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Podcast Episode #162 - Frank Klepacki

Join us on this episode as we sit down with legendary video game composer and musician Frank Klepacki. With over 30 years of experience in the industry, Frank has created iconic soundtracks for some of the biggest games of all time, including Command + Conquer, Dune, and Star Wars: Empire at War. Not only is he a master of electronic and rock music, but he's also a multi-instrumentalist and a pioneer of using live instrumentation in video game soundtracks. Tune in as we discuss his creative process, his journey through the gaming industry, and his latest projects. Interview starts at minute 17:23

Posted by Nafcom on Mar 26, 2023 // Read more »

Podcast Episode #151 - The ATARI Dig Part 2 - Joseph Lewandowski and Richard Griffith

In our new episode we welcome back Joseph Lewandowski to talk about him selling some more cartridges from the ATARI Dig from 2014, as well as the ATARI story from Richard Griffith who does restore ATARI consoles for a living back into mint condition. Interview starts at minute 17:38

Posted by Nafcom on Oct 29, 2022 // Read more »

Podcast Episode #149 - Espacio Tec

We're happy to welcome Sebastián and Francisco from the Espacio Tec Museum in Argentina. Espacio Tec is a museum dedicated to describing the history and evolution of information technology around the world, particularly in Argentina, a process in which the city of Bahía Blanca - where the museum is located - played a singular role. Drawing on a large and ever growing collection of computer equipment, consoles and calculating machines, the museum aims to establish a permanent exhibition in a multipurpose space capable of hosting a range of activities, including exhibitions, and meetings of related groups and organizations. The interview starts at minute 06:15

Posted by Nafcom on Sep 27, 2022 // Read more »

Podcast Episode #147 - The Uncensored Library Part 3

In our new episode we talk again about The Uncensored Library - This time to Jeanne Cavelier, Head of Eastern Europe and Central Asia Desk at Reporters Without Borders (RSF). This time we are focusing on the situation in Belarus. Enjoy! Interview section starts at minute 11:52

Posted by Nafcom on Aug 20, 2022 // Read more »

Podcast Episode #142 - Legowelt

In the new episode of our podcast we are very happy to welcome Danny Wolfers aka Legowelt! For over 20 years now he's an acclaimed electronic musician from the Netherlands with many many releases on legendary music labels like Clone, Ghostly Records or Cocoon. Right before a live gig at the famous PAL Hamburg Club, he talked with Remute about his career and his love for synths and home computers. Interview starts at 6:21 minutes! Enjoy!

Posted by Nafcom on Jun 15, 2022 // Read more »

Podcast Episode #136 - Composing for the Sega Master System with Polaria Poyon

We're delighted to welcome Polaria Poyon in our new episode. She's a genius composer of chiptunes for the Sega Master System and Game Gear. AJ, Joerg, and Denis get to know about her and her new projects, as well as some interesting tech insights. Enjoy the tunes and tune in! (interview begins at 23:00)

Posted by AJ on Mar 31, 2022 // Read more »

Podcast Episode #132 - Netlabels with Simon Carless

Simon Carless is a former Amiga musician and founder/owner of the Monotonik netlabel, which rose to prominence in the late '90s and early '00s. Joerg and guest co-host Martin Wisniowski pick his brain about this unique time in the development of the internet, independent labels, and music distribution. (Interview begins at 19:15)

Posted by AJ on Jan 22, 2022 // Read more »

Podcast Episode #129 - Mike Witschi (Naomi Sample of Musikfladen)

In our brandnew episode we're happy to welcome Naomi Sample - a true chiptune veteran! Get to know some insights about producing music for C64, Game Boy and other consoles. Interview starts at 04:53 Minutes

Posted by Nafcom on Dec 12, 2021 // Read more »

new video-review by Merman ! 'Polybius Invaders'

Watch a new video-review by Merman ! 'Polybius Invaders' is inspired by a mythical 1980s arcade game that is supposed to have caused seizures in players and been removed from the arcades by men in black suits. This game was developed by Ecomasphere Software in association with Retrogamesmaster.co.uk and is launching October 4th on Steam.

Posted by Nafcom on Sep 20, 2021 // Read more »

Video Interview with Tommy Tallarico

It's time for another bit of Scene World history - a talk with Tommy Tallarico: He is not only one of the most prolific game music composers of all time (think about Earthworm Jim, MDK, The Terminator, Aladdin...) but also CEO of Intellivision and a celebrated live musician with his very own worldwide concert tour VideoGamesLive. Enjoy!

Posted by Nafcom on Jun 10, 2021 // Read more »