The Sound Test

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133: ST3 #05 - Richard Jacques (Jet Set Radio, Headhunter, James Bond 007: Blood Stone, Mass Effect & Guardians of the Galaxy) Aug 29, 2025

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View the video of this conversation here!
A conversation about all things game music with composer, Richard Jacques!
Games covered:
Jet Set Radio
Jet Set Radio Future
James Bond 007: Blood Stone
Headhunter
Mass Effect
Guardians of the Galaxy

132: ST3 #04 - Gerard Marino Interview (God of War) Jun 22, 2025

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A retrospective look at the music of God of War, throughout its original Greek mythology games, with composer Gerard Marino!
"The End Begins (To Rock)" by Virtual Video Game Orchestra
https://vvgo.bandcamp.com/album/project-3-the-end-begins-to-rock
Laced Records GoW Anniversary Vinyl:
https://www.lacedrecords.co/collections/god-of-war
The Sound Test on YouTube:
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131: ST3 #03 - Jesper Kyd Interview (Hitman and The Adventures of Batman & Robin) Jun 21, 2024

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A conversation with the legendary Jesper Kyd about his music for the Hitman series! Additionally, we discuss his early years and working for the SEGA Genesis.
Hitman vinyl releases:
https://www.lacedrecords.co/collections/hitman
Twitch:
https://twitch.tv/GreenTeaRooms

130: LIVE - 31/05/24 Jun 15, 2024

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A whole new live show!
My Terry Scott Taylor interview:
https://leetyrrell.medium.com/terry-scott-taylor-the-neverhood-interview-4dbb5cfb3de?sk=525957b72259f37e073c76529650bc2a
Twitch:
https://twitch.tv/greentearooms

129: ST3 #02 - Vincent Diamante Interview (thatgamecompany, Cloud, Flower & Sky: Children of the Light) Apr 12, 2024

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An insightful and wide-reaching talk with Vincent Diamante about his work for thatgamecompany, and so much more!
Interview start: 2:58
Also available through:
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iTunes
Spotify
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and many more...

128: ST3 #01 - Austin Wintory Interview (thatgamecompany, Flow, Journey, Abzû and The Banner Saga) Oct 28, 2023

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An in-depth conversation with legendary composer, Austin Wintory, about his work for thatgamecompany (Flow & Journey), Abzû and The Banner Saga.
Interview start: 4:02
The first in a series of unreleased interviews!
Also available through:
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127: BONUS - Grand Theft Auto (w/Jonathan Wilson aka Robert De Negro) [INTERVIEW / PODCAST] Oct 28, 2022

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This fun, casual talk with Jonathan Wilson - the man behind GTA's Robert De Negro - is also a comprehensive look at his contributions to the franchise. Along with insights from the man himself, this podcast features every single track he performed for in full (and even a gem from his early days).
Besides GTA, Jon and I discuss hip hop, music in general, the concept of a Robert De Negro comeback and more!
Lee Tyrrell on Twitter:
https://twitter.com/GreenT128
Jonathan Wilson on Twitter:
https://twitter.com/drjonwilson
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126: ST2 #15 - LucasArts Part 3 - iMUSE (w/George Sanger, Clint Bajakian & Peter McConnell) [COMPOSER INTERVIEW / PODCAST] Sep 07, 2022

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This final part of my LucasArts trilogy takes an in-depth look at the innovative iMUSE system. iMUSE was instrumental to the development of dynamic and interactive music through the 90s, and I welcome back Peter McConnell and Clint Bajakian to discuss its impact. I'm also pleased to present more insight from the incomparable George Sanger, who wrote dynamic soundtracks for games like Capture the Flag and Wing Commander (before the creation of iMUSE). Along the way, all three guests take an extended look at PC sound chips, and how they evolved across the digital audio revolution.
I'm very pleased to present this jam-packed conclusion to a long and rewarding series of LucasArts podcasts. It's been some time in the making, but I'm back! Expect more Sound Test documentaries in the future, including further insight from George and Clint. My next episode will concentrate on the music of thatgamecompany, with their principle composers - Vincent Diamante and Austin Wintory.
Lee Tyrrell on Twitter:
https://twitter.com/GreenT128
George Sanger on Twitter:
https://twitter.com/TheMightyFatMan
Peter McConnell on Twitter:
https://twitter.com/PeterNMcConnell
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125: BONUS - Grand Theft Auto (w/Colin Anderson) [INTERVIEW / PODCAST] Dec 12, 2021

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For this bonus, it's my great honour to welcome Colin Anderson onto The Sound Test for a lengthy talk about Grand Theft Auto. Colin was heavily involved in the music and audio of the franchise in its early days, and we talk in-depth about his contributions to both GTA 1 and 2. At the end, we even fit in a little discussion of Crackdown - another game Colin worked on, which we both consider to have more than a few connections to Grand Theft Auto.
This is a real dream interview for me, as I consider the GTA franchise to be just about my favourite of all time; especially thanks to some of my earliest memories playing the original top-down classics that started it all. If you're familiar with their innovative radio stations and impressive bespoke tracks, this episode is guaranteed to please. We cover it all, from The Ballad of Chapped Lips Calhoun to the infectious funk of Stylus Exodus; from forgotten prog. rock stations to that pedestrian who shouts, "Dickwad!" whenever you drive past.
My inner child can hardly believe I'm releasing this particular episode, and I hope you enjoy it too!
Lee Tyrrell on Twitter:
https://twitter.com/GreenT128
Colin Anderson on Twitter:
https://twitter.com/denkicolin
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124: TOP FIVES - Puzzle Special (feat. Andrew Lackey, The Witness Audio Director) Nov 21, 2021

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A brand new iteration of The Sound Test, in which I explore my top five VGM tunes from any particular topic.
In this second episode, I take a good long look at probably my favourite gaming genre - puzzles. As a result, I get caught up in the windmills of nostalgia while presenting a rich playlist of great VGM. And that's not all! I'm also more than happy to welcome Wabi Sabi Sound's Andrew Lackey onto the show for one of my most fascinating interviews, all about the audio of The Witness. Finally, keep your ears pricked for a bespoke mini-puzzle I've snuck into the audio!
FULL PLAYLIST COMING SOON!
MAIN THEME:
Mahito Yokota, Toru Minegishi, Koji Kondo & Yasuake Iwata - World 8 [Super Mario 3D World]
Discord:
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Original episodes of The Sound Test LIVE, with Dale Fowler, are available through Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/_secretcave
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