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Doom Soundtrack Enshrined in National Recording Registry, Joins Gaming Hall of Fame
music14 days ago

Doom Soundtrack Enshrined in National Recording Registry, Joins Gaming Hall of Fame

The 1993 Doom soundtrack by Bobby Prince has been added to the National Recording Registry, marking it as culturally significant and making it the third piece of video game music to be inducted (after the Super Mario Bros. theme and the Minecraft soundtrack) and the first American game composer to be listed, with the selection placed alongside a roster of other iconic US recordings that range from classic singles to influential albums.

via Aftermath|
#bobby-prince#doom-1993-soundtrack#mario-bros-theme
"Nobuo Uematsu to Compose Final Fantasy 7 Remake Trilogy Finale"
gaming2 years ago

"Nobuo Uematsu to Compose Final Fantasy 7 Remake Trilogy Finale"

Final Fantasy composer Nobuo Uematsu expressed his willingness to return for the final game in the Final Fantasy VII remake trilogy, despite previous rumors of retirement. Creative director Tetsuya Nomura proposed the idea, to which Uematsu agreed, stating it would be an honor. Uematsu, known for his work on the series since its inception, also acknowledged the physical and mental strain of composing for a video game and expressed satisfaction with his recent compositions. The release date for the third game in the trilogy is yet to be announced.

via IGN|
#final-fantasy#final-fantasy-vii-remake#gaming
"Nobuo Uematsu to Compose Final Fantasy 7 Remake Trilogy's Epic Finale Theme"
gaming2 years ago

"Nobuo Uematsu to Compose Final Fantasy 7 Remake Trilogy's Epic Finale Theme"

Nobuo Uematsu, renowned for composing music for the first nine Final Fantasy games, has agreed to compose the main theme for the third game in the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy, despite previously expressing doubts about his ability to compose an entire game's soundtrack. In a recent conversation, Uematsu confirmed his commitment to the project, expressing a sense of finality and satisfaction with his contributions to the series.

via Video Games Chronicle|
#final-fantasy-7-remake#gaming#main-theme
"From GBA to Switch: Mario vs. Donkey Kong's Timeless Rivalry"
gaming2 years ago

"From GBA to Switch: Mario vs. Donkey Kong's Timeless Rivalry"

The original composers of Mario vs. Donkey Kong for the GBA, DigiPen Music Department, were brought back to revamp the game's score for its Switch remake, incorporating acoustic performances to complement the virtual soundscape. The team, with a long history of work with Nintendo, had to keep their involvement under wraps while continuing to work as teachers at DigiPen. Lawrence Schwedler, one of the original composers, praised the freedom given by Shigeru Miyamoto and Koji Kondo and described the project as "the opportunity of a lifetime."

via Nintendo Life|
#digipen-music-department#gaming#mario-vs-donkey-kong
"FF7 Rebirth Fans Showcase Musical Talent at Tifa's Piano"
gaming2 years ago

"FF7 Rebirth Fans Showcase Musical Talent at Tifa's Piano"

Fans of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth are showcasing their creativity by sharing piano covers from the game's demo, which features a playable piano minigame in Tifa's house. Players have been creating covers of Final Fantasy tunes, pop songs, and even classical pieces, with the demo receiving positive feedback for its interactive piano feature. The demo is currently available, with the full release scheduled for 29th February.

via Eurogamer.net|
#demo#final-fantasy-7-rebirth#gaming
"Koji Kondo Unveils Secrets Behind Super Mario Bros.' Iconic Music"
gaming2 years ago

"Koji Kondo Unveils Secrets Behind Super Mario Bros.' Iconic Music"

Legendary video game composer Koji Kondo discusses the process of creating the iconic Ground Theme for Super Mario Bros. on the Nintendo Entertainment System. Kondo reveals that his first attempt at composing a track was scrapped because it didn't match the gameplay, but the second track he made perfectly captured the rhythm of running and jumping. He explains that he played the game multiple times to find the right rhythm and continued to do so for subsequent games in the series. Kondo also shares his desire to create unique and enjoyable music that didn't fit into any specific genre.

via My Nintendo News|
#game-development#gaming#koji-kondo
"Imagine Dragons Soar with Original Starfield Anthem"
gaming2 years ago

"Imagine Dragons Soar with Original Starfield Anthem"

Bethesda has collaborated with Imagine Dragons to create an original song called "Children of the Sky (a Starfield song)" to promote the launch of their upcoming game, Starfield. The song's lyrics reflect the game's themes and can be streamed on various platforms. This is not the first time a high-profile band has created music for a video game, as Imagine Dragons previously wrote a song for the League of Legends TV series. Starfield preorders are currently discounted, and the game will be released on August 31 for certain editions and September 5 for others.

via GameSpot|
#bethesda#gaming#imagine-dragons
Assassin's Creed Mirage: From Leaks to Capturing the Islamic Golden Age.
gaming3 years ago

Assassin's Creed Mirage: From Leaks to Capturing the Islamic Golden Age.

Composer Brendan Angelides, known as Eskmo or Welder, collaborated with Middle Eastern musicians to create the soundtrack for the upcoming video game Assassin's Creed Mirage, set in 9th-century Baghdad. Angelides fused electronic and orchestral music, while Palestinian composer and orchestrator Akram Haddad incorporated Middle Eastern elements for historical accuracy. The soundtrack blends Arabic and western music seamlessly, with a focus on respecting each tradition's specific musical idioms and techniques. Assassin's Creed Mirage will launch on multiple platforms in 2023.

via The Guardian|
#assassins-creed#electronic-music#gaming