BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast
BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast is a video game music and discussion show where we never play the same track more than once... or at least try not to! Every Wednesday and several Sundays, Bryan & Bedroth (and Kyle once a month) from RPGera present a selection of VGM for your listening pleasure based on a theme, series, composer, individual game, or an eclectic mix with Radio Hour to close each month! We also have A Musical Review, which is our version of reviews for new release games. Bedroth also presents BGMania B-Sides twice a month, which is a smaller focus on a particular game. We hope you’ll join us on this musical adventure. Trust us.. this is not your typical VGM-related podcast!
Episodes
Episode #392 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth continue the spooky month with one of gaming's most iconic archetypes, Mad Scientists! From whimsical inventors tinkering with impossible contraptions to sinister masterminds conducting horrific experiments, video game music has captured the full spectrum of scientific obsession gone too far.
We'll journey through laboratories both benign and ...
BGMania B-Sides #33 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bedroth explores the epic and evocative soundtrack of Hades II, the critically acclaimed roguelike from Supergiant Games. Perfect for a B-Sides in October!
The haunting score serves as the perfect backdrop for Melinoë's journey through the Underworld and beyond, featuring an incredible collection of tracks that blend orchestral grandeur with intimate voc...
Episode #391 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. October has arrived! Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth kick off the spooky month with one of horror's most unsettling rural themes - Scarecrows & Cornfields! Silent sentinels watching over abandoned farms, endless corn mazes where danger lurks just out of sight, and the primal fear of isolation in wide open spaces create the perfect atmosphere for Halloween terror.
Bonus Episode #54 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. The storm is far from over. Kaelen and Torren's desperate flight from the massive Cindercloak airship leads them deeper into the treacherous Stormweave Isles, where floating islands spin in perpetual tempest and the very air crackles with corrupted magic. As they seek refuge among storm-wracked ruins and forgotten shrines, uncomfortable questions begin to surface about allie...
Episode #390 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan closes out the month of September 2025 with another eclectic mix in Radio Hour, Volume 79!
We dive into hidden gems from obscure 90s titles, showcase massive new releases that are defining 2025's gaming landscape, and celebrate the incredible diversity of listener submissions that keep this show thriving. Whether you're here for atmospheric detective myst...
BGMania B-Sides #32 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bedroth explores the atmospheric and driving soundtrack of Earthion, the intense side-scrolling space shooter featuring the legendary compositional work of Yuzo Koshiro.
Known for his groundbreaking work on classics like Streets of Rage and Actraiser, Koshiro brings his signature electronic mastery to this recentl...
Episode #389 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth ascend through the haunting kingdom of Pharloom with a complete spotlight on Hollow Knight: Silksong! This episode celebrates Team Cherry's follow-up to Hollow Knight and Christopher Larkin's masterful 53-track symphony that finally arrived after years of anticipation, showcasing how his compositions perfectly capture Hornet's perilous climb f...
Bonus Episode #53 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan trudges forward in Lost Soul Aside, Yang Bing's solo passion project that started development in 2014 before evolving into a full Sony-backed production through the China Hero Project.
Our comprehensive review covers everything from the soundtrack to the frustrating audio mixing issues, the impressive visual art direction hampered by technical proble...
Episode #388 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth celebrate the golden beauty of Autumn Environments! This episode showcases how game composers capture that distinctive autumn atmosphere - the crisp air, the crunch of leaves underfoot, and that bittersweet feeling of seasonal transition that makes fall such a beloved time of year in interactive entertainment.
Whether it's the comfort of commu...
BGMania B-Sides #31 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bedroth explores the enchanting orchestral soundtrack of Adventures of Mana, the beloved action-RPG remake from Square Enix.
The sweeping soundtrack serves as the perfect companion for the Mana Tree's magical world, featuring an incredible collection of tracks with lush string arrangements and mystical melodic themes. Reimagined by composer Kenji Ito alo...
Episode #387 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth dive deep into the innovative musical world of Lena Raine, one of gaming's most emotionally resonant and versatile composers. From her breakthrough work on the indie platformer Celeste to her contributions to major franchises like Minecraft and Guild Wars 2, Raine has consistently crafted soundscapes that blend electronic innovation with organ...
Bonus Episode #52 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan unleashes his blade on Shinobi: Art of Vengeance, the 2025 hand-drawn masterpiece that brings Joe Musashi roaring back to life. Join us for our exclusive BGMania review, exploring the game's fluid combat system, breathtaking artistic presentation, and a phenomenal soundtrack crafted by the legendary duo of Tee Lopes and Yuzo Koshiro. From vengeanc...
Episode #386 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan closes out the month of August 2025 with another eclectic mix in Radio Hour, Volume 78!
We're going on a sonic journey from Persian parkour to cyberpunk cemeteries and everywhere in between! This episode features fresh releases like The Rogue Prince of Persia and Mafia: The Old Country alongside incredible listener submissions from our Discord and Instagr...
BGMania B-Sides #30 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bedroth explores the vibrant synth-pop soundtrack of Wheel World, the charming cycling adventure from Messhof and Annapurna Interactive.
The neon soundtrack serves as the perfect backdrop for Kat's cycling adventures, featuring an incredible collection of tracks with dew-droppy bell melodies and electrifying synth propulsion. Created by artists from the ...
Episode #385 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth set off on a globe-trotting musical adventure with Vacation Destinations. From grand European-inspired capitals to spooky holiday towns, from the sun-drenched vineyards of Toussaint to the vibrant celebrations of Rio, we’re exploring songs that capture the spirit of travel, culture, and escape.
Each track is more than just music, it’s a ticket...
Bonus Episode #51 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. A tale written in starlight begins. The Starbinder’s Oath is an original high-fantasy radio drama told through narration, sound, and the music of video games. In Part One, The Loom of Stars, we follow Kaelen, a young initiate and the last remaining of the ancient Starbinders, as he steps into a world of fractured constellations, forgotten ruins, and shadowed betrayals.
Acros...
Episode #384 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, get ready to smash through everything and barrel into adventure as Bryan and Bedroth shine the spotlight on Donkey Kong Bananza, the brand-new Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive that’s already stealing hearts (and bananas) worldwide.
From toe-tapping tropical grooves to emotional vocal performances, this episode captures the full range of Bananza’s musical magic. Alon...
BGMania B-Sides #29 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bedroth takes us into the charming, fast-paced world of Chiki’s Chase, a colorful platformer with a soundtrack as lively and adventurous as its gameplay.
From the bouncy opening through the layered variations of the different levels, every track bursts with personality. Whether you’ve played the game or are discovering its soundtrack for the first time, ...
Episode #383 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, the sweet, syncopated swing of jazz takes center stage. Bryan and Bedroth delve into the genre’s unmistakable influence on game soundtracks, from smooth and smoky lounge tunes to frantic, bebop-inspired boss battles.
Join us for a journey through saxophones, upright bass lines, and muted trumpets, as we tap into games like Persona 5, Mario Kart 8, Gravity Rush,...
Bonus Episode #50 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan dives into the electrifying world of Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound, the 2025 2D action-platformer that’s slicing its way into gamers’ hearts.
Join us for our exclusive BGMania review, exploring the game’s razor-sharp gameplay, stunning pixel-art visuals, and a transcendent soundtrack led by Sergio de Prado and Ninja Gaiden legends Keiji Yamagishi, Kaori Na...
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