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Have you ever heard a piece of music in a video game which just sounded perfect, not just for the music but for the situation you first heard it in? A piece that is intrinsically linked to that moment? Well, this is what VGM Moments is all about. Each episode I'll be talking with fans of this genre of music and listening to the pieces that resonated so strongly with them; did it fit its use in the game to a tee, or was there another strong emotional attachment to the music? @vgm_moments @tan ...
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The world of video games is exciting and full of innovative music. Join Will Helliwell and Lloyd Tranter as they explore the phenomenon of games and music, from reviews and interviews to the history behind some of your favourite consoles. If you enjoy video games and their accompanying soundtracks, this is the podcast for you.
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Hello everyone. Will from ComposerCast here. Just wanted to give a quick update on the podcast. It’s currently on pause. It’s not stopped or cancelled but I’m just taking a break away from it. I have a baby arriving in January which is part of the reason of pausing the podcast. I also realised I was spreading myself a bit thin with the day job, mus…
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Interview: Elliot Callighan
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On this episode, we talked to composer and sound designer, Elliot Callighan. He has recently worked on the the music for the new Trackmania game and is also the owner of Unlock Audio, a company who provide full audio support for game developers.Kirjoittanut Elliot Callighan, Lloyd Tranter, Will Helliwell
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Our first VR interview episode! We talked to arranger, orchestrator and composer, Evan Rogers.Kirjoittanut Lloyd Tranter, Will Helliwell
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We're still in lockdown so join us for another lockdown episode of ComposerCast where Lloyd and I chat about virtual reality inside virtual reality.Kirjoittanut Lloyd Tranter, Will Helliwell
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Inside The Future?
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Join us for a special lockdown episode of ComposerCast where Lloyd and I talk to each other inside virtual reality.Kirjoittanut Lloyd Tranter, Will Helliwell
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Interview: Chris Jolley
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Episode 35 of ComposerCast. This is an interview episode where I talk to the wonderful composer and sound designer, Chris Jolley, about his audio career in games.Kirjoittanut Will Helliwell, Chris Jolley
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On this episode we talk about BlazeRush, a naughty goose and a witcher.Kirjoittanut Lloyd Tranter, Will Helliwell
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Amanita Music Part 2
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Part 2 of our talk about Amanita Design and the beautiful worlds they create.Kirjoittanut Amanita Design, Lloyd Tranter, Will Helliwell, Floex
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On this episode we talk about VR racing, the 10 year anniversary of Machinarium and give a shout-out to Music Weeklies. Join us next episode where we'll do a proper analysis of the music by Floex.Kirjoittanut Lloyd Tranter, Will Helliwell
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Making Music With Code
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On this episode we talk about VR truck driving, goblin fighting, correcting past mistakes and learning to code with music. We end with a constructive deconstruction of a video game track.Kirjoittanut Lloyd Tranter, Will Helliwell
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On this episode we try and make sense of all the game launchers that are out there competing with each other, we talk about the game From Other Suns and we breakdown some Minecraft music.Kirjoittanut Lloyd Tranter, Will Helliwell
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On this episode, Lloyd and I discuss photogrammetry, E3 and deconstruct a classic video game track.Kirjoittanut Lloyd Tranter, Will Helliwell
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Interview: Composer Denovaire
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Our guest on this episode is Deno; a classical composer, producer and artist.Kirjoittanut Lloyd Tranter, Will Helliwell
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Interview: Game Music Designer Matthew Walker
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On this episode of the podcast, we talk to the wonderful video game music designer Matthew Walker.Kirjoittanut Will Helliwell
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Constructive Deconstruction
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We delve into the future of gaming with Apple Arcade and Google Stadia before deconstructing a classic Zelda tune.Kirjoittanut Lloyd Tranter, Will Helliwell
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A Rift Between Us and Oculus
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What is the Rift S? And why does it sound just so awful? What are those start up sounds? And why do they sound just so lovely? Memes?Kirjoittanut Lloyd Tranter, Will Helliwell
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Remakes and Remasters
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Remasters, remakes, reboots and "remaster plusses"Kirjoittanut Lloyd Tranter, Will Helliwell
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History Of Video Game Music - 5th Generation Era
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The last stop in our history of video game music journey. We take a look at the 5th generation era of consoles.Kirjoittanut Lloyd Tranter, Will Helliwell
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ComposerCast 022 | History Of Video Game Music - SNES and SEGA Genesis
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On this episode, we have a look at the audio capabilities of the SNES and SEGA Genesis/Mega Drive.Kirjoittanut Will Helliwell
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ComposerCast 021 | Music And Sound In VR
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Lloyd is now the official co-host of ComposerCast! We talk about music and sound in virtual reality.Kirjoittanut Will Helliwell
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Interview: Composer Tony Manfredonia
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On this episode, I had the privilege of talking to the talented composer Tony Manfredonia.Kirjoittanut Will Helliwell
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ComposerCast 019 | History Of Video Game Music - NES and Game Boy
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On this episode, I have a look at the chiptune sounds of the NES and Game Boy and dive into the audio capabilities of both consoles.Kirjoittanut Will Helliwell
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ComposerCast 018 | Fireside Chat With Sam Whiting
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On this episode, we take a break from video game music history and sit down for a chat with my good friend Sam Whiting.Kirjoittanut Will Helliwell
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1982, the year of the Commodore 64! Let's take a look at writing music for this iconic system.Kirjoittanut Will Helliwell
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We're going right back to 1977 video game music with the Atari 2600! In this episode, I have a look at some of the limitations of that console and how music was written for it.Kirjoittanut Will Helliwell
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Music theory is one of those things a lot of musicians (I’m looking at you, guitarists) like to avoid.Kirjoittanut Will Helliwell
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I had the opportunity to attend this great talk at BAFTA HQ in London.Kirjoittanut Will Helliwell
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ComposerCast 013 | An Interview With Kingdom Come Deliverance Composers Adam Sporka And Jan Valta
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I had the great pleasure of talking with two fantastic video game composers; Adam and Jan.Kirjoittanut Will Helliwell
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I went up to London to attend an event about finding your perfect role and starting your career in the games industry.Kirjoittanut Will Helliwell
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VGM Moments S2 E4 - Mary-Kate Jiménez Wall
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For the final episode of Series 2, we're delighted to be joined by Mary Kate Jiménez-Wall - also known by her artist name Reven, singer, arranger and remixer for video game soundtracks and arrangement albums - as we discuss sailing, intimate robots and of course her stand out VGM momentsYou can find Mary Kate on Twitter @Revensings and on the web a…
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VGM Moments S2 E3 - Will Helliwell
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Episode 3 has brought another podcaster to the table, as we chat to composer Will Helliwell about composing, narrative adventure games and of course his most memorable VGM MomentsYou can find Will on Twitter @willheliwell1, on the web at https://www.williamhelliwell.co.uk/ and his Composercast show is also available on iTunesIf you'd like to get in…
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VGM Moments S2 E2 - Katie Clark
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For this season's second episode, we're joined by Katie Clark of Sold Out, as well as the leader of Final Fantasy XIV free company the Narshe Red Wings - we talk about swift melodies, cute dung beetles and enjoy five of Katie's favourite video game music momentsYou can find Katie on Twitter @kaydeesauce, and you can find the Narshe Red Wings @Narsh…
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ComposerCast 011 | Music Reflecting Narrative
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Episode 11 is here and I'm really happy to have my first American guest on the show!Kirjoittanut Will Helliwell
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This is another short episode, recorded in the car and inspired by my lack of focus.Kirjoittanut Will Helliwell
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ComposerCast 009 | Social Games With Lloyd
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This episode is a casual chat between me and Lloyd.Kirjoittanut Will Helliwell
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The great thing about being in the office over the holidays is it's super quiet so I can do more podcast episodes like this!Kirjoittanut Will Helliwell
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DorkTunes Episode 36 - Noob & Will Helliwell
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The brand new episode of DorkTunes for your listening pleasure! This time, we have a guest presenter standing in for Andy, so please do make him welcome. New episode in two weeks too, where we are chatting to a very exciting guest.Kirjoittanut Gamestyle
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DorkTunes Episode 20
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Our interview with Jessica curry from The Chinese RoomKirjoittanut Gamestyle
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