PixelTunes Radio VGM Podcast: Recent Episodes
Ed Wilson, Mike Levy
A bi-weekly Video Game Music Podcast that takes a lighthearted look at the music of Arcade Machines and Consoles.
Download Episode 111: “10th Anniversary Reunion” here!
On January 28th, 2014, the very first episode of PixelTunes Radio was released into the world. Ed Wilson and Mike Levy shared a passion for video game music, comedy, and voice acting, creating a perfect storm for an engaging and long-running podcast series. Now, exactly ten years later, Mike and Ed have reunited once again to bring a bit of the old PTR magic back! This brand new episode is full of PixelTunes memories, some of their favorite tracks they’ve played over the run, and a ton of classic skits with commentary and behind-the-scenes stories. Whether you’re a die-hard PTR fanatic or are just getting familiar with the show, this reunion for the ages is guaranteed to get you laughing, crying, and overwhelmed with nostalgia.
Stay PixelTuned till the very end of the show for a brand new skit, featuring a special announcement from our hosts!
The Tracklist:
Format: Game Title (System, Year) – Track Title – Composer(s)
1 – Mick & Mack: Global Gladiators (GEN, 1993) – “Storyline” – Tommy Tallarico
2 – Serious Sam Advance (GBA, 2004) – “Menu Theme” – Matt Simmonds (4MAT)
3 – Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy’s Kong Quest (SNES, 1995) -”Stickerbrush Symphony” – David Wise
4 – TMNT 3: The Manhattan Project (NES, 1991) – “Scene 8” – Yūichi Sakakura, Tomoya Tomita, Kōzō Nakamura
5 – Soldam (Arcade, 1992) – “VS. Mode” – Yasuyuki Suzuki, Atsuyoshi Itsemura
6 – Elemental Master (GEN, 1990) – “Until the End of the Earth (Stage 3)” – Toshiharu Yamanishi
7 – Ghouls n’ Ghosts (C64, 1989) – “Title” – Tim Follin
8 – Bushido Blade 2 (PS1, 1998) – “The Spirit of Samurai” – Ryuji Sasai
9 – The Adventures of Mighty Max (GEN, 1994) – “Ending Theme” – Matt Furniss
10 – Moto-X (SNES, 2023) – “Title Theme” – Tim Follin, Geoff Follin
11 – Daffy Duck: The Marvin Missions (SNES, 1993) – “20,000 Martians Under the Sea” – Jim Hedges
Download Episode 110: “Saigo no Free Picks” here! It’s a free picks show, and also a special “Thank You” episode! This one may be a little emotionally intense though, so make sure to have some tissues handy while you listen. … Continue reading →
Download Episode 109: “BATMAN” here! Ever dance to VGM in the pale moonlight? Mike and Ed heed the call of the Bat-Signal and swing into action with a utility belt full of awesome tunes! Join them as they explore the … Continue reading →
Download Episode 108: “Isometric Jamz” here! It’s time to look at video game music from a whole new perspective! In today’s episode, Mike and Ed select their tracks exclusively from games that use an isometric viewpoint. Prepare your ears for … Continue reading →
Download Episode 107: “The Music of the PC-98” here! The PC-98 series of computers wasn’t really meant to play games. Ironically, it became the system with one of the most robust collections of it’s time. Packed with the option … Continue reading →
Download Episode 106: “4th Anniversary w/ Ryu and Snake” here! PixelTunes is officially 4 years old! Woohoo! Ed makes his return to the show and celebrates with Mike and special guest Ryu Hayabusa. Ryu’s picked some excellent VGM to share … Continue reading →
Download Episode 05: “SNES Deep Cuts” here! Uncovering unique tracks has always been a PixelTunes Radio staple, but on episode 105, we’re down-right hole punchy! Mike is joined by our guest co-host once again, Justin, as they go round … Continue reading →
Download Episode 104: “Wario” here! Aside from Bowser and Wart, Mario didn’t really have an arch nemesis…that is until Wario appeared. Since his 1992 debut as the antagonist in Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins, Wario’s anti-hero brand has … Continue reading →
Download Episode 103: “John Baker, ToeJam, Earl, and More” here! Prepare for the funky fresh style of John Baker, as Mike and previous guest co-host Brian interview the ToeJam & Earl legend himself! They also explore some other games … Continue reading →
Download Episode 102: “Final Fight with Cam Chiles” here! On today’s episode, Ed and Mike team up with special guest Cam Chiles to celebrate the Final Fight game series (and horribly mispronounce Mike Haggar’s last name in the process!) Final … Continue reading →
Download Episode 101: “Super Free Picks: Turbo Edition” here! Ed and Mike start out the “Second Century” of PixelTunes Radio with a fantastic batch of free-pick music. As is usually the case with these shows, there’s a little bit of … Continue reading →
Download Episode 100: “The 100th Episode Special Event!” here! Mike and Ed celebrate 100 episodes of PixelTunes Radio in this very special podcast featuring guest appearances, all-time favorite VGM tracks, and directors’ commentary on memorable skits. Learn what goes … Continue reading →
Download Episode 91: “Sega Saturn Around the World” here! In this bonus episode, Mike and Ed share the live audio from their VGM panel at Retroworld Expo 2017! Joining them are Rob and Pernell from Rhythm & Pixels, and … Continue reading →
Download Episode 99 Part 1: “SpookyTunes 4” here! It’s a bonafide Halloween party! On the evening before Retroworld Expo 2017, the PTR boys gathered VGM fans from far and wide: Emily from the VGM Jukebox, Pernell from Rhythm & Pixels, … Continue reading →
Download Episode 98: “Amazing Openings with Cam Werme” here! Last time Ed and Mike had Cam Werme on the show, they all showed off some of their favorite ending tunes. So when it came time for him to return, they … Continue reading →
Download Episode 97: “The Music of Ys – Volume I” here! Nihon Falcom’s Ys series follows the adventures of Adol Christin as he battles the forces of evil across countless lands. As fantastic as the games are, the music … Continue reading →
Download Episode 96: “Follin Back in Time II” here! One year after exploring composer Tim Follin’s early works on episode 69, Mike and Ed are back with the long-awaited followup! In this show, they explore the latter half of his … Continue reading →
Download Episode 95: “Remixes & Covers” here! Ed and Mike color a bit outside their usual lines today, bringing you a selection of VGM covers and remixes! Some tracks are classic tunes from well-known remixers and VGM cover bands, … Continue reading →
Download Episode 94: “Target Shooting Games” here! It’s number 94 with a bang! This time around, Mike and Ed pick music that shot straight to the top of their VGM charts… from target shooting games! Join the guys as … Continue reading →
Download Episode 93: “A Chat with Norrin_Radd” here! Today, Matt Creamer, AKA Norrin_Radd, joins Mike and Ed as guest host! The Retro City Rampage and Treasure Buster composer talks about his music writing process, the hardships of making NES … Continue reading →
Download Episode 92: “Quintet with Todd” here! Perhaps most well-known in North America for the ActRaiser and Soul Blazer series, the little development house known as Quintet went on to release some very unique titles in Japan long after … Continue reading →
Download Episode 91: “Sega Saturn Around the World” here! The Sega Saturn was a very unique machine. Practically ill-fated from the start at its surprise North American launch in 1995, gamers chose to flock instead to the more affordable and … Continue reading →
Download Episode 90: “Densetsu no Free Picks” here! On today’s show, Ed and Mike go freestyle and pick some tracks they’ve been listening to lately, and the result is a collection of really energetic and danceable tunes. Join them … Continue reading →
Download Episode 89: “Same Song Different System: Undercover Cops” here! Today’s episode is a focus on Undercover Cops, an arcade beat ‘em up developed by Irem in 1992 that was later ported to the Super Famicom in 1995. It … Continue reading →
Download Episode 88: “Fan Favorites 3 with VGMJB” here! On this extra special (and extra long) episode of PTR, Ed and Mike share yet another round of fan submissions. Joining them are the two co-hosts that perfected the craft … Continue reading →
Download Episode 87: “Yoshi!” here! Mario’s pal Yoshi has captured the hearts of Nintendo fans everywhere since his debut on the SNES back in 1991. The little green dino with the super long tongue and voracious appetite has become … Continue reading →
Download Episode 86: “Adventure Games w/ Brian” here! Adventure games have been seeing quite the revival lately, with titles like Broken Age and Thimbleweed Park calling back to the golden age of the genre, where games like The Secret of Monkey … Continue reading →
Download Episode 85: “Wild West Hoedown” here! Saddle up for our Wild West Hoedown! Rootin’ Tootin’ Shootin’ Mike and Cowpoke Ed round up some of their favorite western-themed VGM tracks in today’s show. There’s a lot of variety here, … Continue reading →
Download Episode 84: “TurboGrafx-16 & PC Engine” here! It was back in 1989 that NEC and Hudson Soft’s TurboGrafx-16 game console took North America by storm… well, maybe not by “storm.” It was more like a passing shower. But … Continue reading →
Download Episode 83: “Cadillacs & Dinosaurs” here! Imagine a world in which humans and dinosaurs coexist. Imagine that world is an amazing beat ‘em up arcade game from Capcom with rockin’ Q-Sound music. Now, imagine your favorite podcast hosts … Continue reading →
Download Episode 82: “A Chat with Matt Furniss” here! With soundtracks like Puggsy, Wiz ‘n Liz, and Alien 3 to his name, composer Matt Furniss has been recognized as one of the most unique and talented musicians to grace … Continue reading →
Download Episode “Mini 1” here! Surprise! Mike and Ed were snowed in at their respective houses, so they decided to stave off the cabin fever with a PTR Mini; a short, 4-song podcast featuring some excellent free picks and all the … Continue reading →
Download Episode 81: “Free Picks Monogatari” here! It’s Free Pick time again! Mike and Ed have dug deep this time around, sharing some of the best music they’ve discovered over the past few months. There’s a little of everything … Continue reading →
Download Episode 80: “Fan Favorites 2” here! It’s the PixelTunes Radio 3rd Anniversary Celebration! To kick off the next year of the show, Mike and Ed have taken VGM submissions from fans and friends and compiled one heck of a … Continue reading →
Download Episode 79: “Talkin’ TMNT with Cygnus Destroyer” here! Let’s kick shell! Today’s theme revolves around the Heroes on the Half Shell — The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles! Joining Mike and Ed is fellow TMNT and video game fanatic … Continue reading →
Download Episode 78: “Winter Special 3” here! It’s the most wonderful time of the year again! PixelTunes Radio is back for their 3rd annual winter special, sharing some songs that remind Mike and Ed of of the frosty weather … Continue reading →
Download Episode 77: “Tough Tunes with Cameron Chiles” here! What makes video game music sound tough? How tough is TOO tough? Why do the toughest sounding VGM tunes always feature both guitar and keyboard? These are all very tough questions. … Continue reading →
Download Episode 76: “Software Serenade – Our Favorite Tunes with Vocals” here! Video game music is predominantly instrumental. Sometimes though, a composer’s creative vision needs to be expressed through words, and that’s when vocalists are brought in to make … Continue reading →
Download Episode 75: “Bad Games, Good Friends ft. Rhythm and Pixels” here! Rob and Pernell from VGM podcast Rhythm and Pixels join the PTR guys for a show about bad games with great music. Hilarity ensues! Jam out with … Continue reading →
Download Episode 74: “SpookyTunes 3” here! Halloween is upon us, and that means it’s time for another episode of SpookyTunes! Join SpoOoOoOky Mike and the Edless Horseman as they shake the skeletons from their closets and drag out some … Continue reading →
Download Episode 73: “The Sounds of Silent Hill with @AvalancheJared” here! PTR’s spoooooky October festivities continue with a focus on one of the most disturbing series of the last decade: Silent Hill. Jared Smith from the YouTube channel Avalanche Reviews … Continue reading →
Download Episode 72: “Castlevania 3: Same Song, Different Country” here! Castlevania III: Dracula’s Curse, known as Akumajō Densetsu in Japan, was the final and most impressive Castlevania game to be released on the NES and Famicom. Most fans in North … Continue reading →
Download Episode 71: “Iku Mizutani: The Man Behind the Music” here! Iku Mizutani is well known for his fast-paced NES and Game Boy music on games like Shatterhand, Shadow of the Ninja, and Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers. He’s Mike’s favorite … Continue reading →
Download Episode 70: “Return of the Free Picks” here! It’s episode 70, so that means it’s time for a free pick show! Mike and Ed play some tunes that don’t really fit into any particular theme, but are still completely … Continue reading →
Download Episode 69: “Follin Back in Time” here! Tim Follin may be remembered for writing amazing soundtracks to titles like Silver Surfer (NES) and Rock ‘n Roll Racing (SNES), but his career as one of the most celebrated western VGM composers … Continue reading →
Download Episode 68: “Taito Arcade with Bryan” here! This week, Ed tags his Impulse Project co-host Bryan into the ring to chat about video game music! The theme of the day is Taito; specifically the history of the company … Continue reading →
Download Episode 67: “Industrial Strength VGM” here! Sure, everyone knows that Nine Inch Nails wrote the soundtrack for Quake, right? You may not know, however, that it wasn’t the first time an industrial artist has written music for a … Continue reading →
Download Episode 66: “DOOM” here! Hot on the heels of the new DOOM release, PTR is back with a scorching collection of songs from the franchise. Marvel at how far video game music has come in the last 20 … Continue reading →
Download Episode 65: “Run ‘n Gun Fun” here! Today’s theme is all about running and gunning as Mike and Ed grab their rocket launchers and head towards the enemy’s base. The playlist is exceptionally rockin’ this time around, with … Continue reading →
Download Episode 64: “Summer Jamz” here! Summer is here, and the PTR boys are spraying you down with some cool summer jams. Rap, jazz, funk, rock… it’s all in here! Hop in the car, roll down the windows, and head … Continue reading →
Download Episode 63: “Battle Clash Crescendo” here! While the SNES Super Scope went largely ignored by the gaming community in the mid-nineties, those who owned one were treated to two of the best light-gun based games on the market. … Continue reading →
Download Episode 62: “Mega Man X-travaganza” here! In 1994, Capcom unleashed Mega Man X on the SNES, revitalizing the Mega Man series and spawning an entirely new set of sequels. Keiji Inafune was at the helm, and upgraded every aspect … Continue reading →
Download Episode 61: “PTR Retro-spective” here! Join the PTR guys as they take a look back at the last 60 episodes! Mike and Ed each choose their tracks from the OTHER host’s selections from past shows, and they play some of … Continue reading →
Download Episode 60: “Free Picks Gaiden” here! It’s Episode 60, and that means it’s time for a “free pick” show! Mike and Ed both make some Sonic Mayhem (literally!) with tracks from Wild 9 and Quake 2! They picked … Continue reading →
Download Episode 59: “Star Fox” here! It’s a Star Fox PTR, just in time for the much-anticipated release of Star Fox Zero on the Wii U! Mike and Ed take a stroll through the Lylat System, visiting all of … Continue reading →
Download Episode 58: “CORE Design” here! The game development company known as CORE Design humbly began in a small Victorian house in Derby, England back in 1988. They may be best known for creating the eponymous Tomb Raider franchise, … Continue reading →
Download Episode 57: “Sega CD” here! The Sega CD (known as the Mega CD in Japan and Europe) was a device that attached to the Genesis/ Mega Drive console, and added extra processing power and huge CD-ROM storage capacity. Developers … Continue reading →
Download Episode 56: “Elemental Master” Here! TecnoSoft released Elemental Master to North American audiences in 1993 with very little fanfare. The unassuming vertical shoot ’em up wasn’t destined for retail greatness, but that doesn’t mean it was a bad … Continue reading →
Download Episode 55: “Capcom vs SNK” Here! It’s the Matchup of the Century! The PTR boys were guests on episode 49 of VGM podcast Pixelated Audio to discuss SNK vs Capcom: SVC Chaos. Now Bryan and James have joined … Continue reading →
Download Episode 54: The Music of Final Fantasy” Here! The Final Fantasy series is celebrated not only for it’s engaging characters, powerful storylines, and impressive graphics, but it’s wonderful music as well. Composers like Kenji Ito and Ryuji Sasai … Continue reading →
Download Episode 53: “Sweatin’ With the Indies Mixtape Edition” Here! This is “Episode 53: Sweatin’ with the Indies” with all the fat cut out! By popular demand, we’ve trimmed down our show into a music-only mix! So hit the … Continue reading →
Download Episode 53: “Sweatin’ With the Indies” Here! Happy New Year! Ed and Mike are pumped for what PTR has in store for 2016, and they’re starting it off with a bang. This show is a collection of fantastic … Continue reading →
Download Episode 52: “Famicom Exclusives with WiiGuy” Here! WiiGuy is back! Mike and Ed had so much fun hanging out with the NES soundtrack fanatic and retro gaming YouTuber last time that they’ve invited him to do another episode. … Continue reading →
Download Episode 51: “Winter Special 2” Here! ‘Tis the season! Winter is upon us, and Mike and Ed thaw out a new batch of chilly, wonderful ice level tunes to get you in the mood for the holidays. The also … Continue reading →
Download Episode 50: “Free Picks 2 Turbo: Hyper Fighting” Here! Round 2! Fight! Ed and Mike duke it out again with another Free Pick episode! The guys roll out some of their favorite tunes from Iku Mizutani, Alberto J. … Continue reading →
Download Episode 49: “Movie Mayhem” Here! Lights! Camera! VGM! Video games based on movies have generally garnered themselves a bad reputation. While it does seem that most of them were rushed out the door by their publishers, many of those … Continue reading →
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 →
Download Episode 47: “Spooky Tunes 2” Here! It’s SpoOOoOoOOky Tunes 2! THRILL – To a collection of monstrous VGM tracks, from ghastly composers like Alberto Jose Gonzalez, Jake Kaufman, and Naoki Kodaka! CHILL – As Mike and Ed dig their … Continue reading →
Download Episode 46: “Castlevania vol. 2 – Handhelds” Here! It’s our first show of October, and as promised 1 year ago this month, Mike and Ed are back with another podcast focusing on Castlevania! This time, the guys tackle the portable … Continue reading →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
Download Episode 30: Street Fightin’ Songs here! <– Right click and “save as” The PixelTunes guys bring out the heavy hitters in this one! Join Mike and Ed as they dish out some tunes from fighting games, and debate which … Continue reading →
Download Episode 29: Puzzling Playlist here! <– Right click and “save as” Even if you’re not a puzzle game fan, we’re sure you’ve hummed the theme to Tetris or Dr. Mario to yourself at some point. The music in puzzle games … Continue reading →
Download “Episode 28: Metroid” here! <– Right click and “Save As” The beautiful bounty hunter Samus Aran humbly began her Metroid-hunting career in 1986 on the NES. Thanks to its unique atmosphere, riveting gameplay, and Hirokazu Tanaka’s iconic score, … Continue reading →
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 →
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 →
Download “Episode 25: Winter Special” here! <– (right click and “save as”) It’s COLD outside! To ring in the New Year, Mike and Ed bring you some of their favorite wintery tracks! Battling head-colds of their own, the guys discuss … Continue reading →
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 →
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 →
Download “Episode 22: Unreleased Gems” here! <– (right click and “save as”) Join us as Aaron Hickman of Retro Obscura takes the PixelTunes guys on a journey through the seedy underbelly of video games, playing tracks from titles that never … Continue reading →
Download PixelTunes Junior: Eddie’s Faves here! <– (right click and “save as”) What does game music sound like from a kid’s perspective? Ed teams up with his 9-year-old son, Eddie, to talk about some games that both kids and adults … Continue reading →
Download Episode 21: Spooky Tunes here! <– (right click and “save as”) It’s the PixelTunes Halloween Special! Today on SpookyTunes, we bring you our favorite creepy songs from both beloved and obscure horror titles! Chatter your teeth as we enter … Continue reading →
What was your jam from Episode 20: Castlevania? Let us know below! Your votes help us pick new tracks for upcoming episodes!
Download Episode 20: Castlevania here! <– (right click and “save as”) Ghosts. Mummies. Bats. Annoying Medusa heads. No, it’s not PixelTunes Castle Basement… It’s the Castlevania series! We’re kicking off PTR Horror Month with one of the creepiest video … Continue reading →
Are you more of a classic Zelda fan, or do you like the modern titles better? Did our discussions influence your decision? Any tracks you’ve never heard before? Let us know in the comments!
–> Right click and “save as” here for the direct mp3 download <— Hot on the heels of Nintendo’s release of Hyrule Warriors, Mike and Ed bring Todd along to talk about the Legend of Zelda series! We play some … Continue reading →
Download Episode 18: Players’ Choice w/ The Players’ Score <— Right Click and “Save As” We’re thrilled and honored to have two very special guests for this episode: Kory Caldwell and Keaton Slansky! They’re putting together a video game music documentary … Continue reading →
We’d love to hear your feedback on our last episode! Which RPG Battle Track was your favorite? Feel free to add a comment below! This will help us pick more awesome tracks to play on future episodes! (Please use “other” … Continue reading →
Download Episode 17: RPG Battle Tracks Here! (Right click and “save as”) Random battles sometimes seem like a real chore in RPGs… unless the music is awesome! Mike and Ed are back with a collection of tracks that’ll keep you … Continue reading →
Download Episode 16: Viva la Indie! (MP3 – Right click and “save as…”) The PixelTunes guys are back with a sack full of indie titles! We pick our favorite tracks from our favorite games, and round off the collection with a … Continue reading →
Episode 15: Composer Yuzo Koshiro The man’s name is synonymous with game soundtracks like Streets of Rage and ActRaiser, but did you know he was composing music and developing sound programs as far back as 1986? We take a look … Continue reading →
Episode 14: The Best of Contra Drawing inspiration from epic films like Alien and Predator, the Contra series defined the run ‘n gun genre with its manic, over-the-top action and visuals. Each new entry brought equally rockin’ music along with it, … Continue reading →
Episode 13: Scott Returns! We had so much fun with Scott on our Racing Trax episode that we decided to invite him back for more! He’s picked all of our music this time around, and he’s dug some great stuff … Continue reading →
PixelTunes Radio Episode 12: Game Boy Advance #GBAwesome Sure, it wasn’t the FIRST color portable gaming system, but it was the was first one to offer a huge library of titles and a ton of great music! The Game Boy … Continue reading →
PixelTunes Radio Episode 11: Totally Game Boy! Nintendo’s portable system saw many different revisions over its run, starting with bulky monochrome devices, and evolving into sleek bodies with color displays. Composers from all over the world made its tiny little speaker … Continue reading →
PixelTunes Radio Episode 10: Ed’s Picks Ed crowns himself king of the PixelTunes Basement Castle and selects all the music this time around! Join us as he flexes his knowledge of obscure retro games, and plays some amazing tunes from … Continue reading →
PixelTunes Radio Episode 9: Racing Trax Finger perched on the accelerator button… wind in your hair… clock ticking down at the top of the screen… Racing games are always a thrilling experience, and racing soundtracks are equally intense. Join us, … Continue reading →
PixelTunes Radio Episode 8: Mike’s Picks Ed finally breaks down and lets Mike pick all of the tracks this time. The result is one fine collection of tunes! From obscure consoles like the Sharp X68000, to the old familiar NES, … Continue reading →
PixelTunes Radio Episode 7: Shmup Trax Shmups. Shooters. Shoot ’em ups. No matter what you call them, one fact is true: They showcase some of the best music that their consoles have to offer. In this episode, we find out … Continue reading →
PixelTunes Radio Episode 6: Beyond Chiptune Gaming music on CD and DVD is a glorious thing. Composers have more freedom to write however they choose, without the limitations of software chips. We’re back to bring you some of the best … Continue reading →
PixelTunes Radio Episode 5: Brian’s Tunes We’re back with Episode 5! This time out, our buddy Brian (who designed our awesome logo) plays a bunch of rad tunes for us. We talk about how everything is Zelda to Brian, Mike has … Continue reading →
PixelTunes Radio Episode 4: Sound-alikes Have you ever played a video game and thought, “Hey, that song sounds familiar?” You’re not alone! In this episode, Ed and Mike pick some tunes that sound suspiciously like songs you’d hear on the … Continue reading →
PixelTunes Radio Episode 3: Todd’s Picks Our buddy Todd drops by the PixelTunes compound to share an eclectic mix of tunes with us. We’ve got Final Fantasy, Blaster Master, Mega Man 2, and more! Also: spoof commericals for Bionic … Continue reading →
PixelTunes Radio Episode 2: Beat ’em Ups Episode 2 is all about beat ’em ups… Final Fight, Double Dragon, etc. We play some great soundtracks from this genre, and talk about some of our favorite composers from Capcom and … Continue reading →
PixelTunes Radio Episode 1 It’s Episode one of PixelTunes Radio! We discuss some of the more popular video game composers of the 8 and 16 bit eras, and play some of their more obscure tracks followed by their popular works. … Continue reading →