This week’s episode marks a new format for the show where topical news and guest interviews will be split into different episodes. This means we can get episodes out faster while ensuring news pieces remain topical - so if you truly never want to miss what’s happening in the world of video games and music, make sure you subscribe!
In this episode, we chat about our recent appearances on video game music panels, the ambitious soundtrack for the rumoured Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 remake, and a new custom music feature in Fortnite adding extra value to Jam Tracks. There’s a mountain of composer news and upcoming video game concerts to check out too!
In the news…
Via IGN, Dice Awards 2025 the full list
Via Rock Paper Shotgun, Persona's composer is making a Metal Gear Solid-inspired RPG with a side order of "Great Reset" conspiracy
Via ABC, The music of Civilization VII
NieR Piano Concert, The Witcher 10th Anniversary Concert, PlayStation The Concert, Distant Worlds tickets.
Check out the recent Shovel Knight concert here.
Whether you work in the music or games industries or simply enjoy video game music and want to learn more about this area of interest, make sure to give us a listen…
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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 Tom Quillfeldt (Laced Records community manager + A&R) and 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
Show artwork by Joshua Klein