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The Legacy Music Hour Video Game Music Podcast

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The Legacy Music Hour podcast was created by Brent Weinbach and Rob F. for the purpose of sharing and talking about video game music from specifically the 8-bit and 16-bit eras. No remixes, no covers, no video game inspired music -just pure, original music from the NES, SNES, Genesis, and more.

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LMH Mixtape #254: Best Of Year In Review 11

21 maj 2025 | min

Another LMH year comes to a close, and it's time again for the Best Of Year In Review. Brent and Rob count down their top six tracks of the year and Gabe counts down his top three. Will there be any overlaps this time? Either way, you know these are all going to be "Tenners"... or would it be "Sixers" this time?Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS & COMMENDATIONSNo

LMH Mixtape #253: Blues Progressions

14 maj 2025 | min

Blues Progressions was the theme of Episode 253. A classic chord progression used in blues music as well as many other genres such as pop, rock and jazz. While the chord progression is used in blues music, that doesn't mean it necessarily sounds "bluesy." For example, "Wily Tower: Wily Tower 3" from RockMan: Mega World features the progression, but stylistically is more pop-rock

Episode 284: Nice Distractions

7 maj 2025 | min

The music on this installment of the Legacy Music Hour might be too good to listen to while doing other things like entering your initials, but you’ll be alright. In Episode 284, Brent clears up some mistakes made on last month’s episode, Jim Varney impressions are made, and a new design for the SNES logo is conceived, which you can see below after the track listing and in the episode

LMH Mixtape #252: Dear My Brother

30 april 2025 | min

Dear......my brother. I hope this letter finds you well. Please find enclosed a brand new mixtape! I hope you enjoy these totally bonk tracks. They include "Mechanical Castle (Inside the Castle)" from Ganbare Goemon 2, which is a very fun and energetic jam. Also included is a pumped up motivating track, "Progression (Stage 3)" from Final Soldier for the PC Engine.&

LMH Mixtape #251: Fours

23 april 2025 | min

A lot of great tracks on Episode 251. Starting things off is "Unused 1" from Choujikuu Yousai Macross: Scrambled Valkyrie, which features some really cool orchestra hits and a very catchy beat. "5 Minute Score Attack" from Coryoon: Child of Dragon has that motivating "get up and save the universe" sound that is common in shoot-them-ups, and also features some great rock style drums.&

LMH Mixtape #250: Death Train

16 april 2025 | min

All aboard! You've got your ticket, and this mixtape is a non-stop thrill ride through the third and fourth generation of video game music, including:"Prime Blue" from Tenchi Souzou, also known as Terranigma outside of Japan, which has a mystical and magical sound with some really smooth bass guitar. "Level 4" from Contra Force has that distinct Tomoya Tomita style which takes full

LMH Mixtape #249: Sports 6

9 april 2025 | min

For Episode 249, the Legacy Music Hour returned to a classic genre: Sports! This was the sixth time focusing on this topic, and once again it doesn't disappoint. Getting pumped up for game night? Check out "Prime Time Theme" from Prime Time NFL Starring Deion Sanders for some triumphant sounding NFL music. "Events List" from Track & Field for the Game Boy is sporting

Episode 283: Happy Beginnings

2 april 2025 | min

Some good tracks on this episode, definitely. And it's not just themed "happy beginnings," okay? It's happy beginnings and more -such as sad endings. Also on this episode, user Hammock treats everyone to a smooth VGM Karaoke performance, so you gotta stay tuned for that. Full track listing below.Download and listen NOWGame - Composer - Song - Company - Console - Year (

LMH Mixtape #248: The Legacy Bunch

26 mars 2025 | min

Another traditional free play this week, so let's dive in. We start things off with a PC Engine track "Story" from Aoi Blink which has a fun and carefree sound. No time to relax though, because next up we're charging straight into "Stage 2: Military Fortress" from Super C which will get you pumped up. We've also got some classic music from the great Nobuo Uematsu with "Shop"

LMH Mixtape #247: Racing Games 4

19 mars 2025 | min

For Episode 247, instead of the usual free play, the boizz returned to a classic topic: Racing Games. This was their fourth lap around the course for this topic, proving there's still plenty of gas left in the tank when it comes to racing games.We start out with some classic Famicom tracks from Vs. Excitebike and Famicom Grand Prix: F1 Race. We then move on to the Super Famicom with

LMH Mixtape #246: Shoe Endorsements

12 mars 2025 | min

Get yourself a shoe endorsement and put those shoes on, because we're about to hit the ground running with this mixtape. Starting things off we have "Downhill," a high tension track from Winter Olympic Games: Lillehammer '94. We keep the intensity up with "Report 1: The Ghost Train Bound for Hell at 24 o'clock" from GS Mikami: Joreishi wa Nice Body.After that we'll get a bit more

Episode 282: Super Famicom

5 mars 2025 | min

Even though this might seem like an Oscar-themed episode, which it is, the main focus is Super Famicom. That's right. All the tracks on this episode are from Japanese exclusive Super Famicom games. And user Jared serves up another VGM Karaoke. Full track listing below.Download and listen NOWGame - Composer - Song - Company - Console - Year (North American release unless

LMH Mixtape #245: Cleanly Shaved

26 februari 2025 | min

We've got a new mixtape of tracks as fresh as a cleanly shaved face. Rob brought a few tracks from the Madden series, including "Title Theme" from John Madden Football '92, which has some very cool crunchy bass that the Genesis excels at. That is followed by a very catchy and melodic track ("Stage Theme 6") from Jackie Chan's Action Kung Fu for the NES. Your cleanly shaved face

LMH Mixtape #244: Fingers Crossed

19 februari 2025 | min

Were you crossing your fingers in hopes of a new mixtape dropping? Well, you're in luck, because we've got a good one for you. Things start off on a bit of a creepy tone with a very 70's electronic track, "Ending Theme" from Skeleton Krew. After that, Tomoya Tomita hits us with that classic Konami style in "BGM 3" from F-1 Sensation. Gabe shared a very cool,

LMH Mixtape #243: Donny Divanian

12 februari 2025 | min

Rob was unable to make it for Episode 243, but he was there in spirit, along with special guest Donny Divanian. As always, there's a lot of great music to cover in this mixtape. Main Menu from Multi Play Volleyball would fit well on an Elevator Music episode, with parts sounding reminiscent of Pilotwings. Main Theme from Kiki Kaikai is a PC Engine track with a strong Asiatic

Episode 281: AI

5 februari 2025 | min

Brent and Rob go one-on-one for Episode 281 with the theme being "AI" or artificial intelligence. Kind of an action-packed episode with talking about fires, a dramatic monologue piece by user Tenek, and a VGM karaoke by user Jared. Full track listing below.Download and listen NOWGame - Composer - Song - Company - Console - Year (North American release unless otherwise indicated)

LMH Mixtape #242: Wet Spot

29 januari 2025 | min

There's a lot of great tracks in this free play mixtape, so let's jump right in. The boizz kicked things off with a Mega Drive Meganet track from Teddy Boy Blues. While actually a 90's release, it really embodies the fun sound of 80's pop. After that you can put your mind to work on a little game of Backgammon for the Famicom Disc System. Now that your mind is pumped up,

LMH Mixtape #241: Best Of Year In Review 10

22 januari 2025 | min

Episode 241 was the tenth Best Of Year In Review episode, so by this point you probably already know how this works. Brent and Rob alternate, counting down their top ten favorite tracks that they discovered within the previous year (3rd and 4th generation only). Gabe also counts down his top five tracks. Did anybody have overlapping picks? If so, the track will appear

LMH Mixtape #240: Competition

15 januari 2025 | min

Episode 240 was another traditional free play with a nice variety of systems and styles. We start off with some classic Famicom and NES tracks from Nekketsu! Street Basket: Ganbare Dunk Heroes and Flying Warriors. Following that is the unmistakably unique and creative work of famed composer Yuzo Koshiro from none other than Streets of Rage 2. "Look Out (Normal BGM)" from the

LMH Mixtape #239: The Olympics

8 januari 2025 | min

The Olympics was the theme of Episode 239, so you'll find quite a few sports tracks in this mixtape, and we all know sports games have some really top tier music. "Arm Wrestling" from Track & Field II has that iconic Konami sound to get you pumped up. It's not just fully pumped sports tracks though... "What is your birthday?" from Tarot Mystery is a really great new age sounding

Episode 280: Making Connections

1 januari 2025 | min

Like some previous episodes, Rob brings a secret theme along with his selections, and Brent and Gabe try to figure it out. Maybe you can figure it out before they do? Or maybe you can just dig the good music. That's not even a maybe. You will definitely dig it. Happy new year. Full track listing below.Download and listen NOWGame - Composer - Song - Company -

LMH Mixtape #238: The Villain Pac-Man

25 december 2024 | min

Lot's of good stuff in this mixtape, so let's jump right in. Game BGM 1 from Hat Trick Hero 2 for the Super Famicom is a straight-up jam with some terrific prominent bass guitar laying down some funky riffs. Against all odds, Rob still manages to keep finding Lightening Force tracks that have yet to be played on the show and Omake 2 is a great example of how that soundtrack is full of

LMH Mixtape #237: Mighty Legacy Music Rangers

18 december 2024 | min

It's Morphin' Time for the Legacy Music Hour! We're starting this free play mixtape off strong with a track from Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: The Movie (the SNES game, not the actual movie). While this episode is in fact a free play, Rob's picks were mostly focused on golf games, starting with "BGM 1" from Arnold Palmer Tournament Golf. In fact, there is a lot of Soldam good

LMH Mixtape #236: Beyond 16-Bit 7

11 december 2024 | min

Time to slap some beyond meat on the grill and cook up a sizzling mixtape. That's right, it's time for another Beyond 16-Bit episode where the boizz get to share tracks that wouldn't normally be LMH legal. Starting things off is a beautiful and haunting gothic piece from Alice: Madness Returns. Following that is "Robot Factory (Chapter 6)" from the incredibly bonk soundtrack

Episode 279: Anything Goes

4 december 2024 | min

This is a very unusual episode. For this one time only, any electronic game music from any era and any device or platform is eligible to be shared. So you might hear some modern computer game music or some modern pinball machine music or a regular NES track or who knows? Take a listen and find out (or just look at the track listing). Full track listing below.Download and

LMH Mixtape #235: The Saga Of DJ Baby T-Rex

27 november 2024 | min

Radical! Bodacious! Excellent! Legendary! Those are just some ways of describing this mixtape. If you haven't figured it out already, this mixtape features the unused Baby T-Rex rap from the prototype game that would later go on to be reworked as Radical Rex, but before that there was the real cool, real cool Baby T-Rex. Of course there is more than just that

LMH Mixtape #234: De Niro

20 november 2024 | min

You listenin' to me? Are you listenin' to ME? I don't see any other mixtapes around, so you must be listenin' to me. And it's a good thing you are, because we've got another absolutely stacked episode for your listening pleasure. "Pokey Step" from the 2016 Famicom release: Kira Kira Star Night DX (another legal at the time track) is a really fun and cheerful track to put

LMH Mixtape #233: Missing Signals

13 november 2024 | min

Make sure you don't miss this mixtape since there's a lot of cool stuff to check out. For example, there's a track from the unreleased SNES game Socks the Cat Rocks the Hill that features some really fun and funky bass. There's an absolute slapper from Pop'n TwinBee that exudes that amazing Konami shoot-them-up energy. After that is another one of those "legal at the time"

LMH Mixtape #232: Through The Years

13 november 2024 | min

The LMH crew kicked off 2021 with a classic free play episode. As always, there's a great mix of systems and styles to love. "Stage 1: Evil Forest" from the late-release Famicom game Moon Crystal is a really great, mysterious-sounding, sci-fi track composed by Tsukasa Tawada. The Mega Drive gets to shine with "Main BGM 3 (Floors 11 and 12)" from Madou Monogatari I. This

LMH Mixtape #229: Best Of Year In Review 9

13 november 2024 | min

Get your "tenners" ready, because it's time for the Best Of Year In Review (number nine)! Reaching the end of this episode marks the ten year point for the show, so you're probably already familiar with how this works by this point. If not, here's a quick rundown: Brent and Rob alternate, counting down their top ten tracks that they discovered within the previous year. This time

LMH Mixtape #230: Reading Rainbow

13 november 2024 | min

It's the start of a new LMH year, and with that comes the potential for all new tenners for your listening pleasure.In this episode we get some fantastic tracks. "Mr. X" from Mega Man 6 shows how Capcom was still putting out bangers on the NES, even for the late releases of the console's lifespan. We also hear from a Mega Drive Meganet game with the track "Nineball Game" from Kiss

LMH Mixtape #231: An 80's Christmas

13 november 2024 | min

Like Christmas morning in the 80's, we've got lots of third and fourth generation gifts for your listening pleasure. "Ending" from Ranger X is a totally cool track with great stereo effects and classic 80's synth. We slow things down with "Ending Theme" from Kiss Shot, which is a sultry jam, perfect for a smoky lounge. We then kick things back into high gear with "Rock and Roll

Episode 278: Best Of Year In Review 13

6 november 2024 | min

Once again, it's that time when Brent and Rob and Gabe count down their favorite tracks of the last eleven episodes or so. Lots of great tracks this year, so you better believe this episode is mmm poppin' from start to finish. See you at the sushi bar. Partial track listing below.Download and listen NOWGame - Composer - Song - Company - Console - Year (North American release

LMH Mixtape #228: Man To Woman

9 oktober 2024 | min

One last free play before the top ten Year In Review, so get your "tenners" in now. Jumping right in, pound for pound, Konami/Ultra just can't be beat, and "Maniacs (Zone 3)" from Rollergames is proof of that. The fun energy of this tracks is enough to make anyone want to get up and move their body. Of course if you mention Konami, it's only fair to mention one of the other big

Episode 277: Far Out

2 oktober 2024 | min

Some good music on this free play episode. Yeah, this month was supposed to be a "best of the year" episode, but the schedule got a little confused, so that'll be next month instead. Anyway, the boizz get pretty out there with a couple of the tracks (in different ways) and it's definitely a bit of a trip. They also talk about Leisure Suit Larry and, well, really so much more.&

LMH Mixtape #227: Youthful Hair

25 september 2024 | min

While the pandemic quarantine continued, haircuts may have been in short supply, but one thing that is always abundant is the supply of great VGM for the boizz to share. Starting things off, we've got some classic David Wise music from Battletoads for the Game Boy featuring all of his iconic style. "Painting Panic!" from The Legend of the Mystical Ninja is smooth as all heck with its

LMH Mixtape #226: The Legend Of Kai

18 september 2024 | min

This mixtape comes out swinging with a face melting rock jam ("Omake 5") from Lightening Force that is undeniably pumped up. That's followed up by a super jazzy track from 1943 Kai: Midway Kaisen by Tamayo Kawamoto which has a really cool and funky bass line. In Gabe's Corner, we got to hear "Spiritual Peaks (Street Race 8)" from Kat's Run: Zen Nihon K Car Senshuken, which is an

LMH Mixtape #225: Noise

11 september 2024 | min

The title of the episode may be "Noise," but this free play is filled with anything but.We've got a lot of tracks from games that are new to the show, as well as some classic returning titles. For example, somehow, Rob still manages to find another Lightening Force track that hadn't been played yet, and it packs all the punch you've come to expect from that soundtrack. We've also got

Episode 276: Repetition

4 september 2024 | min

The theme of this episode is repetition. While video game music from the third and fourth generation, generally speaking, is repetitious by nature (or format or whatever), in Episode 276, Brent, Rob, and Gabe share specific pieces that employ a deliberate use of repetition as a motivated compositional device. Does that make sense? Full track listing below.Download and listen

LMH Mixtape #224: Beyond 16-Bit 6

28 augusti 2024 | min

It is time, once again, to break free of the third and fourth generation bonds, and venture forth into the land Beyond. That's right, it's time for another Beyond 16-Bit episode. Number six to be precise, and there's a lot of great music here to be enjoyed. For example, golf games have always been a reliable source of great tracks, and that holds true in the "beyond" as well.&

LMH Mixtape #223: Quarantined

21 augusti 2024 | min

This marked the first episode to go completely remote as a safety precaution during the early COVID-19 lockdown. Not even a pandemic could stop the boizz though, because there is still plenty of great VGM to share. Speaking of which, this free play mixtape doesn't miss a beat. To start off, "Staff Roll" from Umi Tsuri Meijin: Suzuki Hen is a chill and relaxing track that

LMH Mixtape #222: You're Fired

14 augusti 2024 | min

This mixtape features all of the variety you've come to expect from a free play episode. There's even a (legal at the time) modern NES track from the 2018 game Nebs 'n Debs which gets really funky and creative. "Stage 1-2" from Alisia Dragoon makes great use of stereo sound with different elements bouncing back and forth between the left and right channels. "Fired in the General

Episode 275: Rock Music 3

7 augusti 2024 | min

What’s your favorite rock band? You think they’ll sound anything like the tracks on this episode? That’s right, the Legacy Music Hour is back at it with another rock music focus. What even is rock music when you think about it, huh? Full track listing below.Download and listen NOWGame - Composer - Song - Company - Console - Year (North American release unless otherwise

LMH Mixtape #221: Conspiracy Connections

31 juli 2024 | min

There's no conspiracy here. The connection between Free Plays and killer mixtapes is undeniable. You'll get a nice variety of systems and genres, such as "Dynamite Guy" from Line of Fire on the Sega Master System, alongside "Crossroad (Stage 1)" from Willow for the arcade. This episode featured one particularly intriguing track though: "Don't Stop the Jam! (Credits)" from Rejoice

LMH Mixtape #220: Movements

24 juli 2024 | min

"Movements" became the theme of Episode 220 and there are a lot of different types of movements showcased here. Sometimes a track has that "get up and get moving" energy like "Rainy City Night (Street Race 11)" from Kat's Run: Zen Nihon K Car Senshuken, which is great for a race or just cruising down the road. "Title Theme" from J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings: Volume 1 is a

LMH Mixtape #219: Two

17 juli 2024 | min

It's a classic free play episode, which means a nice variety of classic third and fourth gen tracks. There are even a couple "modern" tracks in this playlist from Battle Kid and Micro Mages -modern releases that run on original NES hardware, so they were technically LMH legal at the time, but then later determined not legal at one point in the future. Lullaby from Pac-Man 2 is a track

LMH Mixtape #218: Puzzle Games 3

10 juli 2024 | min

Episode 218 was the third focus on Puzzle Games, and features some real bangers. "Warrior's Relaxation" from Shi Kin Jou is a totally 80's track reminiscent of groups like Erasure. "Sticker" from Puyo Puyo is a super fun piece that you can't help but sing along to VGM Karaoke style. In fact, in the full episode, Keyglyph, who is no stranger to VGM Karaoke, joined the boizz live

Episode 274: The Big Wave

3 juli 2024 | min

This is another free play and the boizz talk about movies a bit. There's also this audio issue that happens at one point, so watch out for the big wave. Other than that, it's the usual good video game music selections from the third and fourth generation that you might expect. Full track listing below.Download and listen NOWGame - Composer - Song - Company - Console - Year (

LMH Mixtape #217: Best Of Year In Review 8

26 juni 2024 | min

It's time once again to celebrate another year of the Legacy Music Hour. This is the 8th "Best Of Year In Review" episode where Brent and Rob play their top 10 (third and fourth gen) tracks that they discovered over the course of the year. In addition, Gabe's Corner has been added to the countdown this time around, showcasing Gabe's top 3 tracks.Download and listen NOWPartial track

LMH Mixtape #216: Beyond 16-Bit 5

19 juni 2024 | min

Every once in a while the boizz venture outside the realm of the 3rd and 4th generation, and go Beyond 16-Bit. This marks the fifth time exploring this topic, and the LMH crew have a lot of great tunes to share with you in this episode. While these are all "beyond" tracks, you would be forgiven for mistaking some of these for 3rd or 4th generation tracks. The first track of this

LMH Mixtape #215: Role-Playing Games 3

12 juni 2024 | min

You wake up in your peaceful village, where warm inviting music is playing in the background. You meet up with some of your friends for a day of celebration, but suddenly the town is attacked by a dark force (queue ominous music). You and your companions set out to save the world from this darkness. You venture forth into the world (inspiring traveling music plays).

Episode 273: Beyond 16-Bit 10

5 juni 2024 | min

Another beyond fourth generation episode. You know how it goes by now, right? Note: Rob does play a piece at one point that turned out to be a music library track, so... illegal, that one was. The boizz also talk about trilogies. Full track listing below.Download and listen NOWGame - Composer - Song - Company - Console - Year (North American release unless otherwise

LMH Mixtape #214: Virgin

29 maj 2024 | min

This mixtape has a lot to offer, starting with a classic high-energy shoot-them-up track from the arcade game Saint Dragon. "Be Your Age! (Area 3)" from Viewpoint is playful and quirky while also being really catchy. That is followed immediately by "Altar of Dreams" from Hani in the Sky which features an instrument that sounds a lot like an office telephone ringing, yet somehow fits

LMH Mixtape #213: Sports 5

22 maj 2024 | min

Grab your favorite jersey, because the LMH boizz are back again for the fifth installment of the topic that keeps on giving... Sports! Even if you're not a sports fan, LMH users can tell you that a sports focused episode means one thing: really great music. For example, "Main BGM" from Konami Hyper Soccer is an absolute jam, but due to its limited release as a European exclusive, many

LMH Mixtape #212: Kindergarten Graduation

15 maj 2024 | min

This mixtape hits hard right out of the gate with an energetic track from Battle Mania: Daiginjou, followed immediately by a super cool track from Mario no Super Picross which features some iconic Mario-style percussion. It doesn't stop there though. The track "Un Caillou Ricochet (Area 2)" from Viewpoint showcases a solo that can only be described as "going off.” All that and

LMH Mixtape #211: Breaking Up

8 maj 2024 | min

While there may have been some technical difficulties during the full episode, that didn't prevent the boizz from delivering a solid setlist for this free play. You'll find some classic style video game music from Rambo: First Blood Part II for the Sega Master System and Adventure Island II for the NES. Looking for something less conventional? Check out Blue Sea of Changing Daytime

Episode 272: Jazz Music 3

1 maj 2024 | min

This month, The Legacy Music Hour returns to a topic last explored twelve years ago, Jazz Music. All the tracks featured here are third and fourth generation game music examples of jazz (and in one case, jazz-ish) pieces. Some pretty sophisticated stuff! Full track listing below.Download and listen NOWGame - Composer - Song - Company - Console - Year (North American

LMH Mixtape #210: Beyond 16-Bit 4

24 april 2024 | min

It's time once again to explore outside the world of third and fourth generation video game music to a land beyond 16-bit. You might think that some of these tracks were actually from the third or fourth generation, with how well some modern composers have been able to re-create that style. A prime example of that would be the fantastic Shovel Knight soundtrack by Jake Kaufman.

LMH Mixtape #209: Creed II

17 april 2024 | min

We've got another free play full of bangers for your listening pleasure. Looking to relax? "Chillin'" from Side Pocket is a perfectly apt name for that track, with its tropical flavor and laid back tone. Don't get too comfortable though, because you may be called upon to save the world with some pumped up tracks like "Outside The Base" from The Cyber Shinobi and "Hotel Dada"

LMH Mixtape #208: Ending Music 3

10 april 2024 | min

The boizz celebrated the start of a new year with a focus on ending music. This is the third focus of its kind, and as you'll hear, there's no shortage of supply for great ending tracks, tracks that really shape the mood and tone of the conclusion of a game and this case, a whole range of expressions. There's a great bluesy track from Darkwing Duck, a cool jazzy number from Viewpoint,

Episode 271: Shooters

3 april 2024 | min

Not to be confused with "Flying and Shooting," the topic of this episode is Shooters. So not just shoot-them-up games, but any game with some sort of shooting. Shooting of a gun, shooting of a camera, shooting of balls in a panchinko machine, whatever. Brent gets a little delirious on this one, by the way. Full track listing below.Download and listen NOWGame - Composer -

LMH Mixtape #207: Homework

27 mars 2024 | min

Don't let the episode title worry you, this homework doesn't suck. Your only assignment this week is to listen to the mixtape and enjoy the fine selection of tracks from this free play! "Building The House" from Richard Scarry's Busytown is a fun minimalist piece with snappy percussion. "Injured" from Tecmo Super Bowl II: Special Edition makes great use of the Genesis' strengths

LMH Mixtape #206: Halloween (Live)

22 mars 2024 | min

For Episode 206, the boizz recorded at the Bit Bar in Salem, Massachusetts, presenting in front a live audience of LMH users. A very on-theme track for this Halloween episode is "Werewolf Form" from the game Werewolf: The Last Warrior. Can you spot the really cool feature in that track that Brent describes as "elevators"?Stage Theme 4 from Super Glove Ball is a classic David Wise

LMH Mixtape #205: Best Of Year In Review 7

13 mars 2024 | min

Once again, it's time for the Best Of Year In Review where Brent and Rob share their top ten tracks that they discovered during the year. How do you think their picks compare to what you would have chosen? Well, considering "Best Of" mixtapes are filled with nothing but "tenners,” you know it's going to be good.Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS & COMMENDATIONSNo spoilers!

Episode 270: Court

6 mars 2024 | min

Rob's got a bone to pick with a big entity and he gets into it all on Episode 270. And there's some tenners on the show, so brace yourself for that. Full track listing below.Download and listen NOWGame - Composer - Song - Company - Console - Year (North American release unless otherwise indicated)LandStalker - Motoaki Takenouchi - Heh Heh, Think I'll Disrupt This Good Cheer - Climax

LMH Mixtape #204: David Wise

28 februari 2024 | min

In a RARE moment, The Legacy Music Hour had back to back composer focus episodes, which also happened to feature exclusive interviews with said composers. This episode focuses on famed video game composer David Wise! David is famous for many game soundtracks, including the Donkey Kong Country series, Battletoads, and much more. His own distinct style stands out amongst his

LMH Mixtape #203: Tim Follin

21 februari 2024 | min

Iconic video game composer Tim Follin has a distinct style that fans can recognize instantly. As a western composer, Tim brought his prog rock influences to create some incredibly beloved soundtracks, including Solstice and Pictionary, just to name a couple. One distinct trait you'll notice is the use of arpeggios, which can be heard on many of his tracks, including High Score from

LMH Mixtape #202: TurboGrafx-16 3

14 februari 2024 | min

If you thought the boizz were out of TurboGrafx-16 tracks, think again. With so many great tracks to choose from, including many user submitted ones, the only logical thing to do was to make a third TurboGrafx-16 focused episode. “In-Game 7” from Aoi Blink (also known as Blue Blink) is a fantastic 70's electronic style track (listen for those cascading notes). Wai Wai Mahjong:

Episode 269: Tracks That End

7 februari 2024 | min

This episode features only video game music compositions that do not continuously loop. That is, there's a definite end to all of the pieces here, which is not the usual case for game music of the third and fourth generation. Full track listing below.Download and listen NOWGame - Composer - Song - Company - Console - Year (North American release unless otherwise indicated)Super Tetris

LMH Mixtape #201: TurboGrafx-16 2

31 januari 2024 | min

The TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine (and SuperGrafx) has so much great music that the boizz dedicated a second full episode to showcase what the system had to offer, and there is certainly a lot here to enjoy. The deep synth bass on "In-Game 1" from Break In is so smooth and grooving, you can almost get lost in it. In "Sphere 4" from Neutopia II, listen for the creative use of what you

LMH Mixtape #200: Episode 200! (Live)

24 januari 2024 | min

Ladies and gentlemen, put your hands together for the moment you've all been waiting for... The Legacy Music Hour, Episode 200 Live Special! The boizz celebrated their 200th episode with a live audience of LMH users, special guests, and of course lots of hot VGM jams to share with everyone. There's all the variety you've come to expect, including a catchy track from the late-release

LMH Mixtape #199: Mmm Poppin'

17 januari 2024 | min

We've gone from shirt popping in the last episode to mmm poppin' in this one. The track “Brawing Up” from Battle Mania: Daiginjou is a fully pumped jam that will get you absolutely energized, while conversely, “Luis” from Leading Company has a smooth, laid back jazz style, reminiscent of Bob James' music from Taxi. That's just a couple of the totally mmm poppin' tracks you'll find in

LMH Mixtape #198: Shirt Popping

10 januari 2024 | min

These tracks are so hot you'll need to pop your shirt just to cool off. Olein Cavern from Socket has notes of Sonic the Hedgehog, while In-Game 2 from Aoi Blink has a bit of a sitcom feel with some fun little solos. Impending Danger from Magic Sword has both a super cool and funky sound, while also conveying a sense of dread. This mix is so full of great tracks (and variety),

Episode 268: Secrets

3 januari 2024 | min

Shh, don't tell anyone, but the boizz have some secrets to share on this episode of The Legacy Music Hour. And some great tracks too, of course. Full track listing below.Download and listen NOWGame - Composer - Song - Company - Console - Year (North American release unless otherwise indicated)Panorama Cotton - Kenichi Hirata - Tea Time - Success/Sunsoft - Mega Drive - 1994Mini-Yonku

LMH Mixtape #197: Friends

28 december 2023 | min

Although Rob was was unable to make it to this Free Play episode, Brent and the rest of the crew were joined by Brent's friends Andrew Michaan and Mike Fischer. This mixtape has a nice variety of tracks including the pumped up "Volcano (Stage 2)" from the arcade version of Dragon Saber. While listening, you can practically feel the heat as you soar over lava and volcanos. You've

LMH Mixtape #196: Beyond 16-Bit 3

20 december 2023 | min

On rare occasions, the boizz venture beyond the realm of the 3rd and 4th generation of video game music. This is one of those occasions. Regardless of what generation they came from, this mixtape is loaded with killer tracks like “Foulwater Falls" from Wario Land: Shake It! which is guaranteed to put a smile on your face.Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS &

LMH Mixtape #195: Brent's Recent Games

13 december 2023 | min

In this episode, all of Brent's tracks were from games that he had recently played/discovered. Those include Brain Lord with some cool, funky bass guitar and the psychedelic, funky, wild ride that is Kirby's Dream land 3. Rob also brought some of the smoothest Dean Evans jams with an unreleased Green Lantern track (though it technically wasn’t LMH “legal”) and an unused track from The

Episode 267: Wishing There Was More

6 december 2023 | min

In this episode, the Legacy Music Hour shares tracks they like but wish there was more of either in length or girth. This is a subjective stance and some of their selections might sound very complete to you while others, you might agree, "Yeah, I wish there was more to this piece!" Full track listing below.Download and listen NOWGame - Composer - Song - Company - Console - Year (North

LMH Mixtape #194: Rob Loses

29 november 2023 | min

In the full episode, Rob told a story about taking a rare loss in Street Fighter II. Don't worry though, because this mixtape is full of winners. Starting right off the bat with the incredibly smooth Dean Evans track "Diving" from Waterworld. You'll also get a dose of that iconic Konami sound from Wai Wai World 2: SOS!! Paseri Jou. All that and more, on this week’s episode

LMH Mixtape #193: Best Of Year In Review 6

22 november 2023 | min

Another year in the books, so you know what that means. Time for another Best Of Year In Review episode. This time the boizz went back to a full-length top ten list. Do you have any guesses for which tracks they picked? Will they have any overlapping picks? You'll have to listen to find out, but one thing is certain, you're in for a mixtape full of the bonkest of

LMH Mixtape #192: Pinball Music

15 november 2023 | min

If you went to the arcade in the 80's or 90's, you heard some pretty great video game music from the arcade machines. But if you looked next to those arcade cabinets, you probably saw a different type of machine with flashing lights and flippers. Of course, we're talking about pinball games!So for this special, one-time only episode, Brent and Rob focused on pinball machine music!&

LMH Mixtape #191: Sensing Things

8 november 2023 | min

Do you sense that? It's a hot new mixtape incoming! Some of the best VGM tracks can come from some surprising places. For example, Autumn from Classic Road II (a little known, Japanese-exclusive horse racing game) is an incredible orchestral piece of music that would fit well on any of the most beloved Zelda soundtracks. We all know you can find great music on the NES,

Episode 266: The Three Tenners

1 november 2023 | min

Some technical difficulties on this episode. Brent's microphone was crackling and stuff, but the music tracks were all replaced in post, so at least those sound clean. Speaking of the tracks, there's some good ones -even possible top ten material to listen to here. In fact, Brent, Rob, and Gabe had at least one top ten pick prediction for the end of the year even though the year

LMH Mixtape #190: Jokes

25 oktober 2023 | min

I'm not joking when I say this mixtape has the goods. Treasure Castle from Socket features some really cool bells that ping pong back and forth in stereo. Tatsuyuki Maeda shows off the strengths of the Genesis' FM synth with an awesome track from J.League Pro Striker 2 that features snappy drums and funky bass, especially in the intro. Also, check out the full episode for a VGM

LMH Mixtape #189: Keeping Things Up

18 oktober 2023 | min

Music has the ability to motivate and move you, and this mix is guaranteed to put some spring in your step. Main BGM 1 from Power League 5 has a phenomenal driving melody that can make even the sleepiest Chiki Chiki Boi get up and dance. These tracks will make you feel like you could take on an entire planet full of aliens, ninjas and street thugs.Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S

LMH Mixtape #188: Nexting Etiquette

11 oktober 2023 | min

You put your quarter on it, and now you've got next on this new mixtape! Definitely listen for the chilling audio samples at the end of Nastar Warrior for a cool LMH legal arcade track. If that's not chilling enough, you can also channel your inner Rob Van Winkle with Icebaby Planet from Uchuu Race: Astro Go! Go! Even with all these cool moments, this still shapes up to be one

Episode 265: Best Of Year In Review 12

4 oktober 2023 | min

Brent and Rob share their top ten tracks they became aware of in roughly the last year. Gabe shares his top five. Only eight episodes to draw from this year, because last year's Best Of show was a month late which made this year have one less month than usual, and two of the episodes this year were Beyond episodes which are not eligible for Best Of consideration. Will there by

LMH Mixtape #187: Rob's World

27 september 2023 | min

Rob was back in action, leg mended and ready to jam out. In fact, you can jam out right now to this fresh mixtape! Lose Theme from Kiss Shot is an incredibly smooth, bluesy jam that may not be able to mend a broken leg, but it could likely help mend a broken heart. Happy Daymare from Orius (Xexex in Japan) is a fully pumped track that will definitely get you fired up.

LMH Mixtape #186: Spencer Crittenden

20 september 2023 | min

Rob was still out while his leg mended, but special guest and LMH user Spencer Crittenden was there to share in the VGM appreciation. There was a lot to appreciate too, because this mix is filled with some totally Bonk tunes! Check out the track from Mother that features that iconic Hirokazu Tanaka style and speaking of iconic styles, there's also a Tim Follin jam from Time Trax that

LMH Mixtape #185: DJ Douggpound

13 september 2023 | min

Rob was unfortunately out due to a broken leg, but special guest Doug Lussenhop aka DJ Douggpound helped fill in. Rob was there in spirit though, with a request for a classic Skitchin' track. Additionally, Doug was given a crash course on 3rd and 4th generation video game music including the Beatles-inspired pop music of Mother, the tropical flavor of Soreyuke Ebisumaru Karakuri, and

Episode 264: Hackers

6 september 2023 | min

Not really sure why this episode is called "Hackers." Maybe the boizz talk about hacking at one point, but they definitely talk about other stuff. Full track listing below.Download and listen NOWGame - Composer - Song - Company - Console - Year (North American release unless otherwise indicated)Ranger X - Yoshinobu Hiraiwa - Stage 1-1 (Desert) - Sega - Genesis - 1993Don Doko Don 2 -

LMH Mixtape #184: Hypnosis

30 augusti 2023 | min

Counting backwards from ten...nine...your eyelids are getting heavy. Eight...seven...focus on the sounds of the arpeggios from Alberto José González. Six...five...the FM synth of Undead Line washes over you. Four...three...the orchestral strings of Tsuri Tarou put you in a deep relaxed state. Two...one...you are now having a great time listening to some fantastic

LMH Mixtape #183: Chreepy Christmas

23 augusti 2023 | min

This mix has a lot to offer. You got some "Chreepy" music from the likes of Splatterhouse, a Cocoon track that could have easily fit on a Mega Man game, and a cool breakdown section that happens in the Bubble Bobble Part 2 track that does not repeat and leaves you wanting more.Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS & COMMENDATIONSInstant favorite: Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon - Stage 5

LMH Mixtape #182: Best Of Year In Review 5

16 augusti 2023 | min

It's that time again! Time for another Best Of Year In Review. Having a smaller pool of episodes to pick from, Brent and Rob each pick their top five tracks of the year. Will they have any overlapping picks? You'll have to listen to find out.Download and listen NOWPartial track listing and original episode:https://www.legacymusichour.com/2016/11/

LMH Mixtape #181: Game Grumps

9 augusti 2023 | min

Second times the charm. Both members of the Game Grumps, Arin and Dan, were able to make it as guests this time. The full Grump was in effect, but it's impossible to be grumpy when listening to this fun-filled mixtape what with the cool grace notes in the OutRunners track and the total jam from Getsu Fuuma Den.Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS & COMMENDATIONSInstant

Episode 263: Ballads

2 augusti 2023 | min

Brent and Rob explore some slower, more sentimental pieces of video game music on this episode. They also explore what it’s like to be a “furry” and what’s like to be a “hunk.” Speaking of hunks, action stars used to get their own video games, right? But what about modern action stars? Just something to reflect upon. Full track listing below.Download and listen

LMH Mixtape #180: Rise

26 juli 2023 | min

The robots are rising up! The only way to fight back is with a killer mixtape, and The Legacy Music Hour has your back. Check out the awesome stereo effects of Quarth, the cool sliding bass on Gradius II and the beautiful strings on Daibakushou: Jinsei Gekijou, just to name a few moments. Afterwards, the robots will have no choice but to peacefully pack up and go home.

LMH Mixtape #179: Technical Difficulties

19 juli 2023 | min

All the way back at Mixtape #48 (Keith Apicary and Nathan Barnatt), KeyGlyph asked if you remember your first LMH episode, as that episode was KeyGlyph’s first. For me (TheManaTree), Episode 179 was it. LMH and the Game Grumps did some crossover appearances, and Dan Avidan from the Game Grumps was a guest on this particular episode. Even though they had some technical

LMH Mixtape #178: Free Play 30

12 juli 2023 | min

For this episode, Rob based his picks on all the "soccer (football) action" going on at the time. Brent went with the traditional free play style. Either way you get a lot of fantastic tunes, maybe even some possible top ten material.Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS & COMMENDATIONSInstant favorite: Racing Hero - BGM 1Great melody: Akagawa Jirou no Yuurei Ressha - Yuuko,

Episode 262: Briefs

5 juli 2023 | min

Back when the original Queer Eye For The Straight Guy was touring all over the country, Rob got selected to be made-over by Carson Kressley. Rob talks all about it on Episode 262. The subject of underwear also comes up. Full track listing below.Download and listen NOWGame - Composer - Song - Company - Console - Year (North American release unless otherwise indicated)Tintin in

LMH Mixtape #177: Free Play 29

28 juni 2023 | min

Free Play 29 has a nice variety of VGM tracks ranging from pumped up shooters to melodic RPGs. There are classic tracks from popular titles such as Jackal, as well as some deeper cuts from Japan only releases that you may or may not be familiar with.Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS & COMMENDATIONSHigh energy jam: Emerald Dragon - Field BattleClassic Konami: Jackal - Stage 3Slightly

LMH Mixtape #176: Free Play 28

21 juni 2023 | min

Free Play 28 is here with a fresh shipment of VGM hits! Rob was in town during this recording, so the crew got to do an in-person episode! In the full episode, you can see how that in-person energy led to some fun impromptu VGM karaoke for the Shin Megami Tensei track.Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS & COMMENDATIONSThis track whips!: Energy Breaker - Wind that Whips the

LMH Mixtape #175: Free Play 27

14 juni 2023 | min

Free Play 27 sports a nice variety of VGM tracks for your listening pleasure. Additionally, the full episode has a special performance of a Journey to Silius track, performed live by a high school band directed by band director and LMH user Doug!Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS & COMMENDATIONSInstant favorite: Batman: Return of the Joker - Stages 3 (Dangerous Ways)This one

Episode 261: The Old West 2

7 juni 2023 | min

What in tarnation! It's been over ten years since Boss Brent and Switch the Kid did an episode on Old West themed games and stages. That's over two hundred tootin' episodes ago! This time, joined by Grand Gunnin' Gabe, the posse delves right back into some tunes fit for a sonic jamboree. Full track listing below.Download and listen NOWGame - Composer - Song - Company -

LMH Mixtape #174: Free Play 26

31 maj 2023 | min

Free Play 26 brings all the jams you know and love, but can you figure out how the track titles relate to haircuts? I guess you'll just have to listen to the full episode to find out!Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS & COMMENDATIONSIt's Konami, so you know it's good: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III: The Manhattan Project - Scene 2Once again, Konami brings it: Super C - Stage 1:

LMH Mixtape #173: Free Play 25

24 maj 2023 | min

Morning, afternoon, evening, or night: it's always a good time for a free play mix tape. User Slick Vic posed the question, who would you put on a Mount Rushmore style monument to VGM composers? Check out the full episode to see who the boizz would pick.Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS & COMMENDATIONSAn instant favorite: Aerobiz - EuropeA fun favorite: Itadaki Street:

LMH Mixtape #172: Free Play 24

17 maj 2023 | min

You know the drill at this point. Free play = a fun variety of VGM tracks. In the full episode, Brent was sick, but toughed it out, because the show must go on. Additionally, Brent's brothers, Max and Nicky, joined as guests while visiting for the holidays.Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS & COMMENDATIONSNEO favorite: Breakers - ShoA Champion track: GP-1 - ChampionA

LMH Mixtape #171: Free Play 23

10 maj 2023 | min

A quality mix of VGM tracks. The full episode is also a ”must listen" if you haven't heard it. You get 8-bit drum rolls, surgeries, and phone calls from Santa Claus. Has Santa left Palmdale yet, or is he still chasing kids with a camera? Last but not least, for the holiday season, you also get the gift of the VGM Karaoke Showcase!Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS &

Episode 260: Skins

3 maj 2023 | min

Seems like this episode is about skins in various respects. Full track listing below.Download and listen NOWGame - Composer - Song - Company - Console - Year (North American release unless otherwise indicated)Ace Attacker - Yasuhiro Kawakami (?) - Balanced BGM - Sega - arcade (Japan) - 1988Youkai Buster: Ruka no Daibouken - Mitsuhito Tanaka - Stage 2 - Sting/Kadokawa - Super Famicom -

LMH Mixtape #170: Free Play 22

26 april 2023 | min

This is a free play, so you can expect a nice variety of classic VGM tunes. Also, be sure to check out the full episode for discussion about the Portland Retro Gaming Expo, what it means to be "Tetris ready,” and classic "nexting" etiquette.Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS & COMMENDATIONSA few favorites in no particular order:Lightening Force: Quest for the Darkstar - Silvery

LMH Mixtape #169: Best Of Year In Review 4

19 april 2023 | min

This was the first "Year In Review" since the show came back from the hiatus. Even though there were only eleven episodes to choose from (since the show switched to a monthly format), there were still more than plenty of fantastic tracks to fill out these top ten lists. Brent starts things off this year with his number ten, and then alternating back and forth with Rob, the boizz count

LMH Mixtape #168: Nintendo Power

12 april 2023 | min

Now the boizz are playing with power, Nintendo Power! Brent and Rob each picked two different issues of Nintendo Power magazine (kindly donated by LMH user Julian (Hoo-lee-ahn)) to draw music selections only from games featured within those issues.Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS & COMMENDATIONSFavorite: Casino Kid II - EndingAnother favorite: Contra Force - Level 1Also a

Episode 259: Pubescent Fangs

5 april 2023 | min

Rob falls asleep a couple times, but that’s pretty normal at this point, right? Also, the gang talks about what a teenage Dracula might have been like, so that’s fun. Full track listing below.Download and listen NOWGame - Composer - Song - Company - Console - Year (North American release unless otherwise indicated)Falsion - Shinya Sakamoto, Shigehiro Takenouchi, Atsushi Fujio -

LMH Mixtape #167: Computer Game Music

29 mars 2023 | min

In this special one time only episode the boizz dive into what would normally be an illegal set of tracks: computer game music! They stick to the familiar 8 & 16 bit era (but allow CD-ROM games), so take this special opportunity to see how CGM is in some ways similar, but in many ways quite different from VGM.Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS & COMMENDATIONSTotal toe tapper:&

LMH Mixtape #166: Free Play 21

22 mars 2023 | min

Rob was still in the process of his move during this episode, so he was unable to make it. Don't worry though, because Brent came prepared with a full bag of fresh tracks ready to go. Check out the full episode to catch returning LMH guest Jacob Sirof!Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS & COMMENDATIONSMost mmm poppin track: Super Mahjong 2: Honkaku 4 Nin Uchi! - Title

LMH Mixtape #165: Free Play 20

15 mars 2023 | min

This was Rob's last in-person episode before moving to Port Town in the land of F-Zero, where he will continue the show remotely. As a good send-off, Free Play 20 is stacked with killer hits. Be sure to also check out the full episode to hear Sentimental in San Gabriel's latest (at the time) VGM Karaoke hit, "Legacy Music Hour.”Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS &

LMH MIxtape #164: Sports 4

8 mars 2023 | min

Veteran users already know by now that sports games were sporting some real hidden gem tracks. You can hear a selection of those right now in this very mixtape! Of course, in addition to those great tracks, the full episode contains some of the most hilariously funny LMH moments that you don't want to miss. So take a deep breath (or four), and leap for that ally-OOOP!Download and

Episode 258: The Price Is Right

1 mars 2023 | min

Brent and Rob talk about the weather and aviation and Rob really shows off his The Price Is Right announcer abilities, even in Rodeo Mode. Full track listing below.Download and listen NOWGame - Composer - Song - Company - Console - Year (North American release unless otherwise indicated)Insector X - unknown - Grooving Diver (Round 3: City Area) - Hot-B (dev.)/Sage Creations (pub.)/Taito (

LMH Mixtape #163: Free Play 19

22 februari 2023 | min

It's not a surprise that this Free Play mixtape brings the hits! Speaking of things that aren't surprises: in the full episode, Brent and "Ron" discussed trying to plan a surprise party for yourself. Is that possible?Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS & COMMENDATIONSTotally Bonk: Super Bonk - Twilight SpaceKills it: Accele Brid - G. Bowman CircuitClassic 80's style: Ferrari

LMH Mixtape #162: Elevator Music 4

15 februari 2023 | min

Let's take a trip on one of the smoothest elevators you'll ever ride, making stops at all the best jams. Afterwards, be sure to revisit the full episode to experience Super Uno with lyrics!Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS & COMMENDATIONSHit: Super Uno - EndingJam: PGA Tour 96 - Title ScreenBonk : Top Player's Golf - Cool Wind (Main 3)This song has (partial) lyrics: Super Uno -

LMH Mixtape #161: Free Play 18

8 februari 2023 | min

This episode introduced Sega 32X into the family of legal tracks. As always, check out the full episode for discussion about that decision as well as "rockstar" style track intros, some classic track breakdowns, and a story about "gross toes.”Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS & COMMENDATIONSFavorite: Dragon Slayer: Eiyuu Densetsu II - Grostos CastleAnother favorite: Cosmic

Episode 257: Ending Music 4

1 februari 2023 | min

It's been a while but here's another Legacy Music Hour focus on ending music. That's music in video games that plays during the ending or the staff roll. Except for this one part when Rob falls asleep. You'll see (hear). Full track listing below.Download and listen NOWGame - Composer - Song - Company - Console - Year (North American release unless otherwise indicated)Code

LMH Mixtape #160: Adapted Music

25 januari 2023 | min

Tracks adapted from previously existing music would not normally be “legal” for an LMH episode, but as a rare exception just for this specific installment, these sorts of tracks were given an opportunity to shine. Also, be sure to check out the full episode for the debut of KeyGlyph's fantastic VGM Karaoke track: Pluto Baby!Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS &

LMH Mixtape #159: Free Play 17

18 januari 2023 | min

Although Rob was out sick for this episode, he was there in spirit with his track picks. This free play is absolutely loaded with many great tracks for your listening pleasure. Be sure to check out the full episode though, for a very special guest host and prolific game composer of Shovel Knight fame, Jake Kaufman (virt)!Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS &

LMH Mixtape #158: Free Play 16

11 januari 2023 | min

The boizz are back in town! After a short break, the Legacy Music Hour returned by user demand. Switching to a monthly format and bringing engineer Gabe Castro into the crew made it easy to pick back up right where they left off and get back to business without missing a beat.Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS & COMMENDATIONSInstant favorite: Jackie Chan's Action Kung Fu -

Episode 256: Beyond 16-Bit 9

4 januari 2023 | min

Well, it turned out to be a back-to-back beyond 16-bit situation after all. For the second month in a row, Brent, Rob, and Gabe showcase video game music from the fifth generation and above. Wow, they recorded this one super early in the morning. In fact, this is the earliest they've ever recorded in the last twelve years, not including late-night post-midnight recordings.

LMH Mixtape #157: Final Episode Podcast In Review

28 december 2022 | min

You may notice this is a rather short mixtape. Only one track, in fact. In the full episode, Brent and Rob revisited memorable clips from the podcast as they said goodbye in this “Final” Episode (Podcast In Review). But the possibility was left open to return to the show after a period of break. Only time would tell. The End?...Download and listen NOWTrack listing

LMH Mixtape #156: Best Of Year In Review 3

21 december 2022 | min

Another year comes to a close and we arrive at another Best Of Year In Review episode. To say this one is packed with non-stop hits is an understatement. If you're unfamiliar with how these episodes work, Brent and Rob switch off, back and forth, counting down their top ten tracks that they discovered during the year. Rob will start things off this year with his number ten, and

LMH Mixtape #155: Free Play 15.5

14 december 2022 | min

This last Free Play of the "year" is packed with all stellar music you expect from the boizz. But also, be sure to check out the full episode to learn about some very official musical terms like sprinkles, drizzles, and sprizzles.Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS & COMMENDATIONSInstant favorite: Wagyan Paradise - Water DuctOther favorite: Lightening Force - Great Sea Power (Stage

Episode 255: Beyond 16-Bit 8

7 december 2022 | min

Beyond 16-Bit 8, that's a bit of a confusing title, no? Anyway, you know how it is. Every now and then, the Legacy Music Hour does an episode that features video game music from BEYOND the fourth generation of video games. And yet, like other beyond focuses, this episode ends up sounding pretty retro. Rob gets serious at one point about a subject near and dear to him, by

LMH Mixtape #154: Free Play 15.4

30 november 2022 | min

This Free Play is a buff boy at almost 47 minutes. Speaking of buff boys, check out the full episode to hear Brent and Rob discuss working out and how Rob once wanted to be a body builder.Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS & COMMENDATIONS Instant favorite: Shatterhand - Area AOther favorite: King of Casino - Dreams Came True (Ending)Other other favorite:

LMH Mixtape #153: Free Play 15.3

23 november 2022 | min

This Free Play contains all the great music you've come to expect, but also make sure to check out the full episode to hear the discussion with guests Erich Beckmann and Ryan Olson of Kirby's Dream Band!Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS & COMMENDATIONS Instant favorite: Last Bible III - Field Theme 2Other favorite: LandStalker - Let's Go on an AdventureOther other favorite: Lufia

LMH Mixtape #152: Free Play 15.2

16 november 2022 | min

The free plays are always a good opportunity for the boiz to share a wide range of VGM finds, as well as a chance for Rob to work another Lightening Force track into the mix (not that there's anything wrong with that). Check out the full episode for quality Seinfeld impressions, surprise packages and more.Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS & COMMENDATIONS Instant favorite: Wagyan

LMH Mixtape #151: Free Play 15.1

9 november 2022 | min

While Rob wasn't available for this episode, Brent was joined by guests Brett Elston from VGMpire, Chris Antista from the Laser Time podcast and Brent's younger brother Nicky Weinbach. Be sure to check out the full episode for the great in depth conversations they had. The other thing the episode had was a great selection of free play tracks, which you can enjoy right now!Download and

Episode 254: Best Of Year In Review 11

2 november 2022 | min

At this point, you get what happens on these types of episodes. Brent and Rob share their top six tracks of the year (and Gabe, his top three). Brent does make one big error in his rankings, so watch out for that, but no pictures please. Partial track listing below.Download and listen NOWGame - Composer - Song - Company - Console - Year (North American release unless otherwise

LMH Mixtape #150: Free Play 15 (Live)

26 oktober 2022 | min

For the 150th anniversary, The Legacy Music Hour took the show live! Free Play 15 is full of great tracks as you've come to expect, which you can enjoy right now in this mixtape. If you haven't heard the full episode though, you should absolutely check it out for the live and in person VGM karaoke from none other than Sentimental in San Gabriel!Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS

LMH Mixtape #149: Horse Racing and Fishing Games

19 oktober 2022 | min

Batman & Robin, peanut butter & jelly, Super Mario Bros. & Duck Hunt. There are many iconic duos throughout history, and today we focus on none other than "Horse Racing & Fishing.” Not a combo you might expect, but these two go together like bread and butter. Many of these games never made it out of Japan, which is a shame because they contain some fantastic

LMH Mixtape #148: Experimental Music 2

12 oktober 2022 | min

Experimental music can be many things. Sometimes it's weird or unconventional like in Earthbound. Sometimes it's intriguing and leaves you with many unanswered questions like "Wolverine" from Spider-Man/X-Men: Arcade's Revenge. Much like Lydia in Beetlejuice, these tracks are strange and unusual, but that's what makes them so interesting.Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS &

Episode 253: Blues Progressions

5 oktober 2022 | min

The basic blues chord progression is the topic of Episode 253. Used in a lot of pop, rock 'n' roll, jazz, and of course, blues, this episode is not about music that sounds blues-y or that uses a blues scale (though some of the tracks do sound blues-y and/or use a blues scale). It's about music that uses the traditional and generic blues progression you've heard countless times in

LMH Mixtape #147: Golf Games

28 september 2022 | min

Time to pour yourself an Arnold Palmer, sit back, and enjoy a cool breeze and some even cooler music. Golf games have a certain smooth quality that makes you just want to sing along. For proof of that, look no further than LMH user Sentimental in San Gabriel, who took many of these tracks to the next level with his VGM Karaokes.Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS &

LMH Mixtape #146: Gambling Games

21 september 2022 | min

While the topic may be Gambling Games, if you're looking for great music, this is a sure thing. In this episode the boizz dig into another often overlooked genre of games to share some truly amazing tracks. Between pachinko games, casino games, card games, and more, there's a wealth of material to enjoy. So pull up a seat and we'll deal you in. You're guaranteed to walk

LMH Mixtape #145: New Age Music 3

14 september 2022 | min

Welcome to Applied Music Theory in Video Game Music. Today we will be focusing on New Age Music: Volume 3. Let these calming tracks wash over you, but no sleeping in class or you'll miss all this great music.Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS & COMMENDATIONS New favorite: Tenshi no Uta: Shiroki Tsubasa no Inori - MeetingOther new favorite: The Addams Family: Pugsley's

Episode 252: Dear My Brother

7 september 2022 | min

In this episode of the Legacy Music Hour, Brent, Rob, and Gabe REview or simply view (with their ears) some great tracks as usual, but they also figure out how to write a letter to someone special but not special enough to remember their name. Rob also has an excellent arcade-style video game idea and some new (but actually old) ideas for online banking. Full track listing

LMH Mixtape #144: Battle Music

31 augusti 2022 | min

Grab your sword and shield, IT'S TIME FOR BATTLE (music). This isn't boss music mind you, this is battle music. What does that mean? Say you're traveling to the next town in an RPG and suddenly you stumble into a random enemy encounter...hit that battle music. Maybe you're taking a stroll down to the local store to grab a snack when someone tries to jack your Reebok Club

LMH Mixtape #143: Matt Furniss

24 augusti 2022 | min

Did someone turn the heat up in here? Oh, it must be these HOT tunes from composer Matt Furniss! Alright, I'm done with the furnace puns. Matt is a very prolific western VGM composer who started his career at only 16-years-old and while this mixtape mostly focuses on his work, included are a couple pieces from game soundtracks he didn't work on but likes a lot. He actually

LMH Mixtape #142: Leading Women

17 augusti 2022 | min

Rob returns with some tales of heartache, but what better way to mend a broken heart than jamming out to some great VGM tunes with a good friend? In an oddly appropriate topic, the boizz focus on games that exclusively feature female protagonists. But don't worry, these leading ladies won't leave you feeling like Mr. Blue.Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS & COMMENDATIONS Instant

LMH Mixtape #141: Manga 2

10 augusti 2022 | min

On Brent's second solo flight we revisit the topic of manga games. A genre so overflowing with great music, it demanded another focus. Fun fact: Did you know that the artists who work on mangas are called "Mangaka?” Is there a term for artists who work on manga game soundtracks? I don't know, but they make some totally Bonk music!Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS &

Episode 251: Fours

3 augusti 2022 | min

This just in: A lot of internet trouble for Rob on this episode, but at least there’s some good tracks and some funny moments. Full track listing below.Download and listen NOWGame - Composer - Song - Company - Console - Year (North American release unless otherwise indicated)Choujikuu Yousai Macross: Scrambled Valkyrie - Noboru Yamane - Unused 1 - WinkySoft/Zamuse - Super Famicom -

LMH Mixtape #140: Free Play 14

27 juli 2022 | min

For the first time, Brent didn't have his co-pilot, Rob F. Switch by his side. Even though it's a solo flight, the spirit of Rob is still quite present. This free play has a little something for everybody: energetic Genesis FM Synths, propulsive Konami jams, lovely orchestral melodies with a splash of that classic "video game" sound.Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS &

LMH Mixtape #139: Sports 3

20 juli 2022 | min

The Ganbare Golf BOIZZ really came to play with Sports 3! Proving once again that the often overlooked genre of sports games can contain some total home runs when it comes to music. These tracks have been on the bench for too long! So get out there, make the team proud, and remember to join the Nintendo Fun Club today Mac!Download and listen NOWMANATREE'S AWARDS &