Tag Archives: Video Game Music

Episode 48: Jaleco Jams

Posted on November 4, 2015 by pixeltunesradio

  Download Episode 48: “Jaleco Jams” Here! Game developer and publisher Jaleco was the underdog, struggling for a foothold in the gaming industry alongside giants like Capcom and Konami. While they may not have been as successful as their competitors, they … Continue reading →

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Episode 45: Classic Sportstacular

Posted on September 23, 2015 by pixeltunesradio

  Download Episode 45 – “Classic Sportstacular” Here! Shoot! Dive! Kick! Run! Mike and Ed swing for the fences in this super-sporty episode of PixelTunes Radio. Jam to a bunch of classic tracks from names like Koji Kondo and Jeroen Tel, … Continue reading →

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Episode 44: Shmup Trax 2

Posted on September 9, 2015 by pixeltunesradio

  Download Episode 44 – “Shmup Trax 2” Here! Mike and Ed take to the skies again in an episode featuring more music from their favorite shoot ’em up titles!  Expect tons of danceable grooves, some hard rock, and… the blues? … Continue reading →

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Episode 43: Epic Endings with Cam Werme

Posted on August 26, 2015 by pixeltunesradio

  Download Episode 43 – “Epic Endings with Cam Werme” Here! There’s something amazing about the music that plays at the end of games. Is it the sense of accomplishment?  The flourish and emotion? Or is it something else? Mike and … Continue reading →

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Episode 42: Mega Man 2 vs. Mega Man 3

Posted on August 12, 2015 by pixeltunesradio

Download Episode 42: “Mega Man 2 vs. Mega Man 3” Here! Two of the best NES soundtracks ever recorded are on show in this episode: Takashi Tateishi’s amazing music from Mega Man 2, and the outstanding Mega Man 3 soundtrack, composed … Continue reading →

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Episode 41: Free Pick Championship Edition

Posted on July 29, 2015 by pixeltunesradio

Download Episode 41: “Free Pick Championship Edition” Here! Havoc vs. Socket. Morrigan vs. Blinx. Giana vs. Trace! It’s a free pick episode with a twist! Mike and Ed have selected some of their favorite songs to share, and they’re pitting them … Continue reading →

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Episode 40: Fan Favorites

Posted on July 15, 2015 by pixeltunesradio

Download Episode 40: “Fan Favorites” Here! It’s our first listener-powered episode!  Every track in this podcast was submitted by our awesome community of VGM fans.  Enjoy an eclectic selection of amazing tunes as Mike and Ed share their thoughts on the … Continue reading →

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Episode 39: Violent Storm

Posted on July 8, 2015 by pixeltunesradio

Download Episode 39: “Violent Storm” Here! “Who’ll be the hero?” Ed and Mike bust through the gates and bring you Violent Storm, a hilarious Konami arcade brawler featuring an eclectic and fantastic soundtrack! The music was co-composed by Kenichiro Fukui, … Continue reading →

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Episode 38: Metamorphic Force

Posted on July 1, 2015 by pixeltunesradio

  Download Episode 38: “Metamorphic Force” Here! Four warriors from across the globe unite to defeat the evil Death Shadow, powered by animal spirits and some of the most amazing music to ever grace a coin-op.  Metamorphic Force was Konami’s … Continue reading →

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Episode 37: Same Song, Different System vol.2

Posted on June 17, 2015 by pixeltunesradio

Download Episode 37: “Same Song, Different System vol.2” Here! You loved our last “Same Song, Different System” episode, so the guys are back with more awesome tunes from multi-platform games! Mike and Ed debate their favorite versions of tracks from Golden … Continue reading →

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Episode 36: Shreddin’ with Brendan

Posted on June 3, 2015 by pixeltunesradio

Download Episode 36: “Shreddin’ with Brendan” Here! Ed wasn’t the only video game obsessed kid growing up in his house – his younger brother Brendan was always right beside him, playing the same games and loving the same tunes.  This … Continue reading →

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Episode 35: N64 Nvasion

Posted on May 20, 2015 by pixeltunesradio

  Download Episode 35: N64 Nvasion Here! The N64 was a very unique console compared to its competitors.  While Sony and Sega opted to use the CD-ROM format allowing for high-quality streaming audio, the N64’s cartridges used sequenced music. This … Continue reading →

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Episode 34: Marvel Melodies

Posted on May 6, 2015 by pixeltunesradio

Download Episode 34: Marvel Melodies here! To celebrate the release of “Avengers: Age of Ultron,” it’s a Marvel Comics episode! There was no shortage of Marvel Superhero-based games in the 80’s and 90’s.  Kids got to live out their dreams … Continue reading →

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Episode 33: Cygnus Destroyer’s Picks

Posted on April 22, 2015 by pixeltunesradio

Download Episode 33: Cygnus Destroyer’s Picks here! Mike and Ed are huge fans of YouTuber Matt Ezero, also known as “Cygnus Destroyer” or “The LJN Defender.” He’s been creating amazing retro game reviews for the past few years, and he specializes … Continue reading →

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Episode 32: NINJAS!

Posted on April 8, 2015 by pixeltunesradio

Download Episode 32: NINJAS! here! <– Right Click and “Save As” Ninjas were masters of espionage and assassination, and experts in martial arts and acrobatics. It only makes sense that ninja video games were some of the most thrilling and … Continue reading →

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Episode 31: Same Song, Different System

Posted on March 25, 2015 by pixeltunesradio

  Download Episode 31: Same Song, Different System here! <– Right Click and “Save As” This episode, Bad Dudes Mike and Ed talk about ports and remakes, and pick out a few of their favorite titles that made it onto … Continue reading →

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Episode 27: Anniversary Free-for-All!

Posted on January 28, 2015 by pixeltunesradio

  Download Episode 27: Anniversary Free-for-All here! <– Right click and “save as” We’re marking our one year anniversary with a free-pick party!  Mike and Ed roll out songs from some of their favorite game soundtracks, and chat about their … Continue reading →

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Episode 26: NES Appreciation with WiiGuy

Posted on January 14, 2015 by pixeltunesradio

Download “Episode 26: NES Appreciation with WiiGuy” here! <– (right click and “save as”) If you’ve searched for NES soundtracks on YouTube before, chances are you’ve listened to one of WiiGuy’s uploads.  Just who IS the guy behind “WiiGuy?”  Find … Continue reading →

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Episode 24: The Sharp X68000

Posted on December 17, 2014 by pixeltunesradio

Download “Episode 24: The Sharp X68000” here! <– (right click and “save as”) When it came to awesome music and fun, playable games, the Sharp X68000 was the system of choice for many hardcore Japanese gamers.  It boasted a fast … Continue reading →

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Episode 23: Spotlight on David Wise

Posted on December 3, 2014 by pixeltunesradio

  Download “Episode 23: Spotlight on David Wise” here! <– (right click and “save as”) Many of us grew up with David Wise’s music.  His name is synonymous with blockbuster games like Battletoads and Donkey Kong Country.  In this episode, … Continue reading →

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