Jump in and explore the music of Super Mario Bros, in all of its 8-bit glory. We discuss the surprising power of video game music, the technology and innovation that drove it, and the creative process that led to this 1985 classic.
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Middle-Earth Sound Design: an Interview with David Farmer (Part II)
Part 2 of our interview with The Lord of the Rings sound designer David Farmer. We discuss the sounds of the Balrog, the Ents, and other various creatures across all three films. David also describes his technical workflow, and speaks with great fondness about the many months he ... Show More
37m 52s
Aug 2023
The Legend of Zelda: Tones of the Kingdom
The original Zelda game featured three melodies that would come to define the franchise: the Secret Unlocked Sound, the Treasure Chest sound, and the classic Zelda theme. Throughout the series, these melodies have been transformed again and again. Each version reflects the hardwa ... Show More
30m 31s
Nov 2023
Tune Tech: Distortion, sequencers, Auto-Tune, and more
From electric guitars to samplers to drum machines and beyond, the music we love is only possible thanks to the technology used to create it. In many ways, the history of popular music is really a history of technological innovation. In this episode, we partnered with BandLab to ... Show More
25m 33s
Mar 2024
Eternal Sunshine of Ariana Grande's Mind
Sidestep the gossip and focus on the music in Ariana Grande’s latest album Eternal Sunshine. The music is an exercise in nostalgia: 70s Disco, 90s R&B, and 00s pop and dance music. As she moves through the musical past, her lyrics tear through past relationship. But it's the way ... Show More
44m 52s
Dec 2023
Mario Z - Ash - Supra Riddim (Club Edit 2024)
"Embark on an exhilarating sonic journey with my remix of Ash's 'Supra Riddim' This larger-than-life reinterpretation elevates the original track to new dimensions, weaving a tapestry of pulsating beats, captivating melodies, and innovative soundscapes. The fusion of Ash's infect ... Show More
3m 53s
Apr 2024
Mario Z Feat Mentissa Mamma Mia (Club Edit)
As the music builds and the energy intensifies, Mario Z effortlessly transports listeners to a euphoric state, where worries fade away and only the music matters. With its infectious hooks and seamless transitions, this remix has all the makings of a dancefloor favorite, guarante ... Show More
3m 42s