BGMania B-Sides #32 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bedroth explores the atmospheric and driving soundtrack of Earthion, the intense side-scrolling space shooter featuring the legendary compositional work of Yuzo Koshiro.

Known for his groundbreaking work on classics like Streets of Rage and Actraiser, Koshiro brings his signature electronic mastery to this recently released gem, crafting a soundscape that perfectly captures the weight and intensity of a space shooter. Koshiro's ability to merge cutting-edge electronic production with memorable melodic hooks shines throughout, delivering tracks that feel both futuristic and timeless. Whether you're a longtime fan of Yuzo Koshiro's work or simply love expertly crafted video game music, this B-Sides episode showcases why Koshiro remains one of the medium's most innovative composers.

Email the show at bgmaniapodcast@gmail.com with requests for upcoming episodes, questions, feedback, comments, concerns, or any other thoughts you'd like to share! Special thanks to our Executive Producers: Jexak, Xancu, Jeff & Mike.

EPISODE PLAYLIST AND CREDITS

1. Dawn of Earthion from Earthion [Yuzo Koshiro, 2025]
2. The Vanguard Awakens from Earthion [Yuzo Koshiro, 2025]
3. Hyperion from Earthion [Yuzo Koshiro, 2025]
4. Endless Horizon from Earthion [Yuzo Koshiro, 2025]
5. Stonefang Depths from Earthion [Yuzo Koshiro, 2025]
6. Burning Rush from Earthion [Yuzo Koshiro, 2025]
7. Space Fight 2025 from Earthion [Yuzo Koshiro, 2025]
8. Exo-War Bastion from Earthion [Yuzo Koshiro, 2025]
9. Final Gambit from Earthion [Yuzo Koshiro, 2025]
10. Aerial Drive from Earthion [Yuzo Koshiro, 2025]

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Episode #389 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth ascend through the haunting kingdom of Pharloom with a complete spotlight on Hollow Knight: Silksong! This episode celebrates Team Cherry's follow-up to Hollow Knight and Christopher Larkin's masterful 53-track symphony that finally arrived after years of anticipation, showcasing how his compositions perfectly capture Hornet's perilous climb from the melancholic hub of Bone Bottom all the way to the gleaming Citadel at the world's peak.

From the slow, mournful strings of forgotten towns to the operatic grandeur of gladiatorial boss battles, this episode explores the full emotional spectrum of Silksong's musical landscape. So settle in for a complete musical ascent through Pharloom's diverse biomes and let us guide you through one of 2025's most acclaimed video game soundtracks.

Email the show at bgmaniapodcast@gmail.com with requests for upcoming episodes, questions, feedback, comments, concerns, or any other thoughts you'd like to share! Special thanks to our Executive Producers: Jexak, Xancu, Jeff & Mike.

EPISODE PLAYLIST AND CREDITS

1. Enter Pharloom from Hollow Knight: Silksong [Christopher Larkin, 2025]
2. Bone Bottom from Hollow Knight: Silksong [Christopher Larkin, 2025]
3. The Marrow from Hollow Knight: Silksong [Christopher Larkin, 2025]
4. Lace from Hollow Knight: Silksong [Christopher Larkin, 2025]
5. Greymoor from Hollow Knight: Silksong [Christopher Larkin, 2025]
6. Choral Chambers from Hollow Knight: Silksong [Christopher Larkin, 2025]
7. Whispering Vaults from Hollow Knight: Silksong [Christopher Larkin, 2025]
8. Trobbio from Hollow Knight: Silksong [Christopher Larkin, 2025]
9. Awakening from Hollow Knight: Silksong [Christopher Larkin, 2025]
10. Nyleth from Hollow Knight: Silksong [Christopher Larkin, 2025]
11. Skarrsinger Karmelita from Hollow Knight: Silksong [Christopher Larkin, 2025]
12. Crust King Khann from Hollow Knight: Silksong [Christopher Larkin, 2025]
13. Lost Verdania from Hollow Knight: Silksong [Christopher Larkin, 2025]
14. Lost Lace from Hollow Knight: Silksong [Christopher Larkin, 2025]

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Bonus Episode #53 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan trudges forward in Lost Soul Aside, Yang Bing's solo passion project that started development in 2014 before evolving into a full Sony-backed production through the China Hero Project.

Our comprehensive review covers everything from the soundtrack to the frustrating audio mixing issues, the impressive visual art direction hampered by technical problems, and the narrative shortcomings that waste a compelling premise. Plus, we reveal our final score and discuss whether Lost Soul Aside's combat excellence can overcome its significant technical and design limitations. Email the show at bgmaniapodcast@gmail.com with requests for upcoming episodes, questions, feedback, comments, concerns, or any other thoughts you'd like to share! Special thanks to our Executive Producers: Jexak, Xancu, Jeff, & Mike.

EPISODE PLAYLIST AND CREDITS

1. Lost Soul Aside from Lost Soul Aside [Zhengtao Pan, 2025]
2. Imperial Capital -Harbor- from Lost Soul Aside [Zhengtao Pan, 2025]
3. Mount Salvation from Lost Soul Aside [Zhengtao Pan, 2025]
4. Chronocore Sentinel from Lost Soul Aside [Zhengtao Pan, 2025]
5. Victor from Lost Soul Aside [Zhengtao Pan, 2025]
6. Buckhorn from Lost Soul Aside [Zhengtao Pan, 2025]
7. Torch from Lost Soul Aside [Zhengtao Pan, 2025]
8. Frosthold Town from Lost Soul Aside [Zhengtao Pan, 2025]
9. King of Frosthold from Lost Soul Aside [Zhengtao Pan, 2025]
10. Royal Palace Alternate Dimension from Lost Soul Aside [Zhengtao Pan, 2025]
11. Confront Rayna, the Phoenix Residing in the Mortal Realm from Lost Soul Aside [Zhengtao Pan, 2025]
12. Luminous from Lost Soul Aside [Yoko Shimomura feat. Jillian Aversa, 2025]
13. Confront Aramon, the Lord of Voidrax from Lost Soul Aside [Zhengtao Pan, 2025]
14. Zana from Lost Soul Aside [Zhengtao Pan feat. Amanda Achen, 2025]

LINKS

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