We discuss Fortnite launching a racing game, LEGO Minecraft AND Rock Band equivalent all at the same time. After some in-person GTA6 music banter, Tom corners freelance Audio Director/Music Supervisor at Laced’s Christmas lunch for a noisy chat.
00:08:36 - News
00:34:26 - GTA6 trailer chat
00:45:57 - Topic interview - Audio Director/Music Supervisor Justin Andree
In the news…
Via Eurogamer, Fortnite’s Big Bang event introduces eminem and new rhythm mode
Via Eurogamer, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth has a new song by Nobuo Uematsu
Via VGChartz, Alan Wake 2's Old Gods of Asgard Enters Top 10 on iTunes Worldwide Charts
Via Complex, Wu-Tang Clan Video Game 'Project Shaolin' Reportedly Coming to Xbox
Via GamesPress, Genshin Impact's Free Online Concert Returns on December 22
Via MusicAlly, Olivia Rodrigo, Cher and Nicki Minaj launch Roblox experiences
Listen to…
“Can You Feel the Sunshine” from Sonic R by The 8-Bit Big Band feat. Joel Waggoner
“Saria’s Song” from The Legends of Zelda: Ocarina of Time by The 8-Bit Big Band feat. Adam Neely
“Love Is A Long Road” by Tom Petty (from Grand Theft Auto VI Trailer 1)
“Biri Biri” by Yoasobi (recorded for Pokemon Scarlet/Violet’s 1st anniversary)
We're GXM (Games X Music), a fortnightly podcast exploring video game music and the intersection of video games and the music industry. Your hosts are freelancer Tom Quillfeldt (also Laced Records community manager + A&R) and journalist Mat Ombler (also Laced Head of Music and Game Partnerships.)
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Produced by Tom Quillfeldt and Mat Ombler
Edited by Tom Quillfeldt
Music by Zak Foster
GXM #18: Fortnite Festival, GTA6 trailer talk & game music supervision ft. Justin Andree