Rhythm and Pixels Video Game Music Podcast

Episode 39-8 Music for Private Investigations and Gumshoes

Rob Nichols — Wed, 27 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000

It was storming outside when the podcast walked into my office. We’re celebrating the new game Mouse P.I. for Hire, and REALLY celebrating the music by composer Patryk Scelina! So we’re looking at detective games, and shooters! Mixing it up and putting it in an old Mickey Mouse cartoon!

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R&P Chat 39-8 Pernell B. Jordan and Rob’s movie watchlist

Rob Nichols — Fri, 22 May 2026 20:08:10 +0000

Welcome to Rhythm & Pixels! But before we listen to music and talk about old Simpsons episodes, let’s chat! Literally, we need to sit down and have a talk. We chat about shows we’re watching, and cool movies we’re looking forward to seeing. And then we try to convince each other to watch stuff! It’s the chat episode!

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Episode 39-7 Puppets with ModalModule

Rob Nichols — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000

The R&P crew are back at it again with another weird topic and great video game music! This time it’s all about puppets! Characters who are puppets, and characters who control other characters. This is a common theme in many games, and you just know Rob had a hard time not picking exclusively from Muppets games. So you get one, and it’s probably the best oneIt was very close!

Play Decline’s Drops on Steam! https://store.steampowered.com/app/1500180/Declines_Drops/

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R&P Chat 39-7 Decline’s Drops, Monikers and Mega Man with ModalModule!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:15:28 +0000

Why do we love Mega Man games so much? How do we get our online aliases? And do we keep them forever? These are the big questions we're asking with our very special guest: The composer for the new indie game Decline's Drops, ModalModule! Mr. Module talks about his history with gaming, the internet, and then gives some Saturn game recommendations to Rob!

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The Morning Rush – Ep 8 with Rob

Rob Nichols — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000

It's April, and here at Rhythm & Pixels HQ that can only mean one thing: vampire hunting season has begun! Don't forget to where your high-vis gear and necklace of garlic! Keeping you company on your drive home is your favorite host, Radical Rob! We're trying out names this month, do you like it? Maybe not this one, we'll try harder! Let's RUSH!

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The Morning Rush – Ep 7 with Pernell

Rob Nichols — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000

Buckle your seatbelt and check your rearview mirror, because it's time to drive baby! You may be thinking about a nice leisurely drive to work this morning, but we promise that will not be the case after listening to Pernell's MORNING RUSH! Speed cameras, who cares! We've got the Falcom Soundteam keeping you safe as you Tokyo-Drift your way to great day!

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Episode 39-6 Luck o’ the Gamers

Rob Nichols — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000

It’s a little late, but we’re celebrating St. Patrick’s day sort-of with an episode based on luck! That means every word Pernell says is determined from a dice roll! We speak sandwich tomorrow La-Mulana skittles! But really we’re digging into games where luck, or what sometimes feels like luck, plays a huge part of the gameplay. But Rob got lazy and looked at casino games. We hope you enjoy the jams!

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R&P Chat 39-6 Our 5 Year Gaming Plan

Rob Nichols — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 13:58:57 +0000

Over here, we saved a seat for you! Right here, between Rob and Pernell. We hope you don't mind we're chatting through the previews! We get a little nostalgic for the kid-adventures and antics we had growing up in the 90s, and Pernell puts together a list of games he wants to finish over the next 5 years. Got any ideas for him? Rob has been watching a lot of movies lately, so we talk a whole bunch about Wes Anderson for some reason. Listener has entered the chat, we'll see YOU at the movies!

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Episode 39-5 It’s Good To Be Black

Rob Nichols — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000

What’s good! We’re celebrating Black History Month on Rhythm and Pixels by showcasing some of our favorite examples of black representation in games! This one’s special because we’ve got music ranging from the Atari age all the way up to the current(ish) retro era! We chat about our favorite Pokemon gym leader music, fighting game characters, and who Pernell’s first video game crush is!

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R&P Chat 39-5 Now Playing!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 15:28:42 +0000

Rob and Pernell have entered the chat! Welcome back to the place where two friends catch up a little bit and talk about games, music, and life. It’s the Rhythm & Pixels Chat! This year marks our 10th year of the show, and we are celebrating all year long! This week we’re talking about our favorite guests and friends we’ve made along the way. We also analyze our nostalgia for retro games, retro game music, and our history with MAGFest. Thanks for coming out, let’s chat!

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The Morning Rush – Ep 6 with Rob!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Playback access to this podcast is restricted to cars with blast processing under the hood. You dig? This week Rob is pumping out the Genesis and Mega Drive JAMS that you may or may not have heard about. You have a fever,and this doctor’s prescription is some of the greatest music composed on an FM synthesizer piped directly to your ears!

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The Morning Rush – Ep 5 with Pernell!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Still out there driving on those treacherous icy roads? Plowing through the snow to get to hoagiefest? Pernell has got the video game music to heat up your morning drive! Turn up the jams, get your hands on 10 and 2, and let’s RUSH!

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Episode 39-4 Our Year In Games for 2025

Rob Nichols — Wed, 28 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Kick back with Rob and Pernell as we look back at all the great games of 2025! We listen to music from our favorites, and the games we wanted to play but didn’t get to. Okay let’s be real, Rob didn’t get to any of them because he was too busy with a full year attempting to 100% Balatro. We’re celebrating not just a full year of the show, but TEN years of the podcast! Every month we’re bringing something special to the show, and this week is guaranteed to make you smile! We hope you like it!

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R&P Chat 39-4 Retro Retrospective\

Rob Nichols — Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000

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The Morning Rush – Ep 4 with Rob!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Rob is here to make your rush-hour return to work an intergalactic-out-of-this-world adventure! With keyboard solos! Go ahead, take your hands off the wheel and do that 8-minute keytar solo! Let Rhythm and Pixels take YOU for a ride!

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The Morning Rush – Ep 3 with Pernell!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000

It's a new year, but it's the same old morning commute. Boring old cars, no power ups, no mushrooms, no speed boosts. Why not give yourself a speed boost with some rocking tunes? Pernell is ringing in the new year with tunes from some of his favorite games he played in 2025! A little hint at this month's next episode topic!

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Episode 39-3 A Very Special Holiday Special

Rob Nichols — Wed, 24 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000

It’s an annual tradition for Rhythm and Pixels to sit around the fire and share our favorite ice-cold video game jams! Ice! Snow! Mr. Freeze! And all things cold and chilly in between are making up this week’s video game music picks! Enjoy the tunes!

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R&P Chat 39-3 Games and Food of the Year

Rob Nichols — Wed, 17 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Oh the weather outside is frightful. But the fire is OH MY GOD THE FIRE! PUT THE PODCAST OUT! PUT THE PODCAST OUT!!! PLEASE FOR THE LOVE OF... oh it’s okay! Ha! It’s just another great episode of Rhythm and Pixels Chat with Rob and Pernell! Oh, I can’t stay mad at you.

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The Morning Rush – Ep 2 with Rob!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 10 Dec 2025 15:23:19 +0000

Traffic got you down? Stuck behind 3 vans and a school bus and you just want to LOSE YOUR MIND? Put on this show, crank up the volume, and roll your windows down because Rhythm and Pixels is here to improve your daily commute!

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The Morning Rush – Ep 1 with Pernell!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 03 Dec 2025 14:58:31 +0000

Tired of sitting in traffic? Bored with the same old radio? Let Pernell take control of your radio and bring you the greatest video game music to brighten your day! IT’S TIME FOR THE MORNING RUSH!

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Episode 39-2 Six and Seven (it was bound to happen)

Rob Nichols — Wed, 26 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Creating fun nonsense words to confuse an older generation is a time-honored tradition, especially on the internet. Today we’re diving into games and music that makes us feel like we’ve lost “it”, or maybe still have “it”. Whatever “it” could be, there is definitely a history of silly slang words used in video games. And that fire is going to be badder than a drip off the radical skibidi thang, you dig?

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R&P Chat 39-2 Game Collections and Online Discourse, What Could Possibly Go Wrong?

Rob Nichols — Wed, 19 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Do you remember the days when you used to sit down, listen to a podcast, and walk away feeling like you really learned something? Rob and Pernell are sitting down listening to great music and chatting about Halloween candy, what to do with an old game collection, and how to (and how not to) critique games online. So, maybe you’ll learn something?

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Episode 39-1 Spookyfest 2025 pew-pew!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 15 Oct 2025 09:00:00 +0000

Spooky sounds of Halloween fill the air on this very October episode of R&P! We've also got some sick Konami jams, and other cool music! Join us!

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R&P Chat 39-1 Horrors, Thrillers, and Sad Video Game Tie-Ins

Rob Nichols — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000

On this twisted episode of R&P Chat, we’re talking about horror movies, thrillers, and terrible video games! We also play a silly quiz that will test your video game and horror movie knowledge! Join us!

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Episode 38-10 Sitcom Theme Songs with Hammock!

Rob Nichols — Tue, 02 Sep 2025 00:41:19 +0000

This week, on a very special episode of Rhythm & Pixels, Pernell learns an important lesson on chill, vgm, and helps his friend Hammock out of a serious situation. And don’t forget to stay tuned for a laugh-filled episode of Family Matters right after! And then, the local news at 9.

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Episode 38-9 Get Crafty!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 13 Aug 2025 09:00:00 +0000

Just a few more podcast episodes, a little wood, and add some rare drops from forest enemies, and we can finally make an upgrade for our base!

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R&P Chat 38-9 Random Random Revolution

Rob Nichols — Wed, 06 Aug 2025 09:00:00 +0000

Welcome back to another fine episode of R&P Chat! Want to hang in the studio with Rob and Pernell without all that pesky music listening formatting? Well this is the show for you! We're talking about games we've been playing, board games on deck, and the shows and movies that are on our TVs!

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Episode 38-8 Oops! All Bonus Rounds with Chris from Gameable Audio!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 09 Jul 2025 13:31:57 +0000

This week we’re celebrating all things remixed and covered with Chris from the Gameable Audio podcast!

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R&P Chat 38-8 Hoagies, Subs, and Other Jawns

Rob Nichols — Wed, 02 Jul 2025 13:07:53 +0000

Chris from Gameable Audio joins us to chat about game music, board games, and what makes a great VGM remix! We also read your emails on the air. DIdn't think we'd do that, did you?

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Episode 38-7 One-off RPGs with Chris Wisner!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 21 May 2025 09:00:00 +0000

Video game RPGs are full of sequels, probably the most amount of sequels of any other genre. But what of those games time forgot? The games that were maybe so good a sequel wasn’t made? Or maybe too good for a sequel? We’re listening to music from RPG one-offs this week with our good friend Chris Wisner! (Musashi219 on Twitch)

Chris is taking part in RPG Limit Break, an event benefiting the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Please consider donating and check them out during the event! It starts May 18th and goes on through the 24th. More information over at https://rpglimitbreak.com

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R&P Chat 38-7 Limit Breaking 2: Electric Boogaloo with Chris Wisner!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 14 May 2025 14:40:42 +0000

It’s like a fireside chat, except we’re concerned about fire and we only talk about video games. And sometimes soup, and sometimes what Pernell is drinking during the podcast. Which is usually soup. Joining us in the hot (not quite on fire) seat this week is none other than THE WISE GUY himself: Chris Wisner! Musashi219 on Twitch! We’re chatting about our favorite RPG memories, video game conventions, and more!

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Episode 38-6 In Concert with the NJGSO!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 16 Apr 2025 09:00:00 +0000

Welcome back to the best place for great video game music! Joining us again this week we have Alyssa and Victoria from the New Jersey Gamer Symphony Orchestra! We listen to their performances and chat about the arrangements, the games, and their plans to replace the conductor’s baton with Cloud’s Buster-Sword!

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R&P Chat 38-6 New Jersey Gamer Symphony Orchestra

Rob Nichols — Wed, 09 Apr 2025 09:00:00 +0000

It’s time for another edition of R&P Chat, welcome back to the studio! Joining us today, rippin’ it like a Beyblade, are members of the New Jersey Gamer Symphony Orchestra! Alyssa Menes, musical director, and Victoria Holmes, social media director, are here to chat about their love of games, music, and performing with their orchestra!

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Episode 38-5 Super Smash Bros.

Rob Nichols — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 09:00:00 +0000

We are continuing the love for all things Smash Bros. by focusing this week’s episode entirely on the series! Putting so much good music and history into just one episode is challenging, but you know we are up for it! So grab some friends, some controllers, and let’s have smashing good time!

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R&P Chat 38-5 Smash Bros. Live!

Rob Nichols — Fri, 14 Mar 2025 13:14:41 +0000

This week on the show we have some very special guests! Straight from the NYC, we've got Robin and Hari from Smash Bros. Live! Not only do they organize Smash Bros. events, they perform the music live along with the action!

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Episode 38-4 Celebrating Black History Month

Rob Nichols — Wed, 19 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000

This week on the show we’re showcasing black composers, black developers, and black game characters. No longer just one-dimensional characters in classic games, there are a number excellent black-owned game development studios and musicians. Tune in to learn more, and listen to some great music!

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R&P Chat 38-4 Classic Oatmeal and Classic Video Games

Rob Nichols — Wed, 12 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Welcome back, it’s good to see you! Come hang with us as we chat about everything from good food, to good games! Pernell reminisces about a DDR player called Nugget, Rob describes the joy and pain of Hollow Knight, and we dip our toes into next week’s topic. All that and more in this week’s Rhythm and Pixels chat!

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Episode 38-3 Three Course Meal with XVGM Radio!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 22 Jan 2025 10:00:00 +0000

We’re goofing off with Mike and Justin from XVGM Radio, serving up a full meal of awesome video game JAMS!

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R&P Chat 38-3 New Year’s Party with XVGM Radio!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 15 Jan 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Ah! Real Monsters! Fanny packs! Rare hot-chocolate flavors! Rob and Pernell celebrate the new year with conversation about games, cartoons, and just about everything else in between. Joining us on the show is Mike and Justin from the award-winning VGM podcast XVGM Radio!

Episode 38-2 Gift Giving: Jamz Edition with Chris Taylor!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 18 Dec 2024 10:00:00 +0000

It's that wonderful time of year again! Let's get together with our loved ones and exchange some sweet video game JAMS! Chris Taylor joins us again to rock out with some JRPG tunes and stories!

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R&P Chat 38-2 Mega Man and Other Cartoons with Chris Taylor

Rob Nichols — Wed, 11 Dec 2024 10:00:00 +0000

This week in the chat, Rob and his hill-giant friend are hanging with their buddy Chris Taylor! We’re talking about classic cartoons, like Dennis the Menace and Mega Man. I wonder if there’s a way to combine the two... Rob also tells Pernell, and suggests to the listeners, TO CLEAN YOUR VIDEO GAME CONSOLES!

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Episode 38-1 The 90s with Cam from the Mad Gear!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 20 Nov 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Let’s get back to the 90s: hip hop, grunge music, baggy clothes, and the 1992 Olympic Dream Team. But actually, let’s talk about video game music, and what makes us happy reminiscing about the 90s! Cameron from the Mad Gear (the baddest VGM cover band in Metro City) is with us asking the REAL QUESTIONS: Where did Michael Jordan learn to magically harness the elements into his basketballs to save the Chicago Bulls? Where did Aerosmith get all those CD’s to fight terrorists? We may not have the answers to all these questions, but we got some serious jams!

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R&P Chat 38-1 Game Console Attractiveness

Rob Nichols — Wed, 13 Nov 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Welcome to the chat! Rob and Pernell kick off this month chatting about music, Nintendo, and next week’s topic: The Nineties! We also spend way too much arguing over the ugliest game console design. Will it remain the PS5? Pernell doesn’t think so! Also, listener emails! Let’s dive in!

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Episode 37-10 Spooky Cozy

Rob Nichols — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000

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R&P Chat 37-10 Cozy and Scary

Rob Nichols — Wed, 16 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Episode 37-9 The Return!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 18 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000

This month, we celebrate returning video game franchises with memorable music tracks, showcasing diverse musical styles! Join us in enjoying and singing along to these iconic game soundtracks.

R&P Chat 37-9 The Return!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000

It's so good to be back! After a long hiatus, the Super R&P Bros. have returned to the microphones to bring you the very best in video game music! And this time it's personal.

Episode 37-8 Our Games of 2023

Rob Nichols — Wed, 17 Jan 2024 16:41:48 +0000

Rob and Pernell look back on their favorite games of 2023, and the games they would’ve liked to have played that came out in 2023! Things run a little late for Rob towards the end of the show, so this is a big win for those of you who look forward to the sleepy-Rob character. Just one of the characters in the detailed world of the Rhythm and Pixelsverse!

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Episode 37-7 Podcastiversary 8!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 10:00:00 +0000

Music, games, fun, and friendship! We countdown our top 10 favorite tracks of the year, talk about our favorite episodes, favorite moments, and read letters from our listeners. Join us in celebrating 8 years of the podcast!

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Bonus Beats 17: Tennis!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 13 Dec 2023 16:14:55 +0000

We've found that tennis is one of the few sports games that all players enjoy! Something about it's one-on-one, or doubles, competitive nature can make it as exciting as a fighting game! And with that, we bring you the ultimate playlist of Tennis video game music!

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Episode 37-6 Field Day

Rob Nichols — Wed, 22 Nov 2023 10:00:00 +0000

Lace up those sneakers and grab some orange-wedges because it's a Rhythm and Pixels Field Day! This week we celebrate the three-legged, wheel-barrow, and potato-sack races with some fantastic sports music. We also have a lengthy discussion about the similarities of The Golden Girls and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles for some reason. Enjoy!

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Episode 37-5 Fall Flavors

Rob Nichols — Wed, 15 Nov 2023 10:00:00 +0000

Episode 37-4 Pokemon Remembrance

Rob Nichols — Wed, 25 Oct 2023 09:00:00 +0000

We’re back again talking about Pokemon this week in remembrance of a good friend and good person who has left us much too soon. As a fellow member of the East Coast Pokemon League, Pernell wants to present to you a selection of excellent Pokemon music and memories in honor of this great person. Rob also has some Pokemon questions that will go forever unanswered. We hope you enjoy it!

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Podcast Rewind 2-10 Sports Games!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 18 Oct 2023 09:00:00 +0000

I can't believe this was nearly 6 years ago and we haven't done another Sports themed episode! Granted, we don't exactly play a lot of sports games, but Rob did back in the 16-bit generation! Listen in as we talk about golf games, racing games, and just how amazing is that F1 song on the NES. It's too good!

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Episode 37-3 Sharing Games with Friends

Rob Nichols — Wed, 11 Oct 2023 09:00:00 +0000

This week’s topic is all about sharing great music and great games with your friends! We get some amazing track suggestions from our listeners, and talk about memories, games, movies, and more!

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Podcast Rewind! 1-9 Shopping!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 04 Oct 2023 09:00:00 +0000

In the first "World" of our podcast, we were still finding our footing. Asking ourselves: "What makes the greatest podcast in the world work? And how we can do just the opposite of that?" Our answers still revolve around sharing great video game music, and the results are the same: fame around the world and all the gummy-bears Pernell can eat!

This throwback episode is all about great shopping music in video games! Menu music, really. But you know you've spent way more time than you care to admit choosing between an extra potion, or that fancy new sword!

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Episode 37-2 Get By With a Little Help

Rob Nichols — Wed, 27 Sep 2023 09:00:00 +0000

We’ve all been there, stuck in a video game. Maybe for a short while, maybe for weeks, maybe even for years! Who do you call? This week on the show we’re trading stories of GameFAQs and support groups we consulted that enhanced our experience! There’s also a lengthy tangent on video rental stores, for some reason.

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Podcast Rewind! 3-3 Rhythm Games

Rob Nichols — Wed, 20 Sep 2023 09:00:00 +0000

We're setting the way-back machine for 2016 for when we first talked about rhythm games! Rob and Pernell's friendship was forged the fires of rhythm gaming, so it's natural they would have a lot to say about it! We tried to cover rhythm games from all over the spectrum, and not just things like DDR and Guitar Hero.

Podcast Rewind is our chance to highlight favorite episodes that can't be found on our feed anymore. It's also a way to allow us to catch up on life :) We're planning on getting back to weekly new episodes, but until then, enjoy the rewind!

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Episode 37-1 The Games We Miss

Rob Nichols — Wed, 13 Sep 2023 09:00:00 +0000

We’re getting super nostalgic this week as we long for all the games and characters we love and would love to see again! Our show is a special live Patreon episode, so all our tracks and testimonials are picked by our listeners! Also on this show, look out for Rob’s “Video Game Easter Egg” quiz! Which is really just an excuse to try and make Pernell laugh.

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Podcast Rewind! 2-7 Beat’em Ups

Rob Nichols — Wed, 23 Aug 2023 13:43:20 +0000

We're headed back to 2016 where Rob and Pernell first listen to some awesome beat'em up games! More than just Ninja Turtles, the genre has had some fantastic, and fantastically strange, games during it's time. Enjoy the throwback episode and see you next week for a fresh new episode!

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Episode 36-10 Cats! with @ChelWongAudio

Rob Nichols — Wed, 16 Aug 2023 09:00:00 +0000

Protagonists, antagonists, adorable chaos. Call them what you will, but people are obsessed with their cats. And of course you put a cat in a video game and that’s it we need to play it! We’re talking about all things feline in this week’s show! And you know us, we’re talking about loads of things inbetween. And you can blame that on this week’s guest, Chel Wong!

Pre-order Whisker Squadron: Survivor here! https://store.steampowered.com/app/2140100/Whisker_Squadron_Survivor/

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Podcast Rewind! 1-7 Ys

Rob Nichols — Wed, 09 Aug 2023 09:00:00 +0000

We're taking some time to look back at some classic episodes that have fallen off our feed! This week we're revisiting Ys! Enjoy the classic show!

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Episode 36-9 The Return

Rob Nichols — Wed, 02 Aug 2023 09:00:00 +0000

You aren’t dreaming, this is a new episode in your feed! Of course, if your dream is to have more of the best video game music podcast content on your phone, then we’ve got you. If your dream is to ride a pegasus into a rainbow with badass explosions behind you? You know what, we’ll get to work on that too. We’ll do our best! This week on the show we’re chatting about the games we’ve been playing, what’s been on our minds, and how Double Dragon for the NES sounds like a James Brown song! I FEEL GOOD!

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Episode 36-8 Turn-Based Battles with Chris Wisner!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 14 Jun 2023 09:00:00 +0000

This week on the show we’re patiently waiting our turn to attack your ears with great music! We talk about the history of RPGs, turn-based battles, and the long-running Anime Central panel: The Turn-Based Critics! Joining our party is friend, listener, and member of the group Chris Wisner/Musashi219/The Wise Guy!

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Episode 36-7 Level Up!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 31 May 2023 09:00:00 +0000

We’ve spent the past 7 years grinding for podcast XP (PXP) and it’s time to spend those points and LEVEL UP! With some more podcasting! Our episode today is all about the “Level Up” mechanic used in games! This episode was recorded live for our Patreon members, and all the music we’re listening to was suggested by our listeners, it was a fantastic time!

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Episode 36-6 Edutainment

Rob Nichols — Wed, 17 May 2023 09:00:00 +0000

It’s the 90s and we can’t just play games to have fun, we need to be learning stuff too! Dinosaurs with asthma? Spelling dark magic spells? Time travel and typing? We’ve got it all here!

Also on this week’s show we review 2 new board games: Bloc by Bloc by Out of Order Games, and Wormholes by Peter McPherson!

https://outlandishgames.com/

https://www.alderac.com/wormholes/

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Episode 36-5 More Mario with Mustin!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 03 May 2023 09:00:00 +0000

How many more Marios can you handle? If you said “one more episode”, then we are relieved! This week we’re taking a second look at some beloved Mario (and Wario) games! Joining us on this journey is former guest and founding member of The One Ups, Mustin!

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Episode 36-4 Mario Madness!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 19 Apr 2023 09:00:00 +0000

To celebrate the new Mario movie, we’re going mad for all things Mario! Listeners to the show submitted Mario and Mario-adjacent music that we think you’re going to love. I mean, just listen to the first track of the show, the best 90s R&B jam about typing that we’ve ever heard!

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Episode 36-3 Plants with Chris from Gameable Audio!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 05 Apr 2023 09:00:00 +0000

What’s better than a salad? Nothing! HA! This week on the show we’re showcasing music from games that feature memorable plants! Joining us on this journey is Chris from the podcast Gameable Audio!

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Episode 36-2 Wildcard’n Out!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 22 Mar 2023 09:00:00 +0000

Our schedule change has given us more time for games and music, which we’re sharing with you! There are some great tunes here, and if you’re interested in starting a new game why not check out one of these! Also, Pernell hums a 90s R&B song that we just can’t quite place it. Let us know if you can figure it out!

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Episode 36-1 Your 4 in February!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 08 Mar 2023 10:00:00 +0000

Every February we send out a challenge to break through your game backlog! Can you finish 4 games during the shortest month of the year? Our listeners were up to the challenge and sent us their favorite music selections from the games they finished!

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Episode 35-10 VGM Podcast Tribute

Rob Nichols — Wed, 22 Feb 2023 10:00:00 +0000

R&P pay tribute to a few of their favorite VGM podcasts with a few special parody segments! Lots of laughs and great music!

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Episode 35-9 Metroidvania Games

Rob Nichols — Wed, 15 Feb 2023 10:00:00 +0000

It’s not quite a Metroid, and not quite a Castlevania, but oh man is it full of action and exploration! Rob and Pernell attempt to define the genre for themselves, and find a treasure-trove of incredible music!

Joining us on the show are the boyz from T-Boyz table, Isaac and Terrance, to talk about their new game Pocket Spades!

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35-8 New Years Gaming Resolutions

Rob Nichols — Wed, 01 Feb 2023 10:00:00 +0000

This week on the show we asked our listeners to share their new year’s video game resolutions! We also resolved to say yes to as many (fake) baked-in advertisements as we could fit in the show! Gotta make that MONEY!

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Episode 35-7 MAGFest Reflections

Rob Nichols — Wed, 18 Jan 2023 10:00:00 +0000

Rob and Pernell are back from a whirlwind weekend at MAGFest and boy are their arms tired! MAGFest is the country’s biggest music and video game convention of the year! We talk about our panel, bands, video games, friends, and more!

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Bonus Beats 16: Gabber and Hardcore

Rob Nichols — Wed, 11 Jan 2023 10:00:00 +0000

Heavy beats and noisy bass, it’s all about the hardcore techno game music this week! Since we’ve been traveling for MAGFest, we present to you the GABBER VGM MIXTAPE!

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Episode 35-6 Our Games of 2022

Rob Nichols — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 10:00:00 +0000

You can’t stop Pernell from banging his head to Super Monkey Ball, and you can’t have a podcast about video games without having a “best of” wrap-up for the year!

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Episode 35-5 PAX Unplugged 2022 Supershow!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 28 Dec 2022 15:08:26 +0000

This year Rob and Pernell attended PAX Unplugged and played a ton of board games! But what is that you say? This podcast is about video games? Well we got you covered! We’re listening to music that you can play your board games too!

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Episode 35-4 Pirates with WASD!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 21 Dec 2022 10:00:00 +0000

This week is all about pirates and pirate-themed game music! Joining us in the discussion is Austin from the PC-Game-cover-band WASD! Check out their latest album Escape at https://wasdband.bandcamp.com/album/escape

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Episode 35-3 Podcastiversary 7

Rob Nichols — Wed, 14 Dec 2022 10:00:00 +0000

We celebrate 7 years of the podcast by counting down our top 10 favorite tracks played on the show from the past year! We chat about our favorite moments, episodes, and guests too! This episode was recorded live on Twitch, so there’s lots of silliness going on too. Enjoy!

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Bonus Beats: Bomberman!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 30 Nov 2022 10:00:00 +0000

Destroying more friendships than a game of Monopoly, Bomberman is the ultimate multiplayer-party game. Music from the legendary composer Jun Chikuma has graced every title in some way or form, providing the perfect backdrop on which to battle your friends! This week on the show we're playing music from the very beginning all the way to the modern era! Grab those power-ups, golden gloves, boots, and jellies, because we're taking a deep-dive into Bomberman!

HEY! Did you know Rhythm and Pixels are celebrating 7 YEARS of the podcast! Join us for a live recording on Sunday December 11th! This stream is free to all listeners, and we're counting down our top 10 tracks of the year! Did your favorites make it?

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Episode 35-2 Travel Music

Rob Nichols — Wed, 23 Nov 2022 10:00:00 +0000

Pernell’s back from a long trip and we’ve got stories! We also have a great video game music soundtrack to each of those stories! Music for planes, trains, and airships!

Coming soon is our 7th anniversary show! We’re counting down our top 10 favorite tracks played over the past year, and we’re doing it live! More information about the live stream coming soon!

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Episode 35-1 Hard As Nails with Chris Baines!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 16 Nov 2022 10:00:00 +0000

This week on the show we’re joined by musician and game historian Chris Baines to talk about super-difficult games! Why do we like them so much? Why are they so satisfying, yet so annoying at the same time? And why is the music SO GOOD?!?

Check out Chris’s game documentary series on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@ChrisBCrisps

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Episode 34-10 Novel Games with Martyrus!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 10:00:00 +0000

It’s National Novel Writing Month, so this week we’re listening to games based on books! Joining us on this adventure is friend Martyrus, host of the RE-VGM podcast! RE-VGM is a podcast about VGM that has been re-arranged, re-orchestrated, and re-made by fans and artists.

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Episode 34-9 Horrific Games

Rob Nichols — Wed, 02 Nov 2022 09:00:00 +0000

Did the game make you sick? How did you lose that save file exactly? Did the jump scare actually make you jump? And then made you break your console? Don’t worry, you can tell us...

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Episode 34-8 N64 Jams

Rob Nichols — Wed, 26 Oct 2022 09:00:00 +0000

This week we’re listening to jams from Nintendo’s first big step after the world of 16-bit home consoles, the N64. Expect some heavy hitters, slow jams, and dance anthems!

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Episode 34-7 Movie Games with Quad Pro Quo!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 19 Oct 2022 09:00:00 +0000

We’re joined by the wonderful and hilarious people from @QuadProQuoPod to chat about movies and listen to some great video game music!

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Episode 34-6 Inspirations with Nintendrew

Rob Nichols — Wed, 12 Oct 2022 09:00:00 +0000

This week on the show we’ve got retro-game enthusiast and new game-developer Nintendrew joining us! We’re talking about the games that have inspired us, and of course his newest game C.A.R.L.! We chat about the game’s development, its classic game influences, and loads and loads about Cave Story. You’ll also get to hear some of the latest music from the game, and some behind-the-scenes stories about its development!

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Episode 34-5 Your Summer Games Challenge

Rob Nichols — Wed, 05 Oct 2022 09:00:00 +0000

Summer school is over, it’s time to check up on our assignments! We asked our listeners to finish some games this year, and then tell us all about them! And of course, listen to some excellent musical selections.

Also on the show we review the board game Tiny Towns by Peter McPherson for Alderac Entertainment Group. #WeMakeFun !

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Episode 34-4 Working Games

Rob Nichols — Wed, 28 Sep 2022 09:00:00 +0000

Let’s get down to business! Sometimes games can feel like work, but in a good way! We’re listening to music from games that made us feel like we should be getting paid for our virtual labor!

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Episode 34-3 Weird Weaponry

Rob Nichols — Wed, 21 Sep 2022 09:00:00 +0000

Frying pans, volleyballs, keys, fish! Video game characters often wield the strangest items as weapons! This week on the show we’re talking about some of the most bizarre items ever thought up in our pursuit of defeating evil and earning more experience points! And of course, all the awesome music composed for these games!

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Episode 34-2 Detective Work

Rob Nichols — Wed, 14 Sep 2022 09:00:00 +0000

Put on your trench-coats and grab your magnifying glasses because this week we’re playing detective! Our first case? What are some great game music tunes? Our first clue? Great listener track suggestions and testimonials! Find more of the podcast! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the show! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 34-1 Good Food

Rob Nichols — Wed, 07 Sep 2022 09:00:00 +0000

Are you hungry for some pizza after playing a Ninja Turtles game? Or how about a hankering for a big mushroom after playing some Mario Bros.? Good food is what brings us together, and good looking food in games is what we're talking about! Expect some good fruit, vegetables, grains, and everything else but the entire turkey dinner hidden inside the walls of Count Dracula's castle for some reason. Let's go! Listen to more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

RetroWorldExpo Music Battle!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 31 Aug 2022 09:00:00 +0000

We're taking the show on the road with this very special LIVE episode recorded at RetroWorldExpo in Hartford, Connecticut! After hours of travelling together, the boys are ready to let off some steam and settle their differences PODCAST STYLE! Performed for a live audience, we choose tracks in similar topics, and have our fellow podcast-friends judge the winners! It was a good and silly time and we hope you enjoy it! Listen to more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Consider supporting the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Bonus Beats: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 24 Aug 2022 09:00:00 +0000

We’re transporting you back to the early 90s when four teenaged reptiles ruled the world! This special bonus-beats episode is a mixtape of all the amazing music from the TMNT games from the 1989 NES game to the most recent game Shredder’s Revenge! We’re also including music from the same game that was ported to different consoles and computer systems just so you can get a taste of those delicious sound chips! So sit back, grab a sugary soda drink, and be prepared to rock out to some of the best game music ever created for a game featuring turtles that are ninjas! Listen to more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 33-10 Gambling Games

Rob Nichols — Wed, 17 Aug 2022 09:00:00 +0000

Rob and Pernell hit the town with dreams to win BIG in this week’s episode! We’re listening to music from video games based on casino games, and other games of chance. We also go on a long tangent about Hanna-Barbera franchise live-action movies. How many were there? Were they any good? Does it have any relevance to the games or music? Probably not, but it was a fun ride! Don’t forget that you can catch Rhythm and Pixels LIVE at Retro World Expo in Hartford, CT on August 27th! We’ll be bringing our unique blend of music, jokes, and fun for a full 2 hours! Listen to more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 33-9 Your Masters of VGM

Rob Nichols — Wed, 10 Aug 2022 09:00:00 +0000

The multi-podcast event “Masters of VGM” isn’t quite over yet! This week we asked our listeners to submit music from composers they consider to be the absolute MASTER of video game music! Everyone is spot-on with excellent music selections, and excellent testimonials! It’s great to hear what you chose, since we had to constrain ourselves to just four! Listen to more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 33-8 Sonic Handhelds

Rob Nichols — Wed, 03 Aug 2022 09:00:00 +0000

Rob and Pernell continue their love for Sonic music by focusing on games on handheld consoles! No Tiger Electronics here! We’re looking specifically at games created exclusively for handheld consoles, not ported from 16bit to 8bit. And of course, games on the Nintendo Switch can go for a walk-about whenever you feel like it, so those can’t count too! Get ready for a funky ride with the speedy blue mascot we all love! Find more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 33-7 Wildcard Family

Rob Nichols — Wed, 27 Jul 2022 09:00:00 +0000

There's no topic this week, just excellent music from some strange new games! We have chill tracks, sexy tracks, punk tracks, and lots of family talk. Speaking of which, Pernell's nephew makes a surprise appearance to listen to some jams with uncle! Get ready to ooh-and-aww at the family love! Listen to more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 33-6 Pirates vs Ninjas with Carlos!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 20 Jul 2022 09:00:00 +0000

This week we celebrate those that sail the seas looking for adventure, and those who hide in the shadows looking for ... um, shurikens? Ninjas and pirates have been popular themes for video games since the beginning of video games! So why not take a look at the music from both! We also talk a bunch about Super Metroid at the beginning, so look out for that :D Joining us on the show is a Rhythm and Pixels all-star: Carlos! Carlos is an artist, gamer, music lover, and co-host of the Heroes Three podcast! Carlos is also an expert on both ninjas and pirates, holding degrees in both fields of study. Meaning, he’s played a lot of video games with pirates and ninjas! Find more of the podcast! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the show! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 33-5 Sonic Origins

Rob Nichols — Wed, 13 Jul 2022 09:00:00 +0000

To celebrate the release of Sonic Origins, Rob and Pernell take a look at some of their favorite music from the original Genesis releases! Lots of talk about the games, graphics, music, and how they evolved from sequel to sequel. And of course we talk a bit about the music development of the third game, the prototypes, arrangements, and the influence Michael Jackson has on the tracks. Enjoy! Find more of the podcast! https://rhythmandpixels.com Consider supporting the show! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 33-4 Hot Patreon Summer

Rob Nichols — Wed, 06 Jul 2022 09:00:00 +0000

The Summer is getting HOT and the music is getting HOTTER! And don't the forget the games! The games! All of those games you will one day finish when you have the time! We ask our listeners for their best hot Summer video-game-jams, and they come through! Let's listen together! Find more of the podcast! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the show! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

R&P Presents: Masters of VGM

Rob Nichols — Wed, 29 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0000

Part of a multi-podcast event, The Masters of VGM is a way for us to celebrate the composers that have made an impact on the video game industry, and on ourselves! Rob and Pernell each chose 4 composers to represent The Masters, and 2 pieces of music that show why we call them: The Masters! Want to find more of the show? https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast and get cool stuff! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels.com

Episode 33-3 Too Many Mechs

Rob Nichols — Wed, 22 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0000

How may robots is too many robots? We don’t think there is such a thing as too many robots! This week on the show we’re listening to music from games featuring the giant-human-piloted-robots we know you love! Listen to more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 33-2 Summer Kick-off

Rob Nichols — Wed, 15 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0000

Summer is just around the corner and we’re getting excited for our favorite summer activities! Barbecues? Hiking? Swimming? Beach lounging? No! It’s playing video games of course! We’re talking all about the games we aspire to play and finish this summer, and listening to the excellent music within. Pull up a chair, grab a frosty beverage, and join us! Find more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 33-1 Madden Effect

Rob Nichols — Wed, 08 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0000

We ask our listeners what would be perfect mascots for modern game consoles, and they answer with great music! It’s time for some Mutant League Madden at its finest! Listen to more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 32-10 Stankface Jams 2 with Matt!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 01 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0000

Ever heard a song so funky that you could smell it? Your face wrinkles up and you have to shout to anyone who can hear: that is some stanky funk! Well that’s what our show is all about this week, video games that get funky with the funk! Joining us this week is Matt Waldron, co-host of the show Pernell & Matt Play Games! Among other things, we talk about glissandos, arpeggios, and other Italian musical terms and meats and cheeses! Find more of the podcast! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the show! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 32-9 Dance Music with dedeco VGM DJ!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 25 May 2022 09:00:00 +0000

Grab your glow-sticks and get ready to throw your hands in the air! This week on the show we’re listening to dance and rave music in video games! Joining us is the original VGM DJ: dedeco! He shares with us his passion for music, games, and we talk about how he came about to DJng exclusively with video game music. It’s a great time you do not want to miss! Listen to more of dedeco's mixes! https://www.youtube.com/c/dedecoVGMDJ Find more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 32-8 The Pernell Multiverse

Rob Nichols — Wed, 18 May 2022 09:00:00 +0000

What if after every game you played, multiple universes were created. And if you reviewed those games, an infinite number of worlds would be created. Rob and Pernell harness the power of the RHYTHM stone and travel the multiverse of Pernell’s game reviews for other podcasts. Everything you know about video game music is about to be shaken to its very core, as Rob and Pernell: ENTER THE video game music MULTIVERSE (of Pernell!) Find more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 32-7 Animals

Rob Nichols — Wed, 11 May 2022 09:00:00 +0000

This week on the podcast we’re going bananas for animals! We have cute animals, funny animals, and Muppet animals! We have some great music from some great games starring some great animals! Enjoy the show! Find more of the podcast! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the show and get cool stuff! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 32-6 Rainy Days

Rob Nichols — Wed, 04 May 2022 09:00:00 +0000

We are so happy it's raining outside! Because that means we get stay inside and play video games, and listen to video game music! All tracks this week are chosen by our listeners with the theme "rainy days", and every one hits the mark! Also in this week's episode, Rob quizzes Pernell on his knowledge of video game water levels. Also also in this week's episode, Rob is very sick and sounds terrible! Listen to more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 32-5 Mothers Day with Bedroth

Rob Nichols — Wed, 27 Apr 2022 09:00:00 +0000

This week we're talking about moms in video games! They're sometimes in the background, sometimes a part of their story, but always very important. There's music from a variety of games, RPGs, action games, and even fighting games! Joining us to tackle this topic is Bedroth, host of Very Good Music: A VGM Podcast! Bedroth was last on our show to talk about video game dads, so it's only fitting we hit another side of this equation! Find more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 32-4 Get Charged Up!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 20 Apr 2022 09:00:00 +0000

It's springtime and we're listening to tracks that get us charged up! There was a little confusion with what Pernell meant by "charged up", but they work it out! In the end you'll find a selection of super-charged and super charged up tracks perfect for your Spring break! Discover more video game music! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 32-3 Our Friendship Foundations and Fissures

Rob Nichols — Wed, 13 Apr 2022 09:00:00 +0000

This week on the show we’re listening to music that makes us extra nostalgic. These are the games that formed friendships with long nights gaming. And sometimes tested those friendships with difficult cooperative modes! In a way this episode is about Rob and Pernell’s friendship, so expect lots of long stories! Listen to more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels Cool VGM T-shirts! https://rhythmandpixels.com/merch

Episode 32-2 Friendship Foundations and Friendship Fissures

Rob Nichols — Wed, 06 Apr 2022 09:00:00 +0000

Remember those games that all your friends would come over to play every day after school? Where you would all bond over those special moments in Mario Kart, or the triumph of that one last hadoken to defeat M. Bison? Maybe your memories or different, maybe it's how that one last hadoken was also the last straw and broke up a friendship. We have these stories and more in this week's show! Find more of the podcast! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support us on Patreon and get cool stuff! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 32-1 Ukrainian Games

Rob Nichols — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:00:00 +0000

This week on the podcast we're doing a special focus on Ukrainian game makers and composers. Please consider donating to the following charities to help support the humanitarian efforts in Ukraine: https://www.unicefusa.org/ https://internationalmedicalcorps.org/ https://www.projecthope.org/

Episode 31-10 Good Place Games

Rob Nichols — Wed, 23 Mar 2022 09:00:00 +0000

If there were an afterlife for games, is there a good place and a bad place? What games would get in the good place, and what did they do in their video game lives to get there? We're asking the hard existential questions on this week's podcast and rocking out to some great music! Listen to more of the podcast! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the show! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Bonus Beats 13 The King of Fighters Arranged

Rob Nichols — Wed, 16 Mar 2022 09:00:00 +0000

We're rocking out to a mega-mix from the arranged albums of The King of Fighters! The KOF series has some great original music, and the arranged albums from the SNK Sound Team are exceptional! You'll find rock, funk, jazz, and more! Listen to more of the podcast! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the show! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 31-9 Our Four in February

Rob Nichols — Wed, 09 Mar 2022 10:00:00 +0000

he gauntlet was thrown and your two podcast-heroes must now decide: how many video games can you play in February! That's right, we're listening to music from games we played and completed all last month! Get ready for some retro classics as well as some fresh new games! Either way there is a ton of great music and laughs! Listen to more of the podcast! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the show! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 31-8 Your Four in February

Rob Nichols — Wed, 02 Mar 2022 10:00:00 +0000

A few weeks ago we challenged our listeners to complete four games in February, and we're back to see you how you did! Pernell has his grading-pen and Rob is ready to dole out the A's! Expect some awesome tunes, a brief history of some arcade games, and dramatic readings of your completed games! Listen to more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 31-7 Wacky Tunes with Rayjkayj!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 23 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0000

Have you ever played a video game and thought, this song just doesn't belong? Or maybe, wow this track is way better than anything else? And in some cases, the song is just plain wacky! This week on the show we're listening to funky jams and wacky vocal samples in great classic video games! Joining us this week is friend and fellow podcaster Rayjkayj! Rayjkayj is the host of the fine podcast VGMporium! Shopping for some great music or obscure video game tunes? You'll find it all at The VGMporium! https://vgmporium.wordpress.com/ Listen to more Rhythm and Pixels! https://rhythmandpixels.com Consider supporting the show! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 31-6 Nintendo Power Hour: A Tribute to GilvaSunner

Rob Nichols — Wed, 16 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0000

This podcast is going to Ninten-do what Nintendo won't! I mean, Ninten-don't take this podcast down, Nintendo, please! This week is a sort-of tribute to the great YouTube channel GilvaSunner. GilvaSunner uploaded (mostly) Nintendo soundtracks and took down his channel last month after a flurry of Copyright blocks. I mean, we get it, it's their licensed property. But YouTube is also one of the few ways to find this music online! So this week we're going to listen to some awesome Nintendo music in tribute everyone who uploads video game music on the internet! Listen to more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 31-5 Fly Cry Baby

Rob Nichols — Wed, 09 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0000

This week's episode is all about new classic Neo Geo games, and 1960's R&B music! We're picking apart all the flies, byes, and cries from this baby and serving up a musical podcast that will blow your mind! Or at least tap your toes! Pernell gets into the finer points of the 90s Darkstalkers animated series, while Rob imagines the perfect after-school visual novel! And of course, great music from games classic to new! Listen to more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 31-4 More Unexpected Multiplayer

Rob Nichols — Wed, 02 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0000

We reach out to our listeners for music and game suggestions featuring hidden, unlockable, and otherwise unexpected multiplayer modes! And believe me we got some GREAT music picks! Rob also brings back a fan favorite: BIG STUPID QUIZ GAME! Can you name all the video game team members? Who knew so many NES games had protagonists with full first and last names!? Find more o the podcast! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the show! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels.com

Episode 31-3 In Memoriam

Rob Nichols — Wed, 26 Jan 2022 10:00:00 +0000

This week we're remembering a special person from Pernell's life with the music they enjoyed together. We share stories and listen to games that hit close to the heart. Don't worry it's not all somber and sadness, because there are some fantastic tunes!

Episode 31-2 Our Top Games of 2021

Rob Nichols — Wed, 19 Jan 2022 10:00:00 +0000

Have we got a big show for you! Rob and Pernell look back at the year of game releases and listen to tracks from their favorites of 2021! Well, let's be honest, Pernell is picking from his favorite games. Rob only played one game last year, so he picks from games released last year that he's stoked to play this year! And you know what, just maybe this time around he'll do it! Listen to more of the podcast! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the show! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels VGM T-shirts! https://rhythmandpixels.com/merch

Episode 31-1 Unexpected Multiplayer

Rob Nichols — Wed, 12 Jan 2022 10:00:00 +0000

So you thought you were playing a single-player game, and you THOUGHT this was just an ordinary video game music podcast. You thought wrong! This week on the show we're talking about games with unexpected multiplayer modes and unexpected multiplayer experiences! Two-players and one-controller? Why not! Hidden versus-mode? Let's do this! Podcast with serious jams? You know it! Find more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels VGM Shirts and Hoodies! https://rhythmandpixels.com/merch

Episode 30-10 Gift Giving

Rob Nichols — Wed, 05 Jan 2022 10:00:00 +0000

It's the beginning of a new year and we ask for generosity of our listeners: with music suggestions! This week on the show we asked our listeners for video game music they would give as a gift to Rob, Pernell, or anyone else! 2022 is starting a little rough, so we can all use a few good tunes, a few good laughs, and good friends! Our show this week was recorded live in a front of our Patreon member audience! If you'd like to take a peek behind the scenes and be a part of the action, consider becoming a member! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 30-9 PAX Unplugged Super Show!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 29 Dec 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Last month Pernell attended the boardgame super-event PAX Unplugged in Philadelphia and came back with a ton of games and stories! This week we'll be pairing video game music and game themes with the boardgames he encountered! Find more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 30-8 300th Episode Spectacular!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 22 Dec 2021 10:00:00 +0000

After 300 podcast episodes Rob and Pernell finally say those 3 special words to each other: DAY. TONE. AAHHH!!!! On the show we reflect back on our favorite episodes past with new music for those topics. And we have our favorite VGM podcast friends popping by to say hello to help us celebrate! Will Rob complete Persona 5 before episode 400? (I hope so) Will Pernell become trapped in an avalanche of boardgames? (Doubtful) Will we have to bleep out swear-words with Yoshi sound effects? (okay just one more time). Join us for an R&P celebration for the holidays! Find more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels Cool VGM T-Shirts! https://rhythmandpixels.com/merch

Bonus Beats 12 Tim Follin

Rob Nichols — Wed, 15 Dec 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Let us take you on a journey through the musical history of the legendary composer Tim Follin! Tim Follin is on our Mt. Rushmore of game composers by bringing us not only masterful tunes through the Commodore 64 and NES, but also with his prog-rock and funk chops on the PlayStation and PC. Sit down, tune in, and jam-out to the greatest hits of Tim Follin! Find more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels VGM T-Shirts! https://rhythmandpixels.com/merch

Episode 30-7 Pirates vs Ninjas

Rob Nichols — Wed, 08 Dec 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Are you concerned about pirates? Well how about ninjas? A recent poll showed 98% of Americans are concerned of ninja attacks occurring in their own backyards. Rob and Pernell are here to answer all your questions and put your minds at ease. Just who will win the musical showdown between pirates and ninjas? And how did the Ninja Warriors get involved in so many great multi-level-marketing schemes? Listen to more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 30-6 Podcastiversary 6!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 01 Dec 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Rob and Pernell celebrate 6 years of the podcast by counting down there top 10 favorite songs of the year! Rob sings along to Tim Follin, Pernell drinks a massive amount of coffee, and we all have a great time! Thank you everyone for listening to our show and supporting us for all these years. You all mean so much to us, and we are looking forward to bigger and better episodes in 2022! Looking for more of the show? https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 30-5 Voice Acting with Kevin Kmet!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 24 Nov 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Love it, or hate it, or love to hate it, voice acting in video games is here to stay. We're looking at games this week with memorable voice acting! We even listen to some examples from the games and compare them against early 90s anime. In fact, there's a LOT of talk around 90s anime! Joining us on the show this week is friend and voice actor Kevin Kmet! Listen to Kevin's silky-smooth-sexy voice in the latest game Final Fantasy Brave Exvius out now on iOS and Android! Find more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 30-4 Patreon Monsters

Rob Nichols — Wed, 17 Nov 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Every month we turn the tables on our listeners and ask you for music suggestions! We're capping off Spook-tober this week with your favorite monsters and monster-themed jams! Or monsters drinking Monster beverages, TOTALLY RAD! There's some great tunes in this week's show, so get ready for some monster-hits! Find more of the podcast! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the show! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels VGM T-Shirts! https://rhythmandpixels.com/merch

Episode 30-3 Shin Megami Tensei Part 2

Rob Nichols — Wed, 10 Nov 2021 10:00:00 +0000

To celebrate the fifth of the series, we're taking another look at Shin Megami Tensei games! SMT 2! This Time It's Biblical... Or Demonic.. Or Neutral... You know, One Of Those Things! Rob and Pernell take their time in the opening to discuss the significance of the series and amazing dark themes presented in every soundtrack. Get ready for some jams, and to learn about one of the greatest JRPG series of all time! Find more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Bonus Beats 11 Sound-alikes

Rob Nichols — Wed, 03 Nov 2021 09:00:00 +0000

Have you ever played a game and thought to yourself, I've heard this one before? We sure have! For the first time in R&P history Pernell rides solo as he finds some interesting call-backs and similarities with some of his favorite tunes! Looking for more of the podcast? https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the show! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 30-2 Monsters!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 27 Oct 2021 09:00:00 +0000

This week is all about video game monsters! But also everything you wanted to know about potato chips but were afraid to ask. Rob and Pernell go off on tangents talking about their favorite snack foods, and how Dracula likes to keep Castlevania tidy when he hosting dinner parties. Join us for our own little dinner party! Podcast dinner! I'll see myself out. Find more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 30-1 The Music of Koichi Sugiyama

Rob Nichols — Wed, 20 Oct 2021 09:00:00 +0000

This week we're listening to music by the master composer of Dragon Quest: Koichi Sugiyama! Which is great, because there is very little Dragon Quest music in this episode! We talk about Tetris, puzzle games, and at one point we dive into the mind of Pernell to discover what his favorite game console of tall time is! Find more of the podcast! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the show and get access to exclusive content! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 29-10 Pernell Breaks Free

Rob Nichols — Wed, 13 Oct 2021 09:00:00 +0000

We are free from the (self-imposed) restraints of our Summer of 16-bit! Though Rob may be running head-first into his Winter of 8-bit, Pernell has decided to break free! This week we're listening to music that he has been wanting to play on the show but wasn't able to! So buckle-up, it's about to get AWESOME! Want to find more of the show? https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast and get access to cool stuff! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 29-9 Your Summer Games Challenge

Rob Nichols — Wed, 06 Oct 2021 09:00:00 +0000

With the Summer coming to an end we decide to turn the tables on our listeners! We not only challenged ourselves to complete games, we challenged you! All the songs in this week's episode comes from our listeners and the games they completed! Our episode this week was recorded live for our Patreon members. If you'd like to be a part of future episodes, please consider becoming a member! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 29-8 Summer Games Challenge

Rob Nichols — Wed, 29 Sep 2021 09:00:00 +0000

This year we challenged each other, and our listeners, to complete games over the Summer! This week we're listening to music from the games we finished! Get ready for some fresh tunes and arcade classics, because we're going through our SUMMER GAMES CHALLENGE! Find more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Bonus Beats: Mahjong Games

Rob Nichols — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 09:00:00 +0000

We're changing things up this week with a special Bonus Beats mixtape! Our focus this time is on the smooth and funky world of Mahjong games! While some of these games may be on the mature side, every one of these tracks is sure to please the whole family. Enjoy! Find more of the podcast! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the show! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 29-7 Anime

Rob Nichols — Wed, 15 Sep 2021 09:00:00 +0000

We're taking it back to the days of big eyes, big swords, and big fight scenes! That's right, we're kicking it old-school with 16-bit style anime games! Lots of nostalgia in this episode, everything from searching for anime VHS tapes to arguing who your favorite Ranma character is! Lots of great tunes in this episode too, these tracks are rocking! Find more of the podcast! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the show! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 29-6 Cartoons

Rob Nichols — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 09:00:00 +0000

This week we're going deep into 90s nostalgia. I'm talking ninjas, monsters, cats, and whatever the Animaniacs were! So let's jam out to some amazing tunes from the 16bit era of gaming, cartoon style! Find more of the podcast! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the show and get access to more content and cool stuff! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 29-5 16-bit RPGs for Patreon!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 01 Sep 2021 09:00:00 +0000

This week on the show we asked our listener for your favorite 16-bit generation RPGs! It's important to share the things you love with your friends, so we follow up a fan-favorite with another! We listen to music from your favorite games, and hear all about what makes them special to you! There was so much good music that we extended our Bonus Round with extra tracks! This episode was recorded live in front of our Patreon members! If you would like to be part of next month's episode, consider becoming a member! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels Find more of the show here! https://rhythmandpixels.com

Episode 29-4 RPGs That Don’t Start With Final Fantasy

Rob Nichols — Wed, 25 Aug 2021 09:00:00 +0000

The Summer of 16-bit wouldn't be complete without a focus on one of our favorite genres: role playing games! This generation was certainly formative for the genre, some would even say its best. But we say there is more to love in the 16-bit world of RPGs than Final Fantasy! Find more of the podcast! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Cool VGM Shirts! https://rhythmandpixels.com/merch

Episode 29-3 Adam Fligsten

Rob Nichols — Wed, 18 Aug 2021 09:00:00 +0000

We’re taking a short break in our Summer of 16-bit to welcome a guest on the show! Joining us is veteran composer Adam Fligsten! We talk about game composition, early hip-hop, metroidvanias, and his latest projects. Find more from Adam at https://adamfligsten.com Discover more of the show at https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast and get access to exclusive content! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 29-2 16 bit Seattle

Rob Nichols — Wed, 11 Aug 2021 09:00:00 +0000

Our Summer of 16-bit carries on with one of our more abstract topics: The city of Seattle! We decided to pick games and music that best represent a city that we both love to visit! Be warned though! This episode contains an excessive amount of FUNK and FUN! FUN FUNK! Find more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels.com

Episode 29-1 Patreon Goes To The Movies

Rob Nichols — Wed, 04 Aug 2021 09:00:00 +0000

We don't always revisit topics, but when we do... That's right we're deep into the Summer of 16-bit and talking about games based on movies! There are Batmans, Bruce Willises, and Michael J Foxes! Oh My! Not all of these games may be good, but we can all agree they have fantastic music! This episode was recorded live for our Patreon members! If you would like to be a part of future shows, considering becoming a member! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels Find more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com

Episode 28-10 Martial Arts with Carlos

Rob Nichols — Wed, 28 Jul 2021 09:00:00 +0000

Karate! Judo! Kung-Fu! Shaq-Fu! Martial-arts and video-games go together like peanut-butter and chocolate, mostly! We're listening to games from the 16-bit generation that are focused on martial-arts, or have martial-arts focused characters! Joining us on the show this week is Carlos from the Heroes Three Podcast! Heroes Three is all about Asian-cinema and, you guessed it, martial-arts movies! Carlos brings with him a special quiz to play at home: Is this a real kung-fu movie? We have a great time chatting about action movies, cartoons, and of course video games! Check out the Heroes Three Podcast here! http://heroes3podcast.blogspot.com Find more Rhythm and Pixels https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the show! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 28-9 Summer of 16-bit: Run’N’Gun

Rob Nichols — Wed, 21 Jul 2021 09:00:00 +0000

Ready for some serious JAMS? Get ready for some Schwarzenegger cross Stallone 16-bit action! That's right, we're listening to the most manly-manly of classic game genres: run and gun! There's a small debate as to what the genre is exactly, but there's one thing for sure: we will be running. And there might be some explosions! And breaking into song like out of a musical, the musical version of Predator am I right!? Find more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 28-8 Summer of 16-bit: Movie Games

Rob Nichols — Wed, 14 Jul 2021 09:00:00 +0000

Rob and Pernell are here to take those cities out, one at a time! Grab the popcorn and your headphones! We're listening to music from classic 16-bot games based on movies! Find more of the podcast! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the show! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 28-7 Summer of 16-bit: Underappreciated Games

Rob Nichols — Wed, 07 Jul 2021 09:00:00 +0000

Have you ever mentioned a game you just loved to a group of friends only to discover they have no idea what you're talking about? Was it all just a dream, or maybe some kind of Inception situation? This week on the podcast we're talking about those games that went unnoticed in the 16-bit era. That's right! We're continuing our Summer of 16-bit celebration! Find more of the podcast! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the show! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 28-6 Summer of 16-bit: Sports

Rob Nichols — Wed, 30 Jun 2021 09:00:00 +0000

a great time. Pernell not so much! This episode is full of funky jams which cause sudden outbursts of singing and rapping that is sure to bring a tear to your eye. Tears of sadness-I mean ... LAUGHTER! Such fun! DO IT ROCKAPELLA! Find more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 28-5 The Summer of 16-bit: Platformer

Rob Nichols — Wed, 23 Jun 2021 09:00:00 +0000

dams songs. I REPEAT. Bryan Adams has nothing to do with the rise and fall of the 16-bit generation of video game consoles. Anyway. We're focusing on platformers this week and Rob wasn't super sure how the topic would go and Pernell cuts him some slack and you will too won't you! Let's go! Ohhh yyeeeahh! Find more of the podcast! https://rhythmandpixels.com Want to support the show and get access to exclusive content? https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 28-4 Our Summer Games

Rob Nichols — Wed, 16 Jun 2021 09:00:00 +0000

Rob and Pernell get nostalgic for games of Summers past, and look forward to games they'll be playing this Summer! Listen to more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels.com

Episode 28-3 Your Summer Games

Rob Nichols — Wed, 09 Jun 2021 09:00:00 +0000

Summer is here! Time to forget about all your responsibilities and play those video games! We asked our listeners to remember those games they played all Summer long, or the games they're looking forward to this year. Lots of nostalgia, jokes, and great music! Find more of the podcast! https://rhythmandpixels.com Like what you're hearing? Help support the show and get exclusive content! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 28-2 Antigravity Racing

Rob Nichols — Wed, 02 Jun 2021 09:00:00 +0000

We're leaving friction and gravity behind in this week's super fast podcast! Racing games always have some of the best music, but it gets even awesomer once you take away the wheels! Stay tuned for a smooth-jazz / progressive-techno filled bonus round at the end of the episode too! Find more of the podcast! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the show! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 28-1 Tom Salta

Rob Nichols — Wed, 26 May 2021 09:00:00 +0000

We are very excited to have famous game composer, producer, and artist Tom Salta on the show this week! Tom tells us all about his history in the music industry, how that influenced his move into video games, and some history around how some of the coolest games ever were scored! Learn more about Tom Salta at https://tomsalta.com Get $30 off his VGM masterclass by using our code PIXELS30! https://tomsalta.com/masterclass More of the podcast here! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the show! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 27-10 Major Arcana

Rob Nichols — Wed, 19 May 2021 09:00:00 +0000

The Tower card shows that you love video games, and the Empress card shows that you love music. But what's this? The Chariot card above these show there's a podcast dedicated to great video game music! Rob and Pernell deep-dive into fortune-telling and tarot with music inspired by the major arcana! Find more of the podcast! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the show and get access to extra content! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 27-9 Dreamland

Rob Nichols — Wed, 12 May 2021 09:00:00 +0000

This week we're talking about dreams, dream-games, and dreams in games! All the tracks this week were hand-picked by our listeners because this was a Patreon-exclusive live show! Rob and Pernell talk about their own dreams, and then we play a game testing Pernell's knowledge of all things Sonic The Hedgehog! There's a lot of music and a ton of fun, so hit play and good-night! Discover more of the podcast! https://rhythmandpixels.com Help support the show! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 27-8 Underrated Gems

Rob Nichols — Wed, 05 May 2021 09:00:00 +0000

This week on the show we're focusing on incredible games that just didn't get the attention we think they deserved. There are amazing classics and fantastic indie-titles they may (or may not have) flown under your radar! Learn more about the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the show! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpxiels

Episode 27-7 Character Crossovers

Rob Nichols — Wed, 28 Apr 2021 09:00:00 +0000

Don't you just love it when you find your favorite characters in another game? Whether it's Mega Man in Street Fighter, or Pac Man in Ridge Racer, it's a great way to explore how these characters would react in another world! Of course, this is what Rob researched today. Pernell came up with his own game mash-ups, resulting in some remarkable ideas! Enjoy these crazy-crossover game tunes! Discover more of the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the show! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 27-6 Tavern Music

Rob Nichols — Wed, 21 Apr 2021 09:00:00 +0000

Pull up a bar-stool and get comfortable, it's time for some light tavern-themed music! Adventurers are resting a while at the bar, and there's plenty of singing (and hand-clapping) to keep your spirits up! Of course, there's a little disagreement brewing. Just a little pizza-related disagreement in which Pernell is absolutely wrong about Chicago-style deep dish pizza and Rob is right. Mainly because Rob writes the web page and Pernell can't stop him!!!! muahahahahahahahHAHAHHAHAHAHAA! Discover more of the podcast! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the show! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Bonus Beats 9 Gradius Through The Years

Rob Nichols — Wed, 14 Apr 2021 09:00:00 +0000

On this episode we looked over our OPTIONS and became LASER focused on a new topic! This is a special mixtape episode featuring the music of Gradius through the years! That's over one-hour of awesome space shoot-em-up jams! Hop in the Vic Viper, hit START, and shoot the core! Don't forget the Konami code, because this mix is SO good you'll want to play it again! Listen to more of the podcast! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the show! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 27-5 Pilots and Pilots with Chel Wong

Rob Nichols — Wed, 07 Apr 2021 09:00:00 +0000

Flying in the sky! Flying through space! Definitely NOT piloting anything that would stay on the ground! We're listening to music from games featuring great pilots! Of course we couldn't handle a topic as EPIC as this one with our favorite guest Chel Wong! Chel Wong is an award-winning games composer (Kine, Watch This Space), and she's also here to talk up her new project Whisker Squadron! Whisker squadron is a procedurally generated shooter in the style of Star Fox from the creators of RACE THE SUN! Back the Kickstarter today! Now! Do it!!! More from Chel! https://chelwongaudio Back Whisker Squadron on Kickstarter! https://kickstarter.com/projects/flippfly/whisker-squadron More about the podcast! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the show! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 27-4 Four in February

Rob Nichols — Wed, 31 Mar 2021 09:00:00 +0000

Rob and Pernell challenged themselves to complete four games in the month of February. The results are in and we listen to music from the games! We talk about life as a teenager in the Persona world, losing gummy-bears, and adorable world-destroying demons! Join us and jam out! More about the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the show! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 27-3 Deep Cuts with Nick Marinelli

Rob Nichols — Wed, 24 Mar 2021 09:00:00 +0000

This week on the podcast we're talking about how to slice open our favorite music! Nope! We're looking for sweet tracks and jams that are hidden in the depths of our favorite games and game consoles! Joining us on this ride is Nick Marinelli, events coordinator for Video Games In Concert! He brings the heat with some jazzy music and an amazing piece from the Washington Metropolitan Gamer Symphony Orchestra! Learn more about the podcast! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the show! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels Video Games In Concert! https://gamemusic.rocks

Episode 27-2 Speed Limit 2: Cruise Control

Rob Nichols — Wed, 17 Mar 2021 09:00:00 +0000

We're revisiting last week's topic with more speedy tunes from fast games! Pernell talks about his love of difficult games, and Rob names all the games in the "Strike" series for the Genesis that were shelved! By the end of the episode Rob has named so many games and has gotten so little sleep that he gets a little crazy. Enjoy the show! Learn more about us! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the podcast! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 27-1 Speed Limit with Matija Malatestinic

Rob Nichols — Wed, 10 Mar 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Have a need for speed? We have the composer of the new hit indie game Speed Limit joining us on the show, Matija Malatestinic! We talk about everything from musical influences to favorite games to heavy metall. Throughout the show we're also listening to music from games inspired by the genre-bending action game Speed Limit. Enjoy the show and don't forget your seatbelt! More from Matija! https://malatestinic.bandcamp.com http://www.malatestinic.com More from the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Support us on Patreon! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 26-10 Winter Blitz

Rob Nichols — Wed, 03 Mar 2021 10:00:00 +0000

It's frozen outside and we're locked up in our houses playing video games! This week we ask our listeners to DJ and choose their favorite winter and winter-adjacent game music! Look out for the fun quiz: Is This A Real 3DO Game? Let us know how well you did! Don't worry, Pernell didn't laugh himself to death, he only lost his voice for a few days. Full track list and more episodes at https://rhythmandpixels.com Support the show! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 26-9 TGIF vs Capcom

Rob Nichols — Wed, 24 Feb 2021 10:00:00 +0000

The matchup of the millennium is finally here! Choose your fighter! Choose your favorite wholesome 90s-TV family! Let's rock! This week we're listening to classic Capcom games and mashing them with the ABC Friday night line-up from the 90s! Urkel and Mega Man? You got it! Alien vs Predator vs Perfect Strangers? Why not! Join us for some silly fun :) Learn more about the show! https://rhythmandpixels.com Get exclusive content and support the show! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 26-8 The Sega Channel

Rob Nichols — Wed, 17 Feb 2021 10:00:00 +0000

In the 90s Sega fought the rental market with a radical new idea: stream video games directly to consumers. Rob and Pernell listen to music special to the Sega Channel, and the exclusive games brought to North America. The Sega Channel brought video games to consumers directly to their consoles through the cable television network. This was not only a revolution for gaming, it pioneered a whole new way to browse the internet: cable broadband. Enjoy these solid Genesis/Mega Drive tunes from the good-old days of Sega! Learn more about Rhythm and Pixels! https://rhythmandpixels.xom Support the show! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 26-7 Video Game Love Story 2

Rob Nichols — Wed, 10 Feb 2021 10:00:00 +0000

It's nearly Valentine's day! This usually means time for some romantic themed music and games. But Rob and Pernell have different attitudes towards this holiday, making an eclectic playlist that's sure to give you whiplash! Don't worry though, every track you'll hear is golden. Whether it's a smooth jam from Rob, or an aggressive banger from Pernell! One of the themes in this week's episode happens to be all the strange accessories for the Nintendo Game Boy. We're not sure why, but discussions around all the Voltron-esque peripherals just keeps jumping in our brains. Also, watch out for that Jack Nickolas golf track! The sweet saxophone solo is sure to get you in the mood... for golf! Discover more VGM and past episodes at our website: https://rhythmandpixels.com Support us on Patreon. https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels Listen to our 24/7 VGM radio station! https://youtube.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 26-6 Panic Mode

Rob Nichols — Wed, 03 Feb 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Rob and Pernell brace themselves as the podcast goes into overdrive! We're talking about panic-music in this week's episode. Music that plays during bosses, boss-parades, Thanksgiving-day-parades, and Thanksgiving-day-boss-parades! This week's episode was recorded over a live-stream for Patreon members! If you want to get involved, consider donating to our Patreon. Members at every level get access to live shows, prequel shows, and much more! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 26-5 Minigames Part 2 with Chel!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 27 Jan 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Back at it again with the game within a game business! This time we're hanging out with number one podcast guest and games composer Chel Wong! In addition to writing excellent music, she's fantastic at constantly changing the direction of conversation!

Episode 26-4 Buddy Cops with Hammock from KVGM!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 20 Jan 2021 10:00:00 +0000

He's the bad boy of video games, and he's the musician who plays by the rules. Together they are fighting crime! I mean, they are listening to great music with their friend Hammock! (KVGM, The Last Wave) We're listening to music that could be in a "buddy-cop" movie/television series. And IT RULES! Let the music put you into the movie theater, watching two cops work together. Despite their differences, they both want justice! Heck, why would you just listen to the music, when you can listen to cold-reads Rob's first screen-play: Pernell and Poochie: Crime Fighting Buddies for Life! Hammock is the host of KVGM The Last Wave, the absolute chillest and most smoothest podcast ever created for the internet. Every WEEK you can get down with his smooth voice and the absolute sexiest music in video games ever composed. Listen here! http://www.kvgmradio.com

Episode 26-3 Big Fat Quiz Show with Chris Baines

Rob Nichols — Wed, 13 Jan 2021 10:00:00 +0000

The start of a new year for Rhythm and Pixels also means the start of a new rivalry! Test your knowledge of game music with Rob and Pernell in this very special game-show episode hosted by Chris Baines! Think of this episode like a "Name That Tune" contest for video game music. We invite you to play along and keep score with us! Chris Baines (http://www.chrisbainesmusic.com, X-Hunters) has been creating VGM quiz videos and most recently has started doing deep-dive documentaries into your favorite games! Check out his latest on Resident Evil 4!

Episode 26-2 Goodbye to 2020!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 06 Jan 2021 10:00:00 +0000

This week on the show we're saying hello to the new year and GOODBYE to 2020 with a live show for our Patreon members! All of the music this week is somehow related to the good and the bad of 2020. There's also a silly quiz game that you can play along with! Joining us on the show this week is Austin (WASD, Dwelling of Duels) and Josh (The Runaway Four)! They're here to promote their fantastic show BONUS DUELS happening this coming Saturday! But little did they know that they would have to hang out with Rob and Pernell for a couple hours and answer their questions about life, religion, and Shin Megami Tensei. https://wasdband.bandcamp.com http://dwellingofduels.net/ https://therunawayfour.bandcamp.com

Episode 26-1 Yasunori Mitsuda

Rob Nichols — Wed, 30 Dec 2020 10:00:00 +0000

From Chrono Trigger to Xenoblade, it's clear that Yasunori Mitsuda is a master composer. Why not finish the year with music from one of our favorite composers! We celebrate the end of 2020 with a special episode focused on the composer Yasunori Mitsuda. Of course all our episodes begin with some game discussion and what we're playing. Lots of extra movie talk than we expected. Lots of great music in this episode! Don't forget that now is the last time to get 15% off all our t-shirts! Go to https://rhythmandpixels.com/merch and use offer code PIXELS to get your discount!

Episode 25-10 Obscurities with Chris Taylor

Rob Nichols — Wed, 23 Dec 2020 10:00:00 +0000

We always pride ourselves in finding the best game music you may have never heard of. But this week we take things a step further. We dig deep into the catalog of classic and current-generation game systems looking for music that was overlooked. Joining us on this journey is Chris Taylor (twitch.tv/lierxagerate), Twitch streamer and creator of the Facebook group: Hidden Sound Test Along with all the great music we get into some deep discussion of the games too! Chris talks about his road-trips to MAGfests past, and even includes his own arrangement of an excellent (and obscure) Neil Baldwin tune! Reminder that all Rhythm and Pixels merchandise is 15% off until the end of the year! Go to rhythmandpixels.com/merch and use offer code PIXELS on your next purchase

Episode 25-9 Zelda & Chill with Mikel

Rob Nichols — Wed, 16 Dec 2020 10:00:00 +0000

It ain't nothin but a Z-thang because this week we're mixing hip-hop with Hyrule on the podcast! We have Zelda & Chill producer Mikel joining us to talk about all things beats and of course Zelda. We talk with Mikel about the music and games that inspire him. Discussion turns to classic hip-hop, new German rap, and days spent playing Grand Theft Auto with our friends! Lots of great music in this one, so check it out! Check out Mikel's latest album Zelda & Chill 2, out NOW on GameChops! https://gamechops.com/zelda-and-chill-2 Mikel's latest single, Poison & Antidote, is also out today!https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/brendasueandmikel/poison--antidote-2

Episode 25-8 Patreon Podcastiversary 5

Rob Nichols — Wed, 09 Dec 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Rob and Pernell continue their anniversary celebration in this month's live stream episode! This time we asked our listeners for their favorite moments and topics and we chose new music for them! Also in the show Rob gives a new video game quiz all about origin stories! Pernell dances "the cream-corn" in his chair and Rob continues his love-affair with all things Eurobeat. ULTIMATE DRIFT LET'S GO RACING TOKYO! ANNIVERSARY PROMOTION! We are giving 15% off all our merchandise from now until the end of the year! Go to https://rhythmandpixels/merch and use offer code PIXELS to get your discount!

Episode 25-7 Podcastiversary 5

Rob Nichols — Wed, 02 Dec 2020 10:00:00 +0000

This week we are celebrating 5 years of Rhythm and Pixels! That's 5 years of music, fun, and Pernell's sexy voice every week! We're looking back at our favorite episodes and picking our top 5 favorite songs of the year! Also on the show Rob gives Pernell the ULTIMATE Trails of Cold Steel quiz. And finally! Rob learns what Pernell means about Van Johnson! There's all this and more, so get ready for a JAM!

Bonus Beats 8 Racing Games

Rob Nichols — Wed, 25 Nov 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Vroom! Let's go fast! This week's show is a special mixtape of the funkiest racing music we could find! Expect some rockin tunes from classic Nintendo titles, Dreamcast games, and deep arcade cuts! Let this be the perfect playlist to get you in the mood for driving! Don't forget that next week's show is a celebration of 5 years of the podcast! Can you believe it? We're asking all of our listeners for your favorite tracks/topics/moments of the past year, let us know in our email! rhythmandpixels@hotmail.com We're also partnering with our podcast host Blubrry to offer our listeners 1 month of free podcast hosting and statistics! Ready to take your show to the next level? Blubrry has the fastest downloads with the most in-depth listener statistics! Follow this link and use offer code PIXELS to get your first month free! https://rhythmandpixels.com/podcast

Episode 25-6 Simpsons Games

Rob Nichols — Wed, 18 Nov 2020 10:00:00 +0000

We finally did it. We've made so many references to The Simpsons that we have an entire show devoted to its games! We've got music from the Game Boy all the way to the PlayStation. We talk about how the classic NES game discouraged Rob from ever exploring other Simpsons games. And maybe that's for the better!

Episode 25-5 The Console Wars

Rob Nichols — Wed, 11 Nov 2020 10:00:00 +0000

The podcast goes old-school this week as we compare our favorites from the 16-bit generation of video games! Pernell steps into the ring with killer music from the Super Nintendo. Rob wields a +16 critical Genesis synthesizer, ready to battle! We're not doing a direct comparison of the systems, nor are we arguing which one is best! We are putting together what we think made each system special, and why we still love the music and games today.

Episode 25-4 The Devil Stole My Turbo-Duo

Rob Nichols — Wed, 04 Nov 2020 10:00:00 +0000

We're listening to music from spooky games! Or spooky music from just plain awesome games! This week's episode is a Patreon-supported episode of listener suggestions! Every month we turn to our listeners for music suggestions and we read their testimonials! So grab your headphones, hit play, and listen to the tale of Pernell's missing piece of NEC history from the 90s!

Episode 25-3 The Horror!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 28 Oct 2020 09:00:00 +0000

This week on the show we listen to music from all games monster-related and ghost-adjacent! Not all these tracks are scary on their own, but we hope they put you into the Halloween spirit! We talk about all the things that scare Pernell and some of Rob's favorite horror movies! Some say that if you play this podcast 3 times in the mirror, Pernell shows up behind you with a bag of potato chips! So, go do that!

Episode 25-2 Video Game Blind Dates

Rob Nichols — Wed, 21 Oct 2020 09:00:00 +0000

We're matching up video game characters for blind-dates on this week's episode! Rob and Pernell play match-maker, picking random characters and then finding out if they're compatible! Some are hits! Some are misses! Some should never be! But hey, it's just 8-bit coffee for these single heroes and villains!

Episode 25-1 Listener Super Move Special!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 14 Oct 2020 09:00:00 +0000

This week we announce the winners of our t-shirt giveaway contest! Last month we asked our listeners to send us their most ridiculous video-game-sounding super move. Today we pick tracks and games that suit the top 5 entries! We reveal the 3 winners at the end of the show! R n P shirt for your body, go check out our merch page! https://rhythmandpixels/merch

Episode 24-10 Fantasy Smash Bros. Tournament 2

Rob Nichols — Wed, 07 Oct 2020 09:00:00 +0000

Rob and Pernell are going to take you on a ride! We're back at it again with our own characters in the world of Smash Bros. figuring out which characters would smash! Wait, that's going to be a different episode, scratch that. This is the dream match-up of the century! Who will win? A werewolf? Scrooge McDuck? Find out!

Episode 24-9 Pilots and Stuff with Chel Wong

Rob Nichols — Wed, 30 Sep 2020 09:00:00 +0000

Robot pilots! Airplane pilots! Games with stuff! Our good friend and fantastic composer Chel Wong (@ChelWongAudio) joins us for a look at games with pilots and stuff! We joke about what makes a great video game pilot, and the discussion heads back into Sheep PlayStation game territory.

Episode 24-8 Influential Games

Rob Nichols — Wed, 23 Sep 2020 09:00:00 +0000

This week on the show we're listening to music from games that played meaningful part in our lives. Expect some life stories, laughing, singing, and Final Fantasy music!

Episode 24-7 Video Game Dads with Bedroth

Rob Nichols — Wed, 16 Sep 2020 09:00:00 +0000

This week on the show we're joined by video game and video game father enthusiast Bedroth! Bedroth co-hosts the most excellent podcast "Very Good Music a Video Game Music Podcast". We talk about great food, the destruction of the cosmos, and Haggar's reelection campaign for Metro City: "A Chicken in Every Trash Can!"

Episode 24-6 Your New Smash Bros. Characters

Rob Nichols — Wed, 09 Sep 2020 09:00:00 +0000

Welcome to our first annual Smash Bros. tournament! This competition comes with a twist: all the characters are provided by our listeners! And none of them are in official games! Who will win? Will it be Bonk? Bayou Billy? Superstar professional golfer Lee Trevino? LET'S FIND OUT!

Episode 24-5 Silly Names

Rob Nichols — Wed, 02 Sep 2020 09:00:00 +0000

We're not here to poke fun at anyone's names, let alone our own heroic digital-avatars. That's why we're here to salute those great characters such as Ash Ketchum, who likes to catch'em all. And Boomer Kuwanger, who likes to boomer. And kuwanger. Maybe both.

Bonus Beats 7 The Best of Rhythm and Pixels Smooth Jams

Rob Nichols — Wed, 26 Aug 2020 09:00:00 +0000

Rob and Pernell take a back seat this week and let the fine folks at WVGM step in with some smooth jams! WVGM's number 1 radio personality, Arm Chair, plays his favorite smooth jams from the past year of Rhythm and Pixels! Load this up in your car, put the top down, and get ready for the smoothest tunes and some positive vibes.

Episode 24-4 Facing the Elements

Rob Nichols — Wed, 19 Aug 2020 12:00:00 +0000

Inspired by a week of dangerous storms, Rob and Pernell create a tornado of fantastic music! We talk about classic LCD handheld gaming, and Rob chats about his favorite SimCity strategies! Spoiler, he's terrible at the game and you shouldn't take his advice.

Episode 24-3 Listener Wildcards

Rob Nichols — Wed, 12 Aug 2020 09:00:45 +0000

Rob and Pernell turn the tables on the podcast and listen to random suggestions from their listeners! There's some great rock music alongside some soothing new-age sounds from some surprising games. Early in the episode we play our own game: Occupational Hazards! Name the job of the video game character! Let us know how well you did in the comments :)

Episode 24-2 Wildcard’n 4 Life

Rob Nichols — Wed, 05 Aug 2020 09:00:23 +0000

This week's totally planned and not made-up-on the spot episode contains music without any topic structure! That's right, WE'RE WILDCARD'N! We read an amazing email from a listener and create corporate employee empowerment videos! Super fun!

Episode 24-1 Pump Up The Jams

Rob Nichols — Wed, 29 Jul 2020 09:00:14 +0000

Did you ever need music to get you out of bed? Or those beats to run an extra mile? Rob and Pernell bring to you the best video game tracks for getting PUMPED!

Episode 23-10 Return of the Video Games

Rob Nichols — Wed, 22 Jul 2020 09:00:45 +0000

This week on the show Rob and Pernell talk about their favorite video games! Specifically the games they would like to see revived and remastered. But then Pernell reminds Rob of the American Darkstalkers cartoon and his brain cracks open like an egg. AN EGG! Also, we have new merchandise available! Check out these sweet t-shirts, aren't they sweet? You bet they are! https://teespring.com/rhythm-and-pixels-apparel https://teespring.com/run-vgm

Episode 23-9 Hammer Time!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 15 Jul 2020 09:00:14 +0000

We're back at it again with the wacky game topics! And don't think for a second that Pernell isn't going to rap like MC Hammer at some point during the show! When all your pixels are hammers, every game looks like a nail! Or something like that.

Episode 23-8 Sounds of Summer

Rob Nichols — Wed, 08 Jul 2020 09:00:22 +0000

It's getting hot outside, so stay indoors with your favorite video games! Rob and Pernell curated the perfect playlist of summer-jams from a huge selection of listener-suggestions! Also on this episode we play the perfect Summertime game: "Are these lyrics from a Sonic game or class R&B hit?" Enjoy the show!

Episode 23-7 Electricboogaloo Appreciation Day

Rob Nichols — Wed, 01 Jul 2020 09:00:38 +0000

Sometimes during the life of a podcast the hosts become friends with listeners. And sometimes a particular listener's musical tastes are just so perfect you have to devote an entire episode to tracks suggested by them! So that's why we proclaim today to be Electricboogaloo Appreciation Day! (They have no idea we're doing this, so just go with it okay?)

Episode 23-6 Beat’em-Ups Then and Now

Rob Nichols — Wed, 24 Jun 2020 09:00:51 +0000

Finally a wholesome podcast about family-video-games. Games that feature WHIPS, CHAINS, AND THE MAYOR FIGHTING IN THE STREETS! You know, for kids! This week Rob and Pernell look at the roots of this bare-knuckled genre and follow its evolution to where it is today. What made early beat'em-ups so much fun to kids? What is keeping them relevant today? Who composed the theme song to Perfect Strangers and how are these things related? They may not be. Right? Okay now I'm just talking to myself. My therapist said I should really stop doing that.

Episode 23-5 Rental Reflections

Rob Nichols — Wed, 17 Jun 2020 09:00:45 +0000

This week's podcast is extra-retro with classic game music and classic stories of renting games in the 90's! We discuss the difficulty of completing games before returning them to the store, not to mention the fate of our save games while battling through long RPGs! Go microwave-up some popcorn and Google those instruction manuals, it's time to reflect on some classic game rental moments!

Episode 23-4 C64 Showcase with Michael Bridgewater

Rob Nichols — Wed, 10 Jun 2020 09:00:44 +0000

This week on the podcast we look at the past, present, and possible future of music for our favorite little 8-bit computer system: The Commodore 64. We start with music composed for games from its original retail run, and end with music from new games developed by home-brew indie enthusiasts! We couldn't have covered so much about the system without the help of our friend and special guest: Michael Bridgewater! Not only does he join us to provide color on the hardware and tricks used to compose these tunes, but every track on today's episode was recorded direct from his original C64 hardware!

Episode 23-3 Your Study Music

Rob Nichols — Wed, 03 Jun 2020 09:00:58 +0000

We open up the podcast for listener suggestions of your favorite study music! We get smooth strings, lofi beats, and one really dark song from the Yu Gi Oh series. Seriously, that track blew us away! This episode was recorded over a live stream exclusively to members of our Patreon! If you're interested in helping support the show, please consider joining. https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 23-2 Study Music

Rob Nichols — Wed, 27 May 2020 09:00:11 +0000

This week's show is all about finding the tunes to help you study! Something with a good groove that you can just leave on for hours while you get ready for that big test! OH NO! The big test is tomorrow!?!? I've got to study!

Episode 23-1 Handheld Ports

Rob Nichols — Wed, 20 May 2020 09:00:38 +0000

Episode 22-10 Latin Music

Rob Nichols — Wed, 13 May 2020 09:00:02 +0000

If there's any episode that's going to make you dance, it's going to be this one! We listen to game music with a Latin-flair and chat about our favorite rhythm games! Seriously, rhythm games come up more often than we thought they would, enjoy!

Episode 22-9 Your Positive Jams

Rob Nichols — Wed, 06 May 2020 09:00:14 +0000

It's time again for some more positive vibes with video game music! This time it's our listener's favorites and it's even more awesome! Thank you everyone for the great tunes! And now, enjoy the great times! This episode was recorded over a live-stream exclusively to our Patreon members! If you'd like to see what we're up to, consider becoming a member :) https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 22-8 La-Mulana with Carlos

Rob Nichols — Wed, 29 Apr 2020 09:00:35 +0000

Long ago... Before humanity came into existence. Two friends set out on a quest for great music. But they became lost inside the world of great video game music! It's been a very long time since we've done an entire show focused on a single game, or even a series. So here is our tribute to all things La-Mulana! La-Mulana is an ENORMOUS side-scrolling adventure game with great puzzles, huge bosses, and great puzzles! Did I mention the puzzles? Joining us this is week is Carlos from the Heroes Three podcast! Heroes Three is a bi-weekly show centered on Asian cinema and martial arts movies! Check them out!

Episode 22-7 Sitcom Music with Hammock!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 22 Apr 2020 09:00:55 +0000

Sometimes video game music is full of cheese in the best way. I'm talking saxophones, jazzy piano chords, and that feeling you're in a department store elevator. Or even better, the feeling that you're about to watch your favorite network family sitcom from the 90s! So much Sega Saturn, SO MUCH. Joining us on this journey is Hammock, host of the fabulously-smooth VGM podcast KVGM The Last Wave. If you want jazzy, chill, and smooth, then Hammock is your man. And KVGM is your podcast! Check it out! https://kvgmradio.blogspot.com/

Episode 22-6 Husbandry with Mitchel Wong

Rob Nichols — Wed, 15 Apr 2020 09:00:44 +0000

We continue our tradition of bizarre topics for music selections with a surprise suggestion from a guest! Award winning game composer, and all around excellent person, Mitchel Wong joins us on the show to explore animals and farms! In video games! We also have some lengthy discussions about Animal Crossing, Final Fantasy, and our very special Sonic the Hedgehog fan-fiction original-characters! What's yours?

Episode 22-5 Optimism

Rob Nichols — Wed, 08 Apr 2020 09:00:36 +0000

We can all use some good vibes right now so Rob and Pernell get optimistic in this week's episode, focusing on one thing: feeling good! The sun is out and we are safely inside with our VGM boom-boxes turned up! Rob also quizzes Pernell on his knowledge of tennis-pro Andre Agassi and the MANY games they SHOULD have made for this ultimate sports-star! Remember, if you're going to get funky to this week's episode, get funky responsibly!

Episode 22-4 Lucky Jams!

Rob Nichols — Wed, 01 Apr 2020 11:15:12 +0000

Ever have that perfect run through a Sonic level? Maybe those enemies spawned in just the right locations? Sometimes it's skill, but sometimes it's all luck! This week we ask our Patreon members to pick their luckiest video game jams! Our episode was recorded live in front of our Patreon studio audience :) If you'd like to be a part of that audience, please consider joining! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 22-3 Gaiden Games with Chris Baines

Rob Nichols — Wed, 25 Mar 2020 09:00:55 +0000

The podcast this week is all about side-stories and spin-offs! It's not just for ninjas anymore! We listen to some great music and have a lengthy discussion about what other Pokemon could have their "Detective" movie! Spoiler they're all awesome. Joining us on show this week is composer, metal-head, and VGM-enthusiast Chris Baines! Chris is an R&P all-star and knows how to bring the tasty jams! Check out his own tasty-jams at https://chrisbainesmusic.com!

Episode 22-2 Superfund

Rob Nichols — Wed, 18 Mar 2020 09:00:10 +0000

The environmental activists in us come out in this week's podcast. Well, it definitely comes out of Pernell. Rob was confused and got creative with his music picks for this week. There are some great tunes in this episode, so enjoy!

Episode 22-1 Stankface Jams with Bruce Irons of The Mad Gear

Rob Nichols — Wed, 11 Mar 2020 09:00:21 +0000

Did you ever hear a bassline so funky that your face just squished up? A horn section that hits so hard you're smelling rotten cheese and have to share it with the world? Then you know what's up! Our podcast this week is all about video game music with the FUNKIEST and the STANKIEST and the TASTIEST jams we could find! Joining us on this adventure is Bruce Irons of The Mad Gear Band! He's here to rock-out to some great tunes and spread the word about his latest project: Turbo City Gaiden! TURBO CITY GAIDEN is an animated series chronicling the adventures of the Baddest Band on the Planet The Mad Gear. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/themadgear/turbo-city-gaiden

Episode 21-10 Your Influential Classics

Rob Nichols — Wed, 04 Mar 2020 10:00:59 +0000

This week's podcast we turn the tables and ask our listeners what games they believe are influential classics! There are some great tunes and serious bangers in this episode, further proof that our listeners have excellent taste! Also look out for Rob's favorite trivia game: Name That World Warrior! Did you know E. Honda's bust size? Neither did we, UNTIL NOW! This episode was recorded over a live stream exclusively for our Patreon members. If you'd like to get involved and support the show, why not consider becoming a patron! https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Episode 21-9 Smash Bros. with Mitchel Wong

Rob Nichols — Wed, 26 Feb 2020 12:05:06 +0000

Some BODY once told me that podcasts gonna rock your socks off! Our podcast this week is all about those crazy SMASH BROS! There's so much original music and arranged classics that we couldn't possibly do it alone. A RETURNING CHALLENGER APPEARS! Mit Chel Wong (composer, Kine) is not only a fantastic award-winning composer and musician, they're also deep into the competitive Smash scene! Mit talks shop about ESports, their favorite characters, moves, and most especially: favorite tracks. https://mitchelwongaudio.com/ https://mitchelwong.bandcamp.com/ https://charityepjam.bandcamp.com/releases

Episode 21-8 Influential Classics with Blake Edwards and AJ Wash

Rob Nichols — Wed, 19 Feb 2020 10:00:37 +0000

This week on the podcast we're joined by a pair of indie game developers to talk about the classics that influenced all of video games. Some of our choices are a little more obvious than others, but that's what makes it fun! Blake Edwards (Nomppie) is developing Ways Lost, a deck building RPG with rogue-like elements! AJ Wash is a composer working with Blake, helping him bring the world of Ways Lost to life!

Episode 21-7 Card Games

Rob Nichols — Wed, 12 Feb 2020 10:00:42 +0000

We take a look at the raddest actions games ever made, turned into card games! But with no cards! So it's still a video game! Okay hear me out, it's a card game you play on the TV. And you don't have to buy cards, but sometimes you do. That's it no more questions enjoy the show!

Episode 21-6 Your Favorites of the Decade

Rob Nichols — Wed, 05 Feb 2020 10:00:27 +0000

A hero emerges after the smoke cleared from our blow-out argument about the best games of the past decade. That hero is you, our listeners! We turn the microphone over to the internet and let you decide what are the best games you played over the past 10 years! We also play "Is This a Real Atari Game?", so play along with us! Let us know how you did!

Episode 21-5 Our Favorites of the Decade

Rob Nichols — Wed, 29 Jan 2020 10:00:59 +0000

Rob and Pernell dig deep into their gaming past and find the very best that no one ever was. That's right, you knew it was coming, it's the Rhythm and Pixels decade in review! Sort of kind of! Our musical picks come from games released in the past 10 years that made the biggest impression. Not just the critically best games out there, but the absolute best games out there for us. Enjoy the show!

Episode 21-4 Our 2019 Favorites

Rob Nichols — Wed, 22 Jan 2020 10:00:40 +0000

Episode 21-3 Oh No We Didn’t

Rob Nichols — Wed, 15 Jan 2020 10:00:02 +0000

Fresh from MAGfest, Rob and Pernell are back with a live recorded episode full of fan-favorite video game music tracks! We talk about our favorite moments of the show, new games we're playing at the moment, and of course read our Patreon member testimonials. New for 2020, we are offering R&P "uncut" extra content to our Patreon members. More conversation and unfiltered dialog from your favorite podcast hosts! If that's something you're interested in, head on over to https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Bonus Beats 6 Ambient Music

Rob Nichols — Wed, 01 Jan 2020 09:00:31 +0000

Happy new year from the Rhythm and Pixels team! We've got your morning playlist covered! Perfect after a long night of partying, video games, and fizzy drinks. Smooth sounds, strings, and even vocals dip and dive all over this mix of fantastic video game music. Regular episodes will resume soon, so I hope you don't mind this little Winter-break we've taken for ourselves! 2020 is going to be full of fun times and great music, so we'll see you soon!

Episode 21-2 PlayStation Power Hour

Rob Nichols — Mon, 16 Dec 2019 10:00:29 +0000

The Sony PlayStation turned 25 years old this year, so Rob and Pernell spend the episode reminiscing about their favorite PlayStation memories! We look at the launch titles for the PlayStation, and some favorites from the PS2 and PS3! And of course we can't talk about the PlayStation without talking about rampant piracy. So don't tell anyone, promise? Yeah we can trust you. Enjoy the show!

Episode 21-1 Giving Thanks

Rob Nichols — Mon, 09 Dec 2019 10:00:11 +0000

This week we reached out to listeners and asked them for all the video game things they're thankful for! We also asked for some excellent music, and boy did they come through! Also look out for the latest craze: Kirby Jeopardy! Tournament of Champions! Podcast edition!

Episode 20-10 SNK Fighters with Ed Wilson!

Rob Nichols — Mon, 02 Dec 2019 10:00:52 +0000

This week is all about fighting games produced by SNK. We discover hard rock, smooth jazz, euro-beat, and even early 90s positive-rap! The Bonus-Round is OFF THE HOOK, you can't miss this one! Helping us make sense of it all, we're joined by VGM expert and podcast master: Ed Wilson! (The VGMbassy, Impulse Project, PixelTunes Radio) Ed brings the class this show desperately needed! His vast knowledge of game systems, hardware, and composers... and we just sing silly songs and crack jokes.

Episode 20-9 Podcastiversary 4!

Rob Nichols — Mon, 25 Nov 2019 10:00:16 +0000

Happy new podcast year! We celebrate 4 years of Rhythm and Pixels by sharing our favorite tracks of the past year! We share some favorite episode memories, and Pernell competes in Rob's version of VGM Jeopardy! Enjoy the show! BTW this episode was live-streamed on our Twitch channel, so there's lots of singing and some visual gags that might not translate. :)

Episode 20-8 200th Episode Celebration Clip-Show!

Rob Nichols — Mon, 18 Nov 2019 10:00:03 +0000

Bonus Beats 5: Liquid Drum and Bass

Rob Nichols — Mon, 11 Nov 2019 10:00:55 +0000

Inspired by some music from our past Gameboy Advance episode, we present a mix of great liquid drum and bass video game music! There are tracks from a diverse group of games and game consoles, but they all hit the mark for big bass, big atmosphere, and speed. Hey! next week is our 200th episode!!! We're going to highlight your favorite moments from the show, so let us know! Send us an email!

Episode 20-7 The Worst Controllers and Other Scary Stories

Rob Nichols — Mon, 04 Nov 2019 11:00:28 +0000

It's spooky-scary-Halloween time, so we tell stories of haunted consoles, corrupted games, and controllers of the damned! This week's episode was recorded on our live-stream for our Patreon members! So things get a more than a little goofy! Happy haunting!

Episode 20-6 Super NEStalgia with Michael Martin

Rob Nichols — Mon, 28 Oct 2019 09:00:38 +0000

Relive some memories with the sounds of the Super Nintendo! We're joined by friend and funny-man Michael (@home_halfway) to chat about our favorite games, hot peppers, and the Ellen show. Check out Michael's comedy show Spitfire Comedy at the iO Theater in Chicago every month! https://www.spitfirecomedyshow.com/

Episode 20-5 Gameboy Advance with Michael Bridgewater

Rob Nichols — Mon, 21 Oct 2019 09:00:42 +0000

et's take a look at one of Nintendo's greatest mobile game consoles, the Gameboy Advance! Chunky bass, fuzzy drums, and smooth, buttery strings. Soundtracks on the system are fantastic, though the machine's hardware made it difficult for everything to sound as clean as it could. So let's dig in, find some diamonds in the rough, and enjoy the music of the Nintendo Gameboy Advance! We're joined by Michael Bridgewater, of the VGM podcast Forever Sound Version, to help us find the greatest tracks. We talk about European/North American game localization, jungle massive music, and some demoscene bits as well! It's always a blast having Michael on the show, we think you'll have a good time too! For the past few years, Michael has been streaming a 24 hour gaming marathon for charity! Playing the absolute strangest-of-the-strange to raise money for the UK organization Freedom From Torture https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/weirdgames2019

Episode 20-4 Mini-Games with Mitchel Wong!

Rob Nichols — Mon, 14 Oct 2019 09:00:19 +0000

What if all your favorite game's characters decided to start playing tennis? Or maybe take a break from saving the world to focus on that collectible card game that's so addictive? We love minigames! This week's show is all about the great music that accompanies all those addictive side quests :) Joining us on the show this week is game composer and friend Mitchel Wong! We chat about anime, fighting games, and great 80s sci-fi movies! Mitchel's newest game Kine is coming out this week! Kine launches October 17th on the Epic Games Store, Switch, PS4, Xbox One, and will be a launch title for the Google Stadia! Check out Mitchel Wong over at https://mitchelwongaudio.com

Episode 20-3 Sega Saturn Showcase

Rob Nichols — Mon, 07 Oct 2019 09:00:42 +0000

Rob believes the Sega Saturn had the most smooth-sexy jams than any other game console. Pernell believes creamy-dill potato chips are a part of your complete breakfast. THEY FIGHT. YOU WIN. Hang out with us and listen to some of the best music recorded for the Sega Saturn ever!

Episode 20-2 90s Cartoons and Other Obsessions

Rob Nichols — Mon, 30 Sep 2019 09:00:15 +0000

This week's episode was streamed live exclusively for our Patreon members! We played music picked by you, and answer your questions! Does Pernell really get super-powers from his beard? Which is the episode of The Super Mario Bros. Super Show? Well, we talk about that one a little too much :D

Episode 20-1: Slime Time

Rob Nichols — Mon, 23 Sep 2019 09:00:07 +0000

Who's got 2 podcast hosts and loves slime? This show! That's who! So many games, with so many slimes, have so many great soundtracks! Spoiler, for some reason Rob and Pernell can't seem to keep it together for this episode. So if you love deep discussion about the games we're listening to, then listen anyway! Enjoy some slime-y time-y tunes!

Episode 19-10 Get Organized!

Rob Nichols — Mon, 16 Sep 2019 09:00:39 +0000

It's human-nature to want things in order, in a row, all organized! It's no wonder there are so many video games about putting things in place, and that's what our show is all about this week :) Short of Tetris, we look at nearly everything organizational! So come on, let's get organized together!

Episode 19-9 Dreamcast 20th Anniversary Party

Rob Nichols — Mon, 09 Sep 2019 09:00:07 +0000

Grab your headphones, because we're celebrating the North American release of our favorite video game console! The Sega Dreamcast holds a special place for Rob and Pernell because of it's eclectic selection of puzzle games, fighting games, shmup games, and their first MMORPG! Celebrating with us are the fine gentlemen at another game music podcast: Mike and Justin from XVGM Radio! When you're done listening to our selections, why not check out theirs too!

Episode 19-8 What Is A Street Fighter

Rob Nichols — Mon, 02 Sep 2019 11:41:06 +0000

In the world of Street Fighter there are sumo wrestlers, karate masters, and even yoga masters. Now there are podcast hosts! Rob stumps Pernell with hottest trivia game: Is This A Real Street Fighter Move!? This week's episode was recorded live in a front of a live Patreon member audience! If you'd like to join us for another episode, consider supporting us :)

Episode 19-7 Workout Music

Rob Nichols — Mon, 26 Aug 2019 09:00:37 +0000

Did you ever want your local gym to stop playing the same classic rock anthems all day long? Is it your dream to pump iron with your gym-mates to some sweet SNES tunes? Finally hit your dead-lift PR while screaming the melodies from your favorite Falcom Sound Team songs? We talk all about that, and answer your questions from Facebook on this episode!

Episode 19-6 The Nindies

Rob Nichols — Mon, 19 Aug 2019 09:00:57 +0000

Indie games have been absolutely exploding all over the Nintendo Switch platform, and we couldn't be happier! Enjoy these selections from some of our favorite titles, and maybe you'll discover some new ones!

Episode 19-5 Blood

Rob Nichols — Mon, 12 Aug 2019 09:00:25 +0000

Our musical theme this week may sound morbid, but we swear we're coming from a good place! The theme is all things blood related! Characters who drink blood, fighting games that draw blood, and hospitals that need blood. That means everything from smooth, sexy jams, to heavy hitting 16-bit classics, to old-school hip-hop!

Episode 19-4 Stories for Elevator Music

Rob Nichols — Mon, 05 Aug 2019 09:00:50 +0000

This week on the show we play music chosen by our listeners and Patreon members! We enjoy the tunes and read their testimonials. Also, this week's show was recorded over live-stream for our Patreon members, a monthly show just for subscribers :) We chat with the audience between breaks, and get REAL silly listening to tunes and telling stories! Also on the show, we play "Is this a real Streets of Rage enemy" and Pernell has to guess the fake ones from the real ones! How well can you do?

Episode 19-3 Speed Running LIVE at The Philly Podcast Festival!

Rob Nichols — Mon, 29 Jul 2019 09:00:17 +0000

This week's show is all about playing fast, being fast, and finishing games fast! It was also recorded live at the Indy Hall in Philadelphia as part of the Philly Podcast festival! Sooooo, there may be a few visual jokes that won't translate well, but it's all part of the live experience! We hope you enjoy the show, because it was a blast to do!

Episode 19-2 Don’t Panic!

Rob Nichols — Mon, 22 Jul 2019 09:00:40 +0000

This week's show is all about that fast part of the game. You know, THAT part. Where your heart speeds up and suddenly everything you learned flies right out your brain. There are moments in games that make you PANIC, and sometimes it's not the game. Sometimes it's your opponent. (Pernell) And your opponent (Pernell) is somehow better (WAY better) at these puzzle games for some reason! Let's listen!

Episode 19-1 Detective Story

Rob Nichols — Mon, 15 Jul 2019 09:00:08 +0000

As I walked into the arcade, my senses were assaulted by the stench of quarters and competition. Yeah, that feels right! Smokey offices, late nights, and trench coats. We're on the case! This week's show we listen to, and investigate, detective game music!

Bonus Beats 4: Sega Time Travel Adventure

Rob Nichols — Mon, 08 Jul 2019 09:00:21 +0000

Grab your glow-sticks and jump in the rave, we're going on a Sega remix adventure! This special Bonus Beats episode features only classic remixes and arrangements officially released by Sega through compilation albums or as bonus songs on original sound tracks. Club beats and remixes starting from 1989, that's 30 years of Sega music to groove on!

Episode 18-10 The One Where We Become The Heroes We Deserve

Rob Nichols — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 09:00:37 +0000

Greetings and welcome to another live-streamed episode of great video game music and stupid cold-opens! We left the microphones running a little bit longer, and well there you go. Unfiltered Rob and Pernell, from our studio and into your podcast listening device. This episode was live streamed in front of a live Patreon subscriber audience! If you would like access to these streams, where you can chat with us during the show, and make fun of my shirt (stop making fun of my shirt), head over to our Patreon page!

Episode 18-9 Double Vision with The Legacy Music Hour

Rob Nichols — Mon, 24 Jun 2019 09:00:57 +0000

Don’t adjust your podcast! This week on the show we’re joined by VGM experts and podcast veterans Brent and Rob from The Legacy Music Hour! Pernell has double-vision when he sees two Robs! This East-coast-West-coast joint is bound to bring out the competitive nature in your hosts. But instead we find connections, Rob connections, Bob connections, and WILD connections!

Episode 18-8 The Dinner Party

Rob Nichols — Mon, 17 Jun 2019 09:00:56 +0000

We've been cooking all day, and we can't wait for our guests to arrive. This will be a dinner party to remember! And you will! Because this is dinner party HARD MODE. Pick the right appetizer, eat the correct soup. Or there will be horrible (hilarious) consequences! I mean... this week's show is all about music you can play in the background of your next dinner party! Also this week is the return of "Rob's Trivia Time!" Can you guess the game from the Nintendo Power tagline? Let us know how you did!

Episode 18-7 Ringtones

Rob Nichols — Mon, 10 Jun 2019 09:00:15 +0000

When we got our first cell phones, the first thing we did was try and get video game music on there! So when your friend calls you up, you hear some nice melodies from Koji Kondo. This episode all about the music we've chosen to be our ringtones over the years. We also hold many victory celebrations for unfortunate life events, and Rob talks way to much about DDR at the beginning. Do you have a favorite video game song or jingle you've used for your phone's ringtone? Let us know!

Episode 18-6 Happy VGM Solstice!

Rob Nichols — Mon, 03 Jun 2019 09:00:32 +0000

The sun is shining, the days are longer, and video game music is blooming all around us! We listen to golf games, talk Simpsons, and have an all-around good time! This week's show was recorded live for our Patreon members! If you would like to help support the show too, head over to Patreon page :) https://patreon.com/rhythmandpixels

Bonus Beats: Cytus Alpha, an Interview with PM Studios

Rob Nichols — Mon, 27 May 2019 09:00:25 +0000

This week we sit down and talk with the heads of PM Studios, publisher of great music games like Cytus Alpha, Deemo, the DJMAX series, and other great titles like Mercenaries Saga Chronicles and the upcoming Horizon Chase Turbo! We talk about their love of games and music, how they got started in the industry, and who has the most platinum trophies on the PlayStation Network! Throughout the episode we'll be listening to some of our favorites from their music game series Cytus (now available on the Nintendo Switch) and DJMAX. Enjoy!

Episode 18-5 Capcom Chaos

Rob Nichols — Mon, 20 May 2019 09:00:36 +0000

This episode we think about games produced by Capcom, but maybe influenced by other games. Or ports onto other systems with special arranged soundtracks. It's a chaotic Capcom episode! Pernell plays some heavy guitar riffs, and Rob plays some of the smoothest jazz arrangements he can find. There's something for everyone!

Episode 18-4 Games Rob Should Play

Rob Nichols — Mon, 13 May 2019 09:00:34 +0000

Rob likes video games, but he just doesn't play enough! So as a joke in a previous episode, Pernell thought an entire topic can be made of game suggestions for Rob. I swear this is as meta as we'll ever get on the show :) All the music in today's show is designed to get Rob interested in the game, and all the tracks Rob picked are from games that have been on his mind to play soon. I hope we inspire you to try some new games too!

Episode 18-3 Our Favorite Platformers

Rob Nichols — Mon, 06 May 2019 09:00:34 +0000

This episode we listen to music from our all time favorite platform games! We are out there, collecting coins and rings, just trying to make it in this podcast world. Pernell mastered the double-jump just to reach the 1-Up, while Rob focused all his energy on the super-sonic-spin-dash, just to run head first into spikes! Also, on a very special episode of Everybody Loves Rayman, we learn that Super Meat Boy is racing to save the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise from a terrible movie.

Episode 18-2 Your Favorite Games Live!

Rob Nichols — Mon, 29 Apr 2019 09:00:00 +0000

This week we focus on the games you love, with all tracks chosen by our Patreon members! We include testimonials for each song, and a dramatic reading from the game's original manual! Mostly! Huge thank you to: Stephen Miller, Ok Impala!, Wicked Sephiroth, Chris Murray, Autistic Gamer 89, Chris Steenerson, Cameron Werme, Stephen Miller, and That Nick Walker!

Episode 18-1 Our Favorite Shmups

Rob Nichols — Mon, 22 Apr 2019 06:00:05 +0000

Target approaching! Fantastic music and great friends! This week on the show we look at our favorite SHMUP games! This is a chance to listen to our favorite shooter games without all the explosions and gun fire! Rob plays music that covers his introduction into bullet hell games, and Pernell finds some classic chiptune jams!

Episode 17-10 Our Favorite Fighting Games

Rob Nichols — Mon, 15 Apr 2019 05:00:55 +0000

What sport couldn't be improved by a Spinning Pile Driver? Or maybe just a handful of Dragon Punches? Baseball would certainly be more interesting. This week on the podcast we listen to music from our favorite fighting games! We cover everything from 2D to 3D, from the 90s all the way to today's baddest-brawlers. As a special treat, Rob gets extra nerdy about hip-hop samples! There's a fair amount of rapping in this episode, and this time not from Pernell! Enjoy the show!

Episode 17-9 Our Favorite RPGs

Rob Nichols — Mon, 08 Apr 2019 05:00:37 +0000

Pernell loves RPG games and starts more than he could ever finish, and Rob likes them okay. And that's okay! All this month we're being a little selfish and only looking at our favorite games within specific genres. Pernell's music gets heavy and stressful at times, while Rob's music picks are jazzy and are designed to keep you cool under pressure. Enjoy the selections!

Episode 17-8 The Return of Dragon Patreon Ninja

Rob Nichols — Mon, 01 Apr 2019 05:00:25 +0000

Two podcast hosts facing impossible odds, battle the group of ninjas known as The Patreon Dragon. Their only defense? Great music, singing, dancing, and video games! Our show this week was recorded live for our Patreon members, and features music chosen by our listeners! Special thank you to: Cameron Werme, Chris Steenerson, Mixxmaster, Wicked Sephiroth, Souless Sanctuary, That Nick Walker, Ok Impala!, and Electricboogaloo.

Episode 17-7 Noriyuki Iwadare

Rob Nichols — Mon, 25 Mar 2019 05:00:29 +0000

Our podcast this week features only music composed by the prolific artist Noriyuki Iwadare! We find some great tracks in this episode, exploring not only his most famous games like Grandia and Langrisser, but also some interesting Japan-only titles on the PlayStation! Things go a little off the rails once we get into 90's-TV-sitcom-mode and Pernell finds his groove. Enjoy the music!

Episode 17-6 Villains with Cameron from The Mad Gear!

Rob Nichols — Mon, 18 Mar 2019 09:00:43 +0000

Villains are just plain terrible. Sometimes they're trying to end the world, sometimes they're turning woodland creatures into evil robots. But mostly all they want is to bring back swing music in the 90s, big brass bands and all. We have Cameron from The Mad Gear and joining us to sing along with these villainous hits, and think back fondly of all the bad guys who tried to destroy us.

Episode 17-5 Magical Adventures with Lame Genie!

Rob Nichols — Mon, 11 Mar 2019 09:00:57 +0000

Rob and Pernell travel across strange lands in search of musical adventure! Together they find magical cars, flying robots, and the fastest hedgehog alive. (which is 5 mph, btw). Joining this week for a brief interview/hang-sesh are the rockstar boys from video game music mega group Lame Genie!

Episode 17-4 Patreon Tea and Biscuits

Rob Nichols — Mon, 04 Mar 2019 10:00:25 +0000

This week's podcast features music so emotional, it drives Pernell into tears and Rob into song. We get serious about our pun-work, and get deep into the funk of the NBA! All tracks featured in the show this week were submissions by members of our Patreon! So we'd like to thank: Chris Schrenstrom, Chris Steenerson, Ok Impala!, Electricboogaloo, Wicked Sephiroth, and Morten Gangso, and That Nick Walker!. Thank you all so much!

Episode 17-3 Kingdom Hearts with Key Jay

Rob Nichols — Mon, 25 Feb 2019 10:00:12 +0000

Grab your zippers, chains, and Mickey Mouse hats! We are here to celebrate the release of Kingdom Hearts 3 with a super-special episode of Kingdom Hearts music! Superstar musician and Kingdom Hearts expert Key Jay is here to help us make sense of the story and timeline. If you listen closely, you can hear the point where are brains break!

Episode 17-2 Disney Games with XVGM Radio

Rob Nichols — Mon, 18 Feb 2019 10:00:33 +0000

Disney and video games go together like peanut butter and chocolate. And you've got to love the old-school Capcom disney games, but what about games outside of Capcom? What about games that aren't about specific characters or shows, but just "Princesses" who knows! Rob and Pernell are joined by Mike and Justin from XVGM Radio to take a deep dive into the world of Disney, music, and absolute silliness!

Episode 17-1 The Music of Ys with Chris Baines

Rob Nichols — Mon, 11 Feb 2019 10:00:14 +0000

It's Monday, and that means only one thing. FALCOM SOUND TEAM + VOLUME FULL BLAST! Be prepared for guitars, rock drums, violins, and the baddest synths of the 90s you've ever heard! The long running Ys series has some of the coolest music ever put to video games, and we're here to share the love, enjoy!

Episode 16-10 Cartoons LIVE at Everything Is Awesome!

Rob Nichols — Mon, 04 Feb 2019 10:00:20 +0000

This week on the podcast we listen to music from games based on cartoons! Mainly 90s cartoons, about saving the environment, and selling toys. Lots of toys! Rob quizzes Pernell on his video game knowledge, and Pernell goes off on the insane episodes of the Super Mario Bros. super show cartoon!

Episode 16-9 King of Patreon Fighters

Rob Nichols — Mon, 28 Jan 2019 10:00:25 +0000

Pick your fighters, pick your team! Pick your games, pick your music! This week's episode was streamed live for our Patreon members, featuring music selected our Patreon members! Expect high-energy music, with high-energy hosts! Enjoy!

Episode 16-8 Comic Books

Rob Nichols — Mon, 21 Jan 2019 10:00:44 +0000

Rob and Pernell are here! We're gonna take you for riiiiide! We look at comic book inspired video games, mainly from Marvel comics, and talk about 90s rappers, arcades, and just about anything but comic books! With great VGM power, comes great VGM responsibility. There are some serious jams throughout the episode, you will not be disappointed. Enjoy!

Episode 16-7 MagicalTimeBean Magic Time

Rob Nichols — Mon, 14 Jan 2019 10:00:32 +0000

Ian Stocker, aka MagicalTimeBean, is a musician/sound designer/developer who was specialized in handheld consoles and is now a solo developer/composer. After completing his first solo project Soulcaster, he created the indie puzzler hits Escape Goat and Escape Goat 2! Check out his YouTube for new music, and his website for information on his games.

Episode 16-6 Chill with KVGM Presents The Last Wave

Rob Nichols — Mon, 07 Jan 2019 10:00:29 +0000

Can you hear it? The sound of waves are getting nearer, like driving to the beach on a sunny weekend morning. You can just smell the ocean in the air. We're joined by Hammock, host of the smoooth VGM podcast (extra "o" for extra smoothness) KVGM Presents The Last Wave! We talk about smooth jazz, golfing video games, and the life-threatening dangers inherent in archaeology. Enjoy everybody!

Episode 16-5 The End of the World

Rob Nichols — Mon, 31 Dec 2018 10:00:37 +0000

It's New Year's Eve and we party the only way we know how, great video game music and best friends! Instead of talking about resolutions for the new year, we select our tracks based on the end of the world! Mostly, Rob misunderstood and there's some extra goodies in there. But they're great, trust us! Goodbye Earth!

Episode 16-4 The Big Chill Holiday Show

Rob Nichols — Mon, 24 Dec 2018 10:00:49 +0000

Enjoy this wintry mix of music and laughs from the brothers-Rhythm and Pixels! For us, the holidays are all about spending times with your friends and family. So what better way to celebrate than to answer some listener questions! What games are we looking forward to 2019? What IS up with Xmas Nights? Why does Pernell keep singing Dragula by Rob Zombie? (I'm still trying to figure that one out)

Episode 16-3 Underworld Driver

Rob Nichols — Mon, 17 Dec 2018 12:59:34 +0000

The theme this week is music and games focused around a single word! Well, since there are 2 hosts it's really 2 words. But then they talk for way too long during the intro of the show and that's many more words! Also, stay tuned in through the episode for a fun word-puzzle game that drives Pernell insane!

Episode 16-2 Supernatural with Ed from The VGMbassy

Rob Nichols — Mon, 10 Dec 2018 10:00:24 +0000

We care about the important things on this show. Hanging out with friends, listening to music, the family business. So, just so you know, this whole episode revolves around the long-running television drama "Supernatural". We pick music based on its monsters, and nerd-out over our favorite episodes and characters. Yeah, we did that. Joining us on this hell-ride is none other than Ed Wilson from The VGMbassy podcast! Ed has become a great friend of ours, and as it all turns out a huge Supernatural fan! When you're done listening to our show, go check out his great guest-focused VGM podcast!

Episode 16-1 Podcastiversary 3!

Rob Nichols — Mon, 03 Dec 2018 10:00:44 +0000

We've done it! Three years of podcasts, video game music, and friendship! Let's reflect back on our favorite tracks and episodes of the last year, you may be surprised at what we pick! There's celebratory beverages, behind-the-scenes podcast stories, and fun trivia quizzes which Pernell is way too good at.

Episode 15-10 The Lovely Wildcard Justice Attack

Rob Nichols — Mon, 26 Nov 2018 10:00:21 +0000

Get in your jumpsuit and climb in your 50 foot tall robot, it's time to save the world! Invaders from another planet are threatening our music, and we must stop them with our only defense! Great video game music with no topic restrictions!

Episode 15-9 Medical Music

Rob Nichols — Mon, 19 Nov 2018 10:00:12 +0000

Music is the best medicine, and your favorite podcast-friends are licensed rhythm doctors! We're talking about surgery simulation games, healing items, and romantic visual novels about doctors. Enjoy the music!

Episode 15-8 The Geek Trifecta

Rob Nichols — Mon, 12 Nov 2018 10:00:31 +0000

This week on the show we listen to music from games based on what we call The Geek Trifecta: Anime, American Comic Books, and Cosplay! We talk about anime conventions of long ago, and anime of long ago. We also have lots to catch up on at the top of the show, so I hope you don't mind a little preamble :) Enjoy!

Episode 15-7 The Arcade Racing Mixtape

Rob Nichols — Mon, 05 Nov 2018 10:00:17 +0000

Nothing but catchy pop-tunes and fast soul music in this week's show! It's a solid mixtape to put in your car, and take to the highway at reasonable speeds! Inspired by famous Japanese drift-racers, Rob and Pernell have left their jobs as podcast hosts to pursue their dreams of becoming the ultimate eurobeat pop-stars! Look out for their latest single: Speed Love of Night Love to Drive Get Your Engine Sexy ~ Speed Mix!

Episode 15-6 It Came From Inside The Podcast

Rob Nichols — Mon, 29 Oct 2018 09:00:36 +0000

During a time of the year when everyone is putting on masks, turning out the lights, and scaring each other silly, we are here for you! This week we listen to Halloween-themed music suggested from our Patreon members! Our music picks this week come from: Bobby Aarsen, Electricboogaloo, WickedSephiroth, Souless009, David Smith, Daniel Laughton, Henrik Anderson, and OK Imapala!

Episode 15-5 Get Nostalgic with Knight of The Round

Rob Nichols — Mon, 22 Oct 2018 09:00:47 +0000

This week we listen to games that we all have special memories of. These games may not be our favorites now, but they will always have a special place in our hearts. We talk about when we started appreciating game music, bullet-hell therapy, and why is it that musicians of the HEAVIEST of metal groups are also the chillest! Speaking of which, joining us this week is Final Fantasy metal group Knight of the Round!

Episode 15-4 Dragons with Gunblade X

Rob Nichols — Mon, 15 Oct 2018 09:00:25 +0000

Dragons have invaded the podcast, and we are the only ones to stop them! Or rather, we are here to tame them! We will ride them, RIDE THEM TO VICTORY! Joining us on this adventure is the video game rock band Gunblade X. Grab your sword, your shield, and be prepared to ROCK.

Episode 15-3 Dreams

Rob Nichols — Mon, 08 Oct 2018 09:00:46 +0000

Sit down on our couch, close your eyes, and tell us about your dreams. We listen to music from games based on dreams, games about dreams, and music designed to put you in a dream-like state. Also, Pernell is coming after Best Buy, lots of broccoli talk, and music that ranges from chill to insane.

Episode 15-2 Brass Instruments with Mitchel Wong

Rob Nichols — Mon, 01 Oct 2018 09:00:23 +0000

We listen to video game music with brass instruments, front and center. This means trombones, saxophones, and trumpets! Expect music from across the game console spectrum, from the SNES to the Sega Saturn, we've got it!

Episode 15-1 Patreon Pineapples

Rob Nichols — Mon, 24 Sep 2018 09:00:49 +0000

It's time for another live-streamed episode! All music this week has been picked by our lovely Patreon subscribers, thank you! Pizza is a big topic around the R&P office cooler, but our conversation goes all over the place.

Episode 14-10 Go To Jail

Rob Nichols — Mon, 17 Sep 2018 09:00:25 +0000

Framed for a crime we're 99% sure they didn't commit, Rob and Pernell listen to music on the run. Looking for their arch-nemesis, the criminal that set the police on their trail. And their enemies in their path.

Episode 14-9 Football vs Football with Forever Sound Version

Rob Nichols — Mon, 10 Sep 2018 13:51:15 +0000

Football! Football! Football! Why do a focus on just one game of football when we can get all the footballs into one episode! We look at games of soccer, American football, and futbol! Helping us out this week is Michael Bridgewater from the excellent video game podcast Forever Sound Version. We are big fans of his show and excited to have him with us again on this sports-themed monster of an episode. Enjoy!

Episode 14-8 Patreon Music for Life

Rob Nichols — Mon, 03 Sep 2018 09:00:52 +0000

This week's soundtrack is provided by supporters of Patreon! We talk about our favorite Batmen, and take a look at Pernell's professional RPG speed-running career. Throughout the episode, Pernell attempts to complete Ninja Gaiden 2, and Rob distracts him through the power of modern dance.

Episode 14-7 Memes

Rob Nichols — Mon, 27 Aug 2018 09:00:42 +0000

Likes podcasts. Puts video game music in every episode. In this week's podcast we pick a song that matches a video game meme, so get ready for LOTS of memes! This topic was brought to us from Good Guy Messenger!

Episode 14-6 Suspense with Erik Desiderio

Rob Nichols — Mon, 20 Aug 2018 09:00:43 +0000

Dark clouds are looming over this podcast, something's happening. Something great and terrible! On this week's episode we listen to moody and suspenseful music, perfect to ramp-up the tension on an otherwise fun and friendly podcast. But of course we can't hold it in, and this episode features more singing and silliness than ever! To help us out this week we're joined by game composer Erik Desiderio (Anshar Online, Diablo III: Rise of the Necromancer, Adventure Time VR) Erik is an award-winnner composer for film, TV, and of course, video games!

Episode 14-5 Creative Games with Chris Baines

Rob Nichols — Mon, 13 Aug 2018 09:00:52 +0000

Yo Dawg, did you ever play a game and want to make another game inside of that game? We're talking all things creativity and listening to the music that accompanies your game building fun!

Episode 14-4 Fish Dance Party

Rob Nichols — Mon, 06 Aug 2018 09:00:48 +0000

Rob goes head-first into the fishing game deep end and finds that there is so much more to listen to! Enjoy this short mix-tape of excellent fishing music to cast your week and catch a great day! Oh, and enjoy the stylings of MC Sega Bass Fishing!

Episode 14-3 Fishing Music

Rob Nichols — Mon, 30 Jul 2018 09:00:06 +0000

Let's listen to music for fish! We're talking about classic fishing video games, and even some mini-games about fishing within other games. SO MANY FISH. No matter what angle we come at it, we find super-chill, jazzy, and always positive music. Special shout-out to listener Wicked Sephiroth for the track suggestions which spawned this whopper of an episode! (pun intended)

Episode 14-2 Patreon Pizza Party

Rob Nichols — Mon, 23 Jul 2018 09:00:16 +0000

Pizza time! This week we exclusively play music suggested exclusively from members of our Patreon! Exclusive! Rob and Pernell haven't recorded in a little while since they've been travelling so much, so there's lots of silly banter and a (too much) singing!

Episode 14-1 Vacation Tunes

Rob Nichols — Mon, 09 Jul 2018 09:00:39 +0000

Whether you love to go camping, or chill-out at the beach, vacation is a time to relax and take your mind off responsibilities for a short time. Rob and Pernell pick tunes perfect for your road-trip, or for sitting in the perfect chair reading a good book!

Episode 13-10 Wild Wild West

Rob Nichols — Mon, 02 Jul 2018 09:00:59 +0000

Yeeeee-haw! Rob and Pernell ride again! This week it's all about games and music focused on the American Old-West! Don't let the topic full you though, we've pulled some seriously smooth tunes on this one. Enjoy!

Episode 13-9 Space is the Place

Rob Nichols — Mon, 25 Jun 2018 09:00:21 +0000

That's right. Rob and Pernell are back. And this time it's personal....lly one of the greatest podcast episodes ever recorded... about space inspired video game music! Still with us? Good! Pernell is back from E3 with some fun stories, and Rob has been playing more video games! Like, two of them! Astounding! Enjoy the riiiiiiide!

Episode 13-8 Romancing Ed from The VGMbassy

Rob Nichols — Mon, 11 Jun 2018 09:00:05 +0000

Turn the lights down low, and put your phone on Do Not Disturb. It's time for slow jams. Romantic grooves. Smooth, and sexy music from video games is the topic for the week! We talk about how to describe the feeling of music, the problem with fan service in video games, and of course, free love-advice from the love gurus: Rhythm and Pixels. Joining this week is Ed from the upcoming VGM podcast, The VGMbassy! Ed is a good friend of ours, and he brings a wealth of video game musical knowledge to the show that is second to none!

Episode 13-7: The Search for the Haunted Jukebox with The VGM Jukebox!

Rob Nichols — Mon, 04 Jun 2018 09:00:12 +0000

Josh and Keyglyph from The VGM Jukebox podcast have lost their Haunted Jukebox! The only way to find The Haunted Jukebox? With jazz-club inspired video game music! They travel from their Overworld and into Rob and Pernell's listening room! It's a mystery of Scooby-Doo levels, and a cross-over more awesome than when The Flintstones met The Jetsons! Enjoy this extra long cross-over episode, complete with mystery, personal stories, and EXCELLENT MUSIC.

Episode 13-6: Rain

Rob Nichols — Mon, 28 May 2018 09:00:50 +0000

It's raining outside! That means we need to stay inside all day and play video games! Darn! Rob and Pernell share their favorite rainy-day themed music! Rain used in games as back-drops to set the mood and create a unique atmosphere, so the music is composed accordingly. Pernell shares his thoughts on his panels at Anime Central, and they both discuss the effects of time travel.

Episode 13-5 Patreon Salad

Rob Nichols — Mon, 21 May 2018 09:00:39 +0000

We're on a diet this week, eating nothing but salads! We have no topic this week, just excellent listener-suggested music! We give a preference to our Patreon subscribers, as this recording was streamed live for all of our supporters! We talk about our favorite racing games, Rob mispronounces MANY names, and there's a ton of singing. So much singing! Enjoy the show!

Episode 13-4 Infiltration

Rob Nichols — Mon, 14 May 2018 09:00:47 +0000

This week's topic is all bout sneaking around, breaking and entering, and ... E-Sports??? We talk about summer time at the beach, bank heists, bunny-people, and the greatest professional Korean gamer of all time.

Episode 13-3 Hip Hop with 2 Mello

Rob Nichols — Mon, 07 May 2018 09:00:46 +0000

Jump around, jump around, jump around-yeah! This week we listen to classic hip-hop, and classic hip-hop inspired, video game music! It gets funky, it gets heavy, and then it gets cheesey... oh boy it gets cheesey in places :) We are joined by the talented producer and video game composer, 2 Mello! (2064 Read Only Memories, Celeste) He wanted to jump on our show and talk about the cross-over of video games into hip-hop, and sometimes vice-versa. We talk about the use of samples, old hardware, and our favorite Jet Set Radio characters.

Episode 13-2 Pinball Games

Rob Nichols — Mon, 30 Apr 2018 09:00:24 +0000

Let's talk pinball, man. PIN BALL MAAAAAAANNNN!! Rob and Pernell listen to great music from video games based on pinball games, or using pinball game mechanics! And hoo-boy there are a lot of them! Pinball is a unique game that combines dexterity and physics with electronics. Moving this game into the digital world means you can add moving characters, RPG elements, and even blue sparks!

Episode 13-1 Boys with Bats

Rob Nichols — Mon, 23 Apr 2018 09:00:39 +0000

Today on the show Rob and Pernell start their own Major League Podcast team, the Wilmington Chiptuners! Not really though, this week's episode is all about video game characters who carry bats! Or big sticks! Or you know, something like that... we've got all sorts of ideas. We talk about the nostalgia we have for places we used to live, the romance of Tommy Lasord, and how to navigate the spirit world of Weehawken New Jersey. This week's topic was submitted by listener Wicked Sephiroth! High five!

Episode 12-12 12×12

Rob Nichols — Mon, 16 Apr 2018 09:00:19 +0000

Join us into the first episode 12 ever recorded, exclusively for world 12. We hit the multiplication tables and talk edutainment video games in this podcast! Do you know what makes educational games more interesting? HEAVY BEATS AND HEAVY SYNTHS. The kids will love it!

EpisoDE 12-0xB Glitches

Rob Nichols — Mon, 09 Apr 2018 09:00:30 +0000

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Episode 12-10 NES Jams!

Rob Nichols — Mon, 02 Apr 2018 09:00:35 +0000

t's time to get serious about the square-wave. So let's have the talk... COME ON AND SLAM AND WELCOME TO THE JAM! COME ON AND SLAM IF YOU WANT TO JAM! NES! NES! Rob and Pernell listen to their favorites from the Nintendo Entertainment System! Things get a little silly, and we ask for silly suggestions from Facebook live on the show, get weird with us!

Episode 12-9 Mega Man with The Megas’ Josh Breeding

Rob Nichols — Mon, 26 Mar 2018 09:00:37 +0000

Arm your Mega Buster and GET EQUIPPED with excellent game music from the Mega Man series! We hit games ranging from NES all the way through to the PlayStation in search of the best and baddest Mega Man tracks there are! Joining us on this quest is Josh Breeding of the Mega Man inspired rock band The Megas! The Megas cover Mega Man (and more!) music with their own arrangements and inspired lyrics. Going beyond VGM karaoke and giving life and emotion to the Blue Bomber and his robot brothers!

Episode 12-8 Horror Games with Viking Guitar Live

Rob Nichols — Mon, 19 Mar 2018 09:00:25 +0000

Viking Guitar are here to answer the big questions. How do you introduce yourself to your favorite band? What arcade games interest bassists more than lead guitarists? How do you win on The Price is Right? Members of the collective Viking Guitar Live are here to talk horror games, horror movies, and great video game music!

Episode 12-7 The Wildcard Nebula

Rob Nichols — Mon, 12 Mar 2018 09:00:32 +0000

Once again Rob and Pernell fly the starship VGM into the Wildcard Nebula, looking for the hottest video game tracks, and it's tight. Expect slamming heavy metal tunes, killer NES jams, and good friends. Rob talks about his days playing Marvel vs. Capcom 2 back in his arcade days, and Pernell wants to see more exercise-related video games in gyms. The conversation continues, and continues further than usual due to problems with the space-time-continuum in this: The Wildcard Nebula.

12-6 R&P Recommends

Rob Nichols — Mon, 05 Mar 2018 10:00:59 +0000

We leave the comfy confines of episode topics and dive head-first into the dangerous waters of video game recommendations! Rob suggests that games that weren't as bad as you might remember, and Pernell talks about forgotten favorites. It's an eclectic episode with a surprising amount of Nintendo DS music!

Episode 12-5 Monster Party!

Rob Nichols — Mon, 26 Feb 2018 10:00:42 +0000

This episode is all about monsters in video games! Rob thinks it's about games where you play as monsters, and Pernell thinks it's about games where the focus is destroying monsters. Will this misunderstanding finally end their friendship!? Spoiler! Nothing can ruin their friendship. They talk about how to describe music and attempt to find more uses for the word ignorant.

12-4 Random Battles with Random Battles

Rob Nichols — Mon, 19 Feb 2018 10:00:19 +0000

Let me tell you, that walk to the village isn't as safe as you think. Let me tell you, that walk to the village isn't as short as you think. The road is dangerous with RANDOM BATTLES! This week it's all about that random battle music!

Episode 12-3 Zelda with Master Sword

Rob Nichols — Mon, 12 Feb 2018 10:00:06 +0000

High adventure and HEAVY METAL! We listen to great Zelda game music from all across the generations. Joining us this week is the Zelda-inspired heavy metal group Master Sword! We talk hook-shots, operatic metal, and winding stair-cases. It's dangerous to go alone, listen to this podcast!

Episode 12-2 Retro Tributes

Rob Nichols — Mon, 05 Feb 2018 10:00:28 +0000

We are seeing so many great new games recently with a retro-aesthetic, and we love it! Whether it's pixelized 16-bit style artwork, or classic gameplay mechanics, it's something that we're drawn to immediately. The music is no different, borrowing from the sounds of past hardware and putting an original spin on it.

Episode 12-1 Shmups with Chris Baines Music

Rob Nichols — Mon, 29 Jan 2018 10:00:51 +0000

When I think of shmups, I think of grazing bullets, exploding pop-corn, 1CC's, and the STG bible: The Full Extend of the Jam. But let's get into the music! We're joined by VGM rock-MASTER Chris Baines to share our favorite 2D shooter music! He shares his love of all things Gradius, and we get into how there's so many awesome jazz-licks in these games. Wait are you waiting for? ENEMY APPROACHING!

Episode 11-10 Shonen Games

Rob Nichols — Mon, 22 Jan 2018 10:00:38 +0000

Let's listen to music that can get you powered up! Music that makes you feel like you can save the world even though your just a high school kid with magical powers! We explore the world of Shonen Jump video games and video game cross-overs!

Episode 11-9 Rock Music 2

Rob Nichols — Mon, 15 Jan 2018 10:00:23 +0000

For those who are about to Rockman, we salute you! This is the podcast's second dive into video game rock music, and this time it's personal. Pernell gives blood just before recording, so you're in for an extra special treat. Rob sings his favorite fighting game moves, and Pernell reminisces about childhood games played in his neighborhood. (it's amazing we survived our childhood)

Bonus Beats Vol. 2

Rob Nichols — Mon, 08 Jan 2018 10:00:26 +0000

It's the most MagFest'iest time of the year! That means Pernell is travelling and partying with hundreds of music and game enthusiasts, and Rob is all alone! ALL ALONE! So enjoy this super DJ mix of synthwave style remixes and original game tunes!

Episode 11-8 FM Synth Madness with Ed

Rob Nichols — Mon, 01 Jan 2018 10:00:15 +0000

Grab your keyboards let's celebrate all the great things Yamaha did for classic game consoles and computer systems! We focus strictly on FM synth music composed for games, particularly anything with big chunky bass and funked up keyboard leads!

Episode 11-7 Holiday Special!

Rob Nichols — Mon, 25 Dec 2017 10:00:32 +0000

This very special episode was recorded in front of a live Facebook studio audience! We listen to great snowy and icy tunes! We talk about Gameboys of Christmas's past! And we goof off with everyone on Facebook during the live stream! So let's have some fun!

Episode 11-6 Arabesque Music

Rob Nichols — Mon, 18 Dec 2017 10:00:16 +0000

This week we listen to game music used typically in desert stages, often to create the atmosphere of Arabic architecture and landscapes. Stereotypes aside, there are some fantastic melodies and rhythms to be found in these games. So take off your shoes and dive in with us!

Episode 11-5 Blue Sky Games

Rob Nichols — Mon, 11 Dec 2017 10:00:16 +0000

Happy characters, beautiful scenery, and extra catchy melodies. This is what we mean by "Blue Sky" games. Get ready for a shower of positive energy and good times with some good friends!

Episode 11-4 Podcastiversary 2!

Rob Nichols — Mon, 04 Dec 2017 10:00:39 +0000

It's been (ITS BEEN) TWO YEARS of the podcast, so it's time for another celebration! But didn't you just celebrate 100 episodes? We did! Who cares! Rob and Pernell pick their top 5 songs of the past year, pop bottles, laugh uncontrollably at Pernell's fake curse-words, and discover that Andore is the Sorting-Hat of the Mad Gear gang. Thanks to a gift from a special listener, things go a little off the rails.

Episode 11-3 Food Fight featuring Gonzalo Varela from Fight’N Rage!

Rob Nichols — Mon, 27 Nov 2017 10:00:09 +0000

Episode 11-2 Beat’em Ups 2 with Masikus!

Rob Nichols — Mon, 20 Nov 2017 10:00:13 +0000

Brawlers. Beat'em ups. Punchy-kicky men. These are all terms for a popular style of arcade game that brings kids together, and tears families apart. Okay so I'm making some of this stuff up. This is our second look at the popular beat-em-up genre, but this time with no system restrictions.

Episode 11-1: Live at Thy Geekdom Con!

Rob Nichols — Mon, 13 Nov 2017 10:00:03 +0000

Rob and Pernell leave the safety and protection of their studio so they can present awesome video game music to a crowd of unsuspecting cosplayers! This week is a live a recording from the weekend-long anime/video games/cosplay festival known as Thy Geekdom Con! Pernell brings the crowd-pleasers, but Rob just wants to fight with good-old battle music!

Episode 10-10 100th Episode Celebration!

Rob Nichols — Mon, 06 Nov 2017 10:00:21 +0000

In the words of Kool & The Gang: Celebrate Podcasts! Okay I know that's not what they said, but it's what they meant. This episode marks 100 episodes of Rhtyhm and Pixels! That's 100 MP3 files of great music, remixes, and friendship. We celebrate by revisiting our favorite topics from each "podcast world", and choosing new tracks! Why did we do this funky episode numbering in the first place? Don't worry about it!

Episode 10-9 Fan Favorites

Rob Nichols — Mon, 30 Oct 2017 09:00:12 +0000

Well, you've finally done it. You've taken over the show! In this very special episode is powered by you, the listeners! Rob and Pernell play selections submitted to them over the past 2 years of the podcast, and there are some FANTASTIC picks in this one! There's classic, there's new, and there's romantic-ninja-singing. Ya dig?

Episode 10-8 Halloween Music

Rob Nichols — Mon, 23 Oct 2017 09:00:39 +0000

It's nearly Halloween, so Rob and Pernell get in the mood with some music from spooky and scary video games! That's the plan anyway, Pernell comes up with his own episode theme. Your hosts talk about their favorite horror movies, and crack jokes at their listeners taking part in the live stream!

Episode 10-7 Music For Driving

Rob Nichols — Mon, 16 Oct 2017 09:00:03 +0000

Deep bass, deep grooves, and mountains of lush synthesizer sounds. This week we look for the perfect driving music, and end up finding the best synthwave ever composed for video games.

Episode 10-6 Cave Music

Rob Nichols — Mon, 09 Oct 2017 09:00:37 +0000

Join us on a deep-dive exploration of cave related music! Creepy caverns, dangerous dungeons, and um.. uh... murky mines? Pernell's tracks make Rob feel like he's in a chill and romantic underground grotto, hanging with all of his magical friends with none excluded. Keep listening for the Bonus Round part of the show, it's an awesome one this week!

Episode 10-5 Rob Hubbard

Rob Nichols — Mon, 02 Oct 2017 09:00:33 +0000

Looking for the best C64 music the little computer system has to offer? How about the most ROCKIN Genesis tunes you've ever heard? Then look no further! We do a composer-focused episode devoted to none-other than Rob Hubbard!

Episode 10-4 PC RPG Music with WASD

Rob Nichols — Mon, 25 Sep 2017 09:00:36 +0000

You! Traveler! Stop there! You may not enter the town of Pernellshire without first collecting some items I require. My family has been attacked by orcs, and I need you to collect 50 squirrel skins. There, off you go! No use standing around. Go on then.

Episode 10-3 Metroid

Rob Nichols — Mon, 18 Sep 2017 09:00:30 +0000

Welcome to the surface of RNP388. We need your help eliminating the alien threat. You alone can stop the invasion armed with your boom-box full of excellent Metroid music!

Episode 10-2 Yoko Shimomura

Rob Nichols — Mon, 11 Sep 2017 09:00:25 +0000

Tune in as we focus on the works of composer Yoko Shimomura! She has worked in the business since the 80s with such amazing music ranging from Street Fighter II to Kingdom Hearts. Rob and Pernell share tracks from her amazing career, and share stories of old arcades, and mythical animals.

Episode 10-1 World Maps 2 with Amanda Lepre

Rob Nichols — Mon, 04 Sep 2017 05:00:16 +0000

This week we take a second look at music composed specifically for world maps in games. We are honored to have a musical guest joining us, Amanda Lepre from the band Descendants of Erdrick! She brings her vast musical insight and love of fantasy RPG's to the conversation. We discuss how important it is for world map music to create the mood, emotionally setting up the player for a new section of the game.