One of the more unusual winners at last night’s Grammys were the 8-Bit Big Band, who picked up the Best Arrangement ...
The winner of the prestigious grand prize was the soundtrack of an indie game, the Urban Myth Dissolution Center Original ...
That bright, bouncy groove is more than catchy. It matches the physics, the run-and-jump rhythm of Mario’s pixelated ...
Ominous washes of synth, glints of piano, a mournful melody: “Phenandra Drifts” is perfect scene-setting for a video game ...
Billboard Japan spoke with Norihiro Fukuda and Natsuko Kaneko about Bandai Namco Game Music, the music label operated by the Bandai Namco Group.
Since the earliest days of gaming, music has helped create a sense of immersion and worldbuilding. From composer Koji Kondo’s Super Mario Bros. theme, to the infectious earworm of Tetris’ “Korobeiniki ...
What makes a video game great? You could say the gameplay, or the graphics, or even the community, and all would be valid answers. But one of the lesser acknowledged aspects of video games is the ...
As a proud member of the Having to Listen to Just the Right Music When I Work Club, soundtracks are my ally — but video game soundtracks are my best friend. And sometimes, a game soundtrack slaps so ...
Video game music is a powerful tool that sets the tone, builds tension, and enhances emotions. Whether it’s creating a serene atmosphere or heightening the intensity of a battle, soundtracks are ...
When we think about the most iconic gaming moments, it’s not just the graphics or gameplay that come to mind. It’s the soundtracks that have left an indelible mark on our memories. As someone who’s ...
Somewhere between the bleeps of Pac-Man and the orchestral swells of The Last of Us, video game music stopped being ...