The Groovies is not a competition; it is a recognition of the people that we feel are shaping VGM for the better. Each one of these artists adds something unique and irreplaceable to the video game music community, and for that reason, they deserve our support.

There’s so much joy to be had with video game music, especially at this time of year, so here are five wintry covers that will put the magic in your holidays.

It’s almost unbelievable that Banjo-Kazooie is now 25 years old. Despite all that time, Grant Kirkhope’s soundtrack is still treasured to this very day, and these covers are five of the very best, so get ready to say “Happy Birthday” and stroll through Memory Lane with the bear and bird!

The Assassin’s Creed games are well-known for immersing you in past civilizations and cultures, and part of that immersion comes from the music of this series. From sea shanties in Black Flag to the incredibly dramatic music of Assassin’s Creed II, the series deserves way more credit for its soundtracks.

Can you believe that Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch turns 10 years old this year? The soundtrack by Castle in the Sky composer Joe Hisaishi is absolutely incredible with sweeping scores, triumphant world map music, and above all, stirring tracks that will leave you in tears. 

As we celebrate Final Fantasy’s 35th anniversary, let’s look back at the underrated soundtracks of the Final Fantasy XIII trilogy.

It’s that time of year, again–the fire is roasting, the bells are ringing, and the turkey is cooking in the oven. Here are some festive video game covers to add to your holiday playlists.

For many of us, Halloween is our favorite holiday where we dress up like our favorite characters, trick or treat, or watch a good, old horror film. To help set the ambience for this beloved occasion, here are some of the best spooky video game music tracks for Halloween.

Tekken is an outstanding fighting game series that has repeatedly upped the ante in both graphics and mechanics, but what’s just as exciting are the games’ soundtracks. Here are the Top 7 Tekken songs from across the series to get you pumped up for battle!

Let’s go through the Top 5 Xenoblade Chronicles songs as we look back to the original all the way to the newest game, Xenoblade Chronicles 3.

It has been 30 years since Street Fighter 2: The World Warrior was released on the SNES, and its influence still holds strong to this day. What some may be surprised to know is that Kingdom Hearts composer Yoko Shimomura is behind many of the famous themes of the series.

Dr. Ryan Thompson shares his thoughts on the Final Fantasy IV through VI Pixel Remasters, focusing especially on their music and their legacy.

Fighting games and music have a long and storied history together. Here are five of the best fighting game stage themes throughout video game history.

Elden Ring is a masterclass in game design, but musically, Elden Ring displays its powers in a completely different way to the rest of the game. In a game that luxuriates in its grandeur, it's the score’s restraint that allows it to shine.

After being in the video game music (VGM) community for 7 years, Allen has a lot to share about his experiences, both positive and negative. From humble beginnings (aka making playlists on YouTube) to releasing a compilation album, the journey of GameGrooves will entertain, surprise, and hopefully inspire you.