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CRT Soundsystem

CRT Soundsystem
Video Game Music
Touhou
Shin Megami Tensei
Chrono Cross
Doom 2016
Yasunori Mitsuda
Mega Man
Frank Klepacki
Video Game Soundtracks
Gensokyo
Chrono Trigger
No More Heroes
Soviet Union
Soul Blazer
Illusion Of Gaia
Terranigma
Mick Gordon
Celtic Music
Persona Q2
Capcom

A Video Game Music podcast, radio-show style. New episodes every other Sunday.

Support us on Patreon for higher bitrate episodes and free bonus episodes:

www.patreon.com/crtsoundsystem

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes118Founded4 years ago
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Music CommentaryLeisureMusicVideo Games

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Recent Guests

Professor Tom
Guest expert discussing Street Fighter soundtrack and series
Episode: 099 - Street Fighter Zero w/ProfessorTom
Mike McGrath-Bryan
Guest; music writer and broadcaster discussing Ridge Racer Type 4 soundtrack
Namco soundtrack context, Irish media discussion
Episode: 097 - Ridge Racer Type 4 w/Mike McGrath-Bryan
Larry Oji
OCRemix community member and music judge
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Episode: 091 - Grammy 2026 w/Larry Oji
Abby Denton
A video game enthusiast and humorist
Episode: 065 - Suikoden 1&2 w/Abby Denton
Roar Jasmine
Passionate gamer and music expert
Episode: 062 - Outrun w/Roar
Kole Ross
Podcast host known for Watch Out for Fireballs
Watch Out for Fireballs
Episode: 054 - Chrono Cross w/Kole Ross
Karin Melody
Tabletop designer, poet, and photographer
Episode: 052 - No More Heroes w/Skeleton and Karin
Mike Kenyon
Huge Mega Man fan and knowledgeable about its lore
Episode: 048 - Mega Man 1-3 w/MiKenyan
Jimmy Rung
Current Phantasy Star Online addict and first-time guest on the podcast
Episode: 045 - Phantasy Star Online Ep 1&2

Hosts

Tom
Host of CRT Soundsystem, involved in discussions across episodes.
Rhys
Co-host of CRT Soundsystem; active in episode analyses and guest conversations.
Reese
Co-host with frequent contributions across episodes.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings
  • Great VGM podcast. Keeping the spirit of VGMpire alive!

    Podcast Addict
    Deadeyedave
    3 years ago
  • Informative and Fun

    Great exploration of some awesome Final Fantasy music. Glad some podcast has finally had the courage to celebrate RapRock. Just hope future eps have more Critical Race Theory in them.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Whoa, Dawg. Whoa.
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

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Great variety of guests and deep dives into soundtrack analysis.
Energetic hosts with playful banter and strong knowledge base.
Informative and engaging take on game music and culture.
Could benefit from broader critical perspectives beyond nostalgia.

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092 - LSD Dream Emulator w/Iach
Q: Quick questions, Tom. What is a sample?
The hosts discuss the concept of samples in 1990s electronic music, highlighting Warp and Ninja Tune as influences and how LSD Dream Emulator uses material from sample libraries to create its dreamlike soundscape, emphasizing the era's culture of repurposing found sounds rather than polished, factory- made music.
096 - Pokemon GSC w/Kay
Q: Where do Gold and Silver rank in the pantheon of the Pokemon debates and topics?
They are discussed as pivotal Gen 2 entries, with emphasis on their design evolution, added types (Steel and Dark), the expanded world including Kanto, and how these elements contributed to a more nuanced experience than Gen 1, while still being approachable as RPGs.
Mini 003 - Battle of Olympus
Q: What do you think about the soundtrack of Battle of Olympus?
The soundtrack is one of those that always stuck with me and has a good mix of jaunty adventuring tunes.
Mini 003 - Battle of Olympus
Q: Have you ever beaten Battle of Olympus?
I almost certainly didn't beat it as a child, usually the only games I could get through were the ones that held your hands through Nintendo Power.

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What is CRT Soundsystem about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A lively, music-forward discourse centered on video game soundtracks, history, and culture. Episodes blend track-by-track analysis, genre influences, and storytelling through music, often featuring guests who bring specialized knowledge from game development, composition, or fandom communities. The show leans into nostalgic exploration of classic titles and eras while examining modern takes on scoring, sound design, and the relationship between gameplay and music. Its radio-show vibe—conversational, enthusiasts' banter, and deep dives into sonic identity—offers both scholarly insight and approachable reminiscence for listeners who care about how music shapes gaming experiences. Noteworthy is the consistent inclusion of seasoned guests and i... more

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2. Mike McGrath-Bryan
3. Larry Oji
4. Abby Denton
5. Roar Jasmine
6. Kole Ross
7. Karin Melody
8. Mike Kenyon

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