkster) 09:31 – Stage 2-1 (Rocket Knight Adventures) 11:18 – Stage 5-1 (Rocket Knight Adventures) 13:25 – Stage 5-2 (Rocket Knight Adventures) 16:44 – Boss Music (Rocket Knight Adventures) 28:13 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/06/05/vgmpire-episode-48-a-sound-of-thunder/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/06/05/vgmpire-episode-48-a-sound-of-thunder/#comments Wed, 05 Jun 2013 07:01:16 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=462 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/06/05/vgmpire-episode-48-a-sound-of-thunder/feed/ 26 462 VGMpirenoBuckle up for this screeching tribute to Gates and Lords of Thunder, two guitar shredfests that many missed in their TurboDuo heyday. Hold on to your butts 00:00 – Title Screen (Lords of Thunder) 10:21 – Item Shop (Lords of Thunder) 12:20 – Llamarada (Lords of Thunder) 16:46 – Auzal (Lords of Thunder) 22:49 – [...]VGMpireBuckle up for this screeching tribute to Gates and Lords of Thunder, two guitar shredfests that many missed in their TurboDuo heyday. Hold on to your butts 00:00 – Title Screen (Lords of Thunder) 10:21 – Item Shop (Lords of Thunder) 12:20 – Llamarada (Lords of Thunder) 16:46 – Auzal (Lords of Thunder) 22:49 – [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/05/15/vgmpire-episode-47-dkc-jamboree/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/05/15/vgmpire-episode-47-dkc-jamboree/#comments Wed, 15 May 2013 07:44:21 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=456 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/05/15/vgmpire-episode-47-dkc-jamboree/feed/ 27 456 VGMpirenoA thorough look at Donkey Kong Country, from its SNES beginnings to modern Wii revival. This show is bananas, B A N A N A S SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title Screen (DKC) 0:14:31 – Jungle Groove (DKC) 0:17:18 – Aquatic Ambiance (DKC) 0:20:43 – Life in the Mines (DKC) 0:26:17 – Ruins (DKL) 0:28:14 [...]VGMpireA thorough look at Donkey Kong Country, from its SNES beginnings to modern Wii revival. This show is bananas, B A N A N A S SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title Screen (DKC) 0:14:31 – Jungle Groove (DKC) 0:17:18 – Aquatic Ambiance (DKC) 0:20:43 – Life in the Mines (DKC) 0:26:17 – Ruins (DKL) 0:28:14 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/05/01/vgmpire-episode-46-rev-up-to-the-redline/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/05/01/vgmpire-episode-46-rev-up-to-the-redline/#comments Wed, 01 May 2013 08:09:20 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=448 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/05/01/vgmpire-episode-46-rev-up-to-the-redline/feed/ 21 448 VGMpirenoOutRun, Daytona USA and Wave Race 64 star in this tribute to racing games. VROOM  SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Rolling Start (Daytona USA) 0:07:32 – Let’s Go Away (Daytona USA) 0:09:25 – Outer Limit (Auto Modellista) 0:12:14 – In the Light (Auto Modellista) 0:19:22 – Magical Sound Shower (OutRun) 0:23:05 – Passing Breeze (OutRun) 0:26:58 [...]VGMpireOutRun, Daytona USA and Wave Race 64 star in this tribute to racing games. VROOM  SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Rolling Start (Daytona USA) 0:07:32 – Let’s Go Away (Daytona USA) 0:09:25 – Outer Limit (Auto Modellista) 0:12:14 – In the Light (Auto Modellista) 0:19:22 – Magical Sound Shower (OutRun) 0:23:05 – Passing Breeze (OutRun) 0:26:58 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/04/17/vgmpire-episode-45-beats-of-rage/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/04/17/vgmpire-episode-45-beats-of-rage/#comments Wed, 17 Apr 2013 07:10:03 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=442 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/04/17/vgmpire-episode-45-beats-of-rage/feed/ 24 442 VGMpirenoCelebrating three Genesis soundtracks that are streets ahead. Download now 0:00:00 – Player Select (Streets of Rage) 0:08:59 – Fighting in the Street (Streets of Rage) 0:11:36 – Moon Beach (Streets of Rage) 0:14:23 – Stealthy Steps (Streets of Rage) 0:23:42 – Attack of the Barbarian (Streets of Rage) 0:26:35 – You Became the Bad [...]VGMpireCelebrating three Genesis soundtracks that are streets ahead. Download now 0:00:00 – Player Select (Streets of Rage) 0:08:59 – Fighting in the Street (Streets of Rage) 0:11:36 – Moon Beach (Streets of Rage) 0:14:23 – Stealthy Steps (Streets of Rage) 0:23:42 – Attack of the Barbarian (Streets of Rage) 0:26:35 – You Became the Bad [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/04/03/vgmpire-episode-44-wrockin-wrestling/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/04/03/vgmpire-episode-44-wrockin-wrestling/#comments Wed, 03 Apr 2013 07:05:58 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=437 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/04/03/vgmpire-episode-44-wrockin-wrestling/feed/ 12 437 VGMpirenoCelebrating nearly 30 years of classic rasslin tunes, from the NES to the N64 and beyond. ONE MILLION PERCENT SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Fight Theme (Pro Wrestlemania) 0:07:38 – Ted Debiase (WWF Wrestlemania) 0:09:02 – Honkey Tonk Man (WWF Wrestlemania) 0:09:45 – Andre the Giant (WWF Wrestlemania) 0:10:29 – Hulk Hogan (WWF Wrestlemania) 0:17:47 – [...]VGMpireCelebrating nearly 30 years of classic rasslin tunes, from the NES to the N64 and beyond. ONE MILLION PERCENT SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Fight Theme (Pro Wrestlemania) 0:07:38 – Ted Debiase (WWF Wrestlemania) 0:09:02 – Honkey Tonk Man (WWF Wrestlemania) 0:09:45 – Andre the Giant (WWF Wrestlemania) 0:10:29 – Hulk Hogan (WWF Wrestlemania) 0:17:47 – [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/03/20/vgmpire-episode-43-fully-loaded/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/03/20/vgmpire-episode-43-fully-loaded/#comments Wed, 20 Mar 2013 07:15:26 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=430 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/03/20/vgmpire-episode-43-fully-loaded/feed/ 13 430 VGMpirenoTen tracks from early PlayStation hits, Loaded and ReLoaded. If you like super listenable background music, take note. Download here 00:00 – Kick to Kill (Loaded) 08:18 – Track 04 (Loaded) 11:47 – Track 05 (Loaded) 17:21 – Track 07 (Loaded) 25:27 – Track 03 (Loaded) 29:06 – Track 21 (Loaded) 30:17 – Track 14 [...]VGMpireTen tracks from early PlayStation hits, Loaded and ReLoaded. If you like super listenable background music, take note. Download here 00:00 – Kick to Kill (Loaded) 08:18 – Track 04 (Loaded) 11:47 – Track 05 (Loaded) 17:21 – Track 07 (Loaded) 25:27 – Track 03 (Loaded) 29:06 – Track 21 (Loaded) 30:17 – Track 14 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/03/06/vgmpire-episode-42-mario-rpg-music-hour/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/03/06/vgmpire-episode-42-mario-rpg-music-hour/#comments Wed, 06 Mar 2013 09:10:59 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=423 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/03/06/vgmpire-episode-42-mario-rpg-music-hour/feed/ 22 423 VGMpirenoMore like 90 minutes of Mario RPG goodness, from the SNES original to Sticker Star. Download here SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title Screen (Sticker Star) 0:08:43 – Booster Tower (Mario RPG) 0:10:12 – The Road is Full of Dangers (Mario RPG) 0:11:47 – Forest Maze (Mario RPG) 0:18:00 – Battle (Mario RPG) 0:19:06 – Happy [...]VGMpireMore like 90 minutes of Mario RPG goodness, from the SNES original to Sticker Star. Download here SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title Screen (Sticker Star) 0:08:43 – Booster Tower (Mario RPG) 0:10:12 – The Road is Full of Dangers (Mario RPG) 0:11:47 – Forest Maze (Mario RPG) 0:18:00 – Battle (Mario RPG) 0:19:06 – Happy [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/02/20/vgmpire-episode-41-hyrule-hits-vol-1/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/02/20/vgmpire-episode-41-hyrule-hits-vol-1/#comments Wed, 20 Feb 2013 08:10:14 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=417 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/02/20/vgmpire-episode-41-hyrule-hits-vol-1/feed/ 47 417 VGMpirenoThe very best Legend of Zelda tracks, from the original classic through Ocarina of Time. Hey, Listen! SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title Screen (Legend of Zelda) 0:10:29 – Overworld (Legend of Zelda) 0:11:46 – Labyrinth (Legend of Zelda) 0:24:14 – Title Screen (Zelda II) 0:25:28 – Overworld (Zelda II) 0:26:58 – Palace Theme (Zelda II) [...]VGMpireThe very best Legend of Zelda tracks, from the original classic through Ocarina of Time. Hey, Listen! SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title Screen (Legend of Zelda) 0:10:29 – Overworld (Legend of Zelda) 0:11:46 – Labyrinth (Legend of Zelda) 0:24:14 – Title Screen (Zelda II) 0:25:28 – Overworld (Zelda II) 0:26:58 – Palace Theme (Zelda II) [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/02/06/vgmpire-episode-40-actraiser-and-friends/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/02/06/vgmpire-episode-40-actraiser-and-friends/#comments Wed, 06 Feb 2013 17:44:01 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=406 https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/02/06/vgmpire-episode-40-actraiser-and-friends/feed/ 12 406 VGMpirenoJourney with The Master as he saves a ruined world, then jam to spiritual spin-offs Soulblazer and Illusion of Gaia. Download NowVGMpireJourney with The Master as he saves a ruined world, then jam to spiritual spin-offs Soulblazer and Illusion of Gaia. Download NowGame,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/01/23/vgmpire-episode-39-cavalcade-of-sports/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/01/23/vgmpire-episode-39-cavalcade-of-sports/#comments Wed, 23 Jan 2013 08:01:16 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=401 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/01/23/vgmpire-episode-39-cavalcade-of-sports/feed/ 16 401 VGMpirenoA barrage of toe-tappin tunes from your favorite classic sports games, including Base Wars, Mutant League Football and Captain Tsubasa. Yes this really is an episode SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title Screen (Mutant League Football) 0:09:42 – Title Screen (Bandai Golf) 0:10:36 – Event (Capcom Gold Medal Challenge) 0:11:55 – Title Screen (Jordan vs Bird) [...]VGMpireA barrage of toe-tappin tunes from your favorite classic sports games, including Base Wars, Mutant League Football and Captain Tsubasa. Yes this really is an episode SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title Screen (Mutant League Football) 0:09:42 – Title Screen (Bandai Golf) 0:10:36 – Event (Capcom Gold Medal Challenge) 0:11:55 – Title Screen (Jordan vs Bird) [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/01/09/vgmpire-episode-38-tmnt-tunes/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/01/09/vgmpire-episode-38-tmnt-tunes/#comments Wed, 09 Jan 2013 08:09:19 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=393 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2013/01/09/vgmpire-episode-38-tmnt-tunes/feed/ 24 393 VGMpirenoTonight we dine on turtle tunes, from the original NES letdown to the 16-bit heyday. Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Star Base (Hyperstone Heist) 0:15:09 – Title Screen (TMNT NES) 0:16:26 – Overworld (TMNT NES) 0:17:07 – Sewers (TMNT NES) 0:18:11 – Underwater (TMNT NES) 0:19:27 – Caverns (TMNT NES) 0:35:04 – Burning Building (TMNT [...]VGMpireTonight we dine on turtle tunes, from the original NES letdown to the 16-bit heyday. Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Star Base (Hyperstone Heist) 0:15:09 – Title Screen (TMNT NES) 0:16:26 – Overworld (TMNT NES) 0:17:07 – Sewers (TMNT NES) 0:18:11 – Underwater (TMNT NES) 0:19:27 – Caverns (TMNT NES) 0:35:04 – Burning Building (TMNT [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/12/19/vgmpire-episode-37-jet-set-jams/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/12/19/vgmpire-episode-37-jet-set-jams/#comments Wed, 19 Dec 2012 08:56:59 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=385 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/12/19/vgmpire-episode-37-jet-set-jams/feed/ 15 385 VGMpirenoRelive the early 2000s with this eclectic collection of tunes from the Jet Set Radio series. Download here 00:00 – Magical Girl (JGR) 11:43 – Let Mom Sleep (JGR) 14:33 – Humming the Baseline (JGR) 17:27 – Everybody Jump Around (JGR) 28:23 – Sweet Soul Brother (JGR) 31:41 – Rock It On (JGR) 35:25 – [...]VGMpireRelive the early 2000s with this eclectic collection of tunes from the Jet Set Radio series. Download here 00:00 – Magical Girl (JGR) 11:43 – Let Mom Sleep (JGR) 14:33 – Humming the Baseline (JGR) 17:27 – Everybody Jump Around (JGR) 28:23 – Sweet Soul Brother (JGR) 31:41 – Rock It On (JGR) 35:25 – [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/12/05/vgmpire-episode-36-the-fury-of-f-zero/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/12/05/vgmpire-episode-36-the-fury-of-f-zero/#comments Wed, 05 Dec 2012 08:05:24 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=373 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/12/05/vgmpire-episode-36-the-fury-of-f-zero/feed/ 20 373 VGMpirenoA rippin selection of tunes from the SNES, N64 and GBA iterations of this lightning-fast franchise. FALCON PUNNNNNNCH 0:00:00 – Title Screen (F-Zero) 0:08:32 – Big Blue (F-Zero) 0:10:40 – Red Canyon (F-Zero) 0:12:47 – Silence (F-Zero) 0:18:32 – Port Town (F-Zero) 0:20:43 – Mute City (F-Zero) 0:22:33 – Staff Roll (F-Zero) 0:34:09 – Dream [...]VGMpireA rippin selection of tunes from the SNES, N64 and GBA iterations of this lightning-fast franchise. FALCON PUNNNNNNCH 0:00:00 – Title Screen (F-Zero) 0:08:32 – Big Blue (F-Zero) 0:10:40 – Red Canyon (F-Zero) 0:12:47 – Silence (F-Zero) 0:18:32 – Port Town (F-Zero) 0:20:43 – Mute City (F-Zero) 0:22:33 – Staff Roll (F-Zero) 0:34:09 – Dream [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/11/21/vgmpire-episode-35-the-wonders-of-working-designs/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/11/21/vgmpire-episode-35-the-wonders-of-working-designs/#comments Wed, 21 Nov 2012 08:05:29 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=365 https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/11/21/vgmpire-episode-35-the-wonders-of-working-designs/feed/ 19 365 VGMpirenoEver heard of Lunar, Popful Mail and Vay? Well, you need to listen anyway! Three Sega CD classics await your virgin ears SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Intro Theme (Lunar) 0:10:15 – Caldor Isle 1 (Lunar) 0:11:25 – Caldor Isle 2 (Lunar) 0:12:47 – Burg (Lunar)  VGMpireEver heard of Lunar, Popful Mail and Vay? Well, you need to listen anyway! Three Sega CD classics await your virgin ears SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Intro Theme (Lunar) 0:10:15 – Caldor Isle 1 (Lunar) 0:11:25 – Caldor Isle 2 (Lunar) 0:12:47 – Burg (Lunar)  Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/11/10/sample-the-sega-cd-bios-screens/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/11/10/sample-the-sega-cd-bios-screens/#comments Sun, 11 Nov 2012 06:08:41 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=360 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/11/10/sample-the-sega-cd-bios-screens/feed/ 2 360 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/11/07/vgmpire-episode-34-sega-cdelight/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/11/07/vgmpire-episode-34-sega-cdelight/#comments Wed, 07 Nov 2012 08:05:18 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=355 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/11/07/vgmpire-episode-34-sega-cdelight/feed/ 15 355 VGMpirenoCelebrating 20 years of overlooked audio excellence, including Dark Wizard, Third World War and Final Fight CD. Redbook Audio FTW SONG LIST 0:00:00 – Model 1 BIOS 0:11:50 – Amon (Dark Wizard) 0:13:11 – Armer IX (Dark Wizard) 0:14:36 – Karmak (Dark Wizard) 0:15:29 – Krystal (Dark Wizard) 0:17:07 – Sheena (Dark Wizard) 0:18:20 – [...]VGMpireCelebrating 20 years of overlooked audio excellence, including Dark Wizard, Third World War and Final Fight CD. Redbook Audio FTW SONG LIST 0:00:00 – Model 1 BIOS 0:11:50 – Amon (Dark Wizard) 0:13:11 – Armer IX (Dark Wizard) 0:14:36 – Karmak (Dark Wizard) 0:15:29 – Krystal (Dark Wizard) 0:17:07 – Sheena (Dark Wizard) 0:18:20 – [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/10/29/vgmpire-one-year-outtakes/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/10/29/vgmpire-one-year-outtakes/#comments Mon, 29 Oct 2012 07:10:31 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=349 https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/10/29/vgmpire-one-year-outtakes/feed/ 10 349 VGMpirenoA quick look behind the scenes for our one year anniversary Plus some David Wise jams from AnticipationVGMpireA quick look behind the scenes for our one year anniversary Plus some David Wise jams from AnticipationGame,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/10/24/vgmpire-episode-33-castlemania-vol-4/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/10/24/vgmpire-episode-33-castlemania-vol-4/#comments Wed, 24 Oct 2012 07:24:12 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=344 https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/10/24/vgmpire-episode-33-castlemania-vol-4/feed/ 12 344 VGMpirenoLament and Curse bring us into the modern era, plus a look back at some incredible official remixes. Complete the set by downloading hereVGMpireLament and Curse bring us into the modern era, plus a look back at some incredible official remixes. Complete the set by downloading hereGame,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/10/17/vgmpire-episode-32-castlemania-vol-3/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/10/17/vgmpire-episode-32-castlemania-vol-3/#comments Wed, 17 Oct 2012 15:18:52 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=338 https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/10/17/vgmpire-episode-32-castlemania-vol-3/feed/ 13 338 VGMpirenoOnward to the GBA and DS era, including Circle of the Moon, Aria of Sorrow, Portrait of Ruin and more Six amazing OSTs await your ear holesVGMpireOnward to the GBA and DS era, including Circle of the Moon, Aria of Sorrow, Portrait of Ruin and more Six amazing OSTs await your ear holesGame,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/10/10/vgmpire-episode-31-castlemania-vol-2/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/10/10/vgmpire-episode-31-castlemania-vol-2/#comments Wed, 10 Oct 2012 07:13:25 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=333 https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/10/10/vgmpire-episode-31-castlemania-vol-2/feed/ 24 333 VGMpirenoOnward to the 90s with Castlevania IV, Bloodlines, Dracula X and Symphony of the Night. An impossibly good episode awaitsVGMpireOnward to the 90s with Castlevania IV, Bloodlines, Dracula X and Symphony of the Night. An impossibly good episode awaitsGame,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/10/03/vgmpire-episode-30-castlemania-vol-1/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/10/03/vgmpire-episode-30-castlemania-vol-1/#comments Wed, 03 Oct 2012 07:15:14 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=327 https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/10/03/vgmpire-episode-30-castlemania-vol-1/feed/ 19 327 VGMpirenoOur four part series detailing the many stellar songs of Castlevania begins with this look at the NES and Game Boy titles. Get crackin and download nowVGMpireOur four part series detailing the many stellar songs of Castlevania begins with this look at the NES and Game Boy titles. Get crackin and download nowGame,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/09/08/check-out-vgdrum-for-all-your-game-percussion-needs/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/09/08/check-out-vgdrum-for-all-your-game-percussion-needs/#comments Sat, 08 Sep 2012 22:37:47 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=323 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/09/08/check-out-vgdrum-for-all-your-game-percussion-needs/feed/ 2 323 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/09/05/vgmpire-episode-29-snes-shooter-showcase/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/09/05/vgmpire-episode-29-snes-shooter-showcase/#comments Wed, 05 Sep 2012 22:07:04 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=317 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/09/05/vgmpire-episode-29-snes-shooter-showcase/feed/ 22 317 VGMpirenoThis week we take a quick look at three seminal SNES shoot em ups – Axelay, Gradius III and Super R-Type Download here 00:00 – Unkai (Axelay) 10:47 – Colony (Axelay) 14:17 – Silence (Axelay) 17:18 – Mother (Axelay) 19:20 – Cosmos (Axelay) 28:58 – Invitation (Gradius III) 30:13 – Departure for Space (Gradius III) [...]VGMpireThis week we take a quick look at three seminal SNES shoot em ups – Axelay, Gradius III and Super R-Type Download here 00:00 – Unkai (Axelay) 10:47 – Colony (Axelay) 14:17 – Silence (Axelay) 17:18 – Mother (Axelay) 19:20 – Cosmos (Axelay) 28:58 – Invitation (Gradius III) 30:13 – Departure for Space (Gradius III) [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/08/22/vgmpire-episode-28-darkest-demon-souls/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/08/22/vgmpire-episode-28-darkest-demon-souls/#comments Wed, 22 Aug 2012 07:10:05 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=310 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/08/22/vgmpire-episode-28-darkest-demon-souls/feed/ 21 310 VGMpirenoDrown in despair with these dire dirges from the demoralizing Souls series So much sadness awaits 0:00:00 – Demon’s Souls theme 0:07:45 – Tower Knight 0:10:52 – Adjudicator 0:13:33 – Maiden Astraea 0:25:40 – Fool’s Idol 0:27:56 – One Who Craves Souls 0:37:11 – Firelink Shrine 0:39:28 – Taurus Demon 0:42:06 – Pinwheel 0:47:25 – [...]VGMpireDrown in despair with these dire dirges from the demoralizing Souls series So much sadness awaits 0:00:00 – Demon’s Souls theme 0:07:45 – Tower Knight 0:10:52 – Adjudicator 0:13:33 – Maiden Astraea 0:25:40 – Fool’s Idol 0:27:56 – One Who Craves Souls 0:37:11 – Firelink Shrine 0:39:28 – Taurus Demon 0:42:06 – Pinwheel 0:47:25 – [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/08/09/vgmpire-episode-27-ninja-gaiden-trilogy/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/08/09/vgmpire-episode-27-ninja-gaiden-trilogy/#comments Thu, 09 Aug 2012 07:12:08 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=303 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/08/09/vgmpire-episode-27-ninja-gaiden-trilogy/feed/ 20 303 VGMpirenoThree of the greatest NES soundtracks star in this episode devoted to Ryu Hayabusa Become the ninja dragon with one click SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Intro Part 1 0:00:18 – Intro Part 2 0:07:40 – Galesburg 0:09:05 – Outpost 0:10:30 – Death Valley 0:19:24 – Walter Smith Dies 0:20:31 – Foster’s Theme 0:21:58 – The [...]VGMpireThree of the greatest NES soundtracks star in this episode devoted to Ryu Hayabusa Become the ninja dragon with one click SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Intro Part 1 0:00:18 – Intro Part 2 0:07:40 – Galesburg 0:09:05 – Outpost 0:10:30 – Death Valley 0:19:24 – Walter Smith Dies 0:20:31 – Foster’s Theme 0:21:58 – The [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/07/25/vgmpire-episode-26-a-day-with-animal-crossing/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/07/25/vgmpire-episode-26-a-day-with-animal-crossing/#comments Wed, 25 Jul 2012 17:32:51 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=296 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/07/25/vgmpire-episode-26-a-day-with-animal-crossing/feed/ 27 296 VGMpirenoThanks to clever use of the GameCube internal clock, Animal Crossing is truly a soundtrack that never sleeps. Spend 24 virtual hours with us now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title Screen 0:09:58-16:04 – 6am through 9am 0:19:21-24:25 – 10am through 1pm 0:30:04-36:16 – 2pm through 6pm 0:37:38-44:50 – 7pm through 12am 0:47:13-54:35 – 1am through [...]VGMpireThanks to clever use of the GameCube internal clock, Animal Crossing is truly a soundtrack that never sleeps. Spend 24 virtual hours with us now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title Screen 0:09:58-16:04 – 6am through 9am 0:19:21-24:25 – 10am through 1pm 0:30:04-36:16 – 2pm through 6pm 0:37:38-44:50 – 7pm through 12am 0:47:13-54:35 – 1am through [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/07/04/vgmpire-episode-25-indie-game-music-showcase/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/07/04/vgmpire-episode-25-indie-game-music-showcase/#comments Wed, 04 Jul 2012 18:33:00 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=290 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/07/04/vgmpire-episode-25-indie-game-music-showcase/feed/ 29 290 VGMpirenoSupport indie musicians by jamming to Castle Crashers, Dustforce and more, then buying their soundtracks direct! Download here SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Map (Castle Crashers) 08:55 – Jumper (Castle Crashers) 10:34 – Techock (Castle Crashers) 12:33 – Winterbliss (Castle Crashers) 20:24 – Forest Funk (Super Meat Boy) 21:54 – CHADs Broken Wind (Super Meat Boy) [...]VGMpireSupport indie musicians by jamming to Castle Crashers, Dustforce and more, then buying their soundtracks direct! Download here SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Map (Castle Crashers) 08:55 – Jumper (Castle Crashers) 10:34 – Techock (Castle Crashers) 12:33 – Winterbliss (Castle Crashers) 20:24 – Forest Funk (Super Meat Boy) 21:54 – CHADs Broken Wind (Super Meat Boy) [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/06/20/vgmpire-episode-24-spectacular-spider-songs/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/06/20/vgmpire-episode-24-spectacular-spider-songs/#comments Wed, 20 Jun 2012 07:25:00 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=285 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/06/20/vgmpire-episode-24-spectacular-spider-songs/feed/ 20 285 VGMpirenoFrom chiptunes to industrial rock to guitar noodling, we examine the musical history of Spider-Man video games. Thwip it good by downloading now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Swing Time (Vs The Kingpin Sega CD) 0:13:35 – Theme 1 (Return of the Sinister Six) 0:15:17 – Theme 2 (Return of the Sinister Six) 0:22:22 – Levels [...]VGMpireFrom chiptunes to industrial rock to guitar noodling, we examine the musical history of Spider-Man video games. Thwip it good by downloading now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Swing Time (Vs The Kingpin Sega CD) 0:13:35 – Theme 1 (Return of the Sinister Six) 0:15:17 – Theme 2 (Return of the Sinister Six) 0:22:22 – Levels [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/06/13/take-the-were-you-a-nineties-gamer-music-quiz/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/06/13/take-the-were-you-a-nineties-gamer-music-quiz/#comments Wed, 13 Jun 2012 17:23:42 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=278 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/06/13/take-the-were-you-a-nineties-gamer-music-quiz/feed/ 4 278 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/06/06/vgmpire-episode-23-mass-effect-musings/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/06/06/vgmpire-episode-23-mass-effect-musings/#comments Wed, 06 Jun 2012 12:37:10 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=272 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/06/06/vgmpire-episode-23-mass-effect-musings/feed/ 30 272 VGMpirenoWithout a doubt the best podcast on the Citadel, covering all three Mass Effect games. Achieve consensus by downloading now 0:00:00- Uncharted Worlds (Mass Effect) 0:08:55 – Theme (Mass Effect) 0:11:14 – The Normandy (Mass Effect) 0:12:46 – Battle At Eden Prime (Mass Effect) 0:18:58 – Saren (Mass Effect) 0:20:57 – The Wards (Mass Effect) [...]VGMpireWithout a doubt the best podcast on the Citadel, covering all three Mass Effect games. Achieve consensus by downloading now 0:00:00- Uncharted Worlds (Mass Effect) 0:08:55 – Theme (Mass Effect) 0:11:14 – The Normandy (Mass Effect) 0:12:46 – Battle At Eden Prime (Mass Effect) 0:18:58 – Saren (Mass Effect) 0:20:57 – The Wards (Mass Effect) [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/06/04/rockin-marble-madness-album-now-on-bandcamp/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/06/04/rockin-marble-madness-album-now-on-bandcamp/#comments Mon, 04 Jun 2012 00:25:36 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=264 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/06/04/rockin-marble-madness-album-now-on-bandcamp/feed/ 4 264 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/05/23/vgmpire-episode-22-shining-the-blues/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/05/23/vgmpire-episode-22-shining-the-blues/#comments Wed, 23 May 2012 07:39:05 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=257 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/05/23/vgmpire-episode-22-shining-the-blues/feed/ 22 257 VGMpirenoRemember the Shining RPG series? We do, and share misty eyed recollections as we discuss Shining in the Darkness, Force and Landstalker. Shine on with just one click SHOW NOTES 00:00 – The Ancient Temple (Shining in the Darkness) 09:09 – Tavern (Shining in the Darkness) 10:50 – Battle Theme (Shining in the Darkness) 17:29 [...]VGMpireRemember the Shining RPG series? We do, and share misty eyed recollections as we discuss Shining in the Darkness, Force and Landstalker. Shine on with just one click SHOW NOTES 00:00 – The Ancient Temple (Shining in the Darkness) 09:09 – Tavern (Shining in the Darkness) 10:50 – Battle Theme (Shining in the Darkness) 17:29 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/05/09/vgmpire-episode-21-happy-mothers-day/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/05/09/vgmpire-episode-21-happy-mothers-day/#comments Wed, 09 May 2012 18:12:39 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=248 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/05/09/vgmpire-episode-21-happy-mothers-day/feed/ 44 248 VGMpirenoGet down with Earthbound, plus hear highlights from the rest of the legendary Mother series. Celebrate Mothers Day with a simple click SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Onette and Sunrise (Earthbound) 11:16 – Introduction (Mother) 12:54 – Approaching Mt Itoi (Mother) 13:42 – Eight Melodies (Mother) 23:20 – Paula’s Theme (Earthbound) 24:31 – Megaton Walk (Earthbound) [...]VGMpireGet down with Earthbound, plus hear highlights from the rest of the legendary Mother series. Celebrate Mothers Day with a simple click SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Onette and Sunrise (Earthbound) 11:16 – Introduction (Mother) 12:54 – Approaching Mt Itoi (Mother) 13:42 – Eight Melodies (Mother) 23:20 – Paula’s Theme (Earthbound) 24:31 – Megaton Walk (Earthbound) [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/05/02/vgmpire-episode-20-tekken-tunes/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/05/02/vgmpire-episode-20-tekken-tunes/#comments Wed, 02 May 2012 16:18:12 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=244 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/05/02/vgmpire-episode-20-tekken-tunes/feed/ 26 244 VGMpirenoA thorough look back at the first four games that created a 3D fighting legacy. Download here  SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Black Winter Night Sky (Tekken 2) 0:08:32 – Stadium (Tekken) 0:10:01 – China (Tekken) 0:12:11 – Chicago (Tekken) 0:19:51 – Ring A Bell (Tekken 2) 0:21:56 – Morning Field (Tekken 2) 0:25:03 – Emotionless [...]VGMpireA thorough look back at the first four games that created a 3D fighting legacy. Download here  SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Black Winter Night Sky (Tekken 2) 0:08:32 – Stadium (Tekken) 0:10:01 – China (Tekken) 0:12:11 – Chicago (Tekken) 0:19:51 – Ring A Bell (Tekken 2) 0:21:56 – Morning Field (Tekken 2) 0:25:03 – Emotionless [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/05/01/hd-star-fox-tribute-video-makes-me-cry-even-harder-for-a-new-wii-u-title/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/05/01/hd-star-fox-tribute-video-makes-me-cry-even-harder-for-a-new-wii-u-title/#comments Tue, 01 May 2012 16:41:16 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=240 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/05/01/hd-star-fox-tribute-video-makes-me-cry-even-harder-for-a-new-wii-u-title/feed/ 6 240 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/04/29/turok-2-given-the-full-orchestra-treatment/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/04/29/turok-2-given-the-full-orchestra-treatment/#comments Sun, 29 Apr 2012 02:28:34 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=233 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/04/29/turok-2-given-the-full-orchestra-treatment/feed/ 4 233 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/04/18/vgmpire-episode-19-battletoad-beats/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/04/18/vgmpire-episode-19-battletoad-beats/#comments Wed, 18 Apr 2012 19:37:16 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=229 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/04/18/vgmpire-episode-19-battletoad-beats/feed/ 20 229 VGMpirenoGet mad, bad and crazy with this collection of toadally tubular tunes from the NES and SNES. Download the file right here SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title Screen (Battletoads) 0:06:12 – Ragnarok Canyon (Battletoads) 0:08:31 – Wookie Hole (Battletoads) 0:11:30 – Turbo Tunnel (Battletoads) 0:28:29 – Main Theme (Battlemaniacs) 0:30:33 – Ragnarok Canyon (Battlemaniacs) 0:36:02 [...]VGMpireGet mad, bad and crazy with this collection of toadally tubular tunes from the NES and SNES. Download the file right here SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title Screen (Battletoads) 0:06:12 – Ragnarok Canyon (Battletoads) 0:08:31 – Wookie Hole (Battletoads) 0:11:30 – Turbo Tunnel (Battletoads) 0:28:29 – Main Theme (Battlemaniacs) 0:30:33 – Ragnarok Canyon (Battlemaniacs) 0:36:02 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/04/18/incredible-rock-medley-covers-34-games-in-10-minutes/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/04/18/incredible-rock-medley-covers-34-games-in-10-minutes/#comments Wed, 18 Apr 2012 06:08:46 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=224 https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/04/18/incredible-rock-medley-covers-34-games-in-10-minutes/feed/ 6 224 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/03/28/vgmpire-episode-18-the-sinister-sounds-of-silent-hill/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/03/28/vgmpire-episode-18-the-sinister-sounds-of-silent-hill/#comments Wed, 28 Mar 2012 16:54:06 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=217 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/03/28/vgmpire-episode-18-the-sinister-sounds-of-silent-hill/feed/ 29 217 VGMpirenoA tribute to the hauntingly beautiful, occasionally terrifying tunes of Silent Hill – plus an Akira Yamaoka deep cut Download and listen in the dark SHOW NOTES 0:00:00- Theme (Silent Hill) 0:09:25 – Blood Tears (Silent Hill) 0:12:12 – Alchemilla Hospital (Silent Hill) 0:15:38 – Green Lion Antique Shop (Silent Hill) 0:26:26 – End of Small [...]VGMpireA tribute to the hauntingly beautiful, occasionally terrifying tunes of Silent Hill – plus an Akira Yamaoka deep cut Download and listen in the dark SHOW NOTES 0:00:00- Theme (Silent Hill) 0:09:25 – Blood Tears (Silent Hill) 0:12:12 – Alchemilla Hospital (Silent Hill) 0:15:38 – Green Lion Antique Shop (Silent Hill) 0:26:26 – End of Small [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/03/14/vgmpire-episode-17-mighty-virt-force/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/03/14/vgmpire-episode-17-mighty-virt-force/#comments Wed, 14 Mar 2012 20:49:52 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=213 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/03/14/vgmpire-episode-17-mighty-virt-force/feed/ 21 213 VGMpirenoAn on-location interview with Jake Kaufman, composer of Mighty Flip Champs, Milky Way and Switch Force. Download here SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Yummy (Mighty Switch Force) 05:57 – Title Screen (Mighty Milky Way) 07:21 – Space World (Mighty Milky Way) 10:11 – Lava World (Mighty Milky Way) 17:40 – Level Select (Mighty Flip Champs) 19:03 [...]VGMpireAn on-location interview with Jake Kaufman, composer of Mighty Flip Champs, Milky Way and Switch Force. Download here SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Yummy (Mighty Switch Force) 05:57 – Title Screen (Mighty Milky Way) 07:21 – Space World (Mighty Milky Way) 10:11 – Lava World (Mighty Milky Way) 17:40 – Level Select (Mighty Flip Champs) 19:03 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/03/05/jake-virt-kaufman-releases-amazing-new-chiptune-album/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/03/05/jake-virt-kaufman-releases-amazing-new-chiptune-album/#comments Mon, 05 Mar 2012 07:11:20 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=204 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/03/05/jake-virt-kaufman-releases-amazing-new-chiptune-album/feed/ 5 204 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/02/29/vgmpire-episode-16-wise-wizards/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/02/29/vgmpire-episode-16-wise-wizards/#comments Wed, 29 Feb 2012 19:30:40 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=199 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/02/29/vgmpire-episode-16-wise-wizards/feed/ 22 199 VGMpirenoHear this forgotten series grow with each installment, thanks to the incredible efforts of composer David Wise Download episode 16 here SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title Screen (Wizards & Warriors) 0:05:56 – Forest (Wizards & Warriors) 0:07:23 – Big Tree (Wizards & Warriors) 0:18:10 – Clouds (Ironsword) 0:20:25 – Mountain (Ironsword) 0:22:52 – Icefire Mountain [...]VGMpireHear this forgotten series grow with each installment, thanks to the incredible efforts of composer David Wise Download episode 16 here SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title Screen (Wizards & Warriors) 0:05:56 – Forest (Wizards & Warriors) 0:07:23 – Big Tree (Wizards & Warriors) 0:18:10 – Clouds (Ironsword) 0:20:25 – Mountain (Ironsword) 0:22:52 – Icefire Mountain [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/02/24/game-music-the-new-home-of-indie-musicians/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/02/24/game-music-the-new-home-of-indie-musicians/#comments Fri, 24 Feb 2012 08:39:01 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=190 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/02/24/game-music-the-new-home-of-indie-musicians/feed/ 5 190 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/02/23/vgmpire-episode-15-battle-sampler/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/02/23/vgmpire-episode-15-battle-sampler/#comments Thu, 23 Feb 2012 19:27:26 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=185 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/02/23/vgmpire-episode-15-battle-sampler/feed/ 61 185 VGMpirenoA rapid fire grab bag of  battle music from JRPGs both new and old. Feel the intensity! Download episode 15 right meow  SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Fight! (Grandia II/Iwadare) 0:11:07 – Battle Theme 2 (Breath of Fire/Alph Lyla) 0:12:26 – Fight With Monsters (Super Mario RPG/Shimomura, Kondo, Uematsu) 0:13:32 – Meet Them Head On (Phantasy [...]VGMpireA rapid fire grab bag of  battle music from JRPGs both new and old. Feel the intensity! Download episode 15 right meow  SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Fight! (Grandia II/Iwadare) 0:11:07 – Battle Theme 2 (Breath of Fire/Alph Lyla) 0:12:26 – Fight With Monsters (Super Mario RPG/Shimomura, Kondo, Uematsu) 0:13:32 – Meet Them Head On (Phantasy [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/02/15/vgmpire-episode-14-ode-tonelico/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/02/15/vgmpire-episode-14-ode-tonelico/#comments Wed, 15 Feb 2012 22:00:04 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=170 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/02/15/vgmpire-episode-14-ode-tonelico/feed/ 33 170 VGMpirenoSpirited songs from Atelier Iris, Ar tonelico and Disgaea, a trio of unapologetically old-school JRPGs. Download episode 14 here 0:00:00 – Town Where the Bells Chime (Atelier Iris) 0:07:37 – Tree Spirit in the Mist (Atelier Iris) 0:10:01 – Wind Over Time (Atelier Iris) 0:17:01 – Popo’s Pleasant Money Lecture (Atelier Iris) 0:18:24 – Lakeside [...]VGMpireSpirited songs from Atelier Iris, Ar tonelico and Disgaea, a trio of unapologetically old-school JRPGs. Download episode 14 here 0:00:00 – Town Where the Bells Chime (Atelier Iris) 0:07:37 – Tree Spirit in the Mist (Atelier Iris) 0:10:01 – Wind Over Time (Atelier Iris) 0:17:01 – Popo’s Pleasant Money Lecture (Atelier Iris) 0:18:24 – Lakeside [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/02/11/indie-music-bundle-2-includes-to-the-moon-mighty-switch-force/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/02/11/indie-music-bundle-2-includes-to-the-moon-mighty-switch-force/#comments Sat, 11 Feb 2012 19:56:00 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=162 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/02/11/indie-music-bundle-2-includes-to-the-moon-mighty-switch-force/feed/ 2 162 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/02/11/skyward-sword-plus-orchestra-cd-just-40-at-toys-r-us/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/02/11/skyward-sword-plus-orchestra-cd-just-40-at-toys-r-us/#respond Sat, 11 Feb 2012 19:38:08 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=157 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/02/11/skyward-sword-plus-orchestra-cd-just-40-at-toys-r-us/feed/ 0 157 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/02/01/vgmpire-episode-13-welcome-to-jurassic-park/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/02/01/vgmpire-episode-13-welcome-to-jurassic-park/#comments Wed, 01 Feb 2012 21:56:25 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=151 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/02/01/vgmpire-episode-13-welcome-to-jurassic-park/feed/ 20 151 VGMpirenoWe’ve made audio attractions so astounding that they’ll capture the imagination of the entire planet. Download before Nedry locks us out with a stupid animated GIF SHOW NOTES: 00:00 – Gate Area (JP Super NES) 09:37 – Title Screen (JP NES) 11:40 – Main Theme (JP NES) 13:27 – Raptor Nest (JP NES) 24:30 – [...]VGMpireWe’ve made audio attractions so astounding that they’ll capture the imagination of the entire planet. Download before Nedry locks us out with a stupid animated GIF SHOW NOTES: 00:00 – Gate Area (JP Super NES) 09:37 – Title Screen (JP NES) 11:40 – Main Theme (JP NES) 13:27 – Raptor Nest (JP NES) 24:30 – [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/01/25/vgmpire-episode-12-ys-y-listening/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/01/25/vgmpire-episode-12-ys-y-listening/#comments Wed, 25 Jan 2012 19:04:24 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=145 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/01/25/vgmpire-episode-12-ys-y-listening/feed/ 40 145 VGMpirenoFace-crunching guitars meet soul-soothing melodies in our 90 minute tribute to the majesty of Ys Download episode 12 here SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Release of the Far West Ocean (Ys VI) 0:10:28 – Field Mountain Area (Ys Book I & II) 0:12:30 – Shrine Entrance (Ys Book I & II) 0:14:32 – Shrine Depths ( Ys [...]VGMpireFace-crunching guitars meet soul-soothing melodies in our 90 minute tribute to the majesty of Ys Download episode 12 here SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Release of the Far West Ocean (Ys VI) 0:10:28 – Field Mountain Area (Ys Book I & II) 0:12:30 – Shrine Entrance (Ys Book I & II) 0:14:32 – Shrine Depths ( Ys [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/01/19/vgmpire-episode-11-plethora-of-puzzles/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/01/19/vgmpire-episode-11-plethora-of-puzzles/#comments Thu, 19 Jan 2012 02:30:06 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=139 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/01/19/vgmpire-episode-11-plethora-of-puzzles/feed/ 30 139 VGMpirenoBe it infectiously bouncy or delightfully laid back, music can make or break a puzzle game. This week we look at a handful of examples from the genre, including Bust A Move, Hexic and Puzzle Quest. Download it right here  SONG LIST 0:00:00 – Main Theme (Bust A Move 2) 0:06:41 – Pirate Theme (Bust [...]VGMpireBe it infectiously bouncy or delightfully laid back, music can make or break a puzzle game. This week we look at a handful of examples from the genre, including Bust A Move, Hexic and Puzzle Quest. Download it right here  SONG LIST 0:00:00 – Main Theme (Bust A Move 2) 0:06:41 – Pirate Theme (Bust [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/01/11/vgmpire-episode-10-honoring-advance-wars/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/01/11/vgmpire-episode-10-honoring-advance-wars/#comments Wed, 11 Jan 2012 18:06:19 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=132 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/01/11/vgmpire-episode-10-honoring-advance-wars/feed/ 39 132 VGMpirenoOne of the greatest handheld series of all time also happens to sport some of the best VGM out there Download Episode 10 now  NOTES: 0:00:00 – Rachel’s Theme (Dual Strike) 0:08:33 – Jake’s Theme (Dual Strike) 0:10:15 – Sasha’s Theme (Dual Strike) 0:12:15 – Javier’s Theme (Dual Strike) 0:19:49 – Andy’s Anthem (Dual Strike) [...]VGMpireOne of the greatest handheld series of all time also happens to sport some of the best VGM out there Download Episode 10 now  NOTES: 0:00:00 – Rachel’s Theme (Dual Strike) 0:08:33 – Jake’s Theme (Dual Strike) 0:10:15 – Sasha’s Theme (Dual Strike) 0:12:15 – Javier’s Theme (Dual Strike) 0:19:49 – Andy’s Anthem (Dual Strike) [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/01/06/zelda-orchestra-dates-added-buy-tickets-nao/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/01/06/zelda-orchestra-dates-added-buy-tickets-nao/#comments Fri, 06 Jan 2012 02:33:10 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=128 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/01/06/zelda-orchestra-dates-added-buy-tickets-nao/feed/ 15 128 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/01/01/a-year-end-look-at-some-of-gamings-best-ending-songs/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/01/01/a-year-end-look-at-some-of-gamings-best-ending-songs/#comments Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:26:32 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=119 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2012/01/01/a-year-end-look-at-some-of-gamings-best-ending-songs/feed/ 15 119 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/12/21/vgmpire-episode-09-2011-year-in-review/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/12/21/vgmpire-episode-09-2011-year-in-review/#comments Wed, 21 Dec 2011 19:53:05 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=113 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/12/21/vgmpire-episode-09-2011-year-in-review/feed/ 33 113 VGMpirenoWe end 2011 with a look at some of the best game music of the year. Grab episode 09 here, and share other OSTs you liked in the comments SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Dogfight (Ace Combat AH) 0:08:18 – White Devil (Ace Combat AH) 0:12:23 – Rebirth from Sandstorm (Ace Combat AH) 0:26:34 – Arkham [...]VGMpireWe end 2011 with a look at some of the best game music of the year. Grab episode 09 here, and share other OSTs you liked in the comments SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Dogfight (Ace Combat AH) 0:08:18 – White Devil (Ace Combat AH) 0:12:23 – Rebirth from Sandstorm (Ace Combat AH) 0:26:34 – Arkham [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/12/14/vgmpire-episode-08-super-sonic-celebration/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/12/14/vgmpire-episode-08-super-sonic-celebration/#comments Wed, 14 Dec 2011 22:04:39 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=105 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/12/14/vgmpire-episode-08-super-sonic-celebration/feed/ 32 105 VGMpirenoCelebrating 20 years of Sonic the Hedgehog with a look at the four original games that launched a cultural touchstone Download here SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Sonic Boom Intro (Sonic CD) 0:08:46 – Spring Yard Zone (Sonic 1) 0:10:12 – Labyrinth Zone (Sonic 1) 0:11:31 – Scrap Brain Zone (Sonic 1) 0:18:57 – Emerald Hill [...]VGMpireCelebrating 20 years of Sonic the Hedgehog with a look at the four original games that launched a cultural touchstone Download here SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Sonic Boom Intro (Sonic CD) 0:08:46 – Spring Yard Zone (Sonic 1) 0:10:12 – Labyrinth Zone (Sonic 1) 0:11:31 – Scrap Brain Zone (Sonic 1) 0:18:57 – Emerald Hill [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/12/07/vgmpire-episode-07-mario-kart-memories/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/12/07/vgmpire-episode-07-mario-kart-memories/#comments Wed, 07 Dec 2011 20:29:18 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=100 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/12/07/vgmpire-episode-07-mario-kart-memories/feed/ 30 100 VGMpirenoFrom Koopa Beach to Rainbow Road we examine the music behind the first big Mario spinoff Download it by clicking somewhere around here Show notes 0:00:00 – Battle Mode (Super Mario Kart) 0:09:54 – Koopa Beach (Super Mario Kart) 0:11:22 – Donut Plains (Super Mario Kart) 0:17:10 – Mario Circuit (Super Mario Kart) 0:18:27 – [...]VGMpireFrom Koopa Beach to Rainbow Road we examine the music behind the first big Mario spinoff Download it by clicking somewhere around here Show notes 0:00:00 – Battle Mode (Super Mario Kart) 0:09:54 – Koopa Beach (Super Mario Kart) 0:11:22 – Donut Plains (Super Mario Kart) 0:17:10 – Mario Circuit (Super Mario Kart) 0:18:27 – [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/12/04/castlevainas-vampire-killer-performed-by-whip-cracking-deadmau5-machines/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/12/04/castlevainas-vampire-killer-performed-by-whip-cracking-deadmau5-machines/#comments Sun, 04 Dec 2011 19:35:10 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=93 https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/12/04/castlevainas-vampire-killer-performed-by-whip-cracking-deadmau5-machines/feed/ 6 93 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/11/30/vgmpire-episode-06-mega-drive-medley/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/11/30/vgmpire-episode-06-mega-drive-medley/#comments Wed, 30 Nov 2011 20:36:12 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=86 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/11/30/vgmpire-episode-06-mega-drive-medley/feed/ 38 86 VGMpirenoOur first look at the 16-bit Sega console focuses on lesser-known titles like Mean Bean Machine, along with classics ToeJam & Earl and Revenge of Shinobi. Download episode 6 right meow Show notes: 00:00 – Vs Mode (Mean Bean Machine) 09:15 – Alien Breakdown (Toejam & Earl) 11:09 – Funkotronic Beat (Toejam & Earl) 12:57 [...]VGMpireOur first look at the 16-bit Sega console focuses on lesser-known titles like Mean Bean Machine, along with classics ToeJam & Earl and Revenge of Shinobi. Download episode 6 right meow Show notes: 00:00 – Vs Mode (Mean Bean Machine) 09:15 – Alien Breakdown (Toejam & Earl) 11:09 – Funkotronic Beat (Toejam & Earl) 12:57 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/11/30/25-year-legend-a-tribute-album-for-zeldas-25th-anniversary/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/11/30/25-year-legend-a-tribute-album-for-zeldas-25th-anniversary/#comments Wed, 30 Nov 2011 20:07:51 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=73 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/11/30/25-year-legend-a-tribute-album-for-zeldas-25th-anniversary/feed/ 4 73 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/11/25/metroid-ii-now-on-3ds-plus-ways-to-celebrate-the-series-25th-anniversary/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/11/25/metroid-ii-now-on-3ds-plus-ways-to-celebrate-the-series-25th-anniversary/#comments Fri, 25 Nov 2011 03:59:59 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=65 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/11/25/metroid-ii-now-on-3ds-plus-ways-to-celebrate-the-series-25th-anniversary/feed/ 7 65 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/11/23/vgmpire-episode-05-a-salute-to-samus/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/11/23/vgmpire-episode-05-a-salute-to-samus/#comments Wed, 23 Nov 2011 19:14:56 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=56 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/11/23/vgmpire-episode-05-a-salute-to-samus/feed/ 51 56 VGMpirenoAn hour-long tribute to the creepy, claustrophobic and downright awesome music of the Metroid series, which is 25 years old this year. Download episode five and instantly feel better about your day Show notes: 0:00:00 – Menu Select (Metroid Prime) 0:06:41 – Title Screen (Metroid) 0:08:16 – Kraid’s Hideout (Metroid) 0:09:53 – Norfair (Metroid) 0:11:12 [...]VGMpireAn hour-long tribute to the creepy, claustrophobic and downright awesome music of the Metroid series, which is 25 years old this year. Download episode five and instantly feel better about your day Show notes: 0:00:00 – Menu Select (Metroid Prime) 0:06:41 – Title Screen (Metroid) 0:08:16 – Kraid’s Hideout (Metroid) 0:09:53 – Norfair (Metroid) 0:11:12 [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/11/16/vgmpire-episode-04-the-genius-of-jumping-flash/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/11/16/vgmpire-episode-04-the-genius-of-jumping-flash/#comments Wed, 16 Nov 2011 21:12:28 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=48 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/11/16/vgmpire-episode-04-the-genius-of-jumping-flash/feed/ 34 48 VGMpirenoWhat begins as a celebration of PlayStation launch titles becomes a full-on gushfest for Jumping Flash and its late composer, Takeo Miratsu. Also covered are Tohshinden and Air Combat. Download episode 4 if you please Episode 4 notes: 00:00 – Duke (Battle Arena Tohshinden) 08:06 – Rungo (Battle Arena Tohshinden) 10:30 – Sofia (Battle Arena [...]VGMpireWhat begins as a celebration of PlayStation launch titles becomes a full-on gushfest for Jumping Flash and its late composer, Takeo Miratsu. Also covered are Tohshinden and Air Combat. Download episode 4 if you please Episode 4 notes: 00:00 – Duke (Battle Arena Tohshinden) 08:06 – Rungo (Battle Arena Tohshinden) 10:30 – Sofia (Battle Arena [...]Game,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/11/16/mega-ran-10-rap-remix-album-now-available/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/11/16/mega-ran-10-rap-remix-album-now-available/#comments Wed, 16 Nov 2011 07:58:57 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=37 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/11/16/mega-ran-10-rap-remix-album-now-available/feed/ 1 37 VGMpire https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/11/09/vgmpire-episode-03-goldeneye-007-and-banjo-kazooie/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/11/09/vgmpire-episode-03-goldeneye-007-and-banjo-kazooie/#comments Wed, 09 Nov 2011 21:14:44 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=30 https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/11/09/vgmpire-episode-03-goldeneye-007-and-banjo-kazooie/feed/ 34 30 VGMpirenoThis week we examine two well-known Nintendo 64 soundtracks from Rare. Episode 3 right hereVGMpireThis week we examine two well-known Nintendo 64 soundtracks from Rare. Episode 3 right hereGame,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/11/02/vgmpire-episode-02-super-adventure-island/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/11/02/vgmpire-episode-02-super-adventure-island/#comments Wed, 02 Nov 2011 21:34:06 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=22 https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/11/02/vgmpire-episode-02-super-adventure-island/feed/ 26 22 VGMpirenoYuzo Koshiro puts the Super NES’ sound capabilities to good use, combining tropical tunes with early ’90s beats to make a unique, overlooked soundtrack. Episode 2 right hereVGMpireYuzo Koshiro puts the Super NES’ sound capabilities to good use, combining tropical tunes with early ’90s beats to make a unique, overlooked soundtrack. Episode 2 right hereGame,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/10/29/vgmpire-episode-1/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/10/29/vgmpire-episode-1/#comments Sat, 29 Oct 2011 20:59:12 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=13 https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/10/29/vgmpire-episode-1/feed/ 25 13 VGMpirenoWelcome to our very first episode! Brett, Chris and Tyler kick things off with a tribute to Tim and Geoff Follin, two of gaming’s best 8 and 16-bit composers. Download episode 1 right meowVGMpireWelcome to our very first episode! Brett, Chris and Tyler kick things off with a tribute to Tim and Geoff Follin, two of gaming’s best 8 and 16-bit composers. Download episode 1 right meowGame,music,video,game,music,chip,tunes https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/08/01/hello-world/ https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/08/01/hello-world/#comments Mon, 01 Aug 2011 16:36:16 +0000 http://www.vgmpire.com/?p=1 [...]]]> https://www.vgmpire.com/2011/08/01/hello-world/feed/ 3 1 VGMpire