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BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast

RPGera
Hitoshi Sakimoto
Cassette Beasts
Alan Wake II
Final Fantasy Tactics
Persona 5 Tactica
Fantasian
Chants Of Sennaar
Valkyria Chronicles 4
Paranormasight
Thomas Brunet
Nobuo Uematsu
Ogre Battle
2023 Video Game Music
Granblue Fantasy: Relink
Tower Of Babel
Game Boy
Atlus
Hidenori Iwasaki
Independent Games Festival
Focus Entertainment

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... more

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Episode #418 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Kyle have a deep dive discussion on Pokémon Pokopia, the recently released Nintendo Switch 2 life-sim that's been turning heads across the gaming world since its March ... more

BGMania B-Sides #45 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bedroth dives into Lagoon, the early action RPG that made its way from the X68000 to the SNES, bringing with it a distinctly moody, almost off-kilter take on fantasy adven... more

Episode #417 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth are celebrating absolutely nothing out of the ordinary. Just a completely standard episode featuring music from a handful of well-known games, exactly as you re... more

Bonus Episode #66 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Sean step into the void to discuss the latest expansion to hit World of Warcraft, Midnight! Announced back at BlizzCon 2023 when the entire Worldsoul Saga was intr... more

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Recent Guests

Alfrén Caro
Guest host making a return appearance
Episode: April Fools
OK Impala
ROM hacker from the Netherlands; creator of Embers of Mana
OK Impala / Embers of Mana
Episode: BGMania B-Sides: Embers of Mana
Olivier Derivière
Composer for South of Midnight
Episode: Spotlight: South of Midnight w/ Olivier Derivière!
Alex Messinger
Host of A VGM Journey
Episode: BGMania B-Sides: Donut Dodo
Allister Brimble
Renowned video game composer with over 35 years of experience
Episode: Composer Appreciation: Allister Brimble (with Interview!)

Hosts

Bryan
Host with a focus on guiding discussions and bringing deep knowledge of video game music and composers.
Bedroth
Co-host who contributes track selections, contextual notes, and discussions around game music.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 171 ratings
  • A passionate Podcast

    I really love the engagement and love BGMania gives, the podcast have given me a wider perspective on games and music I haven’t been aware of prior to the moment of starting to listen to the podcast. Much love and a highly recommended podcast, 5 stars ✨

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChrisXswe
    Finland17 days ago
  • Great VGM Podcast

    I’ve been listening for years, and in its current form, this is the best VGM podcast out right now. Bryan is a great host and the show has really excelled since Bedroth has become a cohost. There is a ton of content and the different formats of the shows keep things fresh, from full fledged themed episodes to the shorter B-sides and radio hours. I really enjoy the musical reviews and spotlights as they act like game reviews with lots of good music playing throughout. I travel long distance for w... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Barely Able
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great for discovering new VG music

    I’m enjoying this podcast very much, please keep it up! Since you avoid repeating content, I’m constantly discovering new games and composers (for example I hadn’t heard of cuphead before and it is amazing music!) this is my go to podcast, I listen pretty much daily and highly recommend it.

    One critique about the format - now (in 2025) the music is divided into blocks with talking segments in between. The talking is just too long, typically 30 min of no music. The episode length has also increa... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    SchrodingersKatz
    United States8 months ago
  • Podcast location

    Curious, I can’t find you all on Spotify anymore. Are you an Apple podcast exclusive now? Thanks, and love the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Phenominal!
    United Statesa year ago
  • Noice

    Good job

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nicknameshhffjo
    United States2 years ago

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BGMania B-Sides: Embers of Mana
Q: Who are you? What would you like our listeners to know about you and where they can find any of your work?
I am OK Impala, a ROM hacker from the Netherlands who has released multiple overhauls like Super Mario Kart Epic Racers, Zelda II: Amida's Curse, and Embers of Mana; you can find my work on major ROM hacking sites and my own website at okimpala.net.
Spotlight: South of Midnight w/ Olivier Derivière!
Q: How did you translate the Southern Gothic atmosphere into the music for the soundtrack?
We wanted something inspired rather than accurate, capturing the essence of Southern culture without strict adherence.
Spotlight: Mario & Luigi: Brothership
Q: How do you feel getting back into Mario & Luigi?
It's really great overall, and this new entry feels much more like Superstar Saga than any other one.
BGMania B-Sides: Cassette Beasts
Q: Is there anything else that you want to say about this game, or any of the tracks, or the music in general that we didn't get to talk about?
It's on Game Pass. Go play it.
BGMania B-Sides: Cassette Beasts
Q: So what are we talking about today, sir? Why are you here?
We are talking about my soundtrack of 2023. Cassette Beasts, baby.

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A music-focused discussion show centered on video game soundtracks, exploring composers, games, and eras through theme-based episodes, track-by-track listens, and occasional long-form reviews. Regular segments include themed showcases, in-depth musical analyses, and a monthly radio-hour-style wrap-up that weaves together classics with contemporary releases. A notable strength is the enthusiastic, knowledge-rich banter between hosts, with periodic guest appearances, and a clear love for VGM diversity—from retro staples to modern scores—and a commitment to not repeating tracks. This mix makes it appealing for listeners who want deep appreciation of game music balanced with personal anecdotes and broad genre exploration.

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