Super Marcato Bros. Video Game Music Podcast

It’s Part 2 of Karl & Will’s focus on drums in VGM! For this second part, the guys share some outstanding tracks featuring real, performed drums. They also present a special, in-depth segment that provides some additional insight and context about the drums. Enjoy!

 In this hard-hitting first of a two-parter, Karl & Will explore some VGM tracks that feature outstanding drums! For part 1, the guys focus on fake drums, from the NES all the way to the Gamecube. Also, friend of the show Becca (@flootiful) stops by for an intermission segment about music education and VGM! Enjoy!

In this laidback and conversational episode, Karl & Will catch up and talk about what's been going on with their lives lately, chat about an exciting 2022 video game they're super excited about, and answer a handful of listener questions. Enjoy!

 In this episode, Karl & Will revisit some of the best VGM ever composed: Castlevania 1-3 on the NES! Enjoy!

Marcato Radio returns! In this special installment, the first half of the playlist consists of VGM picks from the discord community, and the second half consists of original tracks by a handful of talented marcato fam composers! Enjoy!

 In this episode, Karl & Will return to their classic format to spotlight on the amazing new score to Kirby and the Forgotten Land! The guys discuss how this delightful score balances continuing the classic Kirby aesthetic while exploring some new sounds and styles as well. Enjoy!

 In this very special episode, Karl & Will share some insights and tips on composition! Will shares a segment about melody, Karl shares a full recorded documentation of his process of composing a tune, and composer and arranger Tyler Mire stops by for an intermission chat. Enjoy!

 In this casual episode, Karl, Will & Marty reflect on the previous weekend at VGM CON 2022 and all the fun that was had! The guys share a few tastes of some killer performances, and also a few marcato fam members pop in to share their highlights as well!

 In this unique and contrasting episode, Karl & Will dive deep into ONE piece of video game music! They explore one of their favorite tracks, Rockman & Forte's "Cold Man", and its theory, structure, implementation, groove and more. Also, Marty drops in for a fun segment as well! Enjoy!

 In this nostalgic and fun episode, Karl & Will present the first installment of a series called Discord Discotheque! These episodes feature playlists consisting of tracks suggested by the Marcato Discord community! The theme of this installment is 90s! Also, Bedroth stops by for a fun intermission segment about the TurboGrafx. Enjoy!

 In this exciting and momentous new episode, Karl & Will dive into the music of the long-running, beloved yet quirky Sonic series! The guys explore some musical highlights of the Sonic games, as well as take a more in-depth look at a few key facets of the series, and some friends even drop by to share their insights as well. Enjoy the first episode of a new era!

 The Bros have returned! Just a few days after their 10th Anniversary! In this exciting transitional episode, Karl & Will discuss a bit more about the future direction of the podcast, present a Greatest Hits 2021 montage and track of the year, and share a few awesome tracks the other hasn't heard. Enjoy!

It's the 500th Episode of the Super Marcato Bros. Video Game Music Podcast!! Unbelievable! Karl & Will present a fittingly massive celebration to honor the past ten years of the podcast, their partnership, and the amazing community they've fostered. Enjoy memories and discussion, a game, chats with a couple of very special guests, segments from the fam, and much more! Thank you to everyone who has supported the show over the past ten amazing years. Here's to the next chapter!

 It's time for another installment of Original Showcase! These episodes,  done once a season, are when the guys share their own original music they have composed for various projects and albums. Enjoy an eclectic mix of music by the Super Marcato Bros!

 In this very exciting and special episode, Karl & Will for the second time share an awesome playlist of...Non VGM that fans of VGM would love! This collection of hidden gems was the result of weeks of rabbit hole diving, and is sure to put a smile on your face. Enjoy!

 In this exciting episode, Karl & Will focus on the masterful and unique music of Landstalker! This Genesis score, composed by Motoaki Takenouchi, is one of the most impressive the system ever saw. Enjoy some cream of the crop 16-bit era VGM! 

 In this delightful episode, Karl & Will spotlight on 2 scores that came out in 2020 that had amazing contributions from none other than Jake "virt" Kaufman! For some reason, these scores flew under the radar, but there is some ridiculously awesome VGM here. Enjoy! 

 It's time for another installment of Marcato Radio! Once again, it's another non-stop collection of outstanding video game music. Some tracks you've heard before, and some you have not. Enjoy!

 It's time for another installment of Show & Tell! Karl & Will each bring in their own playlist of tracks that the other hasn't heard. And in Show & Tell fashion, they duke it out in order to decide the track of the week. Enjoy an excellent, diverse collection of VGM! 

 For the last week on Nintendo Month, Karl & Will take a look at the whole Super Mario series and play some overlooked tracks that, for whatever reason, have never been played on the show before! Enjoy some less-appreciated but outstanding music from this beloved series!