Best Jazzy V Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 279: R.I.P. James "Jazzy" Jordan_Former Sr. Music Executive at Jive, RCA and Verity Records Shares HIs Music Biz Journey 28:34

13h ago28:34

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In a heartfelt episode of the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast, we remember the late James "Jazzy" Jordan, a former Senior Music Label Executive at Jive, RCA, and Verity Records, who passed away suddenly in August 2024. Join us for part 1 of this powerful conversation where "Jazzy," a military veteran, takes us through his incredible journey…

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Episode 278: Gospel Artist William Demps The Hope Dealer's Story 30:35

10d ago30:35

30:35

From Seattle Preacher's Kid to National Gospel Hitmaker aka The Hope Dealer, William Demps Shares His Inspiring Journey on this Rewind episode of the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast. Tune in now. Subscribe and Download FREE. #LinWoodsGospelEntertainmentPodcast #podcast #gospelmusic #WilliamDemps #inspirational #Christianity #religious Follo…

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Episode 277: Gospel singer and songwriter Andrea McClurkin Mellini Just Wants to Hear God Say Well Done! 21:44

3d ago21:44

21:44

Gospel Artist and hit songwriter Andrea McClurkin Mellini—yes, the sister of Donnie McClurkin—joins the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast on this episode. Listen as Andrea shares her journey from Cali to Nashville, living in the shadows of others, uncovering the devil’s greatest claim to fame, the danger of watering fear, the ultimate goal of…

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Episode 276: Author and TV Show Runner Stephanie Perry Moore Shares The Breathe Life Bible To Help You With Your Day to Day 20:27

4d ago20:27

20:27

Check out the latest episode of Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast featuring author and TV showrunner Stephanie Perry Moore. She shares her inspiring backstory and introduces her latest ministry project, The Breathe Life Bible, published by Thomas Nelson. This unique Bible geared toward African Americans includes contributions from Bishop Heze…

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Episode 49 - The Mysterious World 58:42

5d ago58:42

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These are songs that transport you to a strange and unfamiliar realm, surrounded by ethereal beauty. Special thanks for this episode goes out to: Fellow VGM podcaster Jameson of barSILENCE podcast for contributing cover art. You can and should find barSILENCE wherever you download podcasts, and check out his website at barSILENCE.com. LongTones, an…

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Episode 275: Former Record Label Owner, Phoenix Arizona Physician and Man of Faith, Dr. Duane M. Wooten Bids For Congress 17:08

10d ago17:08

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Join us on the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast as we feature Phoenix, Arizona's own Dr. Duane M. Wooten. A former record label owner, a sought-after pediatrician, and a man of unwavering faith, Dr. Wooten is making headlines with his bid for the 3rd district congressional seat in the Red state. Tune in to hear Dr. Wooten share why he’s runn…

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Episode 48 - Back on the Green! 53:53

20d ago53:53

53:53

We’re heading back to the course for another episode all about golf game music! Special thanks for this episode goes out to: Fellow VGM podcaster Jameson of barSILENCE podcast for contributing cover art. You can and should find barSILENCE wherever you download podcasts, and check out his website at barSILENCE.com. LongTones, an experimental electro…

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Episode 274: Bruce V Allen_ Gospel jazz Fusionist_Surviving a Stroke and His Comeback pt. 2 18:26

19d ago18:26

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Tune in to pt 2 of a compelling conversation on Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast with pioneer Stellar Award Winning Gospel, Jazz, and Funk Fusionist Bruce V. Allen, formerly of Allen & Allen, sharing his incredible backstory from musician to recording duo Allen & Allen. Hear about his remarkable 12-year journey to recovery after a major stro…

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Episode 273: Pioneer Gospel Jazz Fusionist Bruce V Allen Shares Surviving Stroke And God's Comeback 17:55

24d ago17:55

17:55

Tune in for a compelling episode of Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast features pioneer Gospel Jazz Fusionist Bruce V. Allen, who shares his incredible backstory from musician to recording duo Allen and Allen. Hear about his remarkable journey to recovery after a major stroke, resilient faith, and the inspiring Comeback music that emerged from…

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Episode 272: Boss Lady, Music Entertainment Mogul Vicki Mack Lataillade Tells Her Story pt. 2 (Rewind ) 15:51

2M ago15:51

15:51

Dive into part 2 of this electrifying rewind episode of the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast with special guest, legendary music industry icon, boss lady, and shot caller Vicki Mack Lataillade! In this powerful continuation, Vicki unveils how her label, Gospo Centric, revolutionized Gospel music and launched the gospel careers of Kirk Frankl…

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Episode 271: Boss Lady, Music Entertainment Icon Vicki Mack Lataillade Tells Her Story (Rewind) 17:51

1M ago17:51

17:51

Tune in to an electrifying rewind episode of the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast featuring the legendary industry leader and boss lady, Vicki Mack Lataillade! In part 1 of her riveting conversation with Lin. Woods, Vicki reveals her journey from the San Francisco Bay Area to becoming a gospel music icon. Discover the behind-the-scenes stori…

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Episode 270: De'Ante Duckett and The Justified Crew_ It's A Survivor's Code 31:45

2M ago31:45

31:45

Don't miss the latest episode of the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast! This week, Gospel Recording Artist De'Ante Duckett of De'Ante Duckett and the Justified Crew opens up about his personal battle with depression and how he asked God for a different "Yes". Plus, find out why choir robes are making a comeback and get the inside scoop on Sur…

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Episode 47 - Masters of VGM 2024 51:49

2M ago51:49

51:49

Once again, it’s time for Masters of VGM! This year, we’re honoring female, trans, and genderqueer composers working in VGM, and I’ve got a batch of six honorees and two honorable mentions for you. Special thanks for this episode goes out to: Fellow VGM podcaster Jameson of barSILENCE podcast for contributing cover art. You can and should find barS…

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Episode 269: Producers and Artists Kierre Bjorn and Rodney L. East Talk Hymns vs. Praise and Worship Music & Is The Choir Dead? 21:30

2M ago21:30

21:30

Don't miss this Rewind episode of Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast as Producers and Songwriters Kierre Bjorn and Rodney L. East talk hymns vs. praise and worship music, is the choir dead, recording live in South Africa, and more. Listen Now. Subscribe FREE. Download FREE. #LInWoodsGospelEntertainmentPodcast #Rodneyleast #kierreBjorn #gospel …

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Episode 268: Mississippi Mass Choir's Jerry Mannery_There's Only One Way Home! 33:15

2M ago33:15

33:15

Mississippi Mass Choir is Back! Don’t miss Choir co-founder, songwriter, producer and former label executive Jerry Mannery sharing his backstory, how the choir got started, are choirs still relevant, new album, We Believe and more on Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast. Tune in Now. Download and Subscribe FREE, #LinWoodsGoseplEntertainmentPodca…

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Episode 267: Gospel Artist and Businessman Otis Kemp's Story of Deliverance From Drugs, Alcohol and Everything 19:54

3M ago19:54

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Tune in to this can't-miss rewind episode of the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast! Join us as Stellar-nominated gospel artist, songwriter, and entrepreneur Otis Kemp from Miami shares his incredible journey. Hear how he was miraculously delivered from drugs and alcohol, rising to become a successful businessman and a chart-topping recording …

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Episode 266: Inspirational Artist Evvie McKinney Goes From Diddy's The Four to Winning With Just Like God! 24:12

3M ago24:12

24:12

Don't miss Inspirational Artist Evvie McKinney sharing her backstory of going from Grand Prize winner on Diddy's The Four to a chart topping hit Just Like God on Motown Gospel. Plus, how losing her father helped propel her towards her destiny, Blessed and Beautiful beauty line and more on this Rewind of the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast. …

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Episode 265: Comedienne, Actress & Model CHELLY from Girls Trip, Get On Up and Ruthless Tells It All! 26:58

3M ago26:58

26:58

Don't miss Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast when Comedienne, Actress and Model CHELLY from Girls Trips, Get on Up , Coming 2 America 2 and Ruthless tells her story moving on up the road! She shares working with the late Chadwick Boseman, holding on to faith through rejection and being called back after being told no and more. #LinWoodsGospel…

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Episode 264: Bishop Kenneth Wells President of G.I.N. on Surviving Infidelity 26:36

3M ago26:36

26:36

Rewind Episode: Bishop Kenneth Wells, president of the Gospel Industry Network on Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast shares overcoming Infidelity, his personal Journey to Healing, and his book, "When Perfect Is Not, The Process of Healing From infidelity" Listen. Follow. Subscribe and Download FREE. Social Connects: Twitter: @linwoods; Instagr…

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Episode 46 - Super Smart Songs 50:31

4M ago50:31

50:31

I kept writing down “smart” as an adjective for songs I wanted to play on the show, and I eventually got enough smart tracks that they became their own episode. Listen and watch your IQ go up! Special thanks for this episode goes out to: Fellow VGM podcaster Jameson of barSILENCE podcast for contributing cover art. You can and should find barSILENC…

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Episode 263: Gospel Artist Malik Oliver Pulls The Covers Back on Hit No One Like You 26:05

3M ago26:05

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Get ready to be inspired as gospel artist Malik Oliver shares the powerful backstory behind his hit "No One Greater" and the divine journey that led him to create this soul-stirring anthem. Plus, the challenges of raising children in today's world and the unique struggles faced by gospel artists in navigating the ever-changing landscape of social m…

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Episode 262: Eddie Ruth Bradford akaYoung Mahalia Jackson, Tells How Much We Can Bear 20:47

3M ago20:47

20:47

Don't miss gospel artist Eddie Ruth Bradford, aka young Mahalia Jackson on this episode of the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast. Discover the story behind her uplifting hit, "He Known How Much We Can Bear," and the miraculous testimony of healing that inspired this Billboard charting song. Plus, delve into her impactful role in providing men…

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Episode 261: Godfather of Gospel Jazz Ben Tankard Talks Thicker Than Water Reality TV & Music Biz's Double Edge Sword 23:13

4M ago23:13

23:13

Don't miss the Godfather of Gospel jazz, Ben Tankard as he shares details on his reality TV show, Thicker Than Water-The Tankards and what he would not do to stay on Bravo, the music business is a double sword and his Smooth Life TV Network on the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast. Listen Now. Subscribe FREE. Download FREE. #LlinWoodsGospelEn…

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Episode 260: Gospel Artist Marcus Jordan Surviving Death and Bouncing Back with Chart Topping Hit Dance (REWIND) 20:49

4M ago20:49

20:49

Don't miss this Rewind episode with chart topping Gospel artist Marcus Jordan shares his backstory, surviving death and the biggest comeback, a chart topping "Dance" hit on LinWoodsGospelEntertainmentPodcast. Get inspired and Listen Now. Follow. Subscribe FREE. Download FREE. #LinWoodsGospelEntertainmentPodcast #IamMarcusJordan #gospel #podcast #fa…

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Episode45 - Chilly McFreeze V: Baron Von Ruthless 1:00:12

5M ago1:00:12

1:00:12

It’s time for another collection of relaxing, laid-back VGM tracks in this fifth installment of the Chilly McFreeze series. Special thanks for this episode goes out to: Fellow VGM podcaster Jameson of barSILENCE podcast for contributing cover art. You can and should find barSILENCE wherever you download podcasts, and check out his website at barSIL…

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Episode 259: Filmmaker Christopher R. Daniels Shares Abducted Children Crisis and His Movie Missing In STL 22:37

5M ago22:37

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Don't Miss Indie Filmmaker Christopher R. Daniels sharing the US' shameful crisis and his backstory to his full length feature Missing In STL, now on Amazon Prime and more on this episode of Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast. Listen. Follow. Subscribe FREE. Download FREE. #LinWoodsInspiredGospelEntertainmentPodcast #IndieBlackFilms #MissingIn…

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Episode 258: Gracie Award Winning Broadcast Journalist Esther Dillard Shares Journey and Book For Parents of Autistic Brown and Black Youth 23:13

5M ago23:13

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Don't Miss Gracie Award winning Broadcast Journalist, Black Information Network Reporter, and author Esther Dillard sharing her career backstory to success, and her latest book that offers advice to parents of black and brown young adults on the autism spectrum on this episode of the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast. Listen. Follow. Subscrib…

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Episode 257: Recording Artist & Businesswoman Keyondra Lockett Talks Fashion, Music & Devil Is A LIAR! (REWIND) 22:44

5M ago22:44

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Don't miss this Rewind episode featuring inspirational recording artist, businesswoman and fashion designer shares her backstory, from a little Louisiana girl singing and sanging nonstop, to girl group Zi'el, to successful businesswoman Keyondra Lockett on the #LinWoodsGospelEntertainmentPodcast Listen Now. Follow. Subscribe FREE. Download FREE. #K…

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Episode 256: Hollywood TV Actress Ellia English Tellin' It Straight, from The Jamie Foxx Show, to Martin, to My Sisters and Me pt. 2 20:02

5M ago20:02

20:02

Hollywood TV Actress Ellia English tells it straight in part 2 of this candid conversation about making it in Hollywood, from small town Georgia to the Jamie Foxx Show, to Martin, to HBO's Curb Your Enthusiasm, to My Sisters and Me. Plus, what she thinks about Taraji P. Henson spilling the Tea on pay the disparities in Hollywood for black actors. T…

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Episode 44 - Rando Calrissian and the Perilous Pippin Plot 53:49

6M ago53:49

53:49

After his escapades at Voltara Prime, Rando Calrissian just wants some peace and quiet and high-stakes gambling. But when Rando hears about the Pippin Device, a horrific weapon that could shatter the galaxy, he’s forced to spring into action with this grab bag of great VGM! Special thanks for this episode goes out to: Fellow VGM podcaster Jameson o…

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A Special Message for Spotify Listeners 0:48

6M ago0:48

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Spotify has pulled down a few of my episodes recently, so please be aware of that if you use that service to listen to the show. I expect they'll keep pulling episodes in the future, so please use https://linktr.ee/shujinacademy to find an alternative service. If you don't listen on Spotify, feel free to disregard this message. Thanks, and look for…

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Episode 255: Actress Ellia English Tellin' It Straight_from The Jamie Foxx Show, Martin & My Sisters And Me pt.1 22:11

6M ago22:11

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Don't miss this exclusive interview with actress Ellia English, star of stage, TV and screen tellin't it straight, from The Jamie Foxx Show, Martin, Curb Your Enthusiasm and My Sisters and Me on this episode of the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Show. Listen Now for FREE. Subscribe for FREE. Download for FREE. #ElliaEnglish #LinWoodsGospelEntertai…

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Episode 43 - Rose-Colored Pixels 3: Professor Tom's Happyland Vacation! 1:04:15

7M ago1:04:15

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It’s another happy music episode in my Rose-Colored Pixels series of shows full of cheerful, upbeat VGM! Special thanks for this episode goes out to: Fellow VGM podcaster Jameson of barSILENCE podcast for contributing cover art. You can and should find barSILENCE wherever you download podcasts, and check out his website at barSILENCE.com. LongTones…

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Episode 42 - Jazzy SAVC '24 50:25

7M ago50:25

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This is an episode packed with jazzy jams of all shapes and sizes! Special thanks for this episode goes out to: Fellow VGM podcaster Jameson of barSILENCE podcast for contributing cover art. You can and should find barSILENCE wherever you download podcasts, and check out his website at barSILENCE.com. LongTones, an experimental electronic jazz proj…

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Episode 41 - A Sad Girl in the Snow 50:17

8M ago50:17

50:17

There’s a sad girl, crying as the snow falls. This is what her heart sounds like. Special thanks for this episode goes out to: Fellow VGM podcaster Jameson of barSILENCE podcast for contributing cover art. You can and should find barSILENCE wherever you download podcasts, and check out his website at barSILENCE.com. LongTones, an experimental elect…

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Episode 40 - Movin’ 56:20

9M ago56:20

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Sometimes, you gotta just keep on keepin’ on, and that’s what all these tracks will help you do. Special thanks for this episode goes out to: Fellow VGM podcaster Jameson of barSILENCE podcast for contributing cover art. You can and should find barSILENCE wherever you download podcasts, and check out his website at barSILENCE.com. LongTones, an exp…

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Episode 39 - Four Short Episodes of Shujin Academy VGM Club 1:11:42

9M ago1:11:42

1:11:42

I come up with a lot of ideas, but all of them aren’t a good fit for a full-length episode, so this episode is actually four mini-episodes. Each one is devoted to an idea that works better in small bites than it would in a longer episode. Enjoy! Congratulations in advance go out to fellow VGM podcast bro Martyrus for reaching 100 episodes of his ex…

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Episode 38 - The Not-So-Contractually-Obligated After-Halloween Mixtape 1:03:34

10M ago1:03:34

1:03:34

Halloween has come and gone, but spooky season lives on in our hearts all year round, so this is a great set of creepy tracks that I didn’t quite get out the door before Halloween. (But I meant to, and then life got in the way.) We here in the VGM podcast community have seen Spotify pull down some of our episodes recently without any explanation as…

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Bonus Episode 3: Every Drop You Drink II, or The Spooky Castlevania Leftovers 2:44:17

11M ago2:44:17

2:44:17

I had so many tracks left over from the last episode that I decided to put them all together and make a Castlevania leftovers bonus episode. Enjoy all these cool songs that didn’t quite fit on the last episode for some reason or another! Special thanks for this episode goes out to: Fellow VGM podcaster Jameson of barSILENCE podcast for contributing…

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Episode 37 - Every Drop You Drink, or The Contractually-Obligated Halloween Castlevania Episode 1:20:02

11M ago1:20:02

1:20:02

It’s spooky season, so I’m doing a whole episode full of Castlevania’s greatest hits! And come back soon for a bonus episode containing a whole bunch of deep cuts I didn’t have time for on this episode! Special thanks for this episode goes out to: Fellow VGM podcaster Jameson of barSILENCE podcast for contributing amazing cover art. You can and sho…

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Episode 36 - Holy 57:45

12M ago57:45

57:45

What does it sound like when God talks to you? What does it sound like with the Light of the Universe gives you a sacred quest that no one else can accomplish? Special thanks for this episode goes out to: Fellow VGM podcaster Jameson of barSILENCE podcast for contributing cover art. You can and should find barSILENCE wherever you download podcasts,…

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[RE-UPLOAD] Episode 11 - What Could Go Wrong 53:00

12M ago53:00

53:00

[NOTE: This is a re-upload of an older episode that I accidentally deleted. While it's not my best show, and definitely not my most popular episode ever, I'm reposting it for the sake of complete-ness.] This episode is devoted to some ominous songs. The episode title does not include a question mark, and that is intentional. Special thanks to fello…

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Episode 35 - Rose-Colored Pixels II: Back to Happyland! 1:12:22

1y ago1:12:22

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Let’s all go to our happy place with this great collection of cheerful tracks! Special thanks for this episode goes out to: Fellow VGM podcaster Jameson of barSILENCE podcast for contributing cover art and also for that coveted Bluesky invite. You can and should find barSILENCE wherever you download podcasts, and check out his website at barSILENCE…

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Episode 34 - Gotta Go Speed 1:01:00

1y ago1:01:00

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VROOM VROOM with a collection of great tracks from racing games! Special thanks for this episode goes out to: Fellow VGM podcaster Jameson of barSILENCE podcast for contributing cover art. You can and should find barSILENCE wherever you download podcasts, and check out his website at barSILENCE.com. BokiBokiPixelArt for the show logo. You can find …

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Episode 33 - Rando Calrissian 1:07:34

1y ago1:07:34

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To the best of my knowledge, Billy Dee Williams has never listened to this show, but if he did, I’m sure he’d love this grab bag episode. Check it out and enjoy a bunch of songs that have been rolling around on my list of tracks to play! Special thanks for this episode goes out to: Fellow VGM podcaster Jameson of barSILENCE podcast for contributing…

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Episode 32 - Masters of VGM 2023:Tough Girls, Stiff Drinks, Coffee Cups, Bibles 1:16:35

1y ago1:16:35

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It's June, and that means Masters of VGM! Our 2023 theme is "Unsung and Up-and-Coming", and I’m honoring six composers in this episode that are making great VGM, even if they’re not household names yet. Listen to learn about honorees Ben Prunty, Megan McDuffee, Garoad, Andrew Jeremy, Hiroyuki Yanada, and Victoria Dominowski. Special thanks for this…

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Episode 31 - Add Three More Mana 1:10:37

1+ y ago1:10:37

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We’re taking another lap with the songs of the Lotus and Top Gear games, this time featuring the work of Patrick Phelan and Neil Biggin! The checkered flag is in sight! Special thanks for this episode goes out to: Fellow VGM podcaster Jameson of barSILENCE podcast for contributing cover art. You can and should find barSILENCE wherever you download …

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Episode 30 - Add Three Mana 53:52

1+ y ago53:52

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Let’s drive off at top speed and explore the work of Barry Leitch on the Lotus and Top Gear games! Special thanks for this episode goes out to: Fellow VGM podcaster Jameson of barSILENCE podcast for contributing cover art. You can and should find barSILENCE wherever you download podcasts, and check out his website at barSILENCE.com. BokiBokiPixelAr…

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Episode 29 - Catch a Groove 59:29

1+ y ago59:29

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It’s a groovy VGM party with all these hip swinging songs that have a feel-good rhythm! Special thanks for this episode goes out to: Fellow VGM podcaster Jameson of barSILENCE podcast for contributing cover art. You can and should find barSILENCE wherever you download podcasts, and check out his website at barSILENCE.com. BokiBokiPixelArt for the s…

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Bonus Episode 2: A Miserable Little Pile of Vocal Tracks 35:47

1+ y ago35:47

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Spring is in the air! That special time of year when a young man’s fancy turns to vocal tracks! And for this episode, we’ll celebrate with a bunch of great vocal tracks from the 32-bit era. Special thanks for this episode goes out to my darling daughter, who made some great suggestions for the format. If you want to reach me, you can find me on Mas…

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