Its been some time since I sat down and just did a music episode without a theme and frankly its quite nice to not have to stick to any type of restriction like that. This one covered a few requests we’ve had lingering around over the years so if you have any new ones make sure you try and get them to us!
Music in this episode: Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater, Deathsmiles, Final Fantasy X, Bastion, EverQuest, Sword & Sworcery, Super Street Fighter IV, El Shaddai: Ascension of the Metatron, Pixeljunk Shooter, Afro Samurai, Torchlight, Skitchin`, Starship Amazing, Hyadain, Radiant Silvergun, inFAMOUS 2.
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Now that I’ve finally gotten around to doing another Critical Music episode, I wanted to start it off strong with doing a tribute to my favorite game developer of all time! Blizzard Entertainment has been very important to me throughout my gaming past and I wanted to share a reason why I love them so much with everyone else. I hope you all enjoy it but most of all thank you to everyone at Blizzard Entertainment for creating such wonderful games and giving me so much to play or even listen to.
Music in this episode: The Lost Vikings, Norse by Norsewest: The Return Of Lost Vikings, Rock `n Roll Racing, Blackthorne, The Death and Return of Superman, Justice League Task Force, Warcraft: Orcs & Humans, Warcraft II: Tides of Darkness, Diablo, StarCraft, Diablo II, Diablo II: Lord of Destruction, Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos, Warcraft III: The Frozen Throne, World of Warcraft, World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade, World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King, StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty.
Thank you Glenn Stafford, Russell Brower, Tracy W. Bush and all the wonderful composers in Blizzard Entertainments history!
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It’s once again time for another episode of Critical Music and this time it’s being brought to you by Greg Sewart from the one and only Player One Podcast! So far every guest on Critical Music has had a interesting idea for a theme, Greg’s is no different as he wanted to focus and share a bit about the Sega CD which I’m quite glad he has or else it probably wouldn’t have happened as I’ve never really been big on the Sega CD or really it’s music, up until now. I’d like to thank Greg for taking time out of his busy schedule and doing a episode of Critical Music and please make sure you check out the Player One Podcast.
Music in this episode: Batman Returns, Afterburner III, Robo Aleste, The Terminator, Final Fight CD, Jaguar XJ220. Ecco the Dolphin, Sonic CD, Dark Wizard, Shining Force CD, Vay, Lunar: The Silver Star, Night Trap, Road Avenger, The Amazing Spider-Man vs The Kingpin.
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Continuing the rotation of guest hosts on Critical Music brings another one I was truly excited for! On this episode we’re graced by good friend from The Gamesmen,jsslifelike who brings a nice mix of emotional tracks he’s come to love in the time he’s placed video games. One thing about this episode is, I think it’s going in the direction of where I want to take my future Critical Music episodes and show off some more emotional tracks that I love and explore tracks that got me into video game music in the first place, so thank you for that inspiration Steve.
I’d also like to thank Steve for stepping in and doing his own episode of Critical Music, please do us a favor and check out The Gamesmen who also feature video game music based on what they’re discussing on that episode of their show.
Music in this episode: Metroid Prime, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess, Super Mario Strikers Charged!, Baten Kaitos, Final Fantasy X, Kingdom Hearts, Chrono Cross, Xenogears, Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII, Wild Arms 3, Beyond Good & Evil, Castlevania 64, Phantasy Star IV.
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I’ve been thinking of what I can do with Critical Music as of late and with the guests all working on theirs I decided to throw my hat into doing another one while we wait for their work. The problem that came with that was, I couldn’t think of what to do for a new episode until faithful listener Paul suggested we do a “best of” episode of Critical Music. After some mulling over that idea, I decided I’m self righteous enough to justify it and started the process right away!
Music in this episode: Lost Odyssey, Paza, Ninja Gaiden, Uncharted, Street Fighter IV, Unreal Tournament, SSX Tricky, GripShift, Dr. Szliszka, Trash80, Start Over, Mizuki’s Last Chance, We Are Error, The Smash Brothers, The Megas, Maniac Mansion, Mellogear, Silent Hill 3, Shatter, Shadow Warrior
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As mentioned in the prior episode of Critical Music I am now on a official break from the project but that doesn’t mean it’s going to sit idle! This episode brings our first guest into the Critical Music world and it also happens to be one of my favorite all time podcaster mik from The Fanboys Lunchcast!
I’d like to thank mik for stepping in and doing a episode of Critical Music and helping us out while we take a break from the project. Please do us a favor and show him some support and check out The Fanboys because well, they’re great!
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Music can be a great thing but after awhile doing the same thing can just become a bit tiresome so with this episode of Critical Music I announce that I’ll be taking a leave of absence from the series. Don’t worry though, some amazing people have decided to step up and take Critical Music under their wing and continue the monthly releases for you!
Music in this episode: Super Street Fighter IV, Cave Story Remix Project, BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger, World of Warcraft, Prince Of Persia The Forgotten Sands, Trine, WipeOut HD Fury, Metal Gear Solid Peace Walker, Monster Hunter Tri, Super Puzzle Fighter Turbo, Super Mario Galaxy 2, House of the Dead Overkill, Red Dead Redemption, Red Dead Revolver, Raiden IV, Little King’s Story, Always (chiptune cover by Kulor)
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Well folks here it is, Kyle’s very first episode of Critical Music! I for one was excited when he first approached me about doing a episode on his own. Though it was tough putting what has always been my baby in another persons hands, I think he handled it just fine and I’m impressed with some of the tunes he chose.
Music in this episode: Eternal Darkness, Zone of the Enders 2, Final Fantasy X, Metal Gear Solid, Silent Hill 3, Mirror’s Edge, Advent Rising, Godhand, Sonic CD, Final Fantasy VIII, Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII, Demon’s Souls, God of War 3, Bayonetta.
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Two releases back to back you ask? Yes! With this being the week of PAX East I wanted to make sure I got this months Critical Music out on time and seeing as I’ll be pretty busy, I needed to get it out fairly early in the week. As I mentioned on the episode, this will probably be the least popular Critical Music to date as it’s very metal influenced and I just get the feeling that won’t fly with most people, but we’ll see.
Music in this episode: The Megas, The Minibosses, The Protomen, Powerglove, Vomitron, Entertainment System, The Advantage, NESKimos, Year 200X, Nerd Army, The Smash Brothers, Stage 3-1
Do yourself a favor and buy the albums these bands put out, they’re really good!
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This probably won’t end up on iTunes as it was merely a quick experiment that turned into nearly two hours of recording while talking to good friend of the show chiahippo. But if you want to listen to the Critical Music Live experiment then here you go.
