Chip Grooves Radio

For the game's 30th birthday, the hosts cover Squaresoft's FINAL fantasy for the 16 bit generation of gaming. It's a game that pulled no punches. Mike tells a tale of his childhood and the first experiences with this game that helped shape his gaming life. Jon appreciates the light-hearted and at times comedic beats deep inside the otherwise dark album. JOIN OUR SOCI

With a special tribute to Akira Toriyama, Jon and Mike are joined once more by special guest Jesse to celebrate Yasunori Mitsuda and his illustrious, oft-hailed and touching score. From soft and delicate alleyways to a furious battle theme well ahead of its time, there's a lot to talk about with this beloved soundtrack. JOIN OUR SOCIALS!www.facebook.com/groups/chipgroovesloung

What happens when the gothic beauty of Castlevania meets the epic scale of The Lord of the Rings? Whatever the answer is, Oscar Araujo's score plays a big role. The sweeping orchestral arrangements both inspire and leave you speechless. Mike and Jon marvel at the scope of the soundtrack and comment on the unique take for such a beloved series. JOIN OUR SOCIALS!www.facebook.com

Mike and Jon reminisce about video game manuals and the care that often went into them. Each sharing some of their favorites from ages past, they discuss the depth some had and the state of internet gaming as a whole. JOIN OUR SOCIALS!www.facebook.com/groups/chipgrooveslounge/ @ChipGroovesCONTACT [email protected]

Yoko Shimomura composes a soundtrack to bring Mario's grand entrance to the RPG landscape to life. With an upbeat and jovial sound, the Mario universe is given the depth and style it perhaps had been missing up to this point. JOIN OUR SOCIALS!www.facebook.com/groups/chipgrooveslounge/ @ChipGroovesCONTACT [email protected]

Ola Strandh lends his hand to this tactical RTS game. With a more modern setting, this game brings your focus on your units and objectives, rather than base building for a more emotional connection. Strandh uses this idea to create a soundtrack that pulls more at the heart strings and stage-setting than traditional bombastic titles. Does it succeed?JOIN OUR SOCIALS!www.facebook.com

A few artists collaborate to bring life to a wasteland of giant, violent creatures and power hungry militants. Mike and Jon talk about the game's impact on RPGs and FPS titles and also reminisce on the joys of couch co-op while enjoying the ambience of Pandora.JOIN OUR SOCIALS!www.facebook.com/groups/chipgrooveslounge/ @ChipGroovesCONTACT [email protected]

Let's rock, baby! Mike and Jon discuss this stylish and trend-setting action game that captured the hearts of many edgelords of the early 2000s. Dante sliced and fired his way through hordes of demonic forces to uncover his past and save humanity, but he can't do it without this soundtrack. 3 composers unite to bring Dante's world -and his battles- to new heights. JO

When a soundtrack builds out a world like it does in this game, it's a treat. Mike and Jon talk about this deep and immersive adventure and how the music fits and informs the player/listener. Full of artists, the soundtrack is complete with score and radio tracks for your ears as you navigate Night City.JOIN OUR SOCIALS!www.facebook.com/groups/chipgrooveslounge/ @ChipGroovesCO

Peter McConnell combines a vast array of musical stylings to accompany this point and click adventure game. Ironically, the soundtrack gives this afterlife adventure a breath of life. Mike and Jon discuss the intricacies of the performances and enjoy the powerful motifs rooted in hollywood noir. JOIN OUR SOCIALS!www.facebook.com/groups/chipgrooveslounge/ @ChipGroovesCONTACT US!chip